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DeAndre Washington Makes 53-Man Roster
Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington has made the final roster despite missing time this preseason with a knee injury. Washington didn't play in the final three preseason games for the Raiders, as he had minor surgery on his knee. It was speculated that he could be cut since rookie Chris Warren III was playing […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoMartavis Bryant Released By The Raiders
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant has been released on Saturday. Bryant was traded to the Raiders in the offseason from the Steelers, which amounted to nothing. Bryant is facing a suspension due to a drug issue, which is the main reason behind the Raiders releasing him. He was in a position battle for the […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoRaiders Trade For Quarterback AJ McCarron
The Oakland Raiders have traded for quarterback AJ McCarron of the Buffalo Bills. McCarron was traded from the Bengals to the Bills in the offseason, but with the Bills drafting Josh Allen, McCarron was on his way out. McCarron will likely be the backup, in what is now a crowded position. EJ Manuel and Connor […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoRaiders Trade Khalil Mack To The Bears
Oakland Raiders defensive end Khalil Mack has been traded to the Bears, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Mack has been holding out all preseason in the hopes of getting a new contract, but the sides were not able to come to an agreement. Rumors of a trade increased over the past few days, where […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoFanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/1/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
We have a 13-game main slate to go over today, with plenty of pitching options to consider. There are a few high priced pitchers to take a look at today, but we are dealing with a balanced slate overall. Some of the betters offenses on tap today, so plenty of runs should be in future. […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoChris Warren III Has Middling Performance To End Preseason
Oakland Raiders running back Chris Warren III had a very average game on Thursday versus the Seahawks. He ended with 12 carries for 42 yards and three receptions for only 10 yards. Warren III had been very impressive this preseason up till this game and was looking to make the final roster. He was in […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoConnor Cook Underwhelms In Final Preseason Game
Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook ended the preseason on a low note Thursday versus the Seahawks. Cook ended with only 35 yards and one touchdown from three completions. He didn't see a ton of playing time, simply for the fact that the Raiders other quarterback, EJ Manuel, was playing so well and put up three […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoEJ Manuel Shines In Preseason Finale
Oakland Raiders quarterback EJ Manuel posted a fantastic stat line versus the Seahawks Thursday night. He ended with 255 yards and three touchdowns, while only missing four passes. He has been in a competition with Connor Cook for the backup role, but with this final preseason performance, it seems likely that Manuel will reclaim his […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoEJ Manuel Set For Playing Time Versus Seahawks
Oakland Raiders quarterback EJ Manuel will see plenty of playing time in Thursday's game versus the Seahawks. Manuel is competing with Connor Cook for the backup quarterback spot, which is truly up in the air right now. Manuel has played in all three preseason games and finished with 222 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions. […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoConnor Cook Ready For Action Thursday Night Versus Seahawks
Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook will see plenty of playing time versus the Seahawks on Thursday night. Starting quarterback Derek Carr won't see any action, so the time comes down to Cook and EJ Manuel, who are both competing for the backup role. Cook has played in all three preseason games so far but has […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoSeth Roberts Should See Action Thursday Versus The Seahawks
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Seth Roberts should see playing time in their last preseason game against the Seahawks Thursday night. Roberts missed the first two preseason games due to an injury but saw action last week versus the Packers. Roberts ended last week's game with no catches on only one target but should be in […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoRaiders Release Wide Receiver Griff Whalen
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Griff Whalen has been released by the team, according to Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Whalen has a turf toe injury and is going to be out for about four weeks, but is eligible to re-sign with the Raiders in Week 7. Whalen has been competing for a receiver […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoFanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/30/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
We have an eight-game main slate to go over today, with plenty of pitching options to consider. There are a few high priced pitchers to take a look at today, but we are dealing with a balanced slate overall. Some of the betters offenses on tap today, so plenty of runs should be in future. […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/28/18): MLB DFS Lineups
We have a monster 15-game slate to break down today, and there are some great options across the board. There are a few high-priced pitchers on the slate you should be looking to pay up for, along with plenty of bats you want to jam into your lineups. In this article, I will be providing you […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoFanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/25/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
We have a nine-game main slate to go over today, with plenty of pitching options to consider. There are three true aces on the mound and with them, all being so close in terms of price and skill can be a bit of a toss-up in both cash games and tournaments. In this article, I […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoMartavis Bryant Finishes With Only One Catch
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant had only one catch in Friday's win versus the Packers. Bryant's role in the offense has been in flux during camp and preseason, as he is fighting for the third-string receiving job. He ended the game with one catch for 14 yards, but it came from backup quarterback Connor […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDoug Martin Has First Real Production This Preseason
Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin put together a solid game in the limited chances he had. Martin finished the game with six carries for 24 yards, with a long run of 16 yards. Prior to this game, Martin had only seen one carry in the preseason, as he didn't dress for the Raiders most […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoAmari Cooper Hauls In First Catch Of The Preseason
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper brought in his first catch of the preseason in Friday's game versus the Packers. Cooper played a limited role in their first matchup against the Lions, then sat out completely in last week's game versus the Rams. Cooper hauled in a catch on the first play of the game […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoChris Warren III Punches In Another Touchdown
Oakland Raiders rookie running back Chris Warren III came away with another touchdown in Friday's preseason victory over the Packers. Warren III is currently fighting for a roster spot, which is looking more and more likely, especially since Deandre Washington recently had knee surgery. Warren III finished the game with 54 yards on the ground […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDerek Carr Has Limited Showing In Preseason Game
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr only played one series in Friday's preseason game versus the Packers. It was reported earlier in the week that the Raiders' starters would play into the second quarter but did not turn out to be the case. In his limited time, Carr finished with only two completions for 68 yards […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoMartavis Bryant Needs To Step Up Versus Packers
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant has to do more in the offense against the Packers on Friday. It was reported earlier in camp that Bryant was struggling to pick up the offense and comes in with only one catch for 18 yards this preseason. He is currently fighting for the third wide receiver spot […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoJordy Nelson Ready To Take On Former Team
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Jordy Nelson is prepping for his first game against his former team, the Green Bay Packers. Nelson was released back in March and quickly signed with the Raiders. Nelson has only one catch for four yards this preseason, which came in their first game against the Lions. Nelson and the starters […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoAmari Cooper Looking To Record First Catch Of Preseason
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper is seeking his first catch this preseason against the Packers. Cooper has seen very limited playing time in the first two games and didn't even dress for their most recent game against the Rams. Last season Cooper was plagued by drops and inconsistency, which limited his overall production. Cooper […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoChris Warren III Ready To Grab Roster Spot
Oakland Raiders rookie running back Chris Warren III has a huge opportunity in front of him versus the Packers on Friday. Warren III is currently fighting for a roster spot and with Deandre Washington out due to surgery, he has the chance to prove he belongs there. Warren III has 31 rushes for 199 yards […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoJalen Richard Looking To Continue Strong Preseason
Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard could be in line for plenty of playing time versus the Packers in Friday's preseason game. Richard has been one of the more productive Raiders so far this preseason, with a total five rushes for 13 yards and seven catches for 70 yards. Richard has a long reception of […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDoug Martin Looking To Establish Role Versus Packers
Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin has the potential to see extended time against the Packers in Friday's third preseason game. Martin only has one carry for three yards this preseason, which came in the first game against the Lions. He sat out last week against the Rams, so this playing time will be vital […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoMarshawn Lynch To See Extended Playing Time Versus Packers
Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch will see playing time into the second quarter versus the Packers on Friday. Lynch didn't play last week versus the Rams and didn't have an official carry in the preseason opener against the Lions. He had a long touchdown called back due to holding versus the Lions, so this […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDerek Carr Will Play Into Second Quarter Versus Packers
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr will see the most playing time thus far in the preseason. Carr didn't suit up for last week's game versus the Rams, but will now play into the second quarter against the Packers on Friday, which is the team's third preseason game. Carr has only four passing attempts so far […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoDeAndre Washington Has Knee Surgery
Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington had arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, which is considered minor, according to Scott Bair, NBC Sports Bay Area. Washington didn't play in last week's preseason game versus the Rams and won't play on Friday against the Packers. Washington is on the outside looking when it comes to the Raiders running […]
Tom Vecchio 6 years agoFanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/23/18): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
We have a split slate of games with only four in the early window and then a four-game main slate. Options are a bit thin across the board, so it could be a time to take a shot in some tournaments, where it's easy to be different. In this article, I will be providing you […]
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