Jeanty ankle sprain forces Raiders to shuffle backfield depth
Jeanty's ankle sprain forces Washington Jr. into starting role for Raiders.
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NFL 2026 Preseason
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain during Sunday practice at the Henderson facility. Head coach Klint Kubiak provided limited injury details, stating Jeanty is recovering but declining to specify severity or injured reserve status. Rookie Mike Washington Jr. has taken over primary running back responsibilities in practice.
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2026-08-26 to 2026-11-08 · UTC publication dates
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Mike Washington Jr. takes starting reps after Jeanty injury
Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr., a fourth-round draft pick from Arkansas, has taken the majority of starting reps in practice following Jeanty's injury. Washington has recorded 15 carries for 119 yards in two preseason games with an average of 7.9 yards per carry, including a 53-yard run in the preseason opener against Arizona.
Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with ankle sprain at Raiders training camp
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain during Sunday practice when he landed awkwardly on turf while diving for a low pass. He was unable to put weight on his right leg and was helped off the field by athletic trainers. The injury was initially feared to be serious but was determined to be a sprain.
Raiders coach Klint Kubiak declines to disclose details on Jeanty injury severity
During a Tuesday press conference, Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak refused to provide specifics about Ashton Jeanty's injury or whether he would begin the season on injured reserve, stating only that Jeanty is 'on the mend.' Kubiak referenced the team taking a knee and praying after Jeanty's injury as a positive sign.
Raiders move practice to outdoor field following Jeanty injury
Following Ashton Jeanty's injury, the Las Vegas Raiders moved practice activities to the outdoor practice field. The team conducts stretching and special teams periods indoors, then moves outside for team periods. Head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed this was his decision but declined to provide detailed reasoning.
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