Raiders evaluate scoring leaders for 2026 season amid preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2026 season looking to improve after finishing last in the league in points scored last year. During the preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals, the offense showed potential under new head coach Klint Kubiak, despite a 27-14 loss. Kirk Cousins led an efficient touchdown drive, but penalties hampered overall performance. The competition for scoring leader will likely focus on kicker Daniel Carlson, along with key offensive players Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers, who contributed significantly last season.
- •Raiders lost 27-14 to the Cardinals in preseason opener.
- •Kirk Cousins threw a touchdown pass to Michael Mayer.
- •Penalties hindered Raiders' ability to score in the second half.
- •Daniel Carlson led the team in scoring in 2025 with 87 points.
- •Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers are key candidates for scoring in 2026.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — The candidates who’ll lead the Raiders in scoring this season
"Expect running back Ashton Jeanty, tight end Brock Bowers, quarterback Kirk Cousins, kicker to put up majority of points
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