Patriots move into ESPN's top 10 following Week 5 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The New England Patriots secured a decisive win against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5, improving to 3-2 on the season. With back-to-back victories over the Raiders and Buffalo Bills, they climbed to ninth in ESPN's power rankings. Drake Maye threw for 374 yards and four touchdowns, leading a solid offensive performance. The Patriots' defense limited the Raiders to 17 points, marking a season low for Las Vegas. Next, the Patriots will face the New York Jets in Week 6.
- •Patriots improve to 3-2 this season after winning Week 5.
- •Drake Maye records four touchdown passes against the Raiders.
- •New England ranks ninth in ESPN's power rankings.
- •Defense holds Raiders to 17 points, a season low.
- •Next matchup is against the New York Jets in Week 6.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots climb back into top 10 of ESPN power rankings with Week 5 win
"The Patriots are once again being viewed as a contender after back-to-back wins over the Raiders and Bills.
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