Hola Killers of the O-Crew!,
Darth Raider is back in the Heezay,Ezay!!! Blow the whistle, son and RESET THE GAME!!!!!!!
Ok, enough with the hyphy banter..

Battle Journal 92806. The Bye week has come and gone….
Back to War.
The down time has been spent by healing, working out, revaluating Leadership, implementing new offensive schemes, looking at tape and reassuring the team that we WILL make the playoffs if everyone keeps on the same page from now until December!
That’s right, I STILL BELIEVE!!!!!!
DO YOU?
How is your Faith today, Oaktown Alliance?????????????
So that’s what happens, O-Town??!??!? You get hit in the mouth once or twice and you never even bother to get back up and continue to fight? Do you finish early in what you’ve started? You think the season is a bust already? You’d rather focus more on losing more money yet again to your simplistic Fantasy Football League toy enemy, rather than to come out to the big O and represent your beloved team???
I pity U, Bandwagon Beasts of the bay…
The Emperor can not deal with you unworthy, faithless clones soon enough …

Eh!!!, no matter. The Sith will STILL be there as always on the DARK SIDE.. with or without your pizza flip flopping support.
I sense you still think we’ll sink like R-2 in the ocean for the rest of the Season?
Keep believing that…
But… I’ll say once again…

don’t underestimate the force.

The balance of teams from strongest to weakest has still not been set, despite what you have read on ESPN sites. It’s not how you begin, it’s how you finish!!!!!

We must get back on the path of trying to find the mindset of a Team that CAN achieve Victory…
starting with a belief!
And through believing, comes preparation.

That mean’s doing whatever is necessary every week in order to strike hard and get back to smacking the Helmets off of the opponents brittle, skinny, little necks like Master Mace did to Jango Fett.
0-2 and everyone wants to hate on us like we were the worst thing in Oakland since that fire was set to McDonalds. (For what it’s worth..anyone know if that was the result of a victory or a loss?)
I never realized TWO GAMES was the end of the season. Does the league know??!?!
Wake up, Raider Fans. I’m sure you don’t tell your kid to hang up his cleats after his first TWO losses in pee wee league.
Your faith should not be any less enthusiastic. This IS your family as well….correct?

Let’s get back to what is important shall we?
The Cleveland Browns.
Charlie Frye is coming off a 298 yard passing game against one of the best defenses in the NFL and is hungrier than Jabba the Hutt at a KFC for a win. Braylon Edwards, Kellen Winslow and Dennis Northcutt have had exceptional games and all believe they can lock up a W after seeing the way we play against strong defenses.
I’m telling you now, Empire…their Defense will not be that strong. We must take advantage!!!!!
Regarding the Brown’s D, big Willie McGinest will be hunting for Walter’s head as well as an angry former Oakland Raider by the name of Ted “2 Tons of fun” Washington.

The Destroyer of the Jedi believes we should run all over this team as long as our blocking is improved. Andrew needs time to execute his magic. If the line FINALLY has the force with them, maybe we can finally see LaMont get more than a yard at a time…
Make it so.. Gallery, Jake, Barry, Kevin and Lang! I COMMAND YOU ONCE AGAIN!!!!!! FAIL ME THIS TIME AND I WILL HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO EXECUTE CONTROL OF YOUR BRAIN MATTER!
The Force can have a strong influence on the weak-minded.

This game is extra important to me since I personally had a tough time with some Brown fans back in the day, in that damn boring town of Cleveland..
Not so long ago, I visited with my honored brother, *DJ Lenay Y to see the Dark Sith’s name displayed in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Afterwards, I experienced first hand Hick rage, Hick fighting, Hick bickering, then followed by a Raiders beat down by a team they should of NEVER of beaten by…
So, suffice to say, I want to beat this team every time they step in our house.
We must protect this house!!!

Avenge the losses, my Raiders. Every single one of them this year. Not just for us die hard fans…

just do it for yourselves..

Get back on track..strike back and do what you do best…

Just win, Baby….

OR ELSE!!!

-DR

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yeah, shameless plug… but that’s family, son!

And the pain of the letter “L” saga continues…
for now.

So it appears our damaged Linemen did not improve since my last threat in destroying their Shaq-Crib like houses with my new Battle Station; the dreadful Death Star 3 ?!?!?
SO BE IT…I have no choice but to send the Oakland Raida Fett to kidnap each and every one of you so I can teach all of you how to block with the proper technique.. on second thought, you have TWO of the best blocking coaches in the Universe on our team!!!…what do YOU think is the problem, O-line??!?!?!!?!??!

