Rookie Ashton Jeanty gets off to a rocky start with Las Vegas

At just 21 years of age, Ashton Jeanty is off to a rocky start in the NFL.

The Las Vegas Raiders' rookie ball carrier has a surprising statistic to say the least: he has more yards after contact (145) than total yards on the ground (144).

This contrast highlights the difficulties of the Raiders' offensive line, often unable to open gaps for its young player.

Since the season kick-off, Jeanty has been hit at or behind the line of scrimmage on 57% of his runs, or 27 of his 47 carries. The situation was even more glaring in Week 3, when he suffered contact behind the line on 11 of his 17 attempts. These numbers show that the rookie is constantly fighting for every yard gained.

In three games, Jeanty totals 144 yards on 47 runs, for an average of 3.1 yards per carry, plus just one touchdown on the ground.

A promising rookie despite the obstacles

Despite these unflattering statistics, the young carrier shows resilience and an ability to move forward despite adversity. His 145 yards after contact prove that he has the power and determination to survive in such a demanding league.

In the long term, if the offensive line manages to improve, Jeanty could quickly increase his production and justify the confidence placed in him by the Raiders organization.

The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether Ashton Jeanty can turn things around and establish himself as a key component of the Las Vegas ground game.

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