The Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Miami Dolphins 27-13 on Sunday, powered by Ashton Jeanty’s 102-yard rushing performance and a three-quarter scoring surge that delivered a Week 1 home victory at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas opened the 2026 regular season with a 1-0 record by building a 17-6 halftime lead, then adding 10 more points in the third quarter to put the game out of reach. The Raiders scored in each of the first three periods, while their defense held Miami scoreless in both the first and fourth quarters. That steady formula gave the home side control in front of 62,541 fans in Las Vegas.
The Dolphins briefly found momentum after falling behind 7-0 in the first quarter. Miami scored six points in the second period and added its only touchdown in the third, but the Raiders matched the Dolphins’ third-quarter output with 10 points of their own. Miami entered the fourth quarter trailing 27-13 and could not generate the late scoring drive needed to make the finish competitive.
Key Performers
Ashton Jeanty set the pace for Las Vegas on the ground, carrying 23 times for 102 yards. His workload helped the Raiders maintain balance and control the flow of the game as they built their two-score advantage through three quarters. Jeanty was the game’s rushing leader and gave Las Vegas a dependable option throughout its opening-week win.
For Miami, Malik Willis finished 15/27 for 220 yards with one interception. Willis produced the game’s passing-yardage lead, but the turnover was an important obstacle for a Dolphins offense that needed to convert its yardage into more points. Miami was held without a fourth-quarter score, leaving its comeback effort unfinished.
Caleb Douglas was Willis’ most productive target, posting five receptions for 94 yards. Douglas accounted for a major share of Miami’s aerial production and helped create the Dolphins’ best offensive gains, particularly as they tried to answer Las Vegas’ third-quarter push.
NerdSports Stat: Las Vegas won every quarter in which it scored, taking the first three periods by a combined 27-13 margin before a scoreless fourth quarter.
The Raiders’ 27 points came in a balanced distribution: seven in the first quarter, 10 in the second and 10 in the third. Miami’s offense, meanwhile, was limited to six second-quarter points and seven third-quarter points. The result was not decided by an overtime finish or a final-possession field goal; Las Vegas established separation early and protected it over the final 15 minutes.
There were no fourth-quarter points from either side, a closing stretch that favored the team holding the lead. For the Raiders, the defensive finish ensured that Miami never turned the game into a one-possession contest after halftime. For the Dolphins, Week 1 exposed the importance of finishing drives and avoiding turnovers when facing an opponent that can lean on the run game.
Las Vegas will look to carry its 1-0 start into a home matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers on September 20, while Miami returns home at 0-1 to face the San Francisco 49ers the same day. Both teams have plenty to learn from the opener, but the Raiders begin the season with an early foothold in the AFC West race.
Frequently Asked Questions
Las Vegas Raiders defeated Miami Dolphins 27-13 on September 13, 2026.
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No. The Raiders won 27-13 in regulation.
Las Vegas Raiders is now 1-0; Miami Dolphins is 0-1.
The Raiders host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1:05 PM PDT.
