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NegativeUsageOct 28, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played 72 percent of the snaps (up from 58 percent the prior week) but continued to struggle as a rusher with just 15 yards on eight carries, averaging less than three yards per carry in five games this season. However, he posted a season-high eight catches for 61 yards, tying for the league high among running backs, indicating his value is increasingly tied to receiving production rather than rushing.NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Former first-round draft pick (#6 overall) is underperforming relative to draft pedigree and being used ineffectively; averaging 2.9 yards per carry on the season but just 1.9 in this game against the Rams. The source compares him unfavorably to Jalen Richard, suggesting he is not the generational talent he was billed as. However, Jeanty has proved effective as a pass catcher, recording a season-high eight receptions on eight targets (including a 22-yard sideline catch and 15-yard TD), indicating he is better suited to a complementary pass-catching role rather than a featured runner.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Jeanty added eight carries for 15 yards while also contributing eight receptions for 61 yards and a touchdown, including a well-designed 15-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter that briefly sparked a Raiders comeback attempt.PositiveProjectionOct 26, 2026
Ashton Jeanty scored his eighth career touchdown pass, the most by any running back in the NFL since the start of last season and the most receiving touchdowns by a running back in their first two seasons in Raiders franchise history. He added eight catches for 61 yards, demonstrating strong pass-game involvement despite the team's offensive struggles.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Starter Ashton Jeanty's rushing troubles extended in Week 7, managing only 15 yards on eight carries (1.9 yards per carry) in the Raiders' 35-21 home loss to the Rams. This continues a pattern of poor ground performance for the Raiders' lead back.NegativeUsageOct 24, 2026
Running back whose quick decision-making and improved execution are integral to the Raiders' struggling run game (third-worst in NFL with 475 yards rushing). The source emphasizes that improved execution by the front five and quick decision-making by Jeanty and Mike Washington Jr. are necessary if Las Vegas intends to topple Los Angeles, facing a Rams run defense that allows seventh-most rushing yards (762).NegativeBustOct 24, 2026
Jeanty's performance is concerning relative to draft expectations. While defenses play him differently (41.8% of carries against heavy box vs. Washington's 20.6%), Ojomo's patience is wearing thin. Jeanty has 34 carries vs. Mike Washington Jr.'s 98, and while 78.9% of his yards come after contact (vs. Washington's 66.1%), he lacks the ability to consistently create from nothing—a critical gap when drafted in the same range as Saquon Barkley and Bijan Robinson. Ojomo positioned Jeanty a tier below elite backs (worthy of first-round pick but outside top 10) and would support trading him at the deadline or offseason for a second-rounder unless performance improves.PositiveMatchupOct 23, 2026
Jeanty has paced the Raiders running backs with 98 carries for 313 yards and one touchdown. The source identifies the ground game as integral to the Raiders' offensive success against the Rams despite Las Vegas ranking 30th in rushing production, noting that the Rams' defense has given up 762 rushing yards (seventh-most) and a 4.4 yards per carry average. The source advises testing the Rams' interior defensive line with gap- and power-run concepts, positioning Jeanty as a key component of this strategy against a leaky defense weakened by injuries.NegativeRoleOct 23, 2026
Starting tailback for the Raiders; the team is relying on him to kickstart their lacking running game against the Rams.PositiveMatchupOct 23, 2026
Jeanty is expected to look like a top-10 pick on Sunday against the Rams, who may have the worst defensive line in football with multiple starters out.PositiveInjuryOct 22, 2026
