Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty listed questionable for Sunday vs. Patriots after foot issue

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is reportedly questionable for Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots after a foot injury that surfaced during practice this week. According to Yahoo Sports, Jeanty suffered the issue in practice on Thursday and did not practice on Friday as the Raiders worked toward their upcoming opponent.

For a team built around its early-down offense, a starting running back’s availability is rarely a small storyline. Jeanty’s role as the Raiders’ feature back means his snap share can influence the entire week of preparation for both the run game and the play-action passing game. Even if he is able to dress, limitations stemming from a foot injury can affect how often he is used in higher-velocity rushing situations and in pass-protection reps.

The report frames the situation as a day-to-day question rather than a confirmed absence. Jeanty was listed as questionable, which typically indicates the team will make a decision closer to kickoff based on how he is able to move, practice, and complete game-week work. The Raiders’ practice participation on Friday is an important detail, because it suggests the coaching staff was not comfortable advancing him through the normal workload.

From the Patriots’ perspective, the timing of this question adds complexity to game planning. Defensive staffs prepare for a specific style of ballcarrier usage, including whether a team will lean on interior running, outside runs, and the kinds of motions or formations that pair with the lead back. If Jeanty cannot play or is limited, Las Vegas could have to shift to a different personnel group or adjust its expectations for early-down efficiency.

The NFL’s practice-to-game mechanics also matter here. A player who misses a full practice day with an injury is often measured by what he can do in walkthroughs, meetings, and any limited sessions that follow. With kickoff approaching, the Raiders will look for signs that the foot can handle the sudden changes in direction, deceleration, and lower-body leverage required for rushing routes and inside-zone type cuts.

There are also matchup-level knock-on effects. When a team’s lead runner’s status is uncertain, offensive coordinators may change how they call first-half run-pass sequences, how they design protections, and whether they keep the same third-down tendencies that would normally be installed around the back’s receiving usage and pass-pro skill set. Those adjustments can be subtle, but they often show up in the kinds of rushing attempts that are emphasized and the frequency of play-action looks.

Jeanty’s availability will be the headline to watch as the week moves forward. If he practices fully later in the weekend, the “questionable” designation could become less restrictive. If he remains limited or does not return to practice, the Raiders would likely need to emphasize other options behind their starter and ensure protections and formations are aligned with whoever takes over the primary carries.