Camp analysis: Special teams
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 at 9:05 am in Oakland Raiders.
Last in a series analyzing Raiders position groups with players reporting for camp today:
Projected specialists: PK Sebastian Janikowski, P Shane Lechler, PR Johnnie Lee Higgins, KR Justin Miller, LS Jon Condo. Core special teams players: LB Isaiah Ekejiuba, S Tyvon Branch, S Mike Mitchell, LB Jon Alston, TE Tony Stewart, LB Ricky Brown.
Easily the strongest three units on the team last year and the best all-around special teams play since the Raiders returned to Oakland in 1995. The Raiders not only made Lechler the highest-paid punter ever and Nnamdi Asomugha the highest-paid corner ever, but justifiably sank the most money ever into a pure special teams player in Ekejiuba. Higgins and Miller had two TDs each last year on returns. Looking forward to seeing the damage Mike Mitchell can do in this area until he gets up to speed in the secondary. You never hear from Condo, just a steady procession of good snaps and good mobility as in punt coverage. Seabass does what Seabass does. An extremely accurate kicker from 40 yards and in. Like all kickers, he falls off dramatically from long distance although he’s got more than enough leg. That was, however, supposed to be his specialty.
The key battle: Branch vs. Miller. With pretty much all key specialists virtually accounted for (other than roster jumbling positions on the line), it’s difficult to find one. Branch was considered a hard-running kickoff return specialist but never got a chance to show it because of a training camp injury and then a shoulder injury on one of his early returns.
What I think: John Fassel has some huge shoes to fill. Brian Schneider, who opted to become the special teams coordinator at USC rather than stay in the NFL with the Raiders, did the best job of any Raiders coach last season. They would have taken him back, too, even though he was one of Lane Kiffin’s guys. Fassel must work through vets like Ekejiuba and get the ear of this unit.
What could go wrong: Coverage units revert to erratic nature of previous years _ one big return per game. Huge momentum killers which have plagued the Raiders for five of the last six years.
Today’s updates
Will head to Napa later as players begin to trickle. Check here for posts if news breaks as well as my Twitter account.
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July 28th, 2009 at 9:08 am
Go Lechler. Go Shankikowsky!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:09 am
We do have a “special” team….
July 28th, 2009 at 9:11 am
PHAT CAT formation!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:12 am
How are you doing Oakglenn? You guys had some entertaining stuff in here last night.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:12 am
SnB,
The Bush situation will play itself out. If he is as good as a lot of us think he is, he will be on the field.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:16 am
jhill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:12 am
SnB,
The Bush situation will play itself out. If he is as good as a lot of us think he is, he will be on the field.
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Sure will. There are a few positions that will be worth watching.
Running Back
Wide Receiver
Free Safety
Strong Safety
Left Tackle
July 28th, 2009 at 9:18 am
When the time comes, can somebody post what Jerry twitters? It’s blocked here at work…
July 28th, 2009 at 9:19 am
Core special teams players: LB Isaiah Ekejiuba, S Tyvon Branch, S Mike Mitchell, LB Jon Alston, TE Tony Stewart, LB Ricky Brown.
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Sam Williams was pretty good on special teams last year.
Why is M&M pigeon holed as a depth/special teams guy by Jerry Mac?
July 28th, 2009 at 9:20 am
i expect everyone in here to be on their best behavior today…
BAH…HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA…
oh man, that was good…
July 28th, 2009 at 9:20 am
repost -
AZ: I’m sorry you got attacked for having a brain. They do the same to me. Get ready to serve them some crow on game days. Anybody who doesn’t think coaching makes a difference has #1 never watched football #2 never played football #3 has mental disability or #4 all of the above
good morning Dirty, Raider O, Jhill, etc
4eva returns! you’re the man. the AM crews misses you brother. We always save a seat for you in the diner
hope all is well
July 28th, 2009 at 9:24 am
The key battle: Branch vs. Miller. With pretty much all key specialists virtually accounted for (other than roster jumbling positions on the line), it’s difficult to find one. Branch was considered a hard-running kickoff return specialist but never got a chance to show it because of a training camp injury and then a shoulder injury on one of his early returns.
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Justin Miller = KR
JLH = PR
If we want another KR in case Miller gets hurt, Higgins can be that guy. If that’s not what Cable had in mind, leave Louis Rankin on the roster and part ways with Justin Fargas. I don’t want to see Tyvon Branch return kicks ever again. He’s the ST gunner and competition for Mitchell at SS.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:26 am
Justin Miller = KR
JLH = PR
If we want another KR in case Miller gets hurt, Higgins can be that guy. If that’s not what Cable had in mind, leave Louis Rankin on the roster and part ways with Justin Fargas. I don’t want to see Tyvon Branch return kicks ever again. He’s the ST gunner and competition for Mitchell at SS.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:28 am
What is the over/under on Jano’s weight when he gets to camp? 255? We got any LBs that big?
July 28th, 2009 at 9:28 am
RR,
I only expect that here LOL…
July 28th, 2009 at 9:29 am
Mornin RRS, and all …
July 28th, 2009 at 9:31 am
Damn, Tim Thomas is off the market….damn you Lamar!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:31 am
We do have a “special” team….
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Just like we’ve had a “special” Pres. 200-2008!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:35 am
thec!!!
Whats good brethran?!?!?
Good to see ya!!!
OVER is my awnser to post 12
July 28th, 2009 at 9:35 am
Blue M&Ms linked to reducing spine injury
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/07/28/spinal.injury.blue.dye/index.html
July 28th, 2009 at 9:35 am
Projected specialists: PK Sebastian Janikowski, P Shane Lechler, PR Johnnie Lee Higgins, KR Justin Miller, LS Jon Condo.
Core special teams players: LB Isaiah Ekejiuba, S Tyvon Branch, LB Jon Alston, TE Tony Stewart
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even without Brian Schneider, I expect our ST unit will be one of the league’s best. I removed Brown & Mitchell from Jerry’s list, because more than likely they will be starting on defense. Slade Norris & Darrick Brown will play a bigger role this season in this dept imo. Brandon Myers will too if Tony Stewart gets cut …
July 28th, 2009 at 9:36 am
even without Brian Schneider, I expect our ST unit will be one of the league’s best. I remove Brown & Mitchell from Jerry’s list, because more than likely they will be starting on defense. Slade Norris & Darrick Brown will play a bigger role this season in this dept imo. Brandon Myers will too if Tony Stewart gets cut …
July 28th, 2009 at 9:36 am
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:31 am
We do have a “special” team….
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Just like we’ve had a “special” Pres. 200-2008!!!
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Man, that must have been one old mthrfkn prez!!! We need term limits!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:37 am
SnB Defense Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:16 am
jhill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:12 am
SnB,
The Bush situation will play itself out. If he is as good as a lot of us think he is, he will be on the field.
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Sure will. There are a few positions that will be worth watching.
Running Back
Wide Receiver
Free Safety
Strong Safety
Left Tackle
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Add SLB, RT, DE, TE#2 and DT, plus Gallery’s replacement at LG
July 28th, 2009 at 9:41 am
Add SLB, RT, DE, TE#2 and DT, plus Gallery’s replacement at LG
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and QB, now that Southwick is in the mix …
July 28th, 2009 at 9:44 am
We need term limits!
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no kidding, GWB is older than Moses! Does that mean he was responsible for the Emancipation Proclamation?
too bad 2 terms is all you get. He would have won the third election again by a landslide!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:46 am
He would have won the third election again by a landslide!
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The only election he won was for Gov.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:49 am
The only election he won was for Gov.
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if thats true the only election Barack won was for community organizer …
July 28th, 2009 at 9:50 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:15 am
good morning Dirty, Raider O, Jhill, etc
4eva returns! you’re the man. the AM crews misses you brother. We always save a seat for you in the diner
hope all is well
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Mornin RR.
July 28th, 2009 at 9:51 am
delusional…
July 28th, 2009 at 9:51 am
ottocrat,
Yes I can bro up till 2pm
July 28th, 2009 at 9:53 am
for the first time in 8 years i don’t have to claim i’m from australia when i go to indonesia…
what’s up, mate !!!
July 28th, 2009 at 9:56 am
Pete, is that because GwB made it so hard to travel abroad?
July 28th, 2009 at 9:59 am
Jerry is twiiterpated it sounds like but he will be ok!!!
Jerrymcd
~First of many Twitter errors: deleted Morrison/Howard post _ they’ll be there today.
Jerrymcd
~Nnamdi on Vick: “Anytime there’s a criminal, or someone’s just gotten out of jail. Everyone says the Raiders are going to take him.”
Jerrymcd
Jeff George workout tape is turning heads, per PFT. The guy could still throw when he tried out here. Russell role model? Don’t think so
Rough start but he will get it down!! LOl
July 28th, 2009 at 10:00 am
4 anyone who missed it!!
bydavidwhite
Went on Chronicle Live last night w/Nnamdi Asomugha. http://csnbayarea.com/pages…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:00 am
Sorry RRS, I just can’t see GWB winning a 3rd term. Do you really think he could’ve road that terror campain to one more win? And by a landslide? Are we really that stupid?
July 28th, 2009 at 10:01 am
TW: at the end of the day you’re not going to be any more conservative and i’m not going to be any more liberal. I’m not sure why you and Kell bring up politics on a daily basis. it’s only a matter of time before the mod sweeps all these posts under the rug anyhow, so save yourself the carpal tunnel.
I’ll stick to my guns & religion. you stick to your save the environment rallies and PETA support groups. I’ll continue to tell kids to wait and have s3x after marriage, you’ll continue to hand out c0ndoms and give them directions to the ab0rtion clinic in case they forget …
thats just the way it is.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:03 am
Are we really that stupid?
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look who we elected in November. I’d say so!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:04 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:01 am
TW: at the end of the day you’re not going to be any more conservative and i’m not going to be any more liberal. I’m not sure why you and Kell bring up politics on a daily basis. it’s only a matter of time before the mod sweeps all these posts under the rug anyhow, so save yourself the carpal tunnel.
I’ll stick to my guns & religion. you stick to your save the environment rallies and PETA support groups. I’ll continue to tell kids to wait and have s3x after marriage, you’ll continue to hand out c0ndoms and give them directions to the ab0rtion clinic in case they forget …
thats just the way it is.
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And we’ll continue to pray for an IQ test to own a gun.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:05 am
As a gun loving, red/silver/black blooded American
July 28th, 2009 at 10:07 am
no, it’s because GWB was a gross embarrassment…
anti US attitudes previaled throughout the world, especially in predominantly muslim countries like indonesia…
by the way, i always admitted i was american… but it was embarrassing…
kind of like having a father who is the loudest loudmouth at the ballgame…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:08 am
Oak, what up Bro????? Went to a meeting, I have been lurking for the last several months now. Love the NATION passion from all posters…..
July 28th, 2009 at 10:10 am
wow, raiderrockstar…
you waited until you were married to have sex???
dang…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:10 am
And we’ll continue to pray for an IQ test to own a gun.
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False. “you people” are trying to take prayer, the bible, in God we trust, one nation under God, etc etc out of schools and anywhere else it should be
AZ: I know I know. 10 cents
when a democrat/liberal says “I’ll pray for you” it means “I’ll gossip about it later” haha
July 28th, 2009 at 10:11 am
cha ching !!!
every dime helps…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:12 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:03 am
I’ll stick to my guns & religion. you stick to your save the environment rallies and PETA support groups. I’ll continue to tell kids to wait and have s3x after marriage, you’ll continue to hand out c0ndoms and give them directions to the ab0rtion clinic in case they forget
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:01
I’m not sure why you and Kell bring up politics on a daily basis.
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????????????
