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Miller better with Gradkowski	Updated 11/26/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller had five catches for 73 yards Thursday at Dallas. He now has 10 catches for 138 yards and a touchdown in the past two games with Bruce Gradkowski starting for JaMarcus Russell.	Analysis: Miller is worth a flier in all leagues since he appears to be playing better with a more consistent QB. He has a tough matchup in Week 13 at the Steelers, but consider Miller a low-end No. 1 Fantasy option.

Miller solid play in Dallas	Updated 11/24/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller has never faced the Cowboys before but will do so in Dallas on Thanksgiving in Week 12. Miller caught five passes for 65 yards and a touchdown during the Week 11 game against Cincinnati last weekend. He's averaging 56 yards receiving per game over his last five games and that includes a 139-yard performance with a score against Philadelphia.	Analysis: The Cowboys are not exceptionally good against the pass and Miller has been very good of late. In fact, he's been the best receiver the Raiders have to offer to Fantasy owners. For that reason, consider Miller a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy option for Week 12 on Thursday.

Miller leads Raiders in receiving	Updated 11/22/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller was the Raiders’ top receiver on Sunday in a Week 11 win over the Bengals. Miller caught five passes in the game, gaining a total of 65 yards and scoring a touchdown in the second quarter. It was Miller’s second touchdown reception of the season.	Analysis: Miller is one of the top receiving threats on a team that has struggled to throw the ball all season. However, Miller’s fortunes may have turned a bit with Bruce Gradkowski starting Week 11 instead of JaMarcus Russell. Think of Miller as a No. 2 Fantasy option for Week 12 at Dallas on Thanksgiving.

Miller catches one pass Week 10	Updated 11/16/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller caught only one pass on Sunday in a Week 10 loss to the Chiefs. He gained 9 yards on the catch. It was his worst performance since getting shut out Week 2 by the same team.	Analysis: Miller was thought to be a solid option in Week 10 because of the Chiefs’ tendency to allow TEs to have big games. He didn’t come through however as Kansas City limited him to just one catch in the teams’ two games this year. The Chiefs face a below average pass defense against Cincinnati in Week 11 but Miller can’t be thought of as more than a No. 2 Fantasy option.

Z. Miller to make catch vs. Chiefs?	Updated 11/12/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: In his first meeting with the Chiefs earlier this season, Raiders TE Zach Miller failed to catch a pass. The division rivals meet again in Week 10. Kansas City ranks 30th against the pass and have allowed five catches and over 50 yards to two of the last three TEs they've faced.	Analysis: Considering how bad the Oakland offense is, Miller has played pretty well this season for the most part. Hopefully JaMarcus Russell looks Miller's way early and often on Sunday, but you can't predict anything too positive from Russell, so just think of Miller as a No. 2 Fantasy TE for Week 10.

Miller leads Raiders with 52 yards	Updated 11/2/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller led the team with five catches and 52 receiving yards Week 8 at San Diego. He had only two catches for 15 yards last week.	Analysis: Miller had six catches for 139 yards two weeks ago and is one of the few Raiders players who can make an impact in Fantasy. He's more like a No. 2 Fantasy TE than a No. 1 since the Raiders have such a poor passing attack, but if you get in a pinch, you could do a lot worse than him off the waiver wire. The Raiders have a bye in Week 9 before hosting the Chiefs in Week 10.

Raiders list inactives for Week 8	Updated 11/1/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Raiders' list of inactives for Week 8 at San Diego includes LB Ricky Brown, WR Chaz Schilens, TE Tony Stewart, WR Nick Miller and QB Charlie Frye.	Analysis: None of these players ever does enough statistically to matter in Fantasy. Leave them all on waivers.

Miller has major letdown Week 7	Updated 10/25/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had a big letdown in Week 7 against the Jets after a standout performance in Week 6 against the Eagles. Miller, who totaled 139 receiving yards in Week 6, managed just two catches for 15 yards against New York. Miller was targeted just three times in the game.	Analysis: It didn't help Miller's cause that starting quarterback JaMarcus Russell was benched in the second quarter for poor performance. Miller is Russell's favorite target and that usually makes him one of the most productive Raiders' receivers. Russell is going to be back under center in Week 8 against the Chargers and that's good news for Miller, who has a great history against San Diego. Consider starting Miller in Week 8. He has 19 catches for 255 yards and one touchdown in his last three games against San Diego.

Z. Miller goes 86 yards for score	Updated 10/18/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller, who had six receptions for 96 yards in the opener, topped that performance Week 6 against the Eagles. He scored on an 86-yard catch-and-run in the first quarter and finished with six catches for 139 yards.	Analysis: Miller is the only reliable receiving threat the Raiders have, which still isn't that exciting in Fantasy since the Raiders often have trouble topping 100 yards passing. He can suffice as a No. 1 TE in Fantasy if you drew the short stick at the position, but he's more like a No. 2 because of his inconsistency. The Raiders host the Jets in Week 7.

