Las Vegas finishes strong
The Las Vegas Raiders scored nine unanswered points in the fourth quarter to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 26-14 at SoFi Stadium in Week 2. Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes as the Raiders improved to 2-0, while the Chargers fell to 0-2. After a scoreless opening quarter, Las Vegas took a 10-7 lead into halftime. Both teams scored seven points in the third quarter, leaving the Raiders ahead 17-14 before they stretched the margin in the fourth. Las Vegas has opened with consecutive wins, following its 27-13 victory over Miami. Los Angeles has lost both games by a 26-14 score, first against Arizona and now against the Raiders.
Tucker leads the passing attack
Cousins completed 19 of 29 passes for 253 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Tre Tucker supplied the biggest receiving total, catching five of seven targets for 119 yards and a touchdown. Cody White made both of his receptions count for touchdowns, finishing with 24 yards on two targets. Tucker and White accounted for all three of Cousins' scoring passes. The Raiders got less production on the ground from Ashton Jeanty, who gained 48 yards on 21 carries. He also caught four of seven targets for 15 yards. His 25 touches produced 63 yards from scrimmage.
Hampton produces, Herbert struggles
Omarion Hampton led the Chargers with 94 rushing yards and a touchdown on 23 carries. He added two catches for 21 yards, giving him 115 yards from scrimmage. Justin Herbert completed 15 of 27 passes for 192 yards and one touchdown, but threw two interceptions. Las Vegas finished with three sacks, two interceptions and a fumble recovery while allowing 310 yards and 14 points. Oronde Gadsden caught both of his targets for 18 yards and the Chargers' lone passing touchdown. Tre' Harris gained 53 yards on one reception, while Ladd McConkey caught three passes for 35 yards.
Fantasy takeaways and Week 3
Tucker led the game's PPR scoring with 22.9 points, followed by Cousins at 20.2. Hampton delivered 17.5 points through his rushing workload, touchdown and receiving contribution. White scored 16.4 PPR points, though his production rested heavily on two touchdowns from just two targets. Jeanty's workload yielded 10.3 points, while Herbert finished with 7.9. The Raiders defense added 12.0 points. Las Vegas visits the New Orleans Saints in Week 3 on Sept. 27 at 4:25 p.m. ET. The Chargers visit the Buffalo Bills that day at 1 p.m. ET.