Instant analysis from Patriots’ win over Raiders
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots dominated the Las Vegas Raiders with a 45-17 victory, amassing 536 total yards and improving their record to 3-2 under head coach Mike Vrabel.
- QB Drake Maye excelled with 374 passing yards, five total touchdowns, and a passer rating of 150.9, earning a repeat as AFC Offensive Player of the Week.
- The Patriots' wide receiver group stepped up despite injuries, with DeMario Douglas scoring two touchdowns and Kyle Williams leading with 91 receiving yards.
- Offensive line adjustments included Ben Brown starting at right guard and rookie Caleb Lomu filling in at left tackle after Will Campbell's injury.
- Defensively, Elijah Ponder recorded two sacks, contributing to limiting the Raiders to just 2.1 yards per rush, while the Patriots' defense forced turnovers and pressured quarterback Kirk Cousins.
