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Phil Clark profiles running back Jalen Richard as a waiver wire pickup for Week 4 of the 2018 NFL season.
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ANALYSIS: Amid the escalating debacle that has permeated Jon Gruden's return as Oakland's head coach, running back Jalen Richard is one of the offensive skill performers that has performed capably, while securing a role as the Raiders' pass catching back. In the team's first three contests, Richard has collected 15 of his 18 targets, while generating 114 yards.
His target total is second only to Jared Cook on the Raiders, and he is easily the most targeted back on the team (Marshawn Lynch 7/Doug Martin 3). Highly questionable play calling and mistake-filled quarterback play should continue blending with the team's defensive inadequacies to leave Oakland in catch-up mode with great frequency. That will enable Richard to accumulate receptions and yardage, while boosting the scoring totals of owners in PPR leagues.
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