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Klint Kubiak reflects on abandoning Raiders' run game too soon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 4:16 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Klint Kubiak reflects on abandoning Raiders' run game too soon

Summary

Klint Kubiak acknowledged he gave up on the Las Vegas Raiders' run game too quickly during their 45-17 loss to the New England Patriots on October 12. The Raiders managed only 38 rushing yards on 18 attempts, with Mike Washington Jr. receiving just one carry despite a strong season average of 5.0 yards. Kubiak highlighted that the team was often playing from behind, which shifted the focus to passing, and he felt the run should have been utilized more. Quarterback Kirk Cousins also noted this one-dimensional approach made it easier for the Patriots’ defense to pressure the offense. Injured running back Ashton Jeanty tallied a season-low 27 yards on 10 carries.

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By the Numbers

•Klint Kubiak admitted he abandoned the run game too early.
•Raiders totaled 38 rushing yards on 18 attempts against the Patriots.
•Mike Washington Jr. had only one carry despite averaging 5.0 yards per carry.
•Las Vegas trailed for much of the game, shifting the strategy to passing.
•Ashton Jeanty played with foot and ankle injuries, recording 27 yards.

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4:16 PMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak says he gave up on the Raiders' run game too soon

What they're saying

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Mike Washington Jr. got one carry and the Raiders ran 18 times in a 45-17 loss. Klint Kubiak said the decision to stop running was on him.
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