AMEER ABDULLAH NEWS

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NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Held to five yards on three catches Abdullah caught three of four targets for five yards in Sunday's 22-16 overtime win over the Broncos. He also returned three kickoffs for 69 yards.

Impact Abdullah has caught at least three passes in three of the Raiders' past four contests, but only one of his receptions went for positive yardage Sunday. Starter Josh Jacobs was Las Vegas' only running back to record a carry, though Abdullah figures to continue providing relief on pass downs when the Raiders visit Seattle in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Adams' 35-yard TD in OT powers Raiders past Broncos 22-16

Derek Carr hit Davante Adams with his second long touchdown, a 35-yarder on the third snap of overtime to propel the Las Vegas Raiders past the Denver Broncos 22-16

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders on the road against Denver, plus Ameer Abdullah talks about being a jack of all trades The Silver and Black Show's Amber Theoharis and James Jones get you ready for the Raiders' Week 11 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

How Ameer Abdullah has 'set the tone' in his role on the Raiders The versatility Abdullah provides to the Silver and Black has been beneficial in both the offense and special teams.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Ameer Abdullah: 'I'm very grateful to be in this running back room' Running back Ameer Abdullah on the importance of special teams, the running back room and more.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Returns to practice Thursday Abdullah was a full participant in practice Thursday, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.

Impact Abdullah sat out practice due to an illness Wednesday, but he was back on the field Thursday. His ability to practice without limitations suggests that the veteran ball carrier should be good to go for Sunday's clash against Denver. Though he has yet to log a carry this season, Abdullah has seen at least 14 snaps each of the past three weeks and has caught nine passes for 69 yards over that span.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes down will illness Abdullah (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.

Impact Abdullah appears to have picked up an illness after catching all four of his targets during Sunday's loss to the Colts. While the nature of this ailment is still unclear, he'll have two full days to overcome this ailment before Las Vegas' final injury report Friday. Abdullah has seen a sharp increase in his playing time on offense over the past four weeks, and he'll look to maintain a pass-catching role out of the backfield this Sunday against the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four receptions in loss Abdullah caught all four of his targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Colts. He also returned three kickoffs for 86 yards.

Impact Abdullah has racked up nine total catches throughout the Raiders' past three games, but workhorse Josh Jacobs caught six passes on eight targets of his own out of the backfield during Sunday's contest. Nonetheless, Abdullah remains well ahead of fellow backup Brandon Bolden for pass-down work behind Jacobs.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

AJ Cole and Ameer Abdullah pin Colts deep in their own territory Watch as punter AJ Cole and running back Ameer Abdullah work together to pin the Indianapolis Colts deep in their own territory during the f...

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Targeted thrice in loss Abdullah caught one of three targets for eight yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Jaguars. He also returned two kickoffs for 21 yards.

Impact Abdullah has beat out fellow backup Brandon Bolden for the pass-down role out of the Raiders' backfield since the team's Week 6 bye, but it hasn't translated to much fantasy relevance for Abdullah behind workhorse Josh Jacobs. Abdullah figures to see a similar level of involvement against the Colts in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four receptions Sunday Abdullah caught four passes for 28 yards on five targets in Sunday's 24-0 loss to the Saints.

Impact Abdullah has caught a total of six passes over the Raiders' past two contests, but three of his receptions came in the fourth quarter Sunday when the Saints had already built a 24-point lead. Fellow backup Brandon Bolden played just one offensive snap to Abdullah's 20, indicating the latter may have a firmer grasp on the pass-down role again Week 9 against the Jaguars.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of receptions Sunday Abdullah caught two passes on as many targets for seven yards in Sunday's 38-20 win over the Texans. He also returned one kickoff for 17 yards.

Impact Abdullah played more than one offensive snap for the first time since Week 2, but he handled just two touches while starter Josh Jacobs racked up 155 total yards and three scores. Meanwhile, Brandon Bolden only saw the field on special teams. Abdullah's role in the offense figures to remain limited against the Saints in Week 8 with Jacobs at full strength.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes lone reception 23 yards Abdullah caught his only target for 23 yards in Sunday's overtime loss to the Cardinals.

Impact Abdullah played 14 offensive snaps in the pass-down role behind starter Josh Jacobs with fellow running back Brandon Bolden (hamstring) sidelined for the contest, but Abdullah's only touch came in the second quarter. Jacobs, who handled 19 carries for 69 yards Sunday, should lead the charge out of the Raiders' backfield again Week 3 at Tennessee while Abdullah mixes in sparingly.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ameer Abdullah Ready for 2022 Las Vegas Raiders Season Ameer Abdullah shocked many people by making the 2022 Las Vegas Raiders, but he never doubted he would make it and is ready to shine.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ameer Abdullah: 'Every day is a new season' Running back Ameer Abdullah discusses the depth at the running back position, his mentality this season, taking martial arts and more.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • RAIDERS.COM

Coach McDaniels pleased with Raiders' opening roster

First-year Raiders coach Josh McDaniels has his first official roster in place, including four undrafted rookies, five running backs, and without 2021 first-round tackle Alex Leath...

AUGUST 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

RB Kenyan Drake says Raiders plan to release him

Las Vegas Raiders running back Kenyan Drake said Monday he was told by the team that it plans to release him

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Doesn't play Sunday Abdullah didn't see any snaps in Sunday's preseason win over the Vikings.

Impact The same applies to the Raiders' top back Josh Jacobs, as well as versatile special teams ace Brandon Bolden, which paved the way for Brittain Brown, Austin Walter, Kenyan Drake and Zamir White to handle the carries in the team's second preseason game. Heading into training camp, there wasn't much fantasy buzz about Abdullah, but at this stage the 29-year-old appears to be making a push to overtake Drake as the team's top change-of-pace back. With that in mind, Albert Breer of SI.com noted Friday that Abdullah is "carving out a real role," and if he indeed emerges as a key pass-catching threat out of the Las Vegas backfield, the 2015 second-rounder could resurface on the PPR radar.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Albert Breer says Raiders RB Ameer Abdullah to play 'James White' role Raiders RB Ameer Abdullah to play ‘James White’ role

AUGUST 12, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Zeus: Raiders RB Zamir White overcomes lifetime of obstacles

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Zamir White has been fighting since before he was born

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Las Vegas Raiders Need Ameer Abdullah to be Special The Las Vegas Raiders need Ameer Abdullah, the former Nebraska Cornhusker to be special for them in 2022.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Finds end zone in preseason opener Abdullah rushed twice for seven yards and a touchdown, secured both targets for 23 yards and returned one punt for 13 yards during the Raiders' 27-11 preseason win over the Jaguars...

Impact Abdullah was the third running back into the game behind Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White, making his presence felt on an eight-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. The versatile veteran also looked good on the receiving front and in his one return opportunity, and his ability to contribute on special teams could ultimately prove to be the tiebreaker if it comes down to him and Kenyan Drake for a roster spot. Abdullah's next opportunity to make his case comes in the Raiders' next preseason matchup Sunday, Aug. 14 against the Vikings.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Hall of Fame Game 2022: Raiders rout Jaguars in preseason opener

The Raiders and the Jaguars hit the field Thursday for the 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in Canton. Here were the top moments!

AUGUST 5, 2022

Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11

Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White ran well on a rain-soaked field and the Raiders routed Jacksonville 27-11 in the Hall of Fame game Thursday night, spoiling coach Doug Pederson’s...

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS