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Raiders coach Kubiak emphasizes Jeanty's future role despite limited carries

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Raiders coach Kubiak emphasizes Jeanty's future role despite limited carries

Summary

In a game against the New York Jets on November 1, 2026, Ashton Jeanty had only two carries for nine yards as the Las Vegas Raiders won 38-33. Following the game, head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed that Jeanty remains a key part of the team's plans moving forward despite his recent decline in usage. Jeanty caught three passes for 64 yards but faced increased competition from rookie Mike Washington Jr., who received a larger workload with 25 carries for 83 yards. Jeanty noted that he had been informed pregame of his reduced touches and expressed his willingness to support the team’s success.

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Status Watch

•Kubiak reassures that Jeanty will be a vital part of the team's run game.
•Jeanty’s carries have decreased steadily since Week 1.
•Raiders rank 31st in the league with 74.7 rushing yards per game.
•Mike Washington Jr. emerged as the primary ball carrier in the game.

Latest Updates

12:21 AMESPN NFL — Raiders' Jeanty limited to 2 carries in win after comments about Jets' D
11:49 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders coach Klint Kubiak vows Ashton Jeanty will remain a 'big part of our team' after RB gets 2 carries vs. Jets

What they're saying

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Ashton Jeanty had a career low in carries Sunday, which coach Klint Kubiak said was his call but not a response to Jeanty's comments during the week.
— ESPN NFLby Ryan McFadden