Derek Carrier - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Makes return from pec injury Carrier was not targeted against the Chargers in Week 18 during his return from a 12-game absence.

Impact Carrier, who suffered a pectoral injury in early October, closed out the regular season with two catches on as many targets for 13 yards in five games. He'll continue to provide depth behind fellow tight ends Darren Waller and Foster Moreau against the Bengals on Saturday, but Carrier is headed for unrestricted free agency following the postseason.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Activated by Raiders Carrier (pectoral) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Carrier returned to practice at the end of December and will be available for Sunday's Week 18 matchup against the Chargers. He secured both of his targets for 13 yards across his first four appearances of the season but hasn't played since early October.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Receives return designation Las Vegas designated Carrier (pectoral) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Carrier sidelined since early October, but he's now been cleared to return to practice. The Raiders have a 21-day window to evaluate him for a potential return to the 53-man roster. If activated at some point, Carrier would serve mainly in a blocking role at tight end.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Derek Carrier talks with Shannon Spake after the Raiders' narrow victory over the Steelers

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Placed on IR Carrier (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Carrier sustained a pectoral injury during Monday's loss to the Chargers, and he'll be forced out for at least three games. Nick Bowers could handle a slightly increased workload in his absence.

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders place Mullen, Arnette, Carrier on injured reserve

The Las Vegas Raiders have placed two of their top cornerbacks on injured reserve with starter Trayvon Mullen and backup Damon Arnette both shut down for at least three weeks

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Ruled out against Bears Carrier (pectoral) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears.

Impact Carrier didn't participate in practice this week after he exited Monday's loss to the Chargers with a pectoral injury. His absence could lead to slightly increased playing time for Nick Bowers.

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Carr says Bosa might have been trying to get under his skin

The Las Vegas Raiders' offensive line has underachieved through four games and the task won't get any easier this week

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Offensive line woes doom Raiders in 1st loss of season

The offensive line problems that have plagued the Las Vegas Raiders early this season finally led to a loss

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Injures pec Monday Carrier suffered a pectoral injury during Monday's road contest against the Chargers.

Impact Carrier didn't draw a target before his departure, leaving him with just two through three-plus games this season. With Nick Bowers (coach's decision) inactive, the Raiders are down to Darren Waller and Foster Moreau at tight end.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins Raiders Carrier signed a contract with the Raiders on Thursday.

Impact Carrier was let go by Las Vegas ahead of Tuesday's roster deadline but has now re-signed with the team. The 31-year-old will fill a depth role at tight end for the Raiders.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

AP source: Raiders agree to 1-year deal with LB K.J. Wright

A person familiar with the deal says the Las Vegas Raiders have added another proven veteran to bolster their banged-up linebacker group by agreeing to a one-year contract with K

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • Associated Press

AP source: Raiders agree to 2-year deal with Kenyan Drake

The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $14.5 million with free agent running back Kenyan Drake to complement starter Josh Jacobs

MARCH 18, 2021 • Associated Press

Returning for Raiders The Raiders re-signed Carrier to a one-year contract Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Carrier will return for a fourth straight season with the Raiders, giving the team some continuity in terms of tight end depth. He only played seven offensive snaps in 2020, doing almost all of his damage on special teams (365 snaps).

MARCH 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No offensive snaps Carrier exclusively played special teams during Sunday's 31-28 win over the Jets.

Impact The 30-year-old has one reception for 14 yards and has played only four offensive snaps all season, so it's not a surprise to see him limited to playing special teams Week 13. Carrier should continue in that role with Darren Waller, Jason Witten and Foster Moreau handling the workload at tight end.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders players shown at charity event without masks

Several Las Vegas Raiders players attended a charity event held by teammate Darren Waller that might have violated league rules for the coronavirus pandemic

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • Associated Press

Witten 'invigorated' by new opportunity with Raiders

Jason Witten says he's ‘invigorated’ by his new opportunity with the Las Vegas Raiders after spending 16 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys

AUGUST 11, 2020 • Associated Press

AP source: Raiders sign TE Derek Carrier to 3-year deal

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have agreed to a three-year contract with free agent tight end Derek Carrier.

MARCH 13, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

Redskins sign TE Alex Smith, who was with Gruden in Cincy

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Free-agent tight end Alex Smith has signed with the Washington Redskins, who placed a third player at that position on injured reserve.

DECEMBER 15, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Report: Redskins sign tight end Alex Smith

DECEMBER 15, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Bengals lose Dalton to broken thumb; Seahawks rookie out

Cincinnati will likely need to figure out how to win without Andy Dalton.

DECEMBER 14, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Week 14 injury roundup: Bengals, Seahawks take big hits

DECEMBER 13, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Redskins among NFL's worst teams at getting to opposing QBs

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Only six NFL teams have sacked opposing quarterbacks less often than the Washington Redskins, and coach Jay Gruden acknowledges: ''As a group, we do have to get...

DECEMBER 10, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

WD DeSean Jackson active for Redskins; TE Derek Carrier out

LANDOVER, Md. (AP) Wide receiver DeSean Jackson is active for the Washington Redskins against the Dallas Cowboys after missing a day of practice with an upper-respiratory illness.

DECEMBER 8, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Despite all their flaws, Redskins now relevant, for a change

With six last-place finishes in the past seven years, the Washington Redskins have not mattered all that much in the latter stages of recent seasons.

NOVEMBER 30, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

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