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Week 3

Weekly
Grade
New York Jets
3-0 231.1
237.66
 
VS
proj
Las Vegas Raiders
229.06 2-1
214.76

New York Jets come back to top Las Vegas Raiders to remain undefeated in 231.10-229.06 cliff-hanger

New York Jets won their third straight to open the season with a come-from-behind win over Las Vegas Raiders, staging an impressive comeback for a 231.10-229.06 victory. Trailing 220.00-189.90 heading into Sunday night, New York Jets charged back behind Courtland Sutton (17.7 points) and the Denver Broncos defense (16). A.J. Brown (5 Rec, 85 Rec Yds, 1 Rec TD) and DK Metcalf (5 Rec, 64 Rec Yds, 1 Rec TD) led the way for Las Vegas Raiders in the loss. New York Jets (3-0) will look to build on their success against Washington Commanders, while Las Vegas Raiders (2-1) face Philadelphia Eagles in an effort to right the ship.

Matchup Timeline

  New York Jets   Las Vegas Raiders

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

The Broncos defense allowed only 10 points, surrendered 267 yards, and forced 3 turnovers in an 11-10 win over the 49ers. In doing so, they put up 16 points to more-than-double their 6.48-point projection, the highest percent increase of any player on New York Jets this week. In Week 4, the Broncos will square off against the Raiders.
The Denver Broncos defense

Top Player Comparison

New York Jets
Points
% of total points 231.1
1
Kirk Cousins
QB
22.3
25.96
9.6%
2
Cordarrelle Patterson
RB
22.3
13.81
9.6%
3
Courtland Sutton
WR
17.7
14.33
7.7%
4
The Denver Broncos defense
DEF
16
6.48
6.9%
Las Vegas Raiders
Points
% of total points 229.06
1
A.J. Brown
WR
19.5
16.43
8.5%
2
DK Metcalf
WR
17.4
12.51
7.6%
3
Tyler Conklin
TE
16.4
9.09
7.2%
4
Terry McLaurin
WR
16.2
12.99
7.1%

Matchup Highlights

Sunday Early
Both teams had players with highlight-reel plays early Sunday, but after all the points were tallied, Las Vegas Raiders boasted a 146.40-130.90 lead. Kirk Cousins had a 28-yard touchdown pass for New York Jets, while Jaylen Waddle had a 45-yard catch. Terry McLaurin made the highlight reel for Las Vegas Raiders with a 45-yard catch.
Sunday Late
Cordarrelle Patterson had a 40-yard run for New York Jets, who trailed 220.00-189.90 after the late round of games.

Points By Position

  New York Jets   Las Vegas Raiders

StatSmack

They weren't even trying all that hard. New York Jets scored fewer points in this one (231.1) than their season average of 260.44.
New York Jets are looking unstoppable, winning three in a row.
We heard scoring helps you win. New York Jets are doing a better job of that, averaging 260.44 versus Las Vegas Raiders's 202.94.
"Winning isn't everything" was probably said by someone who lost. New York Jets (3-0) have a better record than Las Vegas Raiders (2-1).
Even the computers think New York Jets have a better lineup. They have a higher projected points average (237.34) than Las Vegas Raiders (212.92).
New York Jets don't let their opponents come within striking distance. They've got more blowout wins this season than Las Vegas Raiders (1 vs 0).
New York Jets have the clutch gene, with more close wins than Las Vegas Raiders (1 vs 0).
By position, New York Jets have outscored Las Vegas Raiders at QB, RB, WR, DEF, and IDP this season.
New York Jets don’t just win, they win BIG, with an average margin of victory of 67 points, highest in the league.
The starters for New York Jets had more big plays in their NFL games this week (3) than the starters for Las Vegas Raiders (1).
Don't worry Las Vegas Raiders, just because you lost doesn't mean it's all over. But you really should have won. Give that a whirl next week!

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