Las Vegas Raiders seek improved rushing touchdowns in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders aim to enhance their rushing performance under new head coach Klint Kubiak in 2026. In 2025, the team scored rushing touchdowns at the lowest rate in the NFL, significantly impacting their offensive strategy. Kubiak, who previously led a successful rushing offense with the Seattle Seahawks, will look to develop second-year running back Ashton Jeanty and rookie Mike Washington. Enhancing the team's ground game will be critical for improved scoring as training camp progresses.
- •Raiders scored rushing touchdowns at the lowest rate in the NFL in 2025.
- •Klint Kubiak is the new head coach and offensive playcaller.
- •Ashton Jeanty and Mike Washington will be key to the rushing attack.
- •Kubiak previously achieved high rushing touchdown percentages with the Seahawks.
- •Training camp is currently underway as the team focuses on offensive improvements.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas needs to score more on the ground
"Las Vegas scored running touchdowns at the lowest rate in 2025
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