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  • Let go by Raiders

    Ruggs was waived by the Raiders on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Ruggs has now been cut by the Raiders and is facing felony charges of DUI resulting in death and reckless driving after being involved in a car accident in Las Vegas early Tuesday morning, per the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. It was a two-car accident and a deceased person was discovered in one of the vehicles, and Ruggs was reportedly the driver of the other vehicle. The 22-year-old displayed signs of impairment at the scene and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets charged following car accident

    Ruggs was involved in a car accident in Las Vegas early Tuesday and will face felony charges of DUI resulting in death and reckless driving, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: According to a statement from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded to a collision at 3:39 a.m. PT and found a deceased person in one of the vehicles. Ruggs, who apparently was the driver of the offending vehicle, stayed on the scene and displayed signs of being impaired before he was taken to the hospital to get treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches all four targets Sunday

    Ruggs caught four passes on as many targets for 24 yards and added a seven-yard rush in Sunday's 33-22 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Ruggs' streak of six consecutive games with at least one reception of 20-plus yards came to an end Sunday, as he was outproduced by fellow receivers Hunter Renfrow and Bryan Edwards on a day that quarterback Derek Carr managed to complete 31 of 34 pass attempts. Carr also directed six targets at tight end Foster Moreau, who capitalized with six catches for 60 yards and a touchdown as he filled in for an injured Darren Waller (ankle). Heading into the Raiders' Week 8 bye, Ruggs has hauled in 24…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully Thursday

    Ruggs (knee) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: As did Bryan Edwards (hamstring), which sets the stage for the Raiders to head into Sunday's game against the Eagles with their top two wideouts available for Week 7 action. Ruggs, who caught three of his four targets for 97 yards and a touchdown in last week's win over the Broncos, will take aim this weekend at a Philadelphia defense that has allowed an average of 211.8 passing yards (fifth fewest in the league) and 12 TDs via the air through six contests.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited session Wednesday

    Ruggs was limited at practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: In addition to Ruggs, fellow wideout Bryan Edwards (hamstring) was a limited participant in the Raiders' first Week 7 session. During the Raiders' Week 6 win over the Broncos, Ruggs caught three of his four targets for 97 yards and a touchdown while logging a 66-percent offensive snap share.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Burns Denver deep

    Ruggs caught three receptions on four targets for 97 yards and one touchdown against Denver on Sunday.

    Analysis: The four targets are a meager total, but Ruggs' 48-yard touchdown in the first quarter put the Broncos at a disadvantage they never recovered from, and it's possible that the Raiders would have gone to Ruggs more if the game had been closer. Derek Carr attempted a season-low 27 passes, and that likely had a limiting effect on Ruggs' target count. While he may never be a high-volume receiver -- his season high in targets is just seven through six games -- Ruggs has been highly efficient in each…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in loss

    Ruggs brought in all three targets for 51 yards in the Raiders' 20-9 loss to the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: On a lackluster day for the Raiders' passing attack, Ruggs posted his second consecutive three-catch tally. The speedster's receiving yardage total was second on the afternoon to that of Hunter Renfrow's, although it also marked the third straight time Ruggs' production in that category declined over that of the prior game. The second-year pro will look to reverse that unfavorable trend in a Week 6 road battle against the Broncos.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Featured deep again

    Ruggs caught three of six targets for 51 yards in Monday night's 28-14 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Ruggs was coming off consecutive games with at least 75 yards, and although he couldn't continue that streak, the speedster was once again featured vertically. Along with drawing a deep pass-interference call early, Ruggs hauled in a 51-yard bomb during the fourth quarter and was targeted on another downfield shot later. Overall, he led the Raiders in receiving yards and showed further glimpses of his explosive upside to complement Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow in the starting lineup.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 9:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Adds 78 receiving yards in win

