Raiders to go: Three things we learned from the 42-28 defeat against the Colts

THE SCORE OF THE BOX

OAKLAND – The Raiders needed a win so bad. They played football during a two-game losing streak, then traded Amari Cooper back from a draw. So, let's just say that Silver and Black took a little heat.

But a victory could have diverted the discussions on tanks and fire sales for at least a day, which would give a sense of pride to this unconditional fan base.

The Silver and Black were not able to do it Sunday, losing to the Indianapolis Colts 42-28 at the Coliseum.

Here are three quick recipes to take from the Raiders' last defeat, which brought them back to 1-6:

Carr on target

Raiders quarterback, Derek Carr, was put on probation this week, dealing with unsubstantiated commercial rumors and a report claiming he had lost the locker room after two dismal performances.

The beleaguered interlocutor was bothered by the whole conversation, but he closed it on Sunday and played an excellent game. He had 21 of his 28 passes for 244 yards and three touchdowns. He also marked his first career in the race race.

The congratulations should also go to the Raiders' offensive line, which protected Carr well after two disastrous sessions against the Seahawks and Chargers.

The Fresno State product allowed the offensive to continue playing in a tight game: one of them was to score consistently. Carr stood firm in the pocket and fired a few shots while performing shot after stroke in what could have been his best performance of the season.

That happened in a losing effort, which cancels a lot of good that was done by Carr.

Tight ends kill the Raiders' defense

The Raiders had not faced a tight dominant end all season. They should have considered themselves lucky. The Colts have several tight ends of quality and have used them wisely against a defense that has long struggled to cover this position.

Andrew Luck threw TD's assists at three different ends, allowing the Colts to stay consistent throughout the game.

The Colts scored four straight wins in the second half, largely thanks to Jack Doyle, Eric Ebron and Mo Alie-Cox. Doyle led the way with six catches for 70 yards and one touchdown, though the Raiders struggled to cover all the tight parts.

The cover can easily be blamed, but the Raiders did not have to rush to talk and hit the chance once in the day. Once.

A quarter of a lucky caliber will be able to defend itself while playing without pressure, especially during fights with three tight ends.

Doug Martin takes flight, then coughs

Martin has been a featured runner every year except this one, from high school to professional. He signed as Marshawn Lynch's replacement in Oakland, a role that caused some frustration and a depressed porterage account.

He is now the main man of the Raiders, Lynch being injured in the groin reserve.

Martin was ready for the increased workload and steamed 72 yards in 13 races. He also collected 17 yards on the pass, bringing more stability to Oakland's backcourt after Lynch's fall.

Lynch, however, is known for the safety of the ball and the Raiders needed it late in the game. Martin lost a breakaway with about five minutes, though – a brutal turn that definitely drove the Raiders down in a match they could have won.

This game denies a lot of well done by Martin in this game, which will be a frustrating development for someone trying to trigger a career revival in Oakland.