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An unofficial listing of 2011 Raiders personnel developments:
Long snapper Jon Condo named to the AFC Pro Bowl team, the Raiders announced Jan. 19, 2011. Condo, 30, joins Oakland kicker Sebastian Janikowski, punter Shane Lechler and defensive tackled Richard Seymour for the Jan. 29 game in Hawaii. Condo was also named to the Pro Bowl following the 2009 season.
Former Raiders wide receiver coach Sanjay Lal hired by the New York Jets in a similar role, the Jets announced Jan. 13, 2012. Lal, 42, replaces Henry Ellard, who departed after the 2011 regular season. Lal spent five seasons with the Raiders, the last three as receivers coach.
Hue Jackson fired as head coach, the Raiders announced Jan. 10, 2012. Jackson, 46, led the Raiders to an 8-8 record in the 2011 season, his only season at the helm in Oakland. He was promoted to head coach after serving as offensive coordinator in 2010.
Running back Rashawn Jackson signed to a Reserve/Future contract, the Raiders announced Jan. 9, 2012.
Reggie McKenzie hired as general manager, the Raiders announced Jan. 6, 2012. McKenzie, 48, spent the past 18 years with the Green Bay Packers, the last three as the team’s director of football operations. The former Tennessee linebacker
was selected by the Raiders in the 10th round of the 1985 draft. He played four seasons with the Raiders and two more with the 49ers.
Quarterback Rhett Bomar, defensive end Hall Davis and defensive back Curtis Taylor signed to reserve/future contract, the Raiders announced Jan. 6, 2012.
The following players signed to reserve/future contract with the Raiders the team announced Jan. 3, 2012: defensive tackle Jamie Cumbie, offensive lineman Zach Hurd, defensive end Carl Ihenacho, nose tackle Travis Ivey, defensive back Terrail Lambert, wide receiver Eddie McGee, running back Lonyae Miller and guard Alex Parsons.
Nose tackle Travis Ivey signed to the practice squad, the Raiders announced Dec. 19, 2011.
Safety Jerome Boyd reportedly fined $20,000 by the NFL for an illegal blind-side block during Oakland's 28-27 loss to Detroit on Dec. 18, 2011.
Johnson's sister, Jessica Johnson, reportedly was shot and killed, allegedly by her estranged boyfriend, on Dec. 6 in Ft. Worth, Texas. Johnson's mother was also wounded in the shooting. Johnson left the team to attend the funeral of his sister, then returned for the Green Bay on Dec. 11 game. At that time, Johnson reportedly told coach Hue Jackson he was not yet prepared to play football.
Cornerback Chris Johnson placed on the reserve/non-football illness list, the Raiders announced Dec. 17, 2011. Defensive end Mason Bodine was signed off the practice squad to take Johnson's spot on Oakland's 45-man roster.
Defensive tackle Richard Seymour reportedly fined $30,000 by the NFL for "unnecessary roughness" against Miami Dolphins guard Richie Incognito during their game Dec. 4, 2011. Referee Mike Carey reportedly ejected Seymour and assessed him a 15-yard penalty for punching Incognito in the face. Seymour has been ejected from a game in each of his three seasons with the Raiders.
Linebacker Carl Ihenacho and running back Lonyae Miller signed to the practice squad, the Raiders announced Dec. 7, 2011. Tight end Kevin Brock and linebacker Jeremy Leman released from the practice squad.
The Raiders also announced the signing of defensive back Bryan McCann, who replaces Chekwa on the 53-man roster. McCann, 24, played three games with the Baltimore Ravens and two with Dallas this season. He was with the Cowboys in 2010.
Cornerback Chimdi Chekwa placed on injured reserve, the Raiders announced Nov. 17, 2011. Chekwa, 23, hasn’t played since starting against New England in Week 4. He reportedly has been plagued by a hamstring pull.
The former Ohio State star was selected by Oakland in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL draft.
Denver linebacker Von Miller reportedly fined $15,000 for hitting Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer in the chest during the same game.
Linebacker Aaron Curry fined $20,000 for a hit on Denver quarterback Tim Tebow, the NFL announced on Nov. 11, 2011. Curry hit Tebow out of bounds on a running play during the fourth quarter of Oakland's 38-24 loss to the visiting Broncos on Nov. 6. Curry received a 15-yard personal foul unnecessary roughness penalty for hitting Tebow on the Broncos sideline.
Signed safety Jerome Boyd off the practice squad and waived safety Chinedum Ndukwe, the Raiders announced Nov. 10, 2011.
