Bengals evaluate Ashton Jeanty after reduced role with Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 7:19 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are considering Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty due to their poor rushing performance. In a recent game against the Tennessee Titans on November 1, the Bengals managed only 75 rushing yards in a 43-36 win. Jeanty's role has diminished, recording just two carries for nine yards against the New York Jets on the same day. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow acknowledged the team's need for a stronger running game amid their AFC North competition. As the trade deadline approaches, the Bengals may look to strengthen their backfield.
- •Bengals secured a 43-36 victory over the Titans on November 1.
- •Cincinnati managed only 75 rushing yards in that game.
- •Ashton Jeanty had two carries for nine yards against the Jets.
- •Bengals ranked 28th in rushing this season, indicating a need for improvement.
- •Trade deadline may prompt Bengals to address running back position.
- 7:19 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Handed Ashton Jeanty Take After Raiders RB’s Reduced Role
"The Cincinnati Bengals‘ offense lacks a running game, and it showed again in the 43-36 win over the Tennessee Titans on Nov. 1. Cincinnati only recorded 75 rushing yards, and while Joe Burrow can play out of his mind, the Bengals do need some type of running game. As a result, Christopher Kline of FanSided […] The post Bengals Handed Ashton Jeanty Take After Raiders RB’s Reduced Role appeared first on HEAVY.
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