Janikowski has a visit scheduled with the Seahawks on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: In the days leading up to the 2017 season, Janikowski engaged in a contract dispute with the Raiders. While a resolution was reached during Week 1 prep, he suddenly landed on IR one day before the opener due to a disc injury in his back. He remained there the rest of the year as Giorgio Tavecchio handled place-kicking duties and was eventually jettisoned this offseason after 18 campaigns with the organization. The meeting with the Seahawks will mark Janikowski's second since that point - he…read more

Janikowski's agent said Wednesday that his client is over the back injury that sidelined him in 2017 and intends to play during the upcoming season, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Janikowski's 18-year tenure with the Raiders will officially come to an end March 14, when the soon-to-be 40-year-old hits unrestricted free agency after the organization informed him Wednesday that he wouldn't be retained next season. The 2000 first-round selection had been at risk of losing his roster spot ahead of the 2017 campaign in favor of Giorgio Tavecchio, but Janikowski's back injury allowed the Raiders to stash him on injured reserve and delay parting ways with the franchise scoring…read more

The Raiders informed Janikowski (back), an impending free agent, that they don't plan to retain him during the upcoming season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Janikowski has spent his entire 18-year career with the Raiders, so this marks the end of an era for the 39-year-old kicker, who was a first-round pick in 2000. An ailing back cost him the entire 2017 campaign, but it's likely a healthy Janikowski would have been released with the Raiders handing Giorgio Tavecchio the kicking gig out of training camp. There's a chance Janikowski fields offers elsewhere as long as he's deemed healthy ahead of the upcoming season, so look for him to potentially…read more

Janikowski (back) won't return this season, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Having used one of their designated-to-return spots to activate rookie safety Obi Melifonwu from injured reserve Nov. 4, the Raiders tabbed Antonio Hamilton (knee) for the other Tuesday. Janikowski will thus remain on IR for the rest of the 2017 season as he recovers from an injured disc in his back. In his absence, Giorgio Tavecchio will handle kicking duties for the final five games of the campaign.

Janikowski will not require surgery on the injured disc in his back, and he could return in eight weeks, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Analysis: Janikowski was surprisingly placed on injured reserve Saturday after initially being listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans. The possibility that he could return is a plus for the Raiders, though with only two opportunities to use the IR-return designation, it's unclear if they would use it on him.

Hits injured reserved

Janikowski (back) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Janikowski was listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, but the move still comes as a bit of a surprise after Janikowski was able to practice throughout the week on a limited basis. The 39-year-old is now out for the season, unless the Raiders elect to utilize one of their two IR-return designations on him. Oakland signed Giorgio Tavecchio off its practice squad to fill in for the veteran, and he'll make his first ever regular-season appearance against the Titans on Sunday.

Janikowski (back), who was limited at practice all week, is listed as questionable for Sunday's season opener against the Titans.

Analysis: Janikowski remains the only kicker on the Raiders' 53-man roster, but the team has added insurance in advance of Sunday's contest in the form of Giorgio Tavecchio, who was added to the team's practice squad Friday. Looking ahead, the most telling sign with regard to any sort of doubt regarding Janikowski's Week 1 status would of course be a move this weekend to promote Tavecchio to the active roster.

Janikowski (back) was limited at practice Thursday.

Analysis: A restructured contract ensures that Janikowski will remain with the Raiders, but the veteran kicker's limitations at practice this week are a bit concerning in advance of Sunday's season opener against the Titans. Per the San Jose Mercury News, if Janikowski is unavailable in Week 1, the team could, in the short term, turn to another kicker such as Giorgio Tavecchio, Josh Lambo, Mike Nugent or Marshall Koehn.

Janikowski (back) and the Raiders reworked his contract and it will not an issue heading into Week 1 against the Titans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Janikowski had two things potentially holding him out of Week 1, but now one of the two has officially put behind him. A lingering back problem kept him limited at Wednesday's practice, so it's worth monitoring his practice status throughout the week and his official designation for the contest, which will arrive Saturday.

