Jeanty Injury Could Delay Mendoza's Debut | Las Vegas Raiders News

Raiders’ star running back Ashton Jeanty’s injury—possibly just a sprained ankle—could ripple through the team’s 2026 plans, especially for rookie QB Fernando Mendoza. With Kirk Cousins currently starting, the Raiders are cautious about rushing Mendoza into action without a strong supporting offense. Losing Jeanty could weaken that foundation, delaying his debut—or making it harder to build confidence around him. The team’s goal? Avoid repeating David Carr’s early-career struggles. Keep an eye on how this injury shapes the offensive timeline. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/975de92b851e3111