The Las Vegas Raiders have selected Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the sixth overall pick, signaling a clear direction for their new regime under General Manager John Spytek and Head Coach Pete Carroll. Jeanty’s impressive performance in his final season, running for 2,601 yards, has earned him praise from the team’s leadership. According to Spytek, Jeanty is a “foundational piece” at the running back position, which the Raiders value highly.
Head Coach Pete Carroll elaborated on Jeanty’s abilities, saying that he possesses “marvelous talent” in terms of his ability to make defenders miss and bounce off tackles. Carroll described Jeanty as dynamic, capable of scoring on any play, and praised his power running and short-yardage skills. With the addition of Jeanty, the Raiders are set to join the growing trend of the “running back revival,” alongside notable players like Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry.
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