For Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty, NFL history on his side for successful run

After being selected sixth overall in last year’s NFL draft, expectations for Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty were sky-high. And why not? Fresh off a breathtaking career at Boise State, where he torched defenses for 2,601 yards during a spectacular junior season, his dynamic skill set seemed tailor-made for the NFL.

Ashton Jeanty backs rookie Mike Washington, but Klint Kubiak will be the one to decide his Raiders destiny  MARCA

The second-year running back in excited with the new-look offense after grinding through a difficult season for the Raiders as a rookie.

Jeanty says he gave up sugar to get in better shape this offseason