Raiders' Ashton Jeanty Injured with Sprained Ankle

LAS VEGAS -- Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was helped off the practice field on Sunday without putting any weight on his right leg. The second-year rusher had been having a strong practice when he landed awkwardly while diving for a catch thrown by Kirk Cousins during 11-on-11 drills. His teammates immediately froze as he lay on the ground. Trainers attended to him before helping him up and aiding him off the field.

As he departed, the entire team got down on a knee and stayed silent for a moment before resuming practice. The team did not immediately provide information on Jeanty's injury after practice. According to an ESPN report, Jeanty is believed to have sprained his ankle. The Raiders remain unsure how long he will be out, but it is not considered a long-term injury.

Jeanty is coming off a quality rookie season in Las Vegas, totaling over 1,300 yards with 10 total scores. Throughout the day, he had been splitting reps with rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. It is presumed that Washington will begin handling the first-team reps while Jeanty is sidelined. The running back with the most rushing yardage on the Raiders roster, besides Jeanty, is Dare Ogunbowale, who has 594 career rush yards and 850 career receiving yards.

Washington proved to be capable in his first NFL preseason action against the Arizona Cardinals, where he ran six times for 63 yards, including a 53-yard run. He showed potential in pass protection and as a weapon in the passing game. Following that, he delivered a strong performance against the Houston Texans, running nine times for 56 yards and adding two catches for 18 yards. Should Jeanty miss any time due to his injury, the Raiders seem to have a dependable back ready to fill his position.