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Raiders beat Chargers 2-0, shock AFC West with unexpected start

Las Vegas opens 2-0 under new coach Kubiak, matching last season's win total in two weeks.

newest coverage 20h agosummary written 19h ago8 pieces Google NewsNewswires

What to know

  • Raiders are 2-0 under first-year coach Kubiak, their best start since 2021, already matching last season's entire win total.
  • Kubiak's second-half adjustment—abandoning the run despite defensive pressure—proved decisive; the Chargers' overcommitted defense then fell to passing plays.
  • Running back Ashton Jeanty's four drops and poor rushing average (2.3 YPC) nearly cost the Raiders despite the win; a late-game drop in the fourth quarter threatened a Chargers comeback until a fumble recovery saved the day.
  • The Chargers' first-half game plan successfully neutralized Las Vegas' ground attack (25 rushing yards in 11 carries), but offensive execution and injuries derailed their own scoring drives.

“Midway through the fourth quarter, Jeanty had his biggest drop of all. The Raiders lined up in third and one needing to keep a drive alive to preserve their three-point lead.”

Yahoo Sports, Sports analyst · Yahoo Sports ↗

Klint Kubiak Raiders head coachAshton JeantyAshton Jeanty Raiders running backKirk CousinsKirk Cousins Raiders quarterbackLos Angeles Chargers Opposing team

Raiders beat Chargers 2-0, shock AFC West with unexpected start
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  1. 7

    Key plays identified as game-changers in Raiders victory

    Coverage analyzes the critical moments that swung Week 2 outcome toward Las Vegas, pointing to specific plays that shifted momentum despite the Chargers' successful first-half defensive game plan.

    1. 1 outlet Key Plays That Changed Week 2 Outcome for Raiders

      first by Sports Illustrated, 20h ago

  2. 6

    Chargers offense labeled dysfunctional; injuries cited

    The Chargers suffered injuries and were graded down across position groups after the loss, with their offense failing to execute consistently against the Raiders' defense.

  3. 5

    Ashton Jeanty struggles with four drops

    Despite the win, running back Jeanty had a much different outing than Week 1, recording four drops and averaging just 2.3 yards per carry. A costly third-and-one drop in the fourth quarter with a three-point lead threatened the outcome before a Chargers fumble prevented disaster.

    “Last week the big story was about how good his hands are. Then he goes out in this one and had four drops. FOUR.”
    — Yahoo Sports, Sports analyst · source
  4. 4

    Kubiak's halftime adjustment proves decisive

    Analysis identifies the second-half shift from running plays to passing as the critical coaching decision. After the Chargers held the Raiders to 25 rushing yards in the first half, Kubiak adapted by calling three straight incompletions on the opening second-half drive—a seemingly risky call that actually set up the Chargers' overcommitment, allowing Las Vegas to exploit play-action passes later.

    “In just two weeks, Klint Kubiak has confirmed just how critical coaching is.”
    — Sports Illustrated
    1. 1 outlet Biggest Decision Raiders' Kubiak Got Right Against Chargers

      first by Sports Illustrated, 1d ago

  5. 3

    Raiders' unexpected 2-0 start draws attention

    Coverage highlights the Raiders' surprising 2-0 record under new coach Kubiak, marking their best start since 2021 and matching last season's entire win total in two weeks.

  6. 2

    Snap counts reveal Raiders' personnel adjustments

    With Brock Bowers out, Michael Mayer led pass-catching targets; Cody White made an impact with two touchdowns in seven snaps. Linebacker Jeremy Chinn played the most snaps with 70, while Treydan Stukes saw limited action after suffering a concussion in the second half.

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    Raiders defeat Chargers in Week 2

    The Las Vegas Raiders secured a win over the Los Angeles Chargers in NFL Week 2, shocking the division with an upset victory.

    1. 2 outlets first by Yahoo Sports, 1d ago · also Sports Illustrated · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet first by Yahoo Sports, 1d ago · read ↗

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