I sense something…feelings….from each and every one of you….
feelings of darkness…mental anguish, uncertainty and instability.
Ahh, I see…..these feelings may be be the reasons why we are getting demolished on a weekly basis..

because you don’t quite yet BELIEVE you can block the best in the NFL.

You get beat once or twice and the feeling sticks.. it never really leaves the mind.. you get beat a third time and pretty soon the only block that’s occurring is a mental one.
Destroyer of the Jedi, How do you maintain balance and conquer once again, you all ask????
It’s more simple than you think, my Sith Apprentices..

Simply refocus..regather information and finally…
RELOAD for the battles that lie ahead.

Just focus on the 5 Facts of the Fearless Sith Lord:
Fact I: These are two of the best Defenses in the NFL. Move your way up through the chain of enemies before you get to the big, fat kills.
Fact II: You are all playing in somewhat new positions since last year.
Fact III: You are playing in a new system..no, not the Dagobah system…Dagobah system…Ben…
Fact IV: It takes time for a fairly new O line to COMPLETELY gel and execute the way you all wish to..
Fact V: It takes time for a new QB to adjust himself in getting the ball out quicker..ESPECIALLY from the average NFL Sophomore QB

Know and learn all of this now and you will soon deliver more pancakes than Denny’s on a Saturday morning shift in the future..

Now, the Master of the Sith knows there are no excuses for getting beat..but I do know this; preparation, field time and more reps adds more strength to a Lineman’s body, mind and soul… getting familiar with defenses leads to his path to progression.
In conclusion, you will all get better in time. Heal and reflect now..and release you anger later. You will get plenty of more chances to display your true talent. No more threats, just belief and confidence in all of you. The Force will be with you in October.

Andrew Walter; the new starting QB? You knew his chance was coming, Raider Nation. Despite what the Coach is saying (You don’t lose your job unless something really goes out of whack..) young Padawan, Master Shell IS considering you for a 1st string QB for the rest of the season depending on:
1) If you eliminate your turnover ratio
2) If you make the correct Audible adjustments
3) If your team works well with you
4) If you control your emotions…
5) If you win, damnit!

As you also know, the line’s progression is also key, so it’s time to have some faith!! I know there’s not a lot of it going around for obvious reasons, but positive thought turns into positive action in due time. Encourage them, A-Dub!

For what it’s worth Nation, I feel the injured Aaron Brooks has not made too many mistakes in the previous two games. Real Raider fans know the REAL problem is that the wall keeps leaking. It would be a great disrespect to call him a permanant #2 QB this early in the year, but until he get’s another chance…
it’s Drews turn.
The next game will be Walter’s chance to prove to all of us if he is AT LEAST worthy of challenging AB for the Starting QB position. Make the most of it, number 16. When I met you, you were but the learner…
try to be the Master..

Defense? there are too many compliments to give. Sack Sandwich Sapp,Captain Kirk, Lance, Ty the terrible, Fab, Huff,etc, etc…you deserve better and will get more from the Offense in time. Keep playing your arse’s off, savage Wookies and we all will have something to cheer about for ALL of our teams!

Special teams, after the 1st play, you were impressive as well. My force blocking is working…pats on the cape are not necessary, but appreciated..

till next time Dark Knights of the S and B..we will rise again….I promise you…
we will rise again…
-DR

Welcome to Hangover hell Hellions,
War Journal Entry 91106?
A bloody massacre would be putting it lightly..
being slowly digested in a Sarlaac pit would of been more enjoyable! Perhaps spending time in a small room; listening to a stuttering, idiot Republican Governor’s banter might be much more %$%## fun… also possibly burning your skin, walking on to a Bart rail, ..getting shot 3 times for being ignorant..

Enough!!!

The Dark lord of the Sith knew this team would be fierce!!. Maybe some of you have forgotten over the years, but trust me when I write:
The San Diego Chargers have the ability to stop the run and make your team one dimensional… and If your O Line happens to have an off day and can’t seem to cover all the blitzing that will most DEFINITELY transpire….
it’s your funeral, bub..
or should I say; OUR funeral…

Nation , remember Darth’s 1st rule of metal thumb: ” He who blocks the best, wins the West” and if we can not execute the proper technique taught from our Hall of Fame legendary Tackle, we will end up were all of the haters around the entire Universe envision us to be…dead last in the NFL.
I SAY THEE NAY!!!!
Jake, Barry,Paul, Langston and Robert..I know all of you are more capable than what we have seen. The Legends have told you about the “Push” and “Down hill running” force power you must master….
SO MASTER IT, DAMN YOU!
I understand this a great Defense and some of the play calling was weak, so I will avoid the Saber toss through your cold, black hearts..
but fail like this on me again and it just may be 4 the last time. (Trust me, you don’t want a Death Star hovering over your MTV crib..)
Do not underestimate the Force..

