October 23, 2026 - 12:30 pm

The Las Vegas Raiders will list running back Mike Washington Jr. as questionable when they host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium, but Klint Kubiak expressed optimism in the rookie’s status.

“We’re expecting him to be ready,” Kubiak said.

Starting defensive tackle Tonka Hemingway will return to action for the game, according to Kubiak. Hemingway was able to practice in a limited capacity for a second day as he works his way through concussion protocol.

Washington was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday, but was unable to practice on Thursday and Friday.

The rookie had been expected to start taking on a bigger role in the offense after 4.9 yards per carry in his first six games.

Washington’s absence clears the way for Ashton Jeanty, who is averaging 3.2 yards per carry, to retain the vast majority of the snaps out of the backfield on Sunday.

Hemingway missed last week’s game against the Buffalo Bills.…