Oakland Raiders Trade Rumors

Raiders cut big-money cornerback Stanford Routt
February 10
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Less than a year ago, Al Davis made Stanford Routt one of the cornerstones of the Raiders' defense with a lavish contract that kept him from free agency. Thursday, Routt became the first player casualty under the new regime. Routt was released one year into a $54.5 million, five-year contract, ending his seven-year tenure in Oakland. The move by new general manager Reggie McKenzie and coach Dennis Allen signifies a change of approach from when Davis ran the team and was fiercely loyal to players he drafted. Davis died Oct. 8, setting the stage for a busy offseason. McKenzie was hired in January and fired coach Hue Jackson on his first official day on the job. He then began a coaching"
Raiders reportedly eying Stanford co-defensive coordinator Jason Tarver
February 5
Oakland Tribune
 
"Stanford co-defensive coordinator and Foothill High product Jason Tarver is under consideration to be the defensive coordinator of the Raiders, a person familiar with his candidacy confirmed Saturday. Tarver, 37, worked one year as the co-defensive coordinator under David Shaw after working for the 49ers from 2001 through 2010 as an offensive assistant, a running backs coach and an inside linebackers coach. First reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter, Tarver's presence in coach Dennis Allen's search for someone to take over his defense does not present the roadblocks inherent in the process when attempting to seek out candidates from NFL teams. It's been slow going for Allen so far. One of the"
Report: Raiders want to interview Packers' Joe Whitt Jr. for defensive coordinator job
February 3
Oakland Tribune
 
"The Raiders reportedly have requested permission to speak with Green Bay Packers cornerbacks coach Joe Whitt Jr. about Oakland's defensive coordinator vacancy. Whitt Jr., 33, has spent the past four years with the Packers and worked with new Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie during that time. NFL.com says the Raiders have asked the Packers for permission to let coach Dennis Allen interview Whitt Jr. Allen is seeking a replacement for Chuck Bresnahan."
Frank Pollack is Raiders' offensive-line coach
February 2
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"The Raiders have hired Frank Pollack as their offensive-line coach, according to a source. The Texans' assistant replaces Bob Wylie, who did a nice job last season with a patchwork line that gave up 25 sacks (tied for fourth in the NFL). Pollack spent the last five years as Houston's assistant offensive-line coach and worked with new Oakland offensive coordinator Greg Knapp last season. Meanwhile, the Raiders were denied permission to interview Cowboys special- teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis for an assistant head-coaching position, according to ESPN."
Source: Raiders denied interview with Joe DeCamillis
February 1
ESPN.com
 
"The Oakland Raiders were denied permission to interview Dallas Cowboys special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis for an assistant head coaching position, according to a source. Cowboys assistant coaches are unavailable to speak with the media during the offseason. Recently hired Raiders coach Dennis Allen worked with DeCamillis in Atlanta from 2002-to-2005 where a good relationship formed. Dan Reeves, DeCamillis' father-in-law, was the head coach with the Falcons at that time. "Dan Reeves is another guy that, he brought me into this league and gave me my first opportunity to coach in the National Football League," Allen said at his introductory news conference with the Raiders regarding"
Source: Raiders interview Manusky
January 31
Foxsports.com
 
"Dennis Allen's coaching staff with the Oakland Raiders continues to take shape. A source told FOXSports.com that running backs coach Kelly Skipper will be retained and Greg Manusky was interviewed for the defensive coordinator position. NFL Network reported Greg Knapp also has accepted the offensive coordinator position that, as first reported by FOXSports.com, was offered to him several days ago. Manusky served as San Diego's defensive coordinator in 2010 but was fired at the end of the season. Chargers head coach Norv Turner cited a desire to improve San Diego's third-down defense as one of the reasons for the change."
Broncos deny Raiders from talking to Smith
January 31
ESPN.com
 
