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NFL·ANALYSIS·November 2, 2026 10:52 AM ET

Raiders pace NFL in 20-plus-yard tight end catches as Cowboys sit last

Buffalo ranks second with eight through seven games.

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What happened: Las Vegas leads the NFL with 10 receptions of 20 or more yards by tight ends through Week 8. Buffalo ranks second with eight explosive tight-end catches, while Dallas ranks last at No. 32 with zero.

Why it matters: The disparity highlights contrasting intermediate passing efficiency across the league ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Dallas slipped to 3-5 following a 33-30 loss to Arizona, remaining without a single explosive completion from the position.

By the numbers: The Raiders (4-4) and Bills (6-1) have combined for 18 receptions of 20-plus yards to tight ends, while the Cowboys (3-5) are the only team in the NFL without one.

What to watch: Dallas evaluates offensive adjustments ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline, while Las Vegas looks to sustain downfield production following a 38-33 victory over the New York Jets.

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