Buffalo
Bills
2-1
27
FINAL
35
Las Vegas
Raiders
3-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1d ago
In a thrilling Week 4 matchup, the Las Vegas Raiders topped the Buffalo Bills 35-27, securing a crucial victory to bolster their season. Both teams entered the game looking to establish momentum, but it was the Raiders who ultimately prevailed in a hard-fought contest. Heavily relying on his arm, Fernando Mendoza showcased his elite passing skills, throwing for an impressive 420 yards and five touchdowns, leading the Raiders' offense with precision. His favorite target, Dont'e Thornton Jr., was a standout, racking up 168 receiving yards and playing a pivotal role in the team's success. James Cook III contributed on the ground for the Bills with 71 rushing yards, but it wasn't enough to match the Raiders' explosive aerial attack. Defensively, the Raiders made their presence felt with standout performances from Jeremy Chinn, who led the team with seven total tackles, and Maxx Crosby, who recorded four sacks, consistently pressuring the Bills' quarterback. The game's turning point came late in the second half when Mendoza connected with Thornton for a critical touchdown, extending the Raiders' lead and putting them in the driver's seat for the win. With an interception from Kaleb Elarms-Orr, the Bills attempted to mount a comeback, but ultimately fell short as the Raiders held on for the victory.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Fernando MendozaQB281657%42052111.6
Josh AllenQB342162%29220108.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
James Cook IIIHB8718.941500
Ashton JeantyHB5387.670210
Josh AllenQB3206.711230
Brock BowersTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Dont'e Thornton JrWR416842.0222530
Brock BowersTE511222.4311330
Dallas WilsonWR37324.3330290
DJ MooreWR56112.2140290
Ashton JeantyHB26130.5311560
Caleb OdomTE45513.8280240
TJ MooreWR35418.011220
Khalil ShakirWR44812.061240
James Cook IIIHB34615.3361210
Tre TuckerWR22512.570140
Jaime Ffrench Jr.WR294.54060
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Ka'imi FairbairnK0130
Harrison MevisK0050