The Las Vegas Raiders enter Week 8 with a favorable matchup that could help end their four-game losing skid.

The 2-5 New York Jets have performed better than expected, but are below .500 for a reason and are still a growing team with three first-round picks next spring. This is a great opportunity for head coach Klint Kubiak and the Raiders to get back on track while potentially cooling the push for quarterback Fernando Mendoza into the lineup.

With that in mind, let's look at the key matchups for Sunday's East Coast game, as Raiders fans will get their morning started with a 10 am Pacific kickoff.

Raiders Run Game vs. Jets Run Defense

Oct 25, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Mike Washington Jr. (4) rushes the ball against the Los Angeles Rams in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A.…