Third round underway
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Sunday, April 26th, 2009 at 7:12 am in Oakland Raiders.
The New York Jets opened the third round of the draft selecting Iowa running back Shonn Greene, trading three later draft picks to the Detroit Lions for the right to make the selection at No. 65.
The Raiders are scheduled to pick at No. 31.
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April 26th, 2009 at 7:14 am
plz Al..no crazy stuff…draft defence
April 26th, 2009 at 7:17 am
i’d like to see Gilbert or Meridith
April 26th, 2009 at 7:17 am
DE–Fence boom boom DE-FENCE
April 26th, 2009 at 7:17 am
anyone know who’s the fastest guy left on the board?
April 26th, 2009 at 7:18 am
Ingram, Cook, Nelson at TE is next folks.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:19 am
Stupid Mayock just admitted he never saw film on Mitchell….HOw the FK do you comment on a guy that you never saw tape on? How can you rate a guy a 7th round when you dont watch his tape? What a dumb FK!
April 26th, 2009 at 7:22 am
Alisgod Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:19 am
Stupid Mayock just admitted he never saw film on Mitchell….HOw the FK do you comment on a guy that you never saw tape on? How can you rate a guy a 7th round when you dont watch his tape? What a dumb FK!
i dont think he mitchell had tape… Cable and Davis watched the same youtube clip and made an evaluation off of that… i read an article online that his trainers marketed him (i’ll try to find the link)
April 26th, 2009 at 7:22 am
D-E-F-E-N-S-E
April 26th, 2009 at 7:23 am
And he just gave KC all the props for taking Jackson at 3 even though he admits he could have got him at 12.
Not so sure what the difference is between them taking Jackson and us taking DHB.
Oh yeah, we’re the team everyone loves to hate on.
But Pioli and Belechick can do no wrong.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Raiderrej Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:22 am
Alisgod Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:19 am
Stupid Mayock just admitted he never saw film on Mitchell….HOw the FK do you comment on a guy that you never saw tape on? How can you rate a guy a 7th round when you dont watch his tape? What a dumb FK!
i dont think he mitchell had tape… Cable and Davis watched the same youtube clip and made an evaluation off of that… i read an article online that his trainers marketed him (i’ll try to find the link)
http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/springfield-oh-sports/cincinnati-bengals/bengals-to-work-out-sleeper-safety-prospect-79516.html
April 26th, 2009 at 7:25 am
oh well no gillbert
April 26th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Chicago just paid us back for stealing their boy Mitchell by taking Gilbert.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:28 am
alisgod Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Chicago just paid us back for stealing their boy Mitchell by taking Gilbert.
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lol, I was thinking the same thing.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:29 am
People criticize DHBs lack of production at Maryland, but coming into the season, he was the nunber 2 rated WR in a lot of college preseason publications, including Phil Steeles. What people dont see is the fact that beside Maryland being a run first team and having a trash QB, DHB was often double, and yes, TRIPLE teamed. I never saw Crabtree triple teamed in the spread. Its the ACC, not the Big XII. Lets not forget, Calvin Johnson had a game where he was completely shut out his senior year at GT. Did this mean he wasnt productive? Of course not. Just means defenses knew who to focus on. Now think about that. If we can get teams to be forced to double DHB or focus extra attention on him, imagine what that does for the rest of our O. Its almost like how people say Reggie Bush isnt productive as a RB, but you better believe, without Bush as a decoy, the Saints offense wouldnt be nearly as effective, as evidenced by their lack of production in games where he was hurt. DHB is gonna do a lot for our O. Time to get over the fact that we didnt get “value” at the pick. Even if his numbers dont show it on paper next year, he is gonna open up our O a whole lot. As for Mitchell, forget about it. Hes a monster and if we didnt get him, the Bears would at 49, so F Mel Kipers Draft Guide. These are guys who are gonna work hard and contribute, even if not statistically while Crabtree is nursing his injury still and blaming his lack of separation from NFL cbs on someone else other than himself.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:30 am
anyone know who’s the fastest 40 guy left on the board? so i can youtube him… WTF.. honestly, ive never watched this much highlights on anyone player like i watch DHB…
April 26th, 2009 at 7:31 am
If he is their the pick has to be johsnon de?
April 26th, 2009 at 7:32 am
any predictions for the next pick?
i`d say Torrel Scott DT….
April 26th, 2009 at 7:32 am
Please Al, don’t blow it again.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:32 am
I’m nervous
April 26th, 2009 at 7:32 am
I think OT Jamon Meredith
April 26th, 2009 at 7:33 am
Just pick a freaking Lineman…
April 26th, 2009 at 7:33 am
Oliverthizz Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:29 am
People criticize DHBs lack of production at Maryland, but coming into the season, he was the nunber 2 rated WR in a lot of college preseason publications, including Phil Steeles. What people dont see is the fact that beside Maryland being a run first team and having a trash QB, DHB was often double, and yes, TRIPLE teamed.
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I really hope your right and Im wrong in this but DHB had 3 games where he didnt even touch the ball.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:34 am
Too bad. Johnson’s gone.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:34 am
just when I was starting to get some optimism about the Raiders and this upcoming season they go and have arguably one of the worst day ones Ive ever seen. Yesterday confirmed that this team well never be good until Al Davis dies.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:34 am
Michael Johnson please
April 26th, 2009 at 7:34 am
The Bengals are owning the draft this year. Smith, Rey, and now Johnson.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:35 am
Maybe even Lawrence Sidbury, DE Richmond
April 26th, 2009 at 7:36 am
morning nation
April 26th, 2009 at 7:36 am
Good DE
April 26th, 2009 at 7:37 am
Nooooo, why not Meredith!!!!