Wide receiver Derek Hagan waived, the Raiders announced Nov. 2, 2011. Hagan, 27, had 11 receptions for 114 yards in seven games, including five catches for 61 yards in Week 2 against Buffalo.
Houshmandzadeh reportedly averaged 89 catches over a five-season span in Cincinnati. His best season came in 2007, when he caught a career-high 112 passes for 1,143 yards and 12 touchdowns. He had 79 catches for 911 yards and three touchdowns in Seattle in 2009 before having only 30 catches for 398 yards and three touchdowns with Baltimore last season.
Wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh signed, the Raiders announced Nov. 1, 2011. Houshmandzadeh, 34,and Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer were teammates for six seasons in Cincinnati. Raiders coach Hue Jackson was a Bengals receivers coach for three seasons during Houshmandzadeh's tenure with Cincinnati.
Cornerback Lito Shepphard re-signed, the Raiders announced Oct. 31, 2011. He was cut by Oakland on Sept. 3 after being signed Aug. 26. Sheppard, 30, was named to the 2004 and 2006 NFC Pro Bowl team as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. He played for the New York Jets in 2009 and Minnesota Vikings in 2010.
Kicker Dave Rayner released, according to published reports Oct. 25, 2011. Rayner, 28, signed the day before Oakland's home game against Kansas City on Oct. 23 because Sebastian Janikowski had a sore left hamstring. Rayner had a touchback on the opening kickoff during Oakland's 28-0 loss to Kansas City. The six-year veteran reportedly earned $40,294 for his one game with the Raiders.
Kicker Dave Rayner signed, the Raiders announced Oct. 22, 2011. Sebastian Janikowski, Oakland's regular kicker, reportedly missed practice during Week 7 because of a sore left hamstring. Rayner, 28,
has played for six teams during his six NFL seasons. He has made 55 of his 75 field-goal attempts, including 13 of 16 in the 2010 season for the Detroit Lions. The Raiders released defensive back Ron Parker to make room for Rayner on the 53-man roster.
Defensive end Matt Shaughnessy placed on season-ending injured reserve because of a shoulder injury, the Raiders announced Oct. 19, 2011. Shaughnessy, 25, has been sidelined since hurting his shoulder during a Week 3 win over the New York Jets on Sept. 25. He contributed seven total tackles and a sack before being injured. The three-year veteran had 56 total tackles and 7.0 sacks during the 2010 season. The Raiders also signed offensive lineman Zach Hurd to the practice squad.
Former Cincinnati Bengals safety Chinedum Ndukwe signed, the Raiders announced Oct. 18, 2011. Ndukwe, 26, played in 53 games with 31 starts during four seasons with the Bengals. He has 7.5 sacks, six interceptions, three forced fumbles and 18 passes defensed during his NFL career.
The Raiders also waived safety Jerome Boyd and released running back Nic Grigsby from the practice squad. Boyd appeared in all six games this season for the Raiders with one start. He was credited with 20 tackles and three passes defensed.
The Raiders acquired quarterback Carson Palmer from the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for a 2012 first-round draft choice and a 2013 conditional second-round pick, the Raiders announced Oct. 18, 2011. The 2013 draft pick reportedly becomes a first-round choice if Oakland wins a 2011 playoff game. Palmer, 31, threw 154 touchdown passes and 100 interceptions in eight seasons with the Bengals. The two-time Pro Bowler had a 46-51 record as a Bengals starter
Defensive back Joe Porter waived, the Raiders announced Oct. 17, 2011. Oakland needed to have an open roster spot for rookie quarterback Terrelle Pryor, whose one-game exemption ended Oct. 17.
Raiders defensive tackle Richard Seymour reportedly fined $15,000 by the National Football League for hitting Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub below the knees during their game Oct. 9, 2011.
It’s the second week in a row that Seymour has been fined $15,000. His fine the previous week was broken down into $7,500 apiece for hits against Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis during their Oct. 2 game.
Linebacker Bruce Davis II waived, the Raiders announced Oct. 14, 2011. Davis, 26, played in 6 games in 2010 and the first four games this season with Oakland.
Oakland reportedly has agreed to give Seattle draft picks in 2012 (seventh round) and 2013 (conditional fifth round) to obtain Curry, who was demoted earlier this season. Curry, 25, started 33 of 35 games with the Seahawks. The former Wake Forest star reportedly has struggled in pass coverage, allowing
eight receptions on eight attempts in his direction for 120 yards this season, according to STATS LLC. For his NFL career, Curry has allowed 62 catches in 76 attempts for 613 yards and six touchdowns for a 126.6 passer rating.
