Oakland Raiders: 5 Players Who Stepped Up Versus Chargers

Oct 25, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper (89) us defended by San Diego Chargers inside linebacker Donald Butler (56) during the second quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports

Amari Cooper

Unlike several of the players on this list, Cooper did not have a breakout type of game, as in all honesty he has been doing it for most of the 1st 5 games for the Raiders. I still think he needs to be more of a target in the second half, but his 1st half performance was so dominant that the Raiders didn’t really need him, or any other Raiders receiver, in the 2nd half.

Cooper absolutely torched the Chargers secondary. His 52 yard reception and run for a touchdown made several Chargers defenders look ridiculously over matched and was the signature highlight from the game.

Cooper’s talent and ability are scary good; the fact that he has only suited up for 6 NFL games makes that statement even more unbelievable. AC/DC’s potential for the next decade could be historically great, if they can stay healthy.

When Cooper starts pulling down game sealing touchdowns or 1st down receptions in the 4th quarter of games, the Raiders might have an argument for being the most complete offense in the AFC West.

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