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Silver And Black Pride fantasy football takes on Dareke Young
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NegativeUsageOct 30, 2026
Young played only 3 offensive snaps with no targets, indicating he has no meaningful role in the Raiders receiver rotation.NegativeUsageOct 28, 2026
2 receptions; minimal involvement in the passing game; part of receiving corps characterized as 'either decoys or just guys getting cardio on the field,' indicating very limited utilization in Cousins' offense.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Young, a Raiders kick returner, has had costly fumbles this season, contributing to the team's special teams struggles despite decent overall EPA ranking.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Young played 6 offensive snaps in Week 6 and received no targets, indicating minimal offensive role and opportunity in the Raiders' passing game.NegativeUsageOct 16, 2026
Young played 11 offensive snaps in Week 5 after averaging 12 snaps over the previous three games, and failed to record any catches. His minimal snap allocation and lack of production indicate a marginal role in the offense.NegativeUsageOct 15, 2026
Raiders wide receiver Young has 5 kick returns for 127 yards (25.4 average) and a long of 32 yards. Young fumbled on a kick return in Week 4 when both return men approached a traffic jam of blockers and gunners, contributing to the Raiders' two fumbles on kick returns this season.NegativeInjuryOct 11, 2026
Raiders player was shaken up in the third quarter during the lopsided loss to New England.NegativeUsageOct 9, 2026
Young played 12 offensive snaps for the third consecutive game in Week 4, recording 1 catch on 2 targets for 9 yards, indicating a consistent but minimal role in the Raiders' passing game.NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026
Raiders kick returner Dareke Young fumbled in the final quarter against Kansas City, which directly led to Kenneth Walker III scoring on a short field and proved to be a decisive turnover in the game. Bleacher Report's Moe Moton notes that while the Raiders are aggressive and good enough to hang with upper-echelon teams, turnovers like Young's fumble will cost them against playoff-caliber clubs that capitalize on mistakes.NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026
Young caught one pass on two targets yet failed to make an impact downfield blocking. On a misdirection toss where the Raiders had the numbers, Young whiffed on his block and allowed Delane to make a great tackle, indicating poor blocking and limited receiving production.NegativeUsageOct 5, 2026
Raiders kick returner Dareke Young had the ball punched out on a kickoff return, leading directly to a Kansas City touchdown on the ensuing play; this special teams miscue was identified as one of the key factors in the Raiders' 30-27 loss.NegativeUsageOct 2, 2026
Young played 12 offensive snaps for the second straight game in Week 3 but was not targeted, indicating limited offensive involvement and depth-chart positioning behind more productive receivers.PositiveUsageSep 25, 2026
Wide receiver played 12 offensive snaps in Week 2 after receiving zero targets in Week 1, earning one target in Week 2 and converting it into a 27-yard reception on a critical play when the Raiders took the lead in the third quarter. The target increase and big-play production suggest emerging opportunity.PositiveInjurySep 24, 2026
Wide receiver with hamstring injury upgraded from limited to full participant on Thursday; improving status ahead of Week 3 Saints game.NegativeRoleSep 17, 2026
The wide receiver and special teamer is another Seattle Seahawks import alongside Cody White, brought in to contribute on coverage units for the Raiders' 2026 special teams overhaul under new coordinator Joe DeCamillis.PositiveRoleSep 6, 2026
Young, a wide receiver/special teamer reuniting with head coach Klint Kubiak after four seasons with Seattle, brings proven return experience and physicality to the Raiders. In his time with the Seahawks, he made the most of limited opportunities with 10 kick returns for 322 yards (32.2 yards per return average) and a long of 60 yards. Standing 6-foot-2 and 224 pounds, he combines physicality and speed to provide an imposing presence as a return man and has been an adept gunner on coverage units.NegativeUsageAug 31, 2026
WR occupying a roster spot with minimal preseason production (1 catch, 10 yards) and is retained primarily for special teams value. His presence on the six-receiver roster reinforces the Raiders' lack of depth at the position, and the team is expected to pursue additional wideouts throughout the season.PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026
Wide receiver/special teamer was named a team captain alongside Kirk Cousins and Quay Walker. The Raiders used different captain combinations each preseason game, so this could be a sign Young is making the 53-man roster.PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
Young moved from the cut list to the backup wide receiver group in the updated roster prediction, suggesting improved performance during preseason and securing a spot on the 53-man roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026
Listed as on the bubble for the Raiders 53-man roster; roster status will depend on special teams play and the team's decision to keep five or six wide receivers.NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026
The source moves Dareke Young from a backup role to a cut candidate in the updated 53-man roster prediction. Despite being considered a special teams ace, Jackson received more opportunities in the preseason game against the Cardinals, which justified moving Young off the roster. The source's evaluation suggests Young's special teams value is not enough to secure a roster spot given the wide receiver depth.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Free-agent addition and wide receiver from Seattle is an imposing 6-foot-2, 224-pound option for kick return duties. Young made the most out of his limited opportunities returning kickoffs last season with 10 returns for 322 yards (long of 60), demonstrating efficiency and big-play potential in the return game.NegativeRoleAug 8, 2026
Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no punt returns during his career; he faces open competition for return duties with Malik Benson, Jermod McCoy, Tre Tucker, and Dylan Laube as main contenders per special teams coach Joe DeCamillis.NegativeUsageAug 8, 2026
Young returned a handful of kickoffs last year but has no punt returns during his career. The source indicates there is competition for punt return duties, with special teams coach Joe DeCamillis evaluating multiple candidates including Malik Benson, Jermod McCoy, and Tre Tuck for return assignments.NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Young gained 4 pounds (220 to 224) during 2026 training camp; modest weight gain may reflect conditioning or role adjustment.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Young, a 6'2, 230-pound receiver, joins the Raiders following Klint Kubiak and has multiple roles available. He has just 72 receiving yards in his career but may have a chance to take the 'X' receiver role under Kubiak, which could lead to 400-600 receiving yards. His primary impact comes on special teams where he is a proven gunner with 24 career tackles, 3 FF (2 FR), and 4 playoff tackles. Additionally, Young posted 322 yards on 10 kick return attempts in 2025 and may assume that role, potentially becoming a dynamic kick returner for a Raiders unit that has lacked efficiency on returns.