July 28th, 2009 at 10:14 am
cha ching !!!
every dime helps…
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somebody has to pay for n0rco bob’s s3x change operation!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:16 am
sorry to drag your name in the mud Keller, but you do have a reputation for political talk on the football blog. do you not?
July 28th, 2009 at 10:17 am
football and politics go together…
like ice cream and gravy…
mmmmm, boy… i’ll take seconds !!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:18 am
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July 28th, 2009 at 10:21 am
like ice cream and gravy…
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here in Podunk that’s served in every kid’s happy meal!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:23 am
Kelly: you ever been to Podunk? you’d love it …
low gas prices, affordable housing, no crime, trees everywhere, green grass, churches everywhere, no pollution, less traffic, quality people, etc
July 28th, 2009 at 10:25 am
Did someone say icecream and gravy?
Lunch time!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:28 am
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:04 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:01 am
TW: at the end of the day you’re not going to be any more conservative and i’m not going to be any more liberal. I’m not sure why you and Kell bring up politics on a daily basis. it’s only a matter of time before the mod sweeps all these posts under the rug anyhow, so save yourself the carpal tunnel.
I’ll stick to my guns & religion. you stick to your save the environment rallies and PETA support groups. I’ll continue to tell kids to wait and have s3x after marriage, you’ll continue to hand out c0ndoms and give them directions to the ab0rtion clinic in case they forget …
thats just the way it is.
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And we’ll continue to pray for an IQ test to own a gun.
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How about an IQ test to be a parent??
July 28th, 2009 at 10:29 am
I’ve got family in Waco Texas. Yeah, I’ve been to Podunk. I can stay there 2 days at the most.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:30 am
low gas prices, affordable housing, no crime, trees everywhere, green grass, churches everywhere, no pollution, less traffic, quality people, etc
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LOL RRS!
LMFAO!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:30 am
So if Branch & Mitchell become the starting safeties will they be replaced on Special Teams and if so by who?
I know that Branch is considered by many to be a Special Teams ace and I would hate to lose that skill set on special teams. Also I think I would prefer to see Mitchell knocking people out over the middle than watching him be a gunner.
Has there ever been a team where both starting safeties were relied upon to be Special Teams stand outs as well?
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year. What would we do at the QB position?
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
B. start Southwick and become a playoff calibur football team
C. sign Mike Vick for 1 year $1 Million
July 28th, 2009 at 10:33 am
You people…
Hey Dirty,
Best idea i think that has ever been posted (The parent IQ test) LOL…
Now, onto the Raiders…
-A true fan
July 28th, 2009 at 10:34 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year.
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Oh yeah, you’re a HUGE Raider Fan.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:34 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year. What would we do at the QB position?
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
B. start Southwick and become a playoff calibur football team
C. sign Mike Vick for 1 year $1 Million
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D. Sign Derek Anderson afer he loses to Brady Quinn in the Beauty contest at Browns camp.
or….. C.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:35 am
…I mean A. Geez, AZ are you for real? LOL
July 28th, 2009 at 10:35 am
bring back Jeff George !!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:36 am
RaiderDogg Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:30 am
So if Branch & Mitchell become the starting safeties will they be replaced on Special Teams and if so by who?
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Eugene and Huff better buckle their chin straps
July 28th, 2009 at 10:37 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year. What would we do at the QB position?
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
B. start Southwick and become a playoff calibur football team
C. sign Mike Vick for 1 year $1 Million
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D. Prepare for 2010 Draft
July 28th, 2009 at 10:37 am
Oh yeah, you’re a HUGE Raider Fan.
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injuries are a part of the game Kelso. Ask Justin Fargas, Javon Walker or Derrick Burgess.
Russell got hurt last year, didn’t he? In fact he just had surgery this offseason …
Anything is possible!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:37 am
Fargas should be on special teams…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:37 am
AZ Raider Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:34 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year. What would we do at the QB position?
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
B. start Southwick and become a playoff calibur football team
C. sign Mike Vick for 1 year $1 Million
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D. Trade Justin Fargas stright across for Matt Cassel. We know they’d take him in a flash, ask anyone in here! LOL
July 28th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Our starting safeties will be Huff and Mitchell.
Branch will be our STs gunner, and get spot duty at S when Huff rotates to the R position.
Had dinner with Marshall and Cable last night, and they confirmed that tidbit for me.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:39 am
bring back Jeff George !!!!
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I think Jeff George & Mike Vick would be a nice pair of backup QB’s for Russell, but ever since we signed Jeff Garcia & Danny Southwick I think we’re alright in an emergency QB situation
July 28th, 2009 at 10:40 am
Trade Justin Fargas stright across for Matt Cassel. We know they’d take him in a flash, ask anyone in here!
Had dinner with Marshall and Cable last night, and they confirmed that tidbit for me.
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LOL. Very Nice fellas!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:41 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
False. “you people” are trying to take prayer, the bible, in God we trust, one nation under God, etc etc out of schools and anywhere else it should be
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Yell louder, the next best thing to being right! lol
July 28th, 2009 at 10:43 am
AZ: my sources tell me that we are going to trade Burgess & Walter to New England in exchange for Vince Wilfork and a conditional 2nd rounder if Burgess has more than 10 sacks
July 28th, 2009 at 10:43 am
RR,
I like Guns and religion, and I want my kids to wait till they are married to have sex.
I changed my mind!!! I wanna be a Rep!! lol
July 28th, 2009 at 10:43 am
jhill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Our starting safeties will be Huff and Mitchell.
Branch will be our STs gunner, and get spot duty at S when Huff rotates to the R position.
Had dinner with Marshall and Cable last night, and they confirmed that tidbit for me.”
Do you honestly think that Huff will keep his starting job? Maybe until Branch is up to speed. I like Huff but he hasn’t shown enough to warrant an automatic starting job. Huff will have to earn that job in camp.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:44 am
Wow, is it a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
Jeff George still has a cannon. Garcia will shred his arm by week #2 of Camp, if he gives it his all. Walter would actually have a better camp than Garcia, given the same reps.
Far from being a QB mentor for JaMarcus…Jeff George could be used as a human Juggs machine throughout Camp. Just keep pumping him power drinks instead of electricity. When the power drinks stop working, start pumping him with electricity.
There are NEVER enough arms in camp.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:45 am
jhill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Our starting safeties will be Huff and Mitchell.
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That would be great if it happened…and they actually earned it…redemption!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:46 am
Who ever yells louder 1st wins!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:47 am
Yell louder, the next best thing to being right!
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TW: I’m done with political talk. you can continue to give us all an education with quotes like these …
-Just like we’ve had a “special” Pres. 200-2008!!!
-The only election he won was for Gov.
-is that because GwB made it so hard to travel abroad?
thanks bro. you’re an asset to the team.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:48 am
jhill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Our starting safeties will be Huff and Mitchell.
Branch will be our STs gunner, and get spot duty at S when Huff rotates to the R position.
Had dinner with Marshall and Cable last night, and they confirmed that tidbit for me.
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oh, yeah???
well i had lunch with big Al and he says he will not allow the league to send more than 10 raiders to the pro-bowl this coming year…
whatdya think a that !!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:48 am
I like Huff but he hasn’t shown enough to warrant an automatic starting job. Huff will have to earn that job in camp.
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Agreed. excellent point!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:49 am
I am psyched about Jon Alston. I am expecting to see some big things from him this year.
The Raiders LB Corps may be the fastest unit in the NFL. Now if that could just translate into a stellar Run D and we will be all set
July 28th, 2009 at 10:49 am
RR,
Can I be a Rep but still love animals, other humans, and Smoke Herb?
July 28th, 2009 at 10:49 am
I changed my mind!!! I wanna be a Rep!! lol
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O,
We need to check your finances before your application will be accepted.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:50 am
I like Huff but he hasn’t shown enough to warrant an automatic starting job
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You can say that about every S on our roster, at this point. I give Huff the nod strictly on experience. Of course, may the best man win!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:50 am
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
untill Southwick is ready that is!!!!
RUSSELL WILL BE HEALTHY AND DOMINATE a weak afc west!!!!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:50 am
I smoke!! I dont drink!!
Raider O!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:51 am
I LOVE LAMP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Did I win O????
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
thats right stay classy
Oakland!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
I am psyched about Jon Alston.
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I think I would say I am intrigued by Alston possibilities. If that 20lbs can actaully translate to the field without him losing any of his speed, then watch out!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
well i had lunch with big Al and he says he will not allow the league to send more than 10 raiders to the pro-bowl this coming year…
whatdya think a that !!!
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AD is a players owner. I doubt that very seriously. He was probably throwing you a smokescreen because he thought you were a reporter…
on the other hand, if Tom Cable was going to represent the AFC in the pro bowl? Cable better open up a store in Alameda to sell juice boxes like Randy Moss did, because AD isn’t paying for the plane ticket!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
TW
It’s alright. We won. The critical mass of educated, enlightened, traveled, honest patriots is large enough now to elect a Barack Hussein Obama.
The Republican White man party is down to people who don’t believe in evolution, science or reading.
I think America has turned the corner, there’s no going backwards.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:53 am
Jhill,
I don’t have much, I’m almost poor, but I have great credit!! lol
I live the American dream.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:54 am
RR,
I like Guns and religion, and I want my kids to wait till they are married to have sex.
I changed my mind!!! I wanna be a Rep!! lol
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The religion in schools excludes Muslim, O. Reps represent choice fro only THEM. We finally have a Pres who recognizes athiests who make up 16% of Americans, more than ANY minority!!! Keep your guns, keep your religion just don’t push them on me!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:54 am
Actually, Jhill — Most Rep’s are on the lower-end of the financial statum…it’s those at the top that tip the scale. The lower-end folk just carry the load. No better or worse than the Dem’s own issues — just a different foundation for each party.
Sorry, got pulled-in…did someone say football?
July 28th, 2009 at 10:54 am
What has Huff done but cover TEs on occasion. It should be open competition for safety.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Lynn from Snot Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:54 am
What has Huff done but cover TEs on occasion. It should be open competition for safety.”
That’s what I am talking about.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:56 am
wasn’t Huff pretty damn good at covering tight ends???
i say he should get another shot…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:56 am
OAK,
You are the winner!!
You get 9 vergins, and 1 sl.., so have fun!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
I’m rooting for Huff in camp. I’m hoping he is as improved and excels in the new system as Morrison & Asomugha say he is …
Cable’s love affair with Hiram Eugene may prevent him that opportunity though
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Considering the weak competition currently on the roster, his draft selection in the second round, his being paraded as the next great Raider safety…Mike Mitchell damned well better start in 2009.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
I think America has turned the corner, there’s no going backwards.
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Taht’s right! American stands for freedom of choice. the Reps stand for “we don’t like it so NO ONE can!!!” Definition of a ocnservitive: The fear that someone somewhere might be enjoying themselves. lol
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Raider O Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:56 am
OAK,
You are the winner!!
You get 9 vergins, and 1 sl.., so have fun!
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you should identify the species before he takes you up on your offer…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
“The Republican White man party is down to people who don’t believe in evolution, science or reading.”
KK
What about the Republican Black man? Does he not exist? If he does, is he ammune to this line of thinking that you refer to?
Racism is NEVER a good way to try and prove a point. I’m just saying. Otherwise I would say that I agree.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Michael Huff has a steep hill to climb. The Raiders think a lot of Tyvon Branch. Mike Mitchell wasn’t drafted in the 2nd round to run special teams and be a depth guy.
Michael Huff better step up big-time and fulfill his 1st round promise in camp this August. He has to go lights out….otherwise he’s on the bench and Special Teams and then will be rolled on out of here the following year…or asked to restructure his contracts to be more in line with a back up safety/special teamer
He has to be A TERROR in camp.
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
oh, yeah???
well i had lunch with big Al and he says he will not allow the league to send more than 10 raiders to the pro-bowl this coming year…
whatdya think a that !!!
