NFL picks, predictions for Week 3: Saints hand Raiders first loss, Vikings beat Bucs in road test

Ahead of Week 3, the Las Vegas Raiders and Minnesota Vikings are the NFL’s two most surprising 2-0 teams, both aiming for a 3-0 start against NFC South opponents. The Raiders lean on Kirk Cousins at quarterback, giving more time to No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza on the sideline. Las Vegas has also generated eight sacks. Minnesota, meanwhile, has navigated quarterback adjustments after Kyler Murray’s injury in Week 1, with Cousins supported by Carson Wentz. The Vikings host Tampa Bay in Week 3 following wins over Green Bay and Detroit. The column also includes matchup picks and records, with odds courtesy of FanDuel, covering games like Falcons-Packers, Chargers-Bills, Panthers-Browns, and Jets-Lions.