{
  "id": 577430,
  "title": "Raiders' Ashton Jeanty receiving plans for 2026 season should be very exciting",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/raiders-ashton-jeanty-receiving-plans-for-2026-season-should-be-very",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-11T15:32:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/raiders-ashton-jeanty-receiving-plans-153210970.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Raiders' defensive lineman Ashton Jeanty has received plans for the 2026 season that are anticipated to be very exciting, according to ESPN's Dan Graziano. The 2025 season for the Las Vegas Raiders was a struggle, but it led to the team drafting Fernando Mendoza first overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. While Mendoza may not start immediately, the focus will be on other young offensive players, with Jeanty potentially emerging as the most exciting prospect.\n\nJeanty, who was the Raiders' sixth overall pick in the 2025 draft, had a challenging rookie season with 55 receptions for 346 yards and five touchdowns. However, the team believes he can be a significant contributor in the passing game for the 2026 season. Graziano reports that the Raiders plan to increase Jeanty's involvement in the passing game, utilizing him more with 73 targets as a rookie.\n\nDespite running the ball 266 times for 975 yards and five touchdowns, Jeanty's rushing numbers were not impressive due to a poor offensive line. However, with a stronger line expected in 2026, Jeanty could see a significant increase in his rushing attempts and yards. This combination of a better offensive line, improved coaching staff, and potential quarterback play could make Jeanty a powerhouse for the Raiders in the upcoming season. Raiders fans can look forward to witnessing the growth and development of this promising 22-year-old running back.",
  "summary": "This plan for the second-year RB is a very exciting one.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}