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Raiders End Slide Behind Defense as Geno Smith’s Turnovers Sustain Doubt

Defense defined the result, not a conservative offense still mired in turnovers.

Overview

  • Las Vegas beat Tennessee 20-10 to snap a four-game skid, with the defense producing six sacks and three takeaways at Allegiant Stadium.
  • Geno Smith threw his 10th interception in six games and averaged just 2.9 air yards per attempt as the game plan leaned heavily on short throws and the run.
  • Red-zone execution and play-calling drew fresh criticism, including a failed target to guard Alex Cappa and sacks that were erased by penalties, masking stalled drives.
  • The offensive line struggled in protection and on the ground as Ashton Jeanty carried 23 times for 75 yards and the team averaged 2.1 yards per rush on 32 attempts.
  • Pete Carroll said Aidan O’Connell has resumed throwing in his rehab, with a potential return timeline aligning with the upcoming bye and a possible Week 9 availability.