The Saints host the undefeated Raiders in a Week 3 home opener, aiming to move to 2-1 after beating Baltimore. NFL passing leader Tyler Shough is set to face Las Vegas' young secondary, while New Orleans' offensive line must protect him from pass rusher Maxx Crosby.
Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. Shough averages 331 passing yards per game; five players in the Raiders' secondary have one year or less of experience, but Las Vegas ranks 11th in pass defense, allowing 184 yards per game and one passing touchdown over two games. Tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. is injured, and Asim Richards, who replaced him against Baltimore, is set to resume the role. The preview expects New Orleans to double-team Crosby and use running back CJ Donaldson in pass protection.
The Saints have averaged 78 rushing yards per game through two games, with Shough second on the team. The Raiders have allowed 100.5 rushing yards per game, though the Chargers ran for 127 at four yards per carry. The article also says Travis Etienne is dealing with a hamstring injury.
