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Ashton Jeanty Cuts Sugar, Tightens Conditioning as Raiders Eye Year‑2 Leap

Personal offseason changes combined with new coaches and a beefed‑up interior line create a clearer path for Jeanty to improve his yards per touch.

Overview

  • Jeanty said he gave up sugary snacks this offseason and focused on cardio and recovery to play longer and be more physical at running back.
  • Raiders coaches and teammates have praised his leadership and training camp bursts, with offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko saying Jeanty has taken a clear leadership role.
  • The team added Klint Kubiak as head coach, Andrew Janocko on offense, and center Tyler Linderbaum to stabilize the interior line, changes reporters say should create more running room.
  • Jeanty’s rookie numbers showed heavy volume but efficiency problems—975 rushing yards on 266 carries and 3.7 yards per carry—which remain the central risk to a breakout.
  • Analysts project a possible second‑year jump if Jeanty’s improved conditioning pairs with the Raiders’ scheme and line upgrades, but his per-touch efficiency will determine how large that leap can be.