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Raiders Rout Dolphins 27-13 as Cousins Throws Three TDs

By Drooid · Sep 15, 2026, 3:04 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders beat the Miami Dolphins 27-13 in Week 1.
Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes in the win.
Running back Ashton Jeanty amassed 147 combined rushing and receiving yards.
The Raiders converted 75% of red-zone trips, scoring three touchdowns on four attempts.
Defensive unit recorded five sacks on Malik Willis and held De'Von Achane to 36 yards.

History

Historical Context

Don Shula’s 1972 Dolphins became the NFL’s only team to finish 17-0, including a five-game winning streak over the Oakland Raiders. That dominance sparked a rivalry that now favors the Las Vegas Raiders, who lead the all-time series 21-20-1 (as of 2023). Week 1’s 27-13 Raiders win echoes the shifting power balance first seen in the early-70s.

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Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders beat the Miami Dolphins 27-13 in Week 1.
Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes in the win.
Running back Ashton Jeanty amassed 147 combined rushing and receiving yards.
The Raiders converted 75% of red-zone trips, scoring three touchdowns on four attempts.
Defensive unit recorded five sacks on Malik Willis and held De'Von Achane to 36 yards.

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