Although Ashton Jeanty was a juggernaut in college, the Las Vegas Raiders riskily used the No. 6 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft on a running back when they knew (or should have known) that their offensive line was a big question mark heading into the new season. Their blueprint has yet to pay dividends, as the Heisman Trophy runner-up is averaging a measly 3.1 yards per carry behind a fragile wall of protection. Now, the organization has to pivot, otherwise its investment could be an absolute disaster.

One individual who presumably has close ties to the Raiders after playing and broadcasting for them believes the front office will eventually bring in more reinforcements to help with blocking.

“Right now, the Raiders don’t even have a true starting five, so how can they make c

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