The last time the Raiders (1-5) hosted the Indianapolis Colts (1-6) was a happier time for the Silver and Black. On Dec. 24, 2016, Oakland won its 12th game of the season, ensuring its most wins in a single season since 2000 ad en route to the first playoff berth for the franchise since 2002.
But Raiders quarterback Derek Carr was hurt in the same game, effectively ending their playoff run before it began. Since that day, first-round picks Khalil Mack and Amari Cooper have been traded, while Oakland is just 7-16 in the regular season.
Can the Raiders turn back the clock against Andrew Luck and the Colts? Here's how writers from around the country see the game playing out.
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Paul Gutierrez, ESPN.com: Colts 27, Raiders 13
Mike Wells, ESPN.com: Colts 34, Raiders 16
Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: Colts 31, Raiders 20
Elliot Harrison, NFL.com: Colts 30, Raiders 23
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Marcus Mosher, Raiders Wire: Colts 27, Raiders 24