What we learned: A closer look at the Raiders’ win over Saints and 3-0 start

The Las Vegas Raiders improved to 3-0 after overcoming a double-digit deficit to defeat the New Orleans Saints 35-27 on the road. Tight end Brock Bowers led the offense with 10 receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown less than three weeks after undergoing a meniscus procedure. Las Vegas forced four straight turnovers to secure the comeback victory, matching their entire win total from the 2025 season under head coach Klint Kubiak.

Review-Journal writer Adam Hill notes the Raiders' success stems from complementary football, including an opportunistic defense led by Rob Leonard that paces the NFL in defensive EPA per play. Despite low rushing efficiency and a 3.23 yards-per-carry average, strong starting field position has kept the offense producing. The undefeated Raiders now turn their focus to an AFC West showdown against the 3-0 Kansas City Chiefs.