In a tightly contested matchup, the Las Vegas Raiders topped the New England Patriots 28-22 in Week 5 of the 2026 season. Both teams were desperate for a win, but it was the Raiders who came through in the clutch to secure the victory on the road. Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza led the charge with 221 passing yards, while running back Ashton Jeanty made a significant impact on the ground with 106 rushing yards. Receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. was a key target for Mendoza, racking up 81 receiving yards and contributing to the offensive output. Despite a strong performance from Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, who threw three touchdown passes, it wasn't enough to seal the win for New England. The Raiders' defense played a crucial role in the outcome, forcing critical stops at pivotal moments. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when they held the Patriots to a field goal, allowing the Raiders to preserve their lead. While Kevin Byard III led the New England defense with 10 tackles, it was the Raiders' ability to bend but not break that ultimately secured their hard-fought victory.