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And I thought I had some pull!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Stratum! Where’s my editor, KK?
Has KK answered…who is the ONE player he would’ve taken in DHB’s spot (a player still on the board @ #7)…so we can compare the players’ progress as the year/s go on?
When we get that ONE player’s name, we can ask for the next one in MM’s place, and so on.
KK won’t go on record, and compare his own picks to Al’s (even though he’s already got a head-start w/Sulak being cut).
One name, KK. Just one.
Hurry…I gotta run…
July 28th, 2009 at 10:59 am
I think the Chairman of the Republican Party is black……
July 28th, 2009 at 10:59 am
Kelly: I knew you’d be talking politics at some point today. thanks for proving me right!
July 28th, 2009 at 10:59 am
Covering tight ends is not what we drafted Huff no.7 for He has been disappointing at best.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:00 am
Dakota Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Considering the weak competition currently on the roster, his draft selection in the second round, his being paraded as the next great Raider safety…Mike Mitchell damned well better start in 2009.”
I think that Mitchell can be penciled in as the starter, it’s Huff that needs to really show something in camp/pre-season to warrant any consideration as a starter.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:01 am
SnB Defense Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Michael Huff has a steep hill to climb. The Raiders think a lot of Tyvon Branch. Mike Mitchell wasn’t drafted in the 2nd round to run special teams and be a depth guy.
Michael Huff better step up big-time and fulfill his 1st round promise in camp this August. He has to go lights out….otherwise he’s on the bench and Special Teams and then will be rolled on out of here the following year…or asked to restructure his contracts to be more in line with a back up safety/special teamer
He has to be A TERROR in camp.”
ding ding ding
July 28th, 2009 at 11:01 am
Let’s drop the Stryker Sulak talk. He should have NEVER been drafted by Oakland and is another example of reaching for the stars….the kid made it through waivers with no takers.
Time to move on
July 28th, 2009 at 11:01 am
Mike Mitchell wasn’t drafted in the 2nd round to run special teams and be a depth guy.
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Jerry Mac obviously thinks so. I wonder why?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:02 am
TW,
I don’t push much of anything! lol
They raised tuition bro!!! In this economy!!!
BTW,I found the Arabic painting, but I’m still looking for the egyption one. Sorry.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Raider O, you’re a good man. thats all i’m gonna say
how was your visit with TW in SD?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:04 am
Maybe Marshall can get Huff to play at a pro level but , sometimes you can’t polish a terd……. or a Terdell
July 28th, 2009 at 11:05 am
SnB Defense Says:
I think the Chairman of the Republican Party is black……
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There are gay republicans too. They are called self hating repubs. Just like MR & Dude are self hating Raider fans!lol
July 28th, 2009 at 11:05 am
PRO GUN, PRO CHOICE,
July 28th, 2009 at 11:05 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:01 am
Mike Mitchell wasn’t drafted in the 2nd round to run special teams and be a depth guy.
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Jerry Mac obviously thinks so. I wonder why?
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Jerry is thinking there might be a transition time. But this kid made it to camp on time and if he’s healthy….someone is going to the bench.
This is the next Jack Tatum! Next to Robert Gallery, Mike Mitchell instantly becomes the next toughest guy on the entire roster and the ONLY HITTER on the entire defense!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:06 am
HayesDaze37 Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:54 am
Actually, Jhill — Most Rep’s are on the lower-end of the financial statum…it’s those at the top that tip the scale.
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That’s probably true, in general. But in Cali, at least from my vantage point, most people who have money agree with the a lot of the things the Rep “SAYS” it stands for. I actually started to drift that way, or should I say listen to my Moms rhetoric, once my chips started to stack. There’s a lot of us who just can’t stand the high horse mentality that some of these clowns give off. Seems like the right ideas, but a lot of the wrong people in place.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Pro Run Defense
July 28th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Lynn from Snot Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:59 am
Covering tight ends is not what we drafted Huff no.7 for He has been disappointing at best.
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Ain’t that the truth… He’s supposed to create turnovers every once and a while.
I’ll tellin ya, I’m just glad we have a DC that will tell our LB’s that they are Linebackers and they DO HAVE assignments to fill, along with being out there in there silver and black, looking pretty and running fast
Atta Boy Marshall! Way to be a football coach!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Pete,
To each his own!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:08 am
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:05 am
SnB Defense Says:
I think the Chairman of the Republican Party is black……
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There are gay republicans too. They are called self hating repubs. Just like MR & Dude are self hating Raider fans!lol
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Perhaps…but they weren’t elected by the Republican hierarchy to a formal leadership position in the Republican Party.
Look, I could care less. The 2-Party system is leading a slow and methodical destruction of the USA
July 28th, 2009 at 11:08 am
Free Henery Lawrence !!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:09 am
RRS — This doesn’t make sense:
RaiderRockstar Says:
AD is a players owner. I doubt that very seriously. He was probably throwing you a smokescreen because he thought you were a reporter…
on the other hand, if Tom Cable was going to represent the AFC in the pro bowl? Cable better open up a store in Alameda to sell juice boxes like Randy Moss did, because AD isn’t paying for the plane ticket!
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If Tom Cable represented the AFC team in the Pro Bowl…the Raiders will have had an incredible turnaround!
The pot-shot at Al is way off-base, because he’s known to charter planes for all types of occasions…like when his players/coaches need help, or when he needs a strong team representation — especially for good news.
That was a weird post, RRS — Methinks you shoulda stayed off the politix n’ religun topics (pun intended…I’m OK with guns. Mostly.)
Did KK answer me question yet?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:09 am
Todd Haley won’t call plays in Kansas City. Chan Gailey will continue to do so
LOL!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:10 am
Michael Huff is in the doghouse! Cable doesn’t like him and the Raiders drafted to find his replacement.
Michael Bush was in the doghouse too. But then again, Bush saved Cable’s job and Al Davis saw a legit running game for the first time since Charlie Garner and Ty Wheatley
Al Davis said Art Shell drafted Huff…..
July 28th, 2009 at 11:10 am
The Republican White man party is down to people who don’t believe in evolution, science or reading.”
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You need to get out of Oakland a bit more.
You know what, I think a lot of this Rep/Dem stuff is irrelavant. I think most people under 40 would vote for the best thing going. I’m a registered Rep, but voted for Obama. When I was a Dem, I didn’t really vote on party lines. Would you really vote for something or someone stupid just because he was Rep or Dem? That’s just crazy talk!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:11 am
SnB Defense Says:
Look, I could care less. The 2-Party system is leading a slow and methodical destruction of the USA
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Or leading us into a multi party system like it should be. I love that Ob’s b-certificate is splitting the Reps in two!! Morons, just can’t face the truth.lol
July 28th, 2009 at 11:12 am
RR,
Thank you. No more politics.
It was great, him and his brother are very good people. They didn’t have much time, but I enjoyed it.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:12 am
JHill,
I think you would be better off investing your time propping up the DTs.
Michael Huff has some rough sledding ahead
July 28th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Sportsline Power Rankings:
28 Raiders · Trends 28
It’s all about JaMarcus Russell. Can he take his game up a notch — or two? If he does, they could be a .500 team.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/story/11991822
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Damned media, always hating on the Raiders just because we have fielded the worst team in the history if the NFL over a six season span…
…wait, what Prisco says sounds true…if Russell can take his game up a notch or two we could be .500!!!! I guess not everyone in the media hates the Raiders!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Shell drafted Huff but Davis wanted Leinert pick your poison.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:13 am
What kills me are the people that come in here and accuse others of racism out of one side of their mouth, only to spew racist nonsense out of the other.
Some people really put the MORON in oxymoron.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:14 am
RRS — This doesn’t make sense
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my post was a response to one made by Florida Pete. I was only joking, but it made perfect sense. No need to get an@l about it (pun intended)
July 28th, 2009 at 11:15 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:32 am
wild question here for Raider fans … what if JaMarcus Russell shreds his knee in camp like Tom Brady did in Week 1 last year. What would we do at the QB position?
A. roll with 39 year old Jeff Garcia
B. start Southwick and become a playoff calibur football team
C. sign Mike Vick for 1 year $1 Million
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Duh, B. Look to the past on this one. Russell = Pastorini, Southwick = Plunkett (only better)
July 28th, 2009 at 11:15 am
500 in this division wins the west
July 28th, 2009 at 11:16 am
The Raiders think a lot of Tyvon Branch.
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Yeah, as a STs gunner. That is what he was touted for and specifically singled out by Cable as an area he was missed.
Branch, a 4th rnd STs gunner, is NOT going to start over Mitchell, our 2nd rd hammer head, at SS. And if he does, something is very wrong.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:16 am
the interesting thing will be if john marshall defensecan bring it out of huff. he’s supposed to be fundamentals coach teaching player where they need to be and what their actual assignment is .under rb ryan’s mickey mouse D’ most players were running around looking as confused as rob ryan was on the sidelines. huff always was one step behind of making a play. hopefully he can recover from learning from a dummy who was outcoached in just about every single game.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:17 am
Thank you. No more politics.
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you’re welcome Raider O.
I wish “you people” would follow suit
- A true Raider fan
July 28th, 2009 at 11:17 am
Lynn from Snot Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:13 am
Shell drafted Huff but Davis wanted Leinert pick your poison.
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My point was that Davis blaming Shell for Huff is not exactly a ringing endorsement.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:18 am
We have some nice weapons on offense, but is Cable the guy who can bring it all together.
-We have a QB who can throw any pass of his back foot, and can buy some time with his feet. (can help the buy more time for the WR, especially if the oline is not playing well)
-we have WR who have size and speed.
-we have a great TE
-we have 2 young backs that can run and catch.
Is he the man to make it all work, or do we need a true OC?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:18 am
ok, ok, ok, lets let the Wally pipping begin,
With so many idotic rants and raves Im not sure where to start but here it goes!
I know leftbeechnut dsnt like copy and paste but sorry bro its necisary:
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:14 am
cha ching !!!
every dime helps…
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somebody has to pay for n0rco bob’s s3x change operation!
This had to be your Aunt/motherinlaw you are talking about you goit me confused wannabe!! Hows podunk any good wally pipin??
Jeff George!?!?!?! WTF Ok Jer macaroni know u want to twitter but come on man!!! this is weak sauce!!!
as usall Kool Kell is the only one with insightful posts!!!
Raider O dnt let them suck you in Reps And Dems are the smae people they just keep two groups to seperate the lies as they come from the top!!! its a pymid scheme and we all at the bottom!!! study up fellas the Illuminauti stil runs this country its about factories $$$ and oil nothing more nothing less well aybe land!!!
And last but not least why not sign Vick he maybe the best QB on our roster relase or trade tubby and garcia and let Vick mold Soutwick into our future thats righ Southwick not a huge fan but hey he’s mormon not Dem or Rep so he has my vote and with vick we would have the “greatest fighter of all time” dog that is!! with Vick we make 7 wins with out him 2-4 wins tops!
and is SFlifer getting more and more retatrded by day sombidy let this lost soul know that there will be no playoffs till “you know who is gone” Somebody get that kid a HELMET!!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:11 am
SnB Defense Says:
Look, I could care less. The 2-Party system is leading a slow and methodical destruction of the USA
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Or leading us into a multi party system like it should be. I love that Ob’s b-certificate is splitting the Reps in two!! Morons, just can’t face the truth.lol
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Open the news papers once in a while TW….have you noticed that the Dems aren’t exactly in lock-step anymore? It took them about 1/2 a year to start fighting amongst themselves for power after waiting years and years to finally be fully in control again. Obama’s support is declining among the people and now Congress is starting to oppose him…6 months and they already blew it, lol.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am
Oww, RRS — Why the shot at me now? Because OTHER people are hammering your political party? How funny.
Like I said…you shoulda left the politix n’ religun out of it!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am
If you notice, it’s ALWAYS the black Man who’s supposedly racist.
You ever notice that?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:20 am
JHill,
Michael Huff has to have an All-Pro training camp because right now I don’t think he fits into their future plans.
Branch had more INTs last yr than Huff did and Branch missed half the year to injury.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:20 am
Don’t get me wrong, I like Cable as head coach, but can he call and create plays to maximize this offense?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:20 am
http://www.gofish.com/video.gfp?gfid=30
July 28th, 2009 at 11:22 am
SnB Defense Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:12 am
JHill,
I think you would be better off investing your time propping up the DTs.
Michael Huff has some rough sledding ahead
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I’ll get to the DTs in a minute, LOL!
Huff is the most experienced S on the roster. The coaches don’t like him? Says who? Mike Mitchell was drafted to replace Wilson, and Branch will continue to back up that position. Huff will beat out Hiram Eugene to start at FS, and will move to the R position in nickel situations.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:22 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am
If you notice, it’s ALWAYS the black Man who’s supposedly racist.
You ever notice that?
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lol…okay Mr. Gates…
July 28th, 2009 at 11:23 am
Bob,
I like how you think!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:24 am
Obama’s support is declining among the people and now Congress is starting to oppose him…6 months and they already blew it, lol.
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What was GwB’s rating the last 4 yrs? Does that matter? Your 21% (repubs) of the population don’t count anymore than the last 8yrs for the Dems.lol
Besides NO ONE reads newspapers anymore, haven’t you heard???
July 28th, 2009 at 11:24 am
We have some nice weapons on offense, but is Cable the guy who can bring it all together.
-We have a QB who can throw any pass of his back foot, and can buy some time with his feet. (can help the buy more time for the WR, especially if the oline is not playing well)
-we have WR who have size and speed.
-we have a great TE
-we have 2 young backs that can run and catch.
Is he the man to make it all work, or do we need a true OC?
OK What a joke!!!!!
1:We have a QB who can throw any pass of his back foot, and can buy some time with his feet. (can help the buy more time for the WR, especially if the oline is not playing well)
must be talking bout Garcia the only thing Russel is doing with his feet is the truffle shuffle!!!
2:we have WR who have size and speed.
WHO!!! LOL chaz has never even been in a NFL game!!! and Crabb….errrrr Macl….uhhhh DHB is hurt and cant catch!! Oh so ur talking bout Javon I get it!!!we are saved!!!
-we have a great TE~ THe only good thing on this team
4: -we have 2 young backs that can run and catch.
Bush could catch a cold!!! and Mcdadden will be hrt if he sees more than 8 carries a game that leaves Far”outof”gas and rankin wow we are stacked!!!
O pull anither off the b@ng for me bro these guys are seepin in to ur mind hers a rule of thumb NEVER listen to or repost anything fromn Wannberocker, sflifer, Montana, or leftbeechnut…there u should be fine!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
JHill,
I hope Huff is the guy.
Why did he get benched by Cable, with Davis’ blessing no doubt, for Hiram Eugene?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
By the way, I’m NOT a Dem, never voted rep or dem. But I can see for myself who ISN’T right!!!lol
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am
If you notice, it’s ALWAYS the black Man who’s supposedly racist.
You ever notice that?”
So if you are black it’s ok to be racist? Good to know…
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
WE’RE GONNA FIND OUT REAL QUICK WITH JAMAL WILLIAMS IN GAME 1.
http://fifthdown.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/04/20/why-dolphins-gave-up-on-samson-satele/
Why Dolphins Gave Up on Samson Satele
By KC Joyner
The Football Scientist, KC Joyner, is a Fifth Down contributor. His latest book, Scientific Football 2009, is available for pre-order.
The question I have received from Dolphins fans more than any other this off-season is why Miami moved Samson Satele on his way. Satele was a second-round pick in 2007 and had what looked to be a very productive rookie campaign, so it seemed he had a long-term future in South Florida.
I was of that same mind-set until I broke down the tapes and compiled Satele’s run metrics from 2008. He did fairly well on yards per attempt on his 132 POA blocks; Dolphin ball carriers gained 711 yards (5.4 YPA), and his success percentage was 79.5%. An 80% POA win mark is the rule-of-thumb acceptable benchmark for an offensive lineman, and because centers as a whole tend to have lower POA win totals than do other offensive linemen, that means Satele’s totals, while not great, certainly grade him out as a decent run blocker. He did give up four sacks, but two of those were coverage sacks, so his overall pass blocking didn’t seem to be an issue either.
That raises the query: If it wasn’t his overall performance that caused Miami to give up on him, what was the problem? After perusing his metrics a bit further, the answer became rather obvious: Satele can’t run-block the big nose tackles in the A.F.C. East. The Jets’ Kris Jenkins and the Patriots’ Vince Wilfork are the types of players who can take over games when faced with the right matchup, and Satele was one of those matchups last year.
In the 16 POA runs Satele had against Jenkins, Dolphins runners gained only 48 yards (3.0 YPA). Satele also lost three of those battles, so his POA win percentage was only 81.3%, or just slightly higher than his overall mark. That sounds good, but it is also skewed by the fact that Satele received double-team help (either a combination block or a pure double-team block) against Jenkins 11 times. He lost two of the five single-block POA runs, and it was probably that 60.0% POA win total that told the Dolphins that they needed to make a move.
The numbers were worse for Satele against Wilfork, especially in their second matchup (i.e. not the game when the Wildcat was rolled out). In that contest, the two faced off on seven POA runs and Miami ball carriers gained only 18 yards (2.6 YPA) on those plays. Wilfork also won three of those matchups, so Satele’s win percentage against him was a completely unacceptable 57.1%.
There is good news for Dolphins fans. In a piece I wrote for the April 6 edition of ESPN The Magazine, I found that Jake Grove, the former Oakland center Miami signed to replace Satele, had a POA win percentage of 90.6%. He also did this despite being asked to single-block (i.e. block without double-team help) on 67.5% of his runs. Those numbers bode well for his being able to handle Wilfork and Jenkins with much more success than Satele did.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Off to the Gym, Later.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am
let Vick mold Soutwick into our future thats righ Southwick not a huge fan but hey he’s mormon
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LOL!
BSJ: add Bobby to the Southwick bandwagon please …
July 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am
amazing how everyone pickng us forth behind the chiefs and broncos. should have beat the chiefs twice last year (but someone thought jano could run it in from 25yards out) and we smashed the broncos to send shanahan out the door. come on … kyle horton, he’s got 2 ass beatings coming when he face oakland . i think we give sd a run for the division or finish 2nd fighting for a wild card….
the greatness of the raiders is in it’s futcha !!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am
Why did he get benched by Cable
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He didn’t get “benched”. He played just as much as anyone last year.
Kwame Harris got benched, never seeing the field again.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:28 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
“The Republican White man party is down to people who don’t believe in evolution, science or reading.”
The definition of a racist statement from a black man.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:28 am
Will Rogers once said:
I am not a member of any organized political party. I am a Democrat.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Bobby says:
“as usall Kool Kell is the only one with insightful posts!!!”
S&B: not exactly a ringing endorsement there either, huh? considering the source …
July 28th, 2009 at 11:30 am
O — You will soon find out about “Bob.” He’s one of a number of aliases for the same troll…
Lynn — Huff was brought in to cover TE’s, and he did that as well as any Safety in the league for awhile. As a young, quiet, player, he wasn’t expected to lead the Defense. The terribly mis-managed RR Defense.
KK — Continues to avoid answering the easiest questions, just so he can spew his own slanted view of a racist world — wherein only HE and HIS are victims.
I gotta run…it’s a FOOTBALL world!
A great, Raiders football world!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:30 am
I’d accept Vick after the legal issues, despite the heinous crimes…he’s done his time and if Tony Dungy sees fit to work with him then there’s hope and the promise of a positive turnaround. And he’s a hell of an athlete … unfortunately, our need of him at QB remains unknown, as big-money JR’s progress remains a question mark. I would not be against them taking a shot with him, but can’t see it happening as Al sticks with Russell a while longer, and Vick probably not wanting to stand around or attempt to play WR.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:32 am
JHill,
Let’s not play with semantics here. Huff lost his starting job to Hiram Eugene last year. He bacame a depth guy. He had 0 interceptions.
He needs a Herculian effort to convince the power that be to have him as the starter
July 28th, 2009 at 11:34 am
I am not too worried about the offense, I think they will come along nicely. It’s the defense that concerns me. On paper the only thing that appears to have changed is coaching. Here’s hoping that Marshall’s focus on fundamentals and discipline is what this team has been missing for far too long.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:34 am
No.7 overall to cover TEs ? I don’t think so not for that kind of money.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:35 am
He needs a Herculian effort to convince the power that be to have him as the starter
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If Huff is one of the 2 best safeties on the roster, he should start. period.
there is no “he’ll have to be 100 times better than Hiram Eugene and Tyvon Branch” etc etc
the best players should start. no scholarships
July 28th, 2009 at 11:36 am
RaiderDogg Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:28 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
“The Republican White man party is down to people who don’t believe in evolution, science or reading.”
The definition of a racist statement from a black man.
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I said White Man Party, Not White Women. White Women are a part of the coalition of the progressive, generally. It’s white threatened men who are racists. Off to the gym. Later.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:36 am
the best players should start. no scholarships
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Exactly! This “coaches like Eugene” argument sounds like the “coaches like Fargas” argument.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:36 am
KoolKell Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Off to the Gym, Later.”
Can’t run away from your racism forever…
July 28th, 2009 at 11:37 am
I am worried about the offense, last in points and plays last in passing. The good news is you can only go get better it can’t get worse.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:37 am
No.7 overall to cover TEs ? I don’t think so not for that kind of money.
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he did his job. he did what he was asked to do.
what did you expect him to do? go play centerfield and try to be a ballhaek, when Ryan has him covering TE’s? It doesn’t work that way in the NFL, Lynn. Guys have assignments and they need to execute.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Racism and sexism on a football blog? Man you need to stop talking out your neck and be accountable for your own words, just like you hold everyone else accountable for theirs. Can’t have it both ways my friend.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:38 am
jake grove was to light in the pants.
never played up to that so called nasty lineman reputation we heard about when we drafted the sucker out of VT. kc joyner didn’t mention how many times grove would get knocked straight back on his a$$ wheres that metric…?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:39 am
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:24 am
Obama’s support is declining among the people and now Congress is starting to oppose him…6 months and they already blew it, lol.
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What was GwB’s rating the last 4 yrs? Does that matter? Your 21% (repubs) of the population don’t count anymore than the last 8yrs for the Dems.lol
Besides NO ONE reads newspapers anymore, haven’t you heard???
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lol, is that the Dems strategy for the next three years…keep bringing up Bush? The fact remains that Obama’s approval rating is dropping fast and the Dems are splitting over the healthcare issue. Obama has been slapped back by the other power hungry Dems, his VP can’t keep his mouth shut, his Sec of State is being laughed at, and he stuck his foot in his mouth and pissed off ever cop in the nation…not exactly a glowing start to the Dems reign of control is it TW?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:39 am
If Huff is one of the 2 best safeties on the roster, he should start. period.
there is no “he’ll have to be 100 times better than Hiram Eugene and Tyvon Branch” etc etc
the best players should start. no scholarships
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I agree that he should start if he’s the best in camp.
However, if he is only marginally better, he might not justify his salary next year and will be an easy cut for cap reasons in 2010. Especially given that Eugene, Branch and Mitchell are comparatively cheaper. He needs to outshine those guys.
Unfortunately, scholarships are a part of the program here.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:39 am
Krappy is off to the … gym?!?