    Ruggs caught four of seven targets for 78 yards and took his lone carry for seven yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Ruggs showcased impressive body control on several sideline catches, and he also made a leaping grab over All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard during the Raiders' first touchdown drive of the contest late in the second quarter. The Alabama product has seen seven targets in back-to-back games, and his 237 total receiving yards rank 15th in the NFL through Week 3. Ruggs will now face a Chargers secondary that just held Kansas City speedster Tyreek Hill to 56 yards on five catches.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Beats Steelers deep

    Ruggs recorded five receptions on seven targets for 113 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's Week 2 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Ruggs had only 15 total yards at halftime, but he made the Steelers pay throughout the second half to help the Raiders to a win. On the team's second possession of the the third quarter, he got open down the middle of the field for a 30-yard gain, which set up a nine-yard touchdown on the next play for Foster Moreau. Ruggs finished the job himself one quarter later, when he cut through the middle of the field for a 61-yard touchdown. The effort marked the second time that Ruggs has topped 100…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Low output but good usage Week 1

    Ruggs hauled in two of five targets for 46 yards Monday in the Raiders' 33-27 overtime win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Though Ruggs turned in one of the leaner stat lines among Las Vegas pass catchers, his Week 1 usage was solid. Per Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee, Ruggs played 56 of the Raiders' 86 offensive snaps, ranking third among skill-position players behind only tight end Darren Waller (81) and Bryan Edwards (57). Ruggs did the bulk of his damage on a 37-yard strike from Derek Carr late in the fourth quarter, which helped set up Waller's game-tying 10-yard touchdown reception.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as starter opposite Edwards

    Ruggs is listed as a starting wideout opposite fellow second-year player Bryan Edwards on the Raiders' posted depth chart.

    Analysis: Also in the mix are top slot man Hunter Renfrow as well as Zay Jones and Willie Snead. With the Raiders having parted ways with veteran speedster John Brown last month, Ruggs would appear to have every opportunity to emerge as the team's No. 1 wide receiver in tandem with Edwards. A 2021 fantasy breakout thus appears plausible for the No. 12 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft after he logged a modest 26-452-2 stat line through 13 games as a rookie.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out Saturday

    Ruggs will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Rams, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Raiders thus far have taken a cautious approach in preseason action, sitting the vast majority of their starters on the offensive side of the ball. In addition to Ruggs, John Brown, Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow from the receiver corps also are sidelined.

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Packs on weight in offseason

    Ruggs says he's put on 13 pounds since the end of last season, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs weighed 188 at the 2020 Combine and is listed at 190 on the Raiders' website, so he may now be pushing 200 pounds as the team kicks off training camp. Despite his disappointing rookie campaign, Ruggs has every opportunity to become the No. 1 receiver in Las Vegas, competing with 31-year-old John Brown and fellow 2020 draft pick Bryan Edwards. While speed will always be his calling card, Ruggs could have more impact on short and intermediate routes now that he's stronger, perhaps…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 29 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • May need to compete

    Ruggs could face veteran competition for snaps after the Raiders signed John Brown and Willie Snead to replace Nelson Agholor (Patriots), Jerry McDonald of the Bay Area News Group reports.

    Analysis: Agholor unexpectedly emerged as the team's No. 1 wideout and top deep threat last season, essentially filling the role that Ruggs was drafted for. Meanwhile, the first-round pick put up a 26/452/2 receiving line in 13 games, with a couple huge plays surrounded by month-long stretches of near-invisibility. With Snead and Hunter Renfrow likely competing for slot work, the top candidates for perimeter snaps are Ruggs, Brown and Bryan Edwards. The Raiders surely hope their 2020 first-round pick can…read more

    Published: Sat, Mar 27 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 26 catches.

    Ruggs (concussion) finished his rookie season with 26 catches for 452 yards and four touchdowns on 43 targets, starting 12 of his 13 games.

    Analysis: Apart from the Week 17 contest in which he suffered a concussion, Ruggs played at least 54 percent of offensive snaps in every appearance. He burnt the Chiefs for 118 yards and a touchdown in his third NFL game, but then had just 79 receiving yards total over the next five contests. The first-round pick did make one of the most memorable plays of the 2020 campaign, torching the Jets in Week 13 for a go-ahead, 46-yard TD with five seconds remaining. Ruggs otherwise went unnoticed for much of the…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 19 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Ruggs is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Ruggs secured all three of his targets for 38 yards before leaving the field, but he also fumbled on his only carry. Bryan Edwards and Zay Jones will stand to handle increased roles if Ruggs can't return Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One touch in Week 16 return

    Ruggs took one carry for seven yards, but he failed to catch either of his two targets in Saturday's 26-25 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Ruggs was ineffective as a receiver in his return from the reserve/COVID list, but he still managed to log his usual workload (44 offensive snaps) after missing Week 15. The pass-catching trio of Nelson Agholor, Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow combined for 301 yards and a score on 15 total receptions, so it's a shame Ruggs couldn't benefit from quarterback Derek Carr's 9.88 yards per attempt effort. Ruggs should now be able to participate in a full week of practice ahead of the Raiders' season…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Available Week 16

    Ruggs is listed as active Saturday against the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The Raiders placed Ruggs on the reserve/COVID list Dec. 15, which kept him sidelined Week 15 versus the Chargers. When he was activated from the list Thursday, coach Jon Gruden told Jerry McDonald of The San Jose Mercury News that Ruggs subsequently "looked good" at Thursday's session but didn't speculate on his availability for Saturday. Ruggs is suiting up for Week 16, but it remains to be seen what kind of snap and target count he can expect.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Off COVID-19 list

    Ruggs has come off the reserve/COVID-19 list, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Jerry McDonald of The San Jose Mercury News, Ruggs practiced Thursday and looked good, according to coach Jon Gruden. As a result, Ruggs could return to action Saturday against the Dolphins, but his status for the contest has yet to be confirmed by the team.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status for Week 16 murky

    Raiders head coach Jon Gruden said he expects Ruggs (reserve/COVID-19 list) to return to the team facility by the end of the week, but the receiver's status for Saturday's game against the Dolphins has yet to be determined, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

    Analysis: Gruden's comments suggest Ruggs is seemingly trending in the right direction physically after his initial placement on the reserve/COVID-19 list Dec. 15, but the Raiders may not have a strong feeling about his readiness for game action until they get a chance to reassess him. While Ruggs was sidelined for last week's loss to the Chargers, Zay Jones and Bryan Edwards both saw an uptick in their snap counts, but the duo combined for one nine-yard reception across two targets.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On COVID list, won't play Thursday

    The Raiders placed Ruggs (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, ruling him out for Thursday's game against the Chargers, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs has either tested positive for COVID-19 or come into close contact with someone who has. As a result, he'll log the second absence of his rookie season. With Ruggs on the pine, the Raiders will turn to Bryan Edwards and Zay Jones to fill in across from Nelson Agholor at wide receiver, with Hunter Renfrow handling his usual role in the slot.

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 18 receiving yards in loss

    Ruggs caught three passes on as many targets for 18 yards and returned one kickoff for 24 yards in Sunday's 44-27 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Ruggs caught 100 percent of his targets for just the second time all season, but he averaged only 6.0 yards per catch Sunday after posting a 3-84-1 line in Week 13 against the Jets. Fellow pass catchers Darren Waller, Nelson Agholor and Hunter Renfrow combined to see 26 total targets thrown their way, but Ruggs should factor back into the mix on Thursday Night Football against the Chargers.

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Atones for miscues with winning TD

    Ruggs caught three of four targets for 84 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-28 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Ruggs had a ball bounce off his hands for an interception on Vegas' opening drive and lost a fumble in the fourth quarter, but those mistakes were overshadowed by the rookie speedster's game-winning 46-yard touchdown with five seconds to go. Left in single coverage with New York blitzing, Ruggs burned cornerback Lamar Jackson deep and hauled in an accurate pass from Derek Carr to keep the Raiders in the playoff hunt at 7-5. Ruggs' value is tied to his big-play ability, but showcasing those…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes marvelous fourth-down catch

    Ruggs caught three of his five targets for 56 receiving yards during Sunday's 43-6 loss to the Falcons. He also recovered a fumble from teammate Keisean Nixon.

    Analysis: Ruggs came down with an impressive 36-yard fourth-down reception over Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell on the final play of the first quarter, but he was unable to keep his feet in bounds and get the ball over the pylon. Las Vegas could not punch it in from Atlanta's three-yard line, ultimately settling for three points on the drive. Fantasy GMs invested in Ruggs have been constantly settling themselves, as the No. 12 overall draft choice has one touchdown on the season and just one outing of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 17 yards on SNF

    Ruggs caught his only target for five yards and he also took one carry for 12 rushing yards in Sunday's 35-31 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Ruggs once again was outproduced by fellow pass-catchers Nelson Agholor and Darren Waller, who combined for 176 yards and two touchdowns on 13 receptions and 16 targets. Given his snap share consistently surpasses the 50-percent mark, it's disappointing to see Ruggs' lack of production continue on a night in which quarterback Derek Carr managed to throw for 275 yards and three touchdowns on 31 pass attempts. The rookie receiver will look to bounce back in Week 12 in a favorable matchup against…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 6:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Drops deep pass Sunday

    Ruggs caught three of four targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 37-12 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Ruggs finished with more than two receptions for the first time since Week 1, but the rookie also dropped what could have been a long touchdown early in Sunday's contest before the Raiders got out to a big lead. Nonetheless, Ruggs led his position group in playing time with 45 offensive snaps. He'll now face a Chiefs secondary that allowed him to catch two passes for 118 yards and a touchdown back in Week 5.

    Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 4:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts another dud Sunday

    Ruggs took his only carry for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Chargers, but he failed to catch any of his three targets.

    Analysis: Ruggs has been silent as a receiver since the bye week with just four catches for 43 yards on 10 targets in three contests. Quarterback Derek Carr completed only 13 passes Sunday as the Raiders played with a lead for nearly the entirety of the second half, which didn't help Ruggs' case. Nonetheless, the rookie wideout played 39 of 50 offensive snaps and he figures to draw another start Week 10 against the Broncos.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another quiet outing in Week 8

    Ruggs secured two of his four targets for eight receiving yards during Sunday's 16-6 win against the Browns.

    Analysis: The No. 12 overall pick from April's draft has been a boom-bust option in his five appearances this season, though the majority of his outings have landed on the bust end of the spectrum. Ruggs enjoyed a 118-yard, one-touchdown outing during the Raiders' Week 5 upset of the defending champion Chiefs, but he's averaged a mere two catches and 25.5 receiving yards over his other four appearances. Hamstring and knee injuries held the rookie out Weeks 3 and 4, but even when he has been active, the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 6:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in lopsided loss

    Ruggs secured two of three targets for 35 yards in the Raiders' 45-20 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The rookie speedster was contained by the Buccaneers' improving secondary save for a 29-yard grab, leading to his second-lowest yardage tally of the four games he's suited up for. Ruggs has now seen only three targets apiece in each of his last three contests, so he remains very big-play-dependent for his fantasy production. He'll look to up his production versus a vulnerable Browns secondary in Week 8.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stars in return to action

    Ruggs (knee) secured two of three targets for 118 yards and a touchdown in the Raiders' 40-32 win over the Chiefs on Sunday. He also returned one kickoff for nine yards.

    Analysis: Making his first appearance since Week 2, Ruggs put his stamp on the game with a 72-yard touchdown grab with 2:39 remaining in the first half. The rookie speedster also recorded a 46-yard grab on the afternoon and provided the Raiders with a downfield dimension they'd been missing in his absence. While he only saw three targets, Ruggs' final line is a testament to what he can do with even minimal opportunity. Ruggs now will utilize the bye week to get even healthier ahead of a Week 7 home…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To return Week 5

    Ruggs (knee) is active Week 5 against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Ruggs was able to practice in full both Thursday and Friday, but his status Sunday was still expected to come down to pregame warmups after entering the week with a questionable tag. It seems his activity in warmups was enough to get clearance, and Ruggs will return to action after back-to-back weeks on the sidelines. Opportunity does await with Bryan Edwards (ankle/foot) ruled out this week, though Ruggs will still be going up against a Kansas City defense that has been effective against…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hopes to play Sunday

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) is "hoping to play" Sunday against the Chiefs, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, a final call on that front hasn't been made, but fortunately for those considering Ruggs in Week 5 fantasy lineups, the Raiders kick off at 1:00 ET on Sunday. The rookie wideout, who is officially listed as questionable for the contest, practiced in full both Thursday and Friday.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 5:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully, still questionable

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: That said, the rookie practiced in full both Thursday and Friday, which appears to set the stage for him to be active for Sunday's contest. If he does return to action after missing two games, Ruggs will add a play-making element to a wide-receiver corps that also includes Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones. The Raiders have already ruled Bryan Edwards (foot/ankle) out for Week 5.

    Published: Fri, Oct 9 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to full practice

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) practiced fully Thursday, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs logged a limited session Wednesday, but his return to a full practice Thursday puts him in a position to return to action Sunday against the Chiefs following a two-game absence. He'll join a wide receiver corps in Week 5 that will also include Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones, with Bryan Edwards (foot/ankle) seemingly unlikely to play this weekend. In that context, the speedy rookie's volume may be an issue, but his playmaking ability does give him a degree of fantasy upside…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Ruggs (hamstring/knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow rookie wideout Bryan Edwards (foot/ankle) wasn't able to return to practice. Ruggs' presence on the field Wednesday -- albeit as a limited participant -- has him trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Chiefs approaches.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Ruggs (hamstring) is participating in Wednesday's practice, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

    Analysis: The Raiders' first official injury report of the week will be released later Wednesday, at which point the extent of Ruggs' practice activity will be revealed. The rookie first-round pick was a non-participant all last week, so even a limited session would represent a step in the right direction.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills.

    Analysis: With Bryan Edwards (foot/ankle) already ruled out and Ruggs now deemed inactive, Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones are slated to head the Raiders' Week 4 wide receiving corps.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Sunday

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bills, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Bryan Edwards (foot/ankle) already ruled out and Ruggs' unlikely to play, Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones are in line to head the Raiders' Week 4 wide receiving corps.

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from Wednesday's practice

    Ruggs (hamstring) isn't practicing Wednesday, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs is trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's game against the Bills, as is fellow rookie wideout Bryan Edwards (ankle), who also isn't practicing Wednesday. Barring a quick turnaround for either Ruggs or Edwards, the Raiders are poised to lean on Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones as their primary options in three-wide sets Week 4.

    Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely out Week 4

    Ruggs (hamstring/knee) is considered a "long shot" to play in Sunday's game against the Bills, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Raiders will likely be without the services of two of their starting receivers Week 4, as rookie third-round pick Bryan Edwards (ankle) is also expected to be sidelined. Las Vegas will monitor Ruggs' activity in practices this week before deciding on his status for Sunday, but if both he and Edwards are out, the team would likely lean on Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones as its main options in three-receiver sets.

    Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Concern for Week 4 status

    Coach Jon Gruden noted Monday that the Raiders are "concerned about both" Ruggs (hamstring) and Bryan Edwards (ankle)," Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gruden added that he has to check with the Raiders' trainers before providing a full update, but for now we'll consider both rookie pass catchers iffy for Sunday's game against the Bills. If the duo ends up missing the contest, added snaps would be available for Hunter Renfrow, Nelson Agholor and Zay Jones.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Ruggs (knee/hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: After being added to the Raiders' Week 3 injury report Thursday following a limited showing at practice, Ruggs wasn't able to take the field Friday and won't be available this weekend. With Ruggs out, Zay Jones and Nelson Agholor are candidates for added snaps Sunday behind Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow.

