Justin Fargas, RB, Oakland Raiders

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Raiders | Fargas not present at OTA Wednesday
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:26:24 -0700

Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas was not present at the team's organized team activity Wednesday, June 10.

Raiders | Fargas could be phased out for Bush
Wed, 27 May 2009 03:20:36 -0700

Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports the conventional wisdom is that at some point this season, the Oakland Raiders will phase RB Justin Fargas out in favor of RB Michael Bush. Bush, who has appeared to lineup at fullback at times during OTAs, could then join RB Darren McFadden in a two-back system. Both players would be threats as runners and pass receivers out of the backfield.

Raiders | Fargas' deal restructured
Fri, 06 Mar 2009 06:25:45 -0800

The San Francisco Chronicle reports the Oakland Raiders have restructured RB Justin Fargas' contract. According to Jerry McDonald, of the Contra Costa Times, this likely means Fargas will stick with the team.

Raiders | Could Fargas be released?
Sat, 21 Feb 2009 03:23:34 -0800

Jason Jones, of the Sacramento Bee, reports the Oakland Raiders could release RB Justin Fargas in the offseason if they are happy with the duo of RB Darren McFadden and RB Michael Bush in the team's backfield. That may not be an option, however, with McFadden unable to stay healthy last season. Then again, according to Jones, the Raiders are fond of RB Louis Rankin, which could play a role in Fargas' fate.

Raiders | Team likely to keep trio of running backs
Tue, 06 Jan 2009 03:29:04 -0800

Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports the Oakland Raiders will likely keep RB Justin Fargas, RB Darren McFadden and FB Michael Bush on board next season.

Raiders | Fargas injured in Week 17
Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:42:51 -0800

NFL.com reports Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas (knee) suffered a knee injury during the team's Week 17 game.

Raiders | Fargas probable for Week 17
Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:28:39 -0800

Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 26. He is listed as probable for the team's Week 17 game and is expected to play.

Raiders | Fast fact: Fargas unlikely threat to score
Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:37:23 -0800

Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas has averaged a touchdown every 102 carries over the past three years. He has also never caught a pass for a touchdown.

Raiders | Fargas solid in Week 15
Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:49:33 -0800

ESPN.com reports Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas had 70 yards rushing on 15 carries in Week 15.

Raiders | Fargas runs for 50 yards in Week 14
Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:25:10 -0800

The Associated Press reports Oakland Raiders RB Justin Fargas had 12 carries for 50 yards and two receptions for nine receiving yards during the team's Week 14 game.

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