Jakobi Meyers’ 25-yard touchdown puts the Raiders ahead in Las Vegas

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Jakobi Meyers entered Sunday’s game in Las Vegas needing 96 yards to reach his first 1,000-yard receiving season.

His 25-yard touchdown reception from Aidan O’Connell early in the second quarter not only brought him within 10 yards of the milestone but also gave the Raiders a 10-3 lead over the Chargers.

Meyers was off to a strong start, posting six catches for 86 yards in the first half.

Las Vegas Raiders players celebrate after scoring a touchdown in the 2nd half

That TD was his fifth of the season, and his second since November 1.

His career highs previously were 83 catches in 2021 with the Patriots and 807 receiving yards last year, along with eight touchdowns.