Oakland Raiders
Rashad Jennings - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 1"/ 228 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/26/1985 |
| Birthplace | Forest, VA |
| College | Liberty |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 7th round, 41st pick by Jaguars |
Raiders hire Hoffman to coach special teams
The Raiders named Steve Hoffman as the team's special-teams coordinator.
Raiders hire seven assistant coaches
The Raiders announced Thursday that they have added seven coaches to the 2012 staff, including three assistants who were with the team in 2011.
Report: Colts hire Manusky as defensive coordinator
The Colts hired Greg Manusky as their new defensive coordinator, according to Fox Sports' Alex Marvez.
Report: Raiders want to interview Packers' Whitt for DC role
The Raiders have sought permission to interview Packers CBs coach Joe Whitt Jr. for their defensive coordinator vacancy, NFL.com's Steve Wyche reported Wednesday night.
Report: Raiders keep Skipper on board, speak with Manusky
The Oakland Raiders will keep Kelly Skipper as their RB coach and may bring in Greg Manusky as their defensive coordinator, according to FoxSports.com.
Report: Raiders hire Knapp as offensive coordinator
Greg Knapp has agreed to become the Raiders' offensive coordinator, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora.
Allen will bring changes to Raiders
The hiring of Dennis Allen caught some off guard, but the new Raiders head coach should fit right in with the team's tradition.
With Allen, Raiders again go to the fountain of youth
The Raiders have hired young coaches before and are hoping new head coach Dennis Allen, at age 39, is ready for the job.
Report: Allen hired as Raiders' head coach
Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie has reportedly hired Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen as the team's head coach.
Tice no longer candidate for Raiders' head-coaching job
Bears offensive coordinator Mike Tice will not interview for the Raiders' head-coaching job, the Bears' website reported.
Only a few free agents for Raiders' McKenzie to lock up
The Raiders won't have the free-agency losses they suffered last year, although there are a few players they need to re-sign.
Ten years after the Tuck Rule game
Tom Brady's first career playoff game is memorable 10 years later, and a pass he didn't even complete arguably changed the fortunes of both teams involved.
Dolphins narrow head-coaching search to three
Miami reportedly has narrowed its head-coaching options to Todd Bowles, Joe Philbin and Mike McCoy.
Raiders to interview Mornhinweg
The Raiders will interview Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg for their vacant head-coaching position.
Report: Raiders interview Carmichael Jr.
The Raiders interviewed Saints offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael Jr. for their head-coaching vacancy.
PLAYER NEWS
The Oakland Raiders have signed safety Reggie Smith and Jennings to free agent contracts. General manager Reggie McKenzie announced the deals Thursday.|||||||
Jennings replaces Mike Goodson as the backup to Darren McFadden. He has rushed for 944 yards and seven touchdowns and caught 61 passes in 38 games with Jacksonville. After missing the 2011 season with a knee injury, Jennings returned to play 10 games last season and start six. He averaged just 2.8 yards per carry.
Jennings was ruled out for Sunday's game against New England.|||||||
Jennings passed his concussion test but has a shoulder injury and missed practice all week. Montell Owens will make his third consecutive start.
Jennings ran for 59 yards on 17 carries in his first start for the injured Maurice Jones-Drew on Sunday against the Packers.|||||||
Jennings will likely get at least a couple more starts to impress as the Jaguars believe Jones-Drew's sprained foot will see him miss a few games.
Jennings is inactive for Week 3.|||||||
Jennings (knee) had been listed as doubtful.
Jennings was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.|||||||
While many expected Jennings to post big numbers after an impressive campaign last season, he unfortunately won't get that chance.