Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders: 3 things to watch in Week 3

Sep 19, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr exits the tunnel before playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr exits the tunnel before playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 13, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws the game-winning touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in overtime during Monday Night Football at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The Las Vegas Raiders take on the Miami Dolphins in Week 3, and here are three things to keep an eye on in the matchup inside Allegiant Stadium.

On paper, the upcoming contest for the Las Vegas Raiders vs the Miami Dolphins should be an easy victory for the Silver and Black, but the NFL is a league full of surprises, and there is no definite answer until the game is played. Las Vegas goes into this game with a 2-0 record, beating playoff teams from last season, while Miami is fresh off a 35-0 drubbing at the hands of Buffalo.

Several things should be looked upon as the Dolphins will look to clear .500 and pull out a victory in Vegas, and also several factors that should be studied for the Raiders to continue their unbeaten start into the 2021 season. Remember, while the Dolphins are without Tua Tagovailoa due to injury, Las Vegas will not have Josh Jacobs once again, and that really hindered their rushing attack in Week 2.

The truth is, Las Vegas has more talent than Miami does, but this is the NFL when anything can happen any time you step onto the field. Miami is going to be fired up entering Allegiant Stadium, so expect another fierce battle like the one we saw last season.

Will injuries play a significant role for either victor here? Will a backup quarterback take down one of the hottest starters of the season? We will dive into some narratives that should be watched as the clash is almost amongst us.

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