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Downgrades to limited activity

    Ruggs was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to knee and hamstring injuries, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Ruggs showed up on the Raiders' initial Week 3 injury report, he was listed as a full participant Wednesday. The fact that he took a step back in his activity a day later is somewhat discouraging, but Ruggs would be able to alleviate most of the concern about his status for Sunday's game against the Patriots by increasing his involvement during the team's final practice of the week Friday. Despite playing 49 of 80 offensive snaps in the Raiders' Week 2 win over the Saints, Ruggs managed…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just one catch

    Ruggs caught one of three targets for four yards in Monday night's 34-24 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Ruggs was overthrown by quarterback Derek Carr on a deep shot early, and although he made just one grab for a minimal gain afterward, Ruggs' speed clearly made an impact as he drew two defensive coverage penalties. That included an important pass interference flag late, helping the Raiders clinch their first victory. As long as his Week 1 knee issue doesn't resurface, look for Las Vegas to plan more ways to get the ball in Ruggs' hands ahead of this Sunday's game in New England.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 10:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up, as expected

    Ruggs (knee) is active for Monday's contest against the Saints.

    Analysis: Ruggs' knee injury wasn't revealed until he was held out of practice Thursday. The absence continued Friday, but returning to the field in a limited capacity Saturday paved the way for the rookie first-round pick to potentially suit up Week 2. Earlier Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Ruggs was expected to play, and indeed that has come to pass. Look for Ruggs to work in conjunction with Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow as the top three wide receivers for Derek Carr.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Monday

    Ruggs (knee) is expected to suit up against the Saints on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs is officially listed as questionable for Monday's contest due to the knee injury he sustained in Las Vegas' season opener, but it looks like he'll play through the issue. The Raiders likely won't release an official decision on Ruggs' availability until closer to kickoff at 8:15 p.m. ET. However, if the rookie first-round pick is able to take the field alongside fellow starters Bryan Edwards and Hunter Renfrow, Ruggs' versatility and big-play ability will make him a tempting fantasy…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Ruggs (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Saints, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs did manage to practice in limited fashion Saturday -- the first time he's taken part in practice this week -- which seems to reinforce the notion the speedy first-round pick could be active Monday. Sources close to Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio also seem to echo that notion, though fantasy managers likely won't know Ruggs' official status until closer to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Sep 19 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Ruggs (knee) didn't participate in Friday's practice.

    Analysis: Ruggs was unavailable for a second straight practice, and he'll need to get on the field in some capacity Saturday to have a shot at playing Monday versus the Saints. The rookie first-round pick finished his NFL debut with three receptions on five targets for 55 yards while rushing twice for 11 yards despite injuring his knee in the first half. If Ruggs ends up being ruled out, expect fellow rookie Bryan Edwards to be the de facto No. 1 wideout while Hunter Renfrow and Nelson Agholor both get…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from early part of practice

    Ruggs (knee) wasn't spotted during the early portion of Friday's practice, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs looks in line to miss his second consecutive practice due to a knee injury sustained during the Raiders' win over Carolina in Week 1. He was able to return to the season opener after halftime, so there's reason for optimism that Ruggs will once again manage to play through the issue, but he'll likely need to upgrade to at least a limited session during Saturday's practice for any chance at suiting up against the Saints on Monday.

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Thursday

    Ruggs (knee) didn't practice Thursday.

    Analysis: The Raiders don't play until Monday night, so Ruggs has a couple more chances to get back on the practice field in advance of the team's Week 2 matchup against the Saints. Ruggs sustained a knee injury in the first half of this past Sunday's 34-30 win over the Panthers but was able to return after halftime, finishing with three catches on five targets for 55 yards and 11 yards on a pair of rushes.

    Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Explosive in debut

    Ruggs hauled in three of his five targets for 55 yards in Week 1 against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Ruggs delivered the majority of his yardage halfway through the first quarter when he broke loose from the Panthers' secondary for a 45-yard reception. He narrowly missed a touchdown as he was dragged down at the one-yard line. Despite being held relatively quiet otherwise, Ruggs flashed the game-breaking ability he showcased during college at Alabama. He'll look to build on this performance in the team's Week 2 matchup against the Saints.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns Sunday

    Ruggs (knee) returned to Sunday's contest at Carolina.

