In a commanding performance, the New Orleans Saints topped the Las Vegas Raiders 28-10 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. This victory solidifies the Saints’ position in the early playoff race, while the Raiders will need to regroup after a disappointing outing. Tyler Shough led the Saints' offense with two touchdown passes, showcasing his ability to connect effectively in the red zone. Meanwhile, Travis Etienne Jr. was a force on the ground, racking up an impressive 153 rushing yards, helping to control the tempo of the game. Kirk Cousins attempted to keep the Raiders competitive with 234 passing yards, but the Las Vegas offense struggled to find the end zone. Defensively, Kool-Aid McKinstry was a standout with seven total tackles, helping to stifle the Raiders' offensive efforts. The turning point came midway through the second quarter when the Saints' defense forced a critical turnover, allowing Shough to capitalize with a touchdown pass shortly after. With Kwity Paye adding 2.5 sacks for the Raiders, the defensive battle was fierce, but New Orleans ultimately proved too strong.