Gallery returns, Murphy-Mitchell scuffle
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, August 10th, 2009 at 8:13 pm in Oakland Raiders.
News and notes from Monday’s Raiders pracitce session:
– Robert Gallery returned from what what coach Tom Cable originally termed “appendix-itis,” getting some reps in with the first team a few days earlier than expected. He spent the first 12 days of practice on the non-football illness/injury list after an emergency appendectomy two weeks before camp started.
“I didn’t do a whole lot, but you’ve got to start somewhere,” Gallery said. “I know I’m a little rusty with the timing and that stuff but it felt good to be out there.”
Cable ruled Gallery out of the Cowboys game. Gallery is hoping to be ready to face the San Francisco 49ers the following week.
“I would hope the second. It is up to the doctors,” Gallery said. “ They will let me know. I hope to be back to full speed by the end of the week I hope, we will see.”
– On the day the Raiders reported for training camp, safety Mike Mitchell, tongue planted firmly in his cheek, announced he wanted a piece of fellow rookie Louis Murphy. Murphy, Mitchell explained was talking too much about Florida and not giving enough respect to Ohio.
So it was at least mildly interesting when Murphy and Mitchell tangled after a running play, with a shoving match escalating to a fight. Murphy lost his helmet, then unwisely took a swing, hitting Mitchell in the helmet.
Fortunately, no broken bones.
While Raiders coaches all the way back through Jon Gruden frowned on fights between teammates, Cable is more old school. If the fisticuffs aren’t beneficial, he believes they’re a necessary evil.
“Having little quarrels is good, remember that,” Cable said. “This is football and they’re men. If you have a brother you know it’s OK to settle some things once in awhile.”
Mitchell remembered the reporting day call-out and said it hadn’t gone exactly as planned.
“I didn’t want to get him like that,” Mitchell said. “I wanted to get him in the field. I should win in a wrestling match. He is a receiver.”
But seriously, though . . .
“Louis is one of my best friends, actually, in life. We bonded over the summer and he’s definitely one of my guys,” Mitchell said. “It was hot out there today. I don’t know, things happen, but we talked about it afterwards. He’s going through some stuff right now so it’s all good.”
Murphy said, “Me and Mitch, we’re good friends, we quarrel like good friends.”
Some teammates seemed willing to let the rookies mix it up until Murphy lost his helmet, amused at the youthful exhibition.
“When you get older you realize it doesn’t do you any good except get you tired,” Gallery said.
– Darrius Heyward-Bey had a practice that made his drop-filled opening sessions of a week ago seem like a distant memory.
After taking a day off with a sore toe, Heyward-Bey caught everything that came his way, including a difficult over-the-shoulder deep pass along the sideline from Charlie Frye that required a difficult in-flight adjustment.
“I thought maybe this was Darrius’ best day in camp,” Cable said. “Caught the ball well, caught everything, the underneath, the over the top, the big ball on the sideline, the one-handed catch. Those (help) his confidence. We want to keep that coming.”
– Kirk Morrison seemed to take his rose-colored glasses off for a minute when assessing the sudden competition for his job at middle linebacker.
Morrison was with the first team Monday, but has been pushed by Ricky Brown, who is also competing with Jon Alston on the strong side.
“I’m taking every practice like I’m trying to win my job,” Morrison said. “Trying to leave no doubt. I know how this business is. Especially going into a contract year . . . the organization is always trying to replace you no matter what . . . this league is always about, `What have you done for me lately.’ ”
Morrison cited the Baltimore Ravens releasing Trent Dilfer a day he was the starting quarterback in the Super Bowl as evidence, although he could have brought up his own ascension to the middle. That came when the Raiders pushed aside veteran Danny Clark for Morrison, who was a weak side starter as a rookie.
–John Bowie was held out with a groin injury, while Justin Fargas was out with a sore hip. Cornell Green and Cooper Carlisle were rested. Still no Jeff Garcia, out with a calf injury. Asked how he was coming along as he left the field house, Garcia said, “Slower than I thought.”
– We’ll have a better idea Thursday, but Cable said he’s seen enough to lead him to believe the Raiders have shored up their run defense through discipline and better gap control.
“I’ve certainly seen it get better. We’re starting to squeeze things, have people overlapping gaps where we’re supposed to be,” Cable said. But we’ll find out starting Thursday. Dallas is a big, physical team, likes to run in it, too.”
– It was your classic training camp conundrum. JaMarcus Russell, looking for Darren McFadden on a slant, threw the ball directly to Nnamdi Asomugha, who took it the other way for a would-be touchdown.
A poor throw by Russell or a heady move by the NFL’s top cornerback?
“I thought Nnam almost knew what was coming and read it, made a great break on the ball,” Cable said. “It was a front shoulder throw. It was where it was supposed to be. But really, that’s a great play by Nnam.”
It’s a common complaint by receivers, who feel teammates know their routes beforehand.
“That’s camp,” Cable said. “You also know when they make calls what blitz is coming, that sort of thing. That’s just camp. That’s the way it is.”
– Russell had some sequences where he threw some passes in the flat with a nice touch, plays which which could be big with McFadden and Michael Bush in the backfield. He also lofted a 25-plus yard beauty to Johnnie Lee Higgins on the sideline, dropping it in nicely rather than unleashing the full force of his arm.
– Javon Walker continued to work out hard and look very close to returning, although it could be another 10 days to two weeks.
“Obviously, they’re still taking their time with me,” Walker said. “I am going to get my chances in preseason. I’m not sure if it’s this week or the next week or the week after that. I’m just excited to . . . feel like my old self again, where nothing’s really bothering me.”
– Additonal practice highlights are available on my Twitter page.
– The Raiders practice twice today at 8:20 a.m. and 4:20 p.m., and once Wednesday for a walkthrough before the Dallas game.
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August 10th, 2009 at 8:15 pm
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August 10th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Here’s to MM and Murph being Raiders best friends for 10-years!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Thec, when’s the last season the Raiders won 3 games straight?
Twice in 2002
1. 5 in a row reg season
2. last 2 reg season games, and 2 playoff games.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
“I thought maybe this was Darrius’ best day in camp,” Cable said. “Caught the ball well, caught everything, the underneath, the over the top, the big ball on the sideline, the one-handed catch. Those (help) his confidence. We want to keep that coming.”
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Not bad for a guy who cant catch…. Sounds like improvement, at least he is not digressing at this point…..
August 10th, 2009 at 8:28 pm
Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Thec07 Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
Thec07 Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
rackoshit…….LOL……
Murdered him……ROFLMAO…..
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You’re a kid, aren’t you?
What? 12? 13? Just curious. You sound..uh…slow.
Guess I’ll never worry about you borrowing anyone’s balls, and stating an opinion, now..will I, kid?
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Your handle got ripped and you come at me for laughing at you nice………
No not a kid my friend, save that babble for someone else, check my post, and the history.
A little slow, can you really tell ones intellect by how, and what they type. what they do for a living, what is the net income of that idividual, IQ etc.
I could choose from a plethora of names with which to call you but i believe Oakglenn said it best…….Rackoshit
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You’re repeated giggling like a school girl threw me off.
Add that to your juvenile take, and you scream kid.
regressing maybe?
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Wrong again, didnt repeat anything, nice try though.
Got your feelings hurt in a blog no less. You must be one of those internet toguh guys or you lack self esteem. If i scream kid to you thats fine, you scream adolescent, ohh he laughed at me so i am mad at him….
On top of that you resort to name calling.
read the post tell me which one really screams child like tendencies. But i will say i cannot stop laughing at you, you are quite amusing.
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August 10th, 2009 at 8:33 pm
1st Quarter thurs. we should see a glimps of whats to come. dhb roty. i’ll have a mango kool-aid
August 10th, 2009 at 8:34 pm
Good job Bey! Take that loud mouths!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Awesome Jerry!!!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
OK, MR if you say so..I’ll be weak and frail.
As long as we’re on the ‘net that’s easy to say.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
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August 10th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Nice, good for DHB
August 10th, 2009 at 8:41 pm
its so good to hear the positives in DHB. i think this is prob. the most positive training camp ive read about in a while. good things to come! i kno its pre season but lets take it to the cowgirls and show the league we arent foolin around this year!!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
So is Southwick starting yet or what?!?!
…period!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:44 pm
I’m getting the impression Mitchell is a physical type of player.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:44 pm
DHB needs to have a better rookie season then Chrissy Carter and wipe that smirk off his face. let his play due the talking.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Yeah chris “coked out” carter, and Tom “Gorrilla Face” Jackson. What they tried to do to DHB is horrible.
Tom Jackson = Grape Ape…
August 10th, 2009 at 8:48 pm
MIKE MITCHELL > bob sanders….
August 10th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
DHB isn’t just learning on the fly (pun intended) — he’s also giving the Defense a pre-test for Thursday night…the Cowboys’ Roy Williams is as talented a WR as T.O., and he’s a huge target for Romo. Dallas has a few WR’s that will be challenging for the CB’s.
The more DHB reports we hear, the better they get. What a camp.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
5 receptions,84 yrds, & 2 touchdowns. DHB could have that in 2 games. Maybe 1
August 10th, 2009 at 8:50 pm
Mike MITCHELL = Knock out blow to a cowgirl wideout.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
My brother was at the camp in Napa today and said the Recievers (DHB and Murphy) looked very fast and good..and Murphy was bloodied in the fight with Mitchell…
Said Mitchell might be the real deal.
Javon looked real good too.
Practice was crisp except for only a couple miscues..
Maybe Cable really knows what he’s doing…excited for this Thursday and the season..Go Raiders.
August 10th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Now where is MR?? Must be on facebook trying to see if anyone “friended” him. (Obviously, No one did.)
August 10th, 2009 at 8:53 pm
I like this!
“Having little quarrels is good, remember that,” Cable said. “This is football and they’re men. If you have a brother you know it’s OK to settle some things once in awhile.”
And this..
“Having little quarrels is good, remember that,” Cable said. “This is football and they’re men. If you have a brother you know it’s OK to settle some things once in awhile.”
August 10th, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Oakglen, take your meds and give this a rest man! Seriously…
August 10th, 2009 at 8:55 pm
Did you understand it better by posting it twice?
August 10th, 2009 at 8:56 pm
No Hayes I made a error in my copy & paste, thanks!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:57 pm
Cut n’ paste faster, mista — you’re falling behind in your other personas!
August 10th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
This..
“We’ll have a better idea Thursday, but Cable said he’s seen enough to lead him to believe the Raiders have shored up their run defense through discipline and better gap control”
And that..
“Having little quarrels is good, remember that,” Cable said. “This is football and they’re men. If you have a brother you know it’s OK to settle some things once in awhile.”
August 10th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
Other personas ?
August 10th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
# raiderhaterhater Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
My brother was at the camp in Napa today and said the Recievers (DHB and Murphy) looked very fast and good..and Murphy was bloodied in the fight with Mitchell…
Said Mitchell might be the real deal.
Javon looked real good too.
Practice was crisp except for only a couple miscues..
Maybe Cable really knows what he’s doing…excited for this Thursday and the season..Go Raiders.
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What does he see that might make Mitchell the real deal???
He has struggled significantly in coverage. He spends more time with Lionel Washington than anybody in that defensive backfield.
Don’t tell me it’s his physical play, we have had plenty of hard hitting/ bad coverage guys on this team before.
Gibril Wilson
Marquez Pope
Marquis Anderson
Derrick Gibson
Derrick Hoskins
Eddie Anderson
Mike Harden
anyone?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:00 pm
Im starting to like Cable. Hopefully by week 8 I’ve forgotten about the fake Seabass FG.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
gibril wilson was NOT A BIG HITTER he was just a really good tackler.
MITCHELL!!!!
i cant wait for the SEASON.
the preseason shouldnt matter. but we should win all the games. because we have garcia as a back up even though hes not playing and charlie frye who used to start in this league for the browns playing. so we should win every game. i would think.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
# Mistabrown Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:56 pm
No Hayes I made a error in my copy & paste, thanks!
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No, he didn’t even realize what he posted looked stupid until someone else pointed it out. Kind of the way he dresses in the morning.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:08 pm
I feel like doing my first repost on DHB. Man this kid is really coming on like a whirlwind. Talking about his drops is history.
Trying to figure out how to attack the defense with him is the next move.
I read in the last thread where he’s not running all the routes. That’s obviously not accurate, based on this last blog. I said very early that this kid understands the route tree much better than most rookies. About a month ago isaid that I think he is more advanced than Tim Brown was coming in and he’s proving that I was right. Now he’s running routes Tim didn’t run until he was in his 4th season and he hasn’t played a game yet.
When we drafted DHB I was pissed, until I studied him and it’s easy to see why they drafted the kid. The route tree is not the problem it’s getting used to what defenses will do to try to stop him. Learning to read the defense in route and sit or go.
Once he gets that down and he and Russell get on the same page where Rusell feels he knows what DHB will do, it’s over. This kids skill-set is wicked and the talent is phenomenal. It’s starting to look like the Raiders got what they wanted, a lethal weapon.
It’s on fellas!!
August 10th, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Ahhh, TeabagRon is back.
So…if not the ROOKIE in the Defensive backfield…who else should get most of the attention from the DB Coach? The vets? Nnamdi?? Duh.
Of course, covering receivers (and areas) is one of his toughest adjustments…he’s never seen anything like it before!! Just like just about every other young DB in the league.
TeabagRon, your lack of a legit complaint is showing…like usual.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:08 pm
You are right Teabagger…He didnt specify..I specifically asked about Tyvon Branch because apparently hes looked very well according to these reports…but apparently Mitchell did some things today to make him think he looked good..ofcourse he may just be comparing him to safeties of recent ( Huff and Schweigert ) where by comparison, anybody might look better…
Either way he says they looked good..of course its not against a real team but its better than him thinking they looked like crap.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:09 pm
BFD
August 10th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
also..the only good hitter on your list was Eddie Anderson. IMO
August 10th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
# Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:48 pm
And let me enlighten you elsewhere, moron.
Teams NEVER discuss $ unless it’s the #1 pick..EVER. It’s simple, even for you, fool. Each pick waits to see what the others are getting, give or take. Considering the draft hasn’t happened yet, NO ONE HAS ANY IDEA ON HOW MUCH SALARY’S HAVE GONE UP.
You’re honestly this stupid you don’t know this?
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awww come on missedabrain, we’re having fun at someones expense other than you right now. You should let me run with this for awhile. I mean, this rackoshit guy is a Grade A++ moron. Even more so than you. I mean look at this. He thinks when teams bring in players they don’t discuss money. Here is a sample conversation between a top draft prospect, agent Drew Rosenhaus and rackoshit the new GM:
Rackoshit: come on in and sit down fellas. Would you like some lemonade?? I made it myself.
Rosenhaus: Sure. Look Mr. Rackoshit, your team has been struggling but my client might be the best prospect at his position to come out in years. He is going to make your team better instantaneously. But first, we have to see what kind of cap allotment..
Rackoshit: Brownie?? I made them myself. Look we could talk draft allotment slot, but I would rather show you both the begonias I planted back behind the practice field.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Teabag, we’ve had plenty of good hard hitting safeties as well.
Stacy Toran
George Atkinson
Jack tatum
Ronnie Lott
Rod Woodson
We may be adding Hiram Eugene to this list (don’t sleep)
Eric Turner
Vann McElroy and many others….
August 10th, 2009 at 9:15 pm
Raiderhaterhater
Your “brother’s” reports from camp, sound just like Jerry’s. too funny.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
Recent winning programs have that marquee knock your head off, ball hawking safety. The guy we all thought Michael Huff was going to be. Hopefully, Mike Mitchell can be that guy.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
much better list of safeties Priest..but lets face it..teams dont fear us over the middle nor do the recievers..we have not punished anybody in quite a few years..too soft and it is finally being addressed..
August 10th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
Oakglen, how bad is your life if your behavior is this ridiculous ? You need help man..
August 10th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
Hayes,
What’s up bro?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
Where’s Stu on your safety list?????????????
August 10th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
Good to hear about DHB getting better and better.
Good to hear that Kirk is actually feeling the pressure.
Love the toughness of Warren fighting through the heat.
Have we cut Sands yet?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
yeah it might sound just like Jerry’s but its a second opinion reiterating the first…i had his report before Jerry posted his..
August 10th, 2009 at 9:19 pm
When it’s all said and done, DHB will make the entire league look like idiots. Including the ones on this blog.
You can teach route running. You can teach proper ball catching techniques. You can’t teach, HEART, DISCIPLINE, RESPECT FOR THE GAME, and HARD WORK.
That’s something the dimwits just don’t get.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
Good Evening Gents.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:22 pm
DHB is going to contribute, and contribute often. PERIOD
August 10th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
I’ll say it again …
I’m a little concerned about Mitchell’s progress. I see his thirst for a big hit leading to him getting beat over the top. I hope he understands that he needs to let the big hits come to him. He can’t focus so much on the underneath pattern that will get him the big hit, and release his guy over the top.
Conversely, I like what I’m hearing about Branch and his coverage abilities.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
I know but let’s give these kids a chance and see if they can change that. MM, Branch and Eugene seem to be the kind of players we’ve been looking for, let’s see if they can make their mark. So we’ll see…
August 10th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
Its awesome if Crabs sits out the season and DHB puts up numbers..All those effin niner fans and critics can kiss AD’s ass…The old man has a few trick up his sleeve…maybe the game hasnt passed him by…just yet.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
missedabrain, I have a truly wonderful life. See ya at the game!!
August 10th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
MIKE MITCHELL > bob sanders…..
I bet WR will second guess themselves.
BRANCH MITCHELL………Heads will roll
August 10th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
O — Did you get your guitar yet?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:26 pm
Honestly guys, posting a few hours ago (before I was so rudely interrupted by missedabrain making stupid insinuations), I would not expect a big year out of Heyward-Bey. With all the other weapons on the field, the best thing for DHB would be to make some contributions but open things up for the other playmakers, which in turn will open opportunities for him later in the year or in his 2nd year.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:27 pm
I dont agree with everything MR. Davis Does but the picks of DHB, MM, Murphy makes you wonder, he must still have something in the tank….I dont agree with how he runs the business but man I like these picks…
August 10th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
Hayes,
Not yet, still shopping! Why?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
Jhill, other than QB, SS might be the toughest position to learn in the NFL. Again, I would have a hard time believing he is going to make a big contribution his lst year. I think they are going to ease him in. They almost have to.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
Yeah im not a huge Eugene fan..hes ok- has his moments..but not sold on his coverage skills. I am pulling for Tyvon and Mitchell..havent seen Tyvon yet but im anxious to see what he can do… Hes supposed to be a hitter…and according to these reports hes good in coverage…enough of the huff experiment…
August 10th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
I don’t know Oak!
I disagree!
DHB is running all the routes, has the advertised speed, so he should be starting. If he starts, I think he should get 5 or 6 balls thrown his way each game. At least! With all the weapons we have, as you say, there is no way DC will be able to keep that S back all game. JRuss needs to recognize single coverage and get him the ball.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
Jhiill he has to learn and the only way to learn is get beat. Unfortunately that’s the way it is. The good thing about Mitchell is his athleticism, he’s not as stiff in his hips as most big hitters are. He can flat out run and chase. Has makeup speed and is a ball hawk. This kid has the tools to be great and now he has to learn, his best asset is he is not timid. Can we say HUFF!! he is going to make mistakes………period will he get in the film room and learn from them? that’s the difference.
It’s obvious that DHB is doing lot’s of film work you don’t improve at the rate that he is improving unless you are in the film room constantly. And an extremely hard worker.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
I do agree that Mitchell will be worked in slowly. He, unlike DHB, is not running with the first team.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
I would prefer to see balace on offense. Not one “star” but utilize everyone, and the stats are balanced. Makes it harder for defenses to account for everyone. This is going to be the test for most DCO’s who do we key in on ZMILLER, MBUSH, DMAC, DHB, JLH, MURPHY, FARGAS, *WALKER. some of these guys will see
1 on 1. This offense can and should cause several matchup problems.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
What’s funny Thec is (an all the Al haters are REALLY going to hate this) I think Davis has taken MORE control of the team in the last three years. Look at the pix over the last three years: Jamarcus, Mario, JLH, Michael Bush, Bowie, Richardson, Dmac, Branch, Shields, Trev Scott, Shilens, Along with the ones you name. These are CLASSIC Davis choices.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
# jhill Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
I don’t know Oak!
I disagree!
DHB is running all the routes, has the advertised speed, so he should be starting. If he starts, I think he should get 5 or 6 balls thrown his way each game. At least! With all the weapons we have, as you say, there is no way DC will be able to keep that S back all game. JRuss needs to recognize single coverage and get him the ball.
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I COMPLETELY AGREE! I just think there are probably some fans here who are expecting DHB to have 99 receptions, 1400 yrds and 22 TD’s his lst year. I would expect 40 receptions, 750 yards, and 6 scores. Because I think those numbers would open things up for a LOT of other playmakers on O.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
Some players demand that they be on the field with their abilities, like Marcus Allen, Bo, Wiz, Matt Millen and Gene Upshaw.
We have had players force the coaches to play them Greg Beikert for instance. Charles Woodson forced the coaches to play him. DHB could be that type.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
Wow, another infamous meltdown by Oakglenn. You have some issues bro.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
TJ,..call Gary in the morning about 9:30, P-Con said thats the best time,..and you may speak about the Raiders…in case you dont know, you are no longer banned. Gary said so.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Yup, I agree with you on DHB, Priest.
He is OBVIOUSLY working on everything. It’s always being reported that he’s the last one to leave the locker room, stays late working with the juggs machine. You gotta love that!
August 10th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
Like I said dont agree with how the franchise is ran..
In getting MIKE MITCHELL, We beat the bears to the punch, this is well documented. MITCHELL even said in a interview that chicago said stay by the phone we are about to pick you i think 49th overall. Mr. Davis swoops in and picks him. Makes you wonder, why then did we get so much heat. When you think of chicago you think of butkus, singletary, big hitters, that put the fear in you. If Mr. Davis is responsible i am on record in saying he i on point with his picks….
August 10th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
Ok, Oak!
Those would be good #s for him, and are about what I was thinking. Maybe a few more TDs.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:41 pm
I never have melted down in my life einstein. where did I melt down??
