Ashton Jeanty injury update after Raiders RB's early practice departure

Ashton Jeanty, the Las Vegas Raiders second-year running back, experienced a lower-body injury during practice on Sunday, Aug. 23. Initial reports indicated that he had landed awkwardly and was unable to walk on his right leg, prompting trainers to assist him off the field. The entire team followed suit and said a prayer after Jeanty departed early from practice.

NFL insider Ian Rapoport later reported that Jeanty sustained a sprained ankle, which is believed to be less severe than initially thought. While there is a possibility that he may miss Week 1's game against the Miami Dolphins, the Raiders remain optimistic that he will be healthy enough for the game. Ashton Jeanty, who played in all 17 games during his rookie campaign last year, has not missed any games due to injury before or since his NFL career began in 2025.