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ArticleTre Tucker, Malik Benson as Raiders’ main return men is solid optionAugust 15, 2026

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Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. and Benson each field a kickoff and returned them for 22 and 21 yards, respectively.

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Rookie RB Washington Jr. got one kickoff return for 22 yards

The rookie running back fielded one kickoff and returned it for 22 yards in the Raiders' preseason opener against Arizona.

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Full go for this week with a projected 5-8 touches

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Washington made preseason plays but receiving isn't his strength; Laube preferred on third down.

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Washington Jr. lacks receiving skills; Laube may get third-down passing reps instead.

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Mike Washington could see snaps to manage Jeanty's workload in Week 1 against Miami.

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Washington Jr. offers flex upside against Dolphins' weak run defense in Week 1.

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Fourth-round rookie Washington impressed in preseason (168 yards, 23 carries); under-the-radar depth option.

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