In a dominant performance, the Las Vegas Raiders topped the Los Angeles Rams 42-20 in Week 7 of the 2026 season. The victory solidifies the Raiders' position in the playoff race, showcasing their offensive firepower throughout the contest. Leading the charge for Las Vegas was quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who threw for an impressive 524 yards and five touchdowns, demonstrating pinpoint accuracy and a knack for finding open receivers. Dont'e Thornton Jr. made his mark as both a rusher and a receiver, racking up 77 rushing yards and an astounding 185 receiving yards, proving to be a versatile threat that the Rams struggled to contain. Defensively, the Raiders capitalized on key moments, with Jermod McCoy snagging an interception that shifted momentum in their favor. While the Rams' Myles Garrett recorded two sacks, the Raiders' ability to limit their offensive opportunities ultimately proved decisive. The game's turning point came in the second quarter when Mendoza connected with Thornton Jr. for a long touchdown, opening up a lead that the Rams could never recover from.