Lead back and primary RB for the Raiders; despite battling injuries this season, Jeanty was not listed on Wednesday's injury report and appears to be a full go heading into Week 7 against the Rams. His health status is secure barring a significant change in the coming days.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played 58 percent of snaps Sunday, well below his season average, despite proclaiming himself healthy. Jeanty continued to struggle on the ground with 10 carries for 22 yards, and his drop issues in the passing game persisted. Overall impact continues to be lacking.PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders second-year running back Ashton Jeanty has demonstrated strong touchdown production early in his career; he has 13 touchdowns in 23 games, including his first rushing score of the season (one-yard TD run vs. Buffalo Bills) and 6 career rushing touchdowns. As the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 draft, Jeanty tied Bo Jackson for the most scrimmage touchdowns by a Raiders player in their first 23 career games, indicating an impressive early scoring pace.NegativeInjuryOct 20, 2026
Jeanty is presumably unavailable or injured; Mike Washington Jr. proved he should be the number one back 'from now until Ashton Jeanty is 100%,' indicating Jeanty's status is a factor in the Raiders' backfield hierarchy.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Jeanty's goal-line efficiency was compromised by blocking breakdowns in Week 6 against Buffalo. Right guard Caleb Rogers whiffed on a block that resulted in Jeanty being stopped for a 3-yard loss at the goal line in the fourth quarter, exemplifying the Raiders' broader run-blocking issues that have plagued the offense despite the addition of Tyler Linderbaum.NegativeProjectionOct 19, 2026
Jeanty, the No. 6 overall pick, is underperforming draft expectations and hasn't shown the caliber to overcome offensive line issues. He ranks 25th in rushing yards over expected (RYOE) with negative 15.2 per Muffed.ai and is tied for 26th in missed tackles forced with nine per PFF, recording zero MTF in Week 6. He also dropped his fifth pass of the season and second in two weeks, prompting consideration to increase workloads for Mike Washington Jr. and Dylan Laube.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Jeanty struggled as the Raiders' starter against Buffalo with just 22 yards on 10 carries, highlighting inconsistency in Las Vegas' ground game; rookie Mike Washington outperformed him with 43 yards on nine carries including two 10-plus-yard runs after limited involvement the prior week.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Ashton Jeanty, the Raiders' starter, struggled in Week 6 with just 22 yards on 10 carries; the run game remains uneven and inconsistent despite some second-half success.NegativeUsageOct 16, 2026
Running back averaging 3.0 yards per carry as a team; 240 of Jeanty's 291 rushing yards (82.5%) have come after contact, indicating heavy reliance on contact-dependent performance and suggesting offensive line struggles are limiting his efficiency.PositiveInjuryOct 16, 2026
After dealing with ankle and foot injuries, running back Ashton Jeanty is feeling great heading into Week 6; cleared and ready for action against the Buffalo Bills.NegativeBustOct 15, 2026
Raiders starting RB Ashton Jeanty's rushing efficiency has deteriorated into his second season; his career 3.58 yards per carry is the lowest for any 1st-round RB in their first 22 games since 2015, worse than 2015 1st-rounder Melvin Gordon's 3.52 YPC. The source notes this is a discouraging stat and raises questions about whether blocking or Jeanty's health is the root cause of the Raiders' league-worst ground game (2.99 YPC team average through five games).NegativeBustOct 14, 2026
Injured RB averaging 3.3 YPC on 88 carries for 291 yards this season; source argues his poor production 'can't continue to hold the team back.' Despite 215 receiving yards and two TDs on 22 catches, Jeanty's profile suggests a third-down/complementary role rather than lead-back usage, making him a drag on Raiders' offensive efficiency.PositiveInjuryOct 14, 2026
Starting RB dealing with ankle and foot injuries will play Week 6 against Buffalo. Head coach Klint Kubiak shut down rest speculation, stating 'He's playing' and that Jeanty is 'starting to feel a lot of better.' Kubiak confirmed Jeanty will practice fully this week. Jeanty was a game-day decision last week at New England after missing practice time with a foot injury and suffering an ankle injury in training camp, but has not missed any playing time this season.PositiveInjuryOct 14, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played a season-low 53% of snaps at New England while managing foot and ankle injuries. He rushed for just 27 yards on 10 carries and continued to struggle as a receiver with ball security issues. His Week 1 form remains the target for recovery.NegativeUsageOct 13, 2026
Injured running back continued as workhorse despite poor efficiency and availability of superior backup; averaging 3.4 yards per carry compared to Mike Washington Jr.'s 5.0 YPC this season, yet remained the primary option while Washington was benched until the team was down 28 points in the third quarter. The source characterizes this as a coaching failure: 'Continuing to trot out an injured Ashton Jeanty and making him the workhorse was stupid.'NegativeInjuryOct 13, 2026
Playing across the country with a less-than-100-percent Ashton Jeanty certainly didn't help Las Vegas in Week 5 blowout loss to New England; injury status impacted Raiders' offensive performance.PositiveUsageOct 12, 2026
Added 50 yards on 3 catches including a 31-yard catch-and-run that marked the Raiders' longest play of the day; showcased receiving upside in limited role.NegativeInjuryOct 11, 2026
Jeanty played through a hamstring injury in Week 5 against the Patriots despite being beat up; head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed the injury hampered his performance, noting it was a testament to Jeanty's toughness that he played. Jeanty stated his threshold for playing: 'Unless I can't run, jump, I'm playing.' This injury context is relevant for fantasy managers assessing his workload and production going forward, particularly in a blowout loss where the Raiders abandoned the run early.NegativeUsageOct 11, 2026
Starting RB played through ankle and foot injuries but made minimal impact with 27 yards on 10 carries in a 45-17 loss to New England; the Raiders' run game ranks worst in the NFL with 38 rushing yards on 18 attempts, and backup Mike Washington received only one carry despite Jeanty's injury status.NegativeInjuryOct 11, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders' No. 6 overall pick starting RB Ashton Jeanty is active for Sunday's game at New England despite a plantar fasciitis flare-up that limited him Friday. Jeanty injured his foot in practice Thursday, did not practice Friday, and was initially listed as questionable by coach Klint Kubiak; however, he worked out prior to the game and the Raiders deemed him healthy enough to play. The injury is a recurrence of a previous foot issue, though he had been practicing fully with an ankle concern earlier in the week.NegativeInjuryOct 11, 2026
Questionable for Sunday's matchup against New England after dealing with a foot injury late in the week; however, Ian Rapoport reported that Jeanty is hopeful to play on Sunday, suggesting a potential return despite the injury concern.NegativeInjuryOct 10, 2026
Starting running back listed as questionable for Week 5 against New England Patriots; hasn't looked completely healthy and did not practice Friday before team traveled to New England. Will travel with team and attempt to play, but status uncertain heading into matchup.NegativeInjuryOct 10, 2026
Jeanty is experiencing foot and ankle injuries that may be tied to tackle type; when defenders load the box and create unblocked defenders (typically linebackers or safeties rather than defensive linemen), smaller but more athletic defenders can twist or turn him during tackles, potentially causing more injury risk than brute-force tackles from larger defenders.NegativeInjuryOct 9, 2026
Raiders' starting RB suffered a foot injury in practice Thursday and did not practice Friday ahead of Sunday's game at New England; was already managing an ankle issue but the new foot injury has him listed as questionable to play Sunday by coach Klint Kubiak, creating uncertainty around his availability and fantasy relevance for the week.NegativeUsageOct 9, 2026
The Raiders run into the highest percentage of stacked boxes in the league; consequently, Jeanty has been hit in the backfield at an alarming rate, disrupting the run game's effectiveness and limiting his ability to find running lanes.NegativeInjuryOct 9, 2026
Jeanty downgraded from full to limited practice designation on Thursday due to a foot injury, separate from his lingering summer ankle injury. He has not been fully healthy since the summer injury and it is showing on the field; the source suggests it might be time to rest him to allow the ankle to fully heal before the playoff push at year's end.NegativeUsageOct 8, 2026
