Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty shares Bible verse after ankle sprain
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.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty posted an Instagram photo on Wednesday showing himself kneeling on the field, accompanied by the Bible verse Romans 8:28. The verse reads, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Jeanty suffered a leg injury during a Raiders practice on Sunday, which was later identified as an ankle sprain. The injury caused the practice to pause while teammates gathered around him. While a sprain can sideline a player at the start of the season, it is less severe than earlier concerns about a possible season-ending injury.
Fans have interpreted the social-media post as a possible signal about the seriousness of his condition, but team officials have not commented on the meaning of the verse. The Raiders have not released an official timeline for Jeanty's return, and he has not yet spoken publicly about his health.
"We are monitoring his progress and will provide updates when appropriate," a team spokesperson said.
Observers suggest that Jeanty's post may reflect personal coping rather than an indication of a worsening injury, and advise waiting for an official medical assessment before drawing conclusions.