August 10th, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Oak-
the Raiders may be a run first team and i agree he may not put up crazy numbers but make no mistake about it, the Raiders will take their shots downfield…opening things up for the running game and when the defense puts eight in the box then lookout..we go over the top again.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:43 pm
Jhill, TD’s are the issue with this team. If we could score TD’s not FG’s our defense could take more chances.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:44 pm
lights out Raider Nation..GO RAIDERS
August 10th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
Thec,
JRuss needs to be the one to distribute the balance. He needs to have at least 25 attempts each game.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:46 pm
DHB is going to add HUGE dimensions to our offensive diversity. Provided he can actually make plays. I think he can. He needs confidence certainly. Mixing him in slowly and getting him the rock will help that.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:47 pm
jhill Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
Thec,
JRuss needs to be the one to distribute the balance. He needs to have at least 25 attempts each game.
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Of course, I would prefer to see that vs 1 guy getting all the touches. JRUSS mixs it up nice, makes it tougher on the defense.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
Oak. those stats are what I’m starting to expect from DHB. But at the rate this guy is improving it’s starting to look like he can do what ever he wishes, the sky is the limit. Who knows?? the things he’s doing in practice are almost unheard of..
He’s is quite frankly writing his own book of what to expect. Tim Brown, Jerry Rice never did this stuff in their first ever training camp.
Who knows?!?
August 10th, 2009 at 9:49 pm
Some of that has to do with his recent play in practice. Mitchell is struggling in pass coverage, something secondary coach Lionel Washington gets on him about every chance he gets.
Mitchell is just as hard on himself for recent goal-line struggles, the kind that are hard to notice in a crowded box from where reporters are allowed to sit.
“Being physical is something I like to do. I’m disappointed in the way I’ve been, though. We’ve had some live goal line periods where I haven’t made the tackle and they’ve gotten in. In that sense I’ve been kind of disappointed, but I’m doing everything I can to get that corrected and take the right angles, and that means you’ve got to hit Mike Bush low. He’s a big boy. But Thursday I’ll be ready and we’ll see what happens.”
August 10th, 2009 at 9:50 pm
2. Mitchell giving backup quarterback Bruce Gradkowski a two-handed shove in the back as Gradkowski scrambled out of bounds. Gradkowski helmet-budded the rookie, and his point is valid: relax.
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We need to get MITCHELL infront of the opposition. Sounds like he is having hitters withdrawl. Cable may be next.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
There you go again with this mix him in slowly business, Oak! I thought you just said that you agree he should start? And when he’s not doubled, you throw him the pelota!
All of that should start this Thursday!
August 10th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
It’s funny priest but I look at DHB the way I look at bringing in a rookie point guard to a BBall team or like the way the St. Louis Cardinals got Matt Holliday. They are not there to carry the team, they are there to get others involved, or in Hollidays case, make them pitch to Pujols at number four. In other words, make every one around him better. That, would be a nice rookie contribution for him.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:54 pm
I understand where you are going with the Tim Brown and Jerry Rice comparisons, but the guy has a LONG way to go before he should be mentioned in the same breath as those guys.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:54 pm
No Jhill, I think you are right. Start him, have some plays called for him, but NO WAY is he “the Man”. If he can contribute, get off the line and pull defenders, it is going to open a LOT of things up. That’s how I would use him, at least initially.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:54 pm
Thec07, that’s funny as hell. hahaha!! but it’s obviously true Mitchell is a real meathead. That kid is crazy. The sooner they get him outta camp the better, before he kills somebody.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
Everytime someone mentions DHB, i think if “coked out’
and “Gorrilla Face”.
Tom Jackson is grape ape…
August 10th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Let’s get on with this, man!
Bush and McFadden on the field on the shotgun set with DHB and Chaz on the field. Split Miller wide, or release McFadden to the slot.
I want to see A LOT of that set. You can run and pass out of that formation and you have your best players on the field. Save the I formation for when we have a nice lead and in the 4th qtr.
I also want to see a lot of the 2 TE sets.
August 10th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
priesttj Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:54 pm
Thec07, that’s funny as hell. hahaha!! but it’s obviously true Mitchell is a real meathead. That kid is crazy. The sooner they get him outta camp the better, before he kills somebody.
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BHP, ROFLMFAO…….. I saw his raiders rookie interview. He is a very well spoken kid, very engaging.
You would never suspect him of being a meathead….
I would be surprised if he doesnt knock someone out on thursday, he clearly has issues… Good ones…
August 10th, 2009 at 10:00 pm
We’re kinda saying the same thing Oak, but he would become the man as soon as he is single covered. Why not, if he is open? And if he can beat Nnamdi in practice now, he will be open in games.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:00 pm
jhill Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Let’s get on with this, man!
Bush and McFadden on the field on the shotgun set with DHB and Chaz on the field. Split Miller wide, or release McFadden to the slot.
I want to see A LOT of that set. You can run and pass out of that formation and you have your best players on the field. Save the I formation for when we have a nice lead and in the 4th qtr.
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IF your a DCO how do you defend agqinst that set???
August 10th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
Hayes,
Is that all? That’s all you wanted to know?lol
August 10th, 2009 at 10:03 pm
What’s up Nation?
How can I see the game this Thursday? Will it be online or do I just have to wait for tape delay?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:04 pm
504, what uo Bro? notsure if the game will be on TV.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:04 pm
I’ve heard the same stuff for years, and years, haven’t seen it since Cliff Branch though. So excuse me, if I’m a little skeptical.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:07 pm
O — Didn’t want to jump in, while you were getting plenty of good advice so far on guitars…it’s hard to go wrong with the name-brands you’re looking at, even their entry-level models.
But, there are a few more options you may consider…there are plenty of great guitars, from beginner-to-collector quality, waiting to be adopted at local pawn shops. Some pawn shops have INCREDIBLE guitar collections at great prices.
Entry-level guitars abound, because lots of people don’t ever play them, after they find out it’s not such an easy instrument. Your $300-ish budget will go far at a pawn shop with a decent guitar collection.
But, what I wanted to tell you was what I found in my just-arrived Sam Ash Music catalog…
I know you were talking about accoustic and accoustic/electrics…and there’s a very interesting deal right now for a Fender Stratacoustic Electric. It’s not a standard accoustic body, but it’s not designed for that. Sam Ash has it on sale for only $129.
That’s a great price for a name-brand entry-level guitar. It doesn’t sound as “full” as some of those others when not plugged-in, but it does when it’s on. Add a $25 used practice amp you can find on craigslist, and you’re in business for when you can turn it up a little. I’ve heard this guitar played at a showcase, paired with a accoustic/electric bass, and they sounded great.
Of course, just like everything else, people are going to say “Don’t buy that, get XXX…” They’re all right, and all wrong. Buy what YOU think SOUNDS GOOD to you now…but also what you think you may be happy with AFTER you learn to play.
That’s hard to do with entry-levels, and if you aren’t sure just how much you’re going to enjoy playing…spend the smallest amount of money you can on a decent rig, and be happy with it. If you become a real player…then swapping out your entry-level stuff for more intermediate equipment will be easily justified.
As far as being happy with the product…even for the lowest-priced product, Fender, Ibanez, Yamaha, et al all want your business, and they take care of their customers. They know most new players get “branded” as soon as they find their first instrument they love, and you’ll probably be a buyer of their products for life.
If you can get that Ovation CC24S for anywhere near $300, that’s a great buy on a great guitar at the price-point. Sam Ash says they only have 20 of those Fender Stratacoustics per store…and they have some So-Cal stores, but I don’t know how near to you they are.
No matter what you decide on…make sure you deal for a good strap, and a decent gig bag or case. These are things you can negotiate for in-person, but not when shopping online. A few lessons can be negotiated, too.
Check out samashmusic. com and musiciansfriend. com and compare some prices. (There are big fans of both, and haters of both).
I’ve shopped both online numerous times, with excellent results, and never had a shipping hassle from either company. But, the best relationship is the one I have with my local music store…where even they sometimes are able to match the big boys’ prices.
Don’t forget craigslist (buyer beware)! No matter where you buy, don’t be afraid of spending $300 for a decent rig that looks and sounds good to you. Spend even less, and worry even less that you made a mistake.
I think anybody who can find out they can/can’t play an instrument for anywhere near $200-300 or less, hasn’t made a mistake at all — they’ve spread their horizons.
Good luck!
August 10th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
I’m kinda with KK on this. There were other players that I would have liked to have drafted, so I am a little skeptical myself, especially of the raves in practice. It will be nice to see them against other rookie players and assorted vets, at least we can get a tiny bit more evaluation of them at that point. The Cowgirls starting corners, Newman and Jenkins aren’t going to play so that might be something to consider.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:10 pm
# 504 Raider Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 10:03 pm
What’s up Nation?
How can I see the game this Thursday? Will it be online or do I just have to wait for tape delay?
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Where are you?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:17 pm
Jhill, my point is this, we need to forget everything that’s EVER been said about this kid. And let him write his own book because that’s what he’s doing.
I saw both Jerry and Tim as rookies and Marcus Allen. DHB’s camp so far is reminiscent of Marcus Allen when he shutup all doubters and killed the 49ers on opening day. It took Jerry and Tim until at least their second seasons to show what this kid is showing.
I would bet dollars to doughnuts even the coaches are very surprised.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:19 pm
DHB is very different than anything I ever expected.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:23 pm
NFL Cornerbacks have seen fast guys before, you know. Most of them are fast themselves. They usually play off them a little bit, ok?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:23 pm
Hayes,
Thank you so much, and ireally appreciate that grwat info.
I know what I want, it’s the Yamaha FG730S, the Tobacco finish. It’s 299 + tax.
The deal that I’m looking for is 300 even with a soft case.
Pawn Shop!!!! That’s a great idea bro, I live close to SDSD, so there are a lot of pawn shops around.
Yamaha FG730S:
Solid sitka Spruce top.
Rosewood back, sides, and bridge.
Body & neck Binding
August 10th, 2009 at 10:27 pm
Hayes,
Excuse my spelling, but I got too excited.
I wanted a Guitar since I was 13!
August 10th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
Hayes,
I also like the Seagull S6, but it’s too much for me. 399+ tax.
Maybe I can find it at a pawn shop for 200- $250.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
O,
You ever go to the guitar center in near grossmont mall?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:30 pm
You mean like Fabes and D Hall played off guys Kell?
DHB should love that! No bump, just free releases? Soon as they turn their hips, cut outside, slant inside, hook it up.
He’s not just running the famous James Jett and Alvis Whitted fly patterns.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
He’s not just running the famous James Jett and Alvis Whitted fly patterns.
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Have you seen him play?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
KK are you reading what the kid is doing in camp?? when have you ever read anything like it?? I know I haven’t from a rookie. From a 5 year vet OK!! but this kid was supposed to be the REACH of the draft until we drafted Mitchell!! hahaha………but you get my point?
2 months ago they were laughing………..you hear any laughter?? it’s all stopped.
So I say let him write his own book and we’ll just sit and read it. Stop predicting what he will or wont do. Just let him do it…
August 10th, 2009 at 10:35 pm
Yes I have and it’s scary as hell if you’re on defense.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
Have you seen him play?
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LOL! Cmon, are u serious?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
Priesttj Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 10:35 pm
Yes I have and it’s scary as hell if you’re on defense.
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Oh yeah, I forgot you’ve been perusing the coache’s film on him for years, sorry.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:41 pm
2. Darrius Heyward-Bey making a one-handed cradle catch on the sideline as he ran under another Russell timing pass against Jason Horton. Speed plus hands equals hope for the No. 7 overall pick.
3. DHB catching a short fireball from Russell over the middle — in traffic.
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There you go KK, from someone who was actually watching them live.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
Kool Kell,
DHB is going against the best corner in the game, Asomugha, and making plays. I mean really. You can’t be serious, right.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
something other than the fly patterns.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:43 pm
I’m not saying Bey is not good, because I don’t know.
But when I hear him mentioned with Jerry Rice & Marcus Allen, I’m compelled to say, whoa son.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:44 pm
Thec,
That was the 1st place I went to, but the new FG730 is 299, and the used was 199 but it was USED.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:44 pm
Nope saw him play 2 games, same as when I saw Randy Moss. It was the same reaction as when I saw Moss. He will get open, he will catch the ball and he will score. Randy has been doing just that ever since I saw him in that Bowl game.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:45 pm
Point to a catch he made over Nnamdi.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:46 pm
Well folks, good news on DHB. This is what I like to hear. Meanwhile, Crabtree is proving to be a royal pain in the arse across the bay. Hahahaha. Hehehehe.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
Thec,
I found us a place in your area to join our Nation Brothers and Sisters on Sunday. Star Gazer in chula vista!
August 10th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
DHB, Jerry Rice, Marcus Allen, now Randy Moss. oooooohh, my gawd man.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
The two most interesting people in all of this might be Hackett and Tollner. Tollner has done a pretty good job his whole career including working with Hall of Famers Jim Kelly and Andre Reed and Thurman Thomas. Hackett did a very solid job as AS last year.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
In their first training camp……………duh! they’ve had the luxury of having played their entire careers. I was comparing TRAINING CAMPS………but i get it, it’s tough to digest. So be it.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
Can’t wait to see these fellas play on Thursday. Just remember folks….whatever happens on Thur….whether the outcome is real good, real bad, or somewhere in betweem….it’s ONLY PRESEASON. Remember when Art Shell’s team had a good preseason? Yeah…so just calm down.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:50 pm
Have you really not been keeping up with the reports KK?
DHB gets open regularly……….. and on these defensive backs, that’s no easy task. When defensive coordinator John Marshall admits that in his 30 years of coaching, “I’d have to say this is the fastest group of corners and coverage people that I have had,” that’s saying something–……..and DHB is beating all of them….. Fred Biletnikoff, Cliff Branch, and Jerry Rice all had trouble catching the ball early in their careers and if DHB can be half as good as that trio with his hands, he’s worthy of a first-round selection…….. He’s beaten everyone from Nnamdi Asomugha …..
That’s just one piece from a camp observer.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
BHP,
They showed a clip of him in practice on NFLN. He expolede of the line!! Exploded!!!!! Not even Randy did what I saw. Amazing!
August 10th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
Glad to help, O — Those pawn shops will probably have what you need…even a better guitar than you thought you could afford.
Guitar Center and Sam Ash are about the same…kinda like Chevy and GMC (but owned by different parent cos.)..they offer mostly the same gear, and their prices are pretty close. They’ll price-match, and they have selections that’ll make you drool. You’re used to dealing with college kids and the like already, so you’ll deal fine with their sale people.
And…if you spend $300 on a beautiful guitar, and never learn to play it…it’s a piece of art itself…and it’ll look better in your home than most $300 pieces of art you’ll find. Playing it? That’s magic.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Jhill
How long you been following football?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
Ask Nnamdi….stupid the kids made every catch who else is he catching them on it’s whoever they put on him. He’s doing it to them all……what a retard!
When camp first started he was dropping them Nnam was intimidating him. HE AINT intimidated anymore, they are. Go back a few threads and read Nnamdi’s comments, you ever heard him say that about a rookie or anyone else?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
Jhill
If you’ve never been bullshyted by a coach in the newspaper before, you haven’t lived.
Particulairly in August. I’m just suggesting you don’t get carried away. He’s yet to play a single game in the NFL.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
How long have I been following football?
What does that have to do with the answer to your question? You asked for a time when he beat Nnamdi, and I gave you a specific comment from someone in camp?
Not quite sure what your point is.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
whats up nation brothers.
cant wait for thursday. even though its just preseason i hope we win. dont want to here it from these cowgirl fans down here until turkey day…
August 10th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
That wasn’t from Cable. It was from a reporter.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
Raider O, they just don’t get it, this kid is a freakin’ nightmare!
August 10th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
Priest
If you’ve got comments by Nnamdi, post them.
And what else would you expect?
August 10th, 2009 at 10:59 pm
Priest
I’ve had your assurances before, to no avail.
August 10th, 2009 at 10:59 pm
Probably a little early for comparisons at this point. I understand the temptation, especially since some of the greats struggled early on, but camp warriors come and go.
That said, I’m excited about DHB’s workouts. And, man am I glad we didn’t get Crabtree. Also, we may have found something in Murphy. Was excited about this pick from Day 1.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
check out this site KK …
It has A LOT of the stuff you’re asking for.
http://tfdssports.com/2009/08/08/training-camp—day-11-morning-quick-thoughts.html
August 10th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
Hayes,
If I don’t play it, which I don’t think will happen. Then I would just give it away. A guitar needs to be played. I have a few friends who play.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
KK — You’re kidding me, right? Nobody’s allowed to acknowledge that (reports of) DHB doing better than expected (by some) is exciting?
It’s amazingly awesome news for any fan to hear…that his team’s #1 pick is making strides in his first camp…going against some of the league’s best pass-defenders. That’s amazingly awesome news for fans to hear (or see!!).
Now…I don’t see anybody comparing DHB to those HOF’ers you mention, except to compare their rookie progress. Of course, nobody knows if DHB’s going to be great. But, even the haters are realizing this guy just might have the goods. One thing I’m fairly certain of…if he’s healthy at the end of camp, DHB will be as ready as any WR picked in this year’s draft.
Cheer up, KK! It’s OK every now and then!!
August 10th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
Don’t believe him? Just ask All Pro corner Nnamdi Asomugha.
“Anytime he comes off the ball if you’re pressing him — first of all, he’s not a guy you want to press all the time because of his speed — but when you’re pressing him, anytime he comes off the ball, he comes off confident, like, “I know that I can run by you.” You can tell that from him so that can put fear in a corner. I think that’s going to help him in the long run…in the short run, actually. It’s going to help him soon.”
August 10th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Jhill Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
check out this site KK …
It has A LOT of the stuff you’re asking for.
http://tfdssports.com/2009/08/08/training-camp—day-11-morning-quick-thoughts.html
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Not really.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
You’ve got it figured, O. You’ll enjoy it for sure.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:07 pm
Otherwise, JaMarcus has been showing nice touch and putting speedballs in tight windows again.
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Yes, yes, yes. Way to practice, JRuss.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:07 pm
Alright, I’m out.
It’s a great night to be a Raiders fan. Isn’t it?
August 10th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
Kell you’re grasping for straws now. You asked for a post that said DHB was making plays on Nnamdi. You’re showed one from a coach and now you’re basically saying that the coaches are lying to make DHB look good.
I understand that he hasn’t played a game yet. I think it’s funny though that when he was DROPPING PASSES in camp, everyone said, “Oh see he’s a bust, he can’t catch”.
Now that he’s catching everything in sight in this SAME CAMP, I’m hearing, “Oh well it’s just camp. You can’t go off of that.”
So once again…Which one is it?? Training camp is only a valid assessment when DHB’s dropping passes, but it doesn’t mean anything when he’s catching them, right? Come on people.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
Like I said, what else is Nnamdi supposed to say about a teammate?
Best wishes.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:10 pm
BHP,
The Kid is a Superior Athlete.
I wanted Monroe too, but im starting to like this draft. We drafted a freakish Arhlete, a hard hitter, a TE who can Block, and 2 good football players ( Matt S & Murphy).
Not bad for an Old Man who can’t pick players or talent. The 07 draft is looking better every year.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:10 pm
KK, just what in hell am I assuring YOU of, I”ve said what I have to say. Let’s forget everything we’ve heard about this kid. Let him write his own book, because so far everyone has been WRONG, including me when it comes to DHB.
Just let HIM do it, do you see any assurances in that?
August 10th, 2009 at 11:11 pm
WR Javon Walker taking throw from intern Danny Southwick, any day now he’ll be back. Hands are very impressive. Very.
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Not a lot of discussion on Walker but some of the comments from the writers seem pretty positive. I’ve been hard on this guy (deservedly so) but I really hope he bounces back.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
Hayes,
Have a great night, and thank you for the info. ( it shows what kind of person you are)
August 10th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
KK,
The Kif is an Athlete, you can’t argue that.
6′2 210, runs a sub 4.3, and explodes with a great burst of speed.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
*the kid….
August 10th, 2009 at 11:19 pm
Bey was average in college, Mitchell wasn’t even invited to the combine.
Fans are making all kinds of projections, that’s cool. But I’ve been stomped on way too much to get carried away by stuff I haven’t seen. I’ve heard August projections for years & years.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
KK,
The Kif is an Athlete, you can’t argue that.
6′2 210, runs a sub 4.3, and explodes with a great burst of speed.
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Wow! I don’t think the League has seen that before.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:21 pm
# priesttj Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Teabag, we’ve had plenty of good hard hitting safeties as well.
Stacy Toran
George Atkinson
Jack tatum
Ronnie Lott
Rod Woodson
We may be adding Hiram Eugene to this list (don’t sleep)
Eric Turner
Vann McElroy and many others….
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Rod Woodson wasnt a blow up hitter… Neither was Eric Turner..
Ronnie Lott was a stop gap and so was Rod Woodson…And Eric Turner for that matter (God bless his soul)
Toran played what 2 season before his tragic death… was good, not really a knock out hitter… but I digress
For the rest of those guys… I really dont put much stock into the pre 80’s guys. It just reminds me that AL is chasing the glory days and his recipe has failed time and time again.
And for the guy who mentioned that on my list Eddie Anderson was the only big hitter…
Marquis Anderson wasnt a big hitter?? lol – I guess you never seen the play where he blew up a Lorenzo Neal lead block and laid him on his back.. Sorry, hitting was the ONLY thing Anderson could do..
Pope WAS in fact a big hitter.. He just didnt fly around and hit people like he did in St Louis or San Fran.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
When we drafted Marcus Allen they said it was an unnecessary reach. That he wul’ve lasted later in the 1st rnd. He was tooo slow couldn’t break tackles and fumbled like crazy.
They said Al Davis was losing it, ever heard that one? when Marcus heard it it pissed him off. He came to camp wanting to show them what he could do. We had a great HB named Kenny King, by the second preaseason game Marcus was starting and the rest is history.
And that is why I say what I said, critics don’t know. The pundits sometimes have hidden agendas.
It’s time we let DHB speak for himself.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:24 pm
Hey, we have a guy who cant cover, but supposedly can bring the lumber. (Mitchell) .. And we have a guy who wont even sneeze on a ballcarrier but can cover them OK but has no nose for the ball and cant anticipate (Huff).. Now, if AL can find a way two merge these two guys into ONE player.. he MIGHT be onto something… NOWWWW I see the method behind all this madness!!! Yes, Mitchell being picked second overall might have been just what we needed to complete HUFF!
August 10th, 2009 at 11:24 pm
second by the Raiders*
August 10th, 2009 at 11:27 pm
KK,
lol
I’m not saying the kid will a PB, but he can help us now. His speed alone will help keep the Defense honest. That should help everyone else on Offfense.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:32 pm
I’ll be looking for how well the Raiders execute vis a vie Dallas thursday.
Gnite all.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:34 pm
Good night KK.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
You obviously have never seen Eric Turner play. And you don’t know squat about Stacy. Ronnie, Rod and Eric were at the twilight years but all in their prime were top notch hitters. Stacy played about 5 years he just started late I think his 2nd season but he was a vicious hitter. So was Nnamdi before they moved him.
There are hitters and there are HITTERS, Tatum and Lott were HITTERS and the rest were all about the same.
But this kid is a HITTER in the reall sense. If and when He puts it all together he could be special. So we’ll see… only a couple more days!!
August 10th, 2009 at 11:38 pm
priesttj Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
When we drafted Marcus Allen they said it was an unnecessary reach. That he wul’ve lasted later in the 1st rnd. He was tooo slow couldn’t break tackles and fumbled like crazy.
They said Al Davis was losing it, ever heard that one? when Marcus heard it it pissed him off. He came to camp wanting to show them what he could do. We had a great HB named Kenny King, by the second preaseason game Marcus was starting and the rest is history.
And that is why I say what I said, critics don’t know. The pundits sometimes have hidden agendas.
It’s time we let DHB speak for himself.
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That’s why the draft is really beginning to make me sick. You have all these clowns on TV making all these bold statements, knowing that they won’t have to own up to any of it. Add a little hate from folks like Tom Jackson, and you have some real BS.
Shoot, just the other day I heard a clown from a non-sports radio show commenting on something he had no business talking about. He said that there was “controversy” in Raiders camp over the walk through practices at the beginning of camp and that players were questioning it and saying “what’s going on here?”. To further prove how unqualified he was, he talked about Walter going to the Patriots but he didn’t say it was Walter. He said, and I quote, “I don’t know his name…Russell? I don’t know.” I wanted to rip him a new one but I knew I wouldn’t get on the air.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:43 pm
Good night Gents. Later Nation.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:47 pm
NEWS, you’re kidding right? that’s just too freakin’ funny. lol well there you have it.
August 10th, 2009 at 11:50 pm
Well, Adios!
Just thinking Jerry must be delighted with all this progress. What will he report about now? Russell farted??
August 10th, 2009 at 11:50 pm
I wish I was kidding. Just some station we have set to wake to. I thought I was still dreaming or something. But it was real….
August 10th, 2009 at 11:51 pm
have a good night…I’m out too.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:35 am
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August 11th, 2009 at 1:03 am
# priesttj Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
You obviously have never seen Eric Turner play. And you don’t know squat about Stacy. Ronnie, Rod and Eric were at the twilight years but all in their prime were top notch hitters. Stacy played about 5 years he just started late I think his 2nd season but he was a vicious hitter. So was Nnamdi before they moved him.
There are hitters and there are HITTERS, Tatum and Lott were HITTERS and the rest were all about the same.
But this kid is a HITTER in the reall sense. If and when He puts it all together he could be special. So we’ll see… only a couple more days!!
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#1 – I saw Eric Turner play in college, in Cleveland andin Oakland.. Was not a vicious hitter.. a GOOD hitter, was a coverage first safety.. Eric Turner played the ball before the man.
Lol.. are you also the authority on who has seen Stacy Toran play and who hasn’t?? I know who Stacy Toran is. I have been a Raider fan plenty long enough, Thanks.
ok…. Nnamdi was NOT anywhere near a vicious hitter… Nnamdi had one good hit his whole career on Derrick Blaylock vs the Chiefs. he only blew him up because the ball was hanging on a pass to the flat and my 6 year old son (Hell, even my 5 year old and he is FRAIL) could have blown Blaylock up. One hit DOES not make you a great hitter. If it did, Stu would be All Pro when he lit up Tony Gonzalez.
August 11th, 2009 at 1:32 am
When I say vicious hitter I mean he’d hit you just as soon as look at ya’. As I said there are Hitters and there are hitters, Nnamdi coming in would lay you out if he got the chance and still will. Rod Woodson early in his career was a very physical corner. Stacy Toran was also one of better hitting safeties we’ve had. Nnamdi has lost weight to play the corner but when he came in he was 6′ 3″ 220 and would hit. He now plays at 210 at best. Nnamdi would’ve been one of the best safeties to ever play had he stayed there.
Stacy was lighting people up in practice and made a name for himself. He had one memorable hit because he played sparingly as a safety but I see Hiram Eugene the same as I saw Nnamdi. Hiram is 6′ 3″ about 220 right now. I met Hiram when he was a raw rookie and tld him to just play full speed all the time and he’ll have a chance to make the team. He’s still here and he’s probably the most underrated player on the roster. very versatile could easily switch to corner and be very good. He played corner in college. One player a veteran said he had the smoothest backpedal and was extemely athletic. He wanted to play corner and I told do whatever they ask and do it as well as you can and you’ll stick, he’s still here.
I have been having those same type of conversations with a DE can’t name him he was a rookie FA and he’s in his second year. He may get cut I’m not sure but I tell him to liten to coach Board because dwaine Board was a lot like him when he was a young player. And he’ll get a fair shot. So we’ll see…
As far as Eric Turner I saw him almost kill Mervyn Fernandez when he was with Cleveland. he hit him in the endzone but Mervyn held on for a TD. But after that Mervyn was never the same.
August 11th, 2009 at 1:35 am
I meant to say Nnamdi had one memorable hit because he played sparingly as a safety. If Nnamdi had stayed there wouldn’t be looking for a safety now.
August 11th, 2009 at 2:56 am
I kinda wish the raiders would have signed brian dawkins as a free agent this year instaed of the broncos. He could have taught huff and the rest of those younger safeties how to play the position like a pro. Man can you imagine tha fire and energy he’d bring to this team, especially being a team on the rise. I would have loved to see bd coming out of the tunnel in that silver and black bouncing and jumping around like he does. Not even on the field and just watching him gets me hyped.lol
August 11th, 2009 at 3:15 am
What’s up, yeah before we got Mitchell I wanted Dawkins too, I think Huff is a lost cause at FS and should just move him to cb .
August 11th, 2009 at 3:48 am
yea i’d be more comfortable going into the season with brien dawkins back there than hiram eugene.
August 11th, 2009 at 4:24 am
good morning nation…
someone call the roll…
August 11th, 2009 at 4:29 am
i am very optimistic about this coming year…
and i think i am more optimistic this year than any other since 2003…
but…
i do wonder who’s going to stop the run…
we still have depth issues at DT… and a serious talent / desire issue… (ya hear me, turdell???)
rotating defensive ends into the defensive tackle slots is not a good answer… and that’s been something we’ve been doing for several years now…
we need to keep an eye out for a DT being released by another club… not a starter, just a decent serviceable DT that can spell our starters on a long series…
August 11th, 2009 at 4:43 am
Good Morning NATION!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 4:50 am
Hey Good Morning, my East Coast Raider brethren (and those on the West Coast who are getting up REALLY, REALLY, early!)
August 11th, 2009 at 4:51 am
Has anybody heard whether or not we are going to bring in John Runyan for a “look-see” on the O-line?
August 11th, 2009 at 5:25 am
Florida Pete,
I was thinking the same thing regarding a DT.
But it is hard enough to cut down to 53, let alone leaving a spot open for an unknown commodity.
August 11th, 2009 at 5:39 am
i would run with 2 QBs on the roster…
and Garcia needs to go… trade him for a cupcake…
he is not helpful…
and i happen to think he’s pretty much a has-been…
August 11th, 2009 at 5:40 am
I think Marshall is going 2 give us new looks with these new young players that were just drafted.Altho we still need a DT or 2,these fast ,young ,high-stat rookies ard gonna tudn some heads and maybe crack a couple 2 =),imo
August 11th, 2009 at 5:40 am
Florida Pete:
I haven’t scouted out the whole NFC yet, but in the AFC it looks like there is some decent depth along the defensive front in Miami, Indy and Tennessee. I don’t know about the quality of all the players on their depth charts, but if we are looking for young, eager players to bring in (after cuts), these may be three camps to keep our eyes on.
August 11th, 2009 at 5:41 am
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August 11th, 2009 at 5:43 am
I will have to admit, Nation, I was one of the ones who was excited about bringing in Garcia during the offseason. But now, it’s almost like getting a date with the most gorgeous girl in school, only to find out she has herpes. Jettison the old gray beard, and let’s develop Frye and Graddy-boy as our backups!
August 11th, 2009 at 5:43 am
Bo’s boy
Danny Southwick
August 11th, 2009 at 5:44 am
Hey, isn’t he from Dallas – the Southwick Ranch?
August 11th, 2009 at 5:46 am
eh,could B tbone =)
August 11th, 2009 at 5:48 am
Southwick was waived 7-29-09
August 11th, 2009 at 5:52 am
Hey, there’s a 6′ 300+ lb. tub of lard from San Francisco who just got cut from the defensive line last week — his name is Babatunde Oshinowo. We could always put him in there and just let him take up space; he might not make tackles, but at least he could fill a gap or two. We might even be able to even him by telling him that the QB is a “steak sandwich au jus”!
August 11th, 2009 at 5:54 am
Sorry, I meant “we might even be able to motivate him” (poor effort on my part!)
August 11th, 2009 at 5:54 am
I’m for having only two QBs on the roster and one on the practice squad.
In a pinch, McFadden could run the Wildcat.
I hope Al is listening to us. He’s getting some quality advice here.
August 11th, 2009 at 5:54 am
Date Pos. Player Description
08/06/2009 DE Derrick Burgess Traded to New England
08/05/2009 LB Chris O’Neill Waived
08/05/2009 T Seth Wand Signed
07/30/2009 QB Andrew Walter Released
07/30/2009 TE Brandon Myers Signed (D6-09)
07/30/2009 WR Darrius Heyward-Bey Signed (D1-09)
07/30/2009 WR Javon Walker Placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list
07/29/2009 WR Arman Shields Waived (failed physical)
07/29/2009 WR Louis Murphy Signed (D4-09)
07/29/2009 DE Matt Shaughnessy Signed (D3-09)
07/29/2009 S Mike Mitchell Signed (D2-09)
07/29/2009 LB Slade Norris Signed (D4-09)
07/29/2009 QB Danny Southwick Waived
07/14/2009 LB Frantz Joseph Waived
07/14/2009 DE Stryker Sulak Waived
07/13/2009 Safety Keith Davis Released
06/16/2009 DE Greg Ellis Signed
06/08/2009 QB Charlie Frye Signed
05/21/2009 DB Keith Davis Signed
05/18/2009 WR William Franklin Claimed off of waivers from DET
05/14/2009 TE John Paul Foschi Signed
August 11th, 2009 at 5:55 am
Otherwise, JaMarcus has been showing nice touch and putting speedballs in tight windows again.
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Don’t tell Narc0 b00b he’ll wake up for that speedball!!
August 11th, 2009 at 5:56 am
Twocents:
I’m with you. Charlie Frye looks like the strongest of the candidates for #2 right now; Gradkowski goes to practice squad … Garcia goes “bye-bye”.
August 11th, 2009 at 5:57 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
2 more days til Dallas!
August 11th, 2009 at 5:59 am
Morning Hwnrdr and a GREAT Day 2B a Raider Fan!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:00 am
Good morning Hwnrdr! Grab a cup and have a seat!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:02 am
4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 5:48 am
Southwick was waived 7-29-09
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yeah, but he’s hanging around…
distributing water and paper clips…
August 11th, 2009 at 6:04 am
Danny “Bouchet” Southwick?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:06 am
Already did Tbone…just sitting here relaxing on this unusually quiet morning!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:07 am
well thats good Pete.I’m sure that will make BSJ a happy man =)
August 11th, 2009 at 6:08 am
I type like 1 word a minute,there is NO way I could be posting 2 fast.Good thing 4 dat refresh button!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:09 am
i would rather drag James Harris out of retirement than see Garcia on the roster…
actually…
maybe we could…
nah…
August 11th, 2009 at 6:11 am
GOOD MORNING NATION!!!!!
this is music to my ears !!!! Vets fighting for jobs rooks fighting for respect Jruss looking Sharp minus the whole going against the BEST coorner in the league thing!!! Camp is really shaping up I think we have a serious run at two linemen coming up with the cuts!!!
AZ Jerry is serving up koolaid now i geuss its the kool thing to due I got my cup you fellas got yours!!!
“Me and Mitch, we’re good friends, we quarrel like good friends.”
– Robert Gallery returned
“I’m taking every practice like I’m trying to win my job,” Morrison said. “Trying to leave no doubt.
He also lofted a 25-plus yard beauty to Johnnie Lee Higgins on the sideline, dropping it in nicely rather than unleashing the full force of his arm.
– Javon Walker continued to work out hard and look very close to returning,
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!
Come Rise With Us!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:11 am
Vince Evens???
August 11th, 2009 at 6:12 am
YES!!!! Now I’m amped up! Sounds like things are looking up! Rookie Fights, working on the run defense by working on the gaps more, everyone competing as if there are no positions taken yet and DHB getting comfortable! It’s all looking good! Can’t wait till Thursday!
Quote from Gallagher: “Cows are girls, Bulls are boys!”
August 11th, 2009 at 6:13 am
GOOD MORNING SPORT’S FAN’S,SOUND’S LIKE THESE GUY’S WILL BE GLAD TO BE HITTING SOMEONE BESIDE’S EACHOTHER,,,THURSDAY WILL BE HERE JUST IN TIME.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:16 am
Good Morning Raider Nation,
Been reading the posts but not adding my input. I’m getting excited to see what we really have this year. Frye is doing his best to make the almost 40 yr old Garcia disappear. Let Frye be the back-up and give the clipboard to Gradkowski and send Garcia back to his sexy wife back in Gilroy.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:17 am
Russell had some sequences where he threw some passes in the flat with a nice touch, plays which which could be big with McFadden and Michael Bush in the backfield.
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You mean rb who can catch and actually shake somebody wow what a concept for a starting rb.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:18 am
Dakota,
From Pro Sports Daily, Gasol broke his finger practicing with the Spanish National Team and had surgery. Opps.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:21 am
raidertbone Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 5:56 am
Twocents:
I’m with you. Charlie Frye looks like the strongest of the candidates for #2 right now; Gradkowski goes to practice squad … Garcia goes “bye-bye”.
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Because he is a veteran, Gradkowski is not eligible for the practice squad. Clipboard duty looms. lol
August 11th, 2009 at 6:25 am
Practice Squad Eligibility
According to league policy, only certain types of players are allowed to sign to the practice squad. Players cannot have played more than nine regular season games or been on the active roster for an entire year, nor can players be allowed to spend more than two seasons on the same team’s squad unless that team’s active roster never dips below 53 players.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:26 am
Good Morning OAK, Dirt Lot, NMF, Exla, SILVR…
That is what camp is supposed to be about! Lets bring back the nastiness!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:26 am
Salary of Scout Team Players
The current salary of practice squad players, through 2010, is $5,200 per week. That amount will remain unchanged if 2011 is an uncapped year (that is, there is no salary cap), and will rise by $500 per week if there is a salary cap during that season. In 2012, the salary will be $5,700 per week.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Good morning nation! I love the news of our boy DHB and Gallery. I am sooo glad we have this young man, rather than that premadonna crabby pattytree, we will be a force this year!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:33 am
#3 IN YOUR PROGRAM’S ,#1 IN YOUR HEART’S, JEFF GEORGE AS THE B/U QB LADY’S AND GENTELMAN !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:37 am
Darrius Heyward-Bey is what we all knew he would be. unproven and unpolished but fits our system and is a gamble worth taking with his incredible measurables.
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AZ: Chaz Schilens had less than 20 catches, 300 yards and 3 TD’s last year … that doesn’t scream “proven” or “polished” to me.
what rookie is proven or polished before they play a snap in the NFL?
Rookies can be productive in Year 1. They can be difference makers. Thats sort of what you expect taking a guy in the Top 10.
The guys who produce in OTA’s, camp & preseason should start on Week 1. not coaches favorites, not fan favorites, not guys with more or less experience. this team needs talent on the football field, no matter how proven, polished, young, old or fat they are!
Like Jhill says, if Heyward-Bey is running exclusively with the 1’s and he’s making plays on Nnamdi, why wouldn’t you want him as your starter against SD?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:37 am
Carolina Panthers receiver Steve Smith was carted to the locker room with a right shoulder injury Monday night, the latest blow to another key player in an injury-filled start to training camp.
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It’s good to have too many WRs!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:39 am
Good Morning Rockstar!
If DHB is making catches on Nnamdi, I agree!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:40 am
good morning Dirt Lot, Hwnrdr, Exla, DBW, NMF, OAKlifer, 4eva, feathers, Pete, Tbone, TW, cents …
packed house this mornin’
must be football season
you guys ready for the cowgirls on thursday?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:42 am
EEEEEEEEEE HAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
August 11th, 2009 at 6:44 am
I am ready to see how the Raiders measure up to a
Mid-level NFC team.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:44 am
raidertbone Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 5:43 am
I will have to admit, Nation, I was one of the ones who was excited about bringing in Garcia during the offseason. But now, it’s almost like getting a date with the most gorgeous girl in school, only to find out she has herpes. Jettison the
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Garcia’s a known quantity and proven NFL vet. He can sit on his ass all off season and still contribute off the bench when needed. No worries at all…
August 11th, 2009 at 6:45 am
SCHILENS!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:45 am
Double R,
Morning brother!!!
no matter how proven, polished, young, old or fat they are!
I love this line!!! Sands is sure to have a job based on this crieteria!!!!!
Bring on the “COW”boys what a show this will be hope TO has his popcorn ready he can catch a glimpse of Chaz da man and DHB!!!! SErious Buffalo WTF BRO!?!?!!??!
PLAYOFFBOUND!!!
COMERISEWITHUS!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:46 am
Mornin’ RR, gang. Looking forward to seeing ALL preseason Raider games on NFLn. Lots of WRs going down in preseason, maybe a trade involving Javon W??—
Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Antonio Bryant has a torn meniscus in his left knee that will sideline him for the remainder of training camp. Bryant will undergo arthroscopic surgery
August 11th, 2009 at 6:46 am
Mornin!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:47 am
DC John Marshall -
Q: How far did you look back at film of these guys?
A: I looked at all the games the last two years. Otherwise, it was a turnover in players and too much of a turnover so I watched every game the last two years and I want to say, 3 or 4 times watching.
Q: What stood out?
A: I think obviously, you gentlemen and ladies know, that we need to improve the run game. That has everything to do with technique, and it has a whole lot to do with attitude and tackling. Those are the areas, disengaging blockers, fundamentals. better fundamentals.
Q: So the talent is here?
A: Oh yeah, yeah.
Q: What can fans expect to see?
A: That’s different from Rob Ryan? It’s a hard question to answer because I don’t want to indict the people who have already been here by any means. SO let’s wait and see and they can choose what is difference. Is this guy better? My hair won’t be as long. I know that.
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LOL! bring in the Marshall Plan. Slob Ryan was a joke
August 11th, 2009 at 6:48 am
“I know how this business is,” Morrison said Monday after getting a full day’s turn with the first-team defense in Napa. “The organization is always trying to replace you no matter what.
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LOL … Morrison sounds a little bitter. I mean if the #7 pick in the draf, a S by the way, can be replaced by an undrafted FA b/c of tackling issues, then certainly the MLB can be as well.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:49 am
good morning Jhill, N21 …
August 11th, 2009 at 6:50 am
Add me to the list of those who would just as well see Garcia dispatched. He WILL become a distraction…and the first moment Russell struggles in a quarter….let alone a game…there will be the cry for this short armed veteran.
I also would rather see the Raiders develop Charlie Frye as well.
Will DHB start? I still think that remains to be seen. As long as they start him because they believe he will be able to move the ball better than the other guys and grow into the role quickly.
They should not play him as some macho way to justify to the critics that they selected him. Screw the media and do what is right for the team. Whether that’s playing him and starting him or having him platoon.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:50 am
I would say trade Garcia, but I don’t think anyone would give us anything YET (hell, we can’t even get the guy to practice). I wonder if they are hanging onto him for now and protecting him — if another quarterback goes down somewhere else, he is rested and refreshed and ready to start for another team — then, we could make off with a couple of draft picks … could this be a potential gambling angle that we haven’t considered?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:51 am
RaiderTW Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:46 am
Mornin’ RR, gang. Looking forward to seeing ALL preseason Raider games on NFLn. Lots of WRs going down in preseason, maybe a trade involving Javon W??—
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This is interesting I was wondering what all the hype was about his rehab Raiders normally quiet on the news front but he has been pumped up throu the media as of late……hmmmmmmm if he looked good in the first few preseason games do yuo take a 3rd or 4th rounder for him or maybe a DT who can compete for a job……Is this even possible or are we dreaming?????!!?!?! Or is it that we may need him come this season and we keep him. Thoughts???????
August 11th, 2009 at 6:51 am
jhill Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:48 am
“I know how this business is,” Morrison said Monday after getting a full day’s turn with the first-team defense in Napa. “The organization is always trying to replace you no matter what.
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LOL … Morrison sounds a little bitter. I mean if the #7 pick in the draf, a S by the way, can be replaced by an undrafted FA b/c of tackling issues, then certainly the MLB can be as well.
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He shouldn’t be bitter. However, I do have a question. Where is Tommy Kelly and Gerard Warren’s “competition”? They have no one pushing them at all and their play last year does not justify such a situation. Only Asomugha deserves no competition on this team
August 11th, 2009 at 6:51 am
“There’s always critics … you made too many tackles 5-6 yards down the field. You guys still have a bad run defense. … So it doesn’t really matter.”
Morrison knows how to keep his job: Stay in his gap. Trust his teammates to be in the right spot. Get to the line of scrimmage and stop the run. Repeat.
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Exactly! It’s not that hard!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
** The refs are gone, but defensive tackle Tommy Kelly kept the offsides coming.
One starting linebacker was overheard complaining about yet another Kelly jump. Defensive line coach Dwaine Board yelled with a tint of contempt, “Watch the ball, please.”
