The Raiders did what was expected of them in Week 1, beating the Panthers in Carolina. With an incredibly difficult schedule ahead of them. It took an impressive performance by Josh Jacobs to get it done as the team rode their workhorse to 34 points. Jacobs finished the game with 29 touches and 139 yards and three downs
It also took an incredible 4th and inches stop by the Raiders to stop a potential comeback for the Panthers. It was Clelin Ferrell who made the stop on the fullback, getting the Raiders off the field. It was easily the biggest play of Ferrell’s career as it ended the game.
Here are the team’s leading offensive weapons in Week 1:
Leading Passer: QB Derek Carr – 22/30 for 239 yards and 1 TD
Leading Rusher: RB Josh Jacobs – 25 carries for 93 yards and 3 TDs.
Leading Receiver: WR Henry Ruggs – 3 receptions for 55 yards
The Raiders are now 1-0 and will host the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. That game will be on Monday Night Football at 8:15 p.m. E.T.
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