Oakland Raiders
Darren McFadden - #20 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 1"/ 218 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/27/1987 |
| Birthplace | North Little Rock, AR |
| College | Arkansas |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 1st round, 4th pick by Raiders |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 216 | 707 | 2 |
Raiders acquire QB Flynn from Seahawks
The Raiders acquired Seattle backup Matt Flynn on Monday for draft picks, signaling an end to Carson Palmer's brief tenure as starter in Oakland.
Oakland Raiders: 2013 team needs
We highlight the top three needs on offense and defense for the Oakland Raiders, and take a look back at their 2012 draft class.
Raiders giving Pryor big opportunity in 2013
Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie said that Terrelle Pryor will compete to start, setting up position battle featuring a contrast in style and experience.
Raiders hire Sparano
The Raiders hired Tony Sparano as the team’s assistant head coach/offensive line.
Callahan denies allegations of Super Bowl sabotage
Bill Callahan has denied allegations made by former players that he "sabotaged" his Raiders team in their Super Bowl loss to Tampa Bay 10 years ago.
Reports: Raiders hire Olson to run offense
Former Jaguars QB coach Greg Olson to become Raiders new offensive coordinator, according to multiple reports.
Broncos hire Knapp as QBs coach
The Broncos hired former Raiders offensive coordinator Greg Knapp as their quarterbacks coach, the team announced Friday.
On the clock: McKenzie, Raiders have more to work with this year
After having only a handful of picks in his first draft with the Raiders, GM Reggie McKenzie will have more options at his disposal this time around.
McFadden to remain part of Raiders' future
GM Reggie McKenzie remains committed to Darren McFadden and hopes a new offensive system helps the running back get his career back on track.
LB Rolando McClain bonds out of Ala. jail
Authorities say Raiders LB Rolando McClain has bonded out of jail on charges of violating rules on car window tint and trying to lie to police about his identity.
Lions', Raiders' coaching staffs will lead Senior Bowl teams
The coaching staffs of the Detroit Lions and Oakland Raiders will serves as the coaches for the 2013 Senior Bowl, it was announced Thursday.
Raiders fire OC Knapp, three assistants
The Raiders fired offensive coordinator Greg Knapp, special-teams coordinator Steve Hoffman, OL coach Frank Pollack and LB coach Johnny Holland.
AFC West Spin cycle: Broncos get top seed, Chiefs get top pick
The 2012 season in the AFC West ended the way it began — the Broncos and Chargers won, and the Chiefs and Raiders lost.
Chargers finish season with 24-21 defeat of Raiders
San Diego beat the Raiders 24-21 on a wet, gloomy Sunday in what's expected to be Norv Turner's final game as Chargers coach.
Raiders could shop McFadden
It will not be a surprise to hear trade rumors involving Raiders RB Darren McFadden this offseason.
PLAYER NEWS
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie says McFadden remains a big part of the organization despite coming off perhaps his worst season as a pro.|||||||
McKenzie spoke to beat reporters Thursday for the first time since Nov. 30 and looked back at a disappointing first season in Oakland and ahead to the future. McFadden struggled under the zone blocking system of the previous coordinator, Greg Knapp, who was fired after the season. McFadden averaged a career-low 3.3 yards per carry after toping 5 yards per carry the previous two seasons in Hue Jackson's power-running system.
McFadden gained 110 yards on a career high-tying 30 carries in Sunday's 15-0 win over Kansas City.|||||||
It was the third 100-yard game this season for the Oakland Raiders running back, who has gained 617 in 10 contests. He's gained less than 55 in six contests this season and less than 35 in four games. McFadden has 293 yards over the past four games and gained 114 in Kansas City on Oct. 28.
McFadden and Mike Goodson are returning to the field for the Oakland Raiders after missing the previous four games with sprained right ankles.|||||||
Both McFadden and Goodson are active for Thursday night's game against Denver for the first since getting hurt Nov. 4 against Tampa Bay.
The Oakland Raiders will be without their top two running backs for Sunday's game in Baltimore after McFadden and Mike Goodson missed a third consecutive day of practice.|||||||
Both players suffered high ankle sprains in last week's loss to Tampa Bay and have been wearing walking boots since then.
With top two running backs McFadden and Mike Goodson slowed this week by sprained right ankles, the Raiders may need to rely on their passing game when they visit the Baltimore Ravens.|||||||
Palmer threw the ball 61 times last week against Tampa Bay as the Raiders (3-5) were forced to play catch-up in the second half after losing McFadden and Goodson to the injuries. Neither back practiced Wednesday and their status remains in doubt for Sunday's game against the Ravens (2-6).
