Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty returns to practice field
6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 6:47 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was spotted at practice on a side field on Tuesday for the first time since sustaining an ankle injury on August 23. While the team has not officially confirmed his status for the Week 1 season opener, his presence at the facility marks a shift in his recovery process. Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated the staff is still counting on Jeanty for the initial game while noting the team will continue to assess his progress over the next week. The injury previously required trainers to assist Jeanty off the field, causing initial concern regarding his availability. If Jeanty remains limited, fourth-round draft pick Mike Washington is expected to see a significant workload. Kubiak stated he plans to utilize multiple running backs regardless of health, favoring a rotation that adapts to specific game situations.
- •Ashton Jeanty participated in side work with trainers during Tuesday's practice session.
- •The running back suffered an ankle injury during an August 23 practice.
- •Klint Kubiak remains optimistic about Jeanty's availability for the Week 1 opener.
- •Fourth-round pick Mike Washington remains prepared to play a large role in the backfield.
- •The Raiders plan to deploy multiple running backs during the upcoming season.
- 6:47 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders optimistic injured RB Ashton Jeanty will be ready for season opener
- 4:56 PMNBCSports.com — Klint Kubiak is optimistic about Ashton Jeanty playing Week 1 - NBC Sports
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty remains out
- 1:22 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders GM John Spytek Drops Revealing Ashton Jeanty Update
- 12:20 AMESPN NFL — Raiders say RB Jeanty in 'good spot' with recovery
- 4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty idle Tuesday.
- 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Ashton Jeanty injury update from Raiders practice brings more optimism for Week 1
"Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek has finally had a chance to address the injury to running back Ashton Jeanty. The post Raiders GM John Spytek Drops Revealing Ashton Jeanty Update appeared first on HEAVY.
"While the Raiders have characterized Ashton Jeanty as "on the mend" with his ankle injury, head coach Klint Kubiak provided a little more information on the running back in his Wednesday press conference.
"Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak sees a real possibility Ashton Jeanty could be back from his ankle injury in time for the season opener vs Miami.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 6:47 PMRaiders optimistic injured RB Ashton Jeanty will be ready for season opener
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak sees a real possibility Ashton Jeanty could be back from his ankle injury in time for the season opener vs Miami.
- NBCSports.comSep 2, 2026, 4:56 PMKlint Kubiak is optimistic about Ashton Jeanty playing Week 1 - NBC Sports
While the Raiders have characterized Ashton Jeanty as "on the mend" with his ankle injury, head coach Klint Kubiak provided a little more information on the running back in his Wednesday press conference.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 4:09 PMLas Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty remains out
Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty remains out of practice Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 1:22 AMRaiders GM John Spytek Drops Revealing Ashton Jeanty Update
Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek has finally had a chance to address the injury to running back Ashton Jeanty. The post Raiders GM John Spytek Drops Revealing Ashton Jeanty Update appeared first on HEAVY.
- ESPN NFLSep 2, 2026, 12:20 AMRaiders say RB Jeanty in 'good spot' with recovery
Vegas RB Ashton Jeanty's status for Week 1 is still uncertain but GM John Spytek said the second-year player is in a "good spot" in his recovery.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 4:17 PMLas Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty idle Tuesday.
Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty remains out of practice Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 3:24 PMAshton Jeanty injury update from Raiders practice brings more optimism for Week 1
An update from Raiders practice gives more hope that Ashton Jeanty will be ready for Week 1.
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