Ashton Jeanty only gets two carries in Week 8 vs. Jets
Klint Kubiak says the limited workload was his call.
Ashton Jeanty saw almost no work in the Raiders’ Week 8 road game against the Jets, managing just two carries. Head coach Klint Kubiak took responsibility for the limited workload, saying, “That’s my call, and Ashton still going to be a big part of our team.”
What happened
Sporting News noted early in the game that Jeanty was “seeing no work early” against the Jets. By the end of the contest, he had only two carries. Kubiak addressed the situation afterward, according to Underdog NFL.
Context
Jeanty entered Week 8 with 122.0 PPR points in seven games, including 106 carries for 328 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown. He also had 34 receptions for 312 receiving yards. His 70% snap share reflects his heavy workload earlier in the season.
In Week 7 against the Rams, Jeanty had 21.6 PPR points on eight carries for 15 rushing yards and eight receptions for 61 receiving yards. In Week 6, he posted 15.8 PPR points.
Depth chart
Mike Washington Jr. is listed as RB2 on the Raiders depth chart. Through seven games, he has 29.6 PPR points with 40 carries for 195 rushing yards and a touchdown. Connor Heyward, RB3, has 4.0 PPR points this season. Dylan Laube, RB4, has 10.4 PPR points with one rushing touchdown.
Timeline
On October 15, Fantasy Football Desk reported that head coach Klint Kubiak dismissed rumors that Jeanty might sit out the Week 6 game against the Bills, saying, “He’s playing.” Jeanty had been dealing with ankle and foot injuries that week.
On October 25, Fantasy Football Desk reported that Washington was a game-time decision for Week 7 against the Rams, dealing with foot and back injuries.
What’s next
The Raiders’ Week 8 game against the Jets is already played.
Klint Kubiak on Ashton Jeanty only getting two carries, via @ryanmcfadden_: "That's my call, and Ashton still going to be a big part of our team."
🏈 Fantasy impact
Jeanty’s two-carry day is a major red flag for fantasy managers. His receiving usage helps his PPR floor, but if Kubiak is willing to make him a spectator, his ceiling disappears. Washington (29.6 PPR points, 40 carries, 195 rushing yards) is the clear handcuff and should be rostered immediately. For Week 9, unless the Raiders indicate Jeanty will return to a featured role, you cannot start him with confidence. Move Jeanty to the bench, add Washington where available, and look for an alternative RB2 or flex option.
Quick answers
Who is the Raiders' backup running back?
Mike Washington Jr. is RB2 on the depth chart and has 29.6 PPR points through seven games.