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RAIDERS SURGE TO 3-0 HEADING INTO WEEK 4 DIVISIONAL SHOWDOWN VS. KANSAS CITY CHIEFSKIRK COUSINS NAMED AFC OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK AFTER 312-YARD PERFORMANCEMAXX CROSBY LEADS NFL WITH 6.5 SACKS THROUGH THREE GAMESBROCK BOWERS ON RECORD-SETTING PACE FOR TIGHT END RECEPTIONS IN 2026HEAD COACH KLINT KUBIAK ADDRESSES MEDIA AHEAD OF CRUCIAL DIVISIONAL MATCHUPALLEGIANT STADIUM SELLOUT STREAK REACHES 18 CONSECUTIVE HOME GAMESRAIDERS SURGE TO 3-0 HEADING INTO WEEK 4 DIVISIONAL SHOWDOWN VS. KANSAS CITY CHIEFSKIRK COUSINS NAMED AFC OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK AFTER 312-YARD PERFORMANCEMAXX CROSBY LEADS NFL WITH 6.5 SACKS THROUGH THREE GAMESBROCK BOWERS ON RECORD-SETTING PACE FOR TIGHT END RECEPTIONS IN 2026HEAD COACH KLINT KUBIAK ADDRESSES MEDIA AHEAD OF CRUCIAL DIVISIONAL MATCHUPALLEGIANT STADIUM SELLOUT STREAK REACHES 18 CONSECUTIVE HOME GAMES
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Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas — Home of the Raiders

Raiders Surge Into Playoff Picture With Dominant Defensive Performance

Las Vegas holds Kansas City to 13 points in a statement win that reshapes the AFC West standings and signals a new era of Silver & Black football.

By Marcus Webb

Las Vegas, NV — September 30, 2026

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Injury Report
Adams Questionable for Sunday; McDaniels Confident in Backup Options
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Adams Questionable for Sunday; McDaniels Confident in Backup Options

The Raiders wide receiver did not practice Wednesday, but the coaching staff expressed confidence in the depth behind him heading into the Week 5 matchup.

Staff Report · Sept. 30, 2026Read
Analysis
Cousins' Pocket Presence Has Quietly Become the Team's Biggest Asset
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Cousins' Pocket Presence Has Quietly Become the Team's Biggest Asset

Through four weeks, the Raiders quarterback ranks third in the AFC in passer rating under pressure — a stat that tells the real story of this offense.

By Dana Cortez · Sept. 29, 2026Read
Roster Move
Raiders Elevate Two From Practice Squad Ahead of Divisional Clash
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Raiders Elevate Two From Practice Squad Ahead of Divisional Clash

Las Vegas activates linebacker Tre'von Mosley and safety Jalen Hooks as the team prepares for its most important game of the early season.

Staff Report · Sept. 29, 2026Read
Season Stats Snapshot

2026 Season — Through Week 3

Record:3-0
271.3
Passing Yds/G
8th in AFC
138.5
Rushing Yds/G
4th in AFC
27.8
Points/G
6th in AFC
14
Sacks
2nd in AFC
18.3
Pts Allowed/G
5th in AFC
+5
Turnover Diff
3rd in AFC
Player Spotlight
98

Maxx Crosby

Defensive End

Crosby's Motor Never Stops — And Neither Do the Sacks

Through three games, Maxx Crosby leads the AFC with 6.5 sacks and has been the engine of a defense that is finally living up to its potential. His relentless pursuit of the quarterback has opposing offensive coordinators scheming around him on every snap.

6.5
Sacks
9
TFL
14
QB Hits
2
FF
This Week's Matchup
Las Vegas Raiders
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Date

Sunday, October 5, 2026

Kickoff

4:25 PM ET

Venue

Allegiant Stadium — Las Vegas, NV

Broadcast

CBS

Silver & Black Host Chiefs in Pivotal AFC West Showdown

After last week's road victory, the Raiders return home to Allegiant Stadium for a rematch that could define the division race. Kansas City enters at 3-1 and looking to reassert dominance over a rival that has found its footing.

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Commentary
D

Dana Cortez

Senior Analyst

Sept. 30, 2026

The Raiders Are No Longer a Rebuild — They're a Contender

“Stop treating this team like a project. The evidence is on the field, in the standings, and in the eyes of a defense that finally believes in itself.”

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J

James Okafor

Columnist

Sept. 28, 2026

Carroll's Patience With the Running Game Is Starting to Pay Off

“Three weeks of grinding, low-yield carries have quietly built something. The Raiders' run game is now averaging 5.1 yards per carry — and defenses are starting to notice.”

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Upcoming Schedule
WkOpponentDate / TimeLocation
5Kansas City Chiefs
Oct. 5
4:25 PM ET
HOME
6Denver Broncos
Oct. 12
4:05 PM ET
AWAY
7Los Angeles Chargers
Oct. 19
8:20 PM ET
HOME
8Pittsburgh Steelers
Oct. 26
1:00 PM ET
AWAY
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