Raiders-Saints: 17 things we learned

By admin — In News — September 28, 2026

   ​(Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Las Vegas Raiders are a quality football team.It’s true. They are.They are doing what winning teams do. They fight through adversity and they make the big plays when needed. They are not perfect. but they have been the best team on the field in all three games.Yes, their three opponents are a combined 1-8 to start the season, but the Raiders made the plays at the right time. That’s what winning teams do. That are Klint Kubiak’s team is a winning team.And it’s quite fun.Las Vegas is 3-0 for the third time since 1991 and teams that start 3-0 have a 73 percent chance of making the playoffs. They have already equaled their win total from last season. The Raiders, who have been underdogs the past two games, are one of three 3-0 teams in the AFC, joining the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs, who they both play next month.The Raiders scored more than 30 points in their 35-27 win at the New Orleans Saints on Sunday for the first team since 2023. The defense had four more turnovers. They scored 19 unanswered points to win the game. This wild stuff. Here is a look at all the madness:Cousins is balling:Raiders’ quarterback Kirk Cousins was so efficient again. He has thrown three touchdown passes in all three games and he is a big reason why this team is 3-0. He is really been impressive and he is buying Fernando Mendoza more time to develop.Welcome back, Brock:Raiders’ star tight end Brock Bowers made his season debut after missing two games with a knee injury. He was his brilliant self as he had 10 catches for 116 yards and s core. He is going to be so special in Kubiak’s offense. He had three catches on the first drive of the game. Kubiak couldn’t wait to get his new toy involved.Turnover machine:The Raiders forced four turnovers and have nine this season. They have had multiple turnovers in all three games. Nakobe Dean, who has been a great free-agent addition, sealed the game with a forced fumble for the second straight game.Mayer contributes as well:The Raiders used double tight ends often and Michael Mayer had three catches for 32 yards and a score. He and Bowers can do a lot of damage together.Koonce stops up:The Raiders’ pass-rush was quiet for most of the game. but rotational rusher Malcolm Koonce came alive late and had a forced sack and made some plays.Hello Mike Washington Jr.:The rookie running back flashed his big-time speed with a 36-yard touchdown run as the Raiders began their comeback in the third quarter. He had five carries for 54 yards. He has 15 carries this season. If he can provide this type of spark on a regular basis, the Raiders will be in business.Bring on the Chiefs:The Raiders-Chiefs game will be one of the very biggest in Week 4 and it will get a lot of attention as these two 3-0 teams battle. It will be the biggest game at Allegiant Stadium since the Week 18 against the Chargers to end the 2021 season. Chiefs fans have rountiely taken over Allegi  

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