The last 10 years have been a wild ride for Raider Nation – think big wins, nail-biting playoffs and record-breaking games. Then boom, the team lands in Las Vegas. Fans stuck around through thick and thin, kind of like how you’ve got to plan ahead in the Tongits Wars old version, staying sharp no matter what happens.
Yeah, they haven’t grabbed a Lombardi trophy lately, but those golden-era feelings aren’t gone, just reshaped by fresh moments worth remembering. These five stand out between 2015 and 2025: Raw grit, electric highs and pure Silver and Black spirit lighting up the field.
The Top Five Most Memorable Raiders Moments in the Last Decade
1. Raiders Clinch the Playoffs vs. Chargers | Overtime Classic (2021)
One of the wildest games in years happened near the end of the 2021 NFL season. Back on Jan. 9, 2022, the Raiders welcomed the Los Angeles Chargers during Week 18, both clubs desperate to reach the playoffs.
It was a rollercoaster: Leads shifted throughout, big moments popped up out of nowhere, yet they were still knotted at 32 when regulation ended. During their last chance, Las Vegas drove down the field, and then Daniel Carlson nailed a cold-blooded 47-yard kick right before time ran out, punching their ticket to the postseason while crushing L.A.’s hopes.
This game was big, not just because it meant a shot at the playoffs for the Silver and Black, but also because of the wild ride fans went through. You saw toughness from the squad, while a single unexpected field goal ended up shaping everything. Though intense moments stood out, that one play made all the difference. Still, emotions swung hard from start to finish.
2. Record‑Setting Franchise Blowout | Raiders 63- Chargers 21 (2023)
After a tough defeat in early December, the Raiders came back strong only days after with their biggest scoring burst ever. On Dec. 14, 2023, they crushed the Los Angeles Chargers, winning 63-21, marking the highest point total in team history.
Each part of the attack played a role – big gains by pass catchers, quick bursts on the ground, yet loads of points lighting up Allegiant Stadium. That win didn’t just hype up Raiders supporters; it meant something deeper. After a letdown, they showed they’ve got top-level punch. Fans still talk about how much fun it was and also what it said about their scoring power.
3. The First Raiders Touchdown at Allegiant Stadium (2020)
The 2020 season kicked off a fresh era for the Raiders, as it was the first season in Las Vegas, firing up games at Allegiant Stadium. During a “Monday Night Football” showdown with the Saints, fullback Alec Ingold powered in the first touchdown ever for the team there, making history under those lights and sealing a lasting memory from their big shift to “Sin City.”
This wasn’t a postseason clash or some historic milestone, yet it marked the start of something new for the Raiders. Fans everywhere, whether packed into the Black Hole or tuned in from coast to coast, felt that spark, turning it into one of those moments that just feels like what being a Raider fan is about these days.
4. Zay Jones Walk‑Off Overtime Touchdown in Baltimore (2021)
One more wild return happened right at the start of 2021 during an away match with the Baltimore Ravens. The score was even, nerves were jumpy and then Zay Jones grabbed a big touchdown in overtime – pushing the Raiders past the Ravens 33-27, all while taking down one stubborn opponent.
This moment hit hard because the team played tough when it mattered, pushing through pressure, then sealing it in overtime with raw energy. A lot of folks saw this as one of the wildest matchups that year, straight-up legendary from start to end.
5. Raiders Upset Chiefs in Arrowhead Stadium (2020)
In 2020, while dealing with a move to a fresh city and shaping up their team vibe, the Raiders somehow beat the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium, where fans scream nonstop, and visitors usually collapse under pressure.
Derek Carr tossed three touchdown passes while guiding the offense with steady hands. The Raiders finally halted Kansas City’s winning streak and broke a painful skid at Arrowhead. Fans saw it as proof they belonged, topping a tough division foe on enemy turf, fueling the belief that the Raiders might stand tall against top squads.
Why These Moments Matter to Raider Nation
Every big group of fans holds onto key memories – not from the scores alone, but from the feelings and local pride tied to those games. Raider Nation stands out thanks to raw energy, tight bonds and strong loyalty through good or bad seasons.
Over ten years ago, highlights came that showed exactly what this culture means.
- Playoff vibes with epic overtime matches; fans know that rush when hope lasts till the final moment.
- Franchise marks, plus wild scoring streaks, prove the Raiders might take control any weekend.
- Starting fresh or moving on – take Allegiant Stadium, for example – can spark a bit of belief in what’s ahead.
- Comebacks or big victories, either way, they show this team doesn’t back down when things get tough.
Still, when things got tough, these times shone through, snapshots Raiders supporters will share or argue about for ages.
Looking Ahead
Even though 2025 wasn’t kind to the Raiders – offensive sputters and defensive limps – their fans still show up loud and proud, no matter the score.
New coaches hope to shape things and players keep changing. Still, believers hang tight, dreaming of fresh highlights down the road; maybe a wild-card win, topping their division or going farther than anyone expects.
Bottomline
The past 10 years didn’t bring a title celebration, yet still served up wild highlights, clutch throws, last-second wins, record nights and key pieces of the Raiders’ legacy. To fans in silver and black, these times show what sticking together feels like, no matter the ups, downs or mess in the middle.
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