Raiders GM says Ashton Jeanty in 'good spot' with recovery

HENDERSON, Nev. -- Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty's status for the season opener against the Miami Dolphins is uncertain. But general manager John Spytek said the second-year player is in a "good spot" in his recovery from an ankle injury.

"I expect him to be back as quick as he can, maybe quicker than some people would expect," Spytek said Tuesday. "When that is, we'll see."

Jeanty did not practice Tuesday but he was seen on the side field alongside second-year wide receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr., who was placed on injured reserve. It was the first look of Jeanty since last Sunday, when he was helped off the indoor practice field by trainers after spraining his ankle.