Patriots Rout Raiders 45-17, Improve to 3-2

The New England Patriots beat the Las Vegas Raiders 45-17, improving to 3-2 and earning consecutive wins after their upset of Buffalo. Drake Maye threw for 374 yards and four touchdowns, added a rushing score and finished without a turnover, rebounding from early-season struggles. With top receivers A.J. Brown and Mack Hollins sidelined, DeMario Douglas and Kyle Williams helped the Patriots spread the ball around. New England’s offensive line protected Maye and limited Raiders star Maxx Crosby, though injuries to left tackle Will Campbell and running back TreVeyon Henderson raised concerns. The win offered an encouraging sign for the Patriots, but it is still early in the season to draw firm conclusions about their prospects.