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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.

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.

Jeanty ranks ninth in flex rankings for Week 3 with a best rank of 7 and average rank of 9, indicating expert support for his strong weekly projection with moderate variance.

Jeanty receives an A start/sit grade for Week 3 against NO, indicating strong fantasy performance expectation.

Running back Ashton Jeanty had a sprained ankle scare at the end of camp but was fine by the season opener, leading the team with 147 yards and two touchdowns in Week 1. He had a poor performance in Week 2 against the Chargers, but that was unrelated to his ankle; the Raiders' offensive line struggled in the running game against Los Angeles' defensive tackles, and Jeanty had three drops as a receiver.

Raiders tailback Ashton Jeanty had a strong Week 1 with 147 yards from scrimmage but struggled significantly in Week 2, averaging just 2.3 rushing yards per carry and recording 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.

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.

Raiders RB with 210 all-purpose yards through 2 games faces Saints run defense allowing 136.5 yards per game after surrendering significant production to Jahmyr Gibbs and Derrick Henry; the source notes 'Things will not get much easier for New Orleans as they will now hope to slow down agile RB Ashton Jeanty whose managed 210 all-purpose yards thus far.'

Agile RB Ashton Jeanty faces a Saints defense that has given up an average of 136.5 rushing yards per game after facing top backs Jahmyr Gibbs and Derrick Henry in weeks one and two, presenting a favorable matchup for Jeanty who has accumulated 210 all-purpose yards through two games.

Jeanty carried 23 times for 102 yards against the Dolphins in Week 1, establishing the Raiders' run-heavy approach. The source uses this as a comparison point, noting the Chiefs will similarly lean on Kenneth Walker in a game where heat and time of possession will be factors.

Mattek ranks Ashton Jeanty as the RB6 and a top-12 (potentially top-10) rest-of-season player. He is a high-priority acquisition target in both redraft and dynasty due to his heavy usage (21 rushes, 7 targets last week).

Ashton Jeanty is one of two great backs the Raiders have to attack the Saints' vulnerable defense; running backs and dominant running games have gashed the Saints in both previous contests, with a single running back putting in work each time. The Raiders are expected to use 12 personnel formations early and often to control the clock and set up play-action passing opportunities.

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.

Ranked 6th overall in Week 3 Flex rankings by projected fantasy points in half-point PPR scoring; listed as a Tier 1 lineup lock must-start.

The source notes that besides Ashton Jeanty, usage among Raiders skill-position players has been sporadic, indicating that Jeanty has been the primary beneficiary of touches in the Raiders offense, with Brock Bowers potentially stepping into a 30 percent target share when he returns.

Ranked 6th among running backs in Week 3 by the source, traveling to New Orleans.

Ranked 6th among Week 3 running backs by the source, indicating strong projection and matchup appeal.

Ron Stewart identifies Ashton Jeanty as a top trade target and a potential legendary running back, ranking him RB6 rest-of-season. Despite a poor week two performance, his usage metrics—including number one route participation and high red zone target share—support his elite status.

Jeanty currently leads the Raiders in targets through two weeks; he is the primary receiving option for the offense until Brock Bowers potentially makes his debut.

Ashton Jeanty is ranked RB1 for Week 3 and is listed as a must-start with no-brainer status against New Orleans.

Jeanty was selected by GM John Spytek as a talented running back piece; the Raiders then added supporting personnel around him this offseason, with the article emphasizing that drafting a talented running back and creating conditions for his success are separate responsibilities that the Raiders are beginning to fulfill both.

Ashton Jeanty is a big conversation topic in Week 3 running back rankings discussion.

Ashton Jeanty is a strong start who receives every touch out of his backfield; his health is confirmed following a minor ankle check.