The Raiders have agreed to acquire linebacker Aaron Curry from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for two draft picks, according to published reports Oct. 12, 2011. The trade will be finalized when the NFL approves it and Curry, the No. 4 overall selection in the 2009 NFL draft, passes a physical. The trade was completed Oct. 13.
Rookie quarterback Terrelle Pryor's five-game suspension reportedly ended Oct. 9, 2011. The former Ohio State star is eligible to practice with the rest of his teammates for the first time since the end of the exhibition season. The Raiders received a one-game exemption for Pryor, meaning they don't have to release a player to accommodate Pryor on the 53-man roster until Oct. 16.
Pryor was selected by the Raiders in the third round of the NFL supplemental draft Aug. 22.
Linebacker Ricky Brown placed on injured reserve and fullback Manase Tonga signed off of Oakland's practice squad, the Raiders announced Oct. 8, 2011.
Defensive tackle Richard Seymour fined $15,000 by the National Football League for two hits during the Raiders' 31-19 loss to the New England Patriots on Oct. 2, according to published reports Oct. 7. The first $7,500 fine was for
unnecessarily driving New England quarterback Tom Brady to the ground, and the second for a facemask penalty against running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis, both on the Patriots' opening drive. Seymour played eight seasons with New England before being traded to Oakland in September 2009.
Running back Nic Grigsby signed to the practice squad, the Raiders announced Oct. 5, 2001. Grigsby, 22, reportedly spent time earlier this season on the practice squad of the Miami Dolphins.
Wide receiver/kick returner Nick Miller waived and defensive back Ron Parker signed off the practice squad, the Raiders announced Oct. 1, 2011.
Safety Ron Parker signed to the practice squad and cornerback Sterling Moore released from the practice squad, the Raiders announced Sept. 26, 2011.
Offensive lineman Lou Eliades released, the Raiders announced Sept. 14, 2011.
Offensive lineman Lou Eliades released, the Raiders announced Sept. 14, 2011.
Released cornerback Jeremy Ware, wide receiver Shawn Bayes and safety Zac Etheridge, the Raiders announced Sept. 6, 2011.
Released running back Michael Bennett and re-signed safety Matt Giordano, the Raiders announced on Sept. 5, 2011.
Linebacker Ricky Brown signed, the Raiders announced Sept. 4, 2010. Brown, who played for Oakland from 2006 to 2010, was released by New England on Sept. 2.
Offensive tackle Seth Wand was released to make room for Brown on the 53-player roster.
Wide receiver Shawn Bayes, fullback James McCluskey, guard Roy Shuening and cornerback Jeremy Ware placed on injured reserve, the Raiders announced Sept. 5, 2011.
Cornerback Sterling Moore, defensive tackle Jamie Cumbie, defensive end Mason Brodine, fullback Manase Tonga, offensive lineman Alex Parsons, tight end Kevin Brock, linebacker Jeremy Leman and wide receiverEddie McGee signed to the practice squad, the Raiders announced Sept. 4, 2011.
Released tight end Kevin Brock, guard Alex Parsons, fullback Manase Tonga, wide receiver Eddie McGee, linebacker Jeremy Leman, defensive tackle Jamie Cumbie, defensive end Mason Brodine and cornerback Sterling Moore, the Raiders announced Sept. 3, 2011.
In trimming its roster to the regular-season limit of 53 players, Oakland also released cornerbacks Walter McFadden, Lito Sheppard, Sterling Moore and Jeremy Moore, safeties Stevie Brown and Matt Giordano, running back Louis Rankin, fullback Manase Tonga,
wide receivers Chad Jackson, Eddie McGee, Shawn Bayes, and Shaun Bodiford,
tight end Kevin Brock, defensive ends Mason Brodine and Tommie Hill, defensive tackles Jamie Cumbie and Derrick Hill, linebackers Chris Francis, Bani Gbadyu and Jeremy Leman, guards Daniel Loper, Alex Parsons and Roy Shuening and punter Glenn Pakulak.
Backup quarterback Trent Edwards and linebacker Sam Williams are among 26 players cut, the Raiders announced Sept. 3, 2011.
Quarterback Terrelle Pryor placed on the reserve/suspended list, the Raiders announced Sept. 3, 2011. Pryor reportedly is eligible to be reinstated in Week 6 of the 2011 NFL regular season.
Fullback James McCluskey waived/injured and DT Derrick Hill re-signed, the Raiders announced Sept. 2, 2011.
Linebacker Jeremy Leman claimed off waivers from San Diego, offensive lineman Lou Eliades placed on injured reserve and safety Zac Etheidge (knee) waived/injured, the Raiders announced Aug. 31, 2011. Leman, 26, played for Raiders defensive coordinator Chuck Bresnahan with the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League. He also has been in NFL camps with Minnesota and Carolina.
In trimming its roster to the NFL-mandated 80-player limit, the Raiders released the following players: fullback Bryson Kelly, wide receivers Damola Adeniji and Steve Goulet, offensive linemen Ben Lamaak and Lou Eliades, safety Josh Bullocks and defensive tackle Derrick Hill.
Linebacker Travis Goethel and offensive lineman Alan Pelc placed on injured reserve, the Raiders announced Aug. 30, 2011. Goethel, 24, reportedly was expected to play behind middle linebacker Rolando McClain before sustaining a knee injury in training camp.
Beginning Sept. 3, Pryor will begin a five-game league-mandated suspension during which time he cannot be on the field with the team but can be at the team facility in Alameda, Calif.
The Raiders selected Pryor in the third round of the NFL supplemental draft on Aug. 22. By selecting the former Ohio State star, the team reportedly will forfeit its third-round pick in the 2012 draft. The Raiders reportedly have no picks in the 2012 NFL draft from rounds second through fourth.
Pryor decided to forgo his senior year at Ohio State after Jim Tressel resigned as Buckeyes head football coach. Pryor was suspended for the first five games of the 2011 season by the NCAA for receiving cash for tattoos from a Columbus, Ohio tattoo-parlor owner.
The NFL ruled Pryor eligible for the supplemental draft, but upheld the NCAA suspension. He will not be placed on the Raiders’ 53-player roster until Week 6.
Pryor reportedly was 31-4 as a starter at Ohio State including MVP awards in the Rose Bowl as a sophomore and Sugar Bowl as a junior. In 2010, the Jeannette, Penn. native passed for 2,772 yards and 27 touchdowns with 11 interceptions. He rushed for 754 and yards and four scores.
Quarterback Terrelle Pryor signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 26, 2011. He reportedly received a four-year deal with $586,000 guaranteed.
Veteran cornerback Lito Sheppard signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 26, 2011. Sheppard, 30, was named to the 2004 and 2006 NFC Pro Bowl team as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. He played for the New York Jets in 2009 and Minnesota Vikings in 2010. He was assigned jersey No. 21, worn previously by former Raiders cornerback Nnamdi Asmougha, who signed with the Eagles.
Safety and standout special-teamer Hiram Eugene placed on injured reserve, the Raiders announced on Aug. 26, 2011. Eugene, 30, reportedly sustained a dislocated hip during Oakland's 2011 exhibition opener against the Arizona Cardinals on Aug. 11. He contributed three fumble recoveries and a forced fumble while playing in 14 games during the 2010 season. The team also announced that quarterback Jordan La Secla and offensive lineman Alan Pelc had been waived.
Safeties Matt Giordano and Josh Bullocks signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 15, 2011. Giordano, 28, played four seasons for the Indianapolis Colts and won a Super Bowl ring. The former Cal starter was chosen by the Colts in the fourth round of the 2005 draft. He also has spent time with Green Bay and New Orleans as well as the practice squad of the Atlanta Falcons. Bullocks, 28, played four seasons for the New Orleans Saints and was with the Chicago Bears in 2009-10. He was drafted by the Saints in the second round of the 2005 draft.
T Cody Habben waived and wide receiver Derrick Jones placed on injured reserve, the Raiders announced Aug. 10, 2011.
Running back Michael Bush re-signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 6, 2011. The restricted free agent reportedly received a one-year, $2.6 million deal. Bush, 27, rushed for a career-high 655 yards and eight touchdowns during the 2010 season. The former University of Louisville star has 1655 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns in three NFL seasons, all with Oakland.
Wide receivers Derek Hagan, Chad Jackson and Shawn Bayes signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 6, 2011. Fullback Bryson Kelly also signed.
Guard Justin Smiley retired, according to published reports Aug. 6, 2011.
Former New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 5, 2011. The five-year veteran reportedly received a four-year, $16 million deal with $8 million guaranteed. Boss, 27, has 119 career receptions for 1600 yards and 18 touchdowns, all with the Giants.
In the last two seasons, he contributed 77 catches for 1098 yards and 10 touchdowns. Boss started 43 of 45 regular-season games the past three seasons before becoming an unrestricted free agent.
Linebacker Darryl Blackstop signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 3, 2011. Blackstock, 28, hasn’t played in a regular-season NFL game since 2008. He spent three seasons with Arizona (2005-2007) and one with Cincinnati.
