Party carried on without Bruce
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, December 7th, 2009 at 1:39 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Part of Bruce Gradkowski wished he could have remained behind to join the festivities.
“My mom told me last night,me and you dad have tomorrow off. We’re going to have a good time tonight,’ ” ” Gradkowski said Monday “ `I said, ‘Good, enjoy it. I’ll be on a six-hour plane trip.’ ”
It was a weekend party for the Gradkowskis, starting with a bus load of 15 players coming to their home not long after the Raiders charter landed Friday night. Players had a late meal starting at around 10 p.m., wrapping up at 11:30.
Loads of pasta, chicken parmesan, all home cooked, with only wings brought in from the outside.
“I’ve never been to anything like that before on a game weekend, and it was great,” Raiders tight end Zach Miller said.
“Dinner was awesome,” Gradkowski said. “Might have to bring Mom out so she can cook again.”
Gradkowski didn’t seem to mind the lack of sleep or all the attention which makes him an NFL celebrity for a week. According to STATS, LLC, Gradkowski is the only quarterback since they’ve been keeping track since 1991 to throw three come-from-behind touchdown passes in the fourth quarter of a game.
“It was really hectic after the game because I had to do all the interviews, and then I had 50 family members waiting outside I had to go talk to,” Gradkowski said. “So it was real exciting, though, getting to see everyone, and how much my family enjoyed it. Kind of wish I could’ve stayed home in Pittsburgh to enjoy it with ‘em, but I might’ve got kicked out of Pittsburgh.”
Gradkowski’s father, Bruce Sr., became emotional when asked if he was proud of his son on a KPIX interview televised to the Bay Area. It’s not the first time Bruce has moved his father to tears.
In a pre-draft diary with the Pittsburgh Post Gazette in 2006, Gradkowski recounted purchasing a 2001 Grand Marquis in perfect condition for his dad. A friend who kept his cars in immaculate condition owned it, and Bruce Jr. bought it for his dad as surprise, pulling up in front of the house and honking the horn.
Bruce Sr. got emotional that time, as well.
“He gets choked up when he’s excited, and he’ll try to hold it back,” Bruce Jr. said. “He’s like a big teddy bear. I say, ‘let it out, Pop, it’s all right.’ ”
The Raiders flight didn’t arrive in Oakland until 10:30 p.m. after a delay at the Pittsburgh airport because of ice on the wings.
More to come . . .
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December 7th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
Fly Mrs Grads out to be the team chef!
December 7th, 2009 at 1:42 pm
YEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
I love this guy
December 7th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
Hey Jerry,
Here I did the work for you….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGRFkcvANHQ
December 7th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Gradkowski is the guy. Now let’s draft an offensive tackle and a defensive tackle, and we will be in business.
December 7th, 2009 at 1:46 pm
Polish Power Baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 1:46 pm
“I’ve never been to anything like that before on a game weekend, and it was great,” Raiders tight end Zach Miller said.
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Doing things like this makes your teammates play harder for you. That’s what QB’ing is all about in the NFL.
Guys will run harder, catch better and block better when they know the guy is giving his all. No coincidence that the pass-protection has been better for Grads. Guys are just trying harder.
December 7th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
Lucifer-666 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
Dogg
No I didn’t get to see the Mule in September but I am listening to the new album now and really enjoying it!
How the hell have you been? I have been posting on PFT because they don’t ban.”
I’ve been good, although I keep buying my kid more and more Christmas gifts and my wife is trying to put the kybosh on it. I can’t help it, I see things that I can’t help but buy for the little guy.
It’s probably because I grew up pretty poor with not much, so now that I am in a position to spend money, I do. Plus the look on his face is priceless.
The new album is very well rounded, each song stands up on it’s own. I like Inside Woman Outside Woman Blues #3, Any Open Window and Steppin’ Lightly, which reminds of Black Sabbath after smoking some herb and deciding to get a little funky!
December 7th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
WE GOT A GAMER….WE GOT A GAMER
December 7th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
Did anyone see Michael Bush on the field at all yesterday?