Defense? I find your lack of stopping the run disturbing… but you all still get a better grade than the Offense. 13-0 for 3 Quarters is still a game.
Special Teams? Chris Car and Shane? May the Force be with you, as always.

Jerry Porter? Stormtroopers will be gathering at your doorstep shortly. How dare you lack “paying attention” to your fellow teammates you have battled with over the years! THIS is how a Veteran responds to a Team dispute??!?!?.. By yapping with the Coaches from the Opposition? The only question I have for you now is; how will you be destroyed??!?!?!
Laser blast?
Perhaps frozen in carbonite.??
By yourself???
Either way I promise you, you will get yours, Leon. Keep smiling….these black boots were made for walking…
Emperor Davis, if you knew Porter potty would of still had trouble with the club, than why did we trade Doug Gabriel for a minor Draft pick? Sith Lord, I envy you..but there MUST be a logical explanation..the ENTIRE Nation wants to know.. WHY?????????????

The positives? This is obviously only one game, no one was injured AND Master Moss is still running hard. The game might of had a different outcome if a ref wasn’t careless in seeing what he thought he saw. Believe me, that WASN’T TAUNTING, Zebra… and #18 KNOWS taunting..
PLUS we will be better prepared next time for round 2.
Yes, I still believe we can beat any team, as long as we progress from the weak play of week one.
If you believe as I do; that winning comes from the mind, momentum and will, you shall hopefully agree with me…
Disagree? Call 1-800- SITHKILLU
Silver and Black…..let’s strike back..
-DR

It was the Night before the Oakland Raider season
and all was right
not a even a Mynock creature was stirring
before one of the biggest and best damn fights in sight..

Good Evening Raider-heads,
How goes your hopefully darkly, dreaded evening? How about them Ticket sales, eh? All I have to say is it’s about damn time, believers.

I sense happiness from many many Nerf Herders on this delightful eve of Revenge…
You laugh and mock the future opponent after their miserable, embarrassing performances; Oh KC, Denver…how the mighty have fallen…
Well, I believe that just makes this game more meaningful than you can possibly imagine…
it’s for 1st place, Sand People! Get ready!!!!!
Yes, I realize it’s still early. But you should know East bay Empire; he who makes an impact early, makes an impact on division and playoff races in the end.
Get ready for War.

Do not concern yourself that with the troubles that await Mr. Porter
(Although if If he could be turned, he would be a powerful ally…)

Do not be concerned with the lack of depth at offensive positions..

Do not be concerned with the youth on our vengeful Defense..

Do not be concerned with the speedy force of LT..
the elusive Gates…

Do be concerned on losing your voice, Giving the opposition hell and going nuts in the process..

I’m not sure how you feel, Minions, but this Sith Lord’s skin is boiling (No, not from that bastard Obi Wan leaving me stuck in lava)
My heart is rapidly beating like a Light speed capable engine..
My mind is constantly wandering on who and when to blitz..(Yes, at times I communicate through the force to Master Shell)

We haven’t beat this team in ages and payback is long overdue! Do you remember what this team did to our Master Jedi Moss? Do you you remember how this team disrespected us in the past few years? Do you remember how much of your hatred consumes your soul at the mere appearance of this division rival?
If not, then be glad I am here to remind you…

that payback shall one day be a bitch.

Newcomers to my 2nd home…
I am ready.
Ready are you? What know you of ready? For 10 years have I witnessed Jedi come and go. My own Empire will I keep on who is to be trained. A Coliseum Jedi must have the deepest commitment, the most serious mind and the loudest voice.. be prepared, stand on 3rd down, yell in general on Defense and be silent while our crafty Offense is at work.
Know all of this and you will be truly ready, oh Great Warriors of the yay.

Now get ready to release your anger. Only your hatred can destroy them….

