{
  "id": 8797222,
  "title": "Former Spartans connect for pair of TDs in Raiders win vs. Harbaugh, Chargers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/former-spartans-connect-for-pair-of-tds-in-raiders-win-vs-harbaugh",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T23:47:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-spartans-connect-pair-tds-234743270.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Sunday, the Las Vegas Raiders secured a significant victory against the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks to a pair of touchdowns orchestrated by former Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins and former Michigan State wide receiver Cody White. The duo's efforts marked the second and third touchdown catches of White's professional career, while Cousins, an experienced veteran, has historically thrown hundreds of touchdown passes throughout his career.\n\nThe first touchdown occurred in the third quarter, with White securing a 13-yard catch, propelling the Raiders ahead of the Chargers with a score of 17-14. This play was the first of two TD receptions for White during the game. In the fourth quarter, Cousins and White joined forces once more, this time from 11 yards out, effectively sealing the win for the Raiders.\n\nA video of White's first touchdown catch can be viewed here, while another highlights the second touchdown play between the two Spartans. Cousins wrapped up the game with 253 passing yards and three touchdowns, while White contributed two touchdown receptions for 24 yards. Following their impressive performance, the Raiders have achieved a 2-0 record this season.\n\nThe win underlines the potential for the Raiders to make a surprising impact in the AFC West this year. Fans can stay updated on all Michigan State news, notes, and opinion by following The Spartans Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and liking their Facebook page. For additional coverage, Robert Bondy can be followed on X at @RobertBondy5.",
  "summary": "A pair of former Spartans connected for two touchdowns on Sunday to knock off former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh and his LA Chargers",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Kirk Cousins connects with Cody White for 2 TDs and Raiders beat Chargers 26-14",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/kirk-cousins-connects-with-cody-white-for-2-tds-and-raiders-beat",
        "published": "2026-09-20T23:26:33.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Chargers downed by Raiders to fall to 0-2: Top social media reactions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/chargers-downed-by-raiders-to-fall-to-0-2-top-social-media-reactions",
        "published": "2026-09-21T01:07:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}