Barely used in win

Washington logged one carry for minus-one yard Monday in the Raiders' 27-14 win over the Broncos.

Analysis: The Raiders held a 17-point lead at halftime and were thus able to lean heavily on the ground game throughout the night, but it didn't result in increased involvement for Washington. The third-string running back was on the field for just five snaps, which were actually his most since Week 13. Expect Washington to be an afterthought in the game plan in the season finale Sunday in Kansas City so long as the top two options out of the backfield, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard, are both available…read more

Uninvolved in Week 15 loss

Washington rushed for one yard on his lone carry during Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Bengals.

Analysis: Washington has now been held to a single-digit offensive snap count for four consecutive games as Doug Martin and Jalen Richard continue to lead the Raiders backfield during Marshawn Lynch's (groin) absence. Washington's limited volume in the offense figures to remain a hindrance to his potential fantasy value again Week 16 against the Broncos.

Lousy against division foe

Washington rushed for seven yards on three carries and lost a fumble in Sunday's 40-33 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Washington earned a minuscule six offensive snaps and was ineffective during his limited action with an average of 2.3 yards per carry. Meanwhile, fellow running backs Doug Martin and Jalen Richard combined for 193 yards of total offense on 29 touches. Washington's role figures to remain restricted in Week 14 against a Steelers defense that has done a solid job of holding opposing backfields in check.

Held to four touches

Washington rushed for eight yards on three carries and caught his lone target for nine yards in Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

Analysis: Washington was dealt a season high 12 carries in the Raiders' Week 11 win over the Cardinals, but saw his role reduced Sunday as starter Doug Martin was able to play through a minor ankle injury. Washington's fantasy value also continues to be limited by pass-catching complement Jalen Richard, who has seen at least four targets in nine straight games. In Week 13, Oakland is slated to host a Chiefs defense that is giving up 5.0 yards per carry.

Slated for heightened workload

Head coach Jon Gruden said the Raiders will try to get Washington more involved during the final six games of the season, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington matched his career high in rushing attempts (12) during Sunday's victory over Arizona thanks in large part to Doug Martin going down with an ankle injury late in the first half. While Martin isn't expected to be dealing with anything severe, it's possible the veteran may need to miss games, which could set the stage for Washington to serve as Oakland's lead back on early downs in the short term. However, even with a hefty workload potentially on tap, the third-year tailback won't be…read more

Gets more work sans Martin

Washington rushed 12 times for 39 yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Cardinals.

Analysis: Active for just the fourth time in 2018, Washington doubled up his rushing attempts total from his prior three appearances. The increased workload was owed almost entirely to starting tailback Doug Martin sitting out the entire second half with an ankle injury, with scatback Jalen Richard (11 carries, three receptions) also benefiting from a spike in touch total as well. Per Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Martin is scheduled to undergo further evaluation Monday, which should…read more

Gains 27 yards

Washington rushed for 27 yards on five carries during Thursday's 34-3 loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: Suiting up for just the second time this season, Washington increased his carry total from one to five on Thursday. With Marshawn Lynch on injured reserve, Washington figures to be the second ball carrier behind Doug Martin while Jalen Richard serves as the scatback. A handful of carries without much action in the passing game probably doesn't provide much value on a free-falling Oakland team, even against a middle-of-the-pack Chargers run defense Sunday.

Dealt one carry in 2018 debut

Washington rushed for four yards on one carry in Sunday's 42-28 loss to the Colts.

Analysis: Washington made an appearance on just two offensive snaps during his 2018 season debut, while fellow running backs Doug Martin and Jalen Richard combined for 25 total touches. Both Martin and Richard averaged more than five yards per carry, so expect another limited role for Washington in Week 9 against the 49ers on Thursday night.

Expected to make 2018 debut

Washington is expected to make his 2018 debut Sunday against the Colts, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington spent the first couple weeks of the season recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery before becoming a consistent healthy scratch since late September. Expect this to change Week 8 with Marshawn Lynch (groin) having landed on IR, leaving Doug Martin and Jalen Richard at the top of the running back depth chart. Washington is by no means in line for a significant amount of touches, but an injury to Martin or Richard would diversify the former's role in a struggling offense.

Inactive Sunday

Washington (coach's decision) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Raiders' official site reports.

Analysis: Washington was removed from the injury report this past week after recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery, but he'll be kept inactive Sunday as Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard handle the backfield duties.

