Patriots dominate Raiders 45-17 as Drake Maye shines
New England improved to 3-2 after a 45-17 victory over Las Vegas, highlighted by quarterback Drake Maye's 374 passing yards and four touchdowns.
The New England Patriots defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 45-17 on Sunday, moving to a 3-2 record for the season. Quarterback Drake Maye completed 26 of 34 passes for 374 yards, threw four touchdowns and added a rushing score, posting a performance that ranked in the top percentile for expected points added per drop-back.
"Coach McDaniels was — it was beautiful. It was beautiful to be a part of today. He was clicking on all cylinders, making us look good, and we were executing," Maye said. Wide receiver Kyle Williams recorded a career-high 91 yards and a touchdown, while fellow second-year receiver Efton Chism III led the Patriots in targets and catches. Offensive tackle Caleb Lomu stepped in for an injured teammate and allowed only one hurry, helping the line limit pressure on Maye to 26 percent of his drop-backs. Defensive end Elijah Ponder contributed two sacks, including a strip sack, and interior lineman Milton Williams posted five pressures, supporting a 48 percent pressure rate on Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins. Head coach Mike Vrabel acknowledged that the team must reduce penalties after being flagged 12 times for 116 yards. Additional contributions came from running back Rhamondre Stevenson, who rushed for 64 yards and a touchdown, and cornerback Kindle Vildor, who recorded a pass breakup and a forced fumble.