Miller decent against N.Y. Giants	Updated 10/11/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller led all Raiders receivers in Week 5 at the Giants with four catches for 69 yards. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report with a concussion.	Analysis: Miller clearly was not suffering any lingering effects of the concussion and was the only receiver who got open for the Raiders all afternoon. He was able to find some seams up the middle of the Giants' aggressive pass defense and was really the only productive Fantasy option on the Raiders (aside from Michael Bush, who scored a touchdown). Miller has had two productive games this season and both have come against aggressive defenses (San Diego and New York). Perhaps he could be in line for similar production in Week 6 against Philadelphia and could be worth starting as a low-end No. 1 tight end. He's a decent bye week or injury-replacement option.

Miller listed as active vs. Giants	Updated 10/11/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller was listed as active for Week 5 at the N.Y. Giants. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report with a concussion.	Analysis: The NFL takes concussions very seriously, so if Miller has been cleared to play it is because he is not feeling any after effects. We consider him a No. 2 TE option for Fantasy purposes this week.

Raiders expect Miller to be 'full-go'	Updated 10/8/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (concussion) was limited in practice Thursday, but coach Tom Cable said he's "much improved and should be full-go" on Friday.	Analysis: Miller still has to be cleared for contact. He would be considered a No. 2 Fantasy option if he's able to play and he'd likely be able to give it a go if he can practice Friday.

Miller not able to practice	Updated 10/7/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders starting TE Zach Miller, who suffered a concussion Sunday against Houston, didn't practice Wednesday. Tony Stewart, a nine-year veteran, is the backup and would start in Miller's place in Week 5 at the Giants.	Analysis: Keep an eye on Miller's health heading into the Giants game. He would be considered a No. 2 Fantasy option if he's able to play. Stewart should not be used in any leagues if he starts for the injured Miller.

Miller suffers concussion in Week 4	Updated 10/4/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Chiefs TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 33 yards in Week 4 at Houston. He was thrown to six times in the game. Raiders coach Tom Cable said after the game that he suffered a concussion.	Analysis: Miller's mediocre numbers were actually just one yard off the team lead in receptions on an afternoon when JaMarcus Russell threw for just 128 yards. He has had one good game this season, in Week 1 against San Diego when he finished with six catches for 96 yards. That was also Russell's most productive game. As a result of the team's erratic pass offense, Miller's numbers suffer. Until that changes, we don't view him as anything more than a No. 2 option. Expect him to be a question mark to play in Week 5 at the Giants due to the concussion.

Miller facing Texans pass defense	Updated 10/2/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller will face a non-division opponent in Week 4 at Houston. The Texans have allowed three passing touchdowns in three games, allowing 231.7 net passing yards per contest.	Analysis: The Texans pass defense has allowed four catches to two different tight ends this season and did allow Dustin Keller of the Jets to total 94 yards receiving in Week 1. However, they have not allowed a passing touchdown to a tight end and Miller's prospects of turning in a good game without a score are weak. We don't recommend him outside of leagues that require starting two tight ends.

Z. Miller gets only two catches	Updated 9/28/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller, who got shut out Week 2 against the Chiefs, had only two receptions for 17 yards Week 3 against the Broncos.	Analysis: Miller had six catches for 96 yards in Week 1, but the Raiders' passing game has looked awful since then. He's a good player, but if the quarterback can't get him the ball, it doesn't matter. He's just a No. 2 Fantasy option Week 4 at Houston.

Miller coming off dormant Week 2	Updated 9/26/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller caught six passes for 96 yards Week 1 against the Chargers but did not catch a single pass Week 2 at Kansas City. Heading into Week 3's game at home against Denver, he should be somewhere in between based on last season's games against the Broncos. In two games last season, Miller caught seven passes for 75 yards and no scores against Denver.	Analysis: Miller averaged 3.5 catches per game last season against Denver and we think he'll be right around that on Sunday for minimal yardage. He could, of course, break free or find the end zone but against a Denver secondary that has yet to allow a receiving touchdown this season, that seems unlikely. Treat Miller as a low-end No. 2 Fantasy option for Week 3.

Miller goes without catch	Updated 9/20/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller, who torched the Chargers in Week 1 with six catches for 96 yards, had no catches in Week 2 at Kansas City.	Analysis: Miller struggled as did all the Raiders in the passing game with QB JaMarcus Russell's poor play (7 of 24 passing, 109 yards). Look for Miller to play better in Week 3 against Denver. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy TE.

Z. Miller could thrive vs. Chiefs	Updated 9/18/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller, who opened his 2009 campaign with a nice 96-yard effort against the Chargers, will take on the Chiefs in Week 2. Kansas City allowed Ravens TE Todd Heap to go for 74 yards and a touchdown in Week 1.	Analysis: Miller is a nice emerging talent at the TE positio and is a solid sleeper option in all leagues at the moment. Feel free to start him as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE against the Chiefs.

Miller four yards shy of 100	Updated 9/15/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller proved to be Oakland's most productive option in the passing game during a Week 1 loss to the Chargers. He led the team with six catches for 96 yards. Miller caught every pass thrown his way, with his longest reception going for 30 yards. Only one of his catches went for less than 11 yards.	Analysis: Miller has become QB JaMarcus Russell's favorite target the last two seasons and it's not hard to see why. Miller is a sure-handed tight end that can stretch the field. The Raiders' passing game is still nothing to clamor about, but Miller is going to get his catches and could be a No. 1 Fantasy TE by season's end. The Raiders play the Chiefs in Week 2. Miller had seven catches for 103 yards in two games against the Chiefs last season.

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TE Miller comes alive for Raiders	Updated 8/29/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller is emerging as his team's best receiving option after coming down with five passes for 74 yards vs. the Saints. He has 90 yards this preseason on eight receptions, second best through three preseason games.	Analysis: Miller is the most reliable option for QB JaMarcus Russell, and we can't help but think he'll lean on him a lot this season considering the poor receivers on Oakland's roster. Think of Miller as a top-end No. 2 Fantasy TE with the potential to be a really good option in PPR leagues. Best of all, you can get him late since he's fairly under the radar while with the Raiders.

Miller hopes to improve	Updated 8/6/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller is getting fewer passes thrown his way than usual, but he said Thursday that's "definitely a good thing" because it means QB JaMarcus Russell is gaining trust in his young wide receivers. "If we have wideouts that (the other team) is scared of or has to pay attention to, that only opens me up more," said Miller, who caught 100 passes in his first two seasons.	Analysis: Miller has proven to be a good bye-week replacement for Fantasy owners, but he has the chance to be a starting option if he could score more touchdowns. He only has four touchdowns, which is why he should still be considered a No. 2 TE again coming into the year. If he starts out playing well, add him off the waiver wire.

Raiders counting on Miller	Updated 7/22/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Contra Costa Times reports Raiders TE Zach Miller, who had sports hernia surgery in the offseason, appears to have recovered nicely and should be full-go for training camp. With 56 receptions for 778 yards and a respectable 13.9 yards per catch average, Miller became the first Raiders TE since Ethan Horton in 1991 to catch 50 or more passes in a season. The Raiders would like Miller to become more of a threat in the red zone. Of Miller's 100 receptions in two years, only four have been four touchdowns, with just one last season. The report says Miller will remain JaMarcus Russell's most reliable receiver.	Analysis: The last part of that report is accurate, especially with Oakland's receiving corps this year. There's some potential there, but Miller is the best of the bunch. We like Miller as a strong No. 2 Fantasy option with the chance to be a starter if he can increase his touchdown total. He's worth a late-round pick in standard leagues.

Miller ready for training camp	Updated 6/19/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Contra Costa Times reports Raiders TE Zach Miller should be fine for training camp. The report says: "Don't worry about Zach Miller. Miller had sports hernia surgery in the offseason, but when he returned, he looked as good and as sure-handed as ever. He should catch 60-plus passes this season."	Analysis: This is a good sign, and we want to see Miller at 100 percent for training camp. He should be drafted as a No. 2 Fantasy option, but he has the chance to be a No. 1 TE this year. Take him with a late-round pick as long as he's healthy.

Miller back at practice	Updated 6/4/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Press Democrat reports Raiders TE Zach Miller (hernia) returned to OTA workouts on Wednesday. Miller had the hernia operation in May.	Analysis: This sounds like a good sign for Miller to be ready for the start of training camp. Miller should be considered a No. 2 Fantasy TE, and he's worth a late-round pick in all leagues.

Miller has herina surgery	Updated 5/11/2009
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Contra Costa Times reports Raiders TE Zach Miller had offseason sports hernia surgery and is probably about a month away from taking the field, he said following a mini-camp practice at the beginning of May.	Analysis: It sounds like Miller should be ready for the start of training camp, but this is an injury worth keeping an eye on since Miller has the chance to be a low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE. Hopefully he will be OK and not suffer any setbacks. Last year, Miller had 56 catches for 778 yards and one touchdown.

Miller held to two catches	Updated 12/28/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had two catches for 34 yards in a Week 17 win at Tampa Bay.	Analysis: Miller caught just one touchdown in 2008, which disappointed his many Fantasy owners. He has the talent to be a No. 1 Fantasy TE, but is stuck in a bad situation in Oakland. Consider him a No. 2 option in 2009.

Miller plays, leads Raiders in receiving	Updated 12/21/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had the most yards receiving on the Raiders Week 16 against Houston with 70 yards on four catches with a long of 22 yards. That is about what Miller has been producing lately.	Analysis: Miller isn't getting touchdown catches to the chagrin of his Fantasy owners. He is usually between 40 and 70 yards receiving, but has scored only one touchdown the entire season. He is a low-end No. 1 option at TE for Week 17 against the Buccaneers.

Miller probable for Week 16	Updated 12/18/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (shoulder) went through limited practice reps this week as the team prepares for Week 16 vs. Houston. Miller caught five passes for 60 yards during a Week 15 game against New England.	Analysis: Miller has totaled 40 or more yards in six straight games and 60 or more in four of his last five. He is pretty much Oakland's top receiving target, but has just one touchdown this season. Consider him a low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE Week 16.

Miller limited on Wednesday	Updated 12/17/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: TE Zach Miller was limited in practice on Wednesday with a shoulder injury as the Raiders prepare to host the Houston Texans. Miller left Week 15's game against the Patriots with the injury.	Analysis: Miller is probably the most worthwhile offensive player in Fantasy on the Raiders roster. That said, he's still not more than a low-end No. 1 Fantasy tight end, and even that is a stretch.

Miller leads Raiders with five catches	Updated 12/14/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: TE Zach Miller led the Raiders in receptions with five catches for 60 yards on Sunday in Week 15 against the Patriots. His longest grab went for 23 yards.	Analysis: Miller is one of Russell's favorite targets. If someone else was throwing him the ball, we could be talking about one of the best TEs in the league. For now, consider him a low-end No. 1 Fantasy tight end.

Miller better in second year	Updated 12/9/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Times-Standard in Northern California reports that Raiders TE Zach Miller continues to validate his second-round selection by the team two years ago. Miller has caught 45 passes for 614 yards in 13 games this season. He has already eclipsed his rookie catch total of 44 last season. He still has three games to go, starting with Week 15 against New England.	Analysis: Just imagine what Miller can do if he had an accurate quarterback throwing to him. Consider Miller a low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE in Week 15 against the Patriots.

Miller goes for 64 yards Week 14	Updated 12/5/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller caught eight passes for 64 yards in Week 14's drubbing at the hands of the San Diego Chargers on Thursday night. Miller was just about the only Raiders player do anything worth of Fantasy consideration. He did leave the game temporarily just before halftime but returned to start the second half.	Analysis: Miller is obviously the only Raiders receiver to be counted on. He'll give you 3-6 catches per game with anywhere from 30 to about 80 yards. He won't often go over 100 as a tight end and he's got just one touchdown grab all season. The Raiders passing game is pitiful and that makes Miller just a No. 2 Fantasy option heading into Week 15 vs. the Patriots.

Miller starting in Week 14's game	Updated 12/4/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller (groin) is active and starting in Week 14 at San Diego.	Analysis: Miller has managed 40 or more yards in four straight games and has pretty much developed into JaMarcus Russell's favorite target, something we thought would happen earlier in the season. However, since he has only one touchdown in 2008, you should view him as a No. 2 Fantasy TE. His stats could see a bump since the Bolts are leaky against the pass and Russell is sure to be throwing on them.

Looks like Z. Miller will play	Updated 12/3/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller (groin) was able to practice in full on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for Thursday's Week 14 game against the Chargers. Miller is expected to start and challenge the league's worst pass defense. He was limited in Monday's practice.	Analysis: Miller has managed 40 or more yards in four straight games and has pretty much developed into JaMarcus Russell's favorite target, something we thought would happen earlier in the season. However, since he has only one touchdown in 2008, you should view him as a No. 2 Fantasy TE. His stats could see a bump since the Bolts are leaky against the pass and Russell is sure to be throwing on them.

Miller gets full work in Tuesday	Updated 12/2/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller (groin) was able to practice in full on Tuesday in preparation for Thursday's Week 14 game against the Chargers. Miller is expected to play in the game after practicing in full.	Analysis: Miller has managed 40 or more yards in four straight games and has pretty much developed into JaMarcus Russell's favorite target. However, since he has only one touchdown in 2008, you should view him as a No. 2 Fantasy TE. Keep an eye on his progress throughout the week, but he'll likely play against the Chargers.

Groin still an issue for TE Miller	Updated 12/1/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (groin) remained limited in practice Monday as the team prepares for Week 14 against the Chargers. He played with the same injury in Week 13 and caught five passes for 79 yards.	Analysis: Miller has managed 40 or more yards in four straight games and has pretty much developed into JaMarcus Russell's favorite target. However, since he has only one touchdown in 2008, you should view him as a No. 2 Fantasy TE. Keep an eye on his progress throughout the week, but he'll likely play against the Chargers.

Miller catches 5-of-12 passes Week 13	Updated 11/30/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had a team-high five catches for 79 yards during a Week 13 loss to the Chiefs. He was targeted 12 times in the game and his longest catch went 28 yards. Miller was held without a touchdown for the eighth straight game.	Analysis: Miller has managed 40 or more yards for four straight games and has pretty much developed into JaMarcus Russell's favorite target. However, since he has only one touchdown in 2008, view Miller as a No. 2 Fantasy TE. He might be worth starting Week 14 against the Chargers since San Diego has had trouble stopping tight ends. Miller had five catches for 95 yards and one touchdown against San Diego in his first matchup this season.

Miller in lineup against K.C.	Updated 11/30/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (groin) is active and expected to start Week 13 vs. Kansas City despite being listed as questionable on the injury report. He took limited practice reps all week.	Analysis: Miller has yet to miss a game this season and even caught three passes Week 12 against Denver. However, he has just one touchdown and has managed more than 10 Fantasy points just once this season. Miller is at best a No. 2 Fantasy TE when healthy.

Miller questionable after limited reps	Updated 11/28/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (groin) is listed as questionable for Week 13 vs. Kansas City. He took limited practice reps all week.	Analysis: Miller has yet to miss a game this season and even caught three passes Week 12 against Denver. However, he has just one touchdown and has managed more than 10 Fantasy points just once this season. Miller is at best a No. 2 Fantasy TE when healthy. Follow his situation up until inactives.

