Overview

• In Week 4 against the Bears, the No. 6 pick rushed for 138 yards at 6.6 per carry and scored three touchdowns for 155 yards from scrimmage.
• The rookie reverted to the straight-up “Michael Myers” look he used at Boise State after trying a bent stance for Weeks 1–3 at OC Chip Kelly’s urging, saying it helps him relax and read the defense.
• Carroll said he “loved” the switch and Jeanty said he and the coaches are aligned on keeping it, after totaling just 144 rushing yards over the first three games.
• Analysts still cite blocking concerns, with ESPN data showing contact at or behind the line on 27 of his 47 rushes (57%) and reports placing the Raiders last in run‑block win rate near 62% with 18 tackles for loss.
• Week 4 also featured schematic tweaks—more spread looks, outside‑zone runs and swing passes—suggesting the surge reflected both comfort in stance and changes in play design and execution.