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Raiders open season with 27-13 victory over Dolphins under Kubiak

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:08 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Raiders open season with 27-13 victory over Dolphins under Kubiak

Summary

The Las Vegas Raiders secured a 27-13 win against the Miami Dolphins in their 2026 season opener on September 14. Under new head coach Klint Kubiak, the Raiders showed improvement on both offense and defense. Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for three touchdowns and two interceptions, while running back Ashton Jeanty contributed significantly with 102 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Despite the victory, some fans remain cautious, recalling last year's positive opener that was followed by a disappointing season. Jeanty emphasized a shift in mindset, focusing on building a new culture. The Raiders will look to build on this momentum as they continue the season.

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By the Numbers

•Raiders win their season opener 27-13 against Dolphins.
•Kirk Cousins throws for three touchdowns and two interceptions.
•Ashton Jeanty rushes for 102 yards and two touchdowns.
•Kubiak's new coaching strategy shows immediate impact.
•Team looks to establish a new culture following last year's struggles.

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5:08 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders Week 1 Overreactions: This won't be like 2025's shocking win over Patriots

What they're saying

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The Las Vegas Raiders looked much improved during their 2026 season opener. Las Vegas dominated Miami 27-13 to win their first game under head coach Klint Kubiak. The Raiders delivered a great performance on both sides of the ball, and they didn’t even have Brock Bowers in Week 1. Raiders fans might be wary of getting too excited after just one […] The post Raiders Week 1 Overreactions: This won't be like 2025's shocking win over Patriots appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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