September 15, 2024 | M&T Bank Stadium | Baltimore, Maryland
Another Raiders road trip with Colin, another incredible experience, and this time, a win we won't forget.
Our trip to Baltimore started the night before the game. We had a great view of the city from our hotel, and I took a few photos of the skyline as the sun went down and the buildings lit up. The next morning, it was time to head to M&T Bank Stadium.
Before heading inside, we spent some time exploring the area around the stadium and taking pictures. Colin was wearing his Raiders gear, of course, and we made sure to get plenty of photos outside.
One of the things I love about our football trips is getting seats as close to the field as possible. For this game, we were right down near the action, with a fantastic view of the players warming up and everything happening along the sideline.
There's a big difference between watching an NFL game on television and being close enough to see the players and coaches just a few feet away.
But the seats weren't even the best part of the day.
A Pair of Gloves to Remember
One of the coolest moments of the day happened right at the railing.
Someone who was with the Raiders, although not one of the players, walked over to Colin, handed him a pair of player's gloves, and simply walked away.
We still don't know whose gloves they were, but that almost makes the story better. One minute we were enjoying the experience from our seats, and the next Colin had an unexpected souvenir from the Raiders.
Naturally, we had to get a few pictures of him showing them off.
It was a small, completely unexpected gesture that turned into one of the most memorable moments of our Baltimore trip.
The Raiders Make It Interesting
For much of the afternoon, things weren't looking particularly good for the Raiders.
Baltimore had built a 23–13 lead in the fourth quarter, and it looked like we might be heading home with another loss.
But the Raiders weren't finished.
Gardner Minshew connected with Davante Adams for a touchdown, bringing Las Vegas back within three points. The Raiders eventually tied the game, and Daniel Carlson kicked the go-ahead field goal with 27 seconds remaining.
The Raiders completed the comeback with a 26–23 victory.
Watching your team erase a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit is exciting anywhere. Being there in person, especially at an away game surrounded by opposing fans, makes it even better.
Looking back through the pictures, there are plenty of great moments from this trip.
The Baltimore skyline at night. Colin posing outside the stadium. Our view from down near the field. The players warming up just beyond the railing. And, of course, Colin proudly showing off those gloves.
The Raiders winning was the perfect ending.
These trips have become something I really enjoy doing with Colin. We get to visit different stadiums, see new places, and experience NFL games together.
Baltimore gave us a little bit of everything: great seats, an unexpected souvenir, and a fourth-quarter comeback.
GAME-DAY KEEPSAKES
Official Game-Day Pin
