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Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with sprained ankle
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Key Points:
- Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty suffered a right leg injury during practice and was diagnosed with a sprained ankle.
- The team has not specified whether the sprain is high or low ankle, and the expected recovery time remains uncertain.
- Despite initial concerns, the injury is not considered long-term, allowing the Raiders to remain optimistic about Jeanty's return.
- Jeanty, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 draft, had a strong rookie season with 1,321 yards from scrimmage and 10 total touchdowns.
- He is expected to be a key player in the Raiders' offense in 2026 under new head coach Klint Kubiak.
