Raiders Draft Running Back Jeanty as Foundational Piece
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The Las Vegas Raiders selected running back Ashton Jeanty with their first pick in the draft. Jeanty, who rushed for 2,601 yards in his final season at Boise State, is considered a foundational piece for the team's new offensive system under head coach Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly. General Manager John Spytek lauded Jeanty's ability to break tackles and score, calling him the "perfect player." Jeanty expressed his desire to be part of a running back resurgence in the NFL.
The Las Vegas Raiders selected running back Ashton Jeanty with their first pick in the draft. Jeanty, who rushed for 2,601 yards in his final season at Boise State, is considered a foundational piece for the team's new offensive system under head coach Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly. General Manager John Spytek lauded Jeanty's ability to break tackles and score, calling him the "perfect player." Jeanty expressed his desire to be part of a running back resurgence in the NFL.
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