Fantasy Update
Dec 9, 2013
FFChamps.com
According to Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle, Oakland running back Rashad Jennings has passed his concussion tests.Fantasy Spin:Jennings proved to be a strong RB2 in place of the injured Darren McFadden from Weeks 9-13, but he suffered a concussion on Thanksgiving and missed Sunday's game against the Jets. Marcel Reece filled in and had 161 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown, but he'll return to fullback with Jennings back in the lineup. While Oakland's Week 15 matchup against the Chiefs has blowout potential, Jennings will be a RB2.
Dec 6, 2013
Rotoworld
Darren McFadden (ankle) missed practice again Friday.
Dec 5, 2013
FFToolbox.com
Running back Rashad Jennings was cleared for limited practice Wednesday, just six days after taking a knee to the back of the head and suffering a concussion against the Cowboys. And Jennings' quick recovery is extremely important for the Raiders, who probably don't know which running back would replace him if he suffers a setback. Darren McFadden picked up an ankle injury during that Thanksgiving game and is injured "more than we initially thought," according to head coach Dennis Allen. Allen added that he hopes to have McFadden back on the field soon, but doesn't know when that will...
FFToolbox.com Nov 28, 2013
Raiders RB Rashad Jennings has a concussion
Raiders running back Rashad Jennings suffered a concussion late in Thursday's loss to the Cowboys. Jennings was concussed when the knee of a Dallas defensive player colided with the back of Jennings' helmet. He was motionless for a few moments before wobbling off the field and into the locker room. Jennings finished the day with 43 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The hit to Jennings' head looked bad, but all people recover differently from concussions. He'll have 10 days to get cleared before the Raiders face the Jets' elite run defense. Darren McFadden would see a large...
FFChamps.com Nov 28, 2013
Darren McFadden Will Play vs. Cowboys
The Oakland Raiders have activated running back Darren McFadden (hamstring) for the teams Thanksgiving game against the Cowboys. Fantasy Spin: McFadden may be active but hell split the workload with Rashad Jennings whos been hot the last few weeks.
FFToolbox.com Nov 27, 2013
Raiders RB Darren McFadden on track to play; WR Denarius Moore out again
The Raiders will probably have their full complement of running backs available against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving, but they will remain short-handed at wide receiver. Darren McFadden is officially listed as questionable, but is tentatively expected to be active for the first time since suffering another hamstring injury on Nov. 3. However, Rashad Jennings will remain Oakland's lead runner after gaining 553 yards from scrimmage while McFadden was injured. Speaking of injured, wide receiver Denarius Moore is, and he has been ruled out for Week 13 and hasn't practiced since suffering an...
Sacramento Bee Nov 27, 2013
McFadden expected to play for Raiders
Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden went through a light practice Wednesday and will play against Dallas on Thanksgiving Day.
Inside the Oakland Raiders | Oakland Tribune Nov 27, 2013
McFadden full go at practice, expected to play against Cowboys
Running back Darren McFadden made it through Wednesday’s practice at full strength, prompting the Raiders to list him as questionable for the Dallas Cowboys game. That seems like a mere formality, given coach Dennis Allen and McFadden expect McFadden to play. McFadden missed all of the past three games and most of the fourth with […]
San Francisco Chronicle Nov 26, 2013
McFadden practices, Olson excited about 1-2 punch
Running back Darren McFadden, who said he hears the criticism from Raiders fans, carried the ball at practice Tuesday for the first time since injuring his hamstring Nov. 3. He expects to play Thursday in Dallas, after missing four games in this his contract year and 17 of the Raiders’ last 36 games. “I’ve dealt with so much criticism for so long I’ve always just, you just have to turn your face to it,” McFadden said. “You can’t pay attention to it. You have to stay positive and focus on the task at hand.” Rashad Jennings, who stepped in and leads the NFL with 553 yards from...
