No Antonio Brown, no problem. At least for now.
The Raiders struck first Monday night in their Week 1 matchup against the Broncos, capping of an impressive 77-yard drive with a Derek Carr touchdown pass to newly minted go-to receiver Tyrell Williams.
Oakland desperately needed to make a statement at home, just two days after ending its short-lived relationship with Brown.
Brown, the seven-time Pro Bowler, demanded his release from the Raiders on Saturday following a messy offseason and eventually signed a one-year deal worth up to $15 million with the Patriots.
“There isn’t much to say,” Raiders GM Mayock said when asked about the fiasco before Monday’s game. “Actions speak louder than words.”
Last week, Brown reportedly lashed out at Mayock during practice, in response to being fined for his various transgressions. Raiders fans were heard chanting, “(expletive) AB,” throughout the game.
Brown, 31, is eligible to suit up in Week 2, when New England takes on lowly Miami.
The Raiders will not face New England this season.



