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Las Vegas Raiders playmakers introduced themselves in win

The Las Vegas Raiders launched their prior schedule on a high note by overcoming the New England Patriots under Pete Carroll. That momentum vanished quickly, resulting in Carroll's dismissal, the departure of Geno Smith via a trade, and an organizational reboot.

On September 13, the squad opened its 2026 schedule victoriously, putting up 27 points in Week 1. Despite the opening outcome, significant deficiencies emerged that could indicate trouble as the year progresses.