### ESPN Blog: Week 2 NFL Recap - Panthers Overwhelm Raiders in a Stunning Victory

 

**Final Score: Carolina Panthers 62, Las Vegas Raiders 12**

 

The Carolina Panthers delivered a staggering performance in Week 2, overwhelming the Las Vegas Raiders with a 62-12 victory. The game was a showcase of the Panthers' offensive might and defensive prowess, leaving the Raiders struggling to keep pace.

 

#### Offensive Showcase by Panthers

 

The Panthers' offense was on fire, with **B. Young** leading the charge in the air. Despite only completing 4 of 14 passes, Young threw for 139 yards and 2 touchdowns. His deep connection with **J. Jeudy** was particularly devastating, as Jeudy racked up 133 yards and 2 touchdowns on just 3 receptions, including an 85-yard stunner.

 

However, the real story was on the ground. **E. Mitchell** tore through the Raiders' defense, rushing for an astonishing 206 yards and 3 touchdowns, with his longest run being an 87-yard sprint to the end zone. This performance not only highlighted the Panthers' running game but also underscored their ability to dominate the line of scrimmage.

 

#### Raiders’ Offensive Struggles

 

For the Raiders, it was a day to forget. Quarterback **J. Garoppolo** was under siege throughout the game, throwing 5 interceptions against a relentless Panthers defense. While he managed to throw for 281 yards and a touchdown to **D. Adams**, it was not nearly enough to counter the Panthers' onslaught.

 

**J. Meyers** was a key receiver for the Raiders, pulling in 100 yards on 7 receptions, but the Panthers' defense made scoring opportunities scarce. The rushing game was stifled as well, with **J. Jacobs** only gaining 24 yards on 9 carries.

 

#### Panthers' Defensive Dominance

 

The Panthers' defense was a nightmare for the Raiders, with **V. Bell** and **D. Jackson** each snagging interceptions and **F. Luvu** and **S. Joseph-Day** contributing with sacks. The defense not only kept the Raiders' offense in check but also consistently set up their own offense with excellent field positions.

 

#### Special Teams and Kicking

 

In the kicking game, both teams had a relatively quiet day due to the dominance of the Panthers' offense. The Raiders' punter **A. Cole III** had an average outing, while **J. Hekker** of the Panthers only needed to punt once, thanks to the efficiency of their offense.

 

#### Conclusion

 

With this commanding victory, the Panthers have firmly established themselves as a powerhouse this season. Their balanced attack on offense and aggressive, play-making defense set them apart as a team to watch. The Raiders, meanwhile, will need to regroup and address the weaknesses exposed by this game as they look forward to the rest of the season.

 

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