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NFL·INJURY·August 24, 2026 08:35 AM ET

Raiders' Ashton Jeanty believed to have sprained ankle

Injury is not considered long term

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 241 min read
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More about Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffering what is believed to be a sprained ankle during Sunday’s practic Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Jeanty was helped off Sunday’s practice after he could not put weight on his right leg. He was injured after landing awkwardly while diving for a pass.

Why it matters: The timing puts Jeanty’s availability in focus as Las Vegas approaches the 2026 regular season. His recovery will shape the Raiders’ preseason workload in the backfield.

What to watch: Watch for a return-to-practice timeline and Jeanty’s status for the regular-season opener.

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