Raiders coach says Ashton Jeanty still recovering, season opener status unclear

Raiders coach says Ashton Jeanty still recovering, season opener status unclear

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Head coach Klint Kubiak said on 28 August that running back Ashton Jeanty was still recovering from the ankle injury he suffered in practice, and that his participation in the season opener remained uncertain. The injury occurred on 23 August when Jeanty landed awkwardly during a Raiders practice in Las Vegas and was unable to bear weight on his right leg, prompting staff to halt the session. He was later diagnosed with a sprained ankle, but the team gave no timetable for his return, noting that the setback was not considered long-term.

Backup running back Mike Washington Jr. was expected to fill in, and Jeanty posted a Romans verse on Instagram, the New York Post reported.

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August 28, 2026
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Raiders coach says Ashton Jeanty remains in recovery from ankle injury
Raiders coach says Ashton Jeanty remains in recovery from ankle injury

NBC Sports • 28 Aug 17:37

Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated that running back Ashton Jeanty is still healing from an ankle injury, leaving his availability for the season opener uncertain.

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August 27, 2026
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Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty shares Bible verse after ankle sprain
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty shares Bible verse after ankle sprain

New York Post • 27 Aug 20:55

Second-year running back Ashton Jeanty posted a Romans 8:28 verse on Instagram following an ankle sprain suffered in practice, prompting speculation among fans about his injury status.

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August 25, 2026
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Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty expected to recover from sprained ankle
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty expected to recover from sprained ankle

NBC Sports • 25 Aug 19:32

Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said running back Ashton Jeanty is recovering from a sprained ankle and did not confirm any plans to place him on injured reserve.

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Raiders uncertain on Ashton Jeanty's return after ankle sprain
Raiders uncertain on Ashton Jeanty's return after ankle sprain

NBC Sports • 25 Aug 14:01

Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain, leaving his recovery timeline unclear and prompting the team to consider backup options.

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August 24, 2026
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Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with sprained ankle
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with sprained ankle

NBC Sports • 24 Aug 03:34

Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty suffered a sprained ankle during practice, with the team uncertain about the length of his absence but indicating it is not a long-term injury.

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Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty sustains ankle sprain, recovery timeline unclear
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty sustains ankle sprain, recovery timeline unclear

NBC Sports • 24 Aug 03:13

Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain during practice, and the team has not set a timetable for his return. Backup Mike Washington is expected to assume his duties in the interim.

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August 23, 2026
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Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty injured during practice
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty injured during practice

CBS Sports • 23 Aug 21:45

Ashton Jeanty was helped off the Las Vegas Raiders' practice field after landing awkwardly and was unable to bear weight on his right leg, prompting the team to pause the session.

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