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Underdogs dominated NFL Week 3, winning seven of 15 games. The Commanders, Raiders, and Falcons earned top grades, while the Patriots and Packers received 'F's. The Ravens won a dramatic game in Rio de Janeiro, and the Broncos completed a major comeback against the Rams.
NFL Week 3 features bold predictions of the Raiders reaching 3-0 and Baker Mayfield leading a Buccaneers comeback against the Vikings. Fantasy analysts emphasize contrarian, high-ceiling matchups, while betting experts highlight defensive improvements in Cincinnati and offensive struggles in Green Bay and Miami.
Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak delivered a profanity-laced locker-room speech after the Raiders’ 26-14 upset of the Los Angeles Chargers, praising his players for defying seven-point underdog odds and stressing humility in victory; the moment went viral with over 1.2 million views as Las Vegas braces for a tough upcoming schedule.
Las Vegas' defense pressured Justin Herbert (nine hits, two sacks) and helped force six Chargers fumbles, while rookie Hezekiah Masses logged two interceptions and Nakobe Dean forced a late fumble as the Raiders beat the Chargers 24-14 to move to 2-0.
Week 2 delivered a mixed bag of outcomes: the Raiders jumped to 2–0 under first-year coach Klint Kubiak, pairing a balanced offense with a disruptive defense and fueling postseason talk; the 49ers rode veteran stars and a sharp Brock Purdy to stay undefeated; the Broncos found balance under Sean Payton, with steady offense; Saints quarterback Tyler Shough flashed franchise-caliber upside with efficient, mobile play; and Kevin Stefanski’s Falcons offense continued to struggle, prompting questions about QB usage after another low-scoring game. Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels also loomed over several teams.
With a Week 1 win in the rear view, the Raiders’ mailbag previews Week 2 against the Chargers, predicting Rob Leonard won’t push a 45% blitz rate but will lean on simulated pressures and pre-snap looks to exploit LA’s young interior offensive line. The defense could be league-average to top-15 if Week 1’s plan sticks, while topics covered include Paye/Koonce/Johnson roles, Brock Bowers’ knee timeline, Kirk Cousins’ arm, and the rationale behind Mayer’s big contract.
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey, who suffered a cracked rib in Week 1, is pushing to play in Week 2 against the Raiders after a limited practice week. Ian Rapoport indicated he’s improving steadily, no receiver was elevated from the practice squad, and a game-time decision is expected; fantasy managers should view him as a high-risk WR2 if active.
Silver And Black Pride's Week 2 preview predicts the Chargers will rebound from a Week 1 loss to beat the Raiders 24-20, noting Week 1 results are not always indicative and Las Vegas may be stronger than expected.
Orville Peck hints at a kiss with a Las Vegas Raiders player in his new track Ring the Bell from the Mule album. He says he had permission to include the line and won’t name the person, though fans speculate it could Carl Nassib; Peck notes the partner was reportedly thrilled to be mentioned. The lyric and album detail come as Peck discusses his personal journey and therapy through his music, including a 2023 suicide attempt.
The Las Vegas Raiders head to SoFi Stadium for Week 2 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The local CBS telecast features Andrew Catalon (play-by-play), Logan Ryan (analyst) and AJ Ross (sideline). In-market radio options are Raider Nation Radio 920AM and KOMP 92.3 FM, with online streaming available on raiders.com and the Raiders + Allegiant Stadium app; NFL+ and Paramount+ also offer access to live CBS games for subscribers.
The Raiders opened the season with a 27-13 win over the Dolphins, powered by Ashton Jeanty’s 102 rushing yards, 45 receiving yards, and 2 touchdowns. Tight end Michael Mayer was a focal point with six catches and excellent blocking, while Tyler Linderbaum, Jackson Powers-Johnson, Kolton Miller and DJ Glaze helped pave the way for a dominant run game and solid pass protection under Klint Kubiak’s play-action attack. Spencer Burford had a few costly blocks, including a tackle-for-loss and a late misblock, and was involved on the sequence that led to an interception by Kirk Cousins, highlighting a strong offensive performance with a few noticeable hiccups.
Miami fell 27-13 to Las Vegas in Week 1, highlighted by solid defensive contributions from rookies like Jacob Rodriguez (14 tackles) and Jordyn Brooks (nine tackles), a big-but-underutilized performance from Caleb Douglas (94 yards on five catches), and standout near-miss plays from Michael Taaffe. The Dolphins’ issues linger on the offensive line (Austin Jackson struggled vs Crosby), secondary, and kicking outside of a brief early success by Riley Patterson. Chop Robinson was largely quiet, while Taaffe showed playmaking potential with a near interception and a forced fumble attempt that was ruled down. Four players were labeled winners (Rodriguez, Douglas, Taaffe, Brooks) and four losers (Chop Robinson, Chris Johnson, Austin Jackson, Riley Patterson).
Miami’s season opener vs. the Raiders featured bright spots from Bradley Pinion, Caleb Douglas, Jeff Hafley, and Jacob Rodriguez, who supplied key positives, while the defense, special teams coverage, the offensive line, and rookie Chris Johnson underperformed, signaling a rough start despite some standout individual performances.
After a 27-13 loss to the Raiders, Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley called the opener inconsistent and disappointing but said the fight was there and noted positives like improved run defense and tackling; he backed Malik Willis despite an interception, attributed the loss in part to penalties and special-teams miscues, and outlined rotations at safety among Zayne Anderson, Michael Taaffe and Dante Trader Jr. Hafley also said JuJu Brents could be fined if taunting is confirmed, acknowledged Kyle Louis was ruled out with a knee injury, and praised how rookies responded while stressing the need for better communication and play-calling as the season unfolds.
The Raiders opened Klint Kubiak’s tenure with a 27-13 home win over the Dolphins, delivering an all-around performance across offense, defense, and special teams. Cousins started strong by hitting his first nine passes but finished with two interceptions; Ashton Jeanty surged with 102 rushing yards and two receiving TDs while rookie Mike Washington contributed; Kwity Paye and Foley Fatukasi anchored the pass rush and run defense; the revamped O-line kept Cousins clean, and A.J. Cole’s booming punts helped flip field position. Vegas benefited from timely plays and a loud home crowd, signaling progress—though questions about consistency and weapons remain as the schedule unfolds.