The Raiders’ preseason loss to the Cardinals exposed a glaring third-down defense issue—converting 8 of 15 third downs—blamed on weak pass rush, missed tackles, and inexperience. Head coach Klint Kubiak called it “not good enough,” highlighting the need for better coordination between rush and coverage. Without Maxx Crosby, the pass rush looks vulnerable, and a young secondary still adjusting to new schemes could lead to early struggles. But the defense is stronger on paper, with new depth and talent. Patience is key—this unit needs time to gel, but with experience and continuity, improvements are expected as the season progresses.
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