Raiders Draft Ashton Jeanty Sixth Overall

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the sixth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, making him the highest-drafted running back since Saquon Barkley in 2018. Jeanty, noted for his historic college season and adaptability as a military child, is expected to transform the Raiders' offense and has drawn comparisons to legends like Marcus Allen, Emmitt Smith, and Marshawn Lynch. New general manager John Spytek credited his son for helping maintain secrecy around the Raiders' draft plans amid interest from other teams. Veteran coach Pete Carroll and former star Marshawn Lynch praised Jeanty’s physical style and playmaking abilities. Analysts predict Jeanty could rush for 1,300–1,500 yards as a rookie and contend for Offensive Rookie of the Year, signaling a potential turnaround for the team's offensive identity. Jeanty’s selection is widely viewed as a move that could make the Raiders one of the NFL’s most improved teams in 2025.