"The nice play is over in the AFC West. It didn't last long. When Dennis Allen was hired to be the Oakland Raiders' head coach last week, his former boss John Fox wished Allen well. And, now, Allen is on his own. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Broncos have denied the Raiders permission to speak to linebackers coach Richard Smith for the Oakland defensive job. Previously, Kansas City defensive backs coach Emmitt Thomas and New Orleans defensive line coach Bill Johnson were dropped off as candidates. It's not a surprise Fox denied Allen permission. He wants to keep as much stability on his defensive coaching staff as possible. It seems more and more teams are denying permission these"
Sources: Knapp offered Raiders' OC job
January 31
Foxsports.com
 
"Looking to make his first major staff hire, new Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen has found his man. Two sources told FOXSports.com that Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp was offered Oakland's offensive coordinator position. Knapp held the same position with the Raiders in 2007 and 2008. He also has previous NFL coordinator experience with San Francisco (2001 to 2003), Atlanta (2004 to 2006) and Seattle (2010). Allen and Knapp worked together as Falcons assistants in 2004 and 2005."
Dennis Allen reportedly is the choice to replace Hue Jackson as the Raiders' head coach
January 25
Oakland Tribune
 
"Denver defensive coordinator Dennis Allen agreed Tuesday night to become the head coach of the Raiders, according to multiple media reports, and has informed the Broncos of his decision. Fox Sports, ESPN and the NFL Network were all reporting Allen was the choice of general manager Reggie McKenzie to replace Hue Jackson, fired after one season with an 8-8 record. Allen met with McKenzie for a second interview in Mobile, Ala., and expressed hope in an interview with CSN Bay Area that things would go well. "I'm looking forward to getting a chance to talk to Reggie and see how it goes. I want to be a head coach in the National Football League, and hopefully, I'll get that opportunity," Allen"
Sources: Raiders to hire Dennis Allen
January 24
ESPN.com
 
"The Oakland Raiders will hire Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen as head coach, according to league sources. The two sides spent much of Tuesday night hammering out an agreement that will make Allen the first Raiders coach with a defensive background since John Madden, according to sources. The contract is agreed to in principle but has not been signed, the sources said. Allen, a relative unknown to fans, was a finalist for the Rams' coaching job, according to sources, and would have been under strong consideration had Jeff Fisher not opted for St. Louis."
Raiders, Dennis Allen negotiating
January 24
ESPN.com
 
"The Oakland Raiders have identified Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen as the leading candidate to become their next head coach, according to multiple league sources. Other Raiders head coaching candidates, including Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg and Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Mike Tice, already have been informed that Oakland has found its man and they are no longer under consideration, according to sources. Allen is meeting Tuesday with Raiders officials to see whether the two sides can take the final steps they need to come to an agreement."
Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie could name new coach by end of week
January 24
Oakland Tribune
 
"Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said upon arrival in Mobile, Ala., for the Senior Bowl that he could have a head coach in place by the end of the week. "It could happen by Saturday," McKenzie told CSN-Bay Area on Monday. ESPN is reporting that while in Mobile for Saturday's all-star game, McKenzie will have a second interview with Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen. Allen is believed to be the first candidate to get a second interview. McKenzie did not confirm or deny any candidates reported by various media outlets. Regarding an NFL Network report that an interview with Green Bay Packers assistant Winston Moss did not go well, McKenzie said, "That's far from the"
Sources: Raiders, Winston Moss met
January 23
ESPN.com
 
"The Oakland Raiders, hoping to hire their next head coach by the end of the week, have already interviewed Packers assistant head coach Winston Moss, according to league sources. The four-hour interview was held in Green Bay on Jan. 14 after the Packers finished a walk-through practice for their divisional playoff game against the Giants, the sources said. Next up for the Raiders is an interview with Bears offensive coordinator Mike Tice, who is scheduled to meet with Oakland officials Tuesday at the Senior Bowl."
Raiders reportedly interview Marty Mornhinweg for head coaching job
January 21
Oakland Tribune
 
"Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg interviewed with Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie on Friday for Oakland's head coaching vacancy, according to NFL.com. Mornhinweg spent the past nine seasons with the Eagles, the past eight as their assistant head coach/offensive coordinator. In Philadelphia, Mornhinweg directed one of the league's most productive offenses. He coached the Detroit Lions in 2001-02, compiling a 5-27 record. Mornhinweg attended Oak Grove High in San Jose and coached for the 49ers from 1997-2000. McKenzie and Mornhinweg could not be reached for comment. A Raiders official said the team won't comment on the coaching search until someone is hired."
Oakland Raiders eyeing Denver Broncos' coordinators for head coaching job
January 18
Denver Post
 
"Amid a shallow pool of candidates with head coaching experience, NFL teams continue to look at two Broncos assistant coaches to fill their vacancies. Newly hired Oakland Raiders? general manager Reggie McKenzie will be in Denver today to interview Broncos offensive coordinator Mike McCoy and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen for the Raiders' head coaching job. McKenzie, 48, is a respected talent evaluator who had been in the Green Bay Packers?' front office since 1994. He fired Raiders coach Hue Jackson this month soon after joining the AFC West team."
Oakland Raiders' coach search could heat up with Green Bay Packers out of playoffs
January 16
Oakland Tribune
 
"The Raiders' search for a head coach should heat up this week, courtesy of the New York Giants. When the Giants beat the Green Bay Packers 37-20 Sunday at Lambeau Field, Packers assistant coaches Winston Moss, Joe Philbin, Dom Capers and Tom Clements became available for head coaching interviews. All have been reported as potential Raiders candidates and had a working relationship with Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie in Green Bay. McKenzie worked in the Packers personnel department for 18 years before being introduced Tuesday as the general manager of the Raiders."
Latest potential Raiders coaching candidate: Dom Capers
January 13
Oakland Tribune
 
"Defensive coordinator Dom Capers is the latest Green Bay Packers coach rumored to be a possibility to be the next head coach of the Raiders. Capers name was floated by the NFL Network, which reported the Raiders were interested in talking to him once the Packers season is concluded. General manager Reggie McKenzie was reportedly set to interview Miami Dolphins interim head coach Todd Bowles on Friday, while other Green Bay assistants on the radar include assistant head coach and inside linebackers coach Winston Moss, offensive coordinator Joe Philbin and quarterbacks coach Tom Clements."
Todd Bowles to interview for Raiders coaching job
January 13
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Dolphins interim head coach Todd Bowles will interview for the Raiders' head-coaching job today. He went 2-1 for Miami after the Dolphins fired Tony Sparano on Dec. 12 and interviewed for the full-time job the day after the regular season ended. Former Titans coach Jeff Fisher is deciding between the Miami job and the St. Louis job. Bowles, 48, interviewed for the Cowboys head-coaching job last offseason. He was a secondary coach in Dallas from 2005-08 before joining the Dolphins as an assistant head coach and secondary coach. He played eight seasons in the NFL as a defensive back for the Redskins and 49ers. Meanwhile, two days after new Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie told coach"
Raiders entering rebuilding phase?
January 12
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"The Raiders have fired two coaches the last two seasons for going 8-8, but they may lose the playoffs-or-bust mentality next year. Owner Mark Davis and new general manager Reggie McKenzie want to build something long-lasting and with the looming re-structuring of the personnel department and a team with a high payroll, they realize that may take a little time. "Mark Davis has told me that he wants long-term success, and we're going to start it right now," McKenize said "To begin, we're going to have to build. That's where our mindset is.""
Report: Raiders Fire Head Coach Hue Jackson
January 10
Oakland Tribune
 
"ESPN's Adam Schefter just Tweeted that the Raiders have fired coach Hue Jackson. There aren't any other details at this point. However, Jackson was slated to meet with incoming general manager Reggie McKenzie to discuss Jackson's future on the heels of his first season as the Raiders head coach. Jackson joined the Raiders in 2010, first as the offensive coordinator. The late Al Davis promoted Jackson to head coach after he fired Tom Cable at the conclusion of the 2010 season."
Report: New Oakland Raiders G.M. may replace Hue Jackson as coach
January 8
Oakland Tribune
 
