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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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 22 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

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

AUGUST 12 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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!

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

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 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can't-Miss Play: Ameer Abdullah bounces outside for 8-yard TD Running back Ameer Abdullah bounces outside and finds the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown against the Jaguars.

AUGUST 4 • RAIDERS.COM

Ameer Abdullah talks fit on offense: 'I kind of made myself a swiss army knife' Running back Ameer Abdullah discusses 2022 Training Camp, competition in the backfield, playing in the Hall of Fame Game and more.

JULY 31 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders finalize trade for All-Pro WR Davante Adams

The Las Vegas Raiders have finalized their trade for All-Pro receiver Davante Adams, giving quarterback Derek Carr the top wideout that had been missing from the offense

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders sign RB Ameer Abdullah to 1-year deal

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free agent running back Ameer Abdullah to a one-year deal

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signed by Raiders Abdullah has signed a contract with the Raiders.

Impact In 17 games (11 with the Panthers and six with the Vikings) last season, the 2015 second-rounder recorded 51 carries for 166 yards and 38 catches for 289 yards with one TD. He'll provide the Raiders -- who've also added Brandon Bolden in free agency -- with further running back depth behind Josh Jacobs and Kenyan Drake, while also giving the team another option as a kick returner.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Photos: New Raiders RB Ameer Abdullah View photos of new Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah in action.

MARCH 18 • RAIDERS.COM

Former Panthers RB Ameer Abdullah Signs with New Team As expected, Carolina loses Ameer Abdullah to free agency.

MARCH 17 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Be The Change: The In Between With Ameer Abdullah Hear from former Vikings RB Ameer Abdullah in this episode of "Be The Change."

FEBRUARY 9 • VIKINGS.COM

Leads team in touches Abdullah rushed seven times for 26 yards and caught 9 of 11 targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Abdullah ended the season by leading the Panthers in touches, marking his biggest workload of the campaign. Unsurprisingly, that involvement also resulted in Abdullah's best yardage output, ranking second on Carolina in both rushing and receiving yards Sunday, with his nine grabs comfortably setting a new career high. After joining the Panthers midway through the season, Abdullah's all-purpose ability offered a flexible option in Christian McCaffrey's (ankle) extended absence. Finishing with 51 carries for 166 yards and 38 catches on 53 targets for 289 more yards, Abdullah's production from 16 games split between the Panthers and Vikings should garner him interest as a free agent this offseason, especially when considering his added value as a kickoff returner.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Garners 10 touches Abdullah rushed six times for 21 yards and caught all four of his targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Saints.

Impact Abdullah saw Chuba Hubbard lead the Panthers with 17 carries for 55 yards and a touchdown, but he nonetheless garnered a double-digit amount of touches himself. While most of his yards came on two plays -- a 15-yard rush and 17-yard catch -- Abdullah actually led Carolina in receptions on the day. The veteran's yardage ceiling and scoring potential are both restricted, but his underneath presence in a struggling offense gives him lukewarm value heading into Week 18's finale versus the Buccaneers.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Gets five touches Abdullah rushed twice for one yard and caught three of six targets for eight yards in Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Abdullah played a third of Carolina's offensive snaps but couldn't get anything going against a stringy Tampa Bay defense. In fact, the tailback's biggest impact came on special teams, where he returned three kickoffs for 76 yards. Although another tough matchup awaits in Week 17 versus the Saints, the flow of that contest could present a few opportunities for Abdullah to make an impact as a pass-catcher.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers' Rhule 'can't speculate' on next week's starting QB

Cam Newton’s struggles have left Matt Rhule looking for answers at quarterback

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Punch-less Panthers lose kicker, and then lose to Bills

The Carolina Panthers lost kicker Zane Gonzalez to a quadriceps injury before the opening kick

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS