Mike Washington Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Unproductive against Niners Washington turned six carries into minus-three yards in Sunday's 38-17 loss to the 49ers.

Impact The rookie running back wasn't targeted in the passing game. One week after getting a trial run as the Raiders' clear lead back, a game in which he failed to produce with 25 carries, Washington was out-snapped 32 to 17 by Ashton Jeanty against San Francisco. Washington has done nothing to suggest he's warranted more carries for Las Vegas. He's averaging just 3.9 yards per carry on 71 totes this season and has shown nothing as a pass catcher. Washington is nothing more than a fantasy bench stash, but the Raiders' rushing attack seems broken as a whole.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Raiders' Klint Kubiak has 3-word response to running back dilemma Mike Washington Jr. carried the ball 25 times for the Raiders last Sunday. Ashton Jeanty got it twice. If you’re wondering how the sixth pic...

6 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

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NOVEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Workload breakdown a 'week-to-week' decision Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said Wednesday that the breakdown in carries between Washington and Ashton Jeanty will be determined on a week-to-week basis, Ryan McFadden of ESPN....

Impact Per Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com, Kubiak said that he "absolutely" believes that Jeanty can be a bell cow running back, but at least for the time being, he looks like he'll be part of a timeshare with Washington.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

The Raiders got a vintage comeback from Kirk Cousins. They may need his heroics in upcoming stretch

Kirk Cousins is no stranger to big comebacks

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Week 9 waiver wire FAAB: Mike Washington Jr., Tyler Allgeier top fantasy adds Ashton Jeanty got two carries to Washington’s 25, while Jeremiyah Love’s ankle and Jordyn Tyson’s possible debut reshape Week 9 FAAB bidding...

NOVEMBER 2 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

After Jeanty's criticism, Glenn's Jets defense falls flat in second half of loss to Raiders

The New York Jets couldn't hold a second-half lead against the Las Vegas Raiders in a 38-33 loss

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Career-high 25 carries in Week 8 win Washington rushed 25 times for 83 yards and wasn't targeted in Sunday's 38-33 win over the Jets.

Impact Washington got 25 carries to Ashton Jeanty's two, though Jeanty notched 64 receiving yards on four targets while Washington wasn't involved as a pass catcher. Head coach Klint Kubiak revealed after the game that Jeanty's meager rushing workload was by design, per Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com, though Kubiak added that added that Jeanty is "still going to be a big part of our team" moving forward. Sunday marked the first time Washington has notched double-digit carries in a regular-season game. The rookie fourth-round pick is averaging 4.3 yards per carry compared to Jeanty's 3.1 YPC heading into a Week 9 road game against the 49ers.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders rally past the Jets 38-33 as Kirk Cousins leads a comeback to snap a 4-game skid

Kirk Cousins threw three touchdown passes, including a 2-yard toss to Jalen Nailor in the fourth quarter, leading the Las Vegas Raiders to a 38-33 comeback win over the New York Je...

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Raiders' run game sputters again as Ashton Jeanty struggles behind shaky blocking

The Raiders have been struggling with their running game, despite drafting Ashton Jeanty sixth overall last year

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Leads team with 27 rushing yards in loss Washington rushed six times for 27 yards in Sunday's 35-21 loss to the Rams.

Impact Despite dealing with foot and back injuries throughout the practice week, Washington played against Los Angeles and handled his normal workload behind starter Ashton Jeanty. Even though Jeanty again handled more carries, Washington ended up leading the team in rushing yards on a day the Raiders ran for just 48 yards. Washington is pushing Jeanty for more rushing work, but it's not enough at this point to warrant starting the rookie running back in fantasy.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Matthew Stafford sets Rams TD pass record as Los Angeles rolls past Raiders 35-21

The Los Angeles Rams are looking more like the team previously favored to win the Super Bowl

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Good to go for Week 7 Washington (foot/back) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact A limited participant to begin Week 7 prep while managing the pair of injuries, Washington ended up sitting out entirely during practices Thursday and Friday before taking a questionable tag into Sunday. Despite Washington's lack of on-field reps to close out the week, the Raiders weren't compelled to sign or add another running back from their practice squad ahead of the contest, which suggests the rookie will be ready to handle his normal role as the top backup to lead back Ashton Jeanty. Washington has been a productive complement to Jeanty this season, averaging 4.9 yards per carry on 34 totes.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed game-time decision Washington (foot/back) is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Rams, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.

Impact Washington managed just one limited session (Wednesday) during Week 7 prep due to foot and back injuries, but a listing of questionable has kept the door open for the rookie fourth-round pick to suit up Sunday. His status will be clarified about 90 minutes before a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but if Washington is inhibited or sidelined, Dylan Laube will be the primary backup ro No. 1 RB Ashton Jeanty.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Sunday Washington (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Sam Warren of The Athletic reports.

Impact Washington has barely practiced this week, and it seems like he could be on the wrong side of the questionable tag as a rookie who hasn't seen many practice reps during Week 7 prep. If Washington is unable to gain clearance against Los Angeles, Dylan Laube would likely see increased snaps behind Ashton Jeanty.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Friday's practice Washington (foot) was not spotted at Friday's practice, Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Impact With Washington having already been downgraded to a non-participant Thursday, his absence Friday casts more doubt on his availability for Sunday's game against the Rams. Dylan Laube could be in line for more backfield work behind Ashton Jeanty.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to DNP on Thursday Washington (foot/back) downgraded to DNP on Thursday, Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee reports.

Impact After being limited in Wednesday's practice, Thursday's downgrade is an ominous sign for Washington's availability Sunday against the Rams. If the rookie running back is unable to play, Ashton Jeanty and Dylan Laube would be in line to handle most of the backfield work for Las Vegas.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Looks set to miss Thursday's practice Washington (foot/back) wasn't on the field for the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, Sam Warren of The Athletic reports.

Impact After taking limited reps Wednesday due to a pair of injuries, Washington looks like he'll be downgraded to a non-participant for the Raiders' second practice of Week 7.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

The Raiders Are Getting Better, So Why Is RB Ashton Jeanty Getting Worse?

Former first-round pick Ashton Jeanty is averaging just 3.2 yards per carry and might see a reduced workload. What’s behind his regression?

OCTOBER 22 • FOX SPORTS

The Raiders Are Getting Better, So Why Is RB Ashton Jeanty Getting Worse?

Limited Wednesday Washington (foot/back) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Around The NFL reports.

Impact It's the first time this season Washington has been listed on the injury report, and it's unclear if his injuries are anything notable or just some general soreness. The rookie running back logged a season-high 34.8 percent of the Raiders' offensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Bills, and he matched his season high with nine carries. Washington has appeared to be closing the gap some on Ashton Jeanty atop the depth chart, as Jeanty has been extremely inefficient with his rushing attempts this season.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

Can Seahawks Be Kenneth Walker's Kryptonite? Why Sunday Could Flip Narrative On Chiefs RB

Upon Further Review: Just How Off We Were On Rams, Chargers; Ashton Jeanty A Bust?

How were we so wrong in expecting big things from Los Angeles teams this year? And how long before you can say Ashton Jeanty isn't very good...

OCTOBER 20 • FOX SPORTS

Upon Further Review: Just How Off We Were On Rams, Chargers; Ashton Jeanty A Bust?

Leads team in rushing in loss Washington rushed nine times for 43 yards in Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Bills. He added one catch for seven yards on one target.

Impact After touching the ball just two times in Week 5 against New England, Washington ended up leading the Raiders in rushing against Buffalo. His nine carries were just one fewer than Ashton Jeanty, though Jeanty remained a fixture in the passing game, seeing six targets. Washington remains one of the better fantasy bench stashes, as Jeanty continues to play at less than 100 percent health.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Only two touches in Week 5 loss Washington logged a five-yard carry and caught his lone target for five yards during the Raiders' 45-17 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Impact Ashton Jeanty ended up being cleared to play Sunday after working through ankle and foot injuries during Week 5 prep, so Washington operated in his usual rotational role. He ended playing one five offensive snaps, well behind Jeanty (45) and Dylan Laube (23), so Washington's grip on the RB2 role seems to have weakened. The Raiders will return home for their next two games, starting with a Week 7 tilt against the Bills on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to see major boost Washington should be in line for his regular role Sunday against New England with Ashton Jeanty (foot/ankle) listed as active for the contest.

Impact Washington was a hot name on the waiver wire this week after news surfaced of starter Ashton Jeanty dealing with a plantar fasciitis flare-up. The ankle/foot problems forced Jeanty to practice in a limited basis Thursday and miss Friday's session entirely, leading to some speculation that Jeanty would be in danger of missing the Week 5 matchup. Of course, Washington would have taken on a much greater role in that situation, but Jeanty's pregame warmup appeared to go well, and he was ultimately cleared for action. Washington still would be the next man up in the event of a re-injury or other form of aggravation, however.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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