Starting tailback for the Raiders; against the Chiefs in Week 5, Jeanty led the team with 15 carries for 58 yards (3.9 yards per carry average) and a long run of 19 yards. This performance occurred within a broader Raiders rushing attack that managed only 72 yards on 26 carries total, highlighting both Jeanty's role as the primary back and the team's overall ground-game struggles despite Kubiak's run-heavy scheme (119 rushing attempts rank fifth in the NFL).NegativeInjuryOct 7, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played a season-low 66% of snaps in Week 4 against Kansas City and appeared bothered by his ankles; despite finishing fairly strong after a slow start, he recorded 58 yards on 15 carries and 6 catches for 68 yards (his highest receiving output). Concerning: Jeanty is leading the NFL with 10 runs for negative yardage, indicating efficiency issues in the ground game.NegativeInjuryOct 6, 2026
Jeanty's durability is a concern despite his heart and commitment. He has been playing hindered since the end of kickoff weekend against the Dolphins with ailments that are becoming more pronounced as teams tailor schemes to sellout for the run. His smooth sharp cuts are labored and gradual, he's not forcing missed tackles, and most notably absent is any burst through the hole. His preventative treatments wear off during games and aren't maintaining their effect for 60 minutes of football, even when replenished at halftime or in-game.NegativeUsageOct 5, 2026
Raiders running back led the team's ground attack with 58 yards on 15 carries in a 30-27 loss to Kansas City, but the entire Raiders run game managed only 72 yards on 26 carries (2.8 yards per carry), indicating severe offensive line and scheme struggles that limited Jeanty's efficiency despite leading the backfield.NegativeInjuryOct 5, 2026
Ashton Jeanty appears to still be dealing with ankle issues; he had 58 yards on 19 carries (3.05 yards per carry) but added 68 yards on six catches. The Raiders' running attack has suffered since Week 1, with the team managing only 72 rushing yards total in Week 4, and Kubiak emphasized that figuring out the ground game is vital.NegativeInjuryOct 5, 2026
Ashton Jeanty continues to deal with ankle issues; produced 58 rushing yards on 19 carries and 68 receiving yards on six catches in Week 4 loss to Kansas City. The Raiders' run game has struggled since Week 1, finishing with just 72 total rushing yards.NegativeMatchupOct 3, 2026
Raiders RB facing a Chiefs defense led by DT Chris Jones (6-foot-6, 310 lbs, still a game-wrecker at 32) and edge rushers George Karlaftis and R. Mason Thomas; the source notes that Las Vegas must win the battle at the line of scrimmage to open lanes for Jeanty and speedy rookie Mike Washington Jr., as Spagnuolo's defense has the personnel to run circles around Kubiak's offense if the Raiders don't dominate the LOS.PositiveUsageOct 3, 2026
Jeanty has caught 13 of 16 passes for 97 yards and 2 TDs through three games, making him 2-1 as a receiver despite three drops against the Chargers. The source notes he faced the second-highest percentage of stacked boxes (38.1%) among qualified running backs, with weekly rates of 34.8% (MIA), 47.6% (LAC), and 31.6% (NO), compared to Washington's 14.3%, 33.3%, and 20.0% respectively. The source believes Jeanty re-injured his ankle in New Orleans and lacked agility for cuts, which is being misconstrued as bad vision; if the lead back isn't 100%, Washington has earned more carries, but the source expects Washington's efficiency to decrease with more touches and attention.NegativeUsageOct 3, 2026
Jeanty's performance has been inconsistent through three games. The source rates his performance against the Dolphins as one of the best games of his young career, but notes the offensive line let him down in Los Angeles, and he struggled in Week 3 against the Saints. The source characterizes his season record as 1-1-1 when it comes to running the ball. A Raider fan raised concerns that Jeanty is not waiting to set up his blocks on inside and outside zone runs; instead, he's rushing to the line and dancing behind it—a pattern he was supposed to correct during training camp. The source acknowledges debate about touch distribution between Jeanty and backup Mike Washington Jr., suggesting Washington may be better at patience and block setup.NegativeInjuryOct 2, 2026
Jeanty appears to have reaggravated the ankle injury he suffered at the end of training camp during Week 3 vs New Orleans; he was not listed on the Week 3 injury report but received mid-game ankle retaping per CBS broadcast, then appeared on Wednesday's Week 4 injury report with an ankle injury. He was at least a full participant in practice, but the reaggravation adds uncertainty heading into the Week 4 matchup vs Kansas City.NegativeProjectionOct 2, 2026
Week 1's 102-yard, 23-carry performance (4.4 ypc) against Miami now appears a fluke rather than evidence of improved Raiders rushing attack; subsequent weeks show significant struggles: 24 combined rushes with Washington for 54 yards (2.3 ypc) vs LAC, then 56 yards on 19 carries (2.9 ypc) vs NO. Jeanty faces stacked boxes at higher rates than rookie Washington (34.8% vs MIA, 47.6% vs LAC, 31.6% vs NO compared to Washington's 14.3%, 33.3%, 20.0%), suggesting defensive game-planning targets the 2025 first-round pick and limits his efficiency.NegativeUsageSep 30, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played a season-high 84 percent of offensive snaps in Week 3 but failed to produce for the second straight game, recording 56 rushing yards on 19 carries (2.9 yards per carry) and three catches for 37 yards. Jeanty is averaging 3.3 yards per carry this season after a strong Week 1, with the source attributing the decline to poor run blocking in the past two weeks that needs to improve.NegativeUsageSep 29, 2026
Ashton Jeanty recorded 32.7 fantasy points in Week 1 but has been inconsistent since, averaging fewer than 3 yards per carry and 11.3 fantasy points in the past two games. Pro Football Focus data shows he had 54 yards after contact for just 48 rushing yards against the Chargers (offensive line issue) but only 35 yards after contact for 56 rushing yards the following week (running back execution issue). The broadcast noted Jeanty had to get his ankle re-taped in New Orleans, suggesting he may have reaggravated the sprained ankle from training camp, which could explain his lost explosiveness and lateral movement skills.NegativeInjurySep 28, 2026
Raiders starting running back Ashton Jeanty carried the ball 19 times for 56 yards and a paltry 2.9 yards per carry average. The source questions whether his ankle is 100 percent, raising injury concerns about the starting back's health status.NegativeProjectionSep 28, 2026
Saints RB Ashton Jeanty, the starting running back, had 56 yards on 19 carries (2.9 yards per carry) and 3 catches for 37 yards in Week 3. The source notes that "after a big Week 1, Jeanty hasn't made a huge impact," indicating declining production and efficiency concerns.PositiveMatchupSep 26, 2026
Week 2 against the Chargers was a tough matchup for Jeanty, similar to last year's struggles, because Los Angeles has several strong defensive tackles. However, the Saints don't have as good defensive tackles as the Chargers, so Jeanty should have more success in Week 3.NegativeUsageSep 25, 2026
Ashton Jeanty has had two very different performances this season. In Week 1, the offensive line paved plenty of rushing lanes for him to pick up 102 rushing yards (4.4 ypc), with 79 of them coming after contact, per PFF. However, Las Vegas' offensive line had much more trouble with Los Angeles' front seven, limiting the running back to 48 rushing yards (2.3 ypc), while he accounted for 54 yards after contact. The passing game followed a similar trend: the 2025 sixth overall pick had six catches for 45 yards and two touchdowns against Miami but was plagued with three drops last week, limiting him to just 15 receiving yards on four catches. However, he has been consistent (and much improved from a year ago) in pass protection, with no pressures allowed in two games, though he has had only seven snaps in pass protection so far.NegativeUsageSep 25, 2026
Raiders RB showed inconsistency through two weeks: 147 yards from scrimmage in Week 1 but struggled in Week 2 with just 2.3 rushing yards per carry and three drops in the passing game. The source notes that Jeanty and the Raiders' offensive line must improve to get the ground game going heading into Week 3 against New Orleans.PositiveUsageSep 24, 2026
The source identifies Ashton Jeanty as one of two great backs for the Raiders and projects heavy usage in the game plan against the Saints. The offensive strategy emphasizes running backs and dominant running games, with formations featuring 12 personnel to be called early and often to control the clock and set up play-action passing. Jeanty is positioned as a key component of the Raiders' attack against a Saints defense that has been gashed by running backs in both previous contests.NegativeUsageSep 23, 2026
In Week 1 vs. the Dolphins, Jeanty got a seven-yard run on third-and-three out of a formation that the Raiders would later use for Cody White's touchdown against the Chargers. The formation featured Michael Mayer in motion and Ian Thomas pulling to lead-block for Jeanty. This establishes Jeanty's role in the Raiders' run game from a specific formation that has been used since preseason.NegativeUsageSep 23, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played 81% of offensive snaps in Week 2 but underperformed; he compiled 147 yards from scrimmage, averaged 2.3 yards rushing (hampered by poor offensive line run blocking), and had three drops in the passing game.PositiveUsageSep 22, 2026
