- Injury
Raiders need to make big decision after Ashton Jeanty’s injuries worsen
With Ashton Jeanty sitting out Friday's practice due to worsening injuries, the Raiders may soon be forced to give Mike Washington Jr. an opportunity at running back.
Mike Washington Jr. Start or sit, Week 5
RB · Las Vegas Raiders · #4
Final
2.0 pts
1 car, 5 yds · 1 rec, 5 yds
PPR scoring.
Status
- Depth chart
- RB #2
- Offense
- College
- Arkansas
- Experience
- Rookie
Week
Week 5
Matchup
New England Patriots
DFS salary
$4,200
Projection
3.0
Recent form
2026 season (5 games): 125 rush yds · 2 rec · 4 rec yds
- Wk 5@ NEL 17-455 rush yds, 1 rec, 5 rec yds1.5 pts
- Wk 4vs KCL 27-3018 rush yds, 1 rec, -1 rec yds2.2 pts
- Wk 3@ NOW 35-2754 rush yds, 1 rush TD11.4 pts
- Wk 2@ LACW 26-147 rush yds0.7 pts
- Wk 1vs MIAW 27-1341 rush yds4.1 pts
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Mike Washington Jr.: quick answers
- Who does Mike Washington Jr. play in week 5?
- Mike Washington Jr. faces New England Patriots with the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Is Mike Washington Jr. injured?
- Mike Washington Jr. has no injury designation right now.
- What is Mike Washington Jr.'s DraftKings salary?
- $4,200 for week 5.
What's happening with Mike Washington Jr.
Ashton Jeanty sat out practice Friday as his injuries have worsened, raising concern for the Raiders' backfield. If he's sidelined further, Las Vegas could turn to Mike Washington Jr. for an expanded role at running back. No corresponding injury designation has been confirmed yet for Jeanty's status moving forward.
Source:New York PostOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Ashton Jeanty's status for Week 5 against the Patriots is in question, putting backup Mike Washington Jr. in the spotlight as a potential fill-in. Fantasy analysts are weighing whether Washington becomes a viable start if Jeanty can't go, while Jeanty himself remains a game-time decision to watch closely.
Reported byDraftKings Network,RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Kaelon Black, Mike Washington Jr. and Emmett Johnson are drawing attention as Week 5 waiver wire targets at running back. Each is being floated as a potential add for fantasy rosters looking for depth or breakout value at the position heading into this week's matchups.
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
After opening the season strong, Ashton Jeanty and the Raiders' rushing attack have cooled off in recent weeks. Ahead of facing the Chiefs, Las Vegas is looking to spark the ground game, with Jeanty and Mike Washington Jr. both expected to factor into the backfield plan.
Reported bySilver And Black Pride,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Mike Washington Jr. in our articles
- Game previewNFL Week 5: Las Vegas Raiders (3-1) vs. New England Patriots (2-2) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions
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- Team previewLas Vegas Raiders (3-1) Week 5 Preview vs New England Patriots (2-2): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds
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