Raheem Mostert names Mike Washington a breakout candidate for the Raiders

Former Las Vegas Raiders running back Raheem Mostert identified rookie Mike Washington Jr. as a player to watch during the 2026 NFL season. Mostert, who previously occupied the reserve role Washington currently holds, shared his assessment during an appearance on Good Morning Football. The 23-year-old Washington earned a spot in the rotation following a productive preseason and may see increased carries due to an injury to teammate Ashton Jeanty. While Mostert recorded 22 carries last season, Washington is positioned to potentially handle a larger workload if he proves capable of creating space and gaining yardage consistently. Coaches and evaluators expect the rookie to become a reliable contributor in the ground game as the season progresses.

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