"After what was such a hyped offseason, the Patriots were disappointing in their opening game against the Raiders, losing 20-13. While the offense was a central issue, another position looked weak for New England. With Christian Gonzalez out due to injury, Carlton Davis and company couldn't keep pace with the Raiders' pass catchers and allowed Geno Smith to throw for 362 yards, the fifth-highest total in his career."
"Those two totaled 200 yards, an impressive figure. Rookie Dont'e Thornton also got involved, catching two passes for 45 yards, including a game-sealing 3rd & 20 conversion. Tre Tucker caught a touchdown, too. Geno Smith and the Raiders had 9 completions of 20+ yards today against the Patriots. No other offense has had more than 5 such completions so far in Week 1.- Sheil Kapadia (@SheilKapadia) September 7, 2025"
The Patriots lost their opener to the Raiders 20-13, and the secondary was exposed with Christian Gonzalez unavailable. Carlton Davis, Marcus Jones, and backup corners struggled to contain the Raiders' pass catchers as Geno Smith threw for 362 yards, one of his highest totals. The run defense performed well, but cornerback play allowed nine completions of 20-plus yards and several explosive plays. Brock Bowers and other Raiders receivers produced significant yardage, while rookie Dont'e Thornton converted a game-sealing 3rd-and-20 and Tre Tucker scored a touchdown. The Patriots may pursue an experienced boundary corner such as Adoree' Jackson ahead of matchups with Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.
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