Raiders give Mike Washington all first quarter carries against Jets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 6:49 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
In the Week 8 matchup against the Jets, the Raiders opted to give rookie running back Mike Washington all of the first quarter carries, sidelining captain Ashton Jeanty. This decision followed Jeanty's recent controversial comments regarding Jets defenders, leading to speculation that the allocation of carries may have been influenced by his remarks. Washington produced 21 yards on six attempts during this period, averaging 3.5 yards per carry, while Jeanty had yet to touch the ball. The game is currently underway.
- •Raiders face the Jets in Week 8 game.
- •Ashton Jeanty named captain but did not receive carries.
- •Mike Washington rushed for 21 yards in the first quarter.
- •Jeanty's comments reportedly sparked controversy.
- •Game is currently in progress.
- 6:49 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders give all 1st quarter carries to Mike Washington over Ashton Jeanty
"Mike Washington got all the carriees to start Raiders Week 8 vs Jets following Ashton Jeanty's controversial comments this week.
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