Raiders look to Ashton Jeanty for key role in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:43 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Ashton Jeanty of the Las Vegas Raiders is in impressive shape ahead of the 2026 NFL season, showcasing his fitness during organized team activities. The Raiders are optimistic about his ability to handle a significant workload this year. However, there are concerns about whether added muscle may impact his speed and agility, critical attributes for his playing style. The team is banking on Jeanty, a former first-round pick, to be a foundational player in their new offense. Supporting him in the backfield will be rookie Mike Washington, potentially easing the workload.
- •Jeanty appears in the best shape of his career ahead of 2026.
- •Raiders hope Jeanty can handle a heavy workload in the upcoming season.
- •Concerns exist about muscle gain affecting Jeanty's speed and agility.
- •Rookie Mike Washington will share backfield duties with Jeanty.
- •Jeanty is expected to play a key role in the new Raiders offense.
- 12:43 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders have to hope Ashton Jeanty's offseason transformation doesn't mirror a familiar cautionary tale
"The Las Vegas Raiders hope Ashton Jeanty is still the explosive athlete he was and can carry the workload in 2026.
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