Oakland Raiders
Kevin Burnett - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 240 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/24/1982 |
| Birthplace | Carson, CA |
| College | Tennessee |
| Years played | 9 |
| Drafted | 2005, 2nd round, 10th pick by Cowboys |
Report: Raiders agree to terms with DT Henderson
The Raiders agreed to terms with former Jaguars DT John Henderson on a one-year deal Friday, according to an ESPN report.
Raiders rookies Veldheer, Campbell could get chance to start
After passing on offensive linemen in the 2008 and '09 drafts, even though it was a position of need, the Raiders drafted two O-linemen this year.
Raiders lose two days of OTAs
The NFL and the NFLPA released a joint statement Wednesday announcing they had reached a settlement in an unspecified dispute concerning the Raiders' offseason workout program.
Raiders trying to find best fit for new defensive pieces
There was talk last year about the Raiders considering a shift to a 3-4 base defense, and speculation about a move to the 3-4 returned this offseason as the team made personnel changes on "D."
Report: Raiders file grievance against Russell
The Raiders have filed a grievance against JaMarcus Russell and are seeking repayment of $9.55 million, according to a Yahoo! Sports report.
Raiders’ Campbell a lock to start
It was a near lock that Jason Campbell would open the season as the Raiders' starting quarterback even before the release of JaMarcus Russell, and it's even more certain now that Russell has been sent packing.
Raiders sign RB Bennett
The Raiders added depth to their backfield Thursday, agreeing to a one-year deal with RB Michael Bennett.
Davis admits mistake with release of Russell
This must have been a difficult day for Al Davis, who is no fan of admitting errors. Former No. 1 overall draft pick JaMarcus Russell turned out to be a colossal one.
Raiders release QB Russell
The Raiders released QB JaMarcus Russell on Thursday after three disappointing seasons by the former No. 1 overall pick.
2010 draft choices by team: Raiders
Here are the players who were chosen by the Oakland Raiders in the 2010 NFL draft.
Campbell’s arrival in Oakland could lead to Russell’s dismissal
It wasn't a blockbuster deal, but the Raiders' decision to trade for QB Jason Campbell could have some major ramifications.
Redskins trade QB Campbell to Raiders
The Redskins sent QB Jason Campbell to the Raiders for a 2012 fourth-round pick, reports indicate.
Jaguars acquire LB Morrison
The Jaguars continued to bolster their defense on Saturday as they traded their fourth-round pick to the Raiders for ILB Kirk Morrison and Oakland's fifth-round pick.
Raiders continue focus on run defense with DT Houston
Whether MLB Rolando McClain and DT Lamarr Houston, whom Oakland selected with the No. 44 pick after trading down two times, become great players remains to be seen, but on paper, they look like smart, capable additions.
Raiders reach to land run stuffer in McClain
Yes, the Raiders were caught reaching again in 2010. This time, the move that will be second-guessed for some time is the selection of ILB Rolando McClain.
PLAYER NEWS
The Oakland Raiders have signed free agent linebacker Kevin Burnett, continuing their offseason makeover of the defense. Burnett is the third linebacker signed by the Raiders in the past week. General manager Reggie McKenzie had earlier signed Kaluka Maiava from Cleveland and Nick Roach from Chicago.|||||||
Burnett, whose brother Kaelin is also on Oakland's roster, spent the past two seasons with Miami and has started 59 games over eight years. He had a career-high 110 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks in 2012. Burnett, a second-round draft pick by Dallas in 2005, spent four seasons with Dallas and two in San Diego before signing with the Dolphins.
Burnett was active Sunday against St. Louis.|||||||
He had been listed as questionable with an ankle injury.
Burnett is sidelined by a foot injury, raising doubts about his availability for Sunday's game against the New York Jets.|||||||
Burnett was added to the injury report Thursday, when he did not practice. He missed much of training camp with a back injury but started the Dolphins' first two games.
Veteran Kevin Burnett signed Saturday with the Miami Dolphins as a replacement for Channing Crowder at inside linebacker.|||||||
Burnett, a second-round draft pick by Dallas in 2005, spent four seasons with the Cowboys as a reserve and the past two seasons with San Diego. He started seven games in 2009 and all 16 games last year, when he had 80 tackles, six sacks and two interceptions.
Burnett wasn't fined for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Rams QB Sam Bradford because the quarterback was scrambling outside the pocket and therefore considered a runner.|||||||
There was no penalty on the play.