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Z. Miller likely to play Week 13	Updated 11/26/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller (groin) was limited in practice Wednesday but is expected to play against the Chiefs in Week 13.	Analysis: Miller has made around three catches per game most of the season and he has just one touchdown all season. He's more of a No. 2 Fantasy TE than a No. 1.

Miller makes three catches	Updated 11/23/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 41 yards in Week 12 at Denver. He was thrown to three times in the game.	Analysis: Miller has made around three catches per game most of the season and he has just one touchdown all season. The Raiders pass offense is very limited and a secondary pass option within it is not a recommended Fantasy option outside of the deepest of leagues. The Raiders host the Chargers in Week 13.

Z. Miller tallies 67 yards	Updated 11/16/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught four passes for 67 yards in a Week 11 loss to the Dolphins.	Analysis: Miller has been picking up some decent yardage totals for TE recently, except for a nine-yard outing in Week 9, but he hasn't caught a touchdown in the last six contests. He remains only a emergency option best left for deeper formats in Week 12 at Denver.

Z. Miller again has modest showing	Updated 11/9/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 42 yards Week 10 against the Panthers and now has fewer than 50 yards receiving in three of his last five games.	Analysis: Miller seemed like an emerging Fantasy option when he had 95 yards on five catches in Week 4, but he has become inconsistent as the entire Raiders offense has struggled. Think of him as more of a No. 2 Fantasy option Week 11 at Miami.

Miller manages two catches	Updated 11/2/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller made two catches for nine yards in a Week 9 loss to the Falcons.	Analysis: The Raiders played one of the worst games in NFL history on Sunday and Miller paid the price. His value really lies as a No. 2 TE option or low-end bye-week replacement option heading into Week 10 vs. Carolina.

Miller good for 56 yards	Updated 10/26/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught two passes in Week 8 at Baltimore. One went for 31 yards and the other went for 25. He was targeted five times in the game.	Analysis: Miller isn't a game-breaking TE, but he has been putting up consistently decent numbers for someone at his position. Continue to think of him as a low-end No. 1 option for Week 9 vs. Atlanta.

Z. Miller has decent outing	Updated 10/19/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught four passes for 57 yards in a Week 7 win over the Jets.	Analysis: Miller isn't a game-breaking TE, but he has been putting up consistently decent numbers for someone at his position. Continue to think of him as a low-end No. 1 option at the Ravens in Week 8.

Miller leads Raiders in receiving	Updated 10/12/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Things were bad for Oakland in Week 6 against the Saints offensively. Tight end Zach Miller led the team in receiving with three catches for 46 yards.	Analysis: Consider Miller a low-end starting option in most leagues, though he is worth owning on the chance he becomes a regular outlet for QB JaMarcus Russell. The Raiders host the Jets in Week 7 and Miller is worth starting in most Fantasy leagues as Oakland's best receiving option.

Miller to break out vs. Saints?	Updated 10/7/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Might Raiders TE Zach Miller be a key figure in the team's offense in Week 6 when Oakland plays at New Orleans? Last week, Vikings TE Visanthe Shiancoe had a quality outing with a touchdown against the Saints, and the Saints are coming off a bye week. The Raiders' offense spent the bye week reinventing itself as new play caller Greg Knapp took over. The club is expected to throw a bit more starting this week.	Analysis: The Saints rank 27th vs. the pass and are giving up an average of 244.6 yards per game with seven passing scores allowed. With no other Raiders players making a dent statistically, Miller's window of opportunity to be a Fantasy asset is open. Consider him a low-end starting option in most leagues, though he is worth owning on the chance he becomes a regular outlet for QB JaMarcus Russell.

Miller loves playing San Diego	Updated 9/28/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller totaled a career-high 95 yards on five catches during a Week 4 loss against the Chargers. Miller, who was targeted eight times, hauled in a 63-yard touchdown on a catch-and-run. Two of his career five touchdowns have come against the Chargers.	Analysis: Miller had a career-high eight catches in a game against San Diego last season and totaled 101 yards in two outings. He seems to find the gaps against San Diego and QB JaMarcus Russell gets him the ball against San Diego. The two are developing a good rapport and Miller might end up being a sleeper start Week 6 against the Saints, after the Raiders come off their bye Week 5.

No catches for TE Miller	Updated 9/21/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller didn't record a single stat despite starting at Buffalo in Week 3. He was targeted twice by QB JaMarcus Russell.	Analysis: Miller has 58 yards on six catches on the season. He's usable as a bye-week replacement tight end, but his lack of consistent play has put him out of favor with Fantasy owners. Keep him off of rosters unless you need him to supplant your starter who might be on bye. The Raiders host the Chargers in Week 4.

Miller has six catches in 2 games	Updated 9/14/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught both the passes thrown his way Week 2 against the Chiefs and totaled 24 yards. Miller has six catches for 58 yards through the first two games.	Analysis: Miller has been one of JaMarcus Russell's favorite targets through the first two games and that's normal for a new starting QB to lean on his tight end for help. However, Miller is not going to post major stats until Russell, who went 6-for-17 Week 2, starts getting more comfortable. Miller is at best a No. 2 Fantasy TE heading into Week 3 against the Bills.

Miller has four-catch opener	Updated 9/9/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had a team-high four catches for 34 yards during a Week 1 loss to the Broncos. He failed to catch just two of the six passes thrown his way by QB JaMarcus Russell. His longest reception went for 21 yards.	Analysis: Miller was a pass-catching wonder during his days at Arizona State and the Raiders hope he develops into a nice option for Russell. He still has some work to do, but there is potential with Miller. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy TE heading into Week 2 against the Chiefs. Miller had eight catches for 86 yards in two games against Kansas City last season.

Miller catches two balls in loss	Updated 8/24/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught two balls for 16 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to the Cardinals.	Analysis: Miller might be a nice red-zone target for JaMarcus Russell this season, but he's still not expected to take the leap to the top-12 Fantasy TE tier. He's a No. 2 option worth a late-round pick in deeper drafts.

Miller hauls in 10-yard TD	Updated 8/16/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught the only touchdown from starting QB JaMarcus Russell during Friday's preseason game against the Titans. Russell scrambled to the left away from All-Pro defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth and fired a 10-yard touchdown pass to Miller past Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck at the start of the second quarter for a 7-0 lead. Russell said he had fun, especially with a reliable target like Miller. "As long as I put it in his vicinity, he's going to catch it," Russell said.	Analysis: Miller finished the game with a game-high four catches for 48 yards. He also had a 22-yard reception in the game. Miller finished his rookie season with an eight-catch, 84-yard performance against the Chargers and displayed the type of potential he brings to the table. We like Miller as a solid receiving tight end, but the Raiders like him better for his versatility. He might be a nice red-zone target for Russell this season, but he's still not expected to take the leap to the top-12 Fantasy TE tier. He's a No. 2 option worth a late-round pick in deeper drafts.

Z. Miller might block more	Updated 8/13/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Zach Miller not only proved to be a steady downfield threat, setting a franchise record for rookie tight ends, but the second-year player also developed into Oakland's best blocking tight end. That he didn't put up better numbers was a result of the Raiders needing to capitalize on his blocking, a predicament Miller finds himself in once again as Oakland transitions to the Russell era. Miller caught 44 passes for 444 yards and three touchdowns in 2007, tops among all NFL rookie tight ends. "If we had been a different team last year with the ability to pass protect better I think he would have had 60, 65 catches," coach Lane Kiffin said. "But we kept him in so many times in pass protection to help protect with our tackles that he wasn't able to get out as much as we'd like him to. It's just unfortunate for Zach as far as numbers go because of that situation."	Analysis: We like Miller as a solid receiving tight end, but the Raiders like him better for his versatility. He might be a nice red-zone target for JaMarcus Russell to target this season, but he's still not expected to take the leap to the top-12 Fantasy TE tier. He's a No. 2 option worth a late-round pick in deeper drafts.

TE Miller plays well as rookie	Updated 2/14/2008
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller played well in 2007. He finished the year with 44 catches for 444 yards and three touchdowns.	Analysis: Despite having three different QBs throwing him the ball -- Daunte Culpepper, Josh McCown and JaMarcus Russell -- Miller put up decent stats for a rookie tight end. Look for him to continue improving in 2008 with Russell as the full-time starter. He should be considered a No. 2 Fantasy tight end to start the year with the chance to see his value rise.

Z. Miller ends nice rookie season	Updated 12/30/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller capped off a nice rookie season Sunday with his best performance as an NFL player. Miller, out of Arizona State, caught eight passes for 84 yards to lead all receivers in Oakland's 30-17 loss to the Chargers in Week 17.	Analysis: Despite having three different QBs throwing him the ball and blocking for three different RBs in his rookie season, Miller lived up to his second-round pick in 2007 with a decent campaign for even a seasoned TE. If JaMarcus Russell can continue to use him as a reliable WR in 2008, Miller will be a very intriguing pick in many drafts.

TE Miller catches touchdown	Updated 12/23/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 27 yards including JaMarcus Russell's first NFL touchdown pass at Jacksonville in Week 16. Miller led the team in receptions and receiving yards.	Analysis: Despite the score, Miller isn't productive enough to warrant use in Fantasy play. Keep him benched in Week 17 when the Raiders host the Chargers.

Zach Miller comes back to reality	Updated 12/16/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: For the second straight game, Raiders TE Zach Miller caught only one pass Week 15 against the Colts. This time, it went for 12 yards.	Analysis: Miller, a rookie, put together four straight weeks with at least 30 yards receiving earlier this season, showing he has some potential for the future. For now, though, we'd recommend reserving him in Fantasy. The Raiders visit the Jaguars in Week 16.

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Z. Miller has one catch	Updated 12/9/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had one catch for 8 yards Sunday at Green Bay.	Analysis: Miller is a low-end TE and should not be used in Fantasy leagues in Week 15 against the Colts.