-DR

Hola One Nation!,

Wipe them out….all of them. Ok, only the weak… and blessed are the tyranny of evil, which is my powerful team. No, that does not seem to be a valid statement either..
Danny Clark; you are still one of the strongest and you will be missed like a fallen Jedi Knight I’ve destroyed in the past. I hope there is a way of getting your great skill back on the squad for a more cap friendly figure. You put the hit on the enemy so hard, it knocked the clear spit out of them.. you tackled until they were badly bruised and did so with superb passion.
Doug Gabriel, the Sith Lord will miss those Predator like dreads, your exciting energy, the solid routes and your ability to break free from the opponent. I will also miss shouting your nickname after every grab: “DOUG..E..FRESH fresh fresh!” Good luck in Boston..that is, until we play you, my Minion.
The force tells me that the virus that is Jerry Porter had better of made peace with all he had a previous problem with, including the main man, Art Shell. Otherwise, there might be disturbance in the force at Wide Receiver. If we are going into war with Moss, Curry, Whitted, Morant and Mr.”I don’t believe in the system”, the Raiders will need every single burner capable of making plays when he needs to, ESPECIALLY AGAINST SAN DIEGO.
Jerry, we have tolerated your whining for so long, it seems to be routine. If you don’t make a positive statement to your team, it will damage both you and the Nation until the Dark Side has no choice but to throw baby bottles and used Diapers at you…possibly a red Lightsaber. Make peace with the situation and play hard or suffer the consequences…I command you!!!
4 million!!! You took 4 million from the Emperor in bonus money! You are quite lucky he didn’t fry you with that blue lightning power of his already…..maybe, in time…good luck on being a burnt hot dog in the future.
All of these disturbances are simply the Light side of the force trying to get our minds off the real enemy that awaits us on the Dark Side and in the Black Hole….the powerful Bolts. Raider Renegades, do not underestimate their gifted D and ability to blitz just about anyone from every angle. Shawne Merriman, Edwards and their fierce Secondary will be a very hard defensive team to beat.
Does the Force tell me we can beat them? Of Course it does. But it also tells me we can lose to them if we make too many mistakes as a team. (Yes, I said we..5th string DE..not listed)
To help, I suggest throwing out all of your pocket schedules you keep looking at (The force tells me you keep pointing out which team we could pull a victory against..) and focus on one task and one task only….

BEAT
THE $#$##@
BOLTS!!!!!!!! (reprise, until it sticks)

and get ready for furious hell to be raised in Oakland….
it’s go time, Soldiers.

Greetings, Dark sided Demons!,
How goes the start of your beloved Labor day weekend? So…that was a hell of a display of talent last night, eh?
The Red Hot Chili peppers, Missy, Jack Black….
Oh..you wanted me to comment on the game?
Sorry, I kept changing channels after I saw Vargas and He hate me run into a D line that resembled a brick wall for the 20th time.
..I did re-watch the game again..but.. could you believe the American Rejects won over Darth’s beloved Peppers for best video on the MTV Music Awards?!!? For damn shame!!!
Ok..let’s get back on track. IT’S PRE SEASON, Stormtroopers. Anyone that can take anything from that game can never really truly understand what kind of power our 2006 Oakland Raiders wield. The first Team played.. ok. Art did a great job in not putting the starters out there for too long. Hey, do you WANT to risk Moss with another injury? I thought not.
You know what, Nation? Sapp knows the real deal..

“We can’t hang out heads here in Seattle. We came up here, and they got in our a@@. Chalk it up, and let’s play ball now. We’ll get another shot at them when we come back, but it’s San Diego now.”

Lords bless the Hungry man endorser. He’s thinking exactly what the Master of the Sith thinks. Impressive… most impressive.
Let me just comment on the 1st half. Because we all know that Tui, Walter, poor man’s T.O (Porter), the 2nd team O line, the D (in general) and Huggie Bear Vargas should of played better. J.George should of just played…

Mike Huff; you had an open kill on the QB on a blitz and Hasslebutt side stepped you like a Toreador. Mike, if you want all of the children in the world to wear your jersey like the previous guys, I would suggest killing those who deserve to be killed. It’s all to easy, son…just do as Darth taught you…hit low and hit hard..stay on target too..

Nnamdi Asomugha; you’re killing me on the P.I’s.We could of stopped that TD drive if it wasn’t for your wandering hands on the oppositions back. You have the speed, just make the play for the ball. The force shall be with you next time.

Tyler Brayton; you were off your %$$ a@@. A loss for Shaun Alexander and a QB sack. You obviously had the power of the Dark side working for you. No thanks necessary.

Offense? We will get another chance at battling the Sea gals. And next time Brooks, Moss, Lamont, the 1st team D,etc. will all be prepared for an ENTIRE game. In this Sith’s opinion, it wasn’t bad seeing how our team responded against the former NFC Champions. Of course we have work to do, but I like what I’ve seen from the entire pre-season which is in a Silver and Black nutshell; PROMISING.

I still envision a team that wants to be competitive, wants to progress with every game and will bring back the passion back to the obsessed Oaktown. I know they’ll catch a few teams off guard if they think we’re they same team as last year…

LT, Gates, Rivers…I warn you not to underestimate us. The force has a funny way of striking back.

Everything is proceeding as I have forseen. We will take this team to a higher ground…

See u on the Dark Side.

DR