Miller, a former Arizona State star, was Oakland's leading receiver the past three seasons. He started 61 off 62 games for the Raiders since being selected in the second round (38th overall choice) of the 2007 NFL draft. During his first four NFL seasons, all with Oakland, he had 226 catches for 2,712 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Raiders' free-agent tight end Zach Miller, right, and the Seattle Seahawks reached agreement on a five-year deal, the Seahawks announced Aug. 2, 2010. The new contract reportedly is worth $34 million with $17 million guaranteed.
Miller, 25, was selected to his first Pro Bowl after catching 60 passes for 685 yards and five touchdowns last season. He had 66 receptions for 865 yards and three TDs in 2009.
Center Samson Satele re-signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 2, 2011. The team also announced the signing of offensive linemen Seth Wand, Justin Smiley and Stephon Heyer.
Linebacker Kamerion Wimbley re-signed, the Raiders announced Aug. 1, 2011. He reportedly received a five-year, $48 million deal. The six-year veteran had been scheduled to receive a one-year contract for $11.3 million as an exclusive rights free agent before signing a long-team deal. Wimbley, 27, reportedly will be guaranteed $29 million with the new deal. He contributed a team-high nine sacks and 58 total tackles while starting all 16 games during the 2010 season.
Free safety Michael Huff re-signed, the Raiders announced July 31, 2011. He reportedly received a four-year, $32 million deal with $12 million guaranteed.The former University of Texas star reportedly earned $5.75 million last season.
Huff, 28, contributed four sacks, three interceptions and two forced fumbles during 2010 — his best season as a Raider since being selected No. 7 overall in the 2006 NFL draft.
Former Buffalo and Jacksonville quarterback Trent Edwards signed, the Raiders announced July 30, 2011. Edwards, 27, is expected to compete with Kyle Boller for the backup quarterback position behind starter Jason Campbell. Edwards has thrown for 76 touchdowns with 29 interceptions in four NFL seasons. The former Stanford quarterback was selected by the Bills in the third round (92nd overall) of the 2007 NFL draft.
Linebacker Sam Williams and offensive tackle Khalif Barnes re-signed, the Raiders announced July 30, 2010. The team also announced the signing of defensive tackle Derrick Hill.
The Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, New York Jets and San Francisco 49ers reportedly were among the teams that pursued Asomugha, considered the top player available in the 2011 NFL free agent class.
Asomugha, 30, spent his first eight NFL seasons with the Raiders. Despite having no interceptions during the 2011 season, he was named to his third straight Pro Bowl and second first-team all-pro. The former Cal star is considered among the top cover cornerbacks in the NFL. He finished his Raiders career with 11 interceptions, including eight in the 2006 season.
Raiders three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha signs with the Philadelphia Eagles, the Eagles announced July 29, 2011. He reportedly received a five-year, $60 million deal with $25 million guaranteed.
Former Raiders wide receiver Johnnie Lee Higgins signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, the Eagles announced July 29, 2011. Higgins, 27, reportedly received a one-year deal. The former Texas El Paso star had 57 receptions for 779 yards and four TDs during four seasons with Oakland. During the 2008 season, Higgins sets a Raiders franchise record with three punt returns for TDs.
Long snapper Jon Condo and defensive end Jarvis Moss re-signed, the Raiders announced July 29, 2011. The team also released LB Quentin Scott and signed tackle Coby Habben.
Stefen Wisniewski and five other draft picks signed, the Raiders announced July 28, 2011. Wisniewski, picked in the second round of the 2011 draft, is scheduled to start at center as a rookie. Oakland also announced the signing of defensive back DeMarcus Van Dyke (third round), defensive back Chimdi Chekwa (fourth round), wide receiver Denarius Moore (fifth round), tight end Richard Gordon (sixth round) and wide receiver David Ausberry (seventh round). Offensive tackle Joseph Barksdale (third round) reportedly signed July 28. Running back Taiwan Jones (fourth round) signed July 27.
Stefen Wisniewski and five other draft picks signed, the Raiders announced July 28, 2011. Wisniewski, picked in the second round of the 2011 draft, is scheduled to start at center as a rookie. Oakland also announced the signing of defensive back DeMarcus Van Dyke (third round), defensive back Chimdi Chekwa (fourth round), wide receiver Denarius Moore (fifth round), tight end Richard Gordon (sixth round) and wide receiver David Ausberry (seventh round). Offensive tackle Joseph Barksdale (third round) reportedly signed July 28. Running back Taiwan Jones (fourth round) signed July 27.
