The Las Vegas Raiders turned the ball over five times and lost 38-17 to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The loss drops the Raiders to 4-5 on the season, while the 49ers improve to 7-1.
Key Takeaways
- Final: 49ers 38, Raiders 17. San Francisco led 21-10 at halftime.
- Turnovers: Kirk Cousins threw three interceptions, and the Raiders lost two fumbles. All five takeaways came in the second half.
- Record-tying defense trend: The Raiders have now allowed 30 or more points in six straight games, which ties an NFL record.
- Next up: The Raiders come home to host the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday at Allegiant Stadium.
How it got away
The 49ers took control before halftime and then piled on after the break. Jaden Dugger returned a Cousins interception 35 yards for a touchdown, and Renardo Green picked off another pass in the end zone in the fourth quarter. Linebacker Fred Warner forced a fumble by tight end Brock Bowers, and Michael Mayer lost a fumble near the goal line, wiping out more scoring chances.
San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy went 17-of-25 for 232 yards and had three total touchdowns: two through the air and a 1-yard run. Christian McCaffrey scored both receiving and rushing touchdowns, and Jordan Watkins caught a 37-yard touchdown pass. The Raiders’ defense did get one takeaway, a Treydan Stukes interception of Purdy.
For Las Vegas, Cousins threw for 216 yards, scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak and found Bowers for a touchdown. Matt Gay added a long field goal.
Injuries to watch
Raiders offensive lineman Trey Zuhn left with a concussion. On the 49ers side, defensive tackle Gracen Halton was carted off with a leg injury and cornerback Renardo Green was hurt (back).
What it means for locals and visitors
At 4-5, the Raiders are back home next Sunday against Seattle, so expect game-day traffic around Allegiant Stadium, the I-15 and Tropicana Avenue area and the south Strip. If you are heading to the game, plan rides and parking early. Visitors in town for the weekend can expect busy Strip sports books and bars on game day.
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