Robert remained on Oakland's roster through Friday, at which point his $2 million roster bonus and $2.25 million base salary for 2018 became fully guaranteed, Michael Gehlken of The Las Vegas Journal-Review reports.

Analysis: Signed to a two-year extension last offseason, Roberts caught 43 of 65 targets for 455 yards (7.0 per target) and one touchdown in 15 games in 2017. The Raiders seemingly intend to give him another shot at the No. 3 receiver role under new head coach Jon Gruden, though the 27-year-old wideout could face competition from Cordarrelle Patterson and/or a draft pick. The Raiders probably would've released Roberts on Friday if they intended to sign a veteran for the No. 3 job.

Roberts finished his 2017 campaign with 43 receptions (on 65 targets) for 455 yards and one touchdown in 15 games.

Analysis: Roberts, who signed a two-year contract extension with the Raiders prior to the 2017 regular season, accounted for just one touchdown reception in 15 games after posting 10 combined scores throughout his first two seasons in the league. The third-year receiver did notch a career-high 43 catches, however, averaging just over 10 yards per reception primarily out of the slot. Roberts' lack of touchdowns can be attributed to just four red-zone looks in 2017, following a 2016 campaign in which he…read more

Roberts caught three passes on six targets for 23 yards in Monday's 19-10 loss to the Eagles.

Analysis: Roberts saw just one less target than starters Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree combined, as quarterback Derek Carr's struggles negatively impacted the Raiders' receiving corps throughout the contest. Roberts has now caught three passes in three consecutive games for Oakland, while his ceiling remains limited heading into the team's 2017 season finale against a tough Chargers pass defense.

Roberts caught three passes on five targets for a season-high 52 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Roberts logged the Raiders' longest reception of the contest with a 28-yard gain on the first play in the fourth quarter, but he failed to find the end zone for a 12th consecutive game as fellow receiver Michael Crabtree caught both of quarterback Derek Carr's touchdown passes against Dallas in Week 15. Amari Cooper's (ankle) absence didn't exactly translate to significant volume for Roberts, while Crabtree saw 17 passes thrown his way. Roberts figures to play a similar role in Week 16 at…read more

Roberts caught three passes on as many targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 26-15 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Roberts led the Raiders' receiving corps in offensive snaps played (55 of 61), but was held to just three targets despite Amari Cooper missing a majority of the contest after re-injuring his left ankle in the first half. Roberts could be in line for additional looks from quarterback Derek Carr in Week 15 against the Cowboys if Cooper remains sidelined, but Roberts would still be a somewhat risky fantasy option as the slot receiver has yet to surpass 50 yards receiving in a single game this…read more

Roberts logged five receptions for 46 yards on six targets during Sunday's win over the Giants.

Analysis: Roberts led the Raiders in receptions while usual starters Amari Cooper (concussion, ankle) and Michael Crabtree (suspension) were sidelined, but the slot receiver remains without a 50-yard performance through 11 games played this season. He's also been held out of the end zone since Week 1, while the expected returns of both Cooper and Crabtree in Week 14 don't bode well for Roberts' fantasy ceiling.

Roberts could be in store for a larger target volume Sunday against the Giants with Michael Crabtree (suspension) and Amari Cooper (concussion/ankle) unavailable, Matt Schneidman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: As the Raiders' slot man, Roberts, who has logged 55 or more snaps in three of his last four games, doesn't project to see a bump in playing time, but the absence of the top two options in Oakland's passing attack this season will likely result in quarterback Derek Carr turning to Roberts earlier in his reads than he otherwise would. Because Roberts tends to favor more intermediate routes, his upside isn't quite as high as home-run threats Cordarrelle Patterson and Johnny Holton, but if the…read more

Roberts was busy at Wednesday's practice in the absence of Michael Crabtree (suspension) and Amari Cooper (concussion/ankle), Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Typically utilized as the slot receiver in three-wide formations, Roberts also figures to get playing time in two-receiver sets Sunday against the Giants. Roberts played 93 percent of the offensive snaps back in Week 4 when Crabtree sat out with an injury, marking one of five times this season the third-year slot man has gone over the 80-percent mark. While Cordarrelle Patterson and Johnny Holton also figure to take on expanded roles, Roberts and TE Jared Cook are the favorites to lead Oakland…read more

Roberts caught two passes for 26 yards on three targets during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Roberts led the Raiders' wide receivers in terms of snaps against the Broncos as both Michael Crabtree and Amari Cooper exited prematurely. Crabtree, who was ejected in the first quarter, could be dealt a suspension prior to Week 13's matchup against the Giants, which would result in a larger role for Roberts once again. Cooper could also miss additional time due to head and ankle injuries, so Oakland might be forced to deploy a shorthanded receiving corps that features Roberts, Cordarrelle…read more

Roberts caught five passes for 36 yards on nine targets during Sunday's loss to the Patriots, but he also lost a fumble in the red zone and struggled with drops throughout the contest.

Analysis: Roberts posted season highs in both receptions and targets during the Raiders' Week 11 loss, but those numbers were ultimately unable to mask a poor overall performance from the third-year wide receiver. Mistakes included a costly third-down drop along with a lost fumble inside the Patriots' 10-yard line as Oakland approached the end zone. These lapses in focus by Roberts could result in a snap increase for Cordarrelle Patterson out of the slot against the Broncos in Week 12.

Roberts caught two passes on as many targets for 28 yards during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Dolphins.

Analysis: Roberts was able to return from the illness that kept him sidelined in Week 8 against the Bills, but he nearly tied his season low in offensive snaps with just 35. The third-year receiver logged his third 20-plus reception of the season, but he hasn't found the end zone since Week 1. Fellow receivers Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree -- along with tight end Jared Cook -- continue to rank as Derek Carr's favorite targets as the Raiders head into their bye week.

Roberts (illness) practiced fully Thursday.

Analysis: Roberts has turned in full practices both of the last two days, clearing up any concern about his status heading into Sunday's game against the Dolphins. With Roberts likely in line to reprise his normal role as the Raiders' No. 3 wideout behind Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree, Cordarrelle Patterson, who played a season-high 57 offensive snaps in Week 8, should see a significant role reduction.