No longer on injury report

Washington (knee) isn't listed on the Raiders' injury report, Matt Schneidman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Washington was inactive for the Raiders' first two games this season while recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery. His absence from the injury report suggests he has likely made a full recovery at this point, setting the stage for him to potentially make his season debut Sunday against the Dolphins. Given that he's fourth on the depth chart at running back, however, Washington may be at some risk of another inactive status in a coach's decision.

Inactive Week 2

Washington (knee) is inactive for Sunday's Week 2 tilt against the Broncos.

Analysis: The change-of-pace back has apparently failed to make sufficient progress from offseason surgery, although he at least made a return to practice this past week. Jalen Richard, who particularly excelled in the passing game during the Week 1 blowout defeat to the Rams, will once again serve as the complementary option behind Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin.

Questionable against Denver

Washington (knee) is questionable against the Broncos on Sunday, Matt Schneidman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Washington is still recovering from offseason arthroscopic surgery, but managed to return to practice this week. It remains to be seen whether Washington will play Week 2, but he'll have minimal fantasy relevance behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard even if he does suit up.

Returns to limited practice

Washington (knee) returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant, Matt Schneidman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Washington had arthroscopic surgery in late August and was listed as a non-participant on every injury report leading up to the season opener. He's trending in the right direction to start the week, but it would still come as a surprise if he's ready for Sunday's game in Denver. Meanwhile, Jalen Richard had five carries for 24 yards and nine catches for 55 yards in Monday's 33-13 loss to the Rams, securing his role as Oakland's top passing-down back. Washington may not even have a role in the…read more

Out Week 1

Washington (knee) will be absent from Monday's season opener against the Rams, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Analysis: Washington is recovering from arthroscopic surgery this offseason. He was unable to return to practice this week, so it is no surprise that the team has ruled him out for the opener. Doug Martin and Jalen Richard are ahead of him on the depth chart in backing up Marshawn Lynch anyway, so Washington figures to provide depth and not much more once he returns.

Still absent from practice

Washington (knee) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington underwent arthroscopic surgery earlier this offseason to address a knee injury sustained in training camp, and appears to still be recovering. The 25-year-old seems likely to sit out Monday's season-opener against the Rams, and should begin the season behind Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin when he does return to the field. As long as Washington remains sidelined, fellow running back Jalen Richard will handle No. 3 duties uncontested.

Nearing return

Washington (knee) is expected to resume practicing in the near future, Scott Bair of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Washington hurt his knee late in training camp and required arthroscopic surgery to address the matter. The setback didn't derail Washington's bid for a roster spot, but the third-year back's absence for most of the preseason likely eliminated any chance he had of garnering a notable role behind Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin out of the gate. Unless Washington is able to put in a full practice between Thursday and Saturday, he's unlikely to see the field in Monday's opener against the Rams. If…read more

Stays on roster

Washington (knee) has a spot on Oakland's initial 53-man roster, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington had arthroscopic surgery in mid-to-late August, but it wasn't enough to put him on the wrong side of roster cuts. He'll likely compete with Jalen Richard for a minor pass-catching role once he's healthy, while Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin figure to get most of the carries.

Requires arthroscopic surgery

Washington recently underwent arthroscopic to address a lingering knee issue, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington likely will miss the rest of the preseason, but head coach Jon Gruden suggested the knee injury won't kill the 25-year-old's chances of making the 53-man roster. Washington is competing for one or two spots in the backfield along with Jalen Richard and undrafted rookie Chris Warren.

Out with knee issue

Washington isn't practicing Wednesday due to a knee issue, Vic Tafur of The Athletic Bay Area reports.

Analysis: The timing of the injury couldn't be much worse for a player on the roster bubble. Washington is competing with Jalen Richard and Chris Warren for one or two spots in the Oakland backfield.

Impressive in preseason opener

Washington ran for 38 yards on six carries during Friday's preseason win over the Lions.

Analysis: Washington, who averaged 6.3 yards per carry Friday, also forced two missed tackles in just six rushes and had 5.3 yards after contact per attempt according to Pro Football Focus. Washington is entrenched in a four-man battle for three roster spots at running back behind starter Marshawn Lynch, with Doug Martin, Jalen Richard and Chris Warren on hand as Washington's competition.

Returns to practice

Washington (personal) retook the field for practice Tuesday, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Washington temporarily left the team last week to tend to a personal matter, but he rejoined the fold Tuesday and should return to a battle with Jalen Richard for the third-string role behind Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin, with rookie Chris Warren also aiming for a roster spot.

Tending to personal issue

Washington has missed the past three days due to a personal issue, Vic Tafur of The Athletic Bay Area reports.

Analysis: An extended absence for Washington could allow Doug Martin and Jalen Richard to become the favorites in the backup running back battle behind starter Marshawn Lynch. The nature of Washington's personal issue is currently unclear, but he'll hope to return in time for the Raiders' preseason opener against the Lions on Friday as he races stiff competition with rookie Chris Warren also pushing for snaps.

Washington is part of a deep Oakland backfield, with Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard also on the roster, Doug Williams of NBC Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Lynch is locked in as the Week 1 starter, but he'll likely give way to Washington or Richard on passing downs, and Martin is also in the mix to earn a role. Washington could lose his roster spot if he doesn't win the passing-down job, after averaging just 2.7 yards on 57 carries and 5.8 yards on 34 catches last season. Washington, Richard, Martin and undrafted rookie Chris Warren may end up competing for just two spots.

Washington rushed for three yards on two carries and caught two passes on three targets for no gain in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Washington's four touches resulted in just three total yards as his lack of production continued in Week 17. Washington finishes his 2017 campaign with 57 carries for 153 yards and two touchdowns to go along with 34 catches (on 45 targets) for 197 yards and one score in 15 games. The second-year running back solidified himself as the No. 2 option out of the Raiders' backfield behind Marshawn Lynch, but averaged a dismal 2.7 yards per carry, adding to the team's offensive struggles. Washington's…read more

Washington rushed for a loss of three yards on one rush and caught one pass on three targets for two yards in Monday's 19-10 loss to the Eagles.

Analysis: Washington continues to struggle on the ground as he's now totaled just 55 yards on 22 carries in six games since the Raiders' bye week. Despite logging less offensive snaps than Washington, fellow backup Jalen Richard was much more productive behind starter Marshawn Lynch on Monday night, racking up 56 total yards on just six touches. Washington will have one last chance in Week 17 against the Chargers to gain any sort of momentum heading into the Raiders' offseason.

Washington rushed twice for three yards and caught two passes on three targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Washington logged his lowest offensive snap count (11) since Week 9 against Miami, while starter Marshawn Lynch paced the Raiders' backfield once again with 76 yards on 16 carries to go along with three receptions on four targets for 16 yards. Fellow backup Jalen Richard has earned just one carry throughout Oakland's past three contests, despite Washington's poor average of 2.3 yards per carry during that span. Washington is slated to continue playing second fiddle to Lynch in Week 16 against…read more

Washington rushed four times for nine yards and added one reception on two targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 26-15 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Washington logged just 14 offensive snaps for a third consecutive week as starter Marshawn Lynch led the Raiders' backfield with 61 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Washington has now averaged less than 4.0 yards per carry in four straight games, while his fantasy relevance remains limited to deeper leagues heading into a Week 15 matchup against the Cowboys.

Washington rushed for 16 yards and a touchdown on six carries during Sunday's 24-17 win over the Giants.

Analysis: Washington failed to record a single reception for the first time since Week 4 and rushed for a dismal 2.7 yards per carry against the Giants, but he notched his second rushing touchdown of the season to salvage any fantasy relevance. Washington also out-paced fellow backup Jalen Richard in terms of touches, as the latter logged just one carry for four yards to go along with a five-yard reception.

Washington rushed for 23 yards on six carries to go along with three receptions on as many targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Washington logged nine more offensive snaps than fellow backup Jalen Richard against Denver, but the latter found the end zone for his second touchdown of the season on a six-yard reception. The Raiders turned to starter Marshawn Lynch to milk the clock in the second half after jumping out to a 21-0 lead in the third quarter. Washington remains firmly behind Lynch in terms of opportunity at this point, while Richard figures to continue earning several touches per week as well.

Washington rushed for seven yards on three carries and caught two passes for 12 yards on three targets during Sunday's loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: Washington took a backseat to starter Marshawn Lynch in terms of production by a wide margin in Week 11, as the latter rushed for 67 yards on 11 carries to go along with a 10-yard reception. Washington still managed to log 13 more offensive snaps than fellow backup Jalen Richard, though Richard out-rushed Washington by 12 yards on just one more carry. Expect a similar level of involvement from Washington in Week 12 against a tough Broncos rush defense, which just held the Bengals' Joe Mixon to…read more