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From 9-25 to 3-1: Raiders & Saints Surprise
27 Sep
Summary
- Last year, teams combined for a dismal 9-25 record.
- Both clubs have surprisingly started 2026 with 3-1 records.
- Rookie Francisco Mendoza could make his NFL debut today.
Last year's struggling Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints have dramatically turned their fortunes around, each boasting a surprising 3-1 record as the 2026 NFL season enters Week 3. This significant turnaround contrasts sharply with their combined 9-25 performance in the previous year.
Today, the two resurgent clubs are set to face off at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The Saints, currently favored by three points, are led by Head Coach Kellen Moore, who acknowledges the challenge posed by the improved Raiders. This highly anticipated game could also mark the NFL debut of Francisco Mendoza, the No. 1 draft pick and reigning Heisman Trophy winner, who has yet to play this season due to strong quarterback play ahead of him.
The game is scheduled to kick off at 4:25 p.m. ET on September 27, 2026. For fans without cable, streaming options are available through live TV services offering free trials, such as DIRECTV, which provides access to CBS for watching the game.