** Backup offensive tackle Erik Pears has his own penalty issues. He had a false start and was yanked for a play.
Cable said he’s the new backup left tackle with Khalif Barnes out, but Seth Wand has been taking every snap at that position.
-David White (SF Gate)
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whoa. accountability? whats that? thats must be new!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Nothing funnier than cowboys fans making fun of our owner, how is the plastic surgery going and when was the last time Al was on the sidelines for a game. Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
GO RAIDERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Frye for backup
August 11th, 2009 at 6:56 am
I think that if he can get back to form, like how he was in Green Bay (well, close enough), we need him. He pissed me off last year…lets see if he can do something other than one lousy game this year!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:56 am
Bender for back up!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:56 am
Well again I’ll say that Warren and Kelly were not the problem. Sands and Wakefield may have been, but our starters were not.
You trust pretty much every other position that Cable identified as needing an upgrade, but you just won’t let this one go. Granted he may not have picked up the players you wanted, but the positions, I think everyone agrees with.
OT was addressed, as was DE, LB, S, WR, backup DT, and backup TE. WE addressed the positions we needed to.
August 11th, 2009 at 6:57 am
Florida Pete Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 5:39 am
i would run with 2 QBs on the roster…
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Southwick and…?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:58 am
Stanford Routt charging in from the far right sideline on a corner blitz. He patted JaMarcus Russell on the way through as left tackle Mario Henderson tried to shove him away. If they do this once in a game, it’ll work for the sheer surprise of it all.
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a corner blitz? from the Raiders? did Al Davis finally give up the defensive play calling or is Marshall just better than Ryan?
August 11th, 2009 at 6:58 am
Look up, and there’s Terdell Sands on the ground for the second time. I’d say he’s cut if they had any depth, but they don’t.
about 14 hours ago from mobile web
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I am sure Gerard Warren is sleeping well in the Napa Marriott during this camp!
August 11th, 2009 at 6:59 am
I agree with you guys on the QB situation. Charlie Frye for the backup role, and Southwick #3. They obviously like the kid.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:00 am
NoMoreFargas Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Nothing funnier than cowboys fans making fun of our owner, how is the plastic surgery going and when was the last time Al was on the sidelines for a game. Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
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Jerry is certainly fun to make fun of. I have a cousin who lives down in that area and they say the running joke is that Jerry takes a special male enhancement tablet known as “Dy-allas”.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:00 am
Where is Tommy Kelly and Gerard Warren’s “competition”? They have no one pushing them at all and their play last year does not justify such a situation.
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please read the Marshall Q & A (above)
your thoughts?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:01 am
What’s popin RR yeah im ready to ring that cowbell this week I can’t wait to see the silver n black out there running around kicking arse!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:02 am
JHill,
I won’t completely let it go because:
1. There is no depth at the position
2. These guys were mediocre at best
3. Warren is a hot and cold guy…
4. Kelly has proven nothing yet
So you would think there would be some people in here to at least provide a credible push. The Raiders have two credible DTs on the roster. I don’t want to have to talk about depth or lack of rotation or any of that.
Every position on the team has competition except Kelly and Warren.
You comfortable with that.
And Boschetti is no competition and your boy Sands is getting his bags together
August 11th, 2009 at 7:03 am
Okay, do we keep three quarterbacks or two? At this point, the one “on the bubble” for me is Graddy-boy. I say that Frye should be #2 and that Garcia is “future considerations” material.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
I dont know,it’s a long season and a vetern QB can B worth his weight in gold late in the season,imo
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
good morning S&B, BSJ …
if we cut Jeff Garcia, what other 2 QB’s would we keep?
I know Jeff Garcia is better than Andrew Walter, Marques Tuiasosopo, Jeff Otis, Josh McCown & Daunte Culpepper.
Are we confident Frye & Gradkowski are better than Garcia? Looks like they fit in with the second group imo
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
NoMoreFargas Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
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I think Al wears team gear 24 hours a day, every day!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:05 am
# raidertbone Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 5:40 am
Florida Pete:
I haven’t scouted out the whole NFC yet, but in the AFC it looks like there is some decent depth along the defensive front in Miami, Indy and Tennessee. I don’t know about the quality of all the players on their depth charts, but if we are looking for young, eager players to bring in (after cuts), these may be three camps to keep our eyes on.
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This is from earlier today (post 188).
August 11th, 2009 at 7:06 am
I don’t understand your reluctance to start DHB. I’m only saying that based upon what we are hearing from camp. He runs all the routes, is beating everyone, and is catching the ball.
No one else on the team brings what he does from a, eh hmmm, height, weight, speed, and talent combination, lol! For real though, DHB and Chaz at WR form a ridiculous tandem physically. Add in there ability to make plays, and I see them as no brainer starters. JLH in the slot seals the deal for me.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:07 am
# 4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
I dont know,it’s a long season and a vetern QB can B worth his weight in gold late in the season,imo
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If Matt Cassell can emerge from the shadows, anything is possible!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:08 am
Lots of WRs going down in preseason, maybe a trade involving Javon W??—
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Or JLH? With Murphy and Nick Miller coming on…. just saying!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:10 am
– Darrius Heyward-Bey had a practice that made his drop-filled opening sessions of a week ago seem like a distant memory.
After taking a day off with a sore toe, Heyward-Bey caught everything that came his way, including a difficult over-the-shoulder deep pass along the sideline from Charlie Frye that required a difficult in-flight adjustment.
“I thought maybe this was Darrius’ best day in camp,” Cable said. “Caught the ball well, caught everything, the underneath, the over the top, the big ball on the sideline, the one-handed catch. Those (help) his confidence. We want to keep that coming.”
-Jerry Mac (above)
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DHB = starter.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:10 am
NO WAY Jhill…Johnnie Lee is part of the youth movement and I dont think I could take letting go of such PROMISE =)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:12 am
hill Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:06 am
I don’t understand your reluctance to start DHB. I’m only saying that based upon what we are hearing from camp. He runs all the routes, is beating everyone, and is catching the ball.
No one else on the team brings what he does from a, eh hmmm, height, weight, speed, and talent combination, lol! For real though, DHB and Chaz at WR form a ridiculous tandem physically. Add in there ability to make plays, and I see them as no brainer starters. JLH in the slot seals the deal for me.
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I saw DHB in college, a couple of times. Bear in mind, their offense wasn’t that sophisticated and they really didn’t use him as a weapon nearly as often as they should have. In terms of the overall involvement with the passing game and actual game-speed work (over the course of an entire game and season), Louis Murphy brings more to the table right now than DHB. That may change by mid-season, but right now, I would feel more comfortable with Murphy and Chaz as my starters.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:12 am
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
NoMoreFargas Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
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I think Al wears team gear 24 hours a day, every day!
Haha! Exactly…
August 11th, 2009 at 7:14 am
# hwnrdr Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:12 am
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
NoMoreFargas Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
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I think Al wears team gear 24 hours a day, every day!
Haha! Exactly…
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They should actually just start showing pictures of Al on the Raider Image web site!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:15 am
– We’ll have a better idea Thursday, but Cable said he’s seen enough to lead him to believe the Raiders have shored up their run defense through discipline and better gap control.
“I’ve certainly seen it get better. We’re starting to squeeze things, have people overlapping gaps where we’re supposed to be,” Cable said. But we’ll find out starting Thursday. Dallas is a big, physical team, likes to run in it, too.”
-Jerry Mac (above)
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hmmm. Darren McFadden vs Felix Jones
DMC wins!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:15 am
I’m very interested in how Cassell does on a mediocre team like the squaws,who have no slot receiver
August 11th, 2009 at 7:15 am
2 more days until our pre-season starts!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:16 am
hwnrdr Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:12 am
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:04 am
NoMoreFargas Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
Al has to be the only owner who wears his teams gear on gamedays.
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I think Al wears team gear 24 hours a day, every day!
Haha! Exactly…
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Even his Depends are Raider issue. Hope that was slowwww enough to avoid the posting too fast again.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:17 am
jhill Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:08 am
Lots of WRs going down in preseason, maybe a trade involving Javon W??—
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Or JLH? With Murphy and Nick Miller coming on…. just saying!
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Why would you trade the guy who led your team in Touchdowns, Receptions, Yards, Punt Returns and plays over 20yds?
And if they do. It better be for a gawd d#$!% DEFENSIVE TACKLE!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:18 am
Top of the mornin to ya raiderrockstar, oaklifer
August 11th, 2009 at 7:18 am
Again SnB, the coaches that you agree with on every other position, don’t agree with you on this DT thing. Obviously, to them, it was more about missed gaps and pad level, and the guys who, in their opinion, aren’t doing the job are being addressed.
Kalimba Edwards – gone
Jay Richards – backup
Burgess – traded
Sands – about to be cut
Morrison – about to lose his job to Brown
Huff – better HURRY UP and learn how to tackle
Even Chris Johnson is probably going to be replaced by Routt.
No “scholarships” on D with all those changes. Warren is a hog, plain and simple. And Kelly is going to get every chance to live up to that contract. Let’s just hope they both stay healthy this year.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:19 am
rookie Slade Norris first team strongside linebacker
-David White (twitter)
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WOW!
Brown vs Morrison at MLB
Brown vs Alston vs Norris at SLB
I don’t see Sam Williams name in the mix. whew!
nobody is challenging Thomas Howard at WLB either …
August 11th, 2009 at 7:19 am
http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w205/bradcymru/aldavis.jpg
August 11th, 2009 at 7:20 am
Top of the mornin to ya Trey!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:20 am
And also good mornin to treys groupies
August 11th, 2009 at 7:21 am
Morning nation!
Oak, though Javon will be the COME BACK PLAYER OF THE YEAR, and traditionaly something like that would normally happen AFTER he was traded to another team, I don’t think he wouldn’t be worth more than a 5th or 6th round pick to other teams at this point. Remember it wasn’t only the Coaches pumping Walker up. The normally bias media took it apon themselves to notice his incredible improvement.
As for the D-line guys, I only expect a little bit of improvement from them until we get deeper at the DT spot. I think we are done drafting Offense in the first round for a year or 2, and we’ll be building both lines starting with DT ne t year.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:22 am
S&B is ignoring my posts regarding the run defense with direct quotes from Cable & Marshall, yet continues to argue with Jhill about it. Hmmm
August 11th, 2009 at 7:22 am
And if they do. It better be for a gawd d#$!% DEFENSIVE TACKLE!
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LOL
August 11th, 2009 at 7:22 am
Whoa!!!!!!!!! Ex ,it’s waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay 2 early 2 look at something like bro =)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:23 am
If we trade a WR, for Al’s sake please let it be Yvonne. And yes, for a DT! Rod Coleman, Grady Jackson where have you gone?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Trey: I talked to my buddy in San Diego last night (huge dolt fan) and he thinks Garcia is better than Russell. that Russell is all hype.
It appears the Raiders are placing Garcia on the shelf (like Burgess), waiting for another team’s QB to get injured and come calling.
What is your take?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Oh….
9-7!
JAVON WALKER COME BACK PLAYER OF THE YEAR!
DRINK IT!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:25 am
dammit !!!! f@#$%ng site bullschitt about posting too quickly…
trying again…
nobody is gonna trade for Javon Walker unless the raiders pay his salary…
the best trade bait we have (as far as receivers go) are Higgins and Schillens…
before you guys lose your minds…
i do not advocate such a thing…
August 11th, 2009 at 7:26 am
This is idiotic, I’m posting too quick. What are they counting keystrokes?
Our Anthem: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXj7I1RzLSE&feature=related
August 11th, 2009 at 7:27 am
Kirk Morrison, the Raiders’ top tackler three years running, on having to win job. http://bit.ly/xdH85
August 11th, 2009 at 7:27 am
Cable is latest coach to attempt to lift dark cloud hovering over Raiders
Bucky Brooks By Bucky Brooks | NFL.com
Analyst
Paul Sakuma / Associated Press
Tom Cable has brought an unorthodox approach to Raiders training camp.
OAKLAND, Calif. — The task before Tom Cable is magnanimous as he attempts to transform a franchise that has fallen on hard times since Super Bowl XXXVII in 2003.
The Raiders have endured six straight seasons with 11 or more losses, and their 31-68 record during that period ranks as the league’s second-worst mark. With success eluding the team at seemingly every turn, Cable has gone back to basics to reverse the fortunes of franchise.
Every new coach preaches of a return to the fundamentals, but Cable has taken it a step further in his first training camp as the head coach by using a “learning intensive approach.” The 44-year-old head coach conducted four days of walkthrough-like practices designed to teach his players how to properly execute their assignments. By eschewing contact or competitiveness during the first days of camp, Cable is teaching his team to win by focusing on the details that are often overlooked when the intensity of camp revs up.
While Cable’s unorthodox method is sensible in many ways, it hasn’t stopped legions of team observers from criticizing the new head coach’s attempt to revive the dormant franchise. However, those cynics may soon eat their words as the Raiders have been noticeably shaper in the execution of their offensive and defensive schemes during the early part of camp. Moreover, the team’s confidence is brimming after riding the momentum of a two-game winning streak to close the season.
The downtrodden Raiders have gone through four head coaches and numerous quick-fix plans since their last shot at glory, but Tom Cable’s back-to-basics approach may finally lift the dark cloud that has been hovering over the franchise.
Camp observations
» JaMarcus Russell, the Raiders’ much-maligned franchise quarterback, enters the season squarely in the crosshairs after reports surfaced questioning his work ethic and leadership skills. However, the endless speculation hasn’t appeared to rattle the third-year pro’s confidence as he looked poised leading the team during drills. Russell’s stellar arm strength is apparent on his deep throws and he has shown better touch on his intermediate tosses. While he still appears hesitant at times in the pocket, Russell’s grasp of the offense has clearly improved as he looks more comfortable hitting the second and third options in his progressions. With former Pro Bowler Jeff Garcia lobbying for a shot at the starting job, Russell’s on-field improvement comes at just the right time.
Fantasy take
While Darren McFadden has the talent that makes him irresistible, Michael Fabiano wonders if the second-year running back can be a reliable fantasy starter this season. More …
» Fantasy football draft kit
» The Raiders could field the league’s top rushing attack in 2009. The terrific trio of Darren McFadden, Justin Fargas and Michael Bush gives the team the versatility to attack defenses with a varied attack on the ground. McFadden acts as the team’s home-run hitter, and is most effective on perimeter runs designed to take advantage of his exceptional speed and quickness. Fargas gives the team a hard-nosed inside runner with sneaky power and explosiveness. Though he doesn’t get the acclaim of his peers, he could emerge as a 1,000-yard rusher in the team’s power-based scheme. In Bush, the team has a dynamic runner with the skills to thrive as an inside or outside runner. The third-year pro flashed his immense talent during the season finale against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (27 carries for 177 yards with two touchdowns), and he continues to impress with his work at camp. With new fullback Lorenzo Neal specializing in opening huge holes, the pieces are in place for the Raiders to excel as a smash-mouth rushing attack.
» John Marshall’s version on the Raiders’ defense is sure to look vastly different than the unit directed by Rob Ryan. Whereas Ryan attempted to defend opponents using a conventional defense that plays extensive man-to-man with selective blitzes, Marshall is promising to rev up the team’s pressure package this season. In his previous stint as the Seattle Seahawks’ defensive coordinator, the 30-year NFL coaching veteran’s high pressure scheme resulted in a league-leading 50 sacks in 2005 while also allowing only one 100-yard rusher on the way to a Super Bowl appearance. In Oakland, he has the pieces available to replicate those accomplishments. With Nnamdi Asomugha capable of locking down one side of the field, Marshall is free to turn loose five or six rushers on the quarterback to disrupt the timing of the passing game. Veteran Greg Ellis joins emerging Trevor Scott to give the team a set of bookend pass rushers, and Thomas Howard’s speed makes him a viable weapon as a rusher. Though the defense may need some time to adjust to Marshall’s disciplined approach, the unit has the personnel to blossom in the scheme.
Paul Sakuma / Associated Press
As the top receiver selected in April’s draft, Darrius Heyward-Bey will be under intense pressure to produce.
Rookie report
Darrius Heyward-Bey heads into his rookie season under intense scrutiny from observers after being the first receiver taken in the draft. The former Maryland star has struggled holding onto the ball during the first week of camp, but has displayed the explosive speed and athleticism that made him an intriguing first-round prospect on many boards. While he may never live up to the expectation that comes along with being the top player selected at his position, he could eventually emerge as a big-play weapon in an offense that is designed to throw the ball down the field.
Surprise, surprise
The Raiders have a budding star receiver in Chaz Schilens. The second-year pro from San Diego State started six games for the team a season ago, and recorded 15 receptions for 226 yards (15.1 avg.). While those numbers aren’t eye-popping, his outstanding size (6-foot-4, 225 pounds) and explosive athleticism makes him a difficult matchup on the outside. With the Raiders’ potent rushing attack dictating eight-man fronts with one-on-one on the outside, Schilens could easily post big numbers as the team’s No. 1 receiver.
Lasting image
The memorable image from the day is watching the Raiders taking the field as part of the team’s annual Raider Nation celebration at Oakland-Alameda County Stadium. In spite of the team’s abysmal record over the past six seasons, the rabid Raiders fans remain staunchly behind their team and the Black Hole is buzzing about the team’s prospects in 2009.
Extra points
» Zach Miller is poised to have a big year as the team’s top option in the passing game. The third-year pro led the Raiders in receptions a season ago, and is set to duplicate the feat as the designated playmaker in their aerial attack. As a precise route runner with outstanding hands, Miller terrorizes opponents over the middle of the field. With the team sure to incorporate more play-action passes to complement the running game, he should continue to sport a robust yards-per-catch average.
» In Kirk Morrison and Thomas Howard, the team has a pair of Pro Bowl-caliber linebackers set to anchor a rejuvenated defense. Morrison, who perennially ranks as one of the league’s leading tacklers, acts as the brains of the defense from his middle linebacker spot while Howard fills in as the designated playmaker from the weak side. Collectively, they wreak havoc on opponents when allowed to roam freely on the second level. With Marshall set to unleash a high pressure scheme in 2009, Morrison and Howard could emerge as household names by season’s end.
» Don’t be surprised if the Raiders’ dynamic return game leads to a couple of wins in 2009. Returners Johnnie Lee Higgins and Justin Miller combined for five return touchdowns last season, and could help the team win the coveted field position battle by producing a few game-changing plays in the kicking game. Given the likelihood of the Raiders playing in a lot of close games behind their rushing attack, the ability to score points on special teams could be the deciding factor in those contests.
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August 11th, 2009 at 7:28 am
It’s that time of the day,
8:::::TREYS POLL:::::}
q. Dallas vs Oakland
1. Dallas by 10+
2. Dallas by 9-
3. Tie (oak trades for mcnabb)
4. Oak by 3+
5. Who cares as long as it’s on the nfln & we get to c the adrian Peterson commercial!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:28 am
Posting too quick error = Al can’t read that fast.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:29 am
Fl Pete…I dont know if you know but if you hit your refresh button you wont loose your post =)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:29 am
I would trade JLH because I think I could get something for him, and all of a sudden we have a lot of talent and that position. If somehow we could get more for Walker, then I would be open to that, but he is the only vet on the team, and I wouldn’t discount that.
I have no problem with Justin Miller returning punts, or Louis Murphy getting JLH snaps in the slot.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:30 am
Tune in to NFL network at midnite eastern (9:00 West Coast)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:31 am
AGAIN FOLKS, JUST PRESS F5 WHEN YOU GET THE POSTING TO QUICKLY ERROR, AND YOU WILL NOT LOSE WHAT YOU POST. YOU MAY HAVE TO PRESS IT MORE THAN ONCE. F5 OR REFRESH GUYS!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:31 am
JHill:
How can you think of trading Johnnie Lee?
Are you f^*&ing nuts?!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:32 am
Exla,
Looks like that injury should be healed in three weeks and might even keep him out of the Euro trash championships….which would be great for the Lakers….get him some much needed rest.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:32 am
Raiderrockstar,
First of all, they did not place him “on the shelf” but are rather keeping him in the closet.
Second, old al will probably trade him to Minnesota if tavaris Jackson (no relation to Tom) goes down.
Lastly, two words MICHAEL VICK
August 11th, 2009 at 7:34 am
Come on DHB…I hope this stuff is for real!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:35 am
Better not post more than 1 comment per hour. LOL
Article on AD from last year: http://tfdssports.com/2008/04/06/the-greatness-of-al-davis-a-lesson-in-nfl-and-oakland-raider-history-thoughts-from-a-readers-side/
August 11th, 2009 at 7:35 am
Thanks AZ nice response!!!
HEY TREY wingnut whats the happs good buddy hows bspn treatin ya!!! For the poll its a tie between 4 and 5 for me!!! Idnt like Mcnabb!!!!
Come rise with us!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:36 am
4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:29 am
Fl Pete…I dont know if you know but if you hit your refresh button you wont loose your post =)
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that seems to work about 1 out 3 times for me…
do you refresh while staring at the “posting too quickly”???
or back up and then refresh???
August 11th, 2009 at 7:37 am
Raidertbone Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:30 am
Tune in to NFL network at midnite eastern (9:00 West Coast)
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Do you know when the ap commercials air?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:37 am
ah… i see…
keep F5ing / “retry” until the biotch gets the message…
ah hah !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:38 am
JHill,
“One bird in the hand is better than two in the bush”
Until I see Louis Murphy or Nick Miller in a game…there is no way I am entertaining a trade for JLH unless I can get a credible Defensive Tackle.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:38 am
DO NOT BACK UP PETE!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:38 am
Hey guys, just highlight and copy your comment before you hit the Submit Comment button….that way you can just paste your comment back in the reply box if you get the posting too quickly error.
This is not brain surgery.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:40 am
interesting opinion Trey.
trade Garcia to Minny and take a flyer on Vick?
I wouldn’t be shocked or bothered by that.
your thoughts nation?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:40 am
i know it’s not f@cking brain surgery…
but i ain’t no f#cking rocket scientist either !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:40 am
Dakota Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:32 am
Exla,
Looks like that injury should be healed in three weeks and might even keep him out of the Euro trash championships….which would be great for the Lakers….get him some much needed rest.
