Oakland Raiders
Sebastian Janikowski - #11 - K
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 1"/ 258 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/02/1978 |
| Birthplace | Walbrzych, FL |
| College | Florida State |
| Years played | 14 |
| Drafted | 2000, 1st round, 17th pick by Raiders |
Longtime Raiders trainer Anderson dies
Longtime Raiders trainer George Anderson died Thursday morning, the team announced. He was 82.
NFL awards compensatory picks; Raiders nab third-rounder
The NFL awarded 32 compensatory picks to 15 teams. Oakland was the only team to receive a third-rounder, the highest possible compensatory pick.
Raiders sign OT Barnes, ex-Packers CB Lee
The Raiders have re-signed OT Khalif Barnes and also have picked up ex-Packers free-agent CB Pat Lee, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
Bears agree to terms with RB Bush
The Bears beefed up their backfield Thursday, agreeing to terms with RB Michael Bush on a four-year contract.
Reports: Titans, Wimbley agree on contract
The Titans and ex-Raiders OLB-DE Kamerion Wimbley have agreed on a five-year, $35 million contract.
Raiders add CB depth with Spencer
Veteran CB Shawntae Spencer won't have to relocate far after being released by the 49ers last week, as he has reached a deal to play across the Bay with the Raiders.
Patriots sign WR Lloyd, DE Scott
The Patriots have signed two free agents, WR Brandon Lloyd and DE Trevor Scott, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday evening.
Raiders enter fray, sign Brisiel, Bartell
The Raiders made their first two free-agent signings Friday, adding former Rams CB Ron Bartell and ex-Texans OG Mike Brisiel.
Jets sign WR Schilens
The Jets have agreed to terms with former Raiders free-agent WR Chaz Schilens, the team announced Friday.
Raiders release OLB Wimbley
As expected, the Raiders informed OLB Kamerion Wimbley of his release on Friday.
Despite release, Carlisle may return to Raiders
The Raiders cut ORG Cooper Carlisle to save salary, but he may return later this year if another team doesn't sign him.
Raiders release OG Carlisle, DT Henderson
The Raiders have released OG Cooper Carlisle and DT John Henderson in an effort to acquire more salary-cap space.
Raiders release TE Boss
The Raiders have cut TE Kevin Boss, one of the team's top free-agent signings from last offseason.
Raiders release CB Johnson
In a continuing effort to create some salary-cap space, the Raiders have released CB Chris Johnson.
Free-agent scouting report: Raiders RB Michael Bush
Michael Bush has had a heavy workload the past two seasons as the Raiders' backup running back. Will he move on to a place where he can be a full-time starter?
PLAYER NEWS
Janikowski kicked a 40-yard field goal in overtime - one of his four in the game - to give the Raiders a 26-23 win over Jacksonville on Sunday.|||||||
Janikowski is 14 for 15 on the season, missing only a 64-yard attempt at the end of regulation Sunday.
Janikowski injured his groin on a kickoff last week in Arizona.|||||||
Janikowski has been cleared to practice but the Raiders say they might be tempted to hold him out the remainder of the preseason.
Janikowski kicked a team-record six field goals, Shane Lechler had an 80-yard punt and neutralized ace returner Devin Hester and the Raiders took advantage of three interceptions from Chicago's Caleb Hanie to beat the Bears 25-20 Sunday.|||||||
Janikowski made field goals of 40, 47, 42, 19, 37 and 44 yards to break the team record he shared with Jeff Jaeger. Janikowski has made 22 of 24 field goals this season.
Janikowski will play against Denver after sitting out last week's game against Kansas City with a hamstring injury.|||||||
Janikowski tied an NFL record with a 63-yard field goal in the previous meeting against the Broncos.
The Raiders brought in three free agent kickers for workouts Friday after Janikowski missed his second straight practice with a sore left hamstring.|||||||
Janikowski, who tied an NFL record with a 63-yard field goal earlier this season, did not show up on Oakland's injury report Wednesday but has not worked out since. Jackson said Thursday that he thought Janikowski would be fine but backtracked a day later and listed the veteran kicker as questionable.