The Raiders will be hosting the Denver Broncos for their Week 18 season finale. Take a look at what Broncos' players and coaches are saying leading up to kickoff.
On Interim Head Coach Antonio Pierce:
"I would say this to his credit, man he was a tough player. I remember him well. We had some good battles with the Giants teams. There's a grit and toughness you see with how they're playing both on defense and certainly on offense, their running game. He obviously has a rich history with that tradition and I think he's done a really good job. That's a credit not only to him, but his staff and his team. But you see it on film, you feel it." - Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton
On the Raiders defense:
"This team we're playing, I would say is a real good red zone third-down defense. ... They are in the top 10." - Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton
On DE Maxx Crosby:
"The challenge with him is, I said this the other day, these traits where he's an exceptional athlete. He bends really well so, it's hard to stay on him. He can get off a block very quickly. He's highly intelligent. So, you see him in a stance waiting, he obviously understands where the backs are. The other thing is his stamina is unique. I mean, I don't have the exacts but he's playing close to 98 or 99 percent and when you look at play 67 it's the same as play eight, that's rare. ... He plays over on the right, but he plays on the left. They move him around too, but he's something." - Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton
"I can't speak highly enough of this guy. Being with him every day for a year, seeing how he works. The most impressive thing is, I don't know if I've ever seen a player play that hard for that long every single time he's out on the field. He's going to bring it. We're going to have to be ready. He's one of the best in the league for a reason." - Denver Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham
As the Raiders prepare to host the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, view past matchups of the Silver and Black hosting their division rival.
A program from the Raiders regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 11, 1966, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica (3), center Jim Otto (00), guard Gene Upshaw (63) and tackle Bob Svihus (76) before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 10, 1967.
The Raiders before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 10, 1967.
The Raiders huddle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 10, 1967.
Raiders running back Hewritt Dixon (35) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 10, 1967.
A program from the Raiders regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 8, 1968, in Oakland, Calif.
A program from the Raiders regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, November 9, 1969, in Oakland, Calif.
A program from the Raiders regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 1971, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive back George Atkinson (43) returns a punt during the regular season away game against the Denver Broncos Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 16, 1973, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders tight end Dave Casper (87) makes a 28-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 30, 1979.
Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler (12) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 30, 1979.
Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler (12) goes to hand the ball off during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 30, 1979.
Raiders defensive back Mike Davis (36), guard Gene Upshaw (63) and defensive back Jack Tatum (32) at the coin toss before the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 30, 1979.
The Raiders before a kickoff during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at the Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, September 30, 1979.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 1983.
Raiders kicker Chris Bahr (10) lines up to kick a field goal during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 1983.
Raiders defensive tackle Reggie Kinlaw (62), defensive end/defensive tackle Howie Long (75), linebacker Bob Nelson (51), linebacker Brad Van Pelt (91) and linebacker Matt Millen (55) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, October 28, 1984.
Raiders linebacker Greg Biekert (54) and defensive back Eddie Anderson (33) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, December 11, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders linebacker Greg Biekert (54) and defensive back Patrick Bates (24) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, December 11, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
The Raiders defense huddles during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 24, 1985, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 24, 1985, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes behind running back Frank Hawkins (27) during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 24, 1985, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 24, 1985, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 22, 1987, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcus Allen (32) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 22, 1987, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Bo Jackson (34) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, November 22, 1987, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders defensive end/defensive tackle Howie Long (75) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, December 3, 1989, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders running back Steve Smith (35) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, December 3, 1989, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders linebacker Linden King (52), defensive back Eddie Anderson (33) and defensive back Terry McDaniel (36) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, December 3, 1989, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders guard Steve Wisniewski (76), center/guard/tackle Don Mosebar (72), quarterback Steve Beuerlein (7) and guard John Gesek (63) line up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, December 3, 1989, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders guard Steve Wisniewski (76), center/guard/tackle Don Mosebar (72), and guard John Gesek (63) block during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, December 3, 1989, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders tackle Steve Wright (66) and guard Max Montoya (65) lines up before the snap during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Saturday, September 9, 1990, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Eddie Anderson (33) and linebacker Eddie Anderson (99) make a tackle during the AFC Wildcard postseason home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, January 9, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Anthony Smith (94) lines up before the snap during the AFC Wildcard postseason home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, January 9, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders tight end/defensive end John Duff (84) goes to block a kick during the AFC Wildcard postseason home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, January 9, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Eddie Anderson (33) defends during the AFC Wildcard postseason home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, January 9, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Tim Brown (81) heads to the end zone on a 65-yard touchdown catch defends during the AFC Wildcard postseason home game against the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Sunday, January 9, 1994, in Los Angeles, Calif.
