Drake Maye led the Patriots to a 45-17 win over the Raiders, accounting for five touchdowns as New England improved to 3-2. The victory was the Patriots’ second straight, and their 536 yards of offense marked a season high.
Drake Maye leads Patriots win over Raiders with five touchdowns
Maye completed 26 of 34 passes for 374 yards and four touchdowns. He also scored a rushing touchdown, giving him five total touchdowns in the 28-point win.
The passing touchdowns were shared among three Patriots receivers. DeMario “Pop” Douglas caught two, while Hunter Henry and Kyle Williams each caught one. Rhamondre Stevenson also scored a rushing touchdown.
New England’s 536 yards reflected a productive team performance, while Maye’s passing and rushing scores accounted for five of the Patriots’ touchdowns. The final score was 45-17.
Patriots’ receiving touchdowns came from three targets
Douglas had two touchdown catches, and Henry and Williams added one apiece. Stevenson’s rushing score and Maye’s touchdown run gave the Patriots additional scoring production on the ground.
Henry’s touchdown was one of four passing scores in the win. Read more about Hunter Henry and Maye.
Raiders fall to 3-2 after scoring one more touchdown
Las Vegas also left the game with a 3-2 record. The Raiders scored one additional touchdown after their first-quarter score, but New England finished with a 45-17 victory.
The Associated Press report published by The Portland Press Herald reported that Kirk Cousins threw for 243 yards and one touchdown. The Raiders’ scoring output was not enough to keep pace with New England’s season-high offensive total.
New England earns its second straight win
The win moved the Patriots to 3-2 and extended their winning streak to two games. New England forced one fumble in the game, according to the report.
Fernando Mendoza replaced Cousins late in the fourth quarter, the Associated Press reported. For the final score, team records and game details, see the Associated Press report published by The Portland Press Herald.
