Expected back on one-year deal

Richard is expected to return to the Raiders on a one-year deal worth $3.095 million after the team placed a second-round tender on the running back Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

Analysis: Fellow running backs Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin are slated to hit free agency, which could well lead to some changes in Oakland's 2019 backfield composition. Richard's ability as a pass-catcher is something the Raiders clearly value and prefer to keep in the mix. The 25-year-old was effective in that area in 2018, as Richard more than doubled his previous career high and recorded 68 total receptions. He also improved upon his ball security with three fumbles (two lost) over a career-high…read more

Ends 2018 campaign with 68 catches

Richard rushed for one yard on three carries and caught two passes on as many targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 35-3 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Richard saw a significant uptick in usage during his third season with the Raiders, totaling a career-high 123 touches for 866 yards and one score in 16 games. Despite a season-ending groin injury to starting running back Marshawn Lynch, Richard's value in standard leagues was capped by the resurgence of newcomer Doug Martin. Nonetheless, Richard was an intriguing option for PPR owners in deeper leagues given his 68 receptions on 81 targets for 607 yards. He'll be a restricted free agent in…read more

Puts in full practice

Richard (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Analysis: As anticipated, Richard's status for the season finale in Kansas City was never in much peril after he was limited by an ankle issue at Wednesday's practice. With a full session now under his belt, Richard should reprise his duties as the top change-of-pace option behind starting running back Doug Martin. The No. 2 role hasn't prevented Richard from offering utility in deeper leagues the past four weeks, as he's cleared 50 yards from scrimmage on three occasions and hauled in 13 receptions in…read more

Logs limited practice Wednesday

Richard (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Richard's status will be updated over the Raiders' final two practices of the week, but he'll likely work in his usual change-of-pace role in Sunday's season finale against the Chiefs if his ankle proves to be a non-issue. While working behind Doug Martin for much of the season, Richard has offered a degree of PPR utility while routinely ranking as a prominent option in a beleaguered Oakland passing attack.

Finally breaks TD skid Week 16

Richard accounted for 11 yards and a touchdown on four carries, along with four receptions for 40 yards during Monday's 27-14 win against the Broncos.

Analysis: Richard didn't establish himself as a high-volume scorer during his first two seasons as a pro between 2016 and 2017, compiling five total touchdowns across 32 games for the Silver and Black. Even for a player with minimal expectations in that department, a 14-game scoring drought was beginning to wear on fantasy GMs, particularly for those abstaining from PPR scoring as 52.9 percent of Richard's pass-catching output this season was attributed to receptions entering Monday night. Week 17 lines…read more

Totals 76 scrimmage yards

Richard carried four times for nine yards and caught five passes for an additional 67 yards during Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Bengals.

Analysis: Richard did next to nothing on the ground, but he made an impact as a receiver, finishing second on the team in targets, catches and yards. His involvement in the passing game had been suppressed in recent weeks, so it was a good sign to see him included in the gameplan once more. Richard's role seems secure over the final games of the season, and he'll look to remain involved as a pass catcher next week against the Broncos.

Deemed healthy

Richard (ribs) wasn't listed on the Raiders' injury report Wednesday.

Analysis: Richard's minor rib injury didn't seem to impact his role during a 24-21 win over the Steelers on Sunday, as he gained 29 yards on nine touches while handling a 49 percent snap share. He gets a friendlier matchup in Week 15 with the Raiders traveling to Cincinnati.

Escapes with minor injury

Richard injured his ribs during Sunday's 24-21 win over Pittsburgh, but coach Jon Gruden expects the running back to be okay, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Richard didn't appear to have any limitations during the upset win, gaining 24 yards on eight carries and five yards on one reception while playing 49 percent of the snaps on offense. His snap share landed between 39 and 51 percent each of the past nine games, but the production hasn't been nearly as consistent, with Richard falling shy of 30 scrimmage yards two of the past three weeks. DeAndre Washington would be the obvious choice to fill in on passing downs if Richard can't play Week 15 at…read more

Blows up for 126 offensive yards

Richard tallied 95 rushing yards on six carries with one lost fumble, adding three receptions for 31 yards during Sunday's 40-33 loss to Kansas City.