Raiders linebacker Greg Biekert (54), defensive end Anthony Smith (94), defensive tackle Russell Maryland (67) and defensive back James Trapp (37) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, October 19, 1997, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Trace Armstrong (93) and defensive tackle Sam Adams (95) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, December 22, 2002, in Oakland, Calif.
The Raiders defense huddles during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, December 22, 2002, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders linebacker Tim Johnson (51) pressures the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Charlie Garner (25) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Tyrone Wheatley (47) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive tackle Chris Cooper (75) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Jerry Porter (84) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Network Associates Coliseum, Sunday, November 30, 2003, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders Ronald Curry (89) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, October 17, 2004, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Amos Zereoue (28) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, October 17, 2004, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Marques Anderson (23) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, October 17, 2004, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive tackle Tommy Kelly (93) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 2005, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back LaMont Jordan (34) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 2005, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Randy Moss (18) makes a 29-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 2005, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Derrick Burgess (56) forces a fumble during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 2005, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Doug Gabriel (84) makes a 14-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, November 13, 2005, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Tim Dwight (17) makes a 15-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, December 2, 2007, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders tight end Zach Miller (80) makes a 13-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, December 2, 2007, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Jerry Porter (84) makes a 13-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, December 2, 2007, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders tight end Zach Miller (80) makes a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, December 2, 2007, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Justin Fargas (25) rushes for a 5-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at McAfee Coliseum, Sunday, December 2, 2007, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Justin Griffith (36) stiff arms the defender during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 8, 2008, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive tackle Tommy Kelly (93) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 8, 2008, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Justin Fargas (25) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 8, 2008, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Nnamdi Asomugha (21) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 8, 2008, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Jacoby Ford (12) rushes for a 71-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 2010, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Darren McFadden (20) stiff arms the defender during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 2010, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Michael Huff (24) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 2010, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Michael Bush (29) rushes for a 1-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 2010, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcel Reece (45) heads to the end zone on a 73-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Sunday, December 19, 2010, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Jacoby Ford (12) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2011, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Michael Bush (29) rushers for a dives into the end zone on an 11-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2011, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcel Reece (45) makes a 40-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2011, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Jacoby Ford (12) makes an 18-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2011, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders Tommy Kelly (93), Desmond Bryant (90) and John Henderson (79) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2011, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders tight end Nick Kasa (88) makes a 9-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, December 29, 2013, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Jamize Olawale (49) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, December 29, 2013, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders linebacker Sio Moore (55) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, December 29, 2013, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Rod Streater (80) makes a 14-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, December 29, 2013, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Charles Woodson (24) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, December 29, 2013, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Brice Butler (12) makes a 5-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 9, 2014, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders tight end Mychal Rivera (81) makes an 18-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 9, 2014, in Oakland, Calif.
Riders tight end Clive Walford (88) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, October 11, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Marcel Reece (45) makes a 3-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, October 11, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive back Charles Woodson (24) intercepts a pass during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, October 11, 2015, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Andre Holmes (18) makes a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2016, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive tackle Darius Latham (75) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 6, 2016, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) rushes during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 26, 2017, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (24) rushes for a 1-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 26, 2017, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Denico Autry (96) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Sunday, November 26, 2017, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders cornerback Rashaan Melvin (22) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Monday, December 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders defensive end Arden Key (99) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Monday, December 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Doug Martin (28) ruses for a 24-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Monday, December 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) rushes for a 3-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at O.co Coliseum, Monday, December 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders safety Erik Harris (25) intercepts a pass during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, December 24, 2018, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) makes a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes to wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) rushes for a 2-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif.
Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) rushes for a 4-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, Monday, September 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) rushes for an 11-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) makes a catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski (44) breaks up a pass during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Devontae Booker (23) rushes for a 23-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) makes a 10-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, December 26, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Peyton Barber (31) rushes for a 5-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, December 26, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Nate Hobbs (39) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, October 2, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) rushes for a 10-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, October 2, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, October 2, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) rushes for a 7-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, October 2, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) rushes for a 5-yard touchdown during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Adam Butler (69) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) makes a 33-yard touchdown catch during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (2) kicks a 21-yard field goal during the regular season home game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nev.
