This article was originally published on www.si.com as 'Tough As Hell'—Pete Carroll Reacts to Ashton Jeanty's Strong Preseason Showing. After a quick and rather uneventful first preseason appearance last week, Ashton Jeanty showed glimpses of why he was the No. 6 pick in the draft during Saturday's preseason game against the 49ers.

Ashton Jeanty, one of the most promising young talents for the Las Vegas Raiders heading into the upcoming NFL season, put on an impressive performance against the 49ers and knows he has plenty more to offer in his rookie year.

Jeanty bouncing back, literally and figuratively, after taking a shot to his right shoulder to deliver a highlight-reel truck stick of his own a series later did send shivers down the collective back of Raider Nation.

The Las Vegas Raiders are entering a crucial week that will culminate in their final preseason game in Arizona on Saturday. However, until the f