Analysis: Richard's skills as a pass catcher were on full display Sunday, but even more notably, he accounted for a career-high 95 rushing yards against the Chiefs' No. 18 rush defense (had averaged 2.7 carries for 10.8 yards per game through Week 12). The 25-year-old scatback averaged a modest 4.0 YPC entering the weekend, but he was electrifying on the ground in this one, accounting for seven or more yards on five of his six attempts, and four times dashing for gains of 16-plus yards. Fantasy players…read more

Quiet in loss

Richard gained one yard on his lone carry and caught two of four targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

Analysis: Richard hadn't been dealt less than four touches since playing just eight offensive snaps in Week 2, so his lack of involvement Sunday came as a bit of a surprise especially given the game flow. The Raiders spent the entire second half in comeback mode, but rookie receiver Marcell Ateman hogged a majority of the looks from quarterback Derek Carr with 10 targets. Oakland could be playing from behind again in Week 13 against the 9-2 Chiefs.

Gets going on ground

Richard amounted 61 yards rushing on 11 attempts, adding three catches for 32 yards during Sunday's 23-21 win against Arizona.

Analysis: The third-year scatback far exceeded his previous season high in rushing yards (24), dicing up the Cardinals' bottom-five rush defense for 5.5 yards per carry. Richard and third-string back DeAndre Washington both benefited from expanded roles on the ground after starter Doug Martin suffered an ankle injury in the first half that sidelined him for the final two quarters. So long as Martin's injury doesn't affect his availability for the Week 12 game against the Ravens, Richard's future…read more

Totals 59 yards in loss

Richard rushed three times for seven yards and added 52 more while hauling in five of his six targets in Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Richard led the team in receptions for the second straight week, thanks once again to garbage time. The 25-year-old saw just one of his targets in the first half, but as long as the Raiders are playing from behind most weeks, he should continue to compile numbers via second-half dump-off passes, and he did here. The Southern Mississippi product has at least four catches and 45 yards in each of his last five games, all blowout losses.

Paces team in receptions, receiving yardage

Richard rushed twice for four yards and brought in all four of his targets for 45 yards in the Raiders' 34-3 loss to the 49ers on Thursday.

Analysis: The game flow worked out perfectly for Richard, who excels as a passing down and change-of-pace back. He finished with the team lead in receptions and receiving yardage despite modest totals in both categories, a testament to the struggles of the Raiders offense overall. The 25-year-old now has a career-high 43 receptions on the season and figures to continue logging a consistent workload in that department, especially given how often the Raiders are likely to find themselves facing sizable…read more

Eight catches in Week 8 loss

Richard rushed twice for 14 yards and caught all eight of his targets for 50 more in Sunday's 42-28 loss to the Colts.

Analysis: While he didn't see an uptick in usage on the ground in the wake of Marshawn Lynch's groin injury, Richard made his presence felt in the passing game. The 1-6 Raiders figure to keep falling behind most of the time, giving Richard plenty of opportunities to add to his robust receptions total -- he's caught six or more passes five times this season. Up next for Richard and the Raiders is a Week 9 tilt with the 49ers on Thursday.

Could see more involvement

Richard could be in line for additional touches out of the Raiders' backfield after the team placed starting running back Marshawn Lynch (groin) on injured reserve, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Richard has caught at least six passes in four of the Raiders' first six games this season, but he could be in line for additional carries behind 29-year-old Doug Martin with Lynch now sidelined. Richard has averaged just 2.9 yards per carry on 11 rushing attempts, however, so expect a majority of his production to continue coming through the air. Starting wide receiver Amari Cooper's trade to Dallas should also be noted, as checkdown machine Derek Carr (arm) could be forced to rely on Richard…read more

Contributes in passing game

Richard managed just three rushing yards on two carries but led Oakland in receptions (seven) and receiving yards (48) during Sunday's 27-3 loss to Seattle.

Analysis: The third-year man has subtly comprised a solid six weeks of production to start the season, though almost exclusively as a contributor in the passing game for Oakland. Only 11 percent of Richard's offensive yardage this year is attributed to rushing, compared to an average of 63 percent between 2016 and 2017. Richard is posting per-game clips of 5.2 catches and 42.7 receiving yards, giving him significant added value in PPR-formatted leagues specifically. Once Oakland returns from the bye…read more

Catches six more passes

Richard caught six passes for 53 yards on six targets and took one carry for four yards in Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Richard's role as the passing-down back has led to some decent outings -- at least in PPR formats -- when the Raiders have been forced into catch-up mode. Of course, he doesn't offer much upside in terms of yardage or touchdown potential, and we saw his ugly floor Week 2 when he managed just two carries and no receptions. Richard doesn't offer a ton of appeal for Week 6 with the Raiders hosting the Seahawks in what appears to be a reasonably even matchup.

Logs four touches in victory

Richard lost two yards on his lone carry but added three receptions for 38 yards on five targets in Sunday's 45-42 overtime win over the Browns.

Analysis: Richard continues to be involved in the Raiders' aerial attack out of the backfield, but starter Marshawn Lynch also vultured five targets of his own from quarterback Derek Carr. Richard is on pace for just over 600 receiving yards and nearly 100 targets this season through four weeks, having racked up 18 catches for 152 yards on 23 targets.

Snags six passes Sunday

Richard caught six of seven targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 28-20 loss to the Dolphins.

Analysis: Richard tied Jordy Nelson for the team lead in receptions with six, bringing the former's total to 15 catches for 114 yards through the first three weeks of the regular season. Richard was uninvolved on the ground, however, while Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin combined for 28 carries. Richard has now logged two games with double-digit fantasy points in PPR scoring.

Uninvolved against Denver

Richard rushed for three yards on two carries in Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Broncos.

Analysis: Richard was on the field for just eight offensive snaps as the Raiders played with a lead until a last-second field goal by the Broncos. The lack of involvement for Richard comes just one week after the reserve logged nine catches for 55 yards on 11 targets. In Week 2, Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin combined for 28 touches while quarterback Derek Carr attempted 32 passes, leaving little room for Richard to carve out a meaningful role in terms of fantasy production.

Hauls in nine passes Monday

Richard rushed for 24 yards on five carries and caught nine passes on 11 targets for 55 yards in Monday's loss to the Rams.

Analysis: Richard was busier than expected Monday as the Raiders fell behind in the second half, with the reserve running back tying for the team lead in receptions while seeing four more targets than Amari Cooper and Jordy Nelson combined. With 37 offensive snaps, Richard was on the field for 10 more plays than starter Marshawn Lynch and a significant 27 more than fellow backup Doug Martin. The Raiders could find themselves behind again in Week 2 against the division-rival Broncos, in which case a…read more

Keeps roster spot

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

Analysis: With undrafted rookie sensation Chris Warren (knee) headed for injured reserve, Oakland kept Richard, Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and DeAndre Washington (knee) on the 53-man roster. Richard could get some work on passing downs, but carries will be hard to come by.

Battling for roster spot

Richard gained three yards on two carries and caught three of five targets for 34 yards in Friday's 13-6 preseason win over the Packers.

Analysis: Richard is stuck in a battle for one of the final roster spots available in the Raiders' backfield, with veterans Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin having seemingly locked down the top two positions on the depth chart. That will leave Richard to compete with DeAndre Washington (knee) and Chris Warren for one or two openings heading into preseason finale Thursday in Seattle, though Washington has already been ruled out for that contest. Richard's niche as a pass-catching threat would make him an…read more

Logs nine touches in preseason debut

Richard rushed for 13 yards on five carries to go along with four receptions on as many targets for 35 yards in Friday's preseason win over the Lions.

Analysis: Richard was unproductive as a ball carrier, averaging just 2.6 yards per rush with a long run of five yards. However, he made up for it in the passing game as a viable receiver out of the backfield. Fellow backup running backs Chris Warren and DeAndre Washington combined for 124 rushing yards on just 19 carries, which somewhat hurts Richard's positioning in the battle for a roster spot behind starter Marshawn Lynch. However, he still has a trio of preseason games during which he can make an…read more

Back to work

Richard (calf) returned to practice Thursday, Michael Gehlken of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Analysis: Richard was forced out of Sunday's practice with a strained calf, but he can now get back to the business of securing slotting in the Raiders' deep backfield, which also includes Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and DeAndre Washington. The 5-foot-8, 205-pounder has averaged 5.5 yards per carry (on 139 attempts) over his first two NFL campaigns and has displayed utility as a pass-catcher, so a change-of-pace role behind Lynch should be Richard's for the taking this season.

