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With their first draft pick in the Pete Carroll era, the Las Vegas Raiders made a big splash by using the No. 6 overall pick on Ashton Jeanty, possibly the most hyped running back prospect of the decade so far.

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By most accounts, the Las Vegas Raiders had a productive NFL Draft, hauling in players that addressed many of their most significant needs. After finishing last in the National Football League in rushing last season, the Raiders drafted running back Ashton Jeanty.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 14

Raiders' Ashton Jeanty Looks Up to Marshawn Lynch

Las Vegas Raiders fans hope they have a franchise cornerstone with running back Ashton Jeanty. The No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft hopes to carry a Raiders ground game that struggled mightily in 2024.

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Ashton Jeanty likely competing for snaps early on

When the Las Vegas Raiders drafted Ashton Jeanty with the sixth overall pick in April, it was with the expectation that he would be their starting running back early on.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 13

What are Raiders Getting in Ashton Jeanty?

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new star in their backfield. Former Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty joins the Silver and Black after an illustrious collegiate career.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Gridiron Heroics / June 13

Las Vegas Raiders: Pete Carroll Drops Major Hint About Ashton Jeanty Usage

There are notable new faces on the Las Vegas Raiders, who are hoping that the additions will make a big impact right away. Among those are head coach Pete Carroll and rookie running back Ashton Jeanty.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Talk / June 13

Pete Carroll: Ashton Jeanty and Raheem Mostert could split time as "Thunder and Lightning"

The Raiders didn't draft running back Ashton Jeanty with the sixth overall pick to keep him on the draft, but coach Pete Carroll says Jeanty's presence doesn't rule out a committee approach at running back for the Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / June 12

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Las Vegas Raiders News / ESPN / June 12

Raiders praise 'coachable' Jeanty at minicamp

Raiders coach Pete Carroll delivered high praise for rookie running back Ashton Jeanty following the final day of minicamp Thursday.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Boise State Broncos on SI / June 12

Ashton Jeanty ‘Straight Up’ stance included in new EA Sports video game

Ashton Jeanty will not be shredding college defenses next season, but his famous upright pre-snap stance will be available for use in EA Sports College Football 26. In a recent leak from a test version of the video game, running backs are now given the option of having a “Straight Up” stance.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Boise State Broncos on SI / June 11

Hall of Fame Raiders wide receiver has surprising comparison for Ashton Jeanty

Over the last nine months, Ashton Jeanty’s skillset has been linked to several of the NFL’s greatest running backs. Alvin Kamara, Bijan Robinson, Emmitt Smith and LaDainian Tomlinson have all been compared to Jeanty, who led the country in carries (374), rushing yards (2,601) and rushing touchdowns (29) during his junior season for Boise State.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 11

Raiders' John Spytek Evaluates Ashton Jeanty Decision

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Las Vegas struggled to run the

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / June 11

Raiders' Legend Tim Brown Speaks on RB Ashton Jeanty

The Las Vegas Raiders got a special player in new running back Ashton Jeanty. The Silver and Black took Jeanty with the sixth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Boise State Broncos News / Boise State Broncos on SI / June 10

College Football Playoff return trip? Boise State is the Group of 5’s top contender

Despite losing star running back Ashton Jeanty and several other impact players, Boise State is expected to remain firmly in the mix for a College Football Playoff berth.

Las Vegas Raiders News / LAFB Network / June 10

Las Vegas Raiders Share Early Look At Versatile Role For Game Changing Rookie

The Las Vegas Raiders didn’t select Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 overall pick to let him ease into things — and early signs suggest they won’t. At Wednesday’s open OTA session, Jeanty took the first-team reps in the backfield and immediately demanded attention from defenders, showcasing why the new regime views him as a foundational piece.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / June 7

Raiders veteran could play pivotal role for offense this season

The excitement around Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty is palpable, and he is expected to earn a role as the workhorse back quickly.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Raiders Reportedly Using Ashton Jeanty in Unique Role at OTAs

The Las Vegas Raiders had the worst rushing attack in the league during the 2024 NFL season. Led by Zamir White and Alexander Mattison, the Silver and Black mustered a league-low 79.8 yards per game on the ground.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 6

Ashton Jeanty workhorse role not a certainty after all

The Las Vegas Raiders went all in on Ashton Jeanty, selecting the former Boise State running back sixth overall in the 2025 draft. While there are some huge expectations for Jeanty in his rookie season, another Raiders running back could carve out a role in the offense.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / June 6

Ashton Jeanty shows at OTAs that he can be more than just a running back for the Raiders in his rookie season

Everyone knew that the Las Vegas Raiders were going to be taking Ashton Jeanty in the 2025 NFL Draft. Sure, some last-minute smokescreens of Armand Membou, who went to the New York Jets, and Kelvin Banks, who went to the New Orleans Saints, threw everyone for a loop.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / June 5