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NegativeUsageNov 4, 2026
The source recommends holding Ashton Jeanty despite a concerning drop in rushing attempts. Jeanty saw only 6% of rushing attempts in Week 8 and has not exceeded 10 rush attempts since Week 4, a significant decline from his earlier elite usage. The source attributes this to potential o-line problems, blocking issues, or injuries but notes that Jeanty continues to succeed in the passing game, which provides some hope. the source advises against selling now, as leaguemates have lost faith in Jeanty's elite fantasy capabilities and may offer low-ball trades.
NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
The source notes that Ashton Jeanty's playing time drastically plummeted in Week 8, logging just 22 snaps to Mike Washington's 38 and receiving only 2 carries to Washington's 25. While Jeanty salvaged his fantasy value through the air with 3 receptions for 64 yards, his overall role has shifted significantly. The source indicates that going forward, Jeanty is likely to remain the pass-catching option in a potential split-back model similar to Pittsburgh's or Minnesota's, reducing his overall volume and weekly fantasy upside.
NegativeProjectionNov 2, 2026
Jeanty has three distinct scenarios: Floor (pass-down only, 9.1 PPG average, 57% RB4 finishes); Median (split backfield similar to four weeks pre-Week 8, 83 Utilization Score, 16.2 PPG average, 62% RB2 finishes); Ceiling (every-down role, 98 Utilization Score from first three games, 19.1 PPG average, 92% top-12 finishes). Dobbins. But leans toward the ceiling scenario but views floor and ceiling as outliers; median scenario most likely. Jeanty has the second-hardest RB schedule rest of season (-0.9 PPG).
NegativeUsageNov 2, 2026
Jeanty's rushing utilization collapsed in Week 8 as offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak shifted 81% of rushing attempts to Mike Washington while Jeanty handled only 6%. This represents a new floor for Jeanty's role after his utilization had been in free fall outside of passing-game work over the last month. Jeanty's ground-game efficiency remains poor: 3.1 yards per carry (29th among 29 RBs with 75+ attempts), 2.67 yards after contact (23rd), 4.6% 10+ yard attempts (28th), and 9.3% missed tackles forced (28th).
NegativeUsageNov 2, 2026
Jeanty's role drastically diminished in Week 8, receiving just 2 carries and logging 22 snaps (36.7% snap share, his lowest of the season) while Mike Washington dominated with 25 carries and 38 snaps. Though Jeanty remained the pass-catching option with 3 receptions for 64 yards, the source notes he has failed to eclipse 10 carries in each of his last four games. The source projects a best-case scenario of a 60/40 split going forward, with Jeanty's early-season 44 carries in Weeks 1-2 appearing to be unsustainable. Jeanty will continue to generate PPR value through the passing game but has lost significant volume.
NegativeProjectionNov 1, 2026
Ashton Jeanty remains the source's RB16, although Klint Kubiak says Mike Washington Jr. deserves more opportunities. Jeanty is averaging just 3.1 yards per carry, and the Raiders are still trying to sort out right guard, so the source doesn't think the entire rushing problem is on him. His 34 catches are a big reason the source still likes him as an RB2, especially against a Jets front missing T'Vondre Sweat and Joseph Ossai, with David Bailey doubtful.
PositiveMatchupOct 28, 2026
Jeanty is downgraded for Week 8 due to a poor Raiders team setup (No. 16 implied team total at 22.25 points) and unfavorable travel conditions (cross-country trip for early 1 pm ET kickoff). The source questions Jeanty's underlying talent (3.5 yards per carry, 5.6 yards per target for career) despite solid production (15.0 fantasy points per game, 640 yards, 4 TDs on 106 carries, 44 targets). His usage has declined over the past three weeks (snap rate 61% down from 69%, rush share 53% down from 66%, route rate 50% down from 58%). The Jets have a boosted HFA and are No. 7 in defensive rush EPA (-0.157), though they could be without EDGE Joseph Ossai and NT T'Vondre Sweat.
NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
Jeanty is an RB2 this week with a reduced role against the Rams, but this is a brutal matchup. He played 57% of snaps last week and split carries evenly with Mike Washington (9 apiece), down from 73-83% snap share in first three games. Las Vegas has a D in run-blocking grades against Rams' A-grade defense. Jeanty gets just 0.60 yards before contact per carry (32nd among 39 qualified backs) and has been stuffed at or behind the line on 25.3% of carries (highest rate among qualified backs). He ranks 34th in missed tackles forced per carry. Playing the Jets next week can't get here soon enough.
PositiveInjuryOct 21, 2026
Despite Raiders HC Klint Kubiak stating Jeanty was feeling better and would play against Buffalo in Week 6, the source questions his full health. Jeanty carried just 10 times for 22 yards (2.2 YPC) and logged only 57% of snaps and 47% of rush attempts—well below his season marks of 69% and 67%, respectively. His 0.56 yards before contact per attempt and 3.2 YPC are significantly worse than Mike Washington's 1.56 YBC/ATT and 4.9 YPC. The Raiders increasingly turned to Washington in the second half (six touches to Jeanty's two). What stabilizes Jeanty's value is his consistent pass-game usage: 17% target share (fourth among all RBs) and 5.8 targets per game (only behind Kyren Williams and Jahmyr Gibbs). The source suggests Jeanty's offensive line run-blocking hasn't improved as hoped and questions whether he is the legendary prospect originally projected.
NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Jeanty's efficiency and role have deteriorated significantly over the first six weeks. His yards per carry dropped to 3.2, and his snap share declined from 79% (Weeks 1-3) to 60% (Weeks 4-6), while his rush attempt share fell from 77% to 55%. Inside-the-5 rush attempts, a key indicator of goal-line work, plummeted from 100% to 60%. The source notes that while Jeanty's Week 1 performance against Miami was strong, the experience has otherwise been unpleasant, and he has required rest due to minor injuries. Backup Mike Washington is now seeing increased usage and outgained Jeanty on the ground in Week 6 (43 yards to 22).
PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Jeanty tied Bijan Robinson for the No. 1 Utilization Score at RB in Week 1 with a 99, scoring 32.7 fantasy points as RB3. He dominated the Vegas backfield with 73% snap share, 70% rushing attempts, 61% route share, and 21% target share, accumulating 23 attempts and 6 targets for 156 yards from scrimmage and two TDs. Behind a revamped offensive line (Tyler Linderbaum, Kolton Miller return), Jeanty improved yards before contact (0.5 to 1.0) and yards after contact (3.1 to 3.4) compared to last season. Since 2013, 13 RBs with 65%+ rush share and 16-22% target share averaged 23.1 PPG. Jeanty upgrades to high-end RB1 territory as an every-down player with a top-three rookie prospect profile behind only Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey.
PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
Jeanty tied Bijan Robinson for the No. 1 Utilization Score at RB in Week 1 with a 99, scoring 32.7 fantasy points as the RB3. He accounted for 73% of snaps, 70% of rushing attempts, and 21% target share with 23 attempts and 6 targets for 156 yards from scrimmage and two TDs. Behind a revamped offensive line with Tyler Linderbaum and Kolton Miller, his yards before contact improved from 0.5 to 1.0 and yards after contact from 3.1 to 3.4. Jeanty is a top-three RB prospect in the history of the Rookie Super Model behind only Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey. Since 2013, 13 RBs with a rush share of 65%+ and target share between 16-22% averaged 23.1 PPG. Dwain McFarland is bullish on his rest-of-season outlook under new scheme with Klint Kubiak.
PositiveRoleSep 12, 2026
Kendall Valenzuela recommends starting Ashton Jeanty over Marshawn Lloyd in Week 1 against Miami, despite Jeanty being sidelined since August 23rd and returning as a full practice participant. Valenzuela expects Jeanty to lead the backfield but cautions against expecting a 70% snap share due to potential workload management from rookie Mike Washington. With Brock Bowers out at least two weeks, targets could funnel through running backs, creating additional upside.
PositiveInjurySep 3, 2026
Raiders HC Klint Kubiak expressed optimism that Ashton Jeanty will be ready for Week 1 after his recent ankle injury, simply answering "Yes" when asked if he was optimistic. Jeanty has been working on the side with trainers and has not yet returned to full practice. The source notes that since the initial injury, things have looked much less serious than when Jeanty first went down, and Jeanty drafters should feel better today than they did last week. However, the source cautions not to assume a full bell cow workload is guaranteed right away.