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Raiders' Ashton Jeanty poised for a breakout 2026 season with new QB in tow
TL;DR
Ashton Jeanty of the Las Vegas Raiders is set for a breakout 2026 season alongside new quarterback Fenrando Mendoza, following a productive draft. The team aims to compete in the tough AFC West division after a decent 2025 season.
Key points
- Ashton Jeanty is a running back for the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Fenrando Mendoza was selected as the first overall pick in the draft.
- The Raiders aim to improve in the competitive AFC West division.
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The Las Vegas Raiders have had a very productive and affluent past two drafts. After securing running back Ashton Jeanty in 2025, they followed it up by getting the first-overall pick and using it on breakout star, National Champion, and Heisman winner, Fenrando Mendoza.
After a good, but not great 2025, the Raiders are hoping (and praying) that this new 1-2 punch can bring them back into the competitive fold. There are plenty of new and exciting contenders in the AFC, but you have to believe that the AFC West is still going to be the toughest division in all of football.
This is where the pressure resides more on Jeanty than on Mendoza. Sophomore slumps are a very real thing in the NFL, as well as many sports around the world. Alex Kay of Bleacher Report added Jeanty to the players who will develop into stars, rather than succumb to the slump.
Q&A
What impact will Fenrando Mendoza have on Ashton Jeanty's performance in 2026?
Fenrando Mendoza is expected to enhance Ashton Jeanty's performance, forming a strong 1-2 punch that could revitalize the Raiders' offense.
How did Ashton Jeanty perform in his rookie season with the Raiders?
Ashton Jeanty had a good but not exceptional rookie season in 2025, setting the stage for potential growth in 2026.
What challenges does Ashton Jeanty face in the 2026 NFL season?
Ashton Jeanty faces the challenge of avoiding a sophomore slump while competing in the highly competitive AFC West division.
