Ashton Jeanty Suffers Injury During Raiders Practice

Ashton Jeanty, a second-year running back for the Las Vegas Raiders, sustained a right leg injury during a practice drill. The incident occurred when he attempted to catch a low pass from quarterback Kirk Cousins, leading to an awkward fall and subsequent assistance off the field without weight on his injured leg.

Initial reports indicated that Jeanty suffered a sprained ankle, alleviating some fears regarding the severity of the injury. The collision involved teammate Darien Porter, but the injury was primarily attributed to the low throw from Cousins. Jeanty, who was a key player in the Raiders' offensive plans, had been drafted sixth overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.

In Jeanty's absence, rookie Mike Washington Jr. is expected to step up as the primary running back. Washington had already shown promise during training camp, making significant gains against opposing defenses. The Raiders face a critical period ahead, with their preseason finale approaching and the regular season looming, as they assess Jeanty's recovery and its impact on their offensive strategy.