Will Ashton Jeanty play in Week 5 against the New England Patriots today? Latest injury update on the Las Vegas Raiders running back

Ashton Jeanty has been nursing a pedal injury since training camp. He awkwardly landed after trying to catch a pass thrown by Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins. However, he played all four games of the 2026 season.But in the week ahead of the Week 5 showdown vs. the New England Patriots, he missed practice due to foot and ankle injuries. He is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.When Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak was asked if Ashton Jeanty’s pedal injury was limited, the coach said, “I don’t. I think he’s been doing a great job. And again, he’s a leader on our team.He’s a guy we’re counting on. I couldn’t be more happy with Ashton. We got to keep getting him and the entire office playing better every week. But no, I don’t think so.” This question may have arisen because Ashton Jeanty did not record any rushing stats in the first four games of Las Vegas.Is Ashton Jeanty playing against the New England Patriots?Ashton Jeanty is listed as questionable for Week 5 against the Rhamondre Stevenson-led New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Stevenson is expected to play, but Jeanty may not. Jeanty practiced full on Wednesday, was limited on Thursday, and did not practice on Friday.Head coach Klint Kubiak said Friday that Jeanty will do his best to go. He is listed as questionable; he may be a game-time decision. To be safe, the Las Vegas Raiders added an RB depth piece from the practice squad.NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reported via X that, with Ashton Jeanty questionable due to foot and ankle injuries, the Las Vegas Raiders have elevated running back Roman Hemby.Ashton Jeanty injuryIn late August 2026, Ashton Jeanty was injured after running a route and landing awkwardly while diving for a pass from quarterback Kirk Cousins. He could not put much weight on his right leg.Medical staff assisted him off the field. Examinations revealed a low ankle sprain. But there was no major knee or high ankle injury. He returned to practice ahead of the regular season. He was listed as questionable for Week 1. But he played in all four games.Though did not record any rushing touchdowns, but did record two receiving touchdowns, despite being a running back. He could be a dual-threat running back, much like Travis Etienne Jr. of the New Orleans Saints, formerly of the Jacksonville Jaguars.Anyhow, Ashton Jeanty’s pedal injury may have returned after four games, ahead of Week 5 vs. the New England Patriots. He was a full participant Wednesday, but limited Thursday and did not practice Friday. However, if Jeanty is ruled out, Mike Washington Jr. would have to step up.Ashton Jeanty 2026 statsTeam: Las Vegas RaidersTotal games: 4Total rushing attempts: 78Rushing yards: 264Rushing touchdowns: 0Total targets: 24Receiving yards: 165Receiving touchdowns: 2Las Vegas Raiders vs. New England Patriots kickoff time, broadcast, radio, and moreDate: Sunday, October 11, 2026Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM ETLocation: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MassachusettsTV/Broadcast: CBSRadio: New England - 98.5 The Sports Hub [WBZ-FM], Las Vegas - Raider Nation Radio 920AM [KRLV] and KOMP 92.3 The Rock StationLive Streaming: Paramount+, Fubo, and DIRECTV2026 Season Records: Las Vegas Raiders [3-1], New England Patriots [2-2]Raiders vs. Patriots predictionAccording to the consensus betting line,Point spread: Patriots -3.5Moneyline: Raiders +154, Patriots -185Over/Under: Over 44.5 points [Raiders].Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.