Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty Gets Strong Advice From Raheem Mostert
It wasn’t a game-breaking Week 1 performance from Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty. Nonetheless, the rookie did record his first NFL regular-season touchdown in the 20-13 win over the New England Patriots on September 7.
Jeanty recorded 38 rushing yards on 19 carries to accompany his touchdown against the Patriots. The 21-year-old got his feet wet and knows what to expect from opposing NFL defenses now that the games count.
However, Jeanty doesn’t need to feel he must do it all alone. One of the likely reasons the Raiders signed Raheem Mostert is to bring that veteran presence to help the young running back find his footing in the league.
The veteran spoke with Yahoo! Sports, and he offered insight to his young teammate as Mostert tries to pass down his experience and play the mentor role.
“I just want him to be levelheaded right now at this juncture,” Mostert said. “You know, he’s a great guy. I have nothing but great things to say. He works his tail off. He does everything he needs to do in the locker room and
Raiders’ Raheem Mostert Tells Ashton Jeanty to Stay Focused
With Jeanty being a top 10 pick, the added spotlight comes with that honor. Mostert emphasized that he wants to help his teammate get on the right track and prove he’s more than just a high draft pick.
“I told him early on during training camp, ‘Hey, look, man, there’s going to be a lot of pressure on you just because you’re sixth overall,'” Mostert added. “That’s a lot of praise, especially at our
“The objective is to be the best version of yourself possible, and I’m going to help you get into that position. I’m going to do everything I can to help you, and then you’re also going to teach me some things.”
Raheem Mostert Reveals Impressive Ashton Jeanty Trait
Mostert has spent the past few months around Jeanty. While the veteran is helping the rookie learn the ropes, Mostert revealed a trait in his fellow rookie running back that has
“It was an inside zone run out of the shotgun, and I think it was like the third day we had pads,” Mostert said. “He hit this hole, and the way he utilized his center of gravity—he maneuvered in a way that I haven’t
“He found a hole, and it was just so impressive. I was like, ‘Wow, this guy does have it.’
Jeanty will look for a more dominant game on the ground when the Raiders face their AFC West rival, the Los Angeles Chargers, in Week 2.
Why former Seahawks star DK Metcalf wasn't happy with his Steelers debut
In his six seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, wide receiver DK Metcalf averaged 65.2 receiving yards per game over 98 career games played with the team. He topped that average in his very first game with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 7.
Still, even after catching four passes for 83 yards in the Steelers' Week 1 win over the New York Jets, Metcalf is unhappy with his and the team's overall performance on offense.
Speaking to ESPN reporter Courtney Cronin following Pittsburgh's win, Metcalf said he wanted to clean up the small details that can contribute to a more decisive win, according to Steelernation's Anthony G. Halkias II.
Like all teams in Week 1, a win doesn't necessarily mean they played their best football.
"You know, this was our first time lining up as a complete offense out there on the field," Metcalf told Cronin after the 34-32 win over the Jets in Week 1, per Halkias. "There was some growing pains, but you know, we worked through it on the sideline, communication, talking inside the locker room. It just came to fruition out here on the field.
"Yeah, we can do better. I am mad at myself at a few of them. Drops, I gotta be better."
It was Metcalf's first game catching passes from future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers in both players' first time suiting up for the Steelers. Practice can only progress an offense and quarterback-to-wide-receiver chemistry so far before it has to be tested in a game.
Despite the two-point victory, the Jets outgained the Steelers' offense 394-271. That was mostly due to Pittsburgh's lack of a rush attack, however, as Rodgers threw for 244 yards and four touchdowns. Metcalf, while not catching a touchdown, accounted for nearly 35% of that yardage.
Metcalf will look to build on a solid first outing with the Steelers in Week 2, his first-ever revenge game against the Seahawks since being traded this offseason. Even though Metcalf initiated the trade, it will still be a high-stakes game for both sides.