Second-year RB carrying the primary workload in the Raiders offense; fourth-round pick Mike Washington Jr. is receiving limited work behind him, establishing Jeanty as the lead back in Klint Kubiak's system.NegativeUsageSep 21, 2026
While his lack of ground success (2.3 ypc) can be excused due to poor offensive line performance and consistently facing defenders in the backfield, three drops in the passing game cannot be overlooked. Two of the drops came on third downs and the other on second-and-nine during a two-minute drill right before halftime that would have given the Raiders a first down and put them in position for a touchdown. Las Vegas managed to get a field goal after the latter, but it took kicker Matt Gay hitting a career-long 59-yarder; the running back left meat on the bone in Los Angeles.NegativeUsageSep 21, 2026
Raiders running back was bottled up by Chargers defense, producing just 48 yards on 21 carries (2.3 yards per carry average). Game resembled a Brennan Carroll-coached ground game rather than the Raiders' Week 1 performance against Miami. Jeanty also hauled in four passes for 15 yards but had a case of butterfingers, dropping would-be first downs. Limited production and drops suggest Chargers' defensive scheme effectively neutralized the running back.NegativeBustSep 21, 2026
Ashton Jeanty struggled significantly in Week 2 after a strong Week 1 with 147 combined scrimmage yards. He managed just 48 yards on 21 carries and four catches for 15 yards, adding three drops. The Raiders' offensive line also struggled in run protection, limiting his effectiveness.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
Ashton Jeanty received four straight runs on a goal-line set in the first quarter but bobbled a direct snap at the 1-yard line and was stopped, resulting in a turnover on downs. Earlier, Jeanty dropped a first down, forcing the Raiders to punt. The volume and red-zone opportunity are present, but execution and ball security have been issues in this game.PositiveRoleSep 19, 2026
Jeanty scored a 13-yard touchdown pass in Week 1 on a play-action call where fullback Connor Heyward's cut block on a linebacker left Jeanty wide open in the end zone. The source identifies this as 'the best play call of Week 1' and highlights Jeanty's role in Kubiak's offensive scheme as a featured target in the passing game, particularly in red-zone situations where play-action and fullback blocking create explosive opportunities.PositiveRoleSep 19, 2026
Kubiak found creative ways to get Jeanty the ball in Week 1, which was especially important with Brock Bowers out and the Raiders' wide receiver group lacking depth; the source was impressed with Kubiak's play-calling and 21 personnel packages despite missing the team's best tight end.PositiveUsageSep 18, 2026
Jeanty scored a second-quarter touchdown in 21 personnel grouping with Laube also in the backfield; Kubiak created a one-on-one matchup for Jeanty against Chris Johnson. The source notes Jeanty was even lined up at fullback at times, demonstrating creative offensive deployment and multiple-back usage patterns designed to keep defenses off guard.PositiveUsageSep 18, 2026
Jeanty ran 23 times for 102 yards, averaging 4.4 yards per carry in Week 1 under new offensive line coach Rick Dennison; the source credits the Raiders' zone blocking scheme and improved offensive line performance—particularly guards Spencer Burford and Jackson Powers-Johnson opening large holes and cutback lanes—as enabling strong per-carry efficiency for the rookie running back.PositiveUsageSep 18, 2026
The second-year running back dominated Week 1 with 29 touches (23 carries, 6 catches) on 68 Raiders offensive plays, accounting for 147 of the team's 290 scrimmage yards and wearing down Miami late in the game. The source suggests coach Klint Kubiak will look to repeat this formula against the Chargers.NegativeMatchupSep 18, 2026
Jeanty is identified as a key Week 2 matchup to monitor against the Chargers, specifically in a battle against Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley.PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
The running back scored two 13-yard touchdown receptions from Kirk Cousins in Week 1, both set up by Dylan Laube's special teams returns: one after Laube's 45-yard kick return in the second quarter (17-3 Raiders) and another after Laube's 50-yard return in the second half.PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
