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Raiders' Ashton Jeanty Reverts to Upright Stance, Delivers Week 4 Breakout

After an offseason bid to lower his posture, the rookie returned to what feels natural and now has Pete Carroll’s explicit approval.

Overview

  • Jeanty stood upright again in Week 4 and produced 155 yards from scrimmage, including 138 rushing, with three total touchdowns.
  • Offensive coordinator Chip Kelly had pressed for a conventional bent-knee setup through Weeks 1–3 before Jeanty insisted, “It works, so no need to change it.”
  • ESPN tracking shows he was hit at or behind the line on 27 of his first 47 carries (57%), fueling criticism of the blocking and scheme.
  • Tim Brown faulted the usage and line play, and Shannon Sharpe called Kelly’s attempt to change the stance unnecessary.
  • Entering Week 5, Jeanty leads all rookies with 282 rushing yards and faces the Colts in a matchup featuring missed-tackle standouts, while Las Vegas also absorbs the loss of LT Kolton Miller to injured reserve.