The Las Vegas Raiders entered Week 8 needing a win to end a four-game losing streak and to tread water in the AFC Playoff race. While the New York Jets held a two-possession halftime lead, it was mission accomplished for…
Kirk Cousins helped silence calls for a quarterback change by leading the Las Vegas Raiders to a 38-33 comeback victory over the New York Jets in Week 8. Cousins accounted for all four Raiders offensive touchdowns, completing 19 of 26 passes for 247 yards, three passing scores, and one rushing touchdown to halt the team's four-game losing streak.
Writer Matt Holder identified Cousins, Brock Bowers, Taron Johnson, Dylan Laube, and Mike Washington Jr. among the game's top performers. However, Holder noted concerns regarding cornerback Eric Stokes and the Raiders' run defense, which allowed Jets running back Braelon Allen to rush for 147 yards despite New York's second-half collapse.
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