Raiders optimistic injured RB Ashton Jeanty will be ready for season opener
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It has been just ten days since Ashton Jeanty went down with an injury in Raiders camp and didn't return. That was Sunday, August 23, which was exactly three weeks from the start of the Raiders' 2026 season. Making today right about the halfway point. And as of today, the Raiders seem to be feeling pretty good about Jeanty's chances of playing.
Today head coach Klint Kubiak was asked for an update on Jeanty, and he said "He's continuing to improve" and as to whether he is confident Jeanty will be available for the opener, he gave a firm "Yes."
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This would seem to add to what GM Johh Spytek said of Jeanty the day before.
“I expect him to be back as quick as he can, maybe quicker than some people would expect," Spytek said of Jeanty.
Now, obviously, that's not a definitive timeline. But, then again, neither is being optimistic. However, it's probably a far cry from the fears the team initially had when Jeanty went down in practice.
The fear there is a knee injury such as an ACL, MCL, or meniscus. Tests revealed it was a sprained ankle, which is great news. But even then, ankle sprain can vary is severity. How he progressed in his recovery would tell the story.
And thus far it looks like the Raiders are pleased. Even being optimistic about his availability for the opener is a major positive.
This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: Raiders optimistic injured RB Ashton Jeanty will be ready for season opener