The Las Vegas Raiders made waves this offseason, reshaping their roster with bold moves across the board. From securing a new quarterback to fortifying both sides of the ball and shoring up the offensive line, the franchise is clearly signaling its intent to compete — now. But even after a productive offseason, there’s one glaring hole left to fill: a dynamic, game-breaking running back who can elevate the entire offense.
That’s where Ashton Jeanty enters the conversation.
Fresh off a record-breaking season in college football, Jeanty has exploded onto the NFL Draft radar as one of the most electrifying backs available. With his rare blend of vision, acceleration, and pass-catching ability, he offers exactly what head coach Pete Carroll covets in a bell-cow runner — physicality, versatility, and the ability to change the game on any snap.
For a team now poised to build around a more balanced, run-heavy offense, Jeanty could be a Day 1 contributor. His ability to find gaps behind a revamped offensive line and break off explosive plays fits perfectly with Carroll’s ground-and-pound philosophy. More importantly, his reliable hands make him a threat on third down — something the Raiders have sorely lacked in recent years.
The Raiders aren’t just looking for another running back. They’re searching for an identity. And in Jeanty, they may have found the final puzzle piece to complete a suddenly promising offense.
If Las Vegas wants to turn the corner in 2025, drafting Ashton Jeanty shouldn’t just be an option — it should be a priority.
