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RaidersAshton Jeanty Faces Early Scrutiny After Quiet Debut as Carroll Calls for Patience

Coach Pete Carroll cites debut jitters, expecting improvement with growing offensive line chemistry.

Overview

  • The No. 6 pick logged 19 carries for 38 yards and a touchdown in Las Vegas’ 20-13 win at New England in Week 1.
  • NBC Sports analyst Chris Simms criticized the rookie’s debut, saying he saw a lack of explosion and that Jeanty had not impressed him yet.
  • Carroll said Jeanty was “hyped” and too eager on his reads in his first NFL game and predicted he will “play way better” with experience.
  • Per Pro Football Focus, Jeanty recorded 44 yards after contact despite 38 total rushing yards, with coaches pointing to timing and targeting issues up front.
  • The Raiders kept Jeanty heavily involved with an 86% snap share, and his next test comes Monday night against the Chargers.