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Running back Mike Washington Jr. The 6-foot-2 and 228-pound fourth-round pick (122nd overall) from Arkansas showcased the power, speed, and vision throughout the preseason slate as he had eight carries for 49 yards (6.1 yards per carry average) against the 49ers... Kubiak indicated Friday that Washington will see the field a lot this season even when Jeanty is fully healthy.
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Fourth-round rookie will see significant field time even when Jeanty is healthy; 7.3 YPC in preseason.
Fourth-round pick (122nd overall) from Arkansas emphatically made the roster and will be a regular contributor on offense; showcased power, speed, and vision with eight carries for 49 yards (6.1 yards per carry) against the 49ers in the preseason finale. Across the full preseason slate, Washington accumulated 23 carries for 168 yards (7.3 yards per carry average). Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated Friday that Washington will see the field a lot this season even when starting tailback Ashton Jeanty is fully healthy, suggesting a significant carry split between the two young tailbacks. Rich Gannon noted Washington will need to prove he can be a trusted pass protector on obvious passing downs and develop as a route runner and pass catcher out of the backfield to become a versatile option in Kubiak's offense, especially with Jeanty potentially missing games due to an ankle injury to start the regular season.
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