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Kubiak Signals Two-Back Raiders Plan to Ease Ashton Jeanty’s Load

Las Vegas enters the tampering window with ample resources to pursue a wingman for its three-down starter.

Overview

  • At the Combine, Klint Kubiak said the Raiders will build a two-man backfield to share carries with Ashton Jeanty.
  • Jeanty logged 266 rushes as a rookie, prompting plans to reduce his workload in Year 2.
  • With just over $89 million in cap space and 10 draft picks, Las Vegas is weighing free agents and rookies as the March 9 tampering period nears.
  • Raheem Mostert and Zamir White are set to reach free agency, signaling likely turnover behind Jeanty.
  • Reported options include veterans such as Kenneth Walker III or Rachaad White, and combine riser Mike Washington Jr. profiles as a draft fit; Kubiak also emphasized adding a true fullback.