December 7th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
repost
Oh man…it’s a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
Ha…I see MR in here like usual, spreading his usual hatred of Al, because he lacks imagination for other thought (so much for that $699 — er, $599 after coupon — spent at Screenwriter U, huh?!).
One great victory! And sourpusses like MR and KK, et al can’t do a thing to dampen that fact. Except for the goofy trickeration play, the Offense was run well, and plays were called appropriately — and sometimes exceptionally well. Being the Oakland Raiders Defense, of course a few big plays were given up on 3rd down…
…but no matter the mistakes, this one was sweet. The Raiders have proven to themselves they can play with the best teams in the league — when they show up to play, that is. Now, they need to feel like winners and do it again next week. It CAN happen, and it MUST happen sometime — or the Raiders will never turn the proverbial corner.
All those “big” wins listed above mean absolutely nothing when they’re not built-upon — and they haven’t done that here for years.
The 3-4 Defense? We’ve had the speed for it, and most of the personnel to run it for a few years now, and standing-up Trevor Scott is inching closer. I submit we do not need to run either a 3-4 or a 4-3…but continue to play the “match-up” game with personnel, and continue to shift looks, formations, and base alignments to keep QB’s guessing. The 3-4 brought us our first SB win…because of changes made necessary due to personnel strengths and weaknesses.
Cable and Marshall both had fine weeks and games as coaches…and that’s all good. They’re playing who they want, where they want them, and they’re getting results. Coaches need to come into their own, too.
The Raiders beat the defending Champs, and still a very good team. And it was NOT a fluke to do that to two good teams in recent weeks, or three “quality” teams this year. Progress may be slow getting here, but it’s still progress…by leaps and bounds now.
Gradkowski the next ???
I’m just glad he knows his way around a pocket, and seems to know how to extend plays in his/the offense’s favor. He looks like a real player, and if he keeps it up, he’ll be tough for ANYBODY to beat him out next year — no matter where the guy comes from. Right now, I’m Glad for Grad!
The real fan known as BHP, and the race-based opinion machine KK (what a couple that would make!) — You’re both wrong about DHB and JaMarcus, for whatever reasons you throw out…
DHB is not the reason your beloved JaMarcus can’t play the game fast enough, and he’s not the reason JaMarcus can’t hit the side of the Coliseum with even half of his passes. DHB is a first-year WR thrust into a role with one of the worst starting QB’s in football history after 2 years.
Louis Murphy’s apparent early breakout (let’s sustain it) is a great bonus for the team, and when DHB “gets it” we’ll be loaded with talent for our QB — who’s capable of LEADING a team — to throw the ball to.
Long live Al Davis — with or without a GM.
It’s a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
December 7th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 6th, 2009 at 12:36 pm
DON’T EVER DOUBT MY SUPERIOR PREDICTION SKILLS AGAIN, MORONS. BOW DOWN TO YOUR SUPERIOR
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Notice the time of the comment. He was so-happy after we gave up the TD to make it 17-13 (that he predicted) and couldn’t wait to tell everyone, only Bruce had other things on his mind.
Nothing makes this guy more mad than seeing the Raiders win.
December 7th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
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December 7th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
who were the lucky fifteen to get the home-cooked meal?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
Great story!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
HazeDaze
Where have you been you little chickenshyt?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
lmao
December 7th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
DKnight007 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
DKnight007
Will that DT from Nebraska last until the 2nd round?
^^^^^^^^
Suh??
Heck no….the guy should be gone within the top 3 picks by all rights.”
I figured as much. What are the chances that Spikes makes it into the 2nd round? Not likely I imagine, so who to choose if both are available? Personally I would stick with Spikes. He reminds me of Ray Lewis, it’s hard to let a player of that caliber pass you by…
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Spikes won’t last until round 2…..it’s possible….but highly doubtful!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
OLB/DE Brandon Graham from Michigan is also a BEAST!
Dan Williams from Tennesee is another solid DT.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:11 pm
aig Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
fcking funny as hell to see a guy blasting “garbagekowski” for weeks on here shows up today claiming to have missed most of the game yesterday. LMAO!
