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Underdog Fantasy Football Show fantasy football takes on Mike Washington Jr.
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All Underdog Fantasy Football Show insights about Mike Washington Jr.
NegativeRoleSep 30, 2026
Mike Washington is getting change-of-pace work for the Raiders that the source believes is 'real enough' to expand as he continues to make plays, potentially cutting into Ashton Gentry's workload.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
Had the most explosive play in the Raiders game with a 36-yard touchdown run, though it wasn't the most well-blocked play. The source notes that when Washington entered the game, he immediately produced explosive results, contrasting with Gentry's lack of explosiveness.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Mike Washington had the most explosive running play for the Raiders in Week 3, recording a 36-yard touchdown run, though he was not the primary back; this suggests limited but impactful touches in the Raiders' backfield rotation.NegativeRoleSep 23, 2026
Justin Boone notes that Mike Washington Jr. has not gotten involved in the Raiders backfield as much as expected through two weeks, which is surprising given how things progressed through the summer. Boone still views Washington as a player people should hold onto as a potential one-injury-away guy who could have significant value if Ashton Gentey gets hurt. Gentey had an injury scare last week but returned to the game.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
Mike Washington was a high-value fourth-round pick for the Raiders; he possesses 4.33 speed and a 40-inch vertical. While he is currently an insurance play behind Ashton Gentry, he is a better theoretical fit for the Kubiak offense. If he were in a different backfield, he would be a priority target, but his fantasy value is capped as long as Gentry is healthy.PositiveUsageSep 3, 2026
Mike Washington Jr. is a high-upside handcuff who is expected to earn a significant role in the Raiders' offense, potentially splitting work 65/35 with Ashton Jeanty. Head coach Clint Kubiak has praised his scheme fit and progression. Washington is a massive, explosive athlete (4.33 speed) who has looked dominant in the preseason and is a priority target in the 13th round.PositiveBreakoutAug 24, 2026
Washington has impressed in the preseason with explosive playmaking and receiving ability. With Ashton Gentile potentially missing time, Washington is positioned to see a significant workload increase. The source ranks him around RB39, though he is worth targeting closer to pick 120, viewing him as a high-upside asset who could command a starting role early in the season.PositiveUsageAug 20, 2026
Mike Washington is expected to carve out a significant 30% workload share in the backfield, which is a major increase over the 14% share non-starters received last year. This usage projection makes him a threat to the current starter's volume.PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026
Mike Washington is highlighted as a top-three handcuff with rare athletic traits comparable to Adrian Peterson. The source believes he is an electric prospect who would be a top-15 to top-17 running back if the starter were to miss time.