Raiders select RB McFadden at No. 4

By Neal Coolong | Saturday, April 26, 2008 | ( 8 )

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The Oakland Raides selected Arkansas RB Darren McFadden with the No. 4 overall pick in Saturday's draft.

McFadden was widely regarded as the top running back in the draft after two dominating seasons in the SEC.

Commentary: McFadden joins a crowded backfield in Oakland, but his combination of size and speed will find him a spot on the field at some point.

Fantasy Impact: Judging by the success of Adrian Peterson and Marshawn Lynch, there's plenty of evidence to suggest McFadden could have a season around 1,200 yards and eight touchdowns. Assuming he gets past the other four RBs the Raiders have on their roster.

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	About Neal Coolong Neal Coolong is a freelance sports writer with contributions to Scout.com, AOL and Steelers Live. He lives with his fiance in St. Paul, Minn., and saves every dime (that she knows about) for their wedding next June. He's already made the prediction that the Steelers 2007 draft class will be one...
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	No.1 RaiderSensation	06:20 PM 04/26/2008

	Damn, it is eerily quiet on these boards. We should be excited that we have the best player in the draft.


	No.2	07:23 PM 04/26/2008

	Im happy ! Should help our passing game as well. Its a typical Big Al pick. Lets just hope he can pick up blitzes too :).......


	No.3	08:38 PM 04/26/2008

	I know you are happy RaiderSensation... I really hope that tomorrow provides the RAIDERS the type of players needed to add the...