"That's the word from Raiders coach Hue Jackson after practice Wednesday, saying that running back Darren McFadden (sprained foot) was on the field, watching practice with no boot. "He is making huge progress," Jackson said.

McFadden has been out with three weeks with the injury, and is all but officially ruled out against the Vikings Sunday. But maybe now fans can start thinking about his return for the Nov. 27 home game against the Bears."