New Orleans Saints at Las Vegas Raiders: Game preview and prediction
By Nick Ellis
New Orleans Saints at Las Vegas Raiders: Game preview and prediction
Preview
The Raiders showed a ton of potential in their Week 1 matchup against the Panthers, as young players such as Josh Jacobs, Henry Ruggs, and Johnathan Abram had huge games. The offense played one of the best games they have played in the last few seasons, but the defense struggled as usual.
If the Raiders want to win this game, they will not only have to continue to thrive on the offensive side of the ball, but will have to show a massive improvement from Week 1 on defense. If the Raiders even leave the slightest of openings for the Saints offense, they will find their way into the end zone time and time again.
The Saints are likely a top-five team in the NFL, and for good reason. The team dominates on both sides of the ball, as they have high caliber players at just about every position on the field. The team is led by future hall of famer Drew Brees, a top-tier running back in Alvin Kamara, one of the best offensive lines in the NFL, and a defensive line that can generate pass rush and hasn’t allowed a single 100 yard rusher in 44 games.
With all of that being said, it does not appear that the Raiders should have much of a chance, but there are some things that could help Las Vegas pull off the upset.