Janikowski (back) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Analysis: The Raiders worked out Josh Lambo, Mike Nugent and Marshall Koehn on Monday, but so far Janikowski is the only kicker on the team's roster. According to Scott Bair of CSN Bay Area, Janikowski "let some kickoffs fly on the side during periods open to the media" at Wednesday's practice, but it still remains uncertain whether the veteran will be available for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Janikowski (back) remains on the Raiders' roster as of Tuesday, Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Analysis: Janikowski and the Raiders are at an impasse, contract-wise, but 1/17th of his $4 million salary is now guaranteed due to his presence on the 53-man roster Tuesday afternoon. The remainder will be guaranteed as of Saturday at 4 PM ET, so there's a good chance he knows his fate by week's end. In addition to the money owed Janikowski, he's been slow to recover from a back injury as he enters his age-39 season, spurring the team to try out a number of kickers recently, per Ian Rapoport of NFL…read more

Janikowski declined the Raiders request to rework his contract, which could lead to the team going a different route at kicker entering the season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Janikowski, who is tied for the NFL's longest tenure with his current team, is set to make $4 million this season. At this point he has not accepted a reworked deal, but that could change as early as Tuesday. His contract becomes fully guaranteed at 4 PM Eastern time, so look for the situation to be resolved prior to then. The Raiders brought in Mike Nugent, Josh Lambo, and Marshall Koehn to work out Monday, all of whom lost their positional battles with other teams during training camp.

Janikowski was rested during the Raiders' third preseason game against the Cowboys, while fellow kicker Giorgio Tavecchio connected on two of three extra-point attempts.

Analysis: Janikowski remains the favorite to start at kicker for the Raiders in 2017, but the team has elected to rest the 39-year-old and give Tavecchio additional reps throughout the preseason. Janikowski's big leg combined with Oakland's potent offense should make him a serviceable fantasy option moving forward, though regression may become a factor due to his age.

Janikowski didn't attempt a field goal and converted two of two PATs during the Raiders' 27-14 postseason loss to the Texans on Saturday.

Analysis: Perfectly coinciding with Derek Carr's (broken leg) absence, Janikowski didn't attempt a field goal in any of the Raiders' last three games as the offense simply couldn't move the ball on a consistent basis. Despite this sudden dropoff in usage, Janikowski still finished the 2016 campaign with the 10th-most field goals in the league and could make for an attractive fantasy option on an up-and-coming Oakland squad in 2017.

Janikowski did not attempt a single field goal or extra point in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.

Analysis: Janikowski solidified his status as one of the league's all-time greatest kickers during the 2016 season as he set the record for field goals made from 50 yards or longer. He was also perfect on extra-point attempts until missing twice in Week 16 against the Colts. His final regular season statistics include 29 of 35 field goals made to go along with 37 of 39 on extra-point attempts in 16 games. The Raiders offense will look to get back on track in the AFC Wild Card round against Houston.

Janikowski didn't attempt a field goal Saturday and converted just three of five PATs.

Analysis: Janikowski had attempted a field goal in all but one game this season and saw at least three attempts in two his previous three contests. On the other hand, one of his extra points was blocked and the other was uncharacteristically pushed wide left. Look for The Polish Cannon to get back on track in the Raiders' season finale next week against the Broncos.

Janikowski made four field goals on four attempts to go along with one extra-point conversion during Sunday's win over the Chargers.

Analysis: Janikowski has been on fire throughout the Raiders' past five games, connecting on 13 field goals in as many attempts while remaining perfect on extra-point tries for the season. He'll be another solid fantasy option in Week 16 at home against the Colts, kicking in Oakland's mild winter weather.

Janikowski connected on two field goal attempts in as many tries to go along with one extra point conversion during Thursday's loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: The chilly weather didn't seem to have much of an effect on Janikowski, but the Raiders' offense struggled to score for what seemed like the first time in forever. They'll look to get back on track next week against the Chargers with a longer period of time to prepare, while Janikowski has missed just one field goal on 13 attempts throughout the team's past five contests.

Janikowski connected on three field goals in as many attempts to go along with three converted extra points during Sunday's win over the Bills.