Krappy, taking a senior citizen water aerobics class isn’t exactly considered a grueling workout.
And look, the start of training camp is bringing out all of my little followers, like the Lady Raccoon and Bobsloberts. I’m glad to see the Lady trying her best to all butch and talk football.
And that redneck Bob is always so adorable when he tries to put sentences together. It’s like watching a toddler spill ice cream all over himself – fun to watch but ultimately you gotta go clean him up.
I just hope Krappy’s swim trunks don’t get sucked into the water filter and he obliviously walks home nude.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Like Jerry said Huff could be arrested for loitering on the field. After the usc /texas game i thought this guy was a no brainer turns out I’m the no brainer.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:41 am
the Metric system?
I prefer the Dewey Decimal system …
JaWalrus needs Nutrisystem
July 28th, 2009 at 11:45 am
he did his job. he did what he was asked to do.
what did you expect him to do? go play centerfield and try to be a ballhaek, when Ryan has him covering TE’s? It doesn’t work that way in the NFL, Lynn. Guys have assignments and they need to execute.
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Right again!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:45 am
Lol, I was looking for Huff’s wonderlic score and came across an article that claims Javon Walker only scored a 7!
I guess those score really can mean something!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:46 am
However, if he is only marginally better, he might not justify his salary next year and will be an easy cut for cap reasons in 2010. Especially given that Eugene, Branch and Mitchell are comparatively cheaper. He needs to outshine those guys.
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Hiram Eugene is making more money than Michael Huff this season. We’ll worry about next season next year. Huff’s pay goes from under 1 million this year to over 5 million next year – an uncapped year.
If Huff is better, he should be on the field …
July 28th, 2009 at 11:46 am
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/draft/2006-03-01-young-wonderlic_x.htm
July 28th, 2009 at 11:48 am
more on huff …
this is his last opportunity to be that player out of texas or he’s done in oakland . ( should have never played him at strong safety his rookie year hmmm )bottom line coach is going to play the best player who puts it down in camp so good luck michael huff.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Javon Walker only scored a 7
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are you serious?
A score of 10 is literacy …
July 28th, 2009 at 11:49 am
Isnt it ironic racism is perpetuated by persons of color, KK?
This imbecile 0bam@ is leading the pack along with his buddies Prof Gates & Jeremiah Wright!
S0ciali$m U can believe in!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:49 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:27 am
let Vick mold Soutwick into our future thats righ Southwick not a huge fan but hey he’s mormon
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LOL!
BSJ: add Bobby to the Southwick bandwagon please …
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Apparently he has seen him play/practice. Even with blurry double-vision, Danny’s talent is overwhelming to see.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:53 am
Barbacks numbers are plunging because Independents wokeup & realized they voted for a left wing radical not a mainstream he portrayed himself to be to get elected.
# Dakota Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:39 am
lol, is that the Dems strategy for the next three years…keep bringing up Bush? The fact remains that Obama’s approval rating is dropping fast and the Dems are splitting over the healthcare issue. Obama has been slapped back by the other power hungry Dems, his VP can’t keep his mouth shut, his Sec of State is being laughed at, and he stuck his foot in his mouth and pissed off ever cop in the nation…not exactly a glowing start to the Dems reign of control is it TW?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:53 am
Lynn from Snot Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Like Jerry said Huff could be arrested for loitering on the field.”
Did Jerry really say that? If so it is one of the funniest things he has ever said.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:54 am
just in case one of these lines miss,
these bombs just,
keep comin at ya .
go raiders………………………………..s.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:54 am
It really amazes me how some people can make it through HS, and “some” years of college and do so bad on some of these assesment tests.
How hard is the cup and saucer questions, really?!?!?!
July 28th, 2009 at 11:54 am
Why was Huff running with the 2nd team in OTAs?
July 28th, 2009 at 11:56 am
Special teams might be our strength out of the 3 units.
As long as Seabass’s attempts are limited & he avoids clanking the uprights.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:56 am
The Evil over exposed waste of time fad Tweaker Tweeter, is only good for one thing…
Training camp updates! haha
July 28th, 2009 at 11:58 am
Expect a 6-10 or 7-9 season at best folks….anything better will be a nice surprise….but I doubt it. If you lower your expectations, than it won’t hurt as much in the end and if they do better, than it will feel that much better because you didn’t expect it.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:59 am
# SnB Defense Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:54 am
Why was Huff running with the 2nd team in OTAs?
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A. He was covering tight ends.
July 28th, 2009 at 11:59 am
The starters will be the ones that Cable wants on the field.
Fargas, Eugene,Boschetti and others have as good a chance of starting as anyone else.
Have to see how it shakes out in camp.
But Huff is behind the 8-Ball. It will be interesting to follow the safety competition.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Who were the first team Safeties, SnB?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Dakota
Have I mentioned Jon Alston yet today?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Who were the first team Safeties, SnB?
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Eugene & Branch. ouch!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
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July 28th, 2009 at 12:10 pm
Eugene & Branch. ouch!
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Double ouch!
Who were the first team RBs and WRs?
I can’t recall.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
in all fairness…
Greyson Gunheim & Greg Ellis (a day after signing with Oakland) were starters at DE and Ricky Brown was at MLB. Chris O’Neill was at TE, etc etc
OTA’s don’t always determine what happens in training camp, preseason or the regular season.
I remember reading about Donovan Darius, Quentin Moses & Edgerton Hartwell tearing it up in OTA’s, training camp and even preseason … then getting cut, failing to make the 53 man roster.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
HEY!
I get back from a meeting and see Ol bobby stopped by LOL no one wanted to play so he back in as one of his other personality’s…..hey Beech hows it goin!! And as far as helmets go lil guy you still helpin charged down with the roady work I know he always likes a polished helmet!!!
If huff shuts down the middle i.e. TE and slants and M&M blows up gaps then the Huffster will be just fine and put me down as sayin he will prove worthy of his pick…remember consistancy and coaching pays off we now have had a “little” of both!!!
PLAYOFBOUND
July 28th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
Who were the first team RBs and WRs?
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Fargas, Higgins & Schilens. Lawton at FB
July 28th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
LOL!
BSJ: add Bobby to the Southwick bandwagon please …
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Apparently he has seen him play/practice. Even with blurry double-vision, Danny’s talent is overwhelming to see.
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He is always going off about wandering the fence line like a bum “lookin fo da lika sto” LMAO @ that was that you BSJ that said that many moons ago????? maybe he’;s there how else would he even know Southwicks name or postion??? unless he can really read after all!!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
RR
Post 21; your logic is that even with the loss of our special teams coach we are going to have one of the league’s best special teams. Why? Because of on field talent. In effect on field talent is more important than coaching.
Yet you have also argued that getting a new DC is all we really need to substantially improve our defense.
In effect saying coaching is more important than on field talent.
Seems a bit inconsistent or I can only conclude that you think John Fassel is every bit as good as Schneider was. Based upon experience don’t you think that is a bit of a stretch?
By the way you never addressed my head coaching examples.
Seifert in Carolina
Belicheat in Cleveland
Weis at ND
Coaching matters just not as much as talent.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Hey Oak, it’s going great bro! But I had no idea you guys had internet access in the body shop. What do you grease monkeys charge a dude for a tune up, anyway?
Anyway, I know it’s probably tough to type with lube all over your fingers, but any idea when gas prices will go down? If you’re not sure, ask your boss – he’s the 17 year old who’s always telling you to take a shorter lunch.
And when is your high school buddy KrappyKell getting back from the gym? I know you old timers love your water aerobics, but I’m afraid he might break his hip taking off the water wings.
Hit me back, pops!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:20 pm
Do we know yet who got cut to get down to 80 players?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Javon Walker only scored a 7
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are you serious?
A score of 10 is literacy …
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i think a score of ten indicates being self-aware…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
how else would he even know Southwicks name or postion??? unless he can really read after all!!
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his janitor boyfriend, duh!
I bet BJ Raji looks good in silver n black, eh Bobby?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
lol, is that the Dems strategy for the next three years…keep bringing up Bush?
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Up until the time he goes on trial!
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The fact remains that Obama’s approval rating is dropping fast
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Didn’t bother GwB the last 8 yrs.
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and the Dems are splitting over the healthcare issue.
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The corrupt Dems can stand with the rest of the corrupt Rep party as being paid to keep health care out of American’s hands & face the voters real soon! 76% of Americans want this health care.
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Obama has been slapped back by the other power hungry Dems,
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Teh slapping ain’t done yet!!!
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his VP can’t keep his mouth shut,
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YOUR VP won’t be able to keep outta JAIL!!!
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his Sec of State is being laughed at,
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How’s that? Must be something you only read in newspapers. Meanwhile everyone kept a strait face around Bush? “Amigo! Amigo!” –George W. Bush, calling out to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi in Spanish at the G-8 Summit
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and he stuck his foot in his mouth and pissed off ever cop in the nation…
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Since when is ever cop in the nation so thin skinned?? He was RIGHT, the cop in this case was STUPID!!!!!!
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not exactly a glowing start to the Dems reign of control is it TW?
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Bush (YES, I’ll bring him up because “you people” don’t remember1!!) couldn’t have destroyed this country any better if he had TRIED!!!
I’m looking forward to the trials of the criminals of the bush Admin. got my popcorn, got my beer!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
Beechnut,
LOL Double K is kool with me man didtn go to HS wit him but he sounds like a Kool cat! Hows MR, Br!en, Bob, and that lady you guys call mom doin?? I didnt know you could use the comp @ the unemployument office for raider blogging your case worker know the haps??? And LOL at the lube shop keep me outta your fantasies we cool but not that Kool. either way you peeked my attention with this line…..”Hit me back, pops!”
So I did…..
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his janitor boyfriend, duh!
I bet BJ Raji looks good in silver n black, eh Bobby?
SHIIIEIEIT he may have been telling the truth the whole time????
July 28th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
OAKlifer Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
LOL!
BSJ: add Bobby to the Southwick bandwagon please …
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Apparently he has seen him play/practice. Even with blurry double-vision, Danny’s talent is overwhelming to see.
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He is always going off about wandering the fence line like a bum “lookin fo da lika sto” LMAO @ that was that you BSJ that said that many moons ago????? maybe he’;s there how else would he even know Southwicks name or postion??? unless he can really read after all!!
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You’re right Oaklifer! Bobby must have taken my advice and “posed” as a bum outside HQ. In Napa though, my “lika sto” line will land him in the pokey. Perhaps he should use “Hey, is dis Napa man?!? Ise lookin’ fo de Thunderbird winery…”
July 28th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
Post 21; your logic is that even with the loss of our special teams coach we are going to have one of the league’s best special teams. Why? Because of on field talent. In effect on field talent is more important than coaching.
I can only conclude that you think John Fassel is every bit as good as Schneider was. Based upon experience don’t you think that is a bit of a stretch?
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good question and a valid one Charlie.
John Fassel was an asst ST coach for 2 years under Schneider. He should be able to handle it by himself in Year 3. Well, he’ll have an asst too of course. His dad is Jim Fassel, who has been a coach since 1979 …
He’s 35 year old and was a Head Coach at New Mexico Highlands. It’s not like he’s some 21 year old quality control coach who just fell off the turnip truck!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
Just saw on PFT that Jeff George’s workout video is creating a buzz among NFL scouts. Word is he’s throwing as well as ever.
I said months ago the Raiders should bring him in and give him a chance to compete for the No. 3 spot. What do you have to lose. It would definitely make for some damn entertaining 4th quarter preseason football.
