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Fifth-round pick DeAndre Washington mixed in with the Raiders' first-team offense at minicamp.
"We're putting him in different situations to get a feel for his strengths and how we can tailor plays, tailor situations so he can really flash for us," said OC Bill Musgrave. "He's going to be good in first, second, or third down." Immediately after the draft, GM Reggie McKenzie called Washington a "complete back" with the ability to contribute in all phases. The Raiders were not satisfied with Latavius Murray last year, particularly in the second half of the season. A 5-foot-8, 204-pound prospect with 4.49 speed and 124 receptions on his college resume, Washington is a candidate for a significant rookie-year role.
Source: East Bay Times
Jun 22 - 11:04 PM
The National Football Post's Aaron Wilson compared Texas Tech RB DeAndre Washington to Giovani Bernard.
Washington measures an inch shorter than Bernard at 5-foot-8, but both men tested similarly at their respective NFL Scouting Combines, with close 40-yard dashes (4.53 seconds for Bernard, 4.49 for Washington) and vertical jumps (33 1/2 inches for Bernard, 34 1/2 inches for Washington). An AFC personnel executive said in mid-February that because of size concerns, Washington might have to carve out a role as a kick returner in the NFL.
Apr 23 - 8:07 PM
Source: Houston Chronicle
An AFC South personnel executive told NFL Media analyst Lance Zierlein that Texas Tech RB DeAndre Washington "may have to prove he can [return kicks] to add enough roster value to stick."
Washington does have limited experience returning kicks, but it's been a while. The 5-foot-8, 201-pounder logged seven kickoff returns (plus one punt return) as a freshman in 2011. He hasn't worked as a returner since then, though. Zierlein compared Washington to Brandon Oliver, who went undrafted in 2014 before eventually latching on with the Chargers. Wrote Zierlein, "issues with drops and ball security could hurt his chances to make a roster if he can't prove to be a kick return option at some point during camp."
Feb 21 - 5:23 PM
Source: NFL.com
So does this mean you already scooped him up everywhere you wanted Faust?
DeAndre Washington rushed eight times for 55 yards and caught a six-yard touchdown in the Raiders' third preseason game.
With Washington and Jalen Richard competing for a backup job, the Raiders gave both plenty of work with the first-team Saturday night. Washington seemed to be the front-runner for the job, seeing snaps early in the first possession and capping off the drive with a six-yard touchdown. He also saw extensive work in the red zone at the end of the first half. Washington looked explosive with the ball in his hands Saturday, sprinting through a big hole for a 31-yard gain in the second quarter. He did lose a fumble in the second half, but he was hung out to dry by backup QB Matt McGloin. If Washington wins the backup job, he should push Latavius Murray for work early in the season.
Raiders rookies DeAndre Washington, Jalen Richard step up
..."I thought they both ran hard, ran with vision," Del Rio said. "They make people miss. I think looking into the offseason we were hoping we could develop a running back that could be a really good backup, and it looks like we have a shot at having one of those guys help us -- potentially both. We'll see."
... Washington had his biggest play on a 31-yard burst in a crease created by left guard Kalechi Osemele and center Rodney Hudson.
...Through three games, Murray has 12 carries for 40 yards with a long gain of 11. Aside from his two carries for no gain against Tennessee was two receptions for 19 yards and a dropped pass.
In 2015, Murray went to the Pro Bowl as an alternate selection and finished with 1,066 yards rushing, although he struggled toward the end of the season under a workload that found Carr as the Raiders second leading rusher with 138 yards.
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Probably because it looks like a RBBC, it's a murky situation with he and Jalen looking good. I'm a fan of Washington especially in college but I have a few others ahead of him. If he falls to the 4th round I will gladly take him.He is straight up better than Murray and will be the lead back before long...I've targeted him in every league.
Surprised there hasn't been more buzz...everybody in the world knows about devontae booker, but nobody talks about Washington because he's on the Raiders and not the SuperBowl winner. Fine with me, it keeps his ADP right where I like it.
From my view point trying to pick who to draft is murky. We know who's starting week 1 but there's no telling who will be starting week 6.The Raiders backfield is not a "murky situation".
Agree with this totally. Not even sure Washington is the best cuff. I think they would use both these guys if murray goes down or gets demoted somehowJust from last night's game, Richard looked at least as good as Washington. They both looked good, but not great. I already bought in to Washington, so I'm somewhat anxious to see what goes on with him and Richard. Murray didn't get many reps. To me that indicates it's Murray's job to lose. I think the question now is do they carry both Washington and Richard on the active roster or try to sneak one onto the practice squad. I think they both had some kick return chances last night too. But these guys seem like backups to Murray, not challengers, at least for the near term. If Murray sucks it, then maybe they get more regular season reps.
Oooof. Typical over reaction to pre season. Rookie mistskeHe is straight up better than Murray and will be the lead back before long...I've targeted him in every league.
Surprised there hasn't been more buzz...everybody in the world knows about devontae booker, but nobody talks about Washington because he's on the Raiders and not the SuperBowl winner. Fine with me, it keeps his ADP right where I like it.
I originally heard of him from ZWK when he compared their combine numbers, which were almost identical. Look similar size and players as well and that's how I drafted him. I highly doubt he is ever a 3-down back for long but he has a place in a RBBC.I think he compares to Gio Bernard and eventually could be used in the same type of role.
Raiders RB DeAndre Washington is listed ahead of UDFA Jalen Richard on the team's Week 1 depth chart.
It's confirmation of what was expected. Richard had a strong preseason, but it's fifth-rounder Washington who will get the first chance to push starter Latavius Murray. Amusingly, both players are listed behind Taiwan Jones, but Jones is a gadget player who rarely contributes on offense.
Source: Jimmy Durkin on Twitter
Murray's still ahead of him. Murray's pretty effective as the lead dog. Not every game is going to be a track meet either.New thoughts on Deandre going forward?
Opportunity is why I dropped one Washington for the other. But this is definitely a situation to monitor. If one of them gets dinged up, things could change fast.the thing that "concerns" me as a Washington owner is that it doesn't appear to be a two dog race. Murray's role is being watered down by Washington and Jalen Richard. Even if Murray were to go down I don't know that it would be Washington's job as he'd likely have to share with Richard.
That is my feeling as well. If you're going to be carrying a backup RB or two at the end of your bench that doesn't really offer a ton of value unless a starter gets hurt, DeAndre looks like one of the guys I'd like to have. I think he would be the lead in the "tandem attack" if something were to happen to Latavius, and I think there are a lot of points to be scored by Oakland RB(s) if the pool gets knocked from 3 backs to 2.As well, FootballOutsiders has them as the top ranked run blocking OL. It's only 2 weeks, but if that is accurate then there could be real opportunity for someone here. Reminds me a little of the 3-way timeshare with the Cards in 2015.
This is my perspective. All three are must-holds in deep/dynasty leagues, as even a one game sprain by someone can result in a huge opportunity for the other(s).As well, FootballOutsiders has them as the top ranked run blocking OL. It's only 2 weeks, but if that is accurate then there could be real opportunity for someone here. Reminds me a little of the 3-way timeshare with the Cards in 2015.