    Analysis: After his ankle was rolled up on in the second quarter, Ruggs didn't play the rest of the first half and was termed questionable to return during halftime. That said, he reentered the game during the Raiders' first possession of the second half, clearing his status for the time being.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Ruggs (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game in Carolina.

    Analysis: Ruggs left the field in the second quarter after his ankle was rolled up on. After halftime, he ran from the locker room to the sideline, per Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, but clearly there's some question about the rookie wide receiver returning to action.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Beginning career as starter

    Ruggs is listed as a starter on the Raiders' first unofficial depth chart.

    Analysis: Ruggs and fellow rookie Bryan Edwards are listed as starters alongside second-year pro Hunter Renfrow. Edwards profiles as a prototypical threat on the outside, while Renfrow took most of his snaps out of the slot in 2019. The Raiders initially intended for Ruggs to start in the slot, but in the wake of Tyrell Williams (shoulder) having suffered a season-ending labrum tear, he could instead have an opportunity to move around the field. Ruggs will get a favorable matchup to maximize mismatches…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Beginning in the slot

    Las Vegas offensive coordinator Greg Olson said "we'll start with Ruggs in the slot" when describing the utilization of the Raiders' rookie receivers, USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Ruggs and his 4.27 speed project well outside, where he has more space to put his speed into motion, but it also makes sense for the Raiders to feature him in the slot to get him some quick targets. If Ruggs is playing in the slot, though, it generally pushes Hunter Renfrow out of the picture. Renfrow was one of the good parts of the 2019 Raiders offense, so at a glance it seems unlikely that he'd get outright benched in favor of Ruggs. Olsen's comments could instead read as acknowledgment of…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 6 at 6:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full health

    Ruggs (thigh) called himself "100 percent" during a conference call Thursday, Scott Bair of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. "I feel totally like myself, if not better," Ruggs said. "I'm ready to go."

    Analysis: Ruggs suffered a laceration to his thigh while helping a friend move back in May, requiring stitches and crutches to move about initially. That said, he mentioned he was "hard-headed" during his rehab, which amounted to doing more than his doctor's recommendation to get ahead of schedule in his recovery. Now healthy, Ruggs can set his sights on ramping his activity level with the strength and conditioning staff in the near future and on the practice field by mid-August.

    Published: Thu, Jul 30 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should be ready for training camp

    Ruggs, who injured his thigh last month while helping a friend move, needed stitches to address the issue but didn't sustain any muscular damage, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: As a result, the first wideout selected in the 2020 NFL Draft is expected to be ready for training camp. Although Vic Tafur of The Athletic previously reported that Ruggs was using crutches for a time after his off-field mishap, Thursday's report confirms that the speedster's injury was minor. Once the Raiders take the field, Ruggs will profile as a field-stretcher with big-play ability who the team will utilize in a receiving corps that also includes Tyrell Williams, slot man Hunter Renfrow…read more

    Published: Thu, Jun 11 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sporting crutches

    Ruggs has been utilizing crutches due to a laceration on his thigh suffered last week, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The rookie 12th overall pick apparently sustained the cut from a trailer while helping a friend move last weekend. The injury isn't considered serious, but the 21-year-old has been using crutches to help keep pressure off the leg. According to his father, Henry Ruggs Jr., they didn't immediately go to the hospital due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. It's unclear when Ruggs III is expected to be fully healthy, and he may not receive another official update until closer to the start of…read more

    Published: Sat, Jun 6 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures self away from field

    Ruggs suffered an injury to his thigh recently due to an "off-the-field accident helping a friend move," Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: According to Rapoport, Ruggs was cut or suffered a puncture, but the rookie wide receiver is "OK," and the wound isn't severe. Per Vic Tafur of The Athletic, the Raiders also released a statement regarding the matter: "The Raiders are aware of a report regarding an off-field injury to Henry Ruggs III. Respecting Henry's right to medical privacy, the team will not be commenting on the report." Until the team is able to get on the field, the state of Ruggs' health likely will remain unknown.

    Published: Mon, Jun 1 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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