BSJ Game Report: Patriots 45, Raiders 17 - Maye (5 total TDs) stars in a blowout
Boston Sports Journal • • sports
Key Points:
- Drake Maye exploited the Raiders' defense by frequently completing deep passes outside the numbers, resulting in four touchdown passes and his first 300-yard game of the season.
- Brock Bowers initially challenged the Patriots' coverage with a size advantage, but increased pressure on Kirk Cousins, including multiple sacks and pressures, limited Cousins' effectiveness.
- The Patriots faced significant injury setbacks, losing running back TreVeyon Henderson and left tackle Will Campbell in the second quarter, and cornerback Charles Woods suffered a shoulder injury for the second consecutive week.
