The 34-year-old led the Vegas offense to the aforementioned 20 points amid heavy rain at Gillette Stadium, finishing the contest 24-of-34 passing for 362 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. The performance seemed to impress former Patriots signal caller Tom Brady, albeit with a twist.

Smith did not blink. And that mentality is exactly what the Raiders need from the most important position in team sports if they want to make some noise this season.

Raiders head coach Pete Carroll stamps out claims that Geno Smith's strong performance in New England was a 'breakout game' for him. We take a look.

Geno Smith passed for 362 yards as he and Pete Carroll won their debut in Las Vegas as the Raiders beat the Patriots 20-13.

Week 1 of the NFL season brings plenty of familiar faces in new places and new faces in familiar places.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith completes a 24-yard pass to wide receiver Jakobi Meyers. Indianapolis Colts kicker Spencer Shrader's 24-yard field goal attempt is good. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers dots wide receiver DK Metcalf for 23-yard catch and run down sideline.

The New England Patriots faltered in their season-opening loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, showing there's still a lot of work to be done in the rebuild.