What happened: The game went final at Las Vegas Raiders 35, New Orleans Saints 27. Daniel Carlson finished with 3 points against Matt Gay's 11.
Why it matters: Brock Purdy holding the best-quarterback label sets the standard for weekly evaluation at the position. That debate now sits against a decided final with special-teams scoring as the clear separator.
By the numbers: Matt Gay: 11 PTS (game-high); Daniel Carlson: 3 PTS. Final: Las Vegas Raiders 35, New Orleans Saints 27.
What to watch: Upcoming quarterback play and the next final will provide further separation.