Gallery rejoins Tom Cable, his former coach with the Raiders and now a Seahawks assistant. Gallery was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2004 draft by the Raiders, but struggled when the team tried him at tackle. He was moved to left guard before the 2007 season — coinciding with Cable’s arrival in Oakland — and began to resurrect his NFL career.
Gallery played only 18 games the past two seasons, sidelined with hamstring, back and leg injuries. The former Iowa All-America started 91 of 92 games during his seven seasons with the Raiders.
Former Raiders’ starting left guard Robert Gallery agreed to a three-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks, according to published reports July 27, 2011. Gallery, 31, reportedly was informed in March that he would not be re-signed by Oakland.
Former Raiders quarterback Bruce Gradkowski reached agreement with the Cincinnati Bengals, according to published reports July 27, 2011. Gradkowski, 28, spent the past two seasons with Oakland, starting eight of 13 games. He threw for 2,066 yards and 11 touchdowns with 10 interceptions as a Raider. The former University of Toledo star played two seasons with Tampa Bay (2006 & ’07) and one with Cleveland (2008).
Running back Taiwan Jones and wide receiver Denarius Moore
signed, according to published reports July 27. Moore reportedly received a four-year, $2.2 million deal. Jones was a fourth-round selection (125th overall) and Moore a fifth-round selection (148th overall) by Oakland during the 2011 draft.
Defensive end Jarvis Moss agreed to terms on a one-year, $1.25 million contract to remain with the Raiders, according to published reports July 26, 2011. Moss, who turns 27 on Aug. 3, had one sack and three total tackles in five games with Oakland during the 2010 season. The former University of Florida star played his first three full NFL seasons with the Denver Broncos both at linebacker and defensive end. He was released by Denver after nine games last season.
Oakland signed the following players to undrafted free-agent contracts, according to published reports July 26 and 27, 2011: Offensive linemen Alan Pelc (North Carolina), Elias Eliades (Penn State) and Ben Lamaak (Iowa State), safety Zac Etheridge (Auburn), linebackers Bani Gbadyu (Penn State) and Chris Francis (Baylor), quarterback/wide receiver Eddie McGee (Illinois), wide receivers Derrick Jones (California, Pa.) and Steven Goulet (Ohio), defensive end Mason Brodine (Nebraska-Kearney), defensive tackle Jamie Cumbie (Clemson), fullback James McCluskey (Boston College), quarterback Jordan La Secla (San Jose State) and cornerback Sterling Moore (Southern Methodist).
Bresnahan has been working with the team for over a month since being named a "defensive assistant" on Feb. 1.
The Raiders won three AFC West titles from 2000 through 2002 with Bresnahan as defensive coordinator. He was fired along with much of Bill Callahan’s staff following a 4-12 record in the 2003 season. He coached the Raiders defensive backs in 1998-99.
Said Raiders coach Hue Jackson in a March 7 statement: "The fact that I’ve had the chance to be in defensive meetings with Chuck and watch him lead the defensive staff made it an easy decision to name him our defensive coordinator. "I am impressed with his passion, attention to detail, and energy. This staff gives us the opportunity to have one of the best defenses in the NFL.’’
Bresnahan said in a statement: "This is an incredible opportunity for me to come back to the Raiders and work again where we had so many great years. It’s so exciting to be reunited with Hue Jackson because of the passion and energy he brings.. I’m also thrilled to be a part of this talented staff, many of whom I’ve shared a previous success with.’
Bresnahan and Jackson worked on the same staff with the Cincinnati Bengals, where Bresnahan worked as defensive coordinator from 2006 through 2008.
Chuck Bresnahan named defensive coordinator, the Raiders announced March 7, 2011. Bresnahan replaces John Marshall, whose contract was not renewed following the 2010 season.
Bush and Miller reportedly received restricted first- and third-round tenders, which were worth a combined $3.168 million for the 2010 season. That figure could change when the league and players' union finalize a new collective bargaining agreement.
Bush and Miller are four-year veterans who reportedly earned less than $1 million each last season. Miller has led the Raiders in receiving each of his four NFL seasons while Bush established himself as a complementary backup behind starter Darren McFadden.
The Raiders reportedly tendered tight end Zach Miller and running back Michael Bush one-year contracts, according to published reports March 4, 2011. The moves reportedly are designed to protect the team from losing its top two free agents.
His contract voided after the 2010 season ended, making him an unrestricted free agent.
Gallery reportedly earned $635,000 in base salary during the 2010 season, and he was scheduled to earn $1.3 million in 2011.
The former Iowa All-America reportedly wanted an $8 million a year deal to re-sign with Oakland.