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True Dakota, but you realize that while Pau is resting his hand he will probably be playing SOCCER. Ish…
Do you think we can repeat without Rambis? LOL. Actually, with Tex Winter and Rambis gone it could be a weird year for Phil.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:41 am
unless I get a credible DT, LOL!
ahhhh, you crack me up.
How are you going to get a chance to see Murphy or Nick Miller if JLH is still on the squad?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:41 am
Vick would be worse to have around than Garcia…
August 11th, 2009 at 7:41 am
Saw GI Joe and Public Enemies this weekend…both weree just okay.
yo joe
August 11th, 2009 at 7:42 am
good morning Dakota, the brain surgeon …
August 11th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Pete go DIRECTLY 2 refresh,do NOT pass go like Jhill says you may have 2 do it more than once.My record is 4 times in a row hit refresh then that little box says retry and retry that mutha
August 11th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Everythings fine oaklifer and I think you may have accidently typed a b instead of espn you put bspn, and y wouldn’t you like mcnabb?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
we ARE NOT computer savvy like you Dakota Sir =)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
I think you may have accidently typed a b instead of espn you put bspn
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Accidentally? LMFAO!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
crap…
now i got a message that said:
“slow down, you are refreshing too quickly, consider becoming a charger fan”
dammit !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
Florida Pete Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:40 am
i know it’s not f@cking brain surgery…
but i ain’t no f#cking rocket scientist either !!!
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lol
Some athlete once said “this isn’t rocket surgery”…who was that…I’ll have to look it up. lmao Oh wait….it might have been G. Bush!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:45 am
IMHO, we just don’t have the stability to think about adding Michael Vick to our line-up this year. It’s got nothing to do with the negative publicity — it’s all about the fit; and right now, I just don’t see it.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:47 am
I Blog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:48 am
Hey rr,
Are you upset Shaun smith was signed by Detroit?
I would have Had smith play on downs 1-3 while sands plays 4th down situations!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:48 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:42 am
good morning Dakota, the brain surgeon …
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Dakota is NOT a brain surgeon — but he DID stay at a Holiday Inn last night!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:49 am
I was thinking at first The Eagles would make a run at the SB this year. Now….. Not so sure anymore.
August 11th, 2009 at 7:49 am
unless Vick wants to play defensive tackle…
(something i do advocate)…
we should pass on Mr “what happens to the little critter if we do this” Vick…
August 11th, 2009 at 7:50 am
For some strange reason, there are a few here in the East Bay talking about aquiring Vick. I don’t know about that one…but it smells like a typical Davis signing.
Dakota, I didn’t see Public Enemies, but I did see GI Joe. It was good, just missing something. It wasn’t great!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:50 am
AZ Raider2 Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:49 am
I was thinking at first The Eagles would make a run at the SB this year. Now….. Not so sure anymore.
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the Eagles??? did they get back together again???
love Hotel California…
when’s their forst concert???
August 11th, 2009 at 7:51 am
Trey,
LMAO yeah sorry bout that its my typing hand it has haterhateridis its a rare form of not beinf able to type bullschchit….sorry man!!! and Mcnabb LOL we already have his “ex” backup you know the one who led them to the playoffs how many sports hernias broken legs and throwing up on the field can you go through????
August 11th, 2009 at 7:52 am
Florida Pete Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
crap…
now i got a message that said:
“slow down, you are refreshing too quickly, consider becoming a charger fan”
dammit !!!
Damm…what the heck is that all about?
August 11th, 2009 at 7:52 am
raidertbone Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:48 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:42 am
good morning Dakota, the brain surgeon …
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Dakota is NOT a brain surgeon — but he DID stay at a Holiday Inn last night!
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Are you sure about that?
http://www.kochanowicz.com/BrainSurgeonPerfectWife.JPG
August 11th, 2009 at 7:53 am
Eagles? Hotel California?
Now that is funny Pete!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:54 am
Hey rr,
Are you upset Shaun smith was signed by Detroit?
I would have Had smith play on downs 1-3 while sands plays 4th down situations!
LMAO!!!!! “while sands plays 4th down situations!! LOMAO!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:55 am
Dakota Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:44 am
Florida Pete Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:40 am
i know it’s not f@cking brain surgery…
but i ain’t no f#cking rocket scientist either !!!
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lol
Some athlete once said “this isn’t rocket surgery”…who was that…I’ll have to look it up. lmao Oh wait….it might have been G. Bush!
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it was Actually Brandan Marshall on figuring out how to get out of Denver (he has yet to call jay cutler)
August 11th, 2009 at 7:57 am
I am out, my Raider brothers and sisters.
And if that punk-ass Richochet shows up, just ignore him — eventually, he’ll run crying back to Momma Crabtree!
RAIDER ON!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:57 am
Trey you are bringing the fi-YA today keep up the good work!!!
“it was Actually Brandan Marshall on figuring out how to get out of Denver (he has yet to call jay cutler)”
August 11th, 2009 at 7:58 am
Have a good one Tbone!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 7:59 am
OAKlifer Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 7:54 am
Hey rr,
Are you upset Shaun smith was signed by Detroit?
I would have Had smith play on downs 1-3 while sands plays 4th down situations!
LMAO!!!!! “while sands plays 4th down situations!! LOMAO!!!!
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well I was just thinking that smith punches qbs(Brady Quinn) and sands punches punters(lechler) so that would be their natural playing times IMHO
August 11th, 2009 at 7:59 am
Dakota,if that is you and your wife…
You got a fine as hell wife and your kinda cute 2 =)
August 11th, 2009 at 8:00 am
any one up for Raider Blog Fantasy football??????
I’ll get the ball rolling and send invites!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:00 am
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_f3SZ5Tu916o/RyXKGZHPZtI/AAAAAAAACkg/QSZpQqBizmE/s400/gijoe.jpg
You see the bottom….says real AMERICAN hero….in this new movie the GI Joes are comprised of soldiers from around the world.
Might as well have called them EU Joes. I think LMN made a cameo for Denmark in the laundry scene.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:01 am
C YA tbone!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:02 am
“well I was just thinking that smith punches qbs(Brady Quinn) and sands punches punters(lechler) so that would be their natural playing times IMHO”
Chalk it up another for Trey!!! He as well Slept at a Holiday Inn last night!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:04 am
POSTING TOO FAST AGAIN
Texas Feminine Protection
In Texas, a woman was called in front of a grand jury for possible manslaughter charges after she shot a mugger in the back six times as he was running away with her purse. He had grabbed her purse and ran. She had her hand on her gun inside the purse and when he ran with the purse she was left holding just the gun.
When asked by the grand jury why she shot him six times, in the back as he was running, under oath she replied “Because when I pulled the trigger the 7th time, it only went click.”
She was acquitted of all charges because that’s the way it is in Texas and the way it should be everywhere.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:04 am
Who here believes Jon gruden and herm edwards will be joining the raiders organization next year?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:05 am
Where is LMN these days anyhow?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:06 am
if we did a live draft would sunday evening work..if any body wants to play???
August 11th, 2009 at 8:07 am
Nice one Exla…hope it was true lol
August 11th, 2009 at 8:07 am
Some athlete once said “this isn’t rocket surgery”…who was that…I’ll have to look it up. lmao Oh wait….it might have been G. Bush!
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That was no athlete that was a cheerleader, GWBush to be exact! lol
August 11th, 2009 at 8:07 am
Gruden and Edwards?
In what capacity?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:08 am
Morning Nation…
August 11th, 2009 at 8:09 am
Edwards? Jezuz…I think I might rather have Cable!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:10 am
But no, b/c I think this team will win 8 games or more, so there owon’t be a coaching change.
Now if we blow chunks and lose more games than we win, then yeah I can see Gruden coming back.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:10 am
I’d love to play fantasy football, I have THE BEST fantasy football team in the world! I bet you don’t have Mel kiper oaklifer!
My email is treyrockstarespn@gmail.com
but be warned if you send me an email you automatically subscribe to my “daily player pic”
August 11th, 2009 at 8:10 am
GWB would have said “Rocketry Science.” LOL
August 11th, 2009 at 8:11 am
Michael Vick flying into Oakland today…..oh schit!
http://espn.go.com/vick_travels_to_Oakland
August 11th, 2009 at 8:12 am
But Edwards as anything more than a DB coach would be a disaster. What did that cat do before he got the head coaching gigs? Was he Dungy’s DC in Tampa? I can’t recall.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:13 am
Are you upset Shaun smith was signed by Detroit?
I was just thinking that smith punches qbs(Brady Quinn) and sands punches punters(lechler) so that would be their natural playing times IMHO
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LOL. good one Trey! no man, I’m not upset. the Brownies have a terrible run defense and I don’t see it getting any better under Rob Ryan’s watch. If Smith wasn’t a fit there (3-4 defense) we’ll see what he’s got in Detroit (4-3 defense). He didn’t impress me in Cincy …
August 11th, 2009 at 8:14 am
Qb coach/offensive coordinator-gruden
and
Edwards- assistant d coordinator/ or d coordinator(depending on if Marshall listens to old al or not)
August 11th, 2009 at 8:15 am
if we did a live draft would sunday evening work..if any body wants to play???
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I love fantasy football, but I’ll never be able to play because I only use the net at work mon-fri and work bans fantasy sites for the reason “games” hehe
August 11th, 2009 at 8:15 am
http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/league/JerryMacsKidz
Should be fun guys!!! Gawd knows we spend enough time worrying about football lets add another demention!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:18 am
Well I feel ya Double R no access at home??? all you would need to do is update roster every week!!!
And Trey please only serious if you wanna sign up Iknow your busy at Bspn and all but if you have the time and wont donk out on us!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:20 am
David White tweet: WR Javon Walker taking throw from intern Danny Southwick, any day now he’ll be back.
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He meant Danny right?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:26 am
Some cry foul over Eagles 81-man roster
Posted by Mike Florio (PFT)
The news that the Eagles signed 31-year-old quarterback Matt Nagy on Monday after backup Kevin Kolb suffered a knee injury has caused grumbling in some league circles.
The fact that Nagy has been working with the team as a coaching intern means that he’s far more prepared to make a contribution than any other potential quarterback candidate would be.
“Talk about roster stashing,” one league source said. “They have a guy who has been attending meetings and who knows what else?”
Here’s an example of “what else.” Les Bowen of the Philadelphia Daily News points out that Nagy had been throwing passes to running back Brian Westbrook as Westbrook worked out on his own while recovering from ankle surgery.
“I bet you he was throwing balls in drills,” the source opined. “They’d better hope the league doesn’t ask for tapes.”
Meanwhile, Nagy is on a no-lose situation. Once Kolb is healthy and Nagy is released, he’ll go back to being a “coaching intern.” And he’ll continue to be available in the event another quarterback gets hurt.
And he’ll continue to attend meetings and periodically throw passes and otherwise be available to step in and help out if/when he’s ever needed.
Meanwhile, Vikings coach Brad Childress might suddenly be considering the possibility of adding a certain 39-year-old former quarterback as a “coaching intern.”
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I hope Danny Southwick doesn’t get noticed!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:27 am
Yeah I probably won’t have the time, but still I have my pic of the day waiting to anyone that sends an email
August 11th, 2009 at 8:28 am
Chiefs bench Dwayne Bowe
Posted by Mike Florio (PFT)
One of the few bright spots on the 2008 Chiefs roster was receiver Dwayne Bowe.
Adam Teicher of the Kansas City Star reports that Bowe has been benched.
At least for now.
Teicher explains in a video entry that coach Todd Haley demoted Bowe on Monday. Haley thereafter indicated that he’s not happy with Bowe’s overall integration into the “program.”
It shows, as Teicher points out, that Haley is willing to call guys out in order to ensure that players realize that they need to do things the way Haley wants them to do things.
Teicher says he’s confident that Bowe will figure out what Haley wants and give it to him before Week One.
Bowe, a first-round pick in 2007, caught 86 passes for 1,022 yards and seven touchdowns last season.
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LOL !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:28 am
OAKlifer that link won’t work and I can’t find that league
August 11th, 2009 at 8:28 am
post 362 hmmmm link dosnt seem to work but it is created!!
League name
JerryMacsKidz
ID: 528978
PW: ONENATION
August 11th, 2009 at 8:30 am
PW needs to be all caps by the way
August 11th, 2009 at 8:31 am
Dakota Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:11 am
Michael Vick flying into Oakland today…..oh schit!
http://espn.go.com/vick_travels_to_Oakland
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LMFAO Got me. Even froze up my computer.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:32 am
Vince Young said he’ll be the next black QB to win a Super Bowl and that he’s a future Hall of Famer.
LOL.
doesn’t he have to beat out Kerry Collins and start first?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:34 am
mine 2
August 11th, 2009 at 8:34 am
If i get dibbs on these I will play oaklifer
Treys fantasy team:
qb: Tom Brady or peyton manning
rb: Adrian Peterson
wrs: andre Johnson Larry Fitzgerald, and Randy moss
te: Tony Gonzalez
defense: steelers
And that’s all I need to start
August 11th, 2009 at 8:35 am
Raider Headbutt Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:28 am
OAKlifer that link won’t work and I can’t find that league
GO to JOIN CUSTOM LEAUGE and enter in this info!!
League name
JerryMacsKidz
ID: 528978
PW: ONENATION
August 11th, 2009 at 8:39 am
Treys fantasy team:
qb: Tom Brady or peyton manning
rb: Adrian Peterson
wrs: andre Johnson Larry Fitzgerald, and Randy moss
te: Tony Gonzalez
defense: steelers
And that’s all I need to start
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I’ll take Drew Brees, Matt Forte, Roddy White, Calvin Johnson, Greg Jennings, Dallas Clark and the Ravens defense
bring it on!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:39 am
Sorry about that link freezing up your computers….when good jokes go bad!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:39 am
Oh man if only I can clone Brett favre 53 times I would create the all time fantasy football team. Think about it, so many Brett favre on 1 fantasy team. BRETT BRETT BRETT BRETT BRETT BRETT BRETT
August 11th, 2009 at 8:40 am
Nice job Headbutt may the games begin!!!
Trewy its a live draft dnt Fit upo if you wnat thoise guys you better be on your game!!!LOL Im sure Kiper could get you deeper in the draft than that!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:41 am
I’ll take Drew Brees, Matt Forte, Roddy White, Calvin Johnson, Greg Jennings, Dallas Clark and the Ravens defense
bring it on!
That would be an awesome draft!!!
Brees will put up better number then Brady or Manning!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:43 am
http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/league/jerrymacskidz
this should work!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:45 am
Oh yeah, I signed up for your FF league…prepare to be dominated!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:47 am
Dakota….S&B…..I know you guys are up for some FF????
O I know youll be there soon enough BSJ what about you??
Beech you are the only troll alowwed you kool wiht me!!
Double K Its football time brother
4eva you down??
August 11th, 2009 at 8:48 am
http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/
just go to this site, click the join a league button and enter this ID and password:
ID: 528978
PW: ONENATION
August 11th, 2009 at 8:50 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:32 am
Vince Young said he’ll be the next black QB to win a Super Bowl and that he’s a future Hall of Famer.
LOL.
doesn’t he have to beat out Kerry Collins and start first?
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Not good enough to beat out the white vet? They’ve been saying that about black QBs for 40 years. Ask BHPriest.
When discussing black QBs, you must not imply there are shortcomings in their game. You cannot say they are still learning – that means they are dumb because they are black. Readers will believe you are reinforcing racist stereotypes.
The only egalitarian approach is to immediately confer HOF status on every black, hispanic, asian, mixed-race, LGBT, mormon, or dyslexic quarterback….period.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:50 am
Gruden’s return will be limited to when another Florida Job comes available.
That will be Jacksonville after this year.
Now that I think of it we should bring him back,sign him for two years, and then we can suck another team into paying us a crap load of money and draft picks to take him and his cut and paste Mike Holmgrem offense.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:51 am
Good work Dakota!!
This is all we need crazy Raider fans of all walks cheering on other players from other teams and yelling at each other about head to head match ups all week long on Jerry’s Blog this is going to be great !!!!!
I LOVE FOOTBALLL!!!!!
Playoff bound!!!!!
Come rise with us!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:51 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:39 am
Treys fantasy team:
qb: Tom Brady or peyton manning
rb: Adrian Peterson
wrs: andre Johnson Larry Fitzgerald, and Randy moss
te: Tony Gonzalez
defense: steelers
And that’s all I need to start
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I’ll take Drew Brees, Matt Forte, Roddy White, Calvin Johnson, Greg Jennings, Dallas Clark and the Ravens defense
bring it on!
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uh oh rr mel tells me
brees- is too old with the saints main focus to be on running this year
Matt forte- bears are a run first team but now have jay cutler, which means less carries for forte
Roddy white- falcons NFC south top of division last year, bottom this year (Ryan sophmore slump)
Calvin Johnson- maybe
Greg Jennings- haha aka Javon walker of 2010
Dallas Clark- good pick colts lost Harrison
Ravens d- lost Bart Scott, Lewis 2 old and wanted to be in Dallas, lost Rex Ryan, play against Darren mcfadden 1 game this year (290 rushing yards 100 recieving herm predicts)
August 11th, 2009 at 8:52 am
LGBT
????? what kind of QB is that?????
August 11th, 2009 at 8:53 am
You missed transgendered
August 11th, 2009 at 8:54 am
League looks good OAK I like the scoring system
August 11th, 2009 at 8:55 am
JERRY MAC,
Sir if your out there you should give us the pleasure of ur company in our FF leauge we all understand you are a busy man but this would be a nice escape before or after every write up….a little roster adjustment throw some cyber elbows around the ol yahoo site heck we woulndnt even have to know its you!!!! What do ya say????
MODS get this in jerry’s hands!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:56 am
Sorry Garcia’s working on that now!!
Calf!!?? sure.
August 11th, 2009 at 8:56 am
Trey: that isn’t the first time Mel Kiper Jr. has been wrong!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:56 am
Jhill, Rockstar, Oakglenn, Raider Dell, LMN, Bo, 4eva, Raider O…get in there and get signed up for FFootball…or are you afraid of getting your ass kicked by Dakota?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:57 am
Thanks RH,
Should be fun brother!!! I like the head to head match ups much better than any other way!!
August 11th, 2009 at 8:57 am
Sunday evenings i play runescape till the sun rises oaklifer, can you rename your league treysgroupies?
August 11th, 2009 at 8:58 am
I’ll sign up at home later! IT stooges everywhere…
August 11th, 2009 at 8:59 am
I could give it a try OAK,tho I’ve never played
August 11th, 2009 at 8:59 am
Atta boy D-train start in on em early!!!! Asssses to be whooooped line up on Dakots porch or whooopins!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:01 am
Head 2 Head is the way to go for sure. I feel a perfect season coming up I dunno about you chumps though lol
August 11th, 2009 at 9:02 am
Rr, name 1 time Mel has been wrong?
August 11th, 2009 at 9:02 am
ahh 4eva you will ove it it gives you a reason to give a damn about the other 15 games that are on every sunday hell till this came along I thought there was alwyas one game Raiders VS_______ But I di advise stay away from LT RIVERS GATES BOWE you know how hard it is to cheer for these punks when you have one of them pon ur roster and are down by 10 pnts!! LOL but thats what makes it fun!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:04 am
See only been 15 mins and cyber elbows everywhere this will bolster things up around here and the football talk will be endless!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:11 am
wooow is that what a bad trip is ???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:13 am
my computer did something wrong oh well its back…
OOOOOOOOH THATS IT DAKOTA =)
BE PREPARED
August 11th, 2009 at 9:14 am
LOL yup bad trip!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:14 am
Mitchell is just as hard on himself for recent goal-line struggles, the kind that are hard to notice in a crowded box from where reporters are allowed to sit.
“Being physical is something I like to do. I’m disappointed in the way I’ve been, though. We’ve had some live goal line periods where I haven’t made the tackle and they’ve gotten in. In that sense I’ve been kind of disappointed, but I’m doing everything I can to get that corrected and take the right angles, and that means you’ve got to hit Mike Bush low. He’s a big boy. But Thursday I’ll be ready and we’ll see what happens.”
-David White (SF Gate)
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Bush is our short yardage/goaline specialist ala Zack Crockett minus the FB duties?
I predicted this and everybody said I was trying to pigeon hole him or whatever. LenDale White fills this role for the Titans and he’s a beast in fantasy football. They win games. whats wrong with that?
August 11th, 2009 at 9:15 am
treyrockstarespn Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:02 am
Rr, name 1 time Mel has been wrong?
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Leaf over Manning
Bush over Henderson
HIS HAIR!!!!
Not Knowing M&M
just a few!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:18 am
Bush is our short yardage/goaline specialist ala Zack Crockett minus the FB duties?
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I hope so at this point I just want to see him on the field more often than not!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:19 am
Cable said the starters will play one quarter Thursday, which means Bruce Gradkowski and Charlie Frye will do the rest behind center.
-David White (SF Gate)
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do these guys have the arm strength for all the long balls in the Tollner/Hackett Air Coryell offense?
Heyward-Bey and the WR’s can run 40 yards in 4 seconds, but these cats can probably only throw 20 yards with any amount of accuracy…
I think we’ll see a lot of short passes to the RB’s & TE’s.
August 11th, 2009 at 9:20 am
I’m outty my groupies, I know how much you really want me in your league oaklifer but due to certain circumstances, if you want I can get you mortys # , I don’t think he will be visiting raiders training camp on his bus trip (he hates them)
bye bye and I’ll leave you guys with this:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/minnesota-vikings/09000d5d81166fa5/Adrian-Peterson-fantasy-commercial
August 11th, 2009 at 9:21 am
Air Coryell offense?
using this phrase freaks me out!!!!1
NO MORE LOCKED DOORS (err i mean Charger refrences)
August 11th, 2009 at 9:23 am
later trey thanks for morts # get me a shout out on NFL live today if you can hell shout out the rest of the blog and ourFF teams aswell and if you could give props to my lil bro!!! thanks Trey kick mark in the nutz 4 me !!!!
Come Rise With Us!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:23 am
if you want I can get you mortys # , I don’t think he will be visiting raiders training camp on his bus trip (he hates them)
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is that because AD called him a professional liar?
