This month, the NFL unveiled the schedules for the Las Vegas Raiders and the whole league. This is expected to be the grand premiere for fans to watch Raiders games live at Allegiant Stadium for the first time since its opening in 2020.
The first home game for Raiders fans to attend this season will be a preseason match against the Seattle Seahawks. Although the date for this game is yet to be announced, it is the only home preseason game scheduled for this year.
Raiders open the season on Monday Night Football
Bars across the state should be buzzing during Happy Hours when the Raiders kick off their 2021 season. Their first home game at Allegiant Stadium allows the team to show off their home turf. Nevada’s sole NFL team will launch their season opener at home during Monday Night Football. This game is set to happen on September 13, at 5:15 pm.
The Raiders are set to face off against former NFL MVP Lamar Jackson and his team, the Baltimore Ravens, on the opening night. As soon as the games were announced, Nevada sports betting apps began showcasing odds for the first regular-season game. The Raiders were seen as +5.5 underdogs against the Ravens in the opening odds on BetMGM.
The betting market rapidly shifted in favor of the Raiders. Within less than a day, the point spread for the Raiders increased to +4. Notably, at BetMGM sportsbooks located outside Nevada, the Raiders have a +4.5 point spread against the Ravens.
Full Raiders schedule
This year’s NFL schedule has been altered. The preseason games have been reduced from four to three. Moreover, only one game will be held in Las Vegas.
August 14 versus Seahawks, August 21 at Rams, August 29 at 49ers.
For the first time, the Raiders and the rest of the NFL league will play 17 regular-season games this year, an additional game to the regular season.
Following their home opener on Monday Night Football, the Raiders will be hitting the road. Here is the remaining schedule for the Raiders for the 2021-22 season:
The schedule is as follows: <br>- On September 19, the game is against the Steelers.<br>- On September 26, the game is against the Dolphins.<br>- On October 4, the game is against the Chargers and it will be Monday Night Football. <br>- On October 10, the game is against the Bears.<br>- On October 17, the game is against the Broncos.<br>- On October 24, the game is against the Eagles.<br>- The team will have a bye during Week 8.<br>- On November 7, the game is against the Giants.<br>- On November 14, the game is against the Chiefs and it will be Sunday Night Football.<br>- On November 21, the game is against the Bengals.<br>- On November 25, the game is against the Cowboys and it will be on Thanksgiving.<br>- On December 5, the game is against Washington.<br>- On December 12, the game is against the Chiefs.<br>- The game on December 18 or 19 is against the Browns, but the exact date is yet to be determined.<br>- On December 26, the game is against the Broncos.<br>- On January 2, the game is against the Colts.<br>- On January 9, the game is against the Chargers.
Raiders preseason betting odds
The Ravens are favored to beat the Raiders by 4 points, with the Raiders having a +200 moneyline. The projected total score for the game is 51 points.
Before the season starts, BetMGM offers a few additional betting options for the Raiders.
- Total seasonal wins: 7 (Over -135, Under +115)
- AFC West winning odds: +1,600
- AFC winning odds: +4,000
- Super Bowl winning odds: +8,000
- The odds for the Raiders making the playoffs are +310 for “Yes” and -400 for “No”.
- Trevon Moehrig, a safety from TCU, won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award with a +2,500 point margin.
- Derek Carr has +5,000 odds to win the NFL MVP.
The Raiders’ number one draft pick, Alex Leatherwood (OT, Alabama), has no odds to win the offensive rookie of the year.
Las Vegas hotel prices spike this fall
Hotel rooms in Las Vegas have been fairly cheap over the last year due to a decrease in tourist traffic. However, that’s about to change. Prices are beginning to climb and are expected to hit a high during the football season.
Hotel room rates in Las Vegas this fall seem to have returned to the pre-COVID prices of 2019. However, prices are experiencing surges at establishments throughout the Vegas Strip every weekend the Raiders have a game at Allegiant Stadium. The rates could potentially escalate even more at casino hotels in close proximity to the game locations.
The Delano hotel at Mandalay Bay is the nearest accommodation to Allegiant Stadium. Room rates for the initial two home games of the Raiders saw a surge to $369 and $479, in addition to a $39 resort fee and taxes. Unfortunately for Eagles fans, the room cost at Delano for the game on October 24 is a staggering $804!
Room prices in Las Vegas are typically lower from Sunday to Thursday. In comparison, the week between the first two regular-season home games sees even lower room prices.
Mandalay Bay is somewhat cheaper than Delano. The nearby Luxor hotel also offers slightly reduced rates during the same period. Hotels situated further away from Allegiant Stadium also present high prices, however, they are less expensive.
Allegiant Stadium party
With fans anticipated at all Raiders home games, the south end of the Vegas Strip should now have a lively party atmosphere. The first season was somewhat lackluster as no one was able to attend the games in person.
MGM Resorts is all set to enhance the excitement on game day. A walk to the stadium, akin to the ‘March to T-Mobile Arena’ before the Vegas Golden Knights hockey matches, is planned.
Wynn Resorts has unveiled plans for a unique nightlife experience to be held at Allegiant Stadium during Raiders home games, called Wynn Field Club. As such, it’s clear that not all of the Raiders’ festivities will be happening outside the stadium. The experience promises to be unlike anything offered at any other football stadium.
The Wynn Field Club is situated at field level and the large party area extends across the whole length of the north end zone.
This section, embodying the authentic Vegas nightlife, will feature booths, bottle service, and DJs. Additionally, it will be equipped with 42 televisions, a large 9′ x 35′ LED screen, and a high-powered 45,000-watt sound system.
Tourists are perpetually in pursuit of an experience that screams “Only in Vegas”. Well, here you have it!
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