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Weight: 245 lbs
Height: 6' 1"
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Raiders running back Michael Bush said on his Twitter a...

Contra Costa Times

Sep 01, 2010 · 9:30 AM EDT

Raiders running back Michael Bush said on his Twitter account Tuesday he underwent surgery the previous day that included the insertion of screws in his left thumb to repair a fracture.

Bush even gave it a name. It’s a “Bennett fracture,” which perhaps is fitting since teammate Michael Bennett was the one helping him tie his shoes in the locker room Saturday night.

According to an orthopedics web site, treatment for a Bennett fracture includes surgery if the joint surface is out of position to properly align bone fragments.

Bush gave no time frame for his return.

Fantasy Impact:

Everything we've heard has sounded optimistic on Bush's return, possibly by week 1, although missing some game action is certainly possible. Darren McFadden will likely get a larger role as Bush is eased in as the eventual #1 starter with McFadden serving as a 3rd down/pass catching back.

Raider Notes: McFadden, Gradkowski

San Francisco Chronicle

Aug 30, 2010 · 9:54 AM EDT

With running back Michael Bush having thumb surgery Monday, the Raiders may have to turn to Darren McFadden more. In his first preseason action Saturday after coming back from a tight hamstring, McFadden had seven carries for nine yards against the 49ers.

Coach Tom Cable used the word "explosive."

"I saw explosive play, I saw a guy run hard and in between the tackles," Cable said. "You know, it's nice to get him back. You know it's good for him to get his first action. I've said all along that when he's healthy, I think he's very important to what we're trying to do."

McFadden had two catches for 16 yard and another for 24 yards called back because of an illegal formation penalty.

Gradkowski No. 2: Bruce Gradkowski's performance (14-for-22 for 202 yards and two touchdowns) was good enough to hold off any challenge from Kyle Boller for the backup quarterback job.

"He definitely showed himself well and strengthened our football team at the quarterback position," Cable said. "I think he is (the backup). I never said he wasn't."

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RB Michael Bush Will Have Surgery, Could Play Opening Day

Associated Press

Aug 29, 2010 · 10:46 PM EDT

Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush will undergo surgery on his broken left thumb Monday and could be back in time for the season opener.

Bush broke the thumb when he was hit on the hand by a helmet on his final carry Saturday night against San Francisco. Coach Tom Cable said Sunday there was a "good chance" Bush would be ready to play Sept. 12 in Tennessee and that he would likely not need a cast on the finger.

Bush led the team with 589 yards rushing last season and was expected to do even more this season now that Justin Fargas has been released. Bush and Darren McFadden will share the bulk of the running load this season, although both have now been hampered by injuries in the preseason.

Fantasy Impact:

If you still have a draft, Bush is relatively safe to take. Even if he's not available for the opener, this doesn't sound like an injury that will derail him for a long period of time.

Bruce Gradkowski solidified his backup quarterback spot...

Associated Press

Aug 29, 2010 · 12:26 PM EDT

Bruce Gradkowski solidified his backup quarterback spot for the Oakland Raiders with a steady showing as the Raiders lost 28-24 to their Bay Area rivals, the San Francisco 49ers.

Gradkowski threw for 202 yards and two touchdowns after Jason Campbell left with an injury. He did not play in the first two exhibition games because of a groin injury and was in danger of falling behind Kyle Boller on the depth chart. But he completed 14 of 22 passes and led Oakland to scores on his first three drives. He threw touchdown passes to Louis Murphy and Zach Miller and set up a 57-yard field goal by Sebastian Janikowski.

Before leaving Campbell got off to another strong start, completing four passes for 67 yards on an 81-yard touchdown drive. Darrius Heyward-Beyhad two of his three catches on the drive, fullback Marcel Reece had a 34-yard reception and Michael Bush scored on a 1-yard run.

Bush also left the game with a broken left thumb and does not know how serious it is. DT Desmond Bryant had an elbow injury.

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