Notable Week 1 Target share leaders: Chicago - Kalif Raymond (31%) Miami - Malik Washington (29.6%) Green Bay - Matthew Golden (28.6%) Washington - Stefon Diggs (26.5%) Jacksonville - Parker Washington (26.1%) Cleveland - KC Concepcion (22.7%)

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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Washington was a valuable contributor in the Raiders' Week 1 win over the Dolphins, rushing for 41 yards on seven carries. The source identifies Washington as the clear backup to Ashton Jeanty, who will dominate receptions. Given the Raiders' likely difficult schedule ahead (Week 1 was their easiest matchup), Washington is positioned as simply a Jeanty insurance policy for now.

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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026NFL Fantasy - The Athletic

The source identifies Mike Washington as a drop candidate ahead of Week 2, indicating limited fantasy relevance or playing time concerns.

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NegativeValueSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Trade value of 8.4 in Week 2; no change from prior week.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Mike Washington Jr. saw a decent number of touches in a backup role in Week 1 and can be considered as bench depth and a potential lottery ticket if you need running back help.

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PositiveSleeperSep 15, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Raiders RB Mike Washington is listed as a lightly rostered running back worthy of a speculative add for those with open roster spots. Washington appears to be in line for a major role in case of injury to the team's starter.

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PositiveValueSep 14, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Mike Washington Jr. is ranked No. 11 in the Week 2 handcuff rankings in Tier 2. The source notes that Washington had a strong camp and briefly looked like he might be the Week 1 starter when Ashton Jeanty got hurt in practice. Washington looked good in Week 1 in limited work, though the overall lack of offensive talent in Las Vegas limits his upside.

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PositiveNewsSep 14, 2026Jacob Gibbs

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Every touch for Las Vegas Raiders rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. in Week 1

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. contributed 41 rushing yards on seven carries (5.9 yards per carry average) in Week 1, showing efficiency but limited volume behind lead back Ashton Jeanty.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Rookie running back contributed 41 rushing yards on seven carries (5.9 yards per carry average) in Week 1, backing up Ashton Jeanty in the Raiders' ground game.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie Mike Washington averaged nearly six yards per carry on seven attempts against the Dolphins; the source emphasizes this efficiency is impressive given the Raiders' overall offensive limitations (Cousins threw two interceptions, went 5-for-13 on third down, completed only one pass beyond 10 yards).

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Niners Nation

The Raiders rookie RB averaged nearly six yards per carry on seven attempts in Week 1 against Miami, an impressive efficiency mark especially considering Kirk Cousins only completed one pass beyond 10 yards, suggesting the Raiders' ground game was a focal point despite limited passing success.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie Mike Washington Jr. added seven carries for 41 yards (5.9 ypc) in Week 1, showing efficiency in a complementary role behind Ashton Jeanty. The source highlights that the Raiders' running backs combined for 30 rushes and 146 rushing yards (4.87 ypc), with Washington Jr. contributing to the ground game's success.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. added seven carries for 41 yards (5.9 ypc) in Week 1, contributing to the Raiders' combined 30 rushes for 146 yards (4.87 ypc) as the offensive line paved the way for rushing lanes all afternoon.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Jared Smola

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Raiders Week 1 RB opportunities Ashton Jeanty: 23 carries, 6 targets Mike Washington: 7 carries, 0 targets

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Rookie running back Mike Washington added 41 yards on seven carries, including an 18-yard run, as part of a 1-2 punch with Ashton Jeanty. The source describes this as a fun pairing, suggesting Washington has a defined role in the backfield alongside the lead back.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie Mike Washington added 41 yards on seven carries, including an 18-yard run, in a complementary role to Ashton Jeanty. The source describes the two as a fun 1-2 punch, indicating Washington has secured a role in the Raiders' backfield rotation and could see consistent touches.

