Darren McFadden
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Position: RB
Jersey #: 20
Date of Birth: August 27, 1987
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 222 lbs
College: Arkansas
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2008 by OAK
First Team: OAK (2008)
Last Team: DAL (2017)
Running Back Stats
| Year | Team | Games | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | DAL | 1 | 1 | -2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0 |
| 2016 | DAL | 3 | 24 | 87 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 2015 | DAL | 16 | 239 | 1089 | 3 | 40 | 53 | 328 | 0 | 2 | 158 |
| 2014 | LV | 16 | 155 | 534 | 2 | 36 | 56 | 212 | 0 | 1 | 85 |
| 2013 | LV | 10 | 114 | 379 | 5 | 17 | 25 | 108 | 0 | 1 | 81 |
| 2012 | LV | 12 | 216 | 707 | 2 | 42 | 62 | 258 | 1 | 1 | 111 |
| 2011 | LV | 7 | 113 | 614 | 4 | 19 | 23 | 154 | 1 | 1 | 105 |
| 2010 | LV | 13 | 223 | 1157 | 7 | 47 | 61 | 507 | 3 | 2 | 220 |
| 2009 | LV | 12 | 104 | 356 | 1 | 21 | 36 | 245 | 0 | 3 | 60 |
| 2008 | LV | 13 | 113 | 499 | 4 | 29 | 29 | 285 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Darren McFadden - Career Overview
Date of Birth: August 27, 1987Position: Running Back (RB)
College: University of Arkansas
Professional Career
- Oakland Raiders (2008-2012)
- Drafted as the 4th overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft.
- Had a breakout season in 2010, rushing for 1,157 yards and 7 touchdowns.
- Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week in Week 7 of the 2010 season.
- Recorded a career-high 164 rushing yards in a single game against the New York Jets on October 2, 2011.
- Dallas Cowboys (2015-2017)
- Signed with the Cowboys in 2015, providing veteran depth to the running back position.
- Played a role in the team's successful run game during the 2016 season, contributing to the team's playoff push.
- Had a notable performance in 2016, rushing for 1,089 yards and scoring 3 touchdowns over three seasons with the Cowboys.
Highlights & Accomplishments
- Two-time First-Team All-SEC selection (2006, 2007) while at Arkansas.
- Won the Doak Walker Award in 2006, recognizing him as the nation's top running back.
- Member of the 2008 College Football All-America Team.
- Recognized for his speed, power, and ability to break tackles, earning a reputation as a dynamic playmaker.
- Finished his NFL career with over 7,000 rushing yards and 40 total touchdowns.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from professional football, McFadden has remained involved in the sports community, engaging in various charitable activities and events.
Darren McFadden's career is marked by his explosive playing style and significant contributions to both the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys, making him a memorable player in NFL history.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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