Las Vegas Faces Injury Question at Running Back Before Rams Matchup
Las Vegas received a worrying injury update before Sunday's game against the Rams, with rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. limited by a foot/back issue Wednesday and absent from practice Thursday. His chances of playing appear uncertain given coach Klint Kubiak's practice-based approach to reps.
Las Vegas (3-3) will host Los Angeles (2-4) on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. was limited Wednesday with a foot/back issue and then missed Thursday's session, creating uncertainty about his availability.
Washington, who backs up Ashton Jeanty, has drawn praise for practice habits and a 30-plus-yard scoring run against New Orleans. Coach Klint Kubiak tends to reward practice performance with game reps. If Washington cannot play, Dylan Laube could see more carries, and Roman Hemby might be elevated from the practice squad.
The uncertainty could affect Raiders fans and fantasy-football participants who rely on Washington’s role, while also shaping how Las Vegas approaches its offense Sunday. A reduced rushing threat may alter game planning and fan expectations, and a late inactive designation could create ripple effects for viewers and bettors tracking lineup news. The broader impact is likely limited to sports audiences, but it may influence local game-day mood and discussion around rookie development.