Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered what is believed to be a sprained ankle at practice, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and ESPN Insider Adam Schefter reported Sunday night.
It’s not considered to be a long-term injury, but the timeline for his return is unknown, Schefter and Rapoport reported.
Upon his exit from practice, the second-year back did not put weight on his right leg as he was helped off the field by trainers. The Raiders team subsequently took a knee in prayer. It would seem the prayers have been answered.
The injury occurred when Jeanty dove for a pass and landed awkwardly, per multiple reports.
Jeanty, 22, was the No. 6 overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft and had 1,321 scrimmage yards (975 rushing) and 10 scrimmage touchdowns (five apiece rushing and receiving) during his rookie season.
Jeanty, along with the majority of Las Vegas’ starters, did not play in the team’s Week 2 preseason win on Thursday over the Houston Texans.
Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. has impressed so far in two preseason games and would likely be thrust into the lead role if Jeanty is forced to miss any games in the regular season. The Raiders roster also features tailbacks Dylan Laube and Roman Hemby, along with veteran Dare Ogunbowale, and fullbacks Connor Heyward and Patrick Gurd
