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Still looking for something, anything on which to focus your rage, Raider Nation, after the kick-in-the-teeth 28-27 loss to Detroit? Look no further, because Paul Gutierrez breaks down five game-changing plays.

Raiders blow late lead in 28-27 loss to Lions

The Lions scored fourteen points in the final five minutes of the game and a 65-yard field goal attempt by Sebastian Janikowski as time expired was blocked, as the Raiders lost 28-27 in Oakland to fall to 7-7 on the season.

Saints put pressure on 49ers for No. 2 seed

With a 42-20 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints kept the pressure on the San Francisco 49ers, as the teams vie for the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.

LIVE: Detroit vs. Raiders

Darrius Heyward-Bey has scored a touchdown and set a new personal best in single-game receiving yards as the Raiders lead the Lions 17-14. Follow along with In-Game Live!

Boyle played through broken foot

Dan Boyle played through a broken foot the first 15-20 games of the season. Now, he appears to be rounding into form considering he has registered a goal and three assists in his last four games.

Raiders inactives -- Huff, Henderson join McFadden, Ford

Michael Huff will miss his third game of the season, while defensive tackle John Henderson will miss his first game with a knee injury. As expected, Darren McFadden, Jacoby Ford, and Taiwan Jones are all inactive.

Stanford WR Owusu likely out for Fiesta Bowl

Stanford wide receiver Chris Owusu will most likely not play in the Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 2 against Oklahoma State. Owusu suffered a concussion against Oregon State, and missed the Cardinal's final three games.

Acquiring Brandon Rush balances Warriors' roster

Brandon Rush played 67 games last season for the Pacers and averaged 9.1 points per game. Hes a defender first and spot-up shooter second, and gives the Warriors much needed depth in the backcourt.

Steelers might eschew run game vs. 49ers

The Steelers might find it easier to try to beat the 49ers through the air. The 49ers have not allowed a rushing touchdown all season, but are 19th in the NFL against the pass. Will Pittsburgh try to run regardless?