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Raiders | Matt Schaub could be option Sat Mar 8, 01:07 PM
The Oakland Raiders are expected to have interest in Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub if he is released by the Texans this offseason.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders may select a rookie quarterback in the 2014 NFL draft. They need a veteran "bridge" to the new quarterback, and that could be Schaub. |
Matt Schaub player page
Raiders | Brandian Ross signs extension Fri Mar 7, 11:54 PM
The Oakland Raiders have signed CB Brandian Ross to a contract extension. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Raiders | Open to re-signing Darren McFadden Fri Mar 7, 10:07 PM
The Oakland Raiders are open to the possibility of re-signing impending free-agent RB Darren McFadden, but it would have to be at the right price.
| Footballguys view: McFadden has elite ability, but his injury history reads like War & Peace. He's never played a full 16 game season in his NFL career, and the market may be cool for his services because lack of durability. |
Darren McFadden player page
Raiders | Mike Jenkins will look for multi-year deal Fri Mar 7, 10:02 PM
Oakland Raiders impending free-agent CB Mike Jenkins will be looking to sign a multi-year contract with a team this offseason.
Link to storyMike Jenkins player page
Raiders | Pat Sims interested in highest bidder Fri Mar 7, 10:02 PM
Oakland Raiders impending free-agent DT Pat Sims said he will be signing with the highest bidder during free-agency. The Raiders may be outbid by another team this offseason.
Link to storyPat Sims player page
Raiders | Six ERFAs receive offers Thu Mar 6, 04:49 AM
The Oakland Raiders have tendered contracts for 2014 to six of their exclusive rights free agents. Contracts with salaries were tendered to S Brandian Ross, CB Chimdi Chekwa, RB Jeremy Stewart, LB Kaelin Burnett, OL Matt McCants and FB Jamize Olawale. McCants will make $495,000 while the others are expected to draw $570,000. Chekwa's salary is unspecified, but a fourth-year minimum salary is $730,000.
Link to storyChimdi Chekwa player page
Jeremy Stewart player page
Jamize Olawale player page
Raiders | Landing spot for Michael Vick? Wed Mar 5, 11:12 PM
The Oakland Raiders have been monitoring the situation with free-agent QB Michael Vick (Eagles), who will not be back with the Philadelphia Eagles.
| Footballguys view: That sounds about right. The Raiders have about $60 million to spend in free agency, so they can control the market for any player they want. They don't have a quarterback as Matt McGloin is best suited as a reserve player. Terrelle Pryor may never develop his skill set further, and the Raiders need to find a QB they can trust. It says a lot about their quarterback situation that they would want to add Vick. |
Michael Vick player page
Raiders | Watch Khalil Mack's pro day Tue Mar 4, 01:04 PM
The Oakland Raiders and general manager Reggie McKenzie were on hand to watch Buffalo LB Khalil Mack's pro day Tuesday, March 4.
Link to story Raiders | Not expected to tag Jared Veldheer Mon Mar 3, 02:44 PM
The Oakland Raiders are not expected to place the franchise tag on impending free-agent OT Jared Veldheer, but there still is a small chance that they do.
| Footballguys view: Veldheer is one of the best young left tackles in the game today when he's healthy. The team is wanting to work out a new long-term deal with him. Tagging him as a franchise player would extend the amount of time they have to reach that deal. |
Raiders | Lamarr Houston not expected to receive tag Mon Mar 3, 02:43 PM
The Oakland Raiders are not expected to place the franchise tag on impending free-agent DE Lamarr Houston.
Link to storyLamarr Houston player page
Raiders | Like Derek Carr Sun Mar 2, 05:51 PM
The Oakland Raiders liked Fresno State QB Derek Carr more than Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel coming out of the NFL Scouting Combine.
| Footballguys view: Sounds about right. Carr didn't throw at the combine, which was unusual because he fully participated in the Senior Bowl earlier this year. The Raiders should put on the film and watch both quarterbacks under pressure. Manziel thrives under duress, while Carr seems to crumble when he feels heat. It would be shocking if they passed on Manziel in order to select Carr in the first round of the 2014 NFL draft. |
Raiders | Could show interest in Jared Allen Sat Mar 1, 11:52 PM
The Oakland Raiders have plenty of salary cap room, and could show an interest in free-agent DE Jared Allen (Vikings).
| Footballguys view: The Raiders will have well over $60 million in cap space this year. That gives them enough money to command the market at several different positions. We're expecting them to be a big-time player (and payer) in free agency. |
Jared Allen player page
Raiders | Khalif Barnes contract update Fri Feb 28, 07:05 PM
Updating a previous report, the Oakland Raiders re-signed OT Khalif Barnes to a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Raiders | Hit snag in talks with Charles Woodson Fri Feb 28, 07:05 PM
The Oakland Raiders have not made much progress in contract talks with impending free-agent FS Charles Woodson, because he does not want an incentive-laden deal for the second straight year and is looking for a bigger base salary and signing bonus. Woodson is not looking for a massive raise or multi-year deal.
Link to storyCharles Woodson player page
Raiders | Khalif Barnes re-signs Fri Feb 28, 06:47 PM
The Oakland Raiders re-signed OT Khalif Barnes to an undisclosed deal Friday, Feb. 28.
Link to story Raiders | Charles Woodson could retire Thu Feb 27, 07:51 PM
Oakland Raiders impending free-agent FS Charles Woodson said he plans to play next season, but could consider retirement this offseason if he does not get a contract offer he likes.
Link to storyCharles Woodson player page
Raiders | Taiwan Jones financials Wed Feb 26, 02:46 AM
Updating a previous item, the new contract signed by Oakland Raiders CB Taiwan Jones includes a roster bonus of $855,000 for the 2014 season, as well as annual $50,000 workout bonuses. Jones' 2014 base salary remains at the minimum ($645,000), while it will increase to $1.1 million for each of the following three seasons. Jones will also earn a $100,000 bonus if he makes the Pro Bowl.
Link to storyTaiwan Jones player page
Raiders | Met with Blake Bortles Tue Feb 25, 11:17 AM
Central Florida QB Blake Bortles was formally interviewed by the Oakland Raiders at the NFL Scouting Combine.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders could use a guy like Bortles. They don't have a franchise quarterback, and they need to find one quickly. Bortles is likely to be a top-5 pick in the 2014 NFL draft. |
Raiders | Charles Woodson wanted back Tue Feb 25, 06:11 AM
Oakland Raiders FS Charles Woodson definitely expects to play in 2014 and the Raiders have gone on record as saying they want him back. A reunion with the Green Bay Packers does not appear likely.
Link to storyCharles Woodson player page
Raiders | Taiwan Jones contract update Mon Feb 24, 03:05 PM
Updating a previous report, the Oakland Raiders have signed CB Taiwan Jones to a three-year contract extension worth $4.355 million.
Link to storyTaiwan Jones player page
Raiders | Sign Taiwan Jones to three-year contract extension Mon Feb 24, 01:45 PM
The Oakland Raiders signed CB Taiwan Jones to a three-year contract extension through 2017. Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyTaiwan Jones player page
Raiders | Met with Johnny Manziel Mon Feb 24, 12:34 PM
The Oakland Raiders met with Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel at the NFL Scouting Combine. The team came away from that meeting impressed with Manziel.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders need a new quarterback, and Manziel would be a great addition for them. Unfortunately for the Raiders, Manziel is likely to be off the board by the time they pick at 5th overall. |
Raiders | Mike Brisiel could be released Mon Feb 24, 03:40 AM
The Oakland Raiders may release OL Mike Brisiel if he does not retire first. Brisiel was wracked with various injuries last season.