FYI, nfl replay has the game at 8pm et on Tuesday. Let’s see if you duck another “garbagekowski” performance excuse again.
Sincerely,
AlisGod
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Lol, sorry my local station did not carry the game. jeeezus, you are really desperate to get back at me aren’t you? LMAO
Listen wife beater, go take it out on a woman, it is your only chance daisy boy.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:11 pm
a 2001 Grand Marquis??? hahahahah! they need to restructure JaJaJaJaJaStupids contract and give Gradkowski a HUUUUGE Raise so he can get his dad a 2010 Bentley
December 7th, 2009 at 2:13 pm
Raiders need to draft Suh in the 1st if available or get the best OL/DL/LB available with their pick
December 7th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I sure hope Jablubber wasn’t invited. He would have cleared that place out.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
DAISY BOY OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lmao again
December 7th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
Kirk Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Gradkowski is the guy. Now let’s draft an offensive tackle and a defensive tackle, and we will be in business.
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And a beast MLB and hire a TRUE GM/PERSONNEL guy.
Grad sure is a breath of fresh air not just for the team but the fans.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
Hey Dakota….that could be a name 4A gay country band lol
December 7th, 2009 at 2:18 pm
DAISY BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Ahh, KK — I pop in every now and then. No need to come back too often…it’s like a broken record in here. You and MR and RickieLake and the other one-note songs never change your tune. (See that MR, you big boy writer, you…that’s called a metaphor.)
Last time I was in here, the Raiders had just been smoked. But, like always, it was still a great day to be a Raiders fan…sad as I was for the loss(es).
You, KK, and those like you, do not care about the wins and losses…as long as your opinion is correct. That is not team support — that is poison.
Long live Al…and may he run HIS team as long as he wants to. I’ll support the team no matter what happens.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
Great Story, dream come true for Bruce. WR’s made plays for him bigtime.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
i love how bruce tells it like it is! He’s a true leader…with an uncapped year next year, i see russell getting cut since they wont take a cap hit…get with of that poison
December 7th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
HazeDaze
STFU talking to me, you little chickenshyt coward. Raiders win a game and all of a sudden your back in here talking shyt.
No respect for you. Now F-off.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
Billboard Goes Up
Bey Goes Down
WR’s Make Plays.
Whoda Thunk?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
I think the bill-board was 4 Big Al 2 hire a GM….not bench the non-ball catcher DHB,imo
December 7th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
2-1 with Gradkowski. 1-0 without DHB.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
HaHaHaHaHa…
KK — You have the fastest meltdowns of any poster to this forum. Small minds can’t find ways around obstacles fast enough, so they melt down like that. Thinking other than hate-based thoughts is beyond you, and covering your hate-filled opinions by acting like you “like” Gradkowski is a bad smoke-screen.
Glad I came back now, KK?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Brian Kelly and Jim Harbaugh interviewing with ND.
I’d take either of them…but I’d rather have kelly at ND and Harbaugh in Oakland next year, lol.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
I always thought that a sign of a great offense would be how effortless they made it look while the defense was trying so hard.
Look at the last TD. Steelers send 6, line picks it up easy, Bruce steps up in a huge pocket and throws a beauty to a WR who is basically standing there, while the defender is flailing at the ball to no prevail.
Had them on a yo-yo. Unbelievable to even say that.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
4evaRaider Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
I think the bill-board was 4 Big Al 2 hire a GM….not bench the non-ball catcher DHB,imo
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Agreed, but it also put Big Al on notice, that the status quo was a no go.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
hey Dakota…your boy Weiss made Claussen 1 promise and that was he awould have him NFL ready when it was time…well its time and Weiss did and I can respect that
December 7th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
Good win, but its only ONE so far…
http://www.raidernationstation.com/
December 7th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
If it was Mrs. Russell cooking, those 15 players woulda shown up to the stadium about 30 lbs heavier with no work ethic.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
HaHaHaHaHa…
KK — You have the fastest meltdowns of any poster to this forum. Small minds can’t find ways around obstacles fast enough, so they melt down like that. Thinking other than hate-based thoughts is beyond you, and covering your hate-filled opinions by acting like you “like” Gradkowski is a bad smoke-screen.
Glad I came back now, KK?
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I am.
Welcome back Haze.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
I think Bruce is having more success having jumped in the middle of the season than if he had started the whole year.
He is exactly what this team needed after the disaster that was Jamarcus Russell’s 2009 season. He has fire and the team is responding to it. AFter the last few games last year, most of all us, and I’m sure plenty of players, bought into the “chill we got this” approach.
That had to fail before Bruce could succeed, IMO.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
check-a-mundo-KoolKell =)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Hayesdaze
How dare you come here and talk up Raider football.
The Raider haters come unglued when you do that
welcome back
December 7th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
Awwww! Grads Dad!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:37 pm
LA to TheBay Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
If it was Mrs. Russell cooking, those 15 players woulda shown up to the stadium about 30 lbs heavier with no work ethic.
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LMMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:37 pm
Raiders need to get Jimmy Clausen next year and Weis as OC
December 7th, 2009 at 2:37 pm
but either way….we gots some well-fed boys =)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
shyt gotta run
December 7th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
I never understood the hate in this place.
If you are not a fan, then why waste your time in here? Are you Sadists? Do you have low self-esteem issues? Because you mainly come off as complete jackasses…
December 7th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Dakota Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Brian Kelly and Jim Harbaugh interviewing with ND.
I’d take either of them…but I’d rather have kelly at ND and Harbaugh in Oakland next year, lol.
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Only hope: Try to lure Lloyd Carr out of retirement. It would be funny to turn to a Mich man in Harbaugh. I might even unblock NBC.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
MR had two meltdowns yesterday.
First was when the Raiders won the game. (he really hates it when we win)
Second was his trying to get someone to argue with him.
Everyone ignored him and he was going nuts.
Good job ignoring him by the way! (thats another thing he hates)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
Have a nice day VEGAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
LOL. I just checked in to the Vegas Hilton…trade show. Rainy and fkin COLD. ‘
Vegas, WTF?!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
HEEEEEEEEEEEEY Plunketthead!!!!
You are RULING in FF congrats BRO!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
GO RAIDERS!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Two words.
SAFETY BLITZES!!!!
Man, Tyvon and Mike Mitchell were applying the heat!
Mithcell got juked twice or would’ve had big plays. Big Ben is pretty nimble, but it was nice to see Oakland send the house and succeed.
Mitchell, Branch and Huff are starting to look like a strong point in the Raiders D baby and that crucial to Al’s “built backwards” pass rush / coverage D.
Very niiiiize…
December 7th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
this was Graddy’s 3rd start for the Raiders.
he accomplished 2 feats against a quality opponent that Russell still hasn’t in 25 starts …
1. 300 yards
2. 3 TD’s
what is the response from JaBlubber lovers?
the o-line ? the WR’s ? the defense ? Al Davis ?
the former 6th rounder has 1 more year of NFL experience?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
OMGGGGGGGGG
Bo….is Las Vegas N. ready 4 you and Vegas???????????
December 7th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
Thanks, gents!
Good to stop by every now and then.
Can’t help pointing out the hypocrisy/hedging by some of our favorite posters, though. I tried…just can’t do it!
Like…how KK points out that Gradkowski had lived a dream come true…and how the WR’s were making plays for him!
Well yes, KK, the WR’s were making plays for him. But Grad was THE man yesterday and you still can’t just acknowledge that.
JaMarcus couldn’t have done what Grad did yesterday (HOF’ers haven’t!)…even if he had Freddie B., Cliff Branch and Dave Casper all in their primes.
Grad deserves the credit…no matter what COLOR he is, Kell!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
2gether????????????????
December 7th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
Mostly luck and I need lots more luck to pull out a win tonight
December 7th, 2009 at 2:47 pm
I think Rob Ryan would have ruined both Branch and Mitchell, ala once-a-bust Huff. Lionel W. deserves some credit. Maybe Hanson WAS fkin up their heads…
December 7th, 2009 at 2:47 pm
#36 Derrick Gibson played pretty well against Pittsburg yesterday.
nice pick Al!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:47 pm
YEP….I believe Gradkowski the Great is da only RAIDER QB 2ever throw 3 YDs in 4th qt….please NATION correct me if I am wrong =)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:48 pm
TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT
td’s NOT yds lmao
December 7th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
3 yards in the 4th is the kind of numbers I would put up on a good day =)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
Patrick Bates was makin’ PLAYS…
nice pick Al!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Stabler, no?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Never mind
I cant win that game
December 7th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
Nnamdi21….you was RIGHT it is the EXACUTION
December 7th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Mitchell = Gibson version 2.0
bring the heat gibs! lay the wood!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
And, Plunk –
MR’s real meltdown happened after he put in CAPS LIKE THIS…how everybody were morons for doubting his “prediction powers” after the Steelers scored their last time…
..of course, MR doesn’t mention that his powers of prediction COMPLETELY MISSED the prediction of the Raiders last score! But…everyone else are the morons??
The lack of intelligent thought by some of these guys — BEFORE they post — is truly comical. And super evident when they do!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:53 pm
I’m gonna go look Plunk
December 7th, 2009 at 2:53 pm
Perhaps, RR. But Gibson is a confirmed 1st round washout. Mitch is a 2nd rounder from a small school and looks OK to me…
December 7th, 2009 at 2:54 pm
Hey Plunketthead…. just hope Rodgers has a career day and Driver has the flu +)
December 7th, 2009 at 2:55 pm
Of to the Vegas convention center.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:55 pm
Off
December 7th, 2009 at 2:55 pm
LO EFFIN L!! From Jerry’s twitter:
“How can you tell if DHB is active or inactive?”
“It’s a trick question. You can’t.”
December 7th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
BSJ
McFadden was driving me INSANE yesterday.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
Mighty quiet on the MR and KK fronts all of a sudden. A little azz-chapped, maybe. Awww…maybe they can rub each other. Umm…what am I talking about…they’ve been doing that for years now!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
BSJ, i’m glad #36 is back!
so with Branch starting at SS and Alston & Brown on IR, who is the ST gunner?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
“How can you tell if DHB is active or inactive?”
“It’s a trick question. You can’t.”
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if Heyward-Bey was active Bruce would have thrown 4 TD passes in the 4th quarter!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
BSJ
McFadden was driving me INSANE yesterday.
same here…Glass legs and the power of a girl scout.
December 7th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Doesn’t Mike Mitchell wear the #34?
December 7th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Doesn’t Mike Mitchell wear the #34?
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no, that was Bo Jackson!
December 7th, 2009 at 2:59 pm
Bo knows baseball too
December 7th, 2009 at 2:59 pm
BoJax = boobie miles
December 7th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
later gents. 5pm in Podunk
December 7th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Doesn’t Mike Mitchell wear the #34?
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no, that was Bo Jackson!”
As well as Mike Mitchell
http://www.raiders.com/team/roster/Mike-Mitchell/716bc04f-62d6-46e6-88f4-66e6d5bac34c
December 7th, 2009 at 3:02 pm
Dakota
You missed yesterdays game? Next time:
http://atdhe.net/index.html
December 7th, 2009 at 3:03 pm
i am so happy Tht win was AWESOME!! GO RAIDERS!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:05 pm
HEY pretty Ldynblk….Nice 2C you posting!!!!! and yes GREAT WINNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
December 7th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
McFadden is the only person that I have ever seen run so hard and get exactly no where. He appears to get tripped up by the wind.
He had 1 good run, the misdirection toss that went for 4 yards, but more importantly a 1st down.
Clearly they need to isolate McFadden and create space for him. Running between the tackles doesn’t seem to be his strength. Line him up in the slot more, throw him some more screens, whatever it takes to create mismatches and space.
I REALLY want this kid to succeed and clearly so