What happened: Las Vegas opens its 2026 regular season Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX and FOX One. The fourth-round rookie handled 23 carries over three preseason games without a fumble.
Why it matters: That production gives the Raiders a productive depth option as the regular-season rotation takes shape. The opener offers the first measure of how his preseason efficiency translates to meaningful snaps.
By the numbers: Washington averaged 7.3 yards per carry and 56.0 per game; his 53-yard long accounted for 31.5% of his preseason total. He scored no rushing touchdowns.
What to watch: Watch Washington's snap count and share of early-down carries Sunday.