Raiders call up 2 including help at RB with Ashton Jeanty injury
With Ashton Jeanty's status in doubt due to injury, the Raiders have called up help at RB from the practice squad and got help for their thin WR corps.
The Oakland Raiders announced they will be bolstering their roster for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots due to injuries to key players. Wide receiver Jalen Nailor is OUT with a concussion, and starting running back Ashton Jeanty is questionable due to ankle and foot injuries. In response, the Raiders have elevated rookie RB Roman Hemby from the practice squad and called up veteran WR Deven Thompkins to provide support to their already struggling wide receiver corps.
Ashton Jeanty has been experiencing issues with his injured ankle throughout the team's first four games. His condition worsened against the Chiefs, with additional foot injuries diagnosed. Should Jeanty be inactive for Sunday's game, Hemby would serve as the starting running back, with Dylan Laube acting as the primary backup. Thompkins, a veteran receiver and return specialist, will also be added to the roster following his camp appearance with the Raiders.
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