Raiders lead NFL in QB pressure rate after two weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders have established a dominant pass-rushing defense, leading the NFL with a 50 percent quarterback pressure rate through the first two weeks of the 2026 season. In their opening game, the Raiders defeated the Miami Dolphins 27-13, registering five sacks against quarterback Malik Willis. In Week 2, they maintained their pressure against the Los Angeles Chargers, sacking Justin Herbert three times in a 26-14 victory. The Raiders now prepare for a matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3.
- •Raiders register a QB pressure rate of 50 percent.
- •Las Vegas defeated Miami 27-13 in Week 1.
- •Raiders sacked Malik Willis five times in Week 1.
- •Las Vegas beat the Chargers 26-14 in Week 2.
- •Raiders will face the Saints in Week 3.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders lead NFL in QB pressure rate through two weeks
"The Raiders pace the league as the only team with a QB pressure rate of 50 percent or greater.
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