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Tagged: Marshawn Lynch (37 Results)

Jun
26

Raiders rushing attack has new weapon

New Oakland fullback KEITH SMITH is not likely to be selected in upcoming fantasy drafts. He may, however, be a key to the fantasy success of the Raiders’ backfield. Smith isMore recognized as one of the best run-blocking fullbacks in the league. He helped Dallas running back EZEKIEL ELLIOTT break the franchise rookie rushing record two years ago and could help MARSHAWN LYNCH have a big year in Oakland. Less

Source: NBC Bay Area

May
31

Martin to compete with Lynch for starting role?

Oakland running back DOUG MARTIN has been impressive in his first workouts with the Raiders and appears to be doing everything possible to force a competition for the starting role withMore veteran MARSHAWN LYNCH. While the job is Lynch’s to lose, Martin could be someone to watch as the offseason continues. Less

Source: Team Blog

Around the NFL: Doug Martin

The Raiders signed Doug Martin a few weeks back, and it was an interesting move. Jon Gruden has a Tampa background. Does he know something about Martin? And is this the beginning of the end for Marshawn Lynch?  more »

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Mar
22

Lynch restructures contract to stay with Raiders

Oakland running back MARSHAWN LYNCH restructured his contract with the Raiders, meaning that he will remain with the team for the 2018 season. The Raiders also added running back DOUG MARTIN via free agency so Lynch will likely have company in the Oakland backfield.

Source: NBC Sports

Factoid: Marshawn Lynch

Marshawn Lynch turns 32 next month – probably the league’s oldest starting running back in 2018. Matt Forte just retired, and I don’t think anybody will want Frank Gore or Adrian Peterson to be a starter. Does Beast Mode have anything left?  more »

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Feb
22

Gruden wants Lynch as feature back

Oakland coach Jon Gruden wants “full-time” MARSHAWN LYNCH as his feature back with the Raiders for the 2018 season. While it sounds like Gruden is all-in on Lynch as his number one running back, time will tell if Lynch feels the same.

Source: KDWN Radio

Feb
16

Gruden sees Lynch, Crabtree returning

Oakland head coach Jon Gruden says that veteran running back MARSHAWN LYNCH is currently the leading ball-carrier and the Raiders’ back. While he wouldn’t confirm that Lynch will be on theMore 2018 roster, it sounds like a definite possibility. Gruden sounded like he expected veteran wideout MICHAEL CRABTREE to be a part of the team as well. Less

Source: NFL.com

Dec
4

Lynch leads Raiders vs. Giants

With starting wide receivers MICHAEL CRABTREE and AMARI COOPER unavailable for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, the Oakland Raiders relied on running back MARSHAWN LYNCH instead. Lynch had theMore first 100-yard rushing game by a Raider this season and fantasy owners were especially pleased with his 51-yard touchdown run. Less

Source: East Bay Times

Nov
6

Lynch has nice return from suspension

Oakland running back MARSHAWN LYNCH returned from a one-game suspension against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. While his yardage total for the game was modest, Lynch found the end zone for the first time since Week #5 - scoring twice to lead his fantasy owners and the Raiders.

Source: East Bay Times

Oct
25

Lynch suspension upheld

Oakland running back MARSHAWN LYNCH’S appeal of his one-game suspension failed, meaning the Raiders starting running back will now miss Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. Lynch was suspended for making contact with an official during Oakland’s game against Kansas City last Thursday.

Source: East Bay Times

Oct
21

Lynch suspended one game

Oakland running back MARSHAWN LYNCH was ejected in the second quarter of Thursday night’s game after running onto the field and ultimately pushing and grabbing an official. Head coach Jack DelMore Rio called Lynch’s actions “inexcusable” and now the NFL has suspended Lynch for one game with a fine likely coming as well. Lynch has reportedly appealed the suspension already. Less

Source: East Bay Times

Podcast: October 20 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

A day after Kansas City and Oakland play the wildest game of the week (it has to be, right?), Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview the rest of Week 7. Sponsored by Fantasy Index Blackout.  more »

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Sep
11

Lynch runs well in return

Oakland running back MARSHAWN LYNCH returned to action on Sunday against Tennessee and looked like the same old “Beast Mode” fantasy owners remember. While he only averaged 4.2 yards over 17More carries, it was the way he ran that was most impressive. Lynch took on defenders and ran as hard as ever, much to the delight of fantasy owners that took a chance on him. Less

Source: East Bay Times

Podcast: July 27 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Scott Pianowski of Yahoo Sports joins host Justin Eleff to talk about which players he has drafted most frequently so far (including one he already has on a dozen teams) and which superstar he won't touch at the top of any draft in 2017. Sponsored by the Draft Dominator app from Footballguys.  more »

Factoid: Older running backs

We’ve got older backs with new teams. Adrian Peterson in New Orleans, Marshawn Lynch in Oakland, and Jamaal Charles in Denver. Is it worthwhile gambling on any of these players?  more »

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