"ESPN's Chris Mortensen speculated Saturday on the network's "NFL Countdown" show that new Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie may consider replacing coach Hue Jackson with Packers defensive assistant Winston Moss. At his season-ending news conference, Jackson allowed for the fact that a new general manager could look for his own coach and a new start but didn't think it was headed that way. CSN Bay Area reported that "three sources close to the team" said Jackson will remain with the team and that "Reggie McKenzie and Hue Jackson are joined at the hip." Jackson has helped improve a moribund offense in two years, the first year as offensive coordinator."
Packers exec, ex-Raider reportedly gets interview
January 5
Sacramento Bee
 
"Reggie McKenzie, the Green Bay Packers' director of football operations, met Wednesday with the Raiders to discuss a front-office position, according to multiple media outlets. Senior executive John Herrera would neither confirm nor deny reports by ESPN, the NFL Network and the Chicago Sun-Times that had Mc- Kenzie interviewing with the Raiders. McKenzie, 48, has worked in the Green Bay personnel department for 19 years, having been promoted to his current post after serving as director of pro personnel."
Raiders deny report of DC Bresnahan's firing
January 3
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Raiders senior executive John Herrera, when contacted by the Chronicle, said no one has been fired today. That was in response to a report that defensive coordinator Chuck Bresnahan and assistant coaches Greg Biekert, Rod Woodson and Kevin Ross have been fired, according to 95.7 The Game's Chris Townsend. Coach Hue Jackson has made it pretty clear in his comments the last few days that Bresnahan is a dead man walking. The other names are mildly surprising, especially when you think that a new defensive coordinator might want to help decide which position coaches he retains."
Raiders plan front-office restructuring in wake of Davis' passing
January 1
NFL.com
 
"The Raiders will beef up and restructure their front office following the passing of former owner Al Davis, according to team and league sources. If Oakland misses the postseason, that process will begin in earnest as soon as Monday, the sources said. Two names with ties to the organization -- Reggie McKenzie and Elliot Wolf of the Green Bay Packers -- are mentioned repeatedly by sources with knowledge of the process as favorites to end up with the Raiders. Former longtime NFL personnel executive Ken Herock, who had three stints with the Raiders, is advising owner Mark Davis on the process and has been a regular presence at Oakland's team's facility, according to sources."
Foot injury likely to sideline Raiders' McFadden for rest of 2011
December 18
NFL.com
 
"While Oakland Raiders coach Hue Jackson made it clear this week that running back Darren McFadden will not need surgery on his injured foot, it is unlikely McFadden will play again this season, according to team sources. McFadden has been sideline for the Raiders' last six game -- unable to practice -- and his chronic foot condition remains a concern. Even if the Raiders reached the postseason McFadden would have difficulty making it back, I'm told."
Raiders have no list of G.M. candidates, yet
December 18
Pro Football Talk
 
"As the regular season moves to a conclusion, the Raiders widely are expected to hire a G.M. after the 2011 season ends. Per a league source, the Raiders have no list and plan to compile no list of G.M. candidates until the 2011 season ends. It's worth noting that the Raiders have no list because there are rumors, and possibly reports, of a list. The rumors and reports simply aren't true. So where do the rumors and reports come from? Agents and other intermediaries apparently are pitching names to the Raiders, which then can be used as a vehicle for forcing the names that are pitched into the general conversation, giving the names some validity."
Hue Jackson says McFadden isn't out for season
December 12
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Phil Simms said on the CBS telecast of the game that injured Oakland running back Darren McFadden has a Lisfranc injury to his right foot, and not a mid-foot sprain, and could be out for the year. Raiders head coach Hue Jackson said that there has been no change in McFadden's diagnosis. No," Jackson said. "And it's not a season-ender. I mean, that's what we said - it's a sprained foot, Lisfranc, whatever you want to call it. Basically the same thing. I think Darren will be back before the season's over. And when we get him back, we'll get him back." A Lisfranc injury affects a joint in the center of the foot, and is what ended Houston quarterback Matt Schaub's season. McFadden has not"
Rolando McClain plays 3 days after arrest
December 5
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain played three days after he was arrested on misdemeanor assault, firearms and other charges in his Alabama hometown. He didn't start - missing the first two plays - but that was because of the defensive packages Oakland was using and not because he was being disciplined, head coach Hue Jackson said. There will be no team punishment, Jackson said. For now. "The information that I have, that I gathered myself in dealing with him, is I feel that the player has an opportunity to move beyond this," Jackson said."
Raiders' Jackson plans to play LB McClain in wake of arrest
December 4
NFL.com
 
"Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, according to source with knowledge of the situation. The Raiders, and the NFL, continue to investigate the details of McClain's Thursday arrest on charges of discharging a firearm within city limits, third degree assault, menacing, and reckless endangerment in his Alabama hometown. Raiders coach Hue Jackson could opt to make a pre-game decision to the contrary, but for now the source said the team has not planned to discipline him for this game."
McClain likely will play for Raiders today
December 4
Pro Football Talk
 
"Raiders coach Hue Jackson has not decided — or, if he has, he hasn't publicly indicated — whether middle linebacker Rolando McClain will play on Sunday, three days after being arrested on multiple charges in Alabama arising from allegations that he stuck a gun in someone's face before pulling it away and firing it near the man's ear. Per a league source, it's believed that McClain will indeed play when the Raiders face the Dolphins."
Raiders' McClain arrested for firing gun, assault
December 1
CSN Bay Area
 
"Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain has been arrested for discharging a firearm within city limits, third degree assault, menacing, and reckless endangerment after an incident Wednesday night in his Alabama hometown. Lt. John Crouch of the Decatur Police Department told Comcast SportsNet that McClain has been charged and was held in custody after allegedly assaulting an individual, holding a gun to his head and firing a shot next to his ear. "I can tell you that Rolando McClain is under arrest," Crouch said. "He's been charged with third degree assault, menacing, reckless endangerment and discharging a firearm in city limits." Read more: Raiders' McClain arrested for firing gun, assault"
Ex-Raider Chester McGlockton dies at age 42
December 1
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"A large shadow was cast over the Oakland Raiders, Stanford Cardinal and San Francisco 49ers facilities Wednesday with the news that former Raiders defensive lineman and current Stanford assistant coach Chester McGlockton had died at the age of 42. The school said that Mr. McGlockton died overnight. The cause of death was not immediately announced. "It's just a tragic loss. Chester was a dear friend, a teammate, a neighbor, a golf buddy, we coached together at Stanford," Raiders assistant coach and former offensive lineman Steve Wisniewski said. "He had such a big, big heart. He did a phenomenal job over at Stanford coaching.""
McFadden making progress
November 29
Sacramento Bee
 
"There really wasn't much to watch when Darren McFadden was on the field this morning. He was just walking before the media headed to the locker room for interviews. If McFadden did more, he waited until the media could not see him. But McFadden being on the field for even a light workout is a positive considering he hasn't practiced since spraining his foot Oct. 23. "I think that was huge," said Raiders coach Hue Jackson. "I think that's a step in the right direction.""
Raiders coach says playoff drive isn't pressure
November 29
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Those who think the Raiders may wilt under the pressure now that they're 7-4 for the first time since 2002, in first place in the AFC West and staring straight ahead at the playoffs - well, coach Hue Jackson says you're wrong. Well, he hopes that you're wrong, he said at Monday's news conference. "I would hope that I put so much pressure on this football team that there won't be pressure," Jackson said. "That really isn't the pressure. The pressure is among your teammates of making sure you do your job and play as well as you can play and you're accountable to each other from player to player, from player to coach, from coach to player. ... "It's not about pressure; it's about work. We"
Raiders' McFadden still is very limited with foot injury
November 25
NFL.com
 
"Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden likely will miss at least a few more games while recovering from his foot injury, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. McFadden still is very limited and unable to do much. The source said playing this week is not feasible for McFadden, and in all likelihood, next week's game is not probable for his return, either. McFadden went down Oct. 23 against the Kansas City Chiefs and has missed the Raiders' past three games."
Wide receiver corps is banged up
November 24
Sacramento Bee
 
"Since joining the team last month, quarterback Carson Palmer has spent time building a rapport with the Raiders' running backs and receivers. On Wednesday, Palmer found himself trying to find a familiar face as the Raiders' four leading receivers – including three wide receivers – sat out practice. Wide receivers Darrius Heyward-Bey (neck), Denarius Moore (foot) and Jacoby Ford (foot) did not practice, and neither did running back Darren McFadden (foot)."
Injured Heyward-Bey doing better
November 22
Sacramento Bee
 
"Raiders wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey was doing better Monday after being carted off the field on a stretcher in the Raiders' 27-21 win at Minnesota on Sunday. Heyward-Bey was kneed in the back of the head by linebacker E.J. Henderson while falling to the turf in the fourth quarter and suffered neck and back injuries and a concussion, coach Hue Jackson said. "Obviously, we're still going to take precautions with him, but he's moving around, walking around, looking like Darrius, neck brace on," Jackson said. "He's doing good. That was a tough shot that he took, but he's a tough young man. I'm sure as fast as he can get out there with his teammates he will be.""
Raiders' Hue Jackson blasts 'unfair' officials
November 21
Sacramento Bee
 
"The Raiders were under the impression that Sunday's game was against the Minnesota Vikings, 11 players per side. By game's end, Raiders coach Hue Jackson felt as if his players were competing against 18 guys on most downs – 11 players and seven officials. Not that it mattered much. The Raiders streaked to a 20-point lead, allowed two fourth-quarter touchdowns and needed a late defensive stand, yet won 27-21. "We won the game because we aren't going to let it get to us, and we are going to continue to play through it," Jackson said. Jackson said he intends to break from tradition and contact the league about what he termed "unfair" officiating in a game in which the Raiders were penalized"
Michael Bush is in line for a hefty contract after strong showing in 2011
November 20
Oakland Tribune
 
"The huge payday Michael Bush anticipated twice within the past four-plus years never materialized. But finally it's coming, one way or the other. How much Bush receives from the Raiders or another NFL team remains to be seen. Yet, everyone agrees that the amount is going up with each game, as Bush asserts himself as a legitimate starting running back. "There's no question, when he's healthy he can be an every-down back," said Dave Razzano, an NFL scout for more than two decades. "If he ends on a real high note, there could be a pretty good market for him because most people had him rated pretty good coming out (of college)." Bush is slated to start Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings in"
Darren McFadden likely to miss his third straight game
November 17
Oakland Tribune
 
"Darren McFadden watched part of practice Wednesday, standing on his own two feet. Where the Raiders' star running back is concerned, that rates as news, although it doesn't make him a likely participant Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. "I saw Darren McFadden without a boot, standing out here with his teammates today for the first time in a long time," Raiders coach Hue Jackson said. "To me, that's huge progress. I'll see our medical people to find out exactly where that is.""
Have to think that McFadden and Ford out for Sunday
November 16
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Raiders running back Darren McFadden and Jacoby Ford were not at practice Monday, and seem like big longshots to come back from their sprained foot injuries in time to play Sunday in Minnesota. McFadden, who has been out three weeks now, at least had his protective walking boot off at some point Monday, Raiders coach Hue Jackson said. Jackson was asked what are the running back's chances of playing this week. "Honestly I don't know," Jackson said. "I'm going to leave that to our doctors. He is getting closer, I do know that. "I know he's working his tail off," Jackson added. "When I saw him this morning he looked good. Until we get closer later on in the week and we know exactly where he"
Raiders interested in Packers' McKenzie
November 12
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
 