Besides, maybe a guy like George, who’s now 41, and has a very similar skill set to JaMarcus, could be the kind of mentor to come in and show him what not to do and how things can go, even for a No. 1 overall pick, if you screw around. I think George would be a better mentor than Jeff “I’m the best QB on the roster and I’m going to take your job, punk” Garcia.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
I’m a registered independent…
and i could not have said it any better…
here’s what’s true…
if Nixon had gotten the jail time he needed…
we would not have had to put up with the fascist fuqqs that we had from 2001 to 2008…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
“Hey, is dis Napa man?!? Ise lookin’ fo de Thunderbird winery…”
HAHAHAHHAHALOLOLOLLMFAOHAHAHAROFLMAO!!!!!LOLHAHAHAH
Thats some funny sheeeet right there!!!!THUNDERBIRD!!!LOL
!!!
this may only be this funny if you grew up in OAKLAND!! BUT LMFAO!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Florida Pete Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Javon Walker only scored a 7
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are you serious?
A score of 10 is literacy …
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i think a score of ten indicates being self-aware…
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Ten means you can use rudimentary tools to find food. Twelve means you can score drugs in Vegas without gettin jacked…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
beeecham Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
blah blah blah….
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This guy beeecham is the dumbest MFer I’ve ever seen in this place! LOL, I don’t think he ever says anything Raiders. Just comes in a calls people names. Sorry guys, but if your here trying to get away from the kids, you’ll have to look elsewhere as long as this guy pleagues the room LOL…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
LMAO !!!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
Jon Alston
July 28th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
TW says “BushBushBushBushBushBushBush”
Can’t blame him forever TW…then what are you going to do?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:40 pm
Florida Pete, not to mention Reagan & Bush being prosecuted for Iran/Contra!!!
and Neil Bush for Silverado!!!
or GwB for possesion of c@caine!
It’s good to be the king!! You & your family NEVER get prosecuted! Except for NOW. Look for GwB to face some tough times ahead, of course I’ll bring him up Dako, you seem to forget everything he’s done!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
here’s what’s special…
on the one issue that unites the Republican party more than any other… abortion…
the Republicans never deliver…
wanna know why…
it would be the end of their holier-than-thou coalition…
bunch of self-righteous azzholes…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
“First of all, I don’t see America having problems.” –George W. Bush, interview with Bob Costas at the 2008 Olympics, Beijing, China, Aug. 10, 2008
July 28th, 2009 at 12:44 pm
G W Bush’s wonderlic score was 5…
if only he had learned how to read…
July 28th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
on the one issue that unites the Republican party more than any other… abortion…
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Pete, don’t frget racism!
Not all racists are Reps but al lot of Reps ARE racists!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
people who whine about GWB are like people who got abused as a kid.
“my daddy was mean to me 20 years ago. now i’m hooked on caffeine and anti-depressants and I haven’t been about to recover socially or otherwise”
I blame him. boohoo!
dust yourself off TW. it’s a new day. quit living in the past.
Ob@ma will and should get slammed for his mistakes, just like GWB was … it comes with the position
can’t please everybody!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
Things that you will never hear said:
“Do you want to know the reason I joined the Young Republicans Club? The pu$$y! I’m getting 7 kinds of laid.”
if anyone knows where that quote came from, I will be very impressed.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
To be fair to RR & Dako, I got that quote wrong.
Not all Rep are racists but most racists are Rep.
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dust yourself off TW. it’s a new day. quit living in the past.
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Sorry RR, when GwB was in office we weren’t allowed to critize GwB because we were “at war” & we were called unamerican. Now you guys are bent out of shape because the TRUTH is coming out!
Stop talking about him!! Leave Britany aaalllooonnneeee!!lol You guys are rich with hypocracy!!!
Bend over & take it like a man!!1hahaha
July 28th, 2009 at 12:55 pm
TW: uh… we’re still at war buddy. nothing has changed in that regard
what truth is coming out?
July 28th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
Florida Pete Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
here’s what’s special…
on the one issue that unites the Republican party more than any other… abortion…
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Yeah they hate big government when it tries to help poor people, tax the rich, protect the environment, or make Wall St. obey the law…
But they LOVE big government when it tells a woman and her doctor what is moral, when it starts BS wars, and when it tortures evil-doers.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
I had a great idea for a t-shirt when GwB was Pres. It had a picture of GwB when he was a cheerleader at Yale (google the image you’ll find it) & the caption said: Kill the cheerleader save the world!!
The reason I didn’t do it was because Chenney’s DEATH SQUADS would have tracked me down & thrown me in prison without a trial like I learned in school would NEVER happen in America. You guys support Fascism!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Thunderbird & MD20/20, some Blunts, and lots of greens was a good combo to get F’ed up!! Excuse my French! lol
Ahhhhh, the good ol days!
July 28th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
Lol, I can see TW right now…he is hunched over his desk surfing the net for super left-wing conspiracy sites that tell him Bush is going to go on trial, lol.
In 20 years he will still be blaming the nation’s problems on BUSHBUSHBUSHBUSH, lol.
July 28th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 12:55 pm
TW: uh… we’re still at war buddy. nothing has changed in that regard
what truth is coming out?
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Cheney instructed the CIA to break the law by hiding programs from Congressional Intel committee. Cheney also broke the law by telling the CIA to wanted to assassinate people despite a law against it passed by Gerald Ford (an all-american center at Michigan!).
July 28th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
One thing I find funny is Republicans out bashing Obama as if he’s created all this mess when he’s only been in office for 6 months. During that time America’s international reputation is dramatically improved, there’s movement on healthcare, and the economy is showing signs of rebounding.
Yet the Republicans act like Obama should have everything sorted out by now and not raise taxes or spend money to get it done. However, let’s remember the Republicans try to pin 9-11 on Clinton. Bush was in office almost 3 months longer than Obama has been at this point when 9-11 happened. How does Obama get blamed for all of the messes already at this point when the great protector Bush is let off the hook for 9-11 because it was the other guy’s fault?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
what truth is coming out?
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Turning my country into a fascists state, torture, wiretapping everyone, outing a CIA agent should I keep going or should you read Dako’s newspapers?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:04 pm
How does Obama get blamed for all of the messes already at this point when the great protector Bush is let off the hook for 9-11 because it was the other guy’s fault?
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hahaha, he doesn’t Chris, that’s why there are only 21% Reps in America now. Where’s RR & Dako now? Not here to face the music I see.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
FREEDOM OF SPEECH IS BACK!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
Where are you Dakota? Kicking the doors off there hinges?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
RR & Dakota are out buying ammo.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
Jon Alston NFL 2009 Most Improved Player of the Year.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Hey Chris in NY, who is blaming Obama for Bush’s mess? I certainly am not…I just brought up some of the Dems CURRENT shortcomings and the only response any of you can come up with is BUSH BUSH BUSH BUSH.
Bush is to blame because Obama spoke out of turn about something he didn’t have all the facts about? Bush is to blame because the Dems are splitting over heath care reform? Bush is to blame for Obama’s drop in the polls? Bush is to blame for Dems getting in a pissing match over who is the biggest lib in the room? Bush is to blame for the VP openly slamming Russia? Bush is to blame for the Sec of State being laughed at by the North Koreans?
I guess if the only way you can deflect problems of the current is to blame Bush, then have at it, but that isn’t going to work for too much longer now is it? You know it, the Dems know it, and that is why you all panic every time someone is critical of your golden child Obama, lol.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
RR & Dakota are out buying ammo.”
At the local Kum & Go. They “go all out”.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:10 pm
BSJ, or burying their guns in the back yard so Obama can’t take them.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:10 pm
Dakota/RR, do you guys already own one of these?
http://www.bedgunsafe.com/index.html
July 28th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
I suppose Bush is to blame for all the Obama nominees that got caught cheating on their taxes too?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
No fake FGs with SeaBass running, ok Cable? I know you said you would run that play all over again, but please. Use your brain.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
Bush is to blame for fewer clean shaven women.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
Dako, with all the problems in America left over from hhhmmm..someone else…is this REALLY all YOU can come up with? Obama will do just fine & the only ones saying Obama’s a “golden child” are YOU people!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
No fake FGs with SeaBass running, ok Cable? I know you said you would run that play all over again, but please. Use your brain.
———————————————————-Let him run the option next time.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
it’s pointless to argue with 1 person abouts politics on a football blog. Why bother having 5 different arguments? are we learning anything? are we changing our minds or positions?
No…
babble on if you like. I’m waiting for something worthwhile to respond to
Kum & Go is a gas station. what gas station do you know of that sells ammo?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
Hey RaiderTW, didn’t the Dems control Congress the last few years of the Bush administation? I like how you simply forget that fact and lay all the blame on Bush for all the world’s problems when the Dems sat on their hands and passed nothing in Congress for years that would help the nation…I guess they get none of the blame?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
“Kum & Go is a gas station. what gas station do you know of that sells ammo?”
The one right down the street from Dakota’s house.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
it’s pointless to argue when your WRONG! I’m going home now to get my popcorn & beer, I’m sure this will be good.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Kum and Go sells condoms too…it is a bi-partisan gas station!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
If Danny Southwick didn’t exist, it would be necessary to invent him.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
Blame Bush, Cheney, Palin, Bill O’Reilly, Rush Limbaugh, Justin Fargas, Spongebob Squarepants & Scooby Doo for all the problems Ob@ma will have in 4 years in office. It won’t make a difference. the longer you guys do that, the longer you’ll make yourselves look ignorant, even to fellow Dems …
Barack’s daughter lost the spelling bee? GWB must have rigged the competition! LOL
July 28th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
I knew Dakota would know what I was talking about!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
TW, I suppose you think Bush planned the 9-11 attack himself and that we never really landed on the moon, lol.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
PLEASE Dako, you’re grasping NOW. 2yrs they controlled ONLY the house by a small margin & couldn’t change a damn thing. I’ll quote no doubt one of your heros:
I won’t insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said.
William F. Buckley jr
July 28th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
I thought Bush was one of our best Rs’s now every ones slamming him?!?!?!! WTF Its not like Fargas can carry da load step up people……….
July 28th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Dogg: Danny Southwick is a stud. He is totally going to save BSJ’s reputation on this blog …
well, that and the Walrus costume!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
we never really landed on the moon, lol.
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Now that was filmed in Utah my “pop’s” was there…….
July 28th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Dakota Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:21 pm
TW, I suppose you think Bush planned the 9-11 attack himself and that we never really landed on the moon, lol.”
Everyone knows it was Cheney who planned that sh1t. Bush isn’t smart enough to pull something like that off.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
Dakota Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
Hey RaiderTW, didn’t the Dems control Congress the last few years of the Bush administation? I like how you simply forget that fact and lay all the blame on Bush for all the world’s problems when the Dems sat on their hands and passed nothing in Congress for years that would help the nation…I guess they get none of the blame?
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Yes the Dems in Congress are the only reason Bush couldn;t put Social Security into the stock market and REALLY destroy the natoin’s future…
Not even a wingnut like Dakota can still think THAT was a good idea…
July 28th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
Keep clutching those straws….cover me with s#!t & tell everyone I stink, basic GOP SOP! You’re better than that!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
RR
Just trying to lighten the mood up in here.
Jon Alston is my Danny Southwick btw.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Dogg: Danny Southwick is a stud. He is totally going to save BSJ’s reputation on this blog …
well, that and the Walrus costume!
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Save?!?! I got no reputation to save. The Nation knows I’m a slut…
July 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
LMAO at OAKlifer.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
lmao @ BSJ
July 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
Dakota,
I hear you. It’s just that all the Obama bashers I know are hardcore Republicans who were bashing him for the job he was doing about 24 hours into his term. I can’t take that kind of stuff seriously. I’m actually a registered Republican but in reality a center-left Independent. Obama’s not my golden boy. But I’ve been impressed with how he handles things and that he’s finally creating some movement on health care. Which has been a disgrace for too long in this country.
