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Running Back Rank: #18
Overall: #26
McFadden had an uneventful rookie season. He was slowed by a toe injury much of the year. McFadden did display why he was such a highly touted draft pick, though, rushing for 164 yards in Week 2. The Raiders have three good backs on their roster (Justin Fargas and Michael Bush), which could limit McFadden some weeks. McFadden has the most talent of the bunch, though, so he could emerge as the lead carrier at some point. McFadden is an explosive back that is a home-run threat every time he touches the ball. He has top speed and moves, but can also run with a little power. If he has a knock, it is his ability to hold onto the ball.
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McFadden has a lot of upside, but you have to worry about his workload with Fargas and Bush around. It wouldn't surprise to see McFadden get 1,200 or so total yards, though, and around six to eight scores. He has a ton of potential. His health really derailed him last season. He is worth a gamble as a low-end No. 2 back or No. 3 for fantasy teams. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden will not be used as a kick returner, according to head coach Tom Cable, despite having success in that role in college. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) had 11 yards rushing on four carries in his return to action in Week 10. |
| Fantasy Impact: McFadden didn't get much work in his first game back. We wouldn't expect a huge turnaround any time soon. |
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| CBSSports.com reports Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable has refused to reveal his starting running back for Week 10, even though RB Darren McFadden (knee) will play in the game. Cable said he wants to keep their opponent, the Kansas City Chiefs, guessing for as long as possible. |
| Fantasy Impact: Expect McFadden and Justin Fargas to split most of the carries during the game. Fargas has been playing pretty well, so you would have to think he might get the nod to start. |
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| Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) practiced Friday, Nov. 13. He is listed as probable for Week 10 and will play. |
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| Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) practiced without limits Thursday, Nov. 12, and will start Week 10. |
| Fantasy Impact: Justin Fargas should still be in the mix, though. Look for McFadden to be eased into action. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) was limited in practice Monday, Nov. 9, but is expected to play in Week 10, according to head coach Tom Cable. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of the Contra Costa Times, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) was practicing Monday, Nov. 9. |
| Fantasy Impact: McFadden seems to have a good shot at playing this week. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) may be able to play in Week 10. He is expected to limited during practice this week. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of the Contra Costa Times, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) went through a workout Monday, Nov. 2, and has been improving. 'We went out there today and worked on cuts. I was kind of winded,' McFadden said. 'That was one of the main things, see if I can get out there and do a little running around and get good footing.' He is hoping to return against the Kansas City Chiefs Nov. 15. |
| Fantasy Impact: We think McFadden is a long shot to do much the rest of this season. |
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| Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (knee) did some light jogging and agility work on a side field during the media-access portion of practice Friday, Oct. 30. |
| Fantasy Impact: McFadden remains a few weeks away from playing. |
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