The Facts: Richardson’s fresh start with the Raiders has hit a snag. The running back has been placed on the non-football injury list to open camp. WR Rod Streater was also placed on the NFI list while kick returner Trindon Holliday was placed on the physically unable to perform list.

Diehards Line:The Raiders didn’t disclose an injury, but it’s possible that Richardson failed to pass the team’s conditioning test or has some issue that kept him from taking it. As PFT reminded readers, OL coach Mike Tice said earlier in the offseason that Richardson’s “quickness came around” during the team’s spring work, but Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle reported earlier this week that “whispers” around the team were that Richardson’s attempt to bounce back from his dismal stint with the Colts “is not going so well.” When he’s activated, Richardson will be competing with Latavius Murray and Roy Helu for snaps in the backfield and/or a roster spot.