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Previewing the Jets’ opposition: Las Vegas Raiders

The Jets and Raiders represent two franchises that have been trying to rebuild for a long time, without much success. Having picked first and second in the 2026 NFL draft, the teams meet on Sunday with each trying desperately not…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 3:00 PM
Previewing the Jets’ opposition: Las Vegas Raiders
Key Things to Know
  • Bent Double previews the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of their Sunday road matchup against the New York Jets.
  • Quarterback Kirk Cousins leads the NFL with 16 touchdown passes for the 3-4 Raiders.
  • Las Vegas ranks second in the NFL in red-zone visits but 29th in touchdown conversion percentage.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Jets host the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday in a matchup of struggling franchises trying to remain in contention. Las Vegas sits at 3-4 following four consecutive losses, while New York enters the game with a 2-5 record. The Raiders are led offensively by 38-year-old quarterback Kirk Cousins, who currently leads the NFL with 16 touchdown passes, while number one overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza remains on the bench.

Bent Double analyzes the Raiders across all positional groups, emphasizing Las Vegas' struggles with red-zone efficiency despite maintaining a top-four passing attack. Defensively, the Raiders rely heavily on defensive end Maxx Crosby's pressure alongside linebacker Nakobe Dean, but the secondary has regressed significantly during the team's four-game skid, leaving the defense ranked among the league's worst.

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