Raiders plan bigger role for Ashton Jeanty in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Ashton Jeanty is set for an increased role in the passing game for the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL season. Following a challenging 2025 season, the team is focusing on developing young talent, including Jeanty, who impressed during his rookie year. Jeanty caught 55 passes for 346 yards and five touchdowns last season and is expected to benefit from a much-improved offensive line and coaching staff. These changes point towards a potential breakout season for the second-year running back.
- •Jeanty was selected sixth overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- •He recorded 346 receiving yards and five receiving touchdowns as a rookie.
- •The Raiders expect Jeanty to take on a larger receiving workload in 2026.
- •Improvements in the offensive line are anticipated for the upcoming season.
- •Jeanty is projected to surpass 1,000 rushing yards this year.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders' Ashton Jeanty receiving plans for 2026 season should be very exciting
"This plan for the second-year RB is a very exciting one.
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