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 |
Report: Seymour, Huff restructure deals
The Raiders restructured the contracts of DT Richard Seymour and S Michael Huff, according to Brian McIntyre of Football Outsiders.
Poll: Readers think Flynn will end up in Miami
Respondents to a PFW web poll believe overwhelmingly that free-agent QB Matt Flynn will sign with the Dolphins.
Wisniewski unsure where he'll play on Raiders' line
After a successful rookie season, Raiders OL Stefen Wisniewski is unsure what position he'll play in 2012.
Palmer will fit into new Raiders offense
New Raiders head coach Dennis Allen believes that QB Carson Palmer has the tools to thrive in the new offense the team will run.
Raiders' fantasy questions for the offseason
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Chiefs sign CB Routt
Former Raiders CB Stanford Routt has signed with the Chiefs, the team announced on Monday.
Bengals hire Jackson as assistant coach
The Bengals hired former Raiders head coach Hue Jackson on Friday. He is slated to assist the defensive backs and special teams.
Report: Raiders cut ties with exec Herrera
Longtime Raiders senior executive John Herrera has parted ways with the team, the Oakland Tribune reported Thursday.
Raiders sign CB Underwood
The Raiders signed former Packers CB Brandon Underwood on Thursday, the team announced.
Raiders hire six assistant coaches
The Raiders have added six assistant coaches to new head coach Dennis Allen's staff, including two who are returning to the team for a second stint.
Report: Raiders hire TE coach
The Raiders have hired Mark Hutson as their new tight ends coach, according to Fox Sports' Alex Marvez.
Raiders release CB Routt
The Raiders announced Thursday that they cut CB Stanford Routt. The seventh-year veteran had signed a contract extension last offseason.
Report: Saunders to remain in Oakland
Former offensive coordinator Al Saunders will remain in Oakland as a senior assistant, according to Jason La Canfora.
Raiders hire Tarver as defensive coordinator
The Raiders named Jason Tarver the team's defensive coordinator on Monday.
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).
