Raiders' Defensive Dominance Shines in 20-10 Win Over Titans (Oct 12, 2025)
In a defensive showdown, the Las Vegas Raiders emerged victorious over the Tennessee Titans, securing a 20-10 win on Sunday. The Raiders' stellar performance, led by the formidable Devin White, showcased their resilience and determination to break a four-game losing streak. The Titans, on the other hand, faced a setback, missing a chance to secure consecutive wins for the first time since November 2022.
Despite a modest offensive output, the Raiders' defense was the star of the show. Geno Smith, the quarterback, managed 174 yards and a touchdown, while the Raiders' defense stifled the Titans, allowing only 451 total yards. The game's first half set the tone, with the Raiders dominating and shutting out the Titans, a feat not achieved by Las Vegas in a half since December 29, 2022.
The defensive battle was intense, with both teams combining for a mere 2.39 yards per play in the first half, the lowest since 2011. The Titans' struggles were further exacerbated by the loss of wide receiver Calvin Ridley to a hamstring injury, a stark contrast to his impressive performance the previous week.
Devin White, reminiscent of his earlier days with Tampa Bay, led the Raiders' defense with nine tackles, a sack, an interception, and a forced fumble. The Raiders' relentless pressure on Cam Ward, the Titans' rookie quarterback, resulted in five sacks, including two by Maxx Crosby, who extended his streak of tackles for loss to nine games, the longest in Raiders history since 2008. Jonah Laulu and Jeffery Simmons also contributed to the defensive success.
The Las Vegas Aces, the WNBA champions, were honored before the game, lighting the Al Davis memorial torch, a tribute to the team's owner, Mark Davis. The Raiders' victory marked coach Pete Carroll's 171st win, tying him with Bill Parcells for 17th place.
Injury updates: The Titans' K Joey Slye (calf) and OLB Femi Oladejo (calf) were sidelined, while the Raiders' TE Brock Bowers (knee) and RB Dylan Laube (hamstring) also missed the game. The Raiders' P AJ Cole (ankle) returned after a previous injury.
The Raiders' next challenge awaits as they travel to face the Kansas City Chiefs, while the Titans host the New England Patriots. The stage is set for another thrilling NFL showdown.