What’s wrong with universal healthcare? Why not just turn law enforcement protection, fire department services and childhood education into private enterprises where you have to have a job with a large corporation and meet a long list of criteria before you get any of those services as well. Then, if your neighborhood turns to crap or you actually have a fire or your kid has a learning disability, the private insurers will tell you tough luck, we’re not going to carry you anymore. That’s basically where we’re at under the current health care system. Why are these other services (law, fire, education), which hold up well enough, why are they basic guarantees but getting treatment for an illness is a privilege and optional?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
that costume might save mr/beech/bobbies/troll/trooette’s mom reputation as well!!!!1 a little slimming on her……
July 28th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
To all the idiot racist repugs……
bush has a 17% rating among the rest of the world on how they view the united states, in Obama’s short term so far in office the rest of the world’s view of the united states is at 71%, too bad our country has to many racists in it to appreciate our Commander In Chief…
July 28th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Kum and Go sells condoms too…it is a bi-partisan gas station!
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Tell me when the do ab@rtions!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
is dennis green a dem or rep????
remember him yelling and screaming at a presser?????
he must not be green party ehh O?????
July 28th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
Jon Alston is my Danny Southwick btw.
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Alston is a beast on special teams and I think Cable wants to use him as a 3rd down LB to take advantage of his speed in coverage or to blitz.
Ricky Brown is much better vs the run. He’s a tackling machine!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
Bush is to blame for fewer clean shaven women.
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LOL! Or to thank for clean shaven women
July 28th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
Dennis Green is an Agnostic
July 28th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
AZ Raider Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
Bush is to blame for fewer clean shaven women.
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LOL! Or to thank for clean shaven women”
I was wondering if anyone would pick that up
July 28th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
nice little compilation of freaked out coaches….Im starting think they are all Rep or Dems!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
PLEASE Dako, you’re grasping NOW. 2yrs they controlled ONLY the house by a small margin & couldn’t change a damn thing. I’ll quote no doubt one of your heros:
I won’t insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said.
William F. Buckley jr
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TW…For your information:
The 2006 Election Results: Democrats will Control the 110th Congress
Thursday November 9, 2006
Democrats will be the majority party in both the Senate and House in the 110th Congress, which will be in session from January 2007 through December 2008.
The US Senate
Today, incumbent Senator George Allen (R-VA) conceded to his Democratic opponent, Jim Webb, who won a surprising electoral victory by a razor-thin margin.
The Senate of the 110th Congress will be comprised of 49 Democrats, 49 Republicans and 2 Independents, both who plan to caucus with the Democrats. Thus, the Democrats will possess a 51-49 majority in the US Senate.
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LMFAO, you don’t even know when your party controlled Congress!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
I’ve got to go home & get my beer & chips, this is going to be too good!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsGJ4EYgXkM
WHOOPS link to last post!!!!funny stuff
July 28th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
RR
Alston will open many eyes this season.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
I voted for Alan Keys 8 or 12 years ago!!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
FREE ALSTON!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
any news on players arrivals or anything, i’m getting that football itch we getting close to the season yeah……
July 28th, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Free Nnamdi! Says he’s wants to get a sack on Rivers on Monday Night opener. God knows Ryan would never call a CB blitz in a divisional game…
July 28th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Alston will open many eyes this season.
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hopefully Heyward-Bey & Mitchell will do the same!
there are MANY doubters …
July 28th, 2009 at 1:37 pm
RR,
Kum & Go sells missiles in the midd east! LOL
Customer:Can I have $30 on #5, that AK47 over there next to the small Missiles, and a box of ammo please?
Worker: would you like some Ol Russian Bombs with that?
Customer: maybe next time, but thank you for asking.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:37 pm
I hope so RR, Alston had a few whiffs last year that pizzed me off. It’s not flag football out there Jon, put some HURT into it baby!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
O
Don’t buy your AK at Kum & Go. They only carry the Chinese replicas…
July 28th, 2009 at 1:39 pm
Lol, I love how sensitive you libs are about your current administration…you can all sense how tentative it is and you all know in your heart of hearts that Obama is all talk and can’t produce, just like when he was in Congress…
Congress senses it and now you do too, lol. The guy can talk your ears off, but will come up short on all his promises. But just keep blaming Bush for it all if it makes you feel better, lol.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:39 pm
WOW,
The Wally Pipping neds to comemnce I see….
First of all Why are all of you “raider” fans in here aruging over who’s Precious little party is cooler than who’s… You punks should wake up and smell the coffe usaaly I run my mouth but heres the truth!!!
Regardles of political party or prez or goverment…we as a whole have all but deystroyed this planet from all the natrual resources to filling up caynons with trash if you “really” hoped for you r childerens future you wouldnt be wasting time slap diking around with internet buddies while your fids keep using the garbage disposal where you thik that shiiit goes???? any geusses???? White man stole this land and in 200 short years has turned itinto to the valley of death!!! “This aint a mecca man this place is Fu@ked”~Tim Armstrong Rancid
Think believe become!!! POP A PILL OR TWO ADAY KEEPS THE PARTIES AWAY!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
AZ
Alston added some muscle but hasn’t lost any speed. I expect him to fly to the ball and lay some people out.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
see you guys later!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
Chris in NY Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm
Dakota,
I hear you. It’s just that all the Obama bashers I know are hardcore Republicans who were bashing him for the job he was doing about 24 hours into his term. I can’t take that kind of stuff seriously. I’m actually a registered Republican but in reality a center-left Independent. Obama’s not my golden boy. But I’ve been impressed with how he handles things and that he’s finally creating some movement on health care. Which has been a disgrace for too long in this country.
What’s wrong with universal healthcare? Why not just turn law enforcement protection, fire department services and childhood education into private enterprises where you have to have a job with a large corporation and meet a long list of criteria before you get any of those services as well. Then, if your neighborhood turns to crap or you actually have a fire or your kid has a learning disability, the private insurers will tell you tough luck, we’re not going to carry you anymore. That’s basically where we’re at under the current health care system. Why are these other services (law, fire, education), which hold up well enough, why are they basic guarantees but getting treatment for an illness is a privilege and optional?
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PREACH!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Alston will open many eyes this season.
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hopefully Heyward-Bey & Mitchell will do the same!
there are MANY doubters …
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don’t know about eyes but Mitchell better open up some REM sleep cycles in the secondary, and DHB better open up a can of Whoop AZZ in the opener!
1st play of the season? F&ck it! Play action Deep Post to DHB! Catch it! Catch it! Ehhhhhhh, CATCH IT!!!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
big chill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
any news on players arrivals or anything, i’m getting that football itch we getting close to the season yeah……
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HERE YA GO!!!!!!
bydavidwhite~
Early birds include Chaz Schilens and Chris Johnson. The offseason is officially over.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:42 pm
now thats good news to guys that need some work are already there and ready to go!!!!!!
Atta boy Chaz
Atta boy Chris!!!!!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!!!11
July 28th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Free Nnamdi! Says he’s wants to get a sack on Rivers on Monday Night opener. God knows Ryan would never call a CB blitz in a divisional game…
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we need Nnamdi in coverage!
blitz Routt, Mitchell, Alston, Burgess, Ellis, Scott, etc
July 28th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Hey bobby missed ya earlier bud hows it goin????
July 28th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
Victor V!codin is in the house! Or is it Harry Hydrocodone?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
big chill Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
any news on players arrivals or anything, i’m getting that football itch we getting close to the season yeah……
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Jerrymcd~
Quiet in Napa . . . will check in later . . . probably too warm for JaMarcus Russell to wear a fur coat.
LOL at Jerry but thanks man we love it!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
did chris johnson keep chaz out of the building???
did chaz give chris a head fake and slip through the door???
we need details!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
Mr53(Thomas Howard)
I’m headed down 880 right now. Napa here I come
44 minutes ago from UberTwitter
July 28th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
AZ
Alston added some muscle but hasn’t lost any speed. I expect him to fly to the ball and lay some people out.
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I hope so… i’m more exceited to see us blitzing this season. Rivers, Cassel, and Orton wont have 5-6 seconds to throw as they have in years past. Nnamdi says Marshall has a cr@pload more blitz packages they are implimenting.
July 28th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Thanks
OAKlifer
July 28th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
and Mad Dog 20 20
July 28th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
Dogg, and sflifer,
good to see you guys hagin on my words I should get post of the day recondamation!!! come on I have called out all the politicaining punks that all sound like thier leaders ohh hwait wannabe hands out the awards and he bleeds RW&B LOL @ him! I bleed S&B
July 28th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Free Nnamdi! Says he’s wants to get a sack on Rivers on Monday Night opener. God knows Ryan would never call a CB blitz in a divisional game…
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we need Nnamdi in coverage!
blitz Routt, Mitchell, Alston, Burgess, Ellis, Scott, etc
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You sound like Rob Ryan!! LOL
If Nnamdi tells me he wants to blitz, I draw somthing up for him, and let it happen to Rivers
Don’t need him in coverage if he’s hitting the QB in the back! Besides, no one even looks to his side anyway, how would they see him coming?
July 28th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
yes thanks mad dog 20/20
July 28th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
RaiderTW Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Kum and Go sells condoms too…it is a bi-partisan gas station!
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Tell me when the do ab@rtions!
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Statistics show that more ab@rtions are performed in “red” states where sex ed is frowned upon and the rednecks think abstinence is the answer.
Also, these are the same states that lead the nation in number of murders committed with guns that are supposedly for “self-protection”
July 28th, 2009 at 1:54 pm
Don’t need him in coverage if he’s hitting the QB in the back! Besides, no one even looks to his side anyway, how would they see him coming?
AMEN!!!!!!
now thats the kinda politics im down wit!!! LET Nnamdi smack the hell outta the mouth from the south and keep him shut up!!!! Nnamdi has 5 years of losing and anger to take out on these punks!!!!
FREE NNAMDI!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:56 pm
well they just kicked in….and when I say me I dnt mean the prezadential debate I mean THEY!!!!
So off to nappa!!! me and the “insider” has some work to do getting ready for a big week I’ll be tweeting from Camp also!!! FOLLOWME
July 28th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
Oak,
It’s not so bad being a Raider fan knowing there are guys like you still out there LOL!
FREE NNAMDI!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:58 pm
ohh hwait wannabe hands out the awards and he bleeds RW&B
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Bobby: so you can’t bleed red, white and blue Monday thru Saturday and Silver & Black on Sunday?
what kind of country are we living in?
Free America!
you want an award Bobby? you get the award for best mullet in Alameda !!! you crazy whacked out hippee …
Bobby, you’re the mayor of Whackville. congrats
July 28th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
farewell yee bobbyV!!!!!!
What a lush!!!!!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!!!!
I have been waiting all summer for this!!!!!!! here we go!!! players rollin in coaches talkin to the media contracts being anounced as Hayes would say MAN ITS A GOOD DAY TO BE A RAIDER FAN!!!!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!
July 28th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
Dogg,
That’s true!! I should go to Liquir & Guns!! they have the Russian AKs!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Thomas Howard is going to be a Manimal if they let him loose as a blitzer. Not many non-Raider fans know this guy yet. But if they utilize his athleticism as a pass rusher he’ll be among the league leaders in sacks. Book it.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
You sound like Rob Ryan!!
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AZ: ouch! insult of the day!
I know you guys don’t agree with my polical rants, but to compare me with Rob Ryan?
thats a low blow … thats cold!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
Also, I’ll take Alston over Brown.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
AZ Raider Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
Oak,
It’s not so bad being a Raider fan knowing there are guys like you still out there LOL!
FREE NNAMDI!!!
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No prob AZ I just want us to get back to basics SMASHMOUTH We are on the right track I think it was you always sayin we set up the last few years with skill Positions now we will work on D and the Lines it cant happen pover night!!! But the proofs in the pudding the BEST corner in the leauge could have went any where and he chosse to stay home !!!!
