Raiders turn to Mike Washington Jr. with Ashton Jeanty in doghouse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 7:07 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Raiders achieved a crucial victory against the New York Jets in Week 8. Klint Kubiak announced that Mike Washington Jr. would take the lead as the ballcarrier while Ashton Jeanty faced reduced carries. Kubiak emphasized Jeanty's ongoing importance to the team despite his limited role in this game. Washington Jr. recorded 25 carries for 83 yards, while Jeanty contributed with three catches for 64 yards. Kubiak discussed the decision in light of Jeanty's pre-game comments about the Jets, clarifying that the choice was strategic and not related to Jeanty's remarks.
- •Raiders defeated the New York Jets in Week 8.
- •Mike Washington Jr. became the leading ballcarrier for the Raiders.
- •Klint Kubiak stated Jeanty remains a key part of the offense.
- •Washington Jr. had 25 carries for 83 yards in the game.
- •Jeanty made three receptions for 64 yards.
- 7:07 AMYahoo Sports — What Raiders’ Klint Kubiak said about turning to Mike Washington Jr. with Ashton Jeanty in doghouse
"Klint Kubiak and the Raiders got a much-needed win against the New York Jets in Week 8 that saw Brock Bowers set a mark not seen since 2016 . Ashton Jeanty called out the Jets before the game and was asked about his comments , taking the high road as his team turned to Mike Washington Jr. as its leading ballcarrier. Kubiak’s comments were shared by […] The post What Raiders’ Klint Kubiak said about turning to Mike Washington Jr. with Ashton Jeanty in doghouse appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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