The Raiders feel like a good opening test for Maye and the Pats. Las Vegas had a middling pass defense last season, finishing 15th in passing yards allowed. But they did give up a lot of aerial touchdowns (29, tied for fifth-most in the NFL) and did not notch a ton of interceptions (10, tied for 22nd) or sacks (38, tied for 21st),
Rhamondre Stevenson, who experienced both challenge and success in his rookie season, expressed confidence in Josh McDaniels' return, stating, "I love Josh ... I'm very comfortable with him. He knows my strengths."