- Matchup: Las Vegas Raiders vs New Orleans Saints
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Venue: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA
- Broadcast: CBS
- Point Spread: Saints -3.0
- Total Points: 43.5
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This week, the Las Vegas Raiders (2-0) will be heading to Caesars Superdome on Sunday for a clash against the New Orleans Saints (1-1). Oddsmakers have positioned New Orleans as 3-point favorites in this exciting matchup, with the total set at 43.5 points.
The Raiders arrive with an impressive 2-0 record this season. In their recent game, they faced the Los Angeles Chargers and emerged victorious with a score of 26-14. Quarterback Kirk Cousins completed 19 of 29 passes for 253 yards and threw 3 touchdowns, achieving a quarterback rating of 113.1, although he also recorded one interception. Receiver Tre Tucker was a standout, averaging 23.8 yards per reception with 119 yards on 5 catches. Ashton Jeanty led the ground game for the Raiders with 21 carries for 48 yards, averaging 2.3 yards per attempt. Collectively, Las Vegas executed 58 plays for 305 total yards. They had 29 rushing attempts for just 57 yards, averaging 2.0 yards per carry. Defensively, the Raiders allowed 127 rushing yards on 32 attempts, yielding an average of 4.0 yards per rush. In terms of pass defense, they conceded 183 yards on 15 completions out of 27 attempts, achieving a 55.6% completion rate.
In terms of scoring, the Raiders average 26.5 points per game. They currently rank 23rd in the league with a rushing average of 93.5 yards per game. Over the season, Las Vegas has accumulated 595 total yards, while also recording 21 offensive first downs. The team has been penalized 12 times for a total of 71 yards and has turned the ball over 3 times. Notably, they’ve secured 6 passing touchdowns so far, with no touchdowns coming from the ground game.
<pDefensively, the Raiders are performing well, ranking 5th in the NFL in points allowed, only giving up 13.5 points per game. They allow an average of 4.0 yards per rushing attempt and 100.5 rushing yards per game. In the passing department, they have allowed 368 yards this season, placing them 11th overall. Their opponents have averaged 184.0 passing yards per game against them, accompanied by a 55.6% completion rate. Their total defensive yardage stands at 284.5 yards per game, ranking 9th in the league. They have given up 1 passing touchdown and 2 rushing touchdowns, allowing a total of 201 rushing yards over two games this season.Get our expert NFL picks!
On the other hand, the Saints come into this matchup with a record of 1-1. In their previous game, they secured a 24-17 victory against the Baltimore Ravens. Quarterback Tyler Shough threw for 252 yards on 27 completions out of 34 attempts, scoring 1 touchdown and achieving a rating of 107.4, without a single interception. Key receiver Chris Olave recorded 8 receptions for 86 yards, averaging 10.8 yards per catch. Meanwhile, Travis Etienne contributed with 25 rushing yards on 8 carries, averaging 3.1 yards per carry. The Saints managed to accumulate 298 yards on offense while running 61 plays (4.9 yards per play). On the ground, they averaged 2.4 yards per carry for a total of 65 rushing yards on 27 attempts. New Orleans’ defense allowed 108 rushing yards on 22 attempts, surrendering an average of 4.9 yards per rush, while their passing defense gave up 204 yards on a 67.7% completion rate, as their opponents went 21 for 31.
In terms of offensive performance, the Saints rank 9th in the NFL, scoring an average of 27.0 points per game. They have thrown for a total of 611 yards this year, with an average of 305.5 passing yards per game, placing them 2nd in the league. Their rushing average stands at 78.0 yards per game, totaling 156 rushing yards this season. Overall, the Saints are averaging 383.5 total yards per game, ranking 7th in the NFL. They have also incurred 11 penalties costing them 88 yards, which ranks them 24th in the league in that category. Additionally, they have committed 2 interceptions and lost 1 fumble, while achieving 30 first downs as a team.
Defensively, the Saints are giving up 24.0 points per game, placing them 18th in the NFL. They have conceded 3 passing touchdowns and 204.0 yards through the air, ranking them 15th in the league. The Saints have allowed a total of 273 rushing yards this season—averaging 136.5 yards per game and also yielding 3 rushing touchdowns. New Orleans’ defense has been on the field for 129 plays, giving them a rank of 22nd in the NFL. So far, they have forced 2 turnovers (1 interception and 1 fumble), allowing a total of 48 points against them.
Who will secure a victory in this thrilling matchup between the Raiders and Saints?
Betting Tip: Opt for the Saints -3.0
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