"If the ability to find players is the No.?1 criteria for serving as the general manager of a National Football League team, Ron Wolf says Reggie McKenzie is every bit as capable as his boss with the Green Bay Packers. With McKenzie, the Packers' director of football operations, rumored as a front-office candidate for the Oakland Raiders, Wolf was asked at mid-week to compare his evaluation skills to those of Packers general manager Ted Thompson. Wolf brought both men into the personnel business, hiring Thompson as a pro scout in January 1992 and McKenzie as a pro scout in May 1994. "You're talking about the ability to evaluate, right?" Wolf said. "Pure evaluation. Yeah, I would think so."
Carson Palmer is getting a crash course in Oakland Raiders offense
November 10
Oakland Tribune
 
"The education of Carson Palmer continues Thursday night against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium as the Raiders attempt to bump one of their rivals from the top spot in the AFC West. The Raiders, 4-4, are tied with the Chargers and Chiefs atop the division, attempting a title run that might be unprecedented. "Nobody has ever sat out with no offseason, no training camp, and come in halfway through the season and been asked to be 'the guy' for your football team -- especially on a team that has playoff aspirations," former quarterback and NFL Network studio host Kurt Warner said. "Nobody's really been there before." After Palmer completed 19 of 35 passes for 332 yards, three"
Darren McFadden likely out against San Diego Chargers
November 9
Oakland Tribune
 
"The Raiders had a season-high 11 players out of practice Tuesday, and although it's safe to assume running back Darren McFadden won't play, a number of others will be given ample opportunity to heal to be able to play Thursday in San Diego. Coach Hue Jackson said there would be no definitive status on McFadden until Wednesday, but it has been three weeks since the Raiders' leading rusher has been on the field and he has yet to be seen working with the training staff. Areas of concern heading into Thursday night's game include the offensive line and defensive secondary."
No sign of McFadden at walkthrough
November 8
Oakland Tribune
 
"The Raiders have already put the Denver Broncos in the rear-view mirror to the point where they are in the process of conducting a walkthrough for Thursday night's game in San Diego. During his weekly press conference, coach Hue Jackson said he didn't know if running back Darren McFadden would be a part of it. During the media window, there was no sign of McFadden. Given the limited amount of time before the next game and the fact that McFadden apparently still hasn't so much as gone out for a leisurely jog, chances are he won't face the Chargers."
Raiders' RB Darren McFadden likely out Sunday
November 3
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Running back Darren McFadden was seen leaving the Raiders facility Wednesday still on crutches and with his foot in a walking boot, so his chances of playing Sunday against the Broncos seem to have gone out the window. He sprained the middle of his right foot in the first series of the Oct. 23 loss to the Chiefs. Raiders coach Hue Jackson said McFadden has made progress, but acknowledged he may hold him out against the Broncos considering Oakland plays in San Diego four days later."
Houshmandzadeh latest former Bengal to get a look
October 31
Sacramento Bee
 
"Are the Oakland Raiders becoming Bengals-West? The Raiders traded for Cincinnati quarterback Carson Palmer two weeks ago and signed former Bengals safety Chinedum Ndukwe. Tomorrow the Raiders will workout former Bengals wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh. Houshmandzadeh hasn't played this season after spending 2010 with Baltimore."
Packers' McKenzie on Raiders' radar
October 24
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
 
"Jason La Canfora of the NFL Network reported that the Packers' director of football operations, Reggie McKenzie, is among four of the leading candidates to become general manager of the Oakland Raiders. La Canfora said Sunday on "Inside Slant" that Raiders coach Hue Jackson will be involved in the hiring of a general manager, whoever it is."
Who's Raiders' starter at QB? Coach isn't saying
October 22
San Francisco Chronicle
 
"Whether Kyle Boller or Carson Palmer starts at quarterback for the Raiders against Kansas City on Sunday, Oakland's game plan might be affected more by who's kicking the ball instead of who's throwing it. Sebastian Janikowski did not practice again Friday because of a hamstring injury. Janikowski is 12-for-13 on field-goal tries this season and has hit five of 50 yards or longer. His range clearly can influence play-calling once the Raiders get past midfield. More on the kicking situation later. First, let's look at head coach Hue Jackson's range in publicly avoiding naming his starting QB for Sunday's game. During his early-afternoon news conference, Jackson was asked why he's"