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NegativeUsageSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie running back Mike Washington had four carries for 35 yards in the first half against Miami, averaging 8.75 yards per carry.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Flock Fantasy

CJ Strad assigns zero trade value to Mike Washington and recommends cutting him to make roster space, stating 'Mike Washington is a zero' and 'I would cut Mike Washington, pick up Kalin Black.' Washington is being dropped in favor of higher-priority waiver targets.

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NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Washington is a third-year pro whose receiving work is not his forte; he made a handful of plays as a receiver during the preseason, but Laube is expected to get more third-down opportunities if the coaching staff wants to lighten Jeanty's load early in the season.

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NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Washington Jr. is not a receiving specialist; the third-year pro made limited plays as a receiver during preseason, which could open the door for Laube to see more third-down passing game opportunities if the Raiders want to manage Jeanty's ankle injury early in the season.

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NegativeUsageSep 12, 2026Davis Mattek

Davis Mattek confirms Mike Washington Jr. is a full go for this week, characterizing previous injury concerns as an overblown 'prayer circle' scare. Mattek projects Washington to see approximately 5-8 touches, noting that his presence does not threaten the workload or outlook for Ashton Jeanty.

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NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Kendall Valenzuela notes there is a chance rookie running back Mike Washington could see increased snaps in Week 1 against Miami to manage Ashton Jeanty's workload after his recent return from injury.

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PositiveMatchupSep 11, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

Washington Jr. is a flex option with big-play upside in the Week 1 matchup against Miami, which ranked in the top eight in rushing and receiving yards allowed to backs last season.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fourth-round pick (122nd overall) from Arkansas provides depth and potential mitigation for Jeanty's pass-protection and check-down duties; at 6-foot-2, 228 pounds with 4.33-second 40-yard dash, Washington demonstrated preseason production of 168 rushing yards on 23 carries; offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko noted: 'Mike's done a lot of good things well. He's come in here, he's competed every single day...excited to see how that translates to a real ball game'; source characterizes him as 'under the radar' type with requisite size, speed, and willingness for Kubiak system demands.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Silver And Black Pride

Fourth-round (122nd overall) 2026 draft pick from Arkansas positioned as backup RB capable of mitigating Jeanty's absence if needed; physical profile: 6-foot-2, 228 pounds with 4.33-second 40-yard dash; preseason production: 168 rushing yards on 23 carries (7.3 yards per carry); has requisite size, speed, and willingness to operate as receiver and pass protector in Kubiak's system; offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko praised his competitiveness and work ethic during training camp.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 11, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Backup RB to Jeanty; some debate on his role if Jeanty stays healthy. One comment notes Washington has 'as much juice' as Jeanty and is bigger, positioning him as a stash; another counters that skill gap is 'not even remotely the same.' Washington is depth only; Jeanty owners holding him as insurance but not expecting significant snaps. One owner has both and won't drop Washington due to lingering health concerns about Jeanty.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Silver And Black Pride

The fourth-round pick from Arkansas was a standout in the preseason and in training camp and will share the running-back load with Ashton Jeanty in the Week 1 season opener.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mike Washington, the fourth-round pick from Arkansas, was a standout in preseason and training camp and will share the running-back load with Ashton Jeanty in Week 1, positioning him for early-season opportunity in the Raiders backfield.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026The Phinsider

Mike Washington Jr. looked really good in the preseason and is expected to see increased offensive role as the Raiders shift focus to the rushing attack with Brock Bowers out. The source specifically highlights Washington Jr.'s preseason performance as a reason for elevated expectations.

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PositiveBreakoutSep 11, 2026Silver And Black Pride

The Athletic is expecting a lot from Raiders' rookie running back Mike Washington, signaling prospect upside and early organizational confidence in the first-year back.

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PositiveBreakoutSep 11, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Rookie running back has emerged in preseason with 168 rushing yards on 23 carries for 7.3 yards per carry. He played so well that he likely carved out a role for himself on the Raiders offense regardless of when Ashton Jeanty returns from his ankle injury. With Jeanty's status uncertain for Week 1, Washington Jr. is positioned to handle the workload against Miami.

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