"I'm looking for a new start somewhere else, to experience another place, and to be able to accomplish some of the things I want to," Gallery said in an ESPN report. "It's best for everyone."
Gallery, 30, was the second pick of the 2004 NFL draft out of Iowa. He played right and left offensive tackle before settling in at left guard in 2007. He appeared in 92 games during his seven seasons with the Raiders.
Gallery reportedly had a meeting with Raiders managing general partner Al Davis and they agreed on a mutual decision, according to Gallery.
“We’ve come to a mutual agreement that it’s time for me to move on with my career,” Gallery told ESPN. “I appreciate the start that they and Mr. Davis gave me and I truly have enjoyed my time wearing the silver and black. I wish them well, I thank the fans and I take away great memories of my time in Oakland.”
Bruce Campbell, a 2010 fourth-round draft pick, could be among the leading contenders to replace Gallery. Campbell was switched from offensive tackle to guard after being selected by Oakland with the 106th overall pick.
Left guard Robert Gallery won't return to the Raiders in the 2011 season, according to Internet and published reports March 3.
Quarterback Kyle Boller, safety Hiram Eugene and guard Daniel Loper re-signed, according to published reports March 3, 2011. Boller, who turns 30 in June, reportedly received a one-year, $1.25 million deal. Eugene, 30, signed a four-year, $10.25 million deal and Loper, 29, signed a two-year $3.9 million deal. Boller is expected to be the chief backup to Jason Campbell; Eugene could become a starter at free safety if Oakland doesn't re-sign Michael Huff and Loper is among the candidates to replace Robert Gallery at left guard. Gallery, an unrestricted free agent, reportedly will sign with another club after a new collective bargaining agreement is finalized by the league and players' union.
The Raiders reportedly were forced to use the franchise tag on Wimbley, 27, because of an NFL rule that voided the $3.5 million buyback option that was in Wimbley’s original contract that he signed with the Cleveland Browns.
Safety Jerome Boyd signed, the Raiders announced March 1, 2011. He reportedly spent time with the team in training camp and on its practice squad the past two seasons.
The Raiders place the franchise tag on linebacker Kamerion Wimbley, the team announced Feb. 24, 2011. As a non-exclusive franchise player, Wimbley reportedly will earn $10.51 million for the 2011 season or the average salary of the five highest-paid linebackers in 2010. He had a team-high nine sacks and 57 total tackles during the 2010 season, his first with the Raiders after four seasons with the Cleveland Browns.
Opponents completed only. 39.4 percent of passes against Routt last season, according to STATS LLC. He reportedly was targeted 99 times. The completion percentage against him was the lowest in the league of any player targeted at least 60 times.
Cornerback Stanford Routt received a three-year contract extension from the Raiders, according to published reports Feb. 24, 2011. The extension guarantees Routt $20 million and potentially $31.5 million overall. He reportedly earned slightly more than $3 million in 2010. Routt, 27, contributed two interceptions and 55 total tackles during the 2010 season.
Backup defensive tackle John Henderson re-signed, according to published reports Feb. 24, 2011. Henderson, 32, reportedly received a two-year, $8 million contract from Oakland. The two-time Pro Bowler contributed 30 total tackles in nine games despite being hampered by a foot injury during the 2010 season.
Special teams standout Rock Cartwright re-signed, the Raiders announced Feb. 24, 2011.
Defensive tackle Richard Seymour signed a a two-year, $30 million contract extension that includes $22.5 million in guaranteed money. The Raiders announced the deal Feb. 17.
SI.com first reported Seymour's extension Feb. 16. The website said that Seymour would be paid $15 million each of the next two years with $7.5 million in 2012 guaranteed in a bonus.
The deal reportedly will make Seymour the highest paid defensive player in the NFL, surpassing Julius Peppers' $14-million-per-year salary with the Chicago Bears.
Woodson, 45, played the final two of his 17 NFL seasons with the Raiders, helping the team win the 2002 AFC championship.
“It’s an honor to be back with the Raiders and be able to talk to Raider players about true football,” he told reporters Feb. 14. “I’m looking forward to working with the organization and the challenges of the 2011 season.”
He also spent one season with the San Francisco 49ers and four with Baltimore, winning the Super Bowl with the Ravens following the 2000 season.
Woodson was named to 11 Pro Bowls, the 1990s all-decade team, the NFL's 75th Anniversary Team in 1994 and was named a first-team All-Pro six times as either a cornerback, safety or kick returner.
"I’m excited that we have a Hall of Fame player who is coming back to the organization," Raiders coach Hue Jackson said in a statement. ``I was extremely impressed during the interview process with his communication skills and I’m looking forward to Rod imparting his wealth of knowledge to our players."
