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Raiders’ Rookie Ashton Jeanty Eyes 1,000-Yard Mark in “Tank Bowl” Matchup Against Giants

LAS VEGAS, NV – The Week 17 clash between the struggling 2-13 Las Vegas Raiders and the equally dismal 2-13 New York Giants has been dubbed the “Tank Bowl,” with the primary focus on draft implications, specifically the potential No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, Raiders’ rookie running back Ashton Jeanty offers a compelling subplot: his pursuit of a 1,000-yard rushing season.

Jeanty enters Sunday’s game needing 172 yards to reach the milestone, a significant challenge but not impossible given the opponent. While it is 34 yards more than his single-game high for the year, the Giants’ defense is particularly vulnerable against the run, allowing the second-most rushing yards per game in the league (150.9). Their run defense also ranks dead last in EPA per rush and from Pro Football Focus grades.

Jeanty is coming off a strong performance against the Houston Texans, who boast a top-five run defense.

The rookie has overcome significant obstacles this season, including inconsistent offensive line play and a mid-season offensive coordinator change. Despite these challenges, nearly 85 percent of his rushing yards have come after contact. Only one rookie running back (Bucky Irving of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers) has surpassed the 1,000-yard mark since 2023, further highlighting the difficulty of the task.

Fans can follow Jeanty’s progress during the game, which kicks off at 1:05 p.m. PST on CBS.

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