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Raiders Rally Behind Ashton Jeanty, Point to Blocking as the Issue

Chip Kelly blames stacked defenses for the run game’s slowdown.

Sep 21, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) is tackled by Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves (39) and Commanders defensive end Dorance Armstrong (92) during the third quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Through three games, the No. 6 pick has 47 carries for 144 yards and a touchdown, averaging 3.1 yards per carry.
  • ESPN and Fantasy Life metrics show Jeanty is often hit at or behind the line (57% of rushes) and has logged roughly all of his yards after contact (~101%).
  • Geno Smith and Pete Carroll said Jeanty has the ability but needs more space, while Kelly noted league-wide rushing efficiency is down through three weeks.
  • Chicago’s Ben Johnson called Jeanty a phenomenal, hard-to-tackle runner as the Bears prepare to face Las Vegas in Week 4.
  • Former All-Pro Lincoln Kennedy urged O-line reinforcements, and outside analysts questioned drafting a running back over trench help given the Raiders’ blocking woes.