Jeanty became the focal point of Klint Kubiak's offense in Week 1 with 23 carries for 102 yards (4.4 ypc) and six catches for 45 receiving yards and two scores, making him the Raiders' top receiver. Kubiak deployed him in multiple alignments—split wide, fullback, tight end—similar to his usage of Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Seattle, and with Brock Bowers' status uncertain, expect this expanded role to continue into Week 2.PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
Ashton Jeanty, the No. 6 overall pick from the 2025 draft, touched the ball 29 times (23 carries and 6 catches) in Week 1, accumulating 147 total yards (102 rushing, 45 receiving) on 68 Raiders offensive plays. Jeanty accounted for 50.7% of his team's scrimmage yards in Week 1, the second-highest rate in the NFL behind only Bijan Robinson (65.8%). Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated before the season that Jeanty would have a heavy workload, and the Week 1 usage confirms this plan is being executed immediately.PositiveUsageSep 16, 2026
Rookie RB dominated Week 1 with 23 carries for 102 yards and led the team in receiving with 6 receptions for 67 yards, including 2 TD passes; one was a beautifully run option route that faked out the middle linebacker into the end zone, the other a play-action touch pass where he beat Jordyn Brooks to the end zone.PositiveUsageSep 16, 2026
The No. 6 overall draft pick played 73% of snaps in Week 1, averaging 77% play time as a rookie. He had 29 touches on 68 offensive plays and accounted for 147 of the Raiders' 290 scrimmage yards, establishing himself as a focal point of the offense.PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Jeanty delivered a Week 1 performance that matched the expectations he brought from Boise State, marking an encouraging sign for the Raiders offense. The source credits improved offensive line play (Rick Dennison's work) as enabling Jeanty to finally perform at his draft pedigree level.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Ashton Jeanty recorded 55 catches and 5 touchdown catches as a rookie; new head coach Klint Kubiak's stated offseason goal was to get the No. 6 overall pick very involved in the receiving game, and it materialized immediately in Week 1 with 2 receiving touchdowns in a win over Miami. Jeanty is just the second RB since the 1970 merger to record multiple receiving TD games within his first 20 career games, joining Bill Jones (1990), signaling sustained receiving role involvement and touchdown upside.PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
Jeanty led the Raiders' passing game with 6 receptions on 6 targets for 45 yards and 2 receiving touchdowns in Week 1, stepping up as the team's leading receiver with Brock Bowers sidelined. He also rushed for 100+ yards (his third career 100-yard game), averaging 3.43 yards after contact per attempt and forcing three missed tackles as a runner, per PFF. The offensive line improvement under Rick Dennison created plenty of holes for the running back, a significant change from his rookie season when he didn't reach 100 rushing yards until Week 4.PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
Led Raiders offense in Week 1 with 102 rushing yards on 23 carries (4.4 yards per carry) and added six receptions for 45 yards and two touchdowns receiving for 147 total yards; head coach Klint Kubiak praised his performance despite playing with a bad ankle and less practice than usual, calling it 'what we expect from him' and highlighting the kind of player he is.PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
Second-year RB Ashton Jeanty posted 102 rushing yards on 23 carries (4.4 ypc) in Week 1 win over Miami, finally getting breathing room from an improved offensive line; combined with receiving production, he notched his second career game with 100+ rush yards and 2+ receiving touchdowns, tying Christian McCaffrey and Brian Westbrook for the most such games in NFL history.PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026
Coming off an ankle injury that raised major injury concerns three weeks prior, Jeanty had a huge game with 102 yards rushing on 23 carries and 45 yards and two touchdowns on six catches out of the backfield. The source states he looks primed for a big season, indicating strong upside despite the recent injury scare.PositiveUsageSep 13, 2026
Jeanty caught a touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins in Week 1, demonstrating early involvement in the Raiders' passing game and scoring upside in the new Klint Kubiak offense.