April 26th, 2009 at 7:37 am
LOL A DE with a bad knee, AL you are an idiot..
April 26th, 2009 at 7:37 am
mayock had him as a 6th rounder
April 26th, 2009 at 7:38 am
4 years to go, before we get a playoffs spot… pathetic
April 26th, 2009 at 7:38 am
this has got to be the worst Raider draft I’ve ever witnessed.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:39 am
Who did we pick??
April 26th, 2009 at 7:39 am
We are doomed.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:39 am
Matt Shaugnessy?
Not bad.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:40 am
RAider O
Shaughnessy, Matt DE 6′5″ 266 Wisconsin
April 26th, 2009 at 7:40 am
Raider O Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:37 am
Nooooo, why not Meredith!!!!
i thought Al promised Barnes not to draft Oline in the 1st.. not the entire draft???
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
SI had Shaughnessy ranked as a 3rd rounder – so he isn’t a ridiculous reach and, if he can stay healthy, he has some upside.
Guess that seals the Burgess trade?
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
Matt Shaughnessy (DE)
Analysis
Positives: Has the length to gain the edge off the line. Defeats cut blocks with his hands and presents trouble for quarterbacks trying to get a pass over his extended arms. Better than expected at holding his ground on running plays despite his build. Can rip off his man to get into the backfield or get off blocks to wrap up ballcarriers coming through the hole.
Negatives: Lacks explosion and doesn’t seem to beat any offensive tackle off the snap. Gets pushed aside by stronger right tackles when lined up on the right side, where he played as a junior due to a lack of team depth. Only adequate in changing direction when standing up, and takes time to accelerate, making it harder for him to corral quick players on the edge.
Compares To: JOHN ENGELBERGER, ex Denver — Shaughnessy needs to be in the right system, one in which he doesn’t have to worry about gap penetration and just play out on the edge. With that reach of his, combined with good leaping ability, he can create problems for shorter passers trying to get the ball over the defender’s head. He needs to add more bulk and improve his lower-body strength before he can contribute as part of a defensive rotation.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
Good morning Nation.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
The Bengals basically had the draft I wish we had.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
So another de who can’t stop the run.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Hay O i think it was a bad time to stop drinking….im going back to sniffing glue…because thats what are football team is doing in the war room
April 26th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Oh snap we got the next John Engelberger well here we come super bowl!
April 26th, 2009 at 7:42 am
POSITIVES: Athletic pass rusher who easily moves about the field. Plays with excellent pad level, knee bend, and works his hands throughout the action. Immediately locates the ball, collapses from the outside, defending the run and keeps his feet driving up the field on contact. Shows skill dropping off the line of scrimmage on zone blitzes, and makes a lot of athletic plays. Fast off the edge and shows ability in pursuit.
NEGATIVES: Easily blocked at the point or slowed up by a single lineman. Can be a liability against the run. Struggled as a senior after his injury during spring practice.
ANALYSIS: Shaughnessy is a tall, fast edge rusher who shows the ability to make a lot of plays behind the line of scrimmage. He offers growth potential and a good degree of upside for the next level if he remains healthy and gets his game back on track.
PROJECTION: Third Round
April 26th, 2009 at 7:42 am
we should ahve gone with Antoine Caldwell… why not upgrade our O-line, what good does it to have a guy like DHB when Russell is on his back?
April 26th, 2009 at 7:43 am
Cable said if shanghnessy played in Usc d he would have hade 20 sacks!
April 26th, 2009 at 7:43 am
He’s a big dude looking at his pic
April 26th, 2009 at 7:44 am
Raider Fan in NYC Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:41 am
The Bengals basically had the draft I wish we had.
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April 26th, 2009 at 7:45 am
Should have O-Line, I agree 100% La Milicia
April 26th, 2009 at 7:45 am
Meredith and Troy kropog better be there at 4th.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:45 am
theres a new posting
April 26th, 2009 at 7:46 am
I would mind having green Bays draft Raji and matthews
April 26th, 2009 at 7:46 am
Trade everyone!
Trade up for Meredith!
Then trade everyone else…
And trade up for Brinkley!
April 26th, 2009 at 7:47 am
# raiderrej Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:33 am
Oliverthizz Says:
April 26th, 2009 at 7:29 am
People criticize DHBs lack of production at Maryland, but coming into the season, he was the nunber 2 rated WR in a lot of college preseason publications, including Phil Steeles. What people dont see is the fact that beside Maryland being a run first team and having a trash QB, DHB was often double, and yes, TRIPLE teamed.
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I really hope your right and Im wrong in this but DHB had 3 games where he didnt even touch the ball.
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True, but you look at the game against Clemson. 0 catches, doubled the whole game, still had a 76 yd TD run. Also, look at the BC game. DHB was doubled all game, opened up the passing game. Turner passed for 360 yards to other receivers because BC was focused on DHB heavy. Maryland was a big underdog that game and almost won. DHB was a big factor, even without catches.
April 26th, 2009 at 7:51 am
I beleive the Raiders plan this offseason was to save money. Slow the F/A moves and draft player you can sign cheap. Players who didn’t think it was nessassary to hire an agent & were waiting for the rookie F/A period to do so. Maybe Al expects this is his last year and wants to do his best to make sure the Raiders have little or no chance of success when he is gone.
April 26th, 2009 at 9:53 pm
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April 27th, 2009 at 2:34 am
man i wish i could put a bad team on the field and get so many to actually pay only thing to get excited about is hoping your kicker doesn’t get a DUI this season , how can the raiders pass on crabtree???