Las Vegas Raiders vs Kansas City Chiefs Match Player Stats (Nov 29, 2024)
Quick Stats Summary
Final Score: Kansas City Chiefs 19, Las Vegas Raiders 17
Date: November 29, 2024 | Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Top Performers:
LV: Aidan O’Connell – 340 pass yards, 2 TDs | Brock Bowers – 10 rec, 140 yards
KC: Matthew Wright – 4/5 FG, 13 points | Travis Kelce – 7 rec, 68 yards
Key Stat: Raiders outgained Chiefs 434-329 yards but lost by 2 points
Aidan O’Connell’s 340-yard, two-touchdown performance on Black Friday wasn’t enough as the Raiders fell 19-17 to Kansas City despite dominating statistically. The AFC West divisional clash at Arrowhead Stadium drew 73,627 fans who witnessed Vegas control nearly every statistical category except the scoreboard.
Table of Contents
Game Stakes and Context
Kansas City secured their tenth consecutive playoff berth with this victory while the Raiders dropped to 2-11. O’Connell returned from injured reserve after missing action since Week 7, making his first start in nearly two months against the defending champions.
Vegas accumulated 434 total yards to Kansas City’s 329, controlled possession for 31:12, and generated 20 first downs to the Chiefs’ 18. The two-point loss came down to field goal kicking and one catastrophic final play.
Quarterback Statistical Breakdown
| Quarterback | Completions/Attempts | Yards | TDs | INTs | Rating | Sacks Taken |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aidan O’Connell (LV) | 23/35 (65.7%) | 340 | 2 | 0 | 116.4 | 3 for 22 yards |
| Patrick Mahomes (KC) | 26/46 (56.5%) | 306 | 1 | 0 | 84.1 | 5 for 40 yards |
O’Connell’s career-high passing yardage came on his return from injury. He became the first Raiders quarterback since Derek Carr in 2021 to exceed 340 yards without an interception. The 116.4 passer rating ranked among the best performances against Kansas City all season.
Mahomes endured constant pressure from Vegas’s defensive front. The five sacks tied his career high through 126 NFL games, with K’Lavon Chaisson and Maxx Crosby terrorizing Kansas City’s offensive line throughout the afternoon.
Receiving Production Analysis
Raiders Pass Catchers
| Player | Receptions | Targets | Yards | TDs | Longest | Yards After Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | 10 | 14 | 140 | 1 | 33 | 42 |
| Jakobi Meyers | 6 | 11 | 97 | 0 | 43 | 31 |
| Tre Tucker | 1 | 1 | 58 | 1 | 58 | 8 |
Bowers’s 10-catch performance pushed him past Keith Jackson for second-most receptions by a rookie tight end in NFL history. His 33-yard touchdown came when he split the safeties on a seam route, catching O’Connell’s pass in stride at the 10-yard line.
Tucker’s 58-yard touchdown opened the fourth quarter dramatically. The ball traveled 50.4 yards through the air per Next Gen Stats, O’Connell’s longest aerial completion. Tucker caught it at Kansas City’s 15-yard line with nobody within five yards.
Chiefs Distribution
| Player | Receptions | Targets | Yards | TDs | Target Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | 7 | 13 | 68 | 0 | 28.3% |
| DeAndre Hopkins | 4 | 9 | 90 | 0 | 19.6% |
| Noah Gray | 4 | 6 | 58 | 0 | 13.0% |
| Xavier Worthy | 5 | 7 | 54 | 0 | 15.2% |
| Justin Watson | 1 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 6.5% |
Watson’s six-yard touchdown at 2:14 in the second quarter came on a perfectly executed slant against zone coverage, giving Kansas City their 10-3 advantage.
Ground Game Statistics
| Team | Attempts | Yards | Average | Longest Run |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 25 | 116 | 4.6 | 17 |
| Kansas City | 16 | 63 | 3.9 | 34 |
Sincere McCormick led Vegas with 64 yards on 12 carries. Isiah Pacheco’s 34-yard burst in the third quarter represented Kansas City’s only explosive rushing play, setting up a Matthew Wright field goal.