Analysis: Janikowski hasn't missed a field goal in seven tries throughout his past three games, while remaining perfect on extra-point attempts so far this season. He put up 12 points alone in Week 13 for the Raiders, and the veteran continues to follow an upward trend. He'll look to carry the momentum into Week 14's matchup against the Chiefs.

Janikowski connected on two field goals in as many attempts to go along with three converted extra points during Sunday's win over the Panthers.

Analysis: Janikowski still has yet to miss an extra point during a season where it seems that kickers are struggling with the ball being snapped from the 15-yard line. He has also missed just one field goal throughout the Raiders' past three games, while converting on seven attempts during that stretch. His recent consistency and the offense's ability to score has Janikowski on an upward trend.

Janikowski connected on both of his field goal attempts and converted three extra points during Monday's win over the Texans.

Analysis: Janikowski's field goals were chip shots from 20 yards or less, while he remained perfect on the season in terms of extra point attempts. He has accounted for 21 of the Raiders' points throughout the team's past two games, and he figures to be a viable fantasy option again next week versus the Panthers at home.

Janikowski connected on three of four field goal attempts to go along with three converted extra points during Sunday's win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Janikowski's missed field goal attempt came from 48 yards, but he was able to redeem himself by netting three kicks and staying perfect on extra points for the season. He has now missed five total field goals throughout the past five weeks, but remains a viable fantasy option given his ability to hit from 50-plus. He'll have a week to rest with the Raiders on bye in Week 10.

Janikowski made just one of three field goal attempts to go along with three extra points during Sunday's win over the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Janikowski missed a game-winning field goal attempt from 50 yards at the end of the fourth quarter, and couldn't connect from 52 again in overtime. Despite these mishaps, the Raiders were able to sneak away victorious as their aerial attack had a record-setting day with Derek Carr throwing for over 500 yards. Janikowski remained perfect on the year in terms of extra point tries, but he'll look to improve his accuracy next week against the Broncos.

Janikowski connected on all four of his field-goal attempts, including a long of 52, and made three extra points in as many tries during Sunday's win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: Janikowski notched his best performance of the 2016 campaign so far in Week 7 as he booted his third 50-plus yarder of the season and remained perfect on extra points. With Oakland's offense rolling, he'll look to keep the momentum next week against the Buccaneers.

Janikowski connected on one of two field-goal attempts and made his lone extra point try during Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Janikowski converted a 46-yard field goal near the end of the first half but also missed from 52 yards while the Raiders' offense struggled as well. He has missed from 50-plus in back-to-back weeks but will look to improve next week against the Jaguars. He remains perfect on extra-point attempts so far this season.

Janikowski made four of five field-goal attempts, including a long of 56 yards, to go along with two extra points during Sunday's win over the Chargers.

Analysis: Janikowski put up his first big performance in terms of fantasy production Sunday, despite missing from 50 yards during the first quarter. He remained perfect on extra-point attempts throughout the season and is now seven of nine overall on field goal attempts, with two makes coming from more than 50 yards. The Raiders will look to keep their high-scoring momentum heading into their Week 6 matchup against the Chiefs.

Janikowski was not given any opportunities to attempt a field goal during Sunday's win over the Ravens, but he converted on four extra points in as many tries.

Analysis: Janikowski's Raiders found the end zone four times as the team moved to 3-1. He has yet to miss an extra point throughout the 2016 season, but his fantasy value has been limited by attempting just four field goals. He'll look to put up additional points during Week 5's tilt against the Chargers.

Janikowski converted his only field goal attempt from 52 yards to go along with two extra points during Sunday's win over the Titans.

Analysis: Janikowski netted his 53rd career field goal of 50-plus yards, breaking the NFL record in his 17th season with the Raiders. The veteran kicker also remained perfect on extra points so far throughout the 2016 regular season as Oakland got its second win in three weeks. After his impressive feat Week 3, he'll look to keep the momentum heading into the team's next tilt versus the Ravens.

Janikowski missed his only field goal attempt from 58 yards during Sunday's loss to the Falcons. He was perfect on extra points however, making all four of his tries.

