But how long can Jeanty hold up with such a physical running style, even with all the power packed into his 5-foot-8, 208-pound frame, remains to be seen. The Raiders apparently are willing to find out.

Jeanty started turning heads as a 14-year-old in Naples, Italy. His coaches, teammates and even his opponents have been witnesses to his rise.

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty had a unique start to his football career that began overseas.