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Got only 2 carries against the Jets to Washington's 25 but caught 3 passes for 64 yards; leads all RBs in catches and receiving yards, keeping him in RB2 tier in PPR with Klint Kubiak leaving the split open week to week. Prioritized over Washington against 49ers defense allowing league-low 2.20 yards after contact per RB carry.

Ashton Jeanty featured prominently in the Raiders' 38-33 Week 8 victory over the Jets, running with the football during the second half as Las Vegas improved to .500 with their best record since 2021.

Jeanty saw a dramatic 25-2 carry split against the Jets, which was partially punitive for his bulletin board comments about the Jets' defense; moving forward, the workload should be closer to 50-50 with Mike Washington Jr., though Jeanty's future in Las Vegas is uncertain and could be a trade candidate if another team offered a second-round pick.

Jeanty is listed among players who could potentially be traded at the deadline (third-fourth fringe tier), though the source indicates they will elaborate on his situation later in the discussion.

Ashton Jeanty saw a dramatic 25-2 carry split last week, which the source characterizes as partially punitive for his 'bulletin board' comments about the Jets' defense, though the running game's struggles also played a role. Jeanty wasn't making things better despite the offensive line issues not being entirely his fault. Moving forward, the source expects a closer to 50-50 workload with Mike Washington Jr. As for Jeanty's future in Las Vegas, the source would seriously consider trading him for a second-round pick if offered, though doesn't expect that to happen. Depending on how the next couple of months play out, it could become a big offseason topic.

Jeanty is mentioned as a potential trade deadline candidate in the third-fourth fringe tier, but the source defers detailed analysis, noting the running back will be discussed further in subsequent coverage. No immediate trade expected given the Raiders' playoff positioning.

While Jeanty has earned fewer carries due to inefficiency, his receiving skillset remains elite: he doesn't have a game with target share under 10%, and his 26% TPRR ranks third among 39 RBs with 150+ snaps, with a 15%+ target rate. However, his upcoming schedule is brutal. The 49ers defense allows the most YPG to opposing RBs, but Denver has allowed just one rushing TD since Week 6 (George Holani) and only one 100-yard rusher (Kenneth Walker). Matchups against Cleveland (31st in receiving yards allowed to RBs) and the Chargers (26th) don't improve the outlook. Even if Jeanty retakes the RB1 role, poor run blocking will force reliance on his receiving skillset, making him a sell despite elite receiving metrics.

Listed as a GPP-only play for the SF vs. LV matchup in the Week 9 DFS main slate, indicating the source recommends Jeanty for tournament play but not cash games due to higher variance.

Jeanty is favored over Mike Washington for Week 9 due to his work in the passing game. While Washington controlled goal-line carries, Jeanty's versatility makes Week 9 a Jeanty game, suggesting he will see increased opportunities in the split backfield.

Jeanty's red zone efficiency (1.6 ypc on 22 attempts for 36 yards inside the 20-yard line) is better than Washington's 1.2 ypc, and he's viewed as the better option at getting tough yards; potential formula for Kubiak moving forward could involve Washington helping get the offense into the red zone and then Jeanty taking over with fresh legs for scoring opportunities.

Demoted to third-down option and backup role in Week 8 against the Jets with just two carries and three catches after head coach Klint Kubiak made the workload shift; Kubiak's decision may have been punitive-based due to Jeanty's comments to the Jets media about New York's defense not wanting to tackle, though Kubiak indicated workload splits will vary game-to-game based on performance.

Reduced to third-down role with just 2 carries and 3 catches vs Jets after giving Jets 'bulletin board material' with comments about New York's defense; season 3.1 ypc average; red zone production 1.6 ypc on 22 attempts for 36 yards, slightly better than Washington's 1.2 ypc but on larger sample; potentially positioned as option to get offense into red zone with fresh legs while Washington handles early-down work; workload split may vary game-to-game per Kubiak.

Jeanty is second on the Raiders with 37 receptions for 376 yards and three touchdowns this season. He may have received a soft benching last week, as his snap share dipped significantly in favor of rookie Mike Washington. Despite the reduced usage, Jeanty remains a very talented pass catcher and will draw Fred Warner's attention in coverage this weekend, as the 49ers work to mitigate the Raiders' passing game threat through the running back position.

Raiders RB is one of the most targeted running backs in the NFL this season with 37 receptions for 376 yards and 3 TDs; second on the Raiders in receptions. However, snap share dipped significantly last week in favor of rookie Mike Washington, suggesting a potential soft benching. Despite reduced role, remains a talented pass catcher and will draw Fred Warner's top assignment this weekend.

Ashton Jeanty, a former first-round pick, has transitioned to a complementary back role behind Mike Washington Jr. in the Raiders' backfield, indicating reduced offensive touches and role clarity in a two-back system.

Transitioned to complementary back role behind Mike Washington Jr. after the Raiders' offensive shift. Despite being a former first-round pick, Jeanty is now in a secondary rushing role as the Raiders' rushing attack has improved with Washington Jr. as the lead back.