NFL-- Raiders vs. Broncos X-Factors

These are the players who could make a difference in the divisional matchup between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

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With a potential 0-4 start to the season, the Las Vegas Raiders face a must-win situation this Sunday against the Denver Broncos.

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It emphasises the importance of potential x-factors stepping up as the Raiders' season hangs in the balance.

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The Raiders' head coach and offensive coordinator are x-factors.

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When the Raiders face the Broncos on Sunday, they will be up against the NFL's second-best scoring defence.

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Despite losing to the Seattle Seahawks, the Broncos defence has shut down every offence they've faced thus far.

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It emphasises the importance of the offensive game plan devised by McDaniels and Lombardi for Sunday.

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McDaniels is X-factor because of his ability to put together a top-tier offense.

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Nathaniel Hackett, head coach of the Denver Broncos, also possesses the X-factor.

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