The Seattle Seahawks visit the Las Vegas Raiders this Sunday, November 15, in Fernando Mendoza’s first NFL start. The No. 1 overall pick takes over after Las Vegas traded Kirk Cousins to Minnesota. Seattle has a quarterback change of its own, with Drew Lock expected to start again in place of Sam Darnold. Kickoff is at 4:05 p.m. ET at Allegiant Stadium.
The Raiders vs Seahawks prediction favours Seattle to win. Seahawks have held two of their last four opponents to three points, while Las Vegas turned the ball over five times after halftime against San Francisco last Sunday. The closer question is whether Seattle can win by a touchdown with Lock managing an oblique injury.
Fernando Mendoza’s First NFL Start Puts Brock Bowers in Focus
Fernando Mendoza’s first NFL start comes after one regular-season appearance. The rookie threw for 48 yards in relief against New England. On Sunday he’ll run the offence from the opening drive, giving Las Vegas its first look at how he handles a game plan built around him.
Tight end Brock Bowers caught seven passes for 111 yards and a touchdown against San Francisco. He gives Mendoza an established target over the middle. Getting Bowers involved on early downs could keep the Raiders out of long third downs, when Seattle can anticipate the pass and make life harder for a rookie quarterback.
Las Vegas put up 38 points against the Jets two weeks ago, then lost 38–17 to San Francisco after giving the ball away five times in the second half. Even a few drives that end in punts can help the Raiders if they force Seattle to start deep in its own territory. Giving Lock a short field would take some pressure off Seattle’s passing game.
Seahawks vs Raiders Recent Form and Head-to-Head
| Team | Season record | Last five | Points scored | Points allowed |
| Seattle Seahawks | 5–4 | 2–3 | 97 | 89 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 4–5 | 1–4 | 123 | 184 |
The Seattle defence has been the biggest difference between the teams over the last five games. Las Vegas scored more points in that stretch but allowed at least 33 in every game, including its 38–33 win over the Jets. Seattle gave up 34 against Chicago, then held Arizona to three the following week.
The Raiders won the last regular-season meeting 40–34 in overtime in November 2022. Sunday’s matchup turns on whether Las Vegas can protect the ball and whether Seattle can capitalise on favourable field position.
Injuries and Availability
The injury report could shift this game before kickoff. Here is where things stand as of Tuesday:
- Sam Darnold (SEA, QB): ruled out; Drew Lock is expected to start.
- Drew Lock (SEA, QB): managing an oblique injury; coach Mike Macdonald said the issue is manageable.
- Charles Cross, Rashid Shaheed and Leonard Williams (SEA): all missed Week 9 and are listed as TBD.
- Trey Zuhn III (LV, C): left Week 9 with a concussion and must clear protocol.
- Thomas Booker IV (LV, DT): ankle, listed as questionable.
Seattle can lean on Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who passed 1,000 receiving yards in Week 9. For Las Vegas, tight end Brock Bowers caught seven passes for 111 yards and a touchdown against San Francisco and remains Mendoza’s safest target.
Betting Odds and Key Markets
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Moneyline
Seattle enter as favourites on the strength of their recent defensive form, though expected starter Drew Lock is managing an oblique injury. Las Vegas have home-field advantage as rookie Fernando Mendoza makes his first NFL start.
- Las Vegas Raiders:15
- Seattle Seahawks:31
Point Spread
The Seattle -6.5 spread requires the Seahawks to win by at least seven. They cleared that margin in their last two wins, beating Kansas City by 17 and Arizona by 14. Both opponents scored just three points. If Las Vegas can sustain drives and finish them with touchdowns, Seattle will need more from its offence to cover.
- Raiders:86
- Seahawks:88
Total Points (Over/Under)
The 40.5-point total reflects a matchup in which Seattle has held two of its last four opponents to three points, while Las Vegas showed it can put up points in a 38–33 win over the Jets. Turnovers could swing the total by giving either offence a short field.
- Over 40.5:86
- 5: 1.88
Game Details: Time, Venue and How to Watch
The game kicks off on Sunday, November 15, at 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT) at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and will be broadcast on CBS. It is Week 10 of the regular season, and both clubs have a long road ahead: Seattle has a bye in Week 11, while the Raiders travel to Denver on November 22.
Final Pick for Seahawks vs Raiders and Best Bet
Seattle has the better roster, the stronger defensive profile and a backup quarterback who has been steady in relief of Darnold. Las Vegas is hurt by turnovers and the uncertainty of starting a rookie for the first time. Our pick is the Seattle Seahawks to win, with the Under as a secondary angle if the total opens high.
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