Injures calf Sunday

Richard exited Sunday's practice with a strained calf, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Analysis: While the severity of Richard's injury isn't certain, any sort of setback for the third-year back hurts his chances of making the final roster. With Chris Warren (undisclosed) also out of commission, the Raiders added undrafted rookie James Butler on Sunday to replenish depth.

Richard is part of a deep group at running back, alongside Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and DeAndre Washington, Doug Williams of NBC Bay Area reports.

Analysis: Richard caught on with Oakland as an undrafted rookie in 2016 and has subsequently averaged 5.5 yards on 139 carries and 6.0 yards on 75 targets (56 catches) in 32 games. His efficient per-touch production last season was overshadowed by eight fumbles, though six came on special teams (including four muffs) and another on a desperation lateral. It's safe to say Richard will be removed from the punt return unit, and he may even need to battle for a roster spot, competing with Martin, Washington…read more

Richard did not log a single carry in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Chargers, but he caught his lone target for six yards.

Analysis: Richard was not involved in the Raiders' offensive game plan during their season finale as he logged just six snaps following a Week 16 performance in which he lost a pair of fumbles. The second-year running back earned zero carries in three of the team's last four games, relying on his role as a pass catcher and punt returner to produce any sort of fantasy value. He finishes the 2017 campaign with 56 rushes for 275 yards and one touchdown to go along with 27 receptions (on 36 targets) for 256…read more

Richard racked up 42 yards on four carries and caught two passes on as many targets for 14 yards in Monday's 19-10 loss to the Eagles. He also lost a pair of fumbles.

Analysis: Richard had earned just eight total offensive touches in the Raiders' previous four contests combined, but the second-year running back was given additional chances behind starter Marshawn Lynch in Week 16 with fellow backup DeAndre Washington struggling as of late. As Oakland has fallen from playoff contention, Richard could see a similar workload in the Raiders' season finale against the Chargers on Sunday.

Richard caught two passes on as many targets for 21 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Richard failed to earn a single carry out of the Raiders' backfield for a second consecutive week, while he's totaled just three carries throughout the past four games combined. The second-year running back has now logged more receiving yards (236) than rushing yards (233) through 14 games this season. It'll be tough for Richard to see a significant increase in volume against the Eagles in Week 16, as starter Marshawn Lynch and fellow backup DeAndre Washington both remain at full health.

Richard failed to earn a single touch in 15 offensive snaps played during Sunday's 26-15 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Richard logged more snaps than fellow backup running back DeAndre Washington for the first time since Week 9, but such a feat didn't translate to production as the former failed to record neither a rushing attempt nor reception. Richard's lack of involvement in the Raiders' offense doesn't bode well for his Week 15 outlook against the Cowboys, though he figures to continue serving as the team's punt returner.

Richard rushed for four yards on one carry and caught one pass for five yards on three targets during Sunday's 24-17 win over the Giants.

Analysis: Richard has now logged no more than 13 offensive snaps in four consecutive games, remaining behind both starter Marshawn Lynch and fellow backup DeAndre Washington in the pecking order at running back. Richard's season averages of 4.5 yards per carry and 9.8 yards per reception are fairly healthy, but he figures to continue seeing limited opportunities out of the backfield moving forward.

Richard rushed for 17 yards on two carries and caught two passes on as many targets for 13 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Richard was on the field for just five offensive plays Week 12, but his six-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter essentially sealed the win for the Raiders as they took a 21-0 lead. Starting running back Marshawn Lynch was heavily involved down the stretch as he racked up a season-high 26 carries, while backup DeAndre Washington saw nine touches to Richard's four. Expect Washington's usage behind Lynch to continue impacting Richard's potential output Week 13 when the Giants come to…read more

Richard rushed for 19 yards on four carries to go along with two receptions on three targets for nine yards during Sunday's blowout loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: Richard was given a touch on more than half of his offensive snaps in Week 11, but he was on the field for just 11 plays while fellow backup DeAndre Washington logged 24 snaps. After earning double-digit touches against both the Bills and Chiefs just a few weeks ago, Richard's role in the Raiders' offense has been reduced throughout the team's past two contests. His fantasy value figures to remain limited to deeper leagues once again in Week 12 against the Broncos.