Defensive Line Dominance
Pass Rush Impact
| Player | Team | Sacks | QB Hits | Pressures | Pass Rush Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K’Lavon Chaisson | LV | 1.5 | 3 | 8 | 42.1% |
| Chris Jones | KC | 2.0 | 2 | 2 | 31.6% |
| Maxx Crosby | LV | 1.0 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% |
Vegas recorded a season-high five sacks on Mahomes. Chaisson generated pressure on eight of his 19 pass rush snaps, constantly collapsing the pocket from the edge. The relentless pressure forced Mahomes into his lowest completion percentage in eight games.
Special Teams: The Nine-Point Difference
| Kicker | Made | Attempts | Makes by Distance | Misses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Carlson (LV) | 1 | 4 | 27 | 56, 55, 58 | 5 |
| Matthew Wright (KC) | 4 | 5 | 25, 42, 35, 32 | 59 | 13 |
Carlson’s three misses from beyond 55 yards left nine points unrealized. Each attempt followed drives that stalled between Kansas City’s 35 and 40-yard lines, just outside comfortable field goal range. Wright converted four times from manageable distances, providing the winning margin.
Ameer Abdullah’s 68-yard kickoff return to open the third quarter sparked Vegas’s comeback. Starting at Kansas City’s 26-yard line, the Raiders needed just two plays before Bowers hauled in his 33-yard touchdown.
Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring
| Quarter | Time | Team | Play | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10:06 | KC | Wright 25-yd FG | KC 3-0 |
| 2nd | 11:03 | LV | Carlson 27-yd FG | KC 3-3 |
| 2nd | 2:14 | KC | Watson 6-yd pass | KC 10-3 |
| 3rd | 8:40 | KC | Wright 42-yd FG | KC 13-3 |
| 3rd | 3:11 | KC | Wright 35-yd FG | KC 16-3 |
| 3rd | 1:40 | LV | Bowers 33-yd pass | KC 16-10 |
| 4th | 14:52 | LV | Tucker 58-yd pass | LV 17-16 |
| 4th | 9:53 | KC | Wright 32-yd FG | KC 19-17 |
Critical Situational Statistics
Third Down Efficiency
| Team | Conversions | Attempts | Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 3 | 12 | 25.0% |
| Kansas City | 7 | 16 | 43.8% |
Kansas City sustained drives with seven third-down conversions while Vegas managed just three. Each Chiefs conversion extended possessions that resulted in scoring opportunities. The 18.8 percentage point gap proved decisive in a two-point game.
Red Zone Execution
| Team | Red Zone Trips | Touchdowns | Field Goals | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kansas City | 5 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
Vegas reached the red zone once and came away empty. Kansas City’s five trips produced Watson’s touchdown and four Wright field goals totaling 13 points, exceeding the final margin.
Penalty Yardage
| Team | Total Penalties | Penalty Yards |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 9 | 101 |
| Kansas City | 7 | 40 |
Vegas lost 101 yards to penalties. Jack Jones’s defensive pass interference in the first quarter gifted Kansas City 20 yards, directly resulting in Wright’s opening field goal.
Explosive Plays Impact
Vegas produced seven pass plays exceeding 25 yards, the most allowed by Kansas City’s defense since 1991:
- Jakobi Meyers – 43 yards (2nd quarter)
- Brock Bowers – 33 yards (3rd quarter, TD)
- Tre Tucker – 58 yards (4th quarter, TD)
- Brock Bowers – 29 yards (3rd quarter)
- DJ Turner – 25 yards (2nd quarter)
Despite generating more explosive plays, the Raiders converted only two into touchdowns.
The Final Drive: 1:56 of Chaos
Starting at their 8-yard line trailing 19-17, Vegas moved 54 yards in six plays to reach Kansas City’s 32-yard line. With 15 seconds remaining, O’Connell spiked the ball to stop the clock.
Head coach Antonio Pierce called for one more play instead of attempting a 49-yard field goal. The plan: O’Connell would take the snap, let a few seconds run, then throw the ball away for a shorter attempt.
At the snap, both O’Connell and rookie center Jackson Powers-Johnson heard different things. Powers-Johnson thought he heard the snap count. O’Connell later admitted he may have clapped too early, triggering the center’s reaction. The quarterback wasn’t ready when the ball arrived. It bounced off his hands, hit the turf, and Nick Bolton recovered.
