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The Las Vegas Raiders did not have adequate support at running back behind 2025 rookie Ashton Jeanty last season . In fact, their second-leading rusher was aging quarterback Geno Smith, who gained 109 yards. That clearly proves Jeanty was a one-man show.
Jeanty was a bellcow for the Raiders, understandably so given that they spent a top-six overall selection on his services. Heading into 2026, the Raiders would be wise to employ a better plan at backup running back. All indications are they possess that after drafting Mike Washington Jr. with a fourth-round selection .
Washington rushed for 1,070 yards and eight touchdowns at Arkansas last season. He ran the fastest 40-yard dash among all running backs at the NFL Combine with a logged time of 4.33 seconds. Many analysts felt Washington could be a second-round pick , so the Raiders got a potential steal at No. 122 overall.
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