Maye Leads Patriots Past Raiders in Week 5 Matchup

The New England Patriots built a strong early advantage over the Las Vegas Raiders on October 11, 2026, as quarterback Drake Maye powered the offense with two first-half touchdown passes at Gillette Stadium. New England led 21-7 at halftime while seeking its second straight win, according to NBC Sports and Pats Pulpit. Maye completed 11 of 15 passes for 160 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions before halftime, according to NBC Sports.

The performance followed another strong outing as the Patriots improved their position in the Week 5 matchup. The Patriots opened the scoring after Maye connected with DeMario Douglas on a 35-yard touchdown during a five-play, 76-yard drive, according to Pats Pulpit. New England later extended the lead through Rhamondre Stevenson, who scored on a 5-yard rushing touchdown after an 11-play, 84-yard possession.

Las Vegas quarterback Kirk Cousins completed 10 of 15 passes for 123 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in the first half, according to NBC Sports. The Raiders moved the ball on several drives but failed to finish two possessions, including one that ended with a missed field goal.

The Patriots also dealt with injury concerns during the game. TreVeyon Henderson left with an ankle injury after recording 22 rushing yards on four carries, a 16-yard reception and a 12-yard lateral, while Will Campbell exited with a knee injury, according to Pats Pulpit. New England's offense adjusted after Henderson departed, with Corey Kinder entering as the third-string running back. Pats Pulpit reported Kinder later lost a fumble on his first carry after taking over the role.

The Patriots defense produced key stops despite challenges against Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. Pats Pulpit reported Bowers recorded a 24-yard reception on third down and a 13-yard touchdown catch during Las Vegas' scoring drive. By halftime, New England's defense had also generated pressure on Cousins, including a strip-sack by Elijah Ponder that was recovered by Las Vegas, according to Pats Pulpit. The Patriots entered the break with a 21-7 lead and continued into the second half with offensive momentum.