Ashton Jeanty shows pass-catching skills in rookie season with Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Ashton Jeanty, selected sixth overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2025 draft, demonstrated notable pass-catching ability during his rookie season. Despite challenges as a rusher, Jeanty recorded 55 receptions for five touchdowns, ranking seventh among running backs in the NFL. His performance as a receiver out of the backfield highlights his potential as he prepares to continue under new head coach Klint Kubiak. The Raiders are heading into training camps aiming to address their remaining needs.
- •Jeanty made 55 catches on 73 targets in 2025.
- •He recorded five receiving touchdowns during the season.
- •He is expected to expand his role under coach Klint Kubiak.
- •The Raiders are addressing team needs as training camps approach.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Don’t sleep on Ashton Jeanty’s impact in this area
"Running back showed ability as a pass catcher as a rookie
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