The play included an illegal shift penalty. Because the clock was stopped from the spike, officials ruled it a live-ball foul that Kansas City declined. Had the clock been running, it would have been a dead-ball false start, giving Vegas another chance. The fumble stood. Game over.
Historical Achievements
| Player | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | 2nd all-time rookie TE receptions (passed Keith Jackson) |
| Aidan O’Connell | Career-high 340 passing yards |
| Patrick Mahomes | Tied career-high with 5 sacks taken (126 games) |
| Raiders Defense | 7 explosive plays allowed (most by KC since 1991) |
| Chiefs | Clinched 10th consecutive playoff berth |
Comparison with Recent Chiefs Divisional Games
Kansas City’s ability to win despite statistical disadvantages mirrors their victory over Denver earlier this season, where similar yardage deficits were overcome through special teams excellence.
The Ravens-Chiefs matchup featured Baltimore dominating statistically before crucial mistakes allowed Kansas City to escape with another close victory.
What These Statistics Reveal
Vegas entered December at 2-11 despite legitimate NFL talent. O’Connell proved he belongs as a starter after two months away. Bowers continues rewriting rookie tight end records. Their pass rush disrupted one of the league’s best quarterbacks throughout the game.
Yet the Raiders failed where championship teams succeed: third downs (25% conversion), red zone (0 points), and field goals (25% success rate). These failures negated their 105-yard advantage in total offense.
Kansas City found victory despite Mahomes taking five sacks, managing just 63 rushing yards, and converting only 20% of red zone trips into touchdowns. Matthew Wright’s four field goals provided 13 crucial points. When Vegas fumbled their final snap, Kansas City was positioned to capitalize.
The Chiefs have mastered winning when statistically outplayed. Seven third-down conversions sustained drives. Four red zone trips became points rather than empty possessions. They executed when execution mattered most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Raiders vs Chiefs game on November 29, 2024?
Kansas City Chiefs won 19-17 at Arrowhead Stadium, clinching their tenth consecutive playoff berth despite being outgained 434-329 in total yards.
How many yards did Aidan O’Connell throw for against the Chiefs?
O’Connell threw for a career-high 340 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions, posting a 116.4 passer rating in his return from injured reserve.
Why did the Raiders lose despite having more yards than the Chiefs?
The Raiders lost due to three missed field goals by Daniel Carlson (leaving 9 points on the field), poor third-down conversion rate (25%), zero red zone points, and a fumbled snap on their final drive with 15 seconds remaining.
How many times was Patrick Mahomes sacked?
Mahomes was sacked five times, tying his career high. The Raiders’ pass rush generated 18 total pressures with K’Lavon Chaisson recording eight pressures on just 19 pass rush attempts.
What rookie record did Brock Bowers set?
Bowers’s 10-catch, 140-yard performance moved him past Keith Jackson for second-most receptions by a rookie tight end in NFL history.
The Black Friday Statistical Paradox
November 29, 2024 produced one of the NFL’s most statistically lopsided losses. Vegas dominated total yards (434-329), time of possession (31:12-28:48), and explosive plays while O’Connell outplayed Mahomes by every passing metric.
The difference came down to execution in defining moments. Nine points sailed wide from Carlson’s foot. Wright calmly converted four field goals. Vegas converted 25% of third downs. Kansas City converted 44%. The Raiders reached the red zone once and scored zero points. The Chiefs reached it five times and scored 13.
The final play encapsulated Vegas’s season. Positioned for a potential game-winning field goal, a miscommunication between quarterback and center resulted in a fumble. Kansas City recovered. Victory secured. Playoffs clinched.
Football’s ultimate lesson played out on national television: yards create opportunities, but points determine outcomes. Vegas generated plenty of the former but not enough of the latter. At 2-11, they own impressive individual statistics and painful losses. Kansas City owns another division title.
The Raiders vs Chiefs player stats from Black Friday 2024 demonstrate why football can’t be won on paper. Mahomes was sacked five times yet emerged victorious. O’Connell threw for 340 yards in defeat. Bowers caught 10 passes and watched his team lose. Wright made four field goals and became the unlikely hero.
Statistics measure performance. Scoreboards measure success. On November 29, 2024, those two measurements told completely different stories.
Statistical data sourced from: Pro Football Reference | CBS Sports
