What happened: Ashton Jeanty broke into the open field with a stiff-arm run during MIAvsLV on Sunday. The play came in his first game action after he was cleared for Week 1 following an ankle injury.
Why it matters: His workload was the live variable after the Aug. 23 practice injury. Earlier Wire coverage had him back at full practice Wednesday and cleared by Friday, so each early-contact rep helps frame how much he can handle in the opener.
By the numbers: 2026 preseason: 3 carries, 16 yards, 5.3 yards per carry on Aug. 13. Timeline: ankle injury Aug. 23, full practice Sept. 10, cleared Sept. 11.
What to watch: Watch whether Jeanty keeps a full rushing and receiving role as the game moves into higher-leverage snaps.