Raiders at Cardinals

Franchise Hub Beat · 3d ago

In a dominant display, the Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Arizona Cardinals 48-0 in Week 17 of the 2026 season. With playoff positioning on the line, the Raiders made a powerful statement, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive prowess in a game that left no doubt about their capabilities.

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza lit up the field with 293 passing yards and three touchdown passes, leading an offense that was virtually unstoppable. Running back Mike Washington Jr. added to the onslaught with 113 rushing yards, while wide receiver Tre Tucker shined with 131 receiving yards. The Raiders' ability to move the ball efficiently allowed them to control the game from the outset.

Defensively, the Raiders were relentless, with Maxx Crosby recording four sacks and Treydan Stukes snagging two interceptions. The turning point came in the second quarter when Stukes' second interception set up another touchdown for the Raiders, effectively putting the game out of reach. Arizona struggled to find any rhythm, finishing the game without a single point as Las Vegas dominated on both sides of the ball.