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Raiders’ Blocking Woes Are Stifling Ashton Jeanty as Team Opts for Only Limited O-Line Tweaks

Coach Pete Carroll signaled a possible return to Jackson Powers-Johnson at right guard, keeping the rest of the lineup intact for now.

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Overview

  • Jeanty logged a season-high 17 carries for 63 yards in Week 3 and has 144 rushing yards on 47 attempts through three games, roughly 3.1 yards per carry.
  • Carroll acknowledged the line’s struggles and said Jackson Powers-Johnson will get a chance to reclaim right guard from Alex Cappa, with rookie linemen deemed not ready.
  • Geno Smith was sacked five times against Washington and pressured on 64.7% of dropbacks, as Las Vegas sits tied for second most sacks allowed this season with 12.
  • Advanced metrics highlight the blocking issues: ESPN charted Jeanty contacted at or behind the line on 57% of his rushes, and Field Yates noted his 145 yards after contact exceed his 144 rushing yards.
  • Position grades and film point to right-side breakdowns, with DJ Glaze and Cappa allowing the bulk of Week 3 pressures, while teammates and commentators urge better support and clearer run-game solutions.