Raiders end losing streak with 38-33 win over Jets
Kirk Cousins threw three touchdowns to get the Raiders to 4-4 on the year.
The Las Vegas Raiders secured their first victory of the 2026 season by defeating the New York Jets, 38-33, at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Quarterback Kirk Cousins contributed significantly to the win, throwing three touchdowns and running for another score. Cousins' third touchdown pass was completed to Jalen Nailor with 11 minutes and 33 seconds remaining in the game, putting the Raiders up 35-30 after trailing by nine points at halftime.
The Raiders' defense played a crucial role in securing the win, stopping the Jets' drive at the two-minute warning and forcing a field goal by Jason Sanders. Despite allowing the Jets to drive to the Raiders' 13-yard line, the Raiders' defense came up with a crucial stop that led to the winning touchdown.
Rookie running back Mike Washington also made an impact, rushing for 83 yards on 25 carries. The tight end duo of Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer had a combined total of 145 receiving yards, with both players scoring touchdowns. Cousins completed 19 of 26 passes for 247 yards, while Dylan Laube added a 95-yard kickoff return to the Raiders' win.
On the other side, the Jets struggled defensively, allowing the Raiders to score on six of their nine possessions. The Jets' defense was unable to stop the Raiders from moving the ball, and they fell to 2-6 with the loss. Next up for the Jets is a trip to Kansas City.
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