October 13, 2024 was a special one. After traveling to see the Raiders on the road, this time we were walking into Allegiant Stadium — the heart of Raider Nation — to watch the Raiders take on the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Seeing the Raiders together is always the goal, but doing it at home in Las Vegas adds a whole different level to the experience.

Allegiant Stadium doesn’t feel like just another NFL venue. From the moment you see it, you know you’re stepping into something unique.

Walking in together:

• The black exterior towering over the Strip

• Raiders fans everywhere — jerseys, hats, history

• That feeling of being surrounded by your people

For my son, this wasn’t just a football game — it was seeing Raider Nation in its element.

Raiders vs Steelers always carries weight. Two franchises with deep histories, passionate fan bases, and a reputation for physical football.

Inside the stadium:

• Back-and-forth energy from both sides

• Steelers fans showing up strong

• Raiders fans letting them hear it

Even before kickoff, it felt like one of those games where the atmosphere alone was worth being there.

Watching the Raiders at home hits differently than watching them on the road.

Every big play:

• Felt louder

• Felt heavier

• Felt shared

Sitting side by side, reacting to every drive and every call, it was another reminder of why we keep doing this together.

Road trips are amazing, but home games like this are just as important. They show what it means to be part of something bigger — a fan base, a tradition, a shared identity.

This game wasn’t about the final score. It was about:

• Experiencing Allegiant Stadium together

• Being surrounded by Raider Nation

• Adding another chapter to our story

Those are the moments that stick.

From Buffalo to Baltimore and now Las Vegas, each game adds another layer to this tradition we’re building.

Different stadiums.
Different cities.
Same team.
Same seats side by side.