Link to story Raiders | Had meeting with Teddy Bridgewater Sat Feb 22, 04:18 PM
Louisville QB Teddy Bridgewater said he met with the Oakland Raiders Friday, Feb. 21, at the NFL Scouting Combine.
| Footballguys view: It's not bonkers to think Bridgewater might be there at the fifth overall pick, or that the Raiders might like him enough to jump up for him. Widely regarded as the most pro-ready of the quarterback prospects, Bridgewater would still have some struggles in a shaky offense. |
Raiders | Still searching for QB Fri Feb 21, 12:20 PM
Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen admitted that the team is still unsure who will be their quarterback for the upcoming season. Allen isn't sure if the team's quarterback is currently on the roster.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders need to find that guy as soon as possible. Matt McGloin is more of a backup, and Terrelle Pryor didn't do enough in 2013 to think he's going to develop further. |
Raiders | Johnny Manziel a bad fit? Thu Feb 20, 01:12 PM
Former NFL QB Rich Gannon doesn't think Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel would be a good fit for the Oakland Raiders. 'Bad fit,' Gannon said, asked if Manziel would be right for the organization, which picks No. 5 overall in the May 8-10 NFL Draft and would likely have to trade for a higher pick if it wants the former Texas A&M star. 'Only from the standpoint that I think a team has to be ready for a young quarterback. I don't think that team is quite ready yet.' Gannon, however, is a big fan of Manziel's talents heading into the NFL.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders have to be ready soon. The team needs a franchise quarterback bad, and Manziel could be there when they select with the 5th overall pick in the 2014 NFL draft. Manziel plays a bit like Gannon used to. He runs around to keep plays alive with his feet while keeping his eyes downfield. Manziel is a confident quarterback who plays with a huge chip on his shoulder. |
Raiders | Plan to meet with Darren McFadden this weekend Thu Feb 20, 08:28 AM
The Oakland Raiders plan to meet with free-agent RB Darren McFadden's (Raiders) agents this weekend.
Link to storyDarren McFadden player page
Raiders | Could show interest in Josh McCown Fri Feb 14, 07:51 PM
The Oakland Raiders could express interest in Chicago Bears impending free-agent QB Josh McCown this offseason, because they are looking for a shorter-term solution from a veteran starting quarterback.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if McCown returns to the Bears where he'll backup Jay Cutler, or if he decides to move on in free agency. |
Josh McCown player page
Raiders | Could show interest in Will Smith Wed Feb 12, 09:17 PM
Oakland Raiders beat writer Vic Tafur said it is possible the team could show interest in veteran SS Roman Harper, who was released by the New Orleans Saints. However, he said he really could see the team showing an interest in DE Will Smith, also released by the Saints. Smith has a history with Raiders head coach Dennis Allen.
Link to storyWill Smith player page
Roman Harper player page
Raiders | Kory Sheets signed Wed Feb 12, 04:56 PM
The Oakland Raiders have signed Canadian Football League RB Kory Sheets. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Fantasy owners in super deep dynasty leagues need to take note here. Sheets had the best stiff arm in college football when he came out of Purdue in 2009. He bounced around the league, but found his best fit in Canada. Over the last two years, Sheets has played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He rushed for 2,875 yards and 23 touchdowns on 516 carries. |
Kory Sheets player page
Raiders | Jared Veldheer likely to get multi-year deal Sat Feb 8, 09:29 PM
Oakland Raiders beat writer Paul Gutierrez feels that OT Jared Veldheer (triceps) is not going anywhere, and he is likely to get a multi-year deal. Veldheer does not want to be slapped with the franchise tag, although a deal is not expected immediately, as signing him now would be considered as the Raiders bidding against themselves.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders should do everything in their power to lock Veldheer down. When healthy, he's one of the best young left tackles in the league today. |
Raiders | Lamar Mady re-signed Fri Feb 7, 11:58 PM
The Oakland Raiders have re-signed exclusive rights free-agent OG Lamar Mady to a one-year deal worth $495,000.
Link to story Raiders | Four coaches hired Fri Feb 7, 03:45 AM
The Oakland Raiders have hired Joe Woods as defensive backs coach, Marcus Robertson as assistant defensive backs coach, Chris Boniol as assistant special teams coach and Vernon Stephens as assistant strength and conditioning coach.
