The Raiders are set to host the Los Angeles Chargers this week.
Take a look at what their players and coaches had to say about the Thursday Night Football matchup.
On the Raiders-Chargers rivalry:
"It's a great atmosphere. I love playing the division games because there is an elevated, heightened energy in the stands and it makes it a fun environment to play in. I love playing against everyone in our division it's always a great game, great battle. So thats what we're looking forward to Thursday this week." - Chargers running back Austin Ekeler
On the Raiders as a whole:
"They've changed a lot since the last time we played them. I think I said it the other day, coaching change, they're different in all three phases the way they're playing. They've got really good players on that team in all three phases and you've got to be aware of – they've got some difference makers in this league: [Maxx[ Crosby, Davante [Adams], [Josh] Jacobs, just to name a few. They're playing really well on defense. They're rushing the quarterback really well. Offensively, they're a handful with this receiving group with Jakobi Meyers, [Hunter] Renfrow, Davante. It was a tough game the first game and we expect another one on Thursday." - Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley
On QB Aidan O'Connell:
"For his first start, I feel like he did a great job for his team. We were able to get the ball on defense but like I said he's still young, still learning, so I'm pretty sure he's going to develop more." - Chargers safety Derwin James
"He's played more ball. I told you guys, this guy had a really good preseason. I think there is a reason why they went to him as the starter because they felt like he was playing well enough to be the starter. ... He's played in more games now, he's seen more football, and I think that any time you can get that experience, whether it's a good experience or a bad experience as a young player, it's invaluable and he has our respect." - Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley
On the Raiders defense:
"They've got really good players and we'll be ready." - Chargers quarterback Easton Stick
View team photographer Matt Aguirre's top 30 photos from Allegiant Stadium's catwalk during the Las Vegas Raiders' Week 14 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) passes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders huddle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) calls out the defense during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) punts during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders safety Tre'von Moehrig (25) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson (9) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Robert Spillane (41) looks to sack the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DeAndre Carter (3) returns a punt during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) passes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (8) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (16) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
The Las Vegas Raiders huddle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (8) rushes during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) receives the snap during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) runs after making a catch during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders punter AJ Cole (6) punts during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98), linebacker Divine Deablo (5) and linebacker Robert Spillane (41) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Amik Robertson (21) and defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) celebrates after making a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Janarius Robinson (97) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Janarius Robinson (97) celebrates with cornerback Amik Robertson (21) after sacking the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Janarius Robinson (97) celebrates with defensive lineman Jerry Tillery Jr. (90) after sacking the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) sacks the quarterback during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) hands the ball off to running back Josh Jacobs (8) during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DJ Turner (19) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle John Jenkins (95) and defensive tackle Bilal Nichols (91) defend during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Bilal Nichols (91), linebacker Robert Spillane (41) and linebacker Divine Deablo (5) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo (5) and cornerback Jack Jones (18) make a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo (5) makes a tackle during the regular season home game against the Minnesota Vikings at Allegiant Stadium.
