## Raiders-Chiefs on Black Friday: What We Learned from Kansas City’s Win over Las Vegas
**Kansas City, Mo. -** The Kansas City Chiefs extended their winning streak to three games on Friday, defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 30-29 in a thrilling Black Friday matchup. Here are some key takeaways from the game:
### Mahomes Remains Elite
Patrick Mahomes once again proved why he is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He threw for 348 yards and three touchdowns, including a game-winning 23-yard pass to Kadarius Toney with just over a minute remaining. Mahomes also rushed for 29 yards, showcasing his dual-threat ability.
### Raiders’ Defense Impresses
Despite the loss, the Raiders’ defense played well. They sacked Mahomes three times and forced two turnovers. Safety Duron Harmon had a particularly impressive performance, intercepting Mahomes in the end zone in the first quarter and recovering a fumble in the fourth quarter.
### Raiders’ Offense Struggles
The Raiders’ offense, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with the Chiefs. Quarterback Derek Carr threw for 241 yards and a touchdown, but he also threw two interceptions. The Raiders’ running game was also ineffective, as Josh Jacobs managed just 49 yards on 14 carries.
### Chiefs’ Receiving Corps Shines
The Chiefs’ receiving corps was a major factor in the victory. Toney led the way with 90 yards and a touchdown on five catches, while JuJu Smith-Schuster added 71 yards and a touchdown on eight catches. Marquez Valdes-Scantling also contributed with 57 yards on three catches.
### Penalties Haunt Raiders
Penalties proved to be costly for the Raiders. They were penalized 11 times for 106 yards, including a crucial holding penalty on a potential game-winning field goal attempt in the final seconds. The Chiefs, on the other hand, were only penalized four times for 25 yards.
### Chiefs Clinch Division Title
The win clinched the AFC West division title for the Chiefs, who improved to 10-3 on the season. The Raiders fell to 6-7 with the loss, but they still have a chance to make the playoffs as a wild card team.
### Conclusion
The Chiefs’ victory over the Raiders was a hard-fought battle that showcased the strengths and weaknesses of both teams. Mahomes proved once again that he is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, while the Raiders’ defense showed that they can be a force to be reckoned with. The Raiders’ offense, however, needs to improve if they want to make a deep playoff run.