Should I Start Ashton Jeanty?

Friday, October 23, 8:06 AM

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was outgained on the ground by rookie Mike Washington Jr. in Week 6, rushing for 22 yards on 10 carries compared with Washington's 43 yards on nine attempts. Jeanty scored a touchdown and caught four passes for 36 yards against Buffalo, part of a 26-reception season total that keeps him in the RB2 range for PPR leagues. His rushing numbers tell a different story. Since opening the season with 102 yards against Miami, Jeanty has managed 211 yards on 75 carries, averaging 2.8 yards per attempt without reaching 60 yards in any of those five games. His workload has slipped from 23, 21 and 19 carries in Weeks 1-3 to 10 in each of his last two appearances. Head coach Klint Kubiak said Las Vegas needs production from all three running backs, giving Washington's stronger Week 6 showing added significance. Washington (foot/back) missed Thursday's practice, leaving his availability for Sunday's matchup with the Los Angeles Rams uncertain.