The Raiders’ season opener against the Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Sunday could not have gone better.

They worked out some kinks, overcame adversity and improved after halftime to win 20-13 on the road in coach Pete Carroll’s debut .

And they did that despite traveling three time zones east to play in sloppy weather outdoors. It was the kind of win Carroll had to love as he gets his tenure started.

Here’s a closer look at the victory:

Putting it into perspective

Carroll and quarterback Geno Smith had plenty of success together in Seattle. They picked up their partnership right where it left off Sunday.

Smith pushed the ball downfield even without much help from his running game. And the Raiders defense, despite entering the season with question marks, shut down the Patriots for l

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