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Raiders to Allocate Running Back Work Based on Current Performance

Raiders to Allocate Running Back Work Based on Current Performance
World Sports · 23:59:45 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders will determine running back workload distribution by evaluating which player is performing best at any given time, according to a report from ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports. The approach suggests a performance-based rotation rather than a fixed depth chart for the team's backfield.

Head coach Antonio Pierce or offensive coordinator Luke Getsy did not specify individual players in the reported comments, but the philosophy indicates that carries will go to the running back demonstrating the most effective play in practice and games. The Raiders' running back room includes veterans and younger options competing for touches throughout the 2026 NFL season.

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