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Raiders RB Jeanty Questionable, Backup Ready
11 Oct
Summary
- Ashton Jeanty is questionable for Week 5 with a foot injury.
- His practice status worsened, missing Friday's session.
- Rookie Mike Washington Jr. is poised for more carries.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is listed as questionable for the upcoming Week 5 game against the New England Patriots due to a foot injury. Jeanty's health appears to be trending negatively, as he progressed from full participation on Wednesday to limited on Thursday, and ultimately did not practice on Friday.
This lack of practice is often a precursor to a player being inactive for Sunday's game. The Raiders' decision to elevate running back Roman Hemby from their practice squad on Saturday further suggests Jeanty may indeed sit out.
If Jeanty is unable to play, rookie Mike Washington Jr. is anticipated to receive the bulk of the workload in the Raiders' backfield. Washington has shown promise this season, averaging 5.0 yards per carry and scoring one touchdown. He has been seeing an increasing number of snaps and touches, and this matchup against the Patriots, who rank 29th in EPA/Rush, presents a favorable opportunity for him.
