Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty limited at Thursday practice with ankle and foot issues

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty took a step backward on the practice field Thursday, landing on the team’s injury report as a limited participant due to ankle and foot issues. The downgrade matters because it can influence how the Raiders manage his workload as they move toward their Week 5 game.

According to the injury reporting update, Jeanty was a full participant on Wednesday before being limited on Thursday. That change suggests the ankle and foot problem is active enough to affect day-to-day preparation, even if it has not yet resulted in a more severe designation.

The Raiders are scheduled to issue any formal injury designation for their Week 5 contest against the New England Patriots on Friday. In the NFL, that Friday designation is the key deadline for determining whether a player is cleared to play, held out, or given a specific status for game-day availability.

For Las Vegas, the timing creates a practical problem of planning and depth usage. When a starting-caliber back is limited late in the week, teams commonly adjust practice reps, offensive packages, and the distribution of touches among the backfield to protect the player and reduce the risk of a setback. Even without knowing Jeanty’s ultimate status, Thursday’s report sets up a more cautious preparation window.

Jeanty’s ability to practice normally had been a positive sign in the day-to-day monitoring, especially because he moved from full participation to limited within 24 hours. The shift indicates the Raiders will likely treat the next session as a confirmation point, looking for improvements in mobility, the absence of aggravation, and an ability to handle running and contact-related movements typical for a full workload.

For the Patriots, the situation shapes their defensive week as well. If Jeanty remains limited or is ultimately designated, New England may plan for a different rushing distribution and tempo, while still preparing for the possibility that he could be available on game day. Even when a running back’s status is uncertain, the opponent’s game plan typically has to reflect both scenarios, which can influence practice focus and personnel groupings.