Page 13 - Sam Webb News Today

The 49ers lost their preseason opener to the Las Vegas Raiders, who preyed on Trey Lance for four sacks in the first half while Brock Purdy and seemingly every other starter sat out for the Niners.

We saw quite a bit in a messy preseason opener on Sunday.

Raiders defense has a lot to be proud of in their preseason opening win, including several sacks, pressures, interceptions, and stops.

Despite most of the Raiders' starters not playing, there was plenty to talk about — like rookie QB Aidan O'Connell's pro debut.

It was not a banner day for the No. 3 overall pick.

The Raiders drubbed the 49ers' backups in the preseason opener, but Kyle Shanahan appreciates the evaluation opportunities the game created.

After the win against the 49ers on Sunday, we lay out three huge overreactions for the Las Vegas Raiders 2023 season.

Efficient rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell, opportunistic defense highlight preseason opener for the Las Vegas Raiders in a 34-7 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday

Purple Rumor Mill: Duke Shelley Steam, Wilf + Kirk, Dalvin Delay -- Each weekend, VikingsTerritory addresses Vikings-related rumors.

The 49ers lost their preseason opener to the Las Vegas Raiders, who preyed on Trey Lance for four sacks in the first half while Brock Purdy and seemingly every other starter sat out for the Niners.