Hall of Fame defensive back Rod Woodson named assistant coach, cornerbacks, the Raiders announced Feb. 14, 2011. He replaces Lionel Washington.
Woodson, right, spent the bulk of his playing career with the Pittsburgh Steeleers, starring for 10 seasons. He was named the 1993 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and helped the Steelers reach the Super Bowl following the 1995 season.
Greg Biekert promoted to linebackers coach, the Raiders announced Feb. 8, 2011. Biekert, 41, spent the 2010 season with Oakland as assistant coach on defense. He replaces Mike Haluchak, who was not retained by new coach Hue Jackson. Biekert played for the Raiders from 1993 to 2001, starting 123 of 144 games he played in. He's best remembered for recovering a Tom Brady fumble that was ruled an incomplete pass because of the Tuck rule during a 2001 playoff game against New England.
Chuck Bresnahan named defensive coach, the Raiders announced Feb. 1, 2011. Bresnahan, 50, coached the Raiders defensive backs in 1998-99 before becoming defensive coordinator for four seasons. Oakland won the AFC West in his first three seasons and went to the Super Bowl following his third season in 2002. Bresnahan spent last season as defensive coordinator for the Florida Tuskers in the United Football League. He has also been defensive coordinator for three seasons with the Bengals (2005-2007) and coached as an assistant with Indianapolis (1996-96) and Cleveland (1994-95).
Bob Wylie named offensive line coach, the Raiders announced Jan. 31, 2011. New Oakland coach Hue Jackson called Wylie a “spectacular teacher, motivator and drill sergeant,” in a team release. Wylie, who turns 60 on Feb. 16, reportedly spent the 2010 season sharing offensive line coaching duties for the Denver Broncos. He has also been a line coach with Arizona, Tampa Bay and Chicago, while coaching tight ends for Cincinnati and the New York Jets. The Rhode Island native has coached 18 seasons at the pro level (NFL & CFL) and 13 seasons at the collegiate level.
Former Raiders left guard Steve Wisniewski hired as assistant offensive line coach, the Raiders announced Jan. 27, 2011. Wisniewski, 43,
played 206 games over 13 seasons (1989-2001) with the Raiders. He made the Pro Bowl eight times and is a two-time first-team All-Pro.
He replaces Chris Morgan, who was not retained by new coach Hue Jackson. Wisniewski was the strength and conditioning coach at Stanford during the 2010 season.
Also, Chuck Bresnahan and Joe Cullen are among the reported candidates to replace Marshall as the team’s defensive coordinator. Bresnahan was with the Raiders from 1998-2003 as defensive backs coach and defensive coordinator. He spent the past two seasons with the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League.
The Raiders have not retained defensive coordinator John Marshall, offensive line coach Jim Michalczik, linebackers coach Mike Haluchak, passing game coordinator Ted Tollner and quarterbacks coach Paul Hackett, according to published reports Jan. 25, 2011.
Saunders has been coaching in the NFL for nearly three decades. He went 17-22 in two-plus seasons as head coach for the San Diego Chargers from 1986-88 and has spent most of his career as a highly regarded offensive assistant. Saunders spent eight seasons running offenses in Kansas City, Washington and St. Louis. His best success came with the Chiefs, who led the NFL with 380.9 yards per game and were second in scoring at 27.0 points per game during his five years as offensive coordinator from 2001-05.
Veteran NFL coach Al Saunders hired as offensive coordinator, the Raiders announced Jan. 25, 2011. Saunders, 63, and new Raiders coach Hue Jackson worked together during the 2009 season with the Baltimore Ravens, Saunders as an offensive consultant and Jackson as quarterbacks coach. Saunders has spent most of his NFL coaching career as an offensive coordinator or wide receivers coach. He worked with Raiders quarterback Jason Campbell when they were with the Washinton Redskins during the 2006 and 2007 seasons.
Former Raiders coach Tom Cable hired as Seattle Seahawks assistant head coach/offensive line, the Seahawks announced Jan. 18, 2011. Cable, 46, had a 17-27 record with the Raiders. The team announced Jan. 4 that it would not pick up the two-year option on his contract.
Tom Cable, who was not retained following an 8-8 record in the 2010 season. The Raiders announced Jan. 4 they would not pick up the two-year option on Cable’s contract. Jackson is the team’s sixth head coach since 2003.
Offensive coordinator Hue Jackson promoted to head coach, the Raiders announced Jan. 17, 2010. Jackson, 45, replaces
