Oakland Raiders: 3 Takeaways from Week 2 vs. Jets

The Oakland Raiders went to 2-0 to start the season for the first time since 2002. Here were three takeaways from their Week 2 victory over the Jets.

It was pretty much what everyone expected in the home opener for the Oakland Raiders. They hosted the New York Jets and walked way with a 25-point win, knocking the Jets out 45-20. The win gives the Raiders a 2-0 start to the season, which is just the first time they have done so since 2002.

There was a lot to like about how the Raiders handled themselves in this one. Free agent pickup wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson showed how dangerous he can be when he ripped off a 43-yard run for a touchdown. They also saw their defense get rolling with four sacks — two of which came from defensive end Mario Edwards, Jr. and one from 2016 Defensive Rookie of the Year Khalil Mack.

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Of course it was quarterback Derek Carr that led the way as usual. He threw three touchdowns with no interceptions and finished with 230 yards on 23-of-28 passing. He also stayed incredibly clean as he wasn’t sacked at all, despite the Jets having a good defensive line.

With their big win there were several things to be happy about for Oakland. Here are the three biggest takeaways from their second win.