Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was limited to two carries for 9 yards in their 38-33 win over the New York Jets, a career-low for the second-year player. Coach Klint Kubiak made the decision to limit Jeanty's workload, citing the emergence of rookie Mike Washington Jr. as the featured back. Jeanty believed the Jets' defense presented an opportunity to improve his numbers, but did not get the chance to test that theory.
Washington finished with 25 carries for 83 yards, the most by a Raiders player since Jeanty's 102-yard performance in Week 1. Washington was used in early-down situations, while Jeanty mostly played on third down and passing downs. Despite limited touches, Jeanty contributed significantly in the passing game, catching three passes for 64 yards.
His 45-yard reception on the first play of the fourth quarter set up the go-ahead touchdown. The win snapped a four-game losing streak for Las Vegas. Washington said the team brushed off Jeanty's earlier comments about the Jets' defense, noting they are all pros focused on winning.
Kubiak indicated the running back committee approach will be evaluated on film, but both runners remain trusted parts of the offense.
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