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Share✓ Link copied to clipboard! The Raiders enter this offseason with a lot of positional needs, including quarterback. Should they address the position in free agency, they are in a position to go with the best player available.That’s how Pro Football Focus’ Trevor Sikkema sees it playing out, as Las Vegas selected former Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 overall pick in his latest mock draft.”New Raiders general manager John Spytek discussed emulating the Eagles’ team-building strategy of leaning on strong trenches and the run game. I believe Jeanty is firmly in play for Las Vegas at No. 6, as the team earned the lowest PFF rushing grade in the league in 2024,” Sikemma wrote.The Raiders’ running game was poor last season. They ranked last in total yards (79.8 per game) and yards per carry (3.6).Jeanty, who finished with 4,769 yards on 750 carries (6.4 yards per carry) throughout his college career, would significantly boost this area and give offensive coordinator Chip Kelly a dynamic weapon not only on the ground but also in the passing game.Jeanty caught 80 passes for 862 yards (10.8 yards per reception) and six touchdowns throughout three seasons for the Broncos.As head coach Pete Carroll looks for his Marshawn Lynch, Jeanty could be that guy.