Analysis: Janikowski had a chance to pull the Raiders within three points of the Falcons heading into halftime, but came up short from 58 yards. Given the team's offensive production throughout the first two weeks of the season, he'll continue to be a viable fantasy option at kicker moving forward, with the Raiders traveling to Tennessee for their Week 3 matchup.

Janikowski connected on both of his field goal attemtps and an extra point during Sunday's win over the Saints.

Analysis: Janikowski made field goals from 47 and 31 yards in the Raiders' regular season opener, giving the 38-year-old veteran momentum to begin his 17th year in the league. The team elected to go for two at the end of the game down by one after a Derek Carr touchdown pass, so Janikowski lost out on an extra point opportunity in that regard, although it worked out nicely for Oakland. They'll host the Falcons next Sunday in what could be another high-scoring affair.

Wins out in position battle

Janikowski will remain the Raiders' starting kicker in 2016 after the team waived his lone challenger, Giorgio Tavecchio.

Analysis: Although Janikowski overcame early-preseason struggles and has made the team yet again, he should not be rostered in all but the deepest of fantasy leagues; the Raiders attempted the 27th-most field goal attempts in 2015 under first-year HC Jack Del Rio, following a 31st-place rank in 2014. Consequently, The Polish Cannon didn't finish as a top-20 fantasy kicker in either season.

Janikowski connected on his only field goal attempt from 46 yards during Thursday's exhibition loss to the Packers.

Analysis: Janikowski has a bit of competition behind him this offseason in Giorgio Tavecchio, who also made a 28-yard field goal. Unfortunately for Tavecchio, however, he would go on to miss an extra point, helping secure Janikowski's role as the starting kicker moving forward.

Janikowski made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's loss to the Packers.

Analysis: After missing field goals in back-to-back weeks prior to this game, Janikowski got back on track on Sunday as he made field goals from 23, and 30 yards respectively. The veteran kicker has been a middle of the road fantasy option so far this year, but he does still possess the leg and the talent to provide big numbers on any given day. Janikowski will get a matchup with the Chargers this coming Thursday.

Janikowski made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's loss to the Packers.

Analysis: After missing field goals in back-to-back weeks prior to this game, Janikowski got back on track Sunday, as he made field goals from 23 and 30 yards, respectively. The veteran kicker has been a middle-of-the-road fantasy option so far this year, but he does still possess the leg and the talent to provide big numbers on any given day. Janikowski will get a matchup with the Chargers this coming Thursday.

Janikowski missed his only field-goal attempt and made his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Janikowski has now missed his only field-goal attempt in each of the last two games, and this week's was from 43-yards during a very crucial part of the game. With just over five minutes left, the Raiders looked to extend their lead two six points which would have forced the Broncos to score a touchdown on their final drive. However, Janikowski missed the kick wide-left which left the lead at just three points, and opened the door for the Broncos. Luckily, the Raiders' defense came up big, and…read more

Janikowski missed his only field-goal attempt and made two of his three extra-point attempts in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Janikowski had a rough day Sunday, as he missed a 49-yard field goal after it hit the left upright. He also missed an extra point earlier in the game, which also hit the left upright. The veteran kicker has had a good year up to this point, and he still possesses a great leg, so he'll get a pass after this performance. Janikowski is still one of the better options as a fantasy kicker in a much-improved Raiders offense.

Janikowski made his only field goal attempt, and connected on all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's win over the Titans.

Analysis: Janikowski made a 24-yard field goal at the end of the first half, adding three extra point attempts to cap off another perfect day on the year. The veteran kicker is having another solid season, with a much-improved Raiders offense and an above-average leg helping him provide good fantasy value.

Janikowski made both field goal attempts and his only extra point attempt in Sunday's loss to the Lions.

Analysis: Janikowski was perfect Sunday, as he made both field goals, one of which was from 56 yards out. The veteran kicker is now one 50-plus-yard field goal away from becoming the all-time leader in the NFL. He still holds a big leg that allows him to make the long ones, which gives him excellent value at the kicker position.