Las Vegas Review-Journal reporters and editors have made their predictions for the Raiders' Week 8 road game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, with every staffer picking Las Vegas to win.
The consensus centers on the Raiders snapping a four-game losing streak against a struggling Jets team that allowed the previously winless Miami Dolphins to earn their first victory last week. Staffers cited New York's leaky run defense and tackling issues as key factors, noting that rookie running back Ashton Jeanty — who questioned the Jets' desire to tackle — could have his best game since the season opener.
Las Vegas enters the game 3-4 with a chance to reach .500, while the Raiders' offense looks to rediscover the balance it showed in a Week 1 win over the Dolphins. Wide receiver Jack Bech could return after missing the minimum four games on injured reserve, and rookie guard Trey Zuhn III may start as the team continues to search for the right offensive line combination.
Quarterback Kirk Cousins, the NFL's touchdown-pass leader at age 38, said he feels he can be sharper in the red zone and on third downs. Geno Smith, who struggled as the Raiders' quarterback in 2025, downplayed facing his former team while praising the Las Vegas defense. Coach Klint Kubiak and Cousins addressed the media ahead of the Sunday matchup.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
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