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Raiders Count on Ashton Jeanty for Week 1

8/29/2026

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Jeanty Eyes Week 1

Head coach Klint Kubiak says the Raiders are counting on Ashton Jeanty for Week 1.
Jeanty sprained his ankle in an Aug. 22 practice and avoided a high-ankle injury.
Kubiak said Jeanty is still on the mend.
The Raiders have one more week to evaluate him before the Sept. 13 matchup with Miami.
Rookie Mike Washington Jr. could complement Jeanty after posting 23 carries for 168 yards (7.3 YPC) in preseason.

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Raiders Preseason Loss

The Raiders lost their preseason finale 18-12 to the San Francisco 49ers on Aug. 27.
Coach Kubiak said the backfield will aid rushing, blocking, and pass protection.
He likened Jeanty and Washington’s roles to last year’s Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet tandem.
Washington logged 571 total snaps for Arkansas, earning a 78 rating.
Kubiak believes a strong running attack will relieve quarterback pressure and improve the passing game.

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Jeanty Eyes Week 1

Head coach Klint Kubiak says the Raiders are counting on Ashton Jeanty for Week 1.
Jeanty sprained his ankle in an Aug. 22 practice and avoided a high-ankle injury.
Kubiak said Jeanty is still on the mend.
The Raiders have one more week to evaluate him before the Sept. 13 matchup with Miami.
Rookie Mike Washington Jr. could complement Jeanty after posting 23 carries for 168 yards (7.3 YPC) in preseason.

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