WE WILL RISE!!!!!!!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
O
You can fill all of your Russian AK needs at the local Wal-Mart.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Man, Oaky, you’re pretty cool for an old dude! You kind of remind me of my uncle who’s always locking himself in the garage. Then when we go looking for him he’s always got his head stuck in a trash can or old tire.
I’m sure you and your high school chum Krappy have a lot of cool stories from the 50s and 60s. I’m guessing you crap your drawers as much as he does as well, which I’m sure plays out a lot better at your gas station that it does when he’s wandering through the Arby’s drive thru.
AZ you’re kind of cool also, although being a redneck from Arizona must have its disadvantages. I’m guessing spelling wasn’t very high on your momma’s “things to teach my inbred child” list.
Training camp rules!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
RR,
I’m sorry bro, you know I’m just blabbin Raiders wit ya! I didn’t mean anything by it…
B U T…..
Rob Ryan never blitz, and that just sounded like what he might have been thinking too.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Chris in NY Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
Also, I’ll take Alston over Brown.”
Chris has seen the light!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Anybody else want to see Jeff George get a look in camp? Gotta love a good story. It’d give the BSPN clowns another good chance to write us off and mock us. Then, when we turn it around in 2009, it’ll be extra sweet to wipe the stupid grin off clowns like Cris Carter, Schlereth and Trey Wingo.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
can Stanford Routt cover Chris Chambers or Vincent Jackson? I know CJ can handle one of them …
What if it’s a screen pass to Darren Sproles on Nnamdi’s side and he’s not there?
I don’t know about blitzing the best man-to-man corner in the league. If he gets punished (injured) inside by a tackle or fullback, we’ve really limited our defense!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Rob Ryan never blitz, and that just sounded like what he might have been thinking too.
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I want to blitz! I just don’t want Nnamdi to be the guy …
July 28th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
In Denver we have a store called the Liquor box! hahaha
July 28th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
beeecham Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Man, Oaky, you’re pretty cool for an old dude! You kind of remind me of my uncle who’s always locking himself in the garage. Then when we go looking for him he’s always got his head stuck in a trash can or old tire.
I’m sure you and your high school chum Krappy have a lot of cool stories from the 50s and 60s. I’m guessing you crap your drawers as much as he does as well, which I’m sure plays out a lot better at your gas station that it does when he’s wandering through the Arby’s drive thru.
AZ you’re kind of cool also, although being a redneck from Arizona must have its disadvantages. I’m guessing spelling wasn’t very high on your momma’s “things to teach my inbred child” list.
Training camp rules!
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Hey, look right there!! See it? Beeeech said something about football!
You heard it here first folks! Beecham said “training camp”!
I’m impressed!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
this one is for Dakota
http://thatnbalotterypick.blogspot.com/2009/07/ron-artest-rap-tour-hits-china.html
July 28th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
can Stanford Routt cover Chris Chambers or Vincent Jackson? I know CJ can handle one of them …
What if it’s a screen pass to Darren Sproles on Nnamdi’s side and he’s not there?
I don’t know about blitzing the best man-to-man corner in the league. If he gets punished (injured) inside by a tackle or fullback, we’ve really limited our defense!
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RR,
You know we’re cool right? Good, but I’m gonna stick with my gut and Oak on this one. Send him! He wants it MORE! Take it out on Phillip River Nnamdi!
FREE NNAMDI TO BLITZ!!!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:10 pm
good write up on Jon Alston:
http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2009/7/28/966436/weekly-raider-issue-8
July 28th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
RR,
Remember Woodson? Well he was the best CB in the league when we had him. We blits him once and it created an entire dynasty and an NFL rule change. But, he got there unscathed and caused a FUMBLE!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
The 2006 Election Results: Democrats will Control the 110th Congress
which will be in session from January 2007 through December 2008.
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OOOOhhhhh, so blame the GwB f#ckups on the Dems because they were there for a WHOLE yr during the Bush admin! You got me there, Dako!!!
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The Senate of the 110th Congress will be comprised of 49 Democrats, 49 Republicans and 2 Independents, both who plan to caucus with the Democrats.
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Got me AGAIN!!! MAn that’s controll!! How did bushie f#ck up the USA with such a Dem grip on things?
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LMFAO, you don’t even know when your party controlled Congress!
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Well Dako, I guess it’s because I don’t read newspapers, ya got me! I consider you more intelligent than you’re showing here, Dako. You’re pulling on the bare threads & hope I’d forgotten the last 8yrs. All I’m doing is supporting a Pres that I couldn’t since 2000, I thought you did too, we’re all in this together.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
AFC West:
1. Chargers (10-6)- Good running back tandem, great passing game, great O-Line, outstanding defense though a questionable secondary. Norv Turner keeps them from being a 12-4 team.
2. Raiders (7-9)- Great running game, still questionable passing game and O-Line. Worst DT tandem in the NFL. Great pass defendng but not run stopping LB. Possibly the best corner trio in the league. Safety still questionable.
3. Broncos (5-11)- Way to many changes for this team to get everything right in one year. Next year they could be dangerous though.
4. Chiefs (2-14)- Exact same as Broncos except they have a much worse roster.
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Good read Dogg, thanks… 9-7 though, it must be a typo LOL.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
Nnamdi will make something happen in the backfield against SD on MNF and the refs will screw us and we’ll ultimately lose the game?
i’ll pass. send Mike Mitchell!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:25 pm
Worst DT tandem in the NFL.
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yet one of the highest paid in the league? ouch!
that one hurts…
July 28th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
AFC West:
1. Chargers (10-6)- Good running back tandem, great passing game, great O-Line, outstanding defense though a questionable secondary. Norv Turner keeps them from being a 12-4 team.
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I’m not the only one who thought Norv was a terrible HC. Stick to DC buddy, you can even come back to Oakland if you need a job after this season.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
…OC, stick to OC. ooooooops.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 2:25 pm
Worst DT tandem in the NFL.
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yet one of the highest paid in the league? ouch!
that one hurts…
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We’ll see if they still s&ck balls with Marshall.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
We need a player to help us against the run. can a S be that player?
July 28th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
Maybe we just needed a coach to teach gap assignments? I know I’m being redundant, but come on REALLY? No gap assignments Rob???? Ick, that’s just wierd.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
LaDainian Tomlinson, Darren Sproles & Jacob Hester combined for 372 carries, 1535 yards & 13 TD’s last year …
Justin Fargas, Darren McFadden & Michael Bush combined for 426 carries, 1773 yards & 8 TD’s.
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SD averaged 4.12 yards per carry. Oakland averaged 4.16 yards per carry.
so what area do we struggle the most? red zone! If Fargas can’t punch it in during training camp or preseason they gotta move this guy to third string. Right?
July 28th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
Rob is the worst Ryan DC by far. His father and brother are great, but he can’t coach a defense. The Browns will learn that soon. They think because of the state of our organization he can do better else where.
Robo was the worst DC I have ever watched!!!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
Vikings coach Brad Childress says Brett Favre won’t come out retirement to play for Minnesota.
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LOL!
I bet the Vikes are p1ssed and the Packers are laughing their butts off right about now …
July 28th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
RR,
1 mmmmmmmmillion% agree… Phase out Fargas
July 28th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Disgruntled Denver Broncos wideout Brandon Marshall missed morning practice Tuesday for health reasons.
Broncos coach Josh McDaniels said Marshall’s absence was simply a “precautionary measure” after he was sore following his first workout the day before.
Marshall had offseason hip surgery, but McDaniels wouldn’t elaborate whether that’s what bothered the Pro Bowl receiver.
The mercurial Marshall has made it clear he’s unhappy in Denver. He skipped all offseason workouts to protest his contract and for what he feels was a misdiagnosis of his hip injury by the team’s medical staff.
If Marshall were to hold out of camp, he’d be subject to daily fines of $15,888.
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LOL. this just keeps getting better, doesn’t it?
July 28th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Send Fargas to Vegas, and I’ll have a Midd Eastern Gangsta take care of him. You know!! Like Walker!
Midd Eastern Gangsta!!! LMAO
July 28th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
LT Mario Henderson is so stoked to be here, he checked in last night. 9 minutes ago
Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/raiders/detail?&entry_id=44425#ixzz0Map4P7wA
July 28th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
We will be a top 8 rushing team! Take that to the bank!
BOO
Bank Of O
July 28th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
I’m drafting McFadden to my fantasy team this year, so they better be. Probably get him in the 2nd even (since everyone hates on him).
July 28th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Take that to the bank!
Bank Of O
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Bank of Omerica?
is that the name of your business, Raider O?
I don’t guess many people would be drawn to “bank of osama” even if it had an endless supply of cash that wasn’t borrowed from china! haha
July 28th, 2009 at 2:53 pm
At BOO:
Open a savings accout, and we will give you a free AK.
Open a checking account, and we’ll give a Russian Missile.
Most of our investments are in Nuces and Freedom Fighters.
BOO
July 28th, 2009 at 2:55 pm
Bank Of Omerica!!
Yes!! You did it again! I’m going to use that.
July 28th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
Bank Of Omerica!!
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I’d open an acct at B of O for a free AK!
July 28th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Jeff Garcia: “I’m not here to stir the pot. I’m here to make the position better.”
My job is to make certain decisions hard. JaMarcus’ job is to make the decision easy.”
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ouch. sad but true. what do you say S&B? still a hater?
July 28th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
time to punch out.
later guys. have a great evening
July 28th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
Where’s Jerry’s Tweets?
July 28th, 2009 at 3:20 pm
LOL…..
Quiet in Napa….will check in later….probably to warm for JaMarcus Russell to wear a fur coat.
2hrs ago. from Jerry’s twitter thingy.
July 28th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
KoolKell…
http://twitter.com/jerrymcd
July 28th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 28th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Jeff Garcia: “I’m not here to stir the pot. I’m here to make the position better.”
My job is to make certain decisions hard. JaMarcus’ job is to make the decision easy.”
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ouch. sad but true. what do you say S&B? still a hater?
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If Jeff Garcia was 28 to 30 yrs old I could buy into all this talk. The chances of Jeff Garcia leading this team to the playoffs is marginal. If he plays for any reason other than injury…the Raiders go right back to the future and start stumbling from one QB scrub after another with no answer for the long-term.
Everyone talks about the last 20+ years of futility. Besides coaching…look no farther than the deplorable QB situation that’s been in Oakland during that time.
I want a QB that can play at a high level for 10+ years straight. Not a couple of years here and there.
Can Jeff Garcia play until he turns 49?
July 28th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Later RR.
The icecream truck came by, so I Had to rush out there with my daughter before I miss it. That’s a big NO NO in her book.
Do you have icecream trucks there, or is it called the Icecream Wagon? lol
I’m playing Bro, and you know how much I respect you.
Have a great evening.
July 28th, 2009 at 3:37 pm
We always wanted a franchise QB, we drafted a freak and a great talent, and now we want to start a 39 vet!!
July 28th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
More LOL….
QB Andrew Walter on his place on the team: “I have no idea. Thats really something I shouldn’t comment on.”
14 minutes ago. http://twitter.com/bydavidwhite
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Al, is going to let him twist until the end of camp, before he whacks him.
July 28th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I’ll be back later tonight.
Later Nation, and have a great evening Gents.
July 28th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
Just give me a WIN in week 1 and i wont ask for anything else again!!!!
…until week 2.
July 28th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
bill maher was interviewing a republican congressman and this is what he had to say…
he was interviwing former republican congressman Joey Scarborough and he made the following statements………..
“Not all republicans are racist, but most racists are republicans”….and Scarborough didn’t have a good comback for it………it was interesting…..
July 28th, 2009 at 4:43 pm
That’s where I got it. I won’t take credit. google Joe Scarborough & see why he resigned his office. Very interesting.