The Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 19-14 in a tightly contested Week 16 matchup at Allegiant Stadium, with former Jaguars first-round pick K’Lavon Chaisson playing a critical role in the victory. The game began as a defensive struggle, with both teams trading punts early on. The Jaguars struck first, taking a 7-0 lead in the first quarter after a six-play, 29-yard drive capped off by a touchdown. The Raiders quickly responded with a drive fueled by a 29-yard pass from quarterback Aidan O’Connell to Tre Tucker, setting up Alexander Mattison’s one-yard rushing touchdown to tie the game at 7-7.
O’Connell continued to lead the Raiders down the field, connecting with receivers Jakobi Meyers and Brock Bowers, but the drives stalled, leading to two successful field goals from kicker Daniel Carlson, one from 49 yards and another from 37 yards. Meanwhile, the Raiders’ defense stepped up, forcing two critical fumbles in the first half. The Jaguars struggled to sustain offensive momentum, and the Raiders entered halftime with a 13-7 lead.
The second half opened much like the first, with both teams struggling to find offensive rhythm and exchanging punts. The Raiders missed a crucial field goal, allowing the Jaguars to capitalize with a 62-yard touchdown pass from Mac Jones to Brian Thomas Jr., putting Jacksonville ahead 14-13 going into the fourth quarter. The Raiders’ defense, led by Chaisson, stepped up in the final quarter. Chaisson, playing against his former team, delivered a key sack on Jones that forced a punt, helping shift the momentum back to Las Vegas.
O’Connell orchestrated key drives late in the game, setting up Carlson for two more clutch field goals, including the game-winner. The Raiders’ defense held strong in the closing moments, securing the 19-14 victory. After the game, Chaisson reflected on the emotional matchup, saying, “It was personal, but it was all about the team tonight. I just wanted to do my part and help us get the win. It feels good to come out on top against the team that gave me my start.”
This victory ended the Raiders’ losing streak and showcased their resilience in a must-win situation. With one game left in the season, the Raiders will look to carry this momentum into their final matchup.
