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Jeanty Ankle Injury Clouds Week 1 Availability

8/28/2026

Summary

Story summary

Coach Klint Kubiak said he will not name a starting quarterback yet.
Mendoza threw one interception, was sacked twice, and the Raiders lost 18-12 to the 49ers.
Running back Ashton Jeanty sprained his right ankle in practice on Sunday.
Coach Klint Kubiak said Jeanty is on the mend but declined details, leaving Week 1 availability uncertain.

History

Historical Context

In the 1999 Oakland Raiders season, new head coach Jon Gruden delayed naming a starting quarterback, ultimately selecting Rich Gannon as the starter. Gannon completed 277 of 447 passes for 3,791 yards, leading the team to an 8-8 record and a playoff berth. Similarly, 2024 Raiders coach Klint Kubiak has withheld quarterback decision as Nathaniel Mendoza posted two sacks and one interception, and RB Ashton Jeanty’s ankle sprain. The 1999 precedent shows that early-season quarterback uncertainty can shape offensive rhythm, prompting the 2024 Raiders to prioritize health assessments before finalizing their Week 1 lineup.

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Story summary

Coach Klint Kubiak said he will not name a starting quarterback yet.
Mendoza threw one interception, was sacked twice, and the Raiders lost 18-12 to the 49ers.
Running back Ashton Jeanty sprained his right ankle in practice on Sunday.
Coach Klint Kubiak said Jeanty is on the mend but declined details, leaving Week 1 availability uncertain.

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