In a tightly contested matchup, the Las Vegas Raiders narrowly defeated the New Orleans Saints with a final score of 19-13 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. Both teams were looking to gain momentum early in the season, but it was the Raiders who emerged victorious in this defensive battle. The Raiders' offense was led by quarterback Joe Milton, who passed for 194 yards, while Ashton Jeanty made a significant impact on the ground, rushing for 110 yards. Chris Olave stood out for the Saints, recording 84 receiving yards, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Raiders' offensive efforts. Defensively, the Raiders were formidable, with Treydan Stukes making a game-high nine tackles. Maxx Crosby contributed with a crucial sack, while Eric Stokes intercepted a pass that shifted the momentum in favor of Las Vegas. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Stokes' pick set up a crucial scoring drive, sealing the game for the Raiders.