The Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers are locked in a tight battle at halftime of their Preseason Week 2 matchup, with the Raiders holding a slim 13–10 lead at Acrisure Stadium. Both teams have shown flashes of promise, with roster spots and depth chart battles on full display.
🏈 Halftime Recap
Scoring Summary
• 1st Quarter
• 49ers – Jake Moody 30-yard field goal (3–0)
• Raiders – Daniel Carlson 41-yard field goal (3–3)
• 2nd Quarter
• Raiders – Ashton Jeanty 1-yard TD run (Carlson XP) (10–3)
• 49ers – Jeff Wilson Jr. 1-yard TD run (Moody XP) (10–10)
• Raiders – Daniel Carlson late FG (13–10)
First-Half Takeaways
• Raiders leaned on rookie RB Ashton Jeanty, who showed strength at the goal line.
• 49ers answered with Jeff Wilson Jr., proving their ground game is ready even without starters.
• Defenses traded stops, and special teams have kept it close.
Second-Half Outlook
The second half should be all about roster evaluation:
• Raiders Offense: Expect more work for QB Aidan O’Connell, who will try to establish rhythm in the passing game.
• 49ers Offense: Coach Kyle Shanahan will likely rotate young receivers, giving WR Ronnie Bell and others a chance to shine.
• Defensive Battles:
• Raiders rookie Jack Sawyer looking to impress on the edge.
• 49ers safety Malik Mustapha trying to prove himself in coverage.
This is where preseason games get decided—by the second- and third-stringers fighting for roster spots.
💰 Betting & Live Odds View
• Pre-game line: 49ers -3.5 favorites
• Halftime score: Raiders 13 – 49ers 10
• Live outlook: Raiders holding slight underdog value. Preseason games often come down to turnovers and late QB play—expect a one-score finish.
👀 Key Players to Watch in 2nd Half
• Aidan O’Connell (Raiders QB) – competing for backup reps.
• Ronnie Bell (49ers WR) – battling in a crowded wide receiver room.
• Jack Sawyer (Raiders DE) – rookie looking for disruptive plays.
• Malik Mustapha (49ers S) – fighting for a roster role in the secondary.
📌 Bottom Line
At the break, the Raiders hold a narrow edge, but the 49ers remain well within striking distance. The second half will be less about the stars and more about which young talent can make a statement heading into the final week of preseason.
Stay tuned for the full postgame recap with final score, standout performances, and key takeaways.