Inside the Oakland Raiders | Oakland Tribune Nov 26, 2013
Olson says Raiders intend to roll with ‘hot hand’
Darren McFadden made it through practice Tuesday without aggravating his hamstring injury. That makes two straight days without any setbacks. If he holds up in a light practice Wednesday, he’s likely going to play against the Dallas Cowboys. How much McFadden plays, that’s anyone’s guess right now. One thing is for certain, the Raiders are […]
Silver And Black Pride Nov 26, 2013
Rashad Jennings has Raiders not missing Darren McFadden
Raiders running back Darren McFadden is back at practice and according to head coach Dennis Allen, he is expected to return to game action this Thursday against the Cowboys. But does it even matter? With the way Rashad Jennings has been running, it may not. Following the Raiders win over the Houston Texans two Sundays ago, Jennings led the league in yards after contact. He had 150 yards rushing in the game and 123 of those yards came after contact including the final 75 yards on a big 80 yard touchdown run in the third quarter. Even without matching that kind of production last Sunday...
FFChamps.com Nov 26, 2013
Raiders Will Stick with Hot Hand at RB
Raiders offensive coordinator Greg Olson said the team plans to stick with the "hot hand" at running back, which means Rashad Jennings will continue to start even though Darren McFadden (hamstring) is ready to return. SOURCE: Steve Corkran, Contra Costa TimesFantasy Spin:Jennings has produced 583 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns on 88 touches the last four games. While McFadden will cut into his touches, Jennings is still a RB2 Thanksgiving Day at Dallas.
FFToolbox.com Nov 26, 2013
Raiders may use RB Darren McFadden as No. 2 back
With Oakland Raiders running back Rashad Jennings playing so well, the team is considering the use of RB Darren McFadden as a change-of-pace runner if he's available Thursday to play. The Raiders travel to Dallas on Thanksgiving. McFadden is currently practicing this week and it looks as though he should return. Jennings has 413 rushing yards and two TDs in his last four games, in addition to 15 receptions for 140 yards. Oakland could have a formidable backfield if both backs are fully healthy. Jennings is listed as probable with a minor shoulder stinger following Sunday's loss to Tennessee....
FFToday Nov 26, 2013
McFadden practices Tuesday
Likley to play in a backup role to Jennings Running back Darren McFadden was taking repetitions at running back and could get playing time along with Rashad Jennings against the Cowboys. (Inside Bay Area) FF Today's Take: The Raiders are planning on starting Rashad Jennings this Thursday against the Cowboys even if McFadden is healthy enough to play. This will downgrade Jennings' value but he should still be considered a low-end RB2 for Week 13.
FFChamps.com Nov 26, 2013
Darren McFadden May Be Ready For Thanksgiving Day
Raiders running back Darren McFadden practiced Monday and could be ready to go Thursday in Dallas.Fantasy Spin:With Rashad Jennings playing some of the best football of his career right now, there's no guarantee McFadden sees enough work to be of value to fantasy owners.
Silver And Black Pride Nov 25, 2013
Raiders vs Cowboys Monday injury report: Darren McFadden returns, Mychal Rivera practices
It's a quick turnover this week. No rest for the weary as the Raiders and Cowboys both practiced Monday night in preparation for their Thursday match-up this week. But even in the short week, there were some positive signs among those at practice. Darren McFadden was back at practice for the first time since he left week 7 with a hamstring injury. His status is still uncertain for Thursday's game but he said he hopes to play. Also at practice were Mychal Rivera and Mike Jenkins who both left Sunday's game with concussions. They passed the first round of test in the concussion protocol and...
Inside the Oakland Raiders | Oakland Tribune Nov 25, 2013
McFadden, Rivera, Jenkins at practice
Running back Darren McFadden, tight end Mychal Rivera and cornerback Mike Jenkins are at practice tonight, though it’s anyone’s guess right now as to how much they’re able to do. McFadden at least is moving around during the early portion of practice, while Jenkins and Rivera are standing on the side, watching. The fact that […]
FFChamps.com Nov 23, 2013
Darren McFadden Will Miss Week 12
Raiders running back Darren McFadden will be out again Sunday against Tennessee.Fantasy Spin:He's been working his way back from a hamstring injury but as usual with McFadden, the recovery process has taken all kinds of twists and turns. With Rashad Jennings playing some of the best football of his career right now, there's no guarantee McFadden would get the starting job back anyway. It's too early for fantasy owners to cut the chord completely but that doesn't mean they should expect a speedy recovery.
