The Oakland Raiders practiced at an off-site facility for a second consecutive day Friday as thick smoke from California's deadly wildfires blanketed the Bay Area.Much like they did a year ago when similar conditions arose due to fires in Northern California http://www.raidersauthorizedshops.com/authentic-justin-ellis-jersey , players and coaches were bused to an indoor gym at the former Alameda Naval Air Station for practices Thursday and Friday.Although the Raiders were forced to scale back their workouts as a result, coach Jon Gruden was mostly pleased with how things went under the circumstances."It's like an indoor ice rink that was transformed into a soccer field," Gruden said. "We didn't have much room to get the splits and get the routes but I'm not going to make any excuses. We're not the only people dealing with adversity right now. It was either that or get nothing so I'm really pleased with the players, the coaches and the preparation that we were able to get in."Smoke has filled the sky in Northern California for more than a week and the air quality has been at dangerously unhealthy levels in recent days.The Raiders will get a break from the conditions with road games each of the next two weeks. They play Sunday in Arizona and are in Baltimore to face the Ravens on Nov. 25."We have to deal with what we have to deal with," Gruden said. "We got a lot of reps in. We are confident that they know what to do. We just have to trust that they'll go out there and perform at the highest level possible."The Raiders have lost five straight games and are 1-8 overall. Offensive coordinator Greg Olson said that the fires have helped keep things in perspective."Our hearts go out to all the people who lost lives and property, and certainly to all the first responders." Olson said. "For us, yeah, we are missing a practice. We are missing the ability to go outside Rodney Hudson Jersey , but for other people it's changing their lives or has changed their lives. Nobody here on this team has lost lives or property, so we are fortunate in that regard."Right guard Gabe Jackson has tried to remain indoors as much as possible to avoid the smoke-filled air."From being here to going home I haven't spent much time outside," Jackson said. "You're always concerned about what's going on around you, especially the people that's affected, but at the same time you have to do what you have to do."Notes: Wide receivers Jordy Nelson (knee) and Martavis Bryant (knee) did not practice and are out for Sunday's game. . Cornerback Gareon Conley (groin) is questionable.Raiders Film Room: Oakland can’t finish Warning: If you felt sick to your stomach yesterday watching yet another implosion from the Oakland Raiders, you might want to stop reading/watching now.The following images are alarming and could cause Raiders fans great discomfort. Another game, another blown lead.More miscues on offense and even more gaffes on defense, especially in the 4th quarter.The narrative seems to be writing itself for the Raiders this season.Derek Carr says the team needs to “finish better” which is obvious Authentic Kelechi Osemele Jersey , but its not only the 4th quarter, but finishing scoring drives as well.Red zone dysfunctionPoints have been left on the field in all 3 games, but no more apparent than against the Dolphins on Sunday.Carr and company seem to be out of sync as opposing defenses tighten up.Here are a few plays where the offense sputters in the red zone.Carr has great protection here and is able to get through all of his reads.You see at the top of the screen both Nelson and Bryant run what is called a “whip route” which means they sell the slant route before breaking down and returning to the sideline.Notice Carr sees 2 men against 1 and instead of getting it to a playmaker for at least a few yards, he elects to throw it away.This is a head scratcher and emblematic of Carr’s performance issues inside the 20 yard line.This concept to Jared Cook actually worked (or almost) later in the game.Carr fakes the dive to Lynch, pulls it but is unable to connect with Cook.Carr hears the footsteps of the defensive end coming after him and you see it speed up his play clock.Carr was defiant when asked if the hits rattle him but this play shows he’d rather not buy time out of the pocket. Raiders have to settle on a field goal this drive.Late in the game when the Raiders appear to be driving downfield and finally have a scoring opportunity in the 4th quarter this happens.Carr explained after the game that he saw Bryant in 1-on-1 coverage and decided to throw it up.A few things don’t register here: 1) Carr and Gruden sang Xavien Howard’s praises all week and called him the best corner they’ve seen so far... so why would Carr turn around and throw it to his 3rd WR with Howard in coverage at this crucial moment in the game? 2) Bryant’s effort on this play is poor.He immediately turns backwards looking for a fade ball letting Howard know well in advance the route he’s running. Bryant doesn’t attempt a jab step or head fake inside to create separation. Not going to cut it in the NFL.Side note: notice TJ Clemmings who came in after right tackle Donald Penn suffered a concussion. He attempts to cut block Robert Quinn who doesn’t miss a step and body slams Carr as soon as he lets go of the ball.Tom Cable should stop teaching this technique because it got Carr hit multiple times on Sunday.Not all is lost however, Gruden finally discovered a goal-line back on the Raiders roster.Fans and reporters alike wondered why Lynch didn’t get the ball on the 4th and goal rushing attempt from earlier in the game.That play to Keith Smith with only a few inches was the biggest gaffe in this game and should the Raiders have pounded it with Lynch or simply kicked a field goal, Carr wouldn’t have felt the need to force the ball to Bryant later in the game.Yes Gruden, it really is that easy: just had the ball to Lynch on the goal-line.I thought we all learned from Pete Carrol on this one?Defense collapsesAfter almost a full 3 quarters of fantastic play from the defense Youth Reggie Nelson Jersey , Rashaan Melvin collides with Danny Amendola and has to exit the game.Conley had to switch from Right Cornerback to Left Cornerback and it all started to fall apart.Conley needs to get his head around here.It’s not an easy thing to do but this is the NFL and thats how you play corner at a high level.Parker’s big reception sets up Miami for what’s about to come next.If you think this looks familiar that’s because Tod Gurley scored on this EXACT same play during the Week 1 matchup agains the Rams.This time instead of Arden Key missing his assignment, its Shilique Calhoun who doesn’t get his hands on any blockers.The right tackle cut blocks Tahir Whitehead and the TE blocks out Reggie Nelson for an easy score.Later in the 4th quarter, the Dolphins resort to some trickeration in order to further embarrass the defense.Sure it’s a trick play but not sure how many times this play needs to be run on national television before the defense takes it away.I guess it won’t be the Raiders who stop it.At this point if you’re still reading you’re a glutton for punishment.This is when Raiders fans started to leave the Dolphins stadium and retreat to the air conditioning in their cars.Heat is not an excuse for playing this poorly and letting yet another Jet Sweep go to the house.Not sure how how it’s possible but somehow Conley, Whitehead, Gilchrist, and Lee all fit outside the running lane.Simple math will tell you 4 guys forcing the run inside to NO ONE will give up a big gain like this.ConclusionCarr and Gruden still learning each other’s tendencies and how to score in the red zone.This may be an ongoing bump in the road all season.Jordy Nelson had a big game in the first half.After the Dolphins adjusted the offense wasn’t able to get it done. Cooper’s drops late in the game especially hurt.Paul Guenther’s unit played 3 quarters of high level defense only to look like a JV team in the 4th quarter.Miami enjoys a great home-field advantage; wearing their white jersey’s and sitting in the shade while Oakland wore black and sat in the sun.This could be an excuse for another 4th quarter collapse but eventually a team runs out of excuses before the book is out on them.Guenther should probably figure out how to stop Jet sweep before Raiders play Tyreek Hill.