Link to story Raiders | Jared Veldheer prefers not to receive tag Tue Feb 4, 09:07 PM
Oakland Raiders impending free-agent OT Jared Veldheer indicated he would rather sign a long-term contract than receive the franchise tag this offseason.
Link to story Raiders | No deal close with Jared Veldheer Tue Feb 4, 12:22 PM
The Oakland Raiders have yet to approach impending free-agent OT Jared Veldheer with long-term extension talks this offseason. Veldheer wants to remain with the team, and the Raiders have said in the past that they want to keep him around. 'I'm staying patient, but a little bit of urgency from the other side would be nice,' Veldheer said. 'But I'm doing my best to stay optimistic and things should take care of themselves here in the end.'
| Footballguys view: We have a feeling the two sides will be able to work something out. Veldheer is one of the best young left tackles in the game today. Oakland will have more than $60 million in salary cap space available this offseason. Veldheer said contract talks haven't gone sour, just a little stale. Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie prefers not to use the franchise tag. |
Raiders | Two coaches hired Mon Feb 3, 04:18 PM
The Oakland Raiders have hired former Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach Joe Woods and former Detroit Lions defensive backs coach Marcus Robertson as their defensive backs coaches.
Link to story Raiders | Could be interested in Josh Freeman Sat Feb 1, 05:49 PM
The Oakland Raiders could be a potential landing spot for Minnesota Vikings QB Josh Freeman if he's released. Offensive coordinator Greg Olson had success with Freeman in Tampa Bay.
| Footballguys view: This sounds more like a move the Raiders would make. They've historically taken plenty of second (or third) chance players with varying results. The relationship between Olson and Freeman could help the veteran quarterback get his career back on track. |
Josh Freeman player page
Raiders | Could be an option for Mark Sanchez Sat Feb 1, 05:48 PM
The Oakland Raiders could be a potential landing spot for New York Jets QB Mark Sanchez if he's released.
| Footballguys view: Sanchez played his college football in California for USC, and he will welcome a change of scenery in 2014. If he's added to the roster, Sanchez would compete for the starting job with Terrelle Pryor and Matt McGloin. |
Mark Sanchez player page
Raiders | Mike Jenkins unlikely to return Sat Feb 1, 05:47 PM
The Oakland Raiders are unlikely to re-sign CB Mike Jenkins in 2014.
Link to storyMike Jenkins player page
Raiders | Michael Vick unlikely to be target Sat Feb 1, 02:34 PM
The Oakland Raiders are not expected to pursue Philadelphia Eagles impending free-agent QB Michael Vick this offseason.
| Footballguys view: This doesn't sound like a Raiders move. In years past, the team would have jumped all over a free-agent quarterback like Vick. |
Michael Vick player page
Raiders | Kory Sheets worked out Wed Jan 29, 12:21 PM
The Oakland Raiders worked out Canadian Football League RB Kory Sheets Tuesday, Jan. 28.
| Footballguys view: Sheets looked like a talented back at one point before falling off the map. Not much should come of this, but maybe it's a sign to support the theory that they don't expect Rashad Jennings or Darren McFadden (or both) will not return. The Raiders might be looking under every rock for replacement backs. |
Kory Sheets player page
Raiders | May have interest in Matt Schaub Sun Jan 26, 11:59 PM
The Oakland Raiders could show interest in Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub if he is released by the Texans this offseason.
| Footballguys view: This sounds like a Raiders move. Schaub is nearing the "veteran backup" portion of his career, but he'd compete for the starting job in Oakland. Matt McGloin and Terrelle Pryor didn't look like they were the answer in 2013. Schaub is no long-term answer, but he's a stopgap while the team searches for (or develops a rookie) their franchise quarterback. |
Matt Schaub player page
Raiders | Interested in Tajh Boyd Tue Jan 21, 10:53 PM
The Oakland Raiders have acknowledged they need a quarterback, and they have met with Clemson QB Tajh Boyd, who is projected to go anywhere from the second to fourth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. Boyd said Tuesday, Jan. 21, that the Raiders have been the most interested of the dozen or so teams he's talked with so far during the Senior Bowl.
| Footballguys view: That sounds about right. Boyd is a raw prospect, but he has decent athleticism. Many in the scouting community compare him to a poor man's version of Donovan McNabb. Boyd can keep plays alive with his feet, but he lacks the consistent accuracy needed from an effective starter at this time. |
Raiders | GM praises Johnny Manziel Fri Jan 17, 02:09 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie had some good things to say about Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel heading into the 2014 NFL Draft. The Raiders have the fifth overall pick in the draft and will likely consider taking a quarterback with that pick. 'He's a playmaker,' McKenzie said. 'Whether it's him or one of these other guys, when you can add a playmaker, that's what you shoot for.' McKenzie said he'd prefer to sit a rookie quarterback for the first year while they build a team around him.
| Footballguys view: Manziel was beloved by his teammates in college. He's known as a great leader who is incredibly athletic. Manziel can keep plays alive with his feet while keeping his eyes downfield. His playmaking style may not fit the pro level, and scouts would like to have seen him make quicker decisions in college. |
Raiders | Hoping to keep several impending free agents Fri Jan 17, 12:58 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie is hoping to retain OT Jared Veldheer, DE Lamarr Houston, FS Charles Woodson and RB Rashad Jennings as they approach free agency this offseason. McKenzie said he thinks RB Darren McFadden will test the free-agent market.
| Footballguys view: Veldheer will be the top priority here. When healthy, he's one of the best young left tackles in the league today. Jennings may be the second priority. He did a good job starting for the team while McFadden was out. |
Charles Woodson player page
Darren McFadden player page
Rashad Jennings player page
Lamarr Houston player page
Raiders | Dennis Allen's job wasn't in jeopardy Fri Jan 17, 12:56 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said he assured head coach Dennis Allen that his job was not in jeopardy despite reports that Allen was on the hot seat after the team lost eight of its final nine games to finish 4-12 for the second straight year. 'It was not an issue with me. I understand how things kind of go in different directions when it gets toward the end of the season throughout the league when (people are) predicting who's going to be in, who's going to be out. I understood all that. But I wasn't going to play into that,' McKenzie said.
| Footballguys view: Good to hear. Allen deserved another year to prove what he can do with the Raiders. They were in salary cap hell and lacked talent when Allen took over two years ago. Now that he gets to stay around in 2014, it's certainly a make-or-break year for Allen. |
Raiders | Will have a lot of money to spend this offseason Thu Jan 16, 08:35 PM
The Oakland Raiders will have around $70 million to spend on free agents this offseason, but general manager Reggie McKenzie said the team will be smart about their spending.
| Footballguys view: This works out because the Raiders have a lot of holes to pour that money into. There are some intriguing free agents at a ton of positions the Raiders need, though throwing money at a problem isn't always a solution. Here's hoping they make better decisions than when they traded for Carson Palmer. |
Raiders | Expect Darren McFadden to hit market Thu Jan 16, 08:27 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said he expects impending free-agent RB Darren McFadden to hit the free-agent market this offseason.
| Footballguys view: He's never been healthy and in that case all the talent in the world does the Raiders no good. There are several other backs who have some talent and a lot more durability. The Raiders might try to re-sign Rashad Jennings, who was healthy and productive for them this season. He's a free agent so they may have competition. |
Darren McFadden player page
Raiders | Do not want to use franchise tag Thu Jan 16, 08:25 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said the team would like to avoid using the franchise tag on impending free-agent OT Jared Veldheer or DE Lamarr Houston.
| Footballguys view: More than likely they want to lock people up to long term deals, if they want them around at all. If that's the case, it's good that they are looking long term not just short term. |
Lamarr Houston player page
Raiders | Interested in bringing back a few free agents Thu Jan 16, 08:17 PM
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said the team would like to re-sign impending free-agent RB Rashad Jennings and FS Charles Woodson this offseason.
| Footballguys view: Jennings makes all the sense in the world since Darren McFadden continued to be hurt again this season. Woodson might be in line for a short-term deal, given that he doesn't have a ton of tread left on the tires. |
Charles Woodson player page
Rashad Jennings player page