LOL. not a good label for a reporter to have!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:24 am
Oaklifer b4 I leave it’s the m word not m&m
August 11th, 2009 at 9:25 am
do I gotta pick my team name and pick all my players and THINK of aNAME $ MY TEWAM???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:26 am
someone backed into Nnamdi’s Mercedes Benz in the parking lot after practice yesterday.
should have stuck with the Nissan Maxima…
don’t get greedy Nnam!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:26 am
OHAAAAAAAAAA
I forget that !!!
The M word!!! thanks TreyI honestly love that but dnt want to ask daily what was that nickname we came up with!!! Sheez my memory is as short as RaiderRons Peeenis!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:28 am
plays I didn’t like:
Terdell Sands put on the ground when I looked his way randomly two times. Almost as bad as seeing him get stood straight up with zero leverage at the point of contact in another random sighting.
-David White (SF Gate)
August 11th, 2009 at 9:29 am
THINK of aNAME $ MY TEWAM???
is this english???
LOL you do have to pick a team name,,,the draft is live computer does most of the work for you sorting and grading players you just pick when its ur turn and that will be the 30th closer to opening day then its just week to week matinance putting in Starters taking out bye week guys expliting matchups its easier than it sounds!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:29 am
Michael Bush is a full-time back. Not just a short yardage back. That wasn’t short yardage he was getting against Tampa last year…or even in the K.C game.
Give the guy the damn ball
August 11th, 2009 at 9:32 am
what does it mean by “prefered time zone”???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:33 am
Marshall-ism of the day: “Come on, team run-fense” as opposed to run defence.
7 minutes ago from mobile web
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Show time in a couple of days for the “run-fense”
August 11th, 2009 at 9:34 am
Repost whats up S&B what do ya think
OAKlifer Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:47 am
Dakota….S&B…..I know you guys are up for some FF????
O I know youll be there soon enough BSJ what about you??
Beech you are the only troll alowwed you kool wiht me!!
Double K Its football time brother
4eva you down??
Dakota Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:48 am
http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/
just go to this site, click the join a league button and enter this ID and password:
ID: 528978
PW: ONENATION
August 11th, 2009 at 9:34 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:28 am
plays I didn’t like:
Terdell Sands put on the ground when I looked his way randomly two times. Almost as bad as seeing him get stood straight up with zero leverage at the point of contact in another random sighting.
-David White (SF Gate)
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Someone get DeWayne Robertson on the phone!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:35 am
4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:32 am
what does it mean by “prefered time zone”???
Its just the time scores are updated and the draft starts other thsan that not much
August 11th, 2009 at 9:35 am
4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:32 am
what does it mean by “prefered time zone”???
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Just pick the time zone you are living in….
August 11th, 2009 at 9:35 am
Oaklifer,
Let me get home and I will check out the F.F leaghe.
Do you realy want my genius in your league?
August 11th, 2009 at 9:36 am
McFadden/Bush combo is like Garner/Wheatley back in the good ol days. or Fred Taylor & MJD in Jax, Jacobs & Ward in NY, Jones & Washington in NY, Johnson & White in TN …
Michael Bush as the primary back would make Darren McFadden = Reggie Bush II. a bust.
I don’t think anybody wants to see that
-A true fan
August 11th, 2009 at 9:36 am
Someone get DeWayne Robertson on the phone!
Or even Wakefield…..this is gettign enbarrassing
August 11th, 2009 at 9:36 am
4eva…I didn’t get that choice…are you sure you are joining the league and not creating a new one?
August 11th, 2009 at 9:37 am
Do you realy want my genius in your league?
We would be honored!!! its head to head no bs and we can heckle each other all week in here should be a hoot!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:38 am
OAKlifer Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:29 am
THINK of aNAME $ MY TEWAM???
is this english???
Sorry OAK I got excited but thats prolly how I run my team =)
August 11th, 2009 at 9:39 am
hmmm good point you should be going to join custom league and you will need the name and Id to join then you poicj your helmet and ur name and Wholla!!!!!! u in like Flynn
August 11th, 2009 at 9:39 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:26 am
someone backed into Nnamdi’s Mercedes Benz in the parking lot after practice yesterday.
should have stuck with the Nissan Maxima…
don’t get greedy Nnam!
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He should do a Leno and have the Nissan completely restored. BTW, I’ve toured Leno’s garage and it blew my humble mind…
August 11th, 2009 at 9:40 am
Today is Ricky Brown’s turn as 1st-team MLB. Rookie Slade Norris running at SLB w/Alston still out.
-David White (twitter)
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Kirk Morrison better be smashing some fools behind the LOS in preseason or Ricky Brown could easily unseat him at MLB. I told y’all Ricky Brown was a tackling machine back since Feb when we resigned him and nobody thought I was lucid (right BSJ?) haha
August 11th, 2009 at 9:42 am
I told y’all Ricky Brown was a tackling machine back since Feb when we resigned him and nobody thought I was lucid (right BSJ?) haha
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I remember you pumpin in the koolaid on this guy!!!
May the best man win rather it be a rookie 2 yr guy 6 yr vet we want the BEST man for the job!!!!!
888***************************
BTW, I’ve toured Leno’s garage and it blew my humble mind…
Is this true my friend???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:43 am
BSJ: did you see that Eagles post from PFT I slapped on here? has signifant impact our your nephew Danny!
D-Smooth may have to be placed on the training camp roster sooner rather than later …
August 11th, 2009 at 9:44 am
4eva you made it Good work my friend you will like it!! this your first FF team????
August 11th, 2009 at 9:46 am
BSJ: did you see that Eagles post from PFT I slapped on here? has signifant impact our your nephew Danny!
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missed that link whats up in philly dnt they draft a QB in the first 3 rounds every year?????
August 11th, 2009 at 9:48 am
I’m waiting for somebody to select Chaz Schilens in the first Round of your fantasy football league …
that’ll prove if you guys really think he’s a #1 WR or if you’re just talking out your A$$
I’m think he’ll get taken after guys like Brandon Marshall, Eddie Royal, Dwayne Bowe, Antonio Gates, etc etc even in a Raiders league!
come on. who has the stones to draft him in Round 1 and start him for 16 weeks (barring injury) ???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:49 am
4eva,
A little FFootball advice…always secure a good kicker in round one of the draft.
August 11th, 2009 at 9:49 am
missed that link whats up in philly dnt they draft a QB in the first 3 rounds every year?????
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post # 364 OAKlifer …
August 11th, 2009 at 9:50 am
A little FFootball advice…always secure a good kicker in round one of the draft.
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yeah, like Seabass … LOL!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:50 am
I just realized I’m not gonna even be able to do the live draft. Im gonna be going crazy pre ranking my players lol
August 11th, 2009 at 9:51 am
1st wr I take maybe but round one belongs to RB and QB WR you can fill in in late rounds but Iwould give him a look if I go RB RB QB in the first 3 rounds then I have guys loke Cotchery, Randle El, Ward, Bowe Ect I would go with Chaz or a guy like L=JLH who gets return yrds aswell!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:53 am
One way to keep Nnamdi from a pick: throw left when WR cuts right. Hackett makes beeline to JaMarcus to discuss.
-David White (twitter)
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can’t afford any Vince Young-like mistakes against real opponents like Dallas when you’re trying to exhibit leadership and gain the confidence of your teammates and coaches … even if it is just preseason
August 11th, 2009 at 9:54 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:40 am
I told y’all Ricky Brown was a tackling machine back since Feb when we resigned him and nobody thought I was lucid (right BSJ?) haha
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I will grant you have moments of borderline lucidity…the hard part is knowing when.
August 11th, 2009 at 9:55 am
Raider Headbutt Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:50 am
I just realized I’m not gonna even be able to do the live draft. Im gonna be going crazy pre ranking my players lol
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When is good for you bro we will try to do it on a weekend day hopefully we can chnage it let the voting start early/late Sat/sun???
August 11th, 2009 at 9:57 am
One way to keep Nnamdi from a pick: throw left when WR cuts right. Hackett makes beeline to JaMarcus to discuss.
-David White (twitter)
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can’t afford any Vince Young-like mistakes against real opponents like Dallas when you’re trying to exhibit leadership and gain the confidence of your teammates and coaches … even if it is just preseason
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Great point hope that was a timing/wr mistake but either way after “QB” School “cable” School and now Slow camp we should at least know our Lefts from rights come on fellas!!!!! Thurs is closer than you think!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 9:58 am
To be honest any weekend is horrible for me lol. Im in Toronto and no internet at home only at work. No worries I can deal
August 11th, 2009 at 9:59 am
Thec07 Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:28 pm
Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Thec07 Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
Thec07 Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
rackoshit…….LOL……
Murdered him……ROFLMAO…..
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You’re a kid, aren’t you?
What? 12? 13? Just curious. You sound..uh…slow.
Guess I’ll never worry about you borrowing anyone’s balls, and stating an opinion, now..will I, kid?
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Your handle got ripped and you come at me for laughing at you nice………
No not a kid my friend, save that babble for someone else, check my post, and the history.
A little slow, can you really tell ones intellect by how, and what they type. what they do for a living, what is the net income of that idividual, IQ etc.
I could choose from a plethora of names with which to call you but i believe Oakglenn said it best…….Rackoshit
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You’re repeated giggling like a school girl threw me off.
Add that to your juvenile take, and you scream kid.
regressing maybe?
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Wrong again, didnt repeat anything, nice try though.
Got your feelings hurt in a blog no less. You must be one of those internet toguh guys or you lack self esteem. If i scream kid to you thats fine, you scream adolescent, ohh he laughed at me so i am mad at him….
On top of that you resort to name calling.
read the post tell me which one really screams child like tendencies. But i will say i cannot stop laughing at you, you are quite amusing.
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Wow.
I was right.
You are slow.
I laugh at YOU for giggling like a little school girl over a “name” from Oakglenny, and you come back with “you resort to name calling”?
Didn’t YOU JUMP IN LAUGHING ABOUT A NAME CALLED? LOL..geez..and now you’re shocked you got one back?
You new at this, kid?
You have trouble following the dots, don’t you?
Get back to giggling. Only thing you seem to be able to handle at this point.
I’m curious about something.
You know ANYTHING about the Raiders? Or are you just along to wait for others to form an opinion, so you can jump on, in support?
Hey, no shame in being a follower.
August 11th, 2009 at 9:59 am
OAKlifer Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:42 am
BTW, I’ve toured Leno’s garage and it blew my humble mind…
Is this true my friend???
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Stone truth. Last April.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:01 am
OAK yes it is and I got RaiderORdie as my 1st game
Rocksrat,I also had Ricky Brown “penciled in” after that pre-season game vs.Titans
August 11th, 2009 at 10:01 am
Good News FF Players!!!!! We can Change the Date for the live draft!!!!!!!!
Ill tally up votes!!!! and reset the date!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:02 am
* Tony Stewart beats Howard over middle, who fumbles to Tyvon Branch, who pitches to Asomugha …
* Slade Norris in 7 on 7: picks up wheel route, makes breakup downfield with back turned to QB … good instincts of ball’s arrival.
-David White (twitter)
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wow! Branch’s 2nd forced fumble of camp. Does the Marshall plan stress creating turnovers too?
imagine that..
August 11th, 2009 at 10:03 am
RocksTaR sorry RRS
August 11th, 2009 at 10:03 am
Oaklifer….I think early on a Sunday is best for me…
August 11th, 2009 at 10:04 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:43 am
BSJ: did you see that Eagles post from PFT I slapped on here? has signifant impact our your nephew Danny!
D-Smooth may have to be placed on the training camp roster sooner rather than later …
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I did see that post, and was pleasantly amused. Al sure knows all the tricks for stocking up on talent!
Oh, and D-Smooth sounds too much like B-Smooth – which was Barry Sims nickname. How ’bout D-Wick? LOL
August 11th, 2009 at 10:04 am
Raider Headbutt Says:
To be honest any weekend is horrible for me lol. Im in Toronto and no internet at home only at work. No worries I can deal
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same situation here Headbutt, only work bans fantasy football and I live 3 hours from Kansas City!
-A true fan
August 11th, 2009 at 10:05 am
I’m “sure” I will appreciate that Dakota =)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:05 am
RaidORdie AKA OAKlifer!!! Good work brother!!!
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Stone truth. Last April.
Thats cool stuff BSJ any bentlys or anything out of the ordinaryu besides his tricked out nissan????
August 11th, 2009 at 10:07 am
See I can go on them at work but thats during the week. Im 3 hours different from most of you to, its 1.04pm here
August 11th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Dell Good to see ya brother!!!!!
TURNOVERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YERSSSSSSSSSS
Come rise with us!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Oh, and D-Smooth sounds too much like B-Smooth – which was Barry Sims nickname. How ’bout D-Wick? LOL
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BSJ: I didn’t make it up. Thats his nickname!
go to his official website under:
April 22, 2009 – Oakland Raiders Workout (blog comments)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:11 am
LOL we will keep the voting open we could try to do it during day for The likes of the AM crew but not sure everybody copuld swing a draft @ work takes about hour to get a good draft done!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:13 am
NO FUKKIN WAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Man I’m really gonna have 2 prepare 4 my opponet.They got draft seminars and everything
August 11th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Oakglenn Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
# Richochet Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 7:48 pm
And let me enlighten you elsewhere, moron.
Teams NEVER discuss $ unless it’s the #1 pick..EVER. It’s simple, even for you, fool. Each pick waits to see what the others are getting, give or take. Considering the draft hasn’t happened yet, NO ONE HAS ANY IDEA ON HOW MUCH SALARY’S HAVE GONE UP.
You’re honestly this stupid you don’t know this?
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awww come on missedabrain, we’re having fun at someones expense other than you right now. You should let me run with this for awhile. I mean, this rackoshit guy is a Grade A++ moron. Even more so than you. I mean look at this. He thinks when teams bring in players they don’t discuss money.
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Except that’s not what you said, backtracking moron.
Glenny: Raiders didn’t take Crabtree because they knew he was going to hold out, and want more money. They discussed money when they interviewed him.
Idiot take. Backtracking like a fool, idiot take.
Moi: Why didn’t the Raiders pass on Russell, considering he held out longer than anyone has in the last 20 years, IF they already discussed contracts?
GlenntheMoron: “oh..uh…that…um…well…uh.. because they already had 3 quality qb’s on the roster, in McClown, Culp, and that rising star Walter. Also Al didn’t need him for game one, so we decided to just pay him 8 million to sit on the bench..yeah, there you go..I’m running with that answer.”
Seriously, backtracking fool? Do you feel as stupid as you look, posting the above?
I’ll repeat myself so you can pretend you didn’t read it, fool.
Teams NEVER DISCUSS $ DURING INTERVIEWS, EXCEPT FOR THE #1 PICK, EVER.
You’re a moron for even suggesting teams do, and “that’s why Al past on Crabtree”
August 11th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Like I said don’t worry about me, I will still beat you with just my pre ranking skills, not to worry
August 11th, 2009 at 10:14 am
Oaklifer, check out jaylenosgarage.com. I can’t even begin to describe the immense beauty of the experience.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:15 am
I live in Florida,Headbutt and I’ll meet these guys any-time any-where!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:15 am
RH!!! LOL
you got it bro its all about in season moves anyways!!! Matchups trades wire moves you know the good stufF!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:16 am
Be back later, I have a town hall meeting to attend…
August 11th, 2009 at 10:16 am
dosent mean I’ll win of course =)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:18 am
OAK I absolutly have no idea how 2 do any of this stuff
August 11th, 2009 at 10:18 am
Be back later, I have a town hall meeting to attend…
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Leave your gun & megaphone at home, Dakota.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:19 am
4evaRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:18 am
OAK I absolutly have no idea how 2 do any of this stuff
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Its really not hard, there should me like a help bar or rules and stuff on the site.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:19 am
Later Dakota give em hell!!!!!
dont let em push the urban growth boundry any more!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:19 am
WR Chaz Schilens beats Chris Johnson time and again over the middle … CJ is a sideline speed guy, struggling inside.
less than 20 seconds ago from mobile web
August 11th, 2009 at 10:20 am
Good Lord, Richogay! Your babble is almost more incoherent than ol Krappy! Are you freaking manic or something?
Refrain immediately from cut and pasting every previous post into one. You sound like a homeless person ranting about the government from a library computer.
I expect something like that from a Charger fan, but you 9er wimps are usually slightly more educated.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:21 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Oh, and D-Smooth sounds too much like B-Smooth – which was Barry Sims nickname. How ’bout D-Wick? LOL
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BSJ: I didn’t make it up. Thats his nickname!
go to his official website under:
April 22, 2009 – Oakland Raiders Workout (blog comments)
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Yeah, yeah… I knew that.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:23 am
raiderhaterhater Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
Its awesome if Crabs sits out the season and DHB puts up numbers..All those effin niner fans and critics can kiss AD’s ass…The old man has a few trick up his sleeve…maybe the game hasnt passed him by…just yet.
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lol…yeah…except neither will happen.
Crabtree AND ALL OF THE OTHER HOLDOUTS will sign contracts.
Crabtree will actually catch the ball.
Bey? Will likely be a backup WR, stupidly tossed in every once in a while to “go deep” where D backs will drool, knowing Al just sent in the play, and Russell is going to just toss it up.
Old man has a few tricks up his sleeve?
Didn’t you say that when he went out and signed Walker for 50 mil? Hall for 50 mil? Kelly for huge bucks? Gabril Wilson for same? AND KWAME HARRIS??
ONLY one in that group who did their job was Gabril, leading the team in tackles, where Al promptly canned him for daring to state Hall shouldn’t have been let go.
Is that the Al you’re braggin about?
Everyone laughed at Al for picking Bey, and then picking Mitchell.
And everyone was right. Bey will be mediocre at best, and Mitchell is already playing like he was listed…
OH..THAT’S RIGHT..HE WASN’T LISTED..WAS ON NO ONE’S LIST..ANYWHERE.
Yeah, Al, LMAO..you’ve “still got it” *thumbs up, pops*
August 11th, 2009 at 10:23 am
OAK I absolutly have no idea how 2 do any of this stuff
4eva this stuff will come second nature to you just take a moment to look around in there click on my team and after we draft you will see add player drop player offer trade its all there bro you will be a GM in no time!!!!! once the draft comes its WAAAy easier to under stand!! and you can even do a mock draft to get used to how it works click on LEAUGE header then the 4th line downis join mock draft it will at least give you a little run down and practice come draft time!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:24 am
Dakota
All signed up!!! Let’s have fun like last year.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:27 am
HEY Beech,
Whats up man??? you have an invite to FF league this year only serious entries tho couldnt get enuff old guys here at the home to play so I trolled the Raider BLog for victims!!1 LOL Serious tho if you want to play and will activly mange ur team lets do it scroll up for the links!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:27 am
OakLifer
I’m there, we will have a great FFL.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:28 am
Raider Dell Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:24 am
Dakota
All signed up!!! Let’s have fun like last year.
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Dell,
Did you guys have an “active” turn out last year??
Who won???
August 11th, 2009 at 10:31 am
Oaklifer, were you in the FFL league we had last year??
August 11th, 2009 at 10:31 am
I can’t wait for the league to fill up and the schedule will be done, that way I can see who I will be dominating each week.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:33 am
Thec07 Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:31 am
Oaklifer, were you in the FFL league we had last year??
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No I was in a paid league and working my AZZ OFF LAST YEAR TOO MUCH TO HAVE FUN?????
How did it work out????
August 11th, 2009 at 10:33 am
OakLifer
We played the NFL CBS FFL. Dakota , Marley, Kirk,LMN, MistaBrown, and a few others.
I was tied for the most wins and lost in the first round to Kirk who defeated Dakota in the final.
I think that’s how it played out. I also think Marley played Dakota in the first round. I Had a lot of fun, especially the e-mail between us during the week on the FFL site.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:35 am
If i am not mistaken, 408, El Dirty, and a few others
formed a league. We had a live draft, it was a blast.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:36 am
fresh of the press guys. drink it! you too rico…
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Jules, Philadelphia12:23 PM ET
Who is your sleeper team of the year?
Gil Brandt, NFL.com
Hey there Jules. My sleeper team is the Oakland Raiders. I think they have very good CBs, linebackers, and they’re also very good at tight end and running backs. They came on strong last year. Winning at Tampa in the season finale, when the Bucs needed to make the playoffs, was impressive. With the exception of the Patriots game, I think we saw over the last six games of the season a big improvement in JaMarcus Russell. They beat Houston and Tampa in the last two games. Russell had 13 TDs and 8 INTs for the season … if you have that ratio, and can run the ball, you can win games.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:36 am
all right Dell!!!
the more the merrier
August 11th, 2009 at 10:36 am
Line draft is the only way to go. very exciting, and
nerver racking at the same time……
August 11th, 2009 at 10:37 am
Thec,
FREE DIRTY!!!!!!
Call 408 and lets get this thing rocking you need the info or did you see it already!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:37 am
Live draft….
August 11th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Bob Marley
Hope all is well.
Try to join the Yahoo fantasy league, it will be fun.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:39 am
Routt burned twice deep in WR vs. DB drill, firsr by Bayes, then by Holland both with Frye at QB . . . Franklin gets him too . . .
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So much for Routt’s attempt at some starting time. Burned by 3 of our bottom-tier receivers? No good.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:40 am
I Had a lot of fun, especially the e-mail between us during the week on the FFL site.
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This is what I thik will be the greatest of All we can smack talk in here all week long then BAM game time Its not only about our beloved Natoin anymore its about who is the best GM in the BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!
Come Rise With us!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:41 am
Ricochet, the campaign in here against Crabtree is just hilarious. If you review the comments, there are as many about Crabtree as there are about the Raiders’ training camp! Goes to show the priorities of the Raiders today. It’s not about the Raiders winning or what they’re doing to win. It’s about making al look good, nothing else. This team can go 0-16 every year, and the priority by these talking heads in here will not be to get new management and a new coaching staff, it will be to blame players and to point out how bad other teams are. That’s it. One of these guys talks about how it’s a great morning to be a Raider fan, whatever. In the ’70s and early ’80s, when I was growing up, it really was a good morning to be a Raider fan. To paraphrase Ken Stabler, every year we knew we were going to win. You don’t have that now. In fact, every year you know you’re going to lose. Half of us want Al to retire because of it. The other half would rather just lie to themselves and everyone else about how great we are. If this is a great morning to be a Raider fan, then let me paraphrase Sting and the Police; Bring on the night. I just can’t stand another hour of daylight.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:42 am
I liked Line Draft Better I was hoping AD was reading!!!!!!!! LOL
August 11th, 2009 at 10:42 am
Oak,
Repost the info, also what is the limit on number of teams?
August 11th, 2009 at 10:43 am
4evaRaider
The FFL will be fun. Don’t panic, go to some of these football web sites and write down the players that you think will perform well. The biggest and most important suggestion is rank the players, not by position by best value to assure you points.
For example many people last year chose Tom Brady as the number one fantasy player, we all know that knee injury set back a lot of plyers playing fantasy.
Injurys will be there just plan on having fun, with a back up plan in place.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:43 am
Thanks for the invite, my old pal, but fantasy football isn’t really my thing. I really don’t care about what any other player in the NFL does if they’re not wearing silver & black.
Unless they’re running into the stands in the middle of the game to tackle ol Krappy.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:45 am
Stanford Routt faring better than CJ. He jumped a quick Frye pass to Chaz for 6.
-David White (twitter)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:46 am
SS Mike Mitchell getting hamstring worked on.
14 team drill throws by JaMarcus, just 2 complete to 13s. Lots of checkdowns to RBs and TEs, just like last year.
-David White (twitter)
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yikes!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:46 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:41 am
“Ricochet, the campaign in here against Crabtree is just hilarious. If you review the comments, there are as many about Crabtree as there are about the Raiders’ training camp! Goes to show the priorities of the Raiders today.”
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hope your not that dense and you can count!!!
Only when you and your clones spam Jerry’s good house is the Crabbypatty debate even brought up We know he sux WE know he hasnt signed WE know he is a Look at 1st catch the ball and block second we dnt waste our time however few of us (like my self right now altho I consider you a step up from Dicleschoet) can not refrain from retorting to this Blasphomy its in our nature to defend and protect and every once in a blue or (yellow) moon a troll gets us in a convo bout thier Jammies, niners, weird uncle that still baths with them and thier mom’s dial up, and oh yea Crabby it happens!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:47 am
JaMarcus tries to force ball over the middle off-balanced. That’s how interceptions happen. Footwork is everything.
-David White (twitter)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:48 am
Thomas Howard on edge blitz untouched, puts to hands on JaMarcus before Russell even knows what happened. Practice over.
-David White (twitter)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:49 am
Good Morning Nation, Gents.
OAK & Dakota,
I signed up for the FF, when is the draft?
Dell,
I’m taking Fin, IDS, MGT, Music, and I’m not sure about my 5th class. I only need 3 GE classes.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:50 am
Thec,
GO to JOIN CUSTOM LEAUGE and enter in this info!!
League name
JerryMacsKidz
ID: 528978
PW: ONENATION
Here ya go bro!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:50 am
good morning Raider O, beeecham, Dell, Thec …
August 11th, 2009 at 10:51 am
Per our conversation last nite
DHB tries double move on Nnamdi, never gains a step. JaMarcus finally looks him off, throws elsewhere.
Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:18:05 +0000
August 11th, 2009 at 10:51 am
Oaklifer, you’re another one of these “fans” watching Crabtree’s negotiations harder than you’re watching the Raiders, anxious as to how it will all make little al look. Don’t get mad at me for pointing it out.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:54 am
make it a gym class Raider O =)
August 11th, 2009 at 10:54 am
RaiderRockstar,
What up Bretheren??????
August 11th, 2009 at 10:55 am
O,
Heck yes!!!!!!!! lets do it bro!!!!!! live draft is up for debate?????
August 11th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Raider O
I’m taking Fin, IDS, MGT
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
What is Fin, IDS and MGT, coursed, the descriptions.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Richochet said to Thec:
“Wow.
I was right.
You are slow.
I laugh at YOU for giggling like a little school girl over a “name” from Oakglenny, and you come back with “you resort to name calling”?
Didn’t YOU JUMP IN LAUGHING ABOUT A NAME CALLED? LOL..geez..and now you’re shocked you got one back?
You new at this, kid?”
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HA HA. Good eye, Ricochet. His double standard is a testament to all little al shills.
August 11th, 2009 at 10:56 am
OAK, Thanks Bro!!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 10:58 am
MR: i’m tired of hearing the excuses too. Tom Cable and the Raiders need to win some games and earn respect from the media and other teams around the league. Until that happens, we’ll continue to be a laughing stock …
what are your thoughts & projections regarding Chaz Schilens?
August 11th, 2009 at 10:58 am
# The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:51 am
Oaklifer, you’re another one of these “fans” watching Crabtree’s negotiations harder than you’re watching the Raiders, anxious as to how it will all make little al look. Don’t get mad at me for pointing it out.
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How’s your facebook page working out MR?? Anyone “friend” you yet?? I didn’t think so. Look, No one cares about Crabtree’s negotiations, but I will let you in on a tiny secret. The reason we are laughing is people who are pains in the ass in the beginning of a relationship, are pains in the ass in the middle of a relationship, and then they’re pains in the ass at the end of the relationship. See Owens, Terrell. And that’s the way it appears to be going for Craptree right now. Sucks to be a Whiner.
As for rackoshit, he is babbling incoherently. Quite amusing really.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:01 am
Good Morning RR.
4eva,
I took a lot of those already. lol
August 11th, 2009 at 11:01 am
Oakglenn/Beecham
What’s your social schedule look like today?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:02 am
MR, What makes you think I am a MR. Davis schill?
Look at the body of work MR. I have never agreed with
Mr. Davis especially the way he runs the franchise.
If you know anything about this blog you would also know about the Nation Collective, what they wanted to do, and who was apart of it. So try again MR…..
Also I answered your question, yet you never responded back……
August 11th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Morning RRS
I will be there thursday night, I will let you know what the tube will not show you during the game.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:03 am
What’s your social schedule look like today?
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Kelly: I highly doubt they’re interested in black panther meetings …
August 11th, 2009 at 11:04 am
# Larz Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 8:50 am
Gruden’s return will be limited to when another Florida Job comes available.
That will be Jacksonville after this year.
Now that I think of it we should bring him back,sign him for two years, and then we can suck another team into paying us a crap load of money and draft picks to take him and his cut and paste Mike Holmgrem offense.
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My god…you guys still think Gruden wanted to get out of Oakland so he could coach in Florida? It’s one thing to lie, but when your lies take on a new life and become part of your own sense of history, it’s pretty sad.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:04 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:51 am
Oaklifer, you’re another one of these “fans” watching Crabtree’s negotiations harder than you’re watching the Raiders, anxious as to how it will all make little al look. Don’t get mad at me for pointing it out.
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LOL @ this pure speculation show me one time where on my own accord not in response to you or Dicleschoet name one time and all I did was POINTED out the facts I dnt give a F@ck if he signs in SF or the UFL or Canada all I know is he hasnt signed yetr and there has been no reportsd of him even being close so in your words “Don’t get mad at me for pointing it out.”
I think every receiver on our roster is better than every receiver on the niners roster except maybe Bruce who is a wiley vet THATS IT!!!! You my friend are reaching in the dark and grabbibg a hand full of Duders Pubes this is the real world we dnt give a F@ucj bout yu or Crabby patty but you despertly need to feel relevant that you come in here popping off you gums in hopes of any knd of response!! “”Don’t get mad at me for pointing it out.”
Good luck with you lot in life bro!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:05 am
Dell,
Fund of Finance
Intro to operations Mgmt
Mgt & ORG behavior
August 11th, 2009 at 11:05 am
cool Dell. thanks bro
you going to watch us play the 49ers too?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Oakglenn, why are you mocking people for not having friends on facebook when all of your friends are fat chicks? Like I can’t go on facebook and befriend a bunch of fatties. Let me know when you get a hottie on your friends list. I’ll check your page frequently to see, Glenn Knowlton.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:08 am
You my friend are reaching in the dark and grabbibg a hand full of Duders Pubes this is the real world we dnt give a F@ucj bout yu or Crabby patty but you despertly need to feel relevant that you come in here popping off you gums in hopes of any knd of response!!
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sheesh. take note fellas. don’t p1ss in the Kool-Aid when the Kool-Aid man is around! get’em OAklifer
I see you’re riled up and firing on all cylinders …
August 11th, 2009 at 11:09 am
Only al shills brag about their social lives when they have nothing more than a fat girlfriend or wife, and bunch of fat chick friends. Don’t you guys get it? Fatties don’t count!!! If you’re in a meaningful relationship with someone, regardless of their appearance, that’s cool. but if you’re trying to brag about being some kind of mack, FATTIES DON’T COUNT. Looking at you here, Oakglenn.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:09 am
Dell,
If I do it right, I can finish by the end of the 2010 Fall Sem.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:10 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:03 am
What’s your social schedule look like today?
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Kelly: I highly doubt they’re interested in black panther meetings …
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“They’re” one person, pilgram.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:10 am
Raider O
Pay close attention to intro to operations Mgmt.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:11 am
MR,
what are your thoughts & projections regarding WR Chaz Schilens?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:11 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 9:40 am
Today is Ricky Brown’s turn as 1st-team MLB. Rookie Slade Norris running at SLB w/Alston still out.
-David White (twitter)
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Kirk Morrison better be smashing some fools behind the LOS in preseason or Ricky Brown could easily unseat him at MLB. I told y’all Ricky Brown was a tackling machine back since Feb when we resigned him and nobody thought I was lucid (right BSJ?) haha
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All I know is that one of those two better come through. They had a couple of opportunities to add some talent at the MLB position in the draft.
I still scratch my head about the Slade Norris pick in the 4th round…..
August 11th, 2009 at 11:11 am
Wut is fyckin goin on in here LOL.
Who fyckin cares about Crabtree?
Season is right around the corner, most things said about camp so far are mostly good things. It’s an exciting time to be a fan!
9-7!
DRINK UP NATION!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:13 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Oakglenn, why are you mocking people for not having friends on facebook when all of your friends are fat chicks? Like I can’t go on facebook and befriend a bunch of fatties. Let me know when you get a hottie on your friends list. I’ll check your page frequently to see, Glenn Knowlton.
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Ouch……..
August 11th, 2009 at 11:13 am
well Double R, he called me a schill or niners fan or lost Raider fan not sure which it was I quit reading and let him have it its one thign to use douche its another to leave it on the counter for days on end and MR is starting to smell!!!!!
Come Rise With us!!!
BTW thanks Oakglenn for the suppor!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:13 am
that was my NEXT guess O
August 11th, 2009 at 11:14 am
“They’re” one person, pilgram.
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Kelly: how do you know that? Did you arrange a fight with both of them?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:14 am
RaiderRockStar, I don’t give a shyt about Chaz Shillens. I want to get rid of the GM who’s steered us to 6 straight wasted seasons. Chaz Shilins is irrelevant. I’ll say this about him: He’s not good enough to make a difference. He’s not good enough to persevere in the midst of little al’s train wreck. That much I’ll tell you. I’m going to invoke little al into every single conversation here because he is the active general manager of this team. If you don’t like that, you’re going to have to skip over my comments.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:15 am
Rackoshit-
You are obviously delusional, mentally challenged, and a coward. You obviously have no balls. You have yet to state what your favorite football team is, yet you come on here bashing the Raiders every day.
I’ve already exposed you as a sniveling little whimpering Niner Fan with your idiotic statement that “Crabtree is the Steal Of The Draft.”lmfao.
Grow a pair already and at least be the drag queen that you are and state what football team has your allegiance.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:16 am
RRS
I have been given tickets to see the whiners. I wish you were local, I may not be able to go Saturday when New Orleans is here, I would be glad to hand my seats over to you for free! No schit. No foolin.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:16 am
its one thign to use douche its another to leave it on the counter for days on end and MR is starting to smell!!!!!
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LOL. Very Nice
August 11th, 2009 at 11:19 am
The Oakglenn/Beecham personality are both Anti-Social Personality Disorder specimens. According to the scholarship
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antisocial-personality-disorder/DS00829
August 11th, 2009 at 11:20 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:16 am
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I was hoping someone caught that!!! then promtly threw it down and washed thier hands with bleach and hot water!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:20 am
Kush, why does it matter to you what Ricochet’s favorite team is? Why not just respond to his points? Do you not have an argument to put up against his? Is that why you’re trying to shift the argument over to his supposed favorite team? I think so. Basically, your insistence on him stating his favorite team is a white flag in regards to his comments about the Raiders. You’re basically saying, “ok, got me. You’re right. But tell me your team, so I can make fun of them now”. Maybe he doesn’t even have a favorite team. I’m pretty much heading there. I’m almost through with the Raiders, and I don’t plan on taking up another team. A lot of people just watch the NFL, and mock their former team for continuing to self destruct. It’s not their fault your team loses every year. It’s al’s fault.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:20 am
Chaz Shilins is irrelevant. I’ll say this about him: He’s not good enough to make a difference.
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ouch MR. harsh words regarding last year’s 7th rounder
do you think he’ll be our #1 WR this year?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:21 am
Krappy … you got me. I am Beeecham and Oakglenn. I just can’t put on this horrible charade any longer. Living a lie takes its toll on a man, and this man has run out of tokens to pay that toll.
Fine, fine detective work, my friend. I wouldn’t be surprised if Scotland Yard came knocking at your door any minute. Sherlock Holmes, look out.
Now to answer your question, I – Beeecham and Oakglenn – have nothing on my social calendar today expect to make fun of your crappy diapers.
Idiot.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:22 am
KK,
I am intriged by your hypothisis and was wondering beyond a simple Ive seen enough antics to Know how or why you think or know Beech and Oakglenn are the same peeps?? Ive had my suspsions about posters b4 just curious how you can tell……?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:22 am
fresh of the press guys. drink it! you too rico…
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Jules, Philadelphia12:23 PM ET
Who is your sleeper team of the year?
Gil Brandt, NFL.com
Hey there Jules. My sleeper team is the Oakland Raiders. I think they have very good CBs, linebackers, and they’re also very good at tight end and running backs. They came on strong last year. Winning at Tampa in the season finale, when the Bucs needed to make the playoffs, was impressive. With the exception of the Patriots game, I think we saw over the last six games of the season a big improvement in JaMarcus Russell. They beat Houston and Tampa in the last two games. Russell had 13 TDs and 8 INTs for the season … if you have that ratio, and can run the ball, you can win games.
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ONE good Cb, not two.
Mediocre LB’s.
ZERO DEFENSE AGAINST THE RUN. (anyone care to explain how the Raiders defense averaged 4.8 ypc while Kelly was out half the year injured, then went to 5.4 ypc when he got back, and THEN AL DECIDES TO REWARD THAT WITH A HUGE CONTRACT??)
TB win was impressive? Did the writer not notice that TB had lost THE PREVIOUS 3 GAMES, where each one they knew they needed a win? TB’s defense was shredded, and Bush had a career day against that weak D. How is that win “impressive”?
Even with those last two wins, Russell STILL ended up as the worst starting qb in the league. Horrible numbers.
And why much goes for naught?
O line will continue to be porous. With Barnes out, an injury means Russell will be running for his life on every play.
HEY?? He should call Aaron Brooks..he can give him some pointers on scrambling for your life.
and then, Bey, ala Moss, can run deep, wave his hand up, only to turn and see the qb under a pile of bodies.
Does this sound like fun, or what?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:23 am
Dell,
Trust me, I will. My advisor wanted me to take it.
4eva,
LMAO
August 11th, 2009 at 11:23 am
Rockstar, I know what you’re trying to do, and it’s not your strong suit. I’ll give you the same answer every time you bring Chaz up. He’s not good enough to right al’s train wreck. I have nothing more to give you on him. I’m not watching him. I watch the organization from the top down. And it’s all bad.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:24 am
beeecham Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:21 am
I dnt buy it Beech!!!!!!!
Hey Oakglenn is this true????
August 11th, 2009 at 11:25 am
The Oakglenn/Beecham personality are both Anti-Social Personality Disorder specimens. According to the scholarship
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Kelly: this is a football blog, not a psychology class. why do you feel the need to analyze them and demean thier character? do you have a superiority complex? everybody in entitled to thier opinion. I hate it when a football blog turns to insults rather than debate or discussion. Can’t you keep the peace? Sit down and have a beer with them. thats what your boy barack would do …
August 11th, 2009 at 11:25 am
# KoolKell Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:19 am
The Oakglenn/Beecham personality are both Anti-Social Personality Disorder specimens. According to the scholarship
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antisocial-personality-disorder/DS00829
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Actually Kookie, considering I have told you one thousand times I am not Beecham, you may want to look up paranoid schizophrenic on the same web site. It goes well with your own anti social personality.
Oh and MR, only you and that other loser would think I am some guy from Georgia. Even tho I post as Oakglenn, live in Oakland, and am going to the Raider game on Thursday, and then coming back to my house in Oakland and talk about Oakland and living in Oakland. But if some loon thinks I some guy in Georgia, why not huh??? You guys are getting weirder by the second. Hilarious really.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:26 am
Dell,
No foolin!!! lol
Did that client with Raider Roots take care of you?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:27 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:20 am
Chaz Shilins is irrelevant. I’ll say this about him: He’s not good enough to make a difference.
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ouch MR. harsh words regarding last year’s 7th rounder
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LMAO!!!!! He is after all captain obvious!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:27 am
Oaklifer
Read their posts, then read this:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antisocial-personality-disorder/DS00829
August 11th, 2009 at 11:28 am
It matters to me TRMR because this is a blog for Raider fans and Nation members. It’s job is to provide relevant information about the RAIDERS football season. Why would anyone come here day after day to read and discuss information pertaining to the RAIDERS when they are not a RAIDER FAN?
I understand someone from an opposing fan base coming here to talk sh*t, but at least they usually have the balls to stand up for their team so that we can all have a stand up, semi-respectable debate about it.
That’s what a real fan does. At least Charged Up, Charger, and all those other guys that used to come in here and post would stand up for their team so that we could have a somewhat intelligent debate back and forth.
Coming in here day after day, talking sh*t and then hiding behind a computer without even the courage to stand up for their team, is cowardly and spineless. Straight Up!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:28 am
I know what you’re trying to do, and it’s not your strong suit. I’ll give you the same answer every time you bring Chaz up.
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MR: I didn’t ask you about Al Davis or the state of the franchise. I know we have the worst win/loss record over the past 6 NFL seasons.
I asked you a direct question about a member of the Oakland Raiders. this is a Raiders blog, why are you beating around the bush? you usually love to make predictions. what’s different about today ???
August 11th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Lifer, those guys have lost what little minds they began life with. I find it kind of sad that someone would google ‘oakglenn’ and try to find out about my life. Actually, If you know me, I am pretty easily found. Rockstar brings up a good point: notice how it is always the same knuckleheads that want to devolve this place into a cesspool. Kookie, MR, missedabrain, rackoshit, Dud, looking your way here.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Kelly: this is a football blog, not a psychology class. why do you feel the need to analyze them and demean thier character? do you have a superiority complex?
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Really? as if I’m not stalked all day, really.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:30 am
KUSH!!!!!!1
Amen brother!!!! They dnt even respond to my verbal lashings they know better!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:30 am
Raider O
I’m still meeting and discussing the course of action for his firm, when the time is right, I will bring up compensation again and remind him of our previous discussion. I will say he left very interested and never said “NO”
August 11th, 2009 at 11:31 am
I’m glad you are seriously considering my suggestion to you MR. I think you would be a better person for it. Moving on to another team I mean…. Your just as much a carncer to the organization as Al at this point. Once you “know” you are a loser, then and only then do you truely become one.
What teams are you considering MR?
Personally, if the Raiders didn’t exist I might pick a team like, New Orleans or Philly.
Shyt though, as long as there’s the silver and black Im cool.
9-7!
Drink it!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:33 am
AZ: did you just tell MR to “drink it” ?
LOL!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:33 am
Lunch time, later Raider brethren.
I forgot, a shout out to Thec and 408, plus FREE DIRTY.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:34 am
Raider Nation Win, Lose Or Tie. I bleed Silver and Black til the day I die.
That’s my mantra Madden Raider.
I hope you do stop being a fan of the Raiders. We don’t need bandwagon riders like you anyway.
And who are you anyway, Rackoshits attorney? You guys ride each other every chance you get.
Oops I meant to say, ‘Ride for each other.’
Same difference.
“The Raiders Return To Greatness Is Inevitable.”
August 11th, 2009 at 11:34 am
see ya Dell. have a nice one bro
August 11th, 2009 at 11:36 am
# SnB offense defense specialteams Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:13 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Oakglenn, why are you mocking people for not having friends on facebook when all of your friends are fat chicks? Like I can’t go on facebook and befriend a bunch of fatties. Let me know when you get a hottie on your friends list. I’ll check your page frequently to see, Glenn Knowlton.
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Ouch……..
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It would hurt except I am not who they think I am. But I guess it’s better to fantasize that you found me on facebook, than go to your own facebook page and find that after 4 years on facebook, still no one has “friended” you.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:36 am
Before Registration
Oakglenn ran the most prolific Trolling operation in here. Tens of alternate name-calling personalities, demanding a certain line of thought. Pro Al Davis, that is.
HE HAS ADMITTED IT.
He’s known as “King of the Trolls”
August 11th, 2009 at 11:37 am
Post of the day Kush….
9-7!
LOL
August 11th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Dell,
Work him bro, take it easy, and DONT ASK FOR IT!! I can’t stress that enough!!
Make him say: what’s the next step, what’s next, etc…,
Make him want IT more than you, and take advantage of everything he says, you can use it.
You can do it Bro, Close him!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:39 am
Kelly: why don’t you offer to have a beer with Oakglenn?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Later Dell, and enjoy your lunch sir.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Krappy, even for you this is a new low. I appreciate the fact that you’ve researched this condition and feel a need to inform and educate, but posting the link 50 times a day on the blog?
At first I blamed this wackiness on your usual over the counter medication, but now I’m thinking its just your paranoid, senile mind running in circles.
And I’m fine with letting you believe that Oakglenn and I are the same person, but using the term “stalked” is inaccurate. We simply care about you and want the best treatment possible.
Someone give Krappy a hug! But do it from the waist up, please, unless you want his latest “accident” all over your new slacks.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:40 am
whoa. look at Raider O, the motivator!!
the Raiders should hire you immediately to work with Russell & Sands
August 11th, 2009 at 11:41 am
Finished pre ranking for the FFS…prepare to be dominated!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:42 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 10:41 am
Ricochet, the campaign in here against Crabtree is just hilarious. If you review the comments, there are as many about Crabtree as there are about the Raiders’ training camp! Goes to show the priorities of the Raiders today. It’s not about the Raiders winning or what they’re doing to win. It’s about making al look good, nothing else. This team can go 0-16 every year, and the priority by these talking heads in here will not be to get new management and a new coaching staff, it will be to blame players and to point out how bad other teams are. That’s it. One of these guys talks about how it’s a great morning to be a Raider fan, whatever. In the ’70s and early ’80s, when I was growing up, it really was a good morning to be a Raider fan. To paraphrase Ken Stabler, every year we knew we were going to win. You don’t have that now. In fact, every year you know you’re going to lose. Half of us want Al to retire because of it. The other half would rather just lie to themselves and everyone else about how great we are. If this is a great morning to be a Raider fan, then let me paraphrase Sting and the Police; Bring on the night. I just can’t stand another hour of daylight.
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Same babbling boobs defended Al’s 250 million spending spree, stating “Aso and Hall are best tandem in the league, GUARANTEED”
“Russell to Javon Walker..best tandem in the league..GUARANTEED”
“WAY TO GO AL, YOU STILL GOT IT”
Of course, Al then torpedoed that idea.
And now? Raiders are on the clock and Crabtree, best WR, some say the best player is available.
EVERY RAIDER BOARD had fans frothing at the mouth, already ordering their Crabtree jersey, with the “Best WR since Rice is going to be a Raider” Threads were popping up about how “Russell to Crabtree” was going to re-write record books…
and then….”Raiders, with the 7th pick in the draft, pick Darrius Heyward-Bey”
A collective WTF resounded across every Raider fan living room, and on EVERY Raider board.
And when the Niners took Crabtree, you then saw another collective “sigh”, knowing right across the bay was going to be the player EVERY RAIDER FAN WANTED.
Now? Desperate..oh so desperate to somehow attempt to save face.
I mean, how else can you describe “Well, Bey might have a lot of problems, but he’s in camp, and the best receiver in college is still holding out, along with picks #6, #8, #9, #10, and #11.
so ha ha.”
Now THAT is sad…and weak.
Why is it some equate “true fan” by being a mouse?
A TRUE FAN should demand better, not just accept every silly whim from a stubborn hard headed, all about me, owner.
Ticket buyers have an interest vested in the team. You have the RIGHT to demand a return on your investment, and to hold accountable those who make decisions that hinder the outcome.
In a corporation?
Yes or no, Raider fans..would Al Davis have been ousted by stock holders?
You all know the answer to that.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:42 am
Hell ya RR, you know I’ll let anyone drink the kool-aid. Even if they are a fan of another team. It’s RAIDER kool-aid I’m servin
August 11th, 2009 at 11:43 am
I love Sales!!!!
It’s Me Vs. You, and I always win!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:43 am
Chaz Schilens will be a starting wide receiver. He should be good for 3 to 5 receptions per game.
The receiver opposite him will be JLH, DHB or Javon Walker. A lot depends on what happens in these exhibition games.
Running back will be a three-man platoon. DMAC will get several reps at WR which will give him about 15 touches per gm. Bush and Fargas probably split the rest getting about 5 carries a piece.
The “run-fense” is on a wait and see. There is no depth at Defensive Tackle and the Middle Linebacker position is rapidly becoming a source of weakness. Safety position is unsettled with a lot of unproven talent. The SLB is also a big question mark.
Cornerbacks are solid. Pass rush DEs should pressure the QB…can they stop the run though….
August 11th, 2009 at 11:44 am
# KoolKell Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:36 am
Before Registration
Oakglenn ran the most prolific Trolling operation in here. Tens of alternate name-calling personalities, demanding a certain line of thought. Pro Al Davis, that is.
HE HAS ADMITTED IT.
He’s known as “King of the Trolls”
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Wow. This is crazy. Actually, you guys, before registration, there were a couple of Raider haters who would come in here, post as all of us, with the direct purpose of getting all of us to fight each other. That guy, who posted as me probably more than anyone eventually came clean and declared HIMSELF King of the Trolls. He then stopped, but couldn’t help himself, and came back. Now, with registration, he can’t do that. So, now, any “Oakglenn” posts are actually me. Kookie accused me of hating him. Honestly, I really don’t care about Kookie. What has been going on in here recently are the Davis haters are waging full on war. Personally I could care less. The season is about to start. You may want to stop the personal attacks.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:44 am
AZ Raider2
haha, I’m drinking the Kool-Aid bro. Actually I prefer Sunny D. At least it has Vitamin C and other essential vitamins.lol
August 11th, 2009 at 11:46 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:39 am
Kelly: why don’t you offer to have a beer with Oakglenn?
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Why should I? I don’t need him, I make em look stupid everyday.
Why don’t you get your mind out of Podunk, and open it to the broader world?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:47 am
you know I’ll let anyone drink the kool-aid. Even if they are a fan of another team. It’s RAIDER kool-aid I’m servin
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cool AZ. just making sure you were talking about Kool-Aid … haha
August 11th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Kush, this is not a blog for Raider fans or “Nation members”. This is a blog owned by InsideBayArea and operated by a journalist, completely independent of the Raiders. Comments sections are supposed to be on the topic of the current blog post. But since none of them are, and the mods don’t seem to care, EVERYTHING is fair game. This is not your blog, so stop trying to set the rules. I’m not going anywhere, and there’s nothing you can do about it.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Chaz will be the best WR for the raiders this year 78rec 1200yds 11tds
August 11th, 2009 at 11:48 am
RR,
LMAO
Maybe for their sales dept, but trust me, you don’t want me teaching our players anything! lol
August 11th, 2009 at 11:49 am
I’m going on Broker’s Tour, then the Gym. Later.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:49 am
yea we can just ignore maddenraider and the other guy what ever is name is
August 11th, 2009 at 11:50 am
Rog, only if Chaz is traded.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:50 am
Oakglenn Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Lifer, those guys have lost what little minds they began life with. I find it kind of sad that someone would google ‘oakglenn’ and try to find out about my life. Actually, If you know me, I am pretty easily found. Rockstar brings up a good point: notice how it is always the same knuckleheads that want to devolve this place into a cesspool. Kookie, MR, missedabrain, rackoshit, Dud, looking your way here.
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I hate being left off a list….
August 11th, 2009 at 11:50 am
Keller: if you are truly a barack supporter you should follow his example and settle your dispute with oakglenn in person over an ice cold beer. not by making fun of him over the internet, like a coward …
please don’t try and make this about me. i’m trying to help you. i’ve got great conflict resolution skills
August 11th, 2009 at 11:51 am
Rog, ignoring me has always been an option that’s on the table. There’s a few people here who agree with me, and I’d be perfectly fine chatting with them and responding directly to Jerry’s blogs, and having no interaction with the al shills whatsoever. They have other plans. Take it up with them. Basically, they can’t ignore me, no matter how hard they try.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:53 am
Miller and Chaz will lead the team in Catches!! After them who knows:
Walker
DMC
JLH
DHB
Murphy
August 11th, 2009 at 11:53 am
Right on Glenn, let’s get this thing done in 3 seasons!
SUPERBOWL BOUND!
9-7!
Drink up!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:54 am
Maybe for their sales dept, but trust me, you don’t want me teaching our players anything!
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Raider O: maybe not if you walk around the players locker room with a t-shirt that says “LEGALIZE IT!”
thats the type of motivation that leads to suspension. haha
August 11th, 2009 at 11:54 am
Rockstar, I voted for Obama but I’m not going to follow in his footsteps. I don’t follow in anyone’s footsteps, because I’m not a follower. I just voted for Obama because he was the best candidate last year who had a chance of winning; major party, lesser of two evils, etc. Frankly, I think Obama should have slapped that pig with a federal investigation and his entire department with a consent decree. This is America. A man shows his ID in his own house and the police don’t have any reason to be there without a warrant. That pig was on a power trip.
August 11th, 2009 at 11:55 am
Krappy, I knew about your trips to the gym (senior citizen water aerobics), but what in the world is “Broker’s Tour”? There is no possible way you’re in real estate. God help the economy if you are.
Krappy, now you’ve got me interested. Please inform!
August 11th, 2009 at 11:57 am
I don’t follow in anyone’s footsteps, because I’m not a follower.
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wow. self-promotion, nice touch. now please respond to my questions regarding Chaz Schilens
August 11th, 2009 at 11:58 am
Rockstar, what happens if I don’t respond to you questions about Chaz Shillens?
August 11th, 2009 at 11:58 am
RR,
LMAO @ 600
Now, that’s funny!!!!
Still LMAO
August 11th, 2009 at 11:59 am
Translation of Madden Raiders post #593:
“Whah Whah Whah. I’m not leaving. You can’t make me leave. I don’t like the Raiders anymore and I’m going to give on them. But I’m gonna keep on coming to this blog because I have no life.”
August 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
MR: you voted for barack, but don’t care about anything he stands for or promotes?
you don’t care about “change”?
August 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Rockstar, I’ll answer your questions about Chaz Shillens when you answer these two questions: What one individual person is more responsible than anyone else for how bad the Raiders have been in the past 6 years? What would you be saying if another NFL team still had the same GM after 6 straight seasons with 5 wins or less?
August 11th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
RR,
LMAO@ 604 You are killing me!!
Me talking to Sands: I know you still hurt for you Mommy, smoke Some, and here you go. You can thank me later.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
Rockstar, “change” was a campaign slogan to me, nothing more. I voted for Obama because he’s the better candidate. I’m an independent minded person. I just don’t worship people, like you do Al Davis.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
what happens if I don’t respond to you questions about Chaz Shillens?
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MR: did this suddenly become 3rd grade level? I can’t force you to do or say anything. I was asking for your opinion. Still not sure why you’re so guarded about it regarding Chaz and so outspoken about everything else under the sun …
August 11th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Kush, this is not a blog for Raider fans or “Nation members”. This is a blog owned by InsideBayArea and operated by a journalist, completely independent of the Raiders.
HAhahahahaROTFLMFAO. This is the type of irrational, illogical idiocy that I’m talking about.
The title of this blog is…..drum roll please…..
“Inside The Oakland Raiders.”
Jerry Mcdonald is an NFL writer for…that’s right folks, you guessed it. The Oakland Raiders!
Mentally challenged comments like this is why no one takes you seriously anymore.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Yeh, Kush, only people who don’t have a life think al is a joke of a GM…
August 11th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Kush, if this blog isn’t for me, why am I allowed to be here?
August 11th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Shilens is poised for a big year. He is probably the best looking receiver in camp right now. The best part of Shilens is he really improved as the year went on. His last games were his best games. And I didn’t think he would even make the team last year. He seemed tentative, unsure where to go. Chaz is going to be a very good player for us.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Oakglenn Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Lifer, those guys have lost what little minds they began life with. I find it kind of sad that someone would google ‘oakglenn’ and try to find out about my life. Actually, If you know me, I am pretty easily found. Rockstar brings up a good point: notice how it is always the same knuckleheads that want to devolve this place into a cesspool. Kookie, MR, missedabrain, rackoshit, Dud, looking your way here.
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Geez dude, you’re the biggest tool of all.
“Devolve it into a cesspool”???
Look at all your sorry silly incessant digs against everyone, unprovoked. Out of the blue snide insults, and you state OTHERS are turning this into a cesspool?
You’re like this little insecure child, who stands in the background, calling little juvenile names, then running behind mommy’s apron when you get a glance.
Then you cry about how your feelings are hurt, lol.
Every board has the resident motley fool.
You wear that title with obvious honor. Good for you.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Rockstar, I told you I’d answer your questions about Shillens when you answer my questions about Al Davis.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Rockstar, I’ll answer your questions about Chaz Shillens when you answer these two questions: What one individual person is more responsible than anyone else for how bad the Raiders have been in the past 6 years? What would you be saying if another NFL team still had the same GM after 6 straight seasons with 5 wins or less?
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I’ll take this one for you RR.
1) Al Davis
2) You are fired mother fuker!
August 11th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
I’ll answer your questions about Chaz Shillens when you answer these two questions: What one individual person is more responsible than anyone else for how bad the Raiders have been in the past 6 years? What would you be saying if another NFL team still had the same GM after 6 straight seasons with 5 wins or less?
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alright MR. fair enough
1. Al Davis is responsible
2. I wouldn’t care about another team’s owner or GM. I’m a Raiders fan. thier loss is our gain (especially an AFC team)
your turn!
August 11th, 2009 at 12:07 pm
” CHANGE”!!!!
Legalize it!!!!! That will change everything in Cali.
-Help the Local Economy
-Stop funding the govt to spend all that money to fight it
- less crime
Legalize it!!! Please!!
August 11th, 2009 at 12:07 pm
Whether it’s operated by the Oakland Raiders it is about the Oakland Raiders for people and fans interested in the Oakland Raiders. If you don’t like the team, or are not interested in the team, there’s no reason to be on this forum.
It’s just common ass sense.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
Rockstar, since your answer to question number 2 is an obvious lie, our deal’s off. I’ll stand with my original answer about Shillens, rather it addresses your inquiry or not: Shillens is not good enough to fix al’s mess.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
Kush, I know you’re slow, but I’ll try again: If this blog isn’t for me, why am I allowed here?
August 11th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
I don’t worship Al Davis or any man.
Even Al admits he’s made some major mistakes over the past 6 years. He’s not up there saying he’s perfect and accepting no blame whatsoever. He’d be ignorant to do so …
August 11th, 2009 at 12:10 pm
# KoolKell Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:46 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:39 am
Kelly: why don’t you offer to have a beer with Oakglenn?
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Why should I? I don’t need him, I make em look stupid everyday.
Why don’t you get your mind out of Podunk, and open it to the broader world?
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Yeah, kook, let’s go have a beer. We’ll break all our barriers down.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
Raider O, here here, on legalizing it.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
Hey Jhill, Rockstar, Oakglenn, Raider Dell, LMN, Bo, 4eva, Raider O, Dakota, I want in on you´re fantasy league. I ran 2 other teams in some friend leagues but think it be kick ass to be in a Raider lovin League. I´ve bled silver n’ black since i was 7.
Is there still room?
August 11th, 2009 at 12:13 pm
since your answer to question number 2 is an obvious lie, our deal’s off.
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LOL. did you hear me calling for the Lions to fire Matt Millen or the Chiefs to fire Carl Peterson? NO!
no matter what my answer would have been you’d call it a lie (even though I did answer truthfully), just to make an excuse not to answer my question …
fine. be a coward. thats on you.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
RaiderRockstar, al doesn’t admit to mistakes. He’s never taken accountability for any major event that’s contributed significantly to how bad the team is today. He won’t admit he lowballed Gruden, which has killed his chances of ever getting a real coach here again (see Petrino, Weisenhunt). He only takes accountability for small things. al’s an irresponsible fraud.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
rodsdays Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
Hey Jhill, Rockstar, Oakglenn, Raider Dell, LMN, Bo, 4eva, Raider O, Dakota, I want in on you´re fantasy league. I ran 2 other teams in some friend leagues but think it be kick ass to be in a Raider lovin League. I´ve bled silver n’ black since i was 7.
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Ya there is room for 10 and only 6 there so far I think
August 11th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
KK and Oak together at last…I can see it now:
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.cinematical.com/media/2008/08/lvmain.jpg
August 11th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
LOL @ Rockstar calling people “cowards”. Internet tough guy.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
al doesn’t admit to mistakes.
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MR: go back and read the transcripts from the presser when Cable was named HC
August 11th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
Raider O Says:
I love Sales!!!!
It’s Me Vs. You, and I always win!!!
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I ain’t buyin’ it! Get your foot outta my doorway. lol
August 11th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
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August 11th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
even though this is the internet, you can still be a man of your word …
you’re afraid of what others might say if you offer your opinion on Chaz Schilens
I answered your questions. you never answered mine. simple as that
August 11th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
even though this is the internet, you can still be a man of your word …
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Don’r forget who your talking to RR. lol
August 11th, 2009 at 12:25 pm
Well done, Dakota. Well done.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:25 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
killed his chances of ever getting a real coach here again (see Petrino, Weisenhunt).
LOL LOLLMAOHAHAHAHROFLMAOLOLHAHAHAHAHA
LOL @ you you are a mental midget !!! LOL did you just call Petrino a “REAL” Head coach!!!!!
LOLLOLHAHAHAROFLOL!!!!LLOLHAHAHAHA
this is FUNNY!!!! PLEASE READ!!!!11
HAHAHHAHAAHA
August 11th, 2009 at 12:25 pm
# Dakota Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
KK and Oak together at last…I can see it now:
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.cinematical.com/media/2008/08/lvmain.jpg
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hahahaha. Wow. kookie almost looks normal in that photo. I always pictured him looking (and smelling) like those guys you step over on the sidewalk.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
Hahahah. I’m slow MR?
At least I’m smart enough to know that this is a forum that’s actually about the Oakland Raiders for people that are interested in the Oakland Raiders.ROTFLMFAO.
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The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Kush, this is not a blog for Raider fans or “Nation members”. This is a blog owned by InsideBayArea and operated by a journalist, completely independent of the Raiders. Comments sections are supposed to be on the topic of the current blog post.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
August 11 1:14 ET
The morning practice ended with a scary sight for the Raiders’ offense. OLB Thomas Howard came untouched on a blitz. If this were a real game, he would have clocked QB JaMarcus Russell. That problem needs to be fixed before Thursday’s game against Dallas.
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It won’t matter whether or not Russell is improving this season if they still can’t block for him. I sure hope this was a fluke.
August 11th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
rodsdays Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
Hey Jhill, Rockstar, Oakglenn, Raider Dell, LMN, Bo, 4eva, Raider O, Dakota, I want in on you´re fantasy league. I ran 2 other teams in some friend leagues but think it be kick ass to be in a Raider lovin League. I´ve bled silver n’ black since i was 7.
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Sir…If I may We have room but this is for serious fans if you are affilated with anyohter Rods or dudes or MR’s the awnser is sorry bro no but if yu bleed silver and black you should truley post more on here and you are always welcome!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
I agree Texas, they have reported already that he tries to force some balls to receivers because of his arm, if he still doesn’t have enough time he will be rushing those off even more.
August 11th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
Hello?
August 11th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
And we are back…..
August 11th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
WOW finaly!!!!!
MR CALLED PETRINO A “REAL” COACH!!!!!! LOL@ this!!!!!!
SEE POST’s 634 and 644!!!!
LOL
He is not the brightest football fan in the blog!!!! LOL
Petrino is a real GEM!!!!!!!
Remind me MR what did he do again in the NFL!!!!
LOL
Ive been tryin to post this for about an hour!!!!!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
almost gave up for the day!!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
Jerry, you are posting too quickly, SLOW DOWN.
August 11th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Petrino may be the best NFL COACH EVER!!!!!!!!
lol some of us (MR) not to mention any names actually believe this!!!!!!
August 11th, 2009 at 1:39 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:54 am
Frankly, I think Obama should have slapped that pig with a federal investigation and his entire department with a consent decree. This is America. A man shows his ID in his own house and the police don’t have any reason to be there without a warrant. That pig was on a power trip.
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I believe I agree. Frightening.
August 11th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Kush, this is not a blog for Raider fans or “Nation members”. This is a blog owned by InsideBayArea and operated by a journalist, completely independent of the Raiders. Comments sections are supposed to be on the topic of the current blog post.
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oh, please mr maddenraider… please tell us more…
honest, all of us didn’t know we were doing it wrong…
if we misspell a word… is that really bad… or is it just bad???
if we disagree with you… can we say so… or do we have to take a time out???
and, oh my god, if we actually discuss someone other than Murphy or Mitchell or Gallery… well… what will happen to us???
i mean, they won’t send us to your mom’s basement or anything will they???
anything but that !!!
August 11th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Dakota,
Gasol’s break was on his non-shooting hand.
August 11th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
hopefully we are back for good this time…
August 11th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
Kush Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 11:28 am
It matters to me TRMR because this is a blog for Raider fans and Nation members. It’s job is to provide relevant information about the RAIDERS football season. Why would anyone come here day after day to read and discuss information pertaining to the RAIDERS when they are not a RAIDER FAN?
I understand someone from an opposing fan base coming here to talk sh*t, but at least they usually have the balls to stand up for their team so that we can all have a stand up, semi-respectable debate about it.
That’s what a real fan does. At least Charged Up, Charger, and all those other guys that used to come in here and post would stand up for their team so that we could have a somewhat intelligent debate back and forth.
Coming in here day after day, talking sh*t and then hiding behind a computer without even the courage to stand up for their team, is cowardly and spineless. Straight Up!
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So, you just called yourself a coward.
Called yourself SPINELESS.
Yeah, wimp, YOU, lol…moron.
See, your last comments, to me, after I torched your silly inadequate reply, was “I’m done replying. I don’t want to play anymore. I’m taking my purse and going home” (words to that effect) Hell, you even BEGGED OTHER POSTERS TO DO AS YOU DO, which is tuck your tail between your legs, wave that white flag, and scream out NO MAS, NO MAS, POR FAVOR, NO MAS!!!.
As Madden said, you can’t defend the words, so instead you wish to state “Well, so and so also sucks.”
Diversion reply.
Means you can’t back up your words, so you’re run the sorry “Well, how about so and so”
Madden was dead on..you’re post says exactly “YOU’RE RIGHT. I HAVE NO DEFENSE, so let’s not discuss the Raiders. what’s YOUR team?”
You’re a “Headline” poster. All you know is what you see on the headlines, and for you, that’s all you can discuss.
shut up fool, you’re just embarrassing yourself.
August 11th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
Kush Says:
August 11th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
Hahahah. I’m slow MR?
At least I’m smart enough to know that this is a forum that’s actually about the Oakland Raiders for people that are interested in the Oakland Raiders.ROTFLMFAO.
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Another dumber than cotton comment.
“for people interested in the Raiders”?
According to who?
Oh, wait, I get it.
You were crying earlier to the tune of “sniff…sniff…why can’t we just have people here who are blind loyalists? Who never question anything? Why can’t we all just agree on everything the Raiders say or do? why? WHY????”
You can be interested in counting the dimples on golf balls, and you can still stop by and state “Al is a baffoon.”
Quit your crying, Kushy. It’s embarrassing.
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