Z. Miller gets first Lambeau visit	Updated 12/7/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller heads to Lambeau Field for the first time in his young career in Week 14 and is coming off a game in which he caught his second NFL touchdown.	Analysis: The Packers pass defense isn't very good, but neither is the Raiders QB situation. Josh McCown did have a nice outing in Week 13 against the Broncos, but Green Bay has a much more aggressive defensive unit and will be looking to put McCown on his back as much as possible. Miller will likely get 2-4 catches for 30-40 yards, but he isn't worth starting in any league except those crazy ones that require two TEs.

TE Zach Miller catches touchdown	Updated 12/2/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 58 yards and a touchdown in Oakland's 34-20 win over the Broncos in Week 13.	Analysis: Miller now has two touchdowns in his young career, but doesn't get involved in the Oakland passing game enough to be worthy of Fantasy consideration at the moment. Leave him alone in Week 14 against the Packers.

TE Miller gets 38 yards	Updated 11/25/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had four catches for 38 yards with a fumble in Week 12 at Kansas City.	Analysis: Miller doesn't post enough stats to warrant use in standard Fantasy play. Keep him sidelined when he plays in Week 13 vs. Denver.

TE Miller with three catches	Updated 11/18/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller had three catches for 33 yards at Minnesota in Week 11.	Analysis: Miller doesn't post enough stats on a regular basis to warrant use in standard Fantasy play. Keep him sidelined when he plays at Kansas City in Week 12.

Miller leads Raiders in receiving	Updated 11/11/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught four passes for a team-high 43 yards during a Week 10 loss to the Bears. His longest gain went for 13 yards. The four catches made a career-high for the rookie in which he set Week 7 against the Chiefs.	Analysis: Miller has some long-term potential but isn't a reliable Fantasy option at this time. Consider him nothing more than a No. 2 Fantasy TE for Week 11 against the Vikings.

Miller held under five yards	Updated 11/4/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught one pass for three yards during a Week 9 loss to the Texans. The rookie has managed one or fewer catches in three games this season.	Analysis: Miller has some long-term potential but isn't a reliable Fantasy option at this time. Consider him nothing more than a No. 2 Fantasy TE for Week 10 against the Bears.

Nineteen yards for TE Miller	Updated 10/28/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: TE Zach Miller had two catches for 19 yards in Oakland's Week 8 loss at Tennessee.	Analysis: Miller has some long-term potential but isn't a reliable Fantasy option currently. Don't lean on him when he and the Raiders host the Texans in Week 9.

Zach Miller makes four catches	Updated 10/21/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller made four catches for 48 yards in Week 7 vs. Kansas City.	Analysis: Miller has plenty of upside, but he is only worth a look as a bye-week replacement for now. He's a No. 2 Fantasy tight end and should be used in that role for Week 8 at Tennessee.

Miller faces tough task in KC pass D	Updated 10/19/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught a touchdown pass in Week 6 against the Chargers, but will find little space against a Chiefs pass defense that ranks seventh in the league in yards allowed and has grabbed 19 interceptions in six games.	Analysis: With his difficult match-up, Miller is only worth consideration as an absolute last resort in Week 7.

TE Miller finds the end zone	Updated 10/15/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Zach Miller and John Madsen each started in a two tight end set in Week 6 at San Diego. While Madsen had no receptions or offensive stats, Miller finished with three grabs for 17 yards and a touchdown.	Analysis: Despite the score, Miller is only worth consideration as an absolute last resort in Week 7 against a Chiefs defense which is extremely tough against the pass.

TE Miller has no catches	Updated 9/30/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller had no catches Sunday against Miami.	Analysis: Oakland only attempted 12 passes Sunday against the Dolphins, and Miller didn't catch any of them. Look for him to bounce back in Week 6 against San Diego following Oakland's bye week.

Just one grab for TE Miller	Updated 9/23/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Zach Miller managed just one reception for 13 yards in Week 3 against the Browns.	Analysis: Miller has plenty of upside, but he is only worth a look as a reserve in weekly Fantasy leagues for Week 4 at Miami. He is a good looking keeper prospect in long-term formats, however.

Miller seeking first career TD	Updated 9/21/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Oakland TE Zach Miller started the season with six catches for 41 yards in two games against Denver and Detroit. With Cleveland allowing an NFL-high 10 passing touchdowns, Miller could be in line for his first trip to the end zone.	Analysis: Rookie Miller has been a nice surprise so far and the second-round pick will be drooling to get his chance against the weak Cleveland defense. Consider him a low-end No. 2 Fantasy TE this week, but a solid sleeper.

TE Miller has three receptions	Updated 9/17/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Zach Miller was good for three catches for 18 yards in an overtime loss in Week 2 at Denver.	Analysis: The Oakland passing game was expected to be subpar with either a less than 100 percent Josh McCown at quarterback or backup Daunte Culpepper. Miller remains an option in deeper Fantasy formats in Week 3 against a Cleveland defense which allowed 41 points at home in Week 2.

TE Miller nets 23 yards in debut	Updated 9/9/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Raiders TE Zach Miller caught three passes for 23 yards during a Week 1 loss to the Lions. His longest reception went for 11 yards.	Analysis: Miller had an average rookie debut Week 1. The ceiling is still high for the former Arizona State Sun Devil, but expect some inconsistency as a rookie. He is nothing more than a No. 2 Fantasy TE heading into Week 2 against the Broncos.

Miller expected to start for OAK	Updated 9/3/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: When the Oakland Raiders open the season next week against Detroit, only one of their first three draft picks will even be in uniform. With top pick JaMarcus Russell still holding out and third-rounder Quentin Moses getting cut, TE Zach Miller is the only one of the top three on the roster. Miller, a second-round pick, is in line to start the season opener Sunday against Detroit after showing good progress during training camps and the preseason. The TEs are expected to play a bigger role in coach Lane Kiffin's offense than they did in the past for the Raiders. Oakland hasn't had a TE catch more than 50 passes in a season since Ethan Horton had 53 in 1991. But with Kiffin emphasizing quicker passes, the tight ends and running backs should be a bigger part of the offense this season.	Analysis: Randal Williams' 28 catches last season led the team's tight ends, but he was released over the summer along with the second-leading receiver at the position, Courtney Anderson. The leading returning TE is second-year player John Madsen, an undrafted free agent who played receiver in college before making the switch in the pros. Miller should be better than all of those players. Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's worth a middle-round choice.

Rookie TE Miller gets another start	Updated 8/31/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: Rookie Zach Miller started at TE on Thursday for the Raiders against Seattle. He and John Madsen are competing for the starting spot. Miller didn't catch any passes. Madsen didn't play.	Analysis: Miller is expected to be the starting TE for the Raiders. Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice.

Rookie TE Miller should start	Updated 8/16/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Sports Xchange reports that Raiders TE Zach Miller has all but locked up a starting job and caught two passes for 17 yards against Arizona.	Analysis: No one else on the Raiders' roster is versatile or talented enough to take the job from him now. Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice. The Raiders cut veteran Courtney Anderson and that has cleared the way for Miller to inherit the job of Raiders No. 1 TE. Keep an eye on him.

TE Miller gets four TDs (in practice)	Updated 8/3/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Oakland Tribune reports that Raiders rookie TE Zach Miller made four touchdown catches in practice on Thursday. Two were diving grabs and one was a falling catch in the back of the end zone where he kept his feet in bounds. "He's great," coach Lane Kiffin said. "He's everything we thought, as far as a competitor, the way he works, the way he is in the classroom. He comes out here and rarely ever does he make a mental mistake. You've got to be careful because you're starting to feel like he's not a rookie, he's been here a long time. But we still have to make sure that we’re going through all the steps we would with another rookie."	Analysis: Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice. The Raiders cut veteran Courtney Anderson and that has cleared the way for Miller to inherit the job of Raiders No. 1 TE, which it looks like he's earning. Keep an eye on him.

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TE Miller joins Raider teammates	Updated 7/28/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Oakland Raiders signed second-round draft pick Zach Miller, leaving No. 1 overall pick JaMarcus Russell as the only player missing from training camp. Miller, a tight end from Arizona State, came to terms with the Raiders late Friday night and was on the field for the team's first two-a-day workouts the following morning. His signing comes two days after Oakland released veteran tight end Courtney Anderson. Terms of Miller's deal were not disclosed.	Analysis: Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice. The Raiders cut Anderson and that has cleared the way for Miller to inherit the job of Raiders No. 1 TE.

TE Miller remains unsigned	Updated 7/27/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: No. 1 overall draft pick JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders failed to agree on a contract before the start of training camp Friday, leaving the quarterback as a holdout from the team's first practice. Coach Lane Kiffin said Thursday that the team was making progress toward signing Russell to a deal but the two sides were unable to reach an agreement before the practice began Friday afternoon. Second-round pick Zach Miller, a tight end out of Arizona State, also missed the opening session of training camp.	Analysis: Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice. The Raiders cut Courtney Anderson on Thursday and that has cleared the way for Miller to inherit the job of Raiders No. 1 TE when he gets into camp.

Miller likely Raiders' starting TE	Updated 7/26/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Oakland Raiders cut tight end Courtney Anderson on Thursday as the team reported to its first training camp under new coach Lane Kiffin. The Raiders used their second-round pick in April's draft on Zach Miller, who should have a chance to earn the starting job during training camp. Oakland also signed free agents Fred Wakefield and Tony Stewart in the offseason. The Raiders signed defensive end Bill Swancutt, who was waived by Detroit earlier this week.	Analysis: Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice.

Raiders draft TE Miller	Updated 4/29/2007
Zach Miller, TE OAK
News: The Raiders drafted TE Zach Miller with their second-round choice in the 2007 NFL Draft. Miller is a big-bodied tight end who is a good receiving option though he may not be able to separate like the great tight ends can. Regardless, he will push for the starting job in Oakland and wind up being JaMarcus Russell's best friend in the short-area passing game for years to come.	Analysis: Miller should be considered with a late-round pick in seasonal Fantasy play as a No. 2 sleeper tight end. In keeper leagues he's still pretty much worth a late-round choice.

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