Raiders score first kickoff return touchdown of 2026 NFL season

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Raiders score first kickoff return touchdown of 2026 NFL season
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The Raiders recently scored the NFL's first kickoff return touchdown of the 2026 season when Dylan Laube returned a kickoff for 95 yards. This play occurred after the Jets briefly took the lead with a touchdown, bringing the score to 14-13 in favor of the Raiders in the second quarter. The Jets' previous score came from Geno Smith, who connected with Isaiah Williams for an 18-yard touchdown, part of an eight-play, 70-yard drive. The match continues as teams compete for a stronger position.

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  • •Dylan Laube's kickoff return gives Raiders a 14-13 lead.
  • •Jets scored earlier with a touchdown from Geno Smith to Isaiah Williams.
  • •The touchdown is the first kickoff return of the 2026 NFL season.
  • •Match is still underway with both teams active in the contest.
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  • 6:54 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders score NFL's first kickoff return touchdown of 2026
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The Jets moved back into the lead on a second quarter touchdown, but their edge over the Raiders did not last long.

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