Ashton Jeanty Calls Out Jets Defense Ahead of Week 8 Matchup

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty generated headlines ahead of Week 8 by claiming several New York Jets defenders "don't really want to tackle." Jeanty, who was selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, is looking to kickstart a struggling rushing campaign. He is averaging just 3.1 yards per carry—ranking 49th among NFL ball carriers—while Las Vegas ranks 31st in overall rushing. Jeanty views the matchup against New York's 24th-ranked run defense as an opportunity to revive his season.