Raiders Build Thunder and Lightning Backfield

The Raiders are doubling down on the run game under new head coach Klint Kubiak, who’s built a playbook centered around pounding the rock. They’ve bolstered their backfield by drafting rookie Mike Washington Jr. — a late-round steal many thought would go much higher — to back up first-round pick Ashton Jeanty. With Kubiak’s “thunder and lightning” approach, both backs will get plenty of work, keeping them fresh and maximizing their impact. This isn’t just depth — it’s a deliberate, sustainable plan to make the Raiders’ offense a rushing powerhouse. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/6501ee971277fcb1