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Ashton Jeanty injury status and Raiders outlook

Overview

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is recovering from an ankle sprain sustained during a training camp practice on August 23, 2026. The injury occurred at the Intermountain Health Performance Center when Jeanty landed awkwardly while diving for a pass from Kirk Cousins.

While the initial incident caused concern as Jeanty was unable to put weight on his right leg, a diagnosis of an ankle sprain provided relief. Reports from Adam Schefter indicated the injury was not considered a long-term issue. By September 8, Jeanty was trending toward playing in the Week 1 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed Jeanty would practice that week, though he initially declined to guarantee availability or commit to a specific workload.

By September 10, Jeanty has returned to full practice participation and is expected to play in the season opener against the Dolphins. Jeanty expressed optimism regarding his recovery, stating he feels ‘really good’ and noted that the injury appeared more alarming than it actually was.

His return provides a boost to the Raiders' offense, particularly as the team also faces the loss of star tight end Brock Bowers. Bowers is expected to miss one to two games after undergoing a meniscus trim following a knee injury sustained in practice.

Entities

Ashton Jeanty · Las Vegas Raiders · Klint Kubiak · Miami Dolphins · Mike Washington Jr.

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ashton Jeanty cleared to play in Raiders season opener

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is set to play in the season opener against the Miami Dolphins after recovering from an ankle injury sustained during practice.

  2. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Ashton Jeanty trends toward Week 1 return for Las Vegas Raiders

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is expected to practice this week following an ankle injury, with the team's depth chart listing him as RB1 for the Week 1 game against the Miami Dolphins.

  3. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ashton Jeanty nears return for Raiders Week 1 opener

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is progressing toward playing in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins following an ankle sprain sustained in August.

  4. 14 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ashton Jeanty's ankle injury leaves Raiders' Week 1 status uncertain

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is recovering from an ankle sprain. Coach Klint Kubiak says the team is ‘counting on him’ for Week 1, though his availability remains uncertain.

  5. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with ankle sprain after Raiders practice injury

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty has been diagnosed with a sprained ankle after an injury scare during practice, though the injury is not expected to be long-term.

  6. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 17 sources
    Ashton Jeanty suffers apparent leg injury at Raiders practice

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered an apparent ankle sprain during practice, prompting concerns for the upcoming season, though the injury is not expected to be long-term.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ashton Jeanty eyes comeback with improved Raiders offense

    Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty anticipates an improved offensive role in 2026 following key offseason additions to the team's offensive line, including center Tyler Linderbaum.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ashton Jeanty targets breakout 2026 season with Las Vegas Raiders

    After a modest rookie year, Ashton Jeanty aims to break out in 2026 as the Las Vegas Raiders add a new offensive line and head coach Klint Kubiak, with Jeanty vowing “nothing will stop me.”

Sources

africanews.com · bleacherreport.com · ca.sports.yahoo.com · deadspin.com · fanSided.com · heavy.com · justblogbaby.com · mymotherlode.com · newsday.com · nfljapan.com · nfltraderumors.co · nypost.com · rotoballer.com · si.com · silverandblackpride.com · sportskeeda.com · sportsnaut.com · theredzone.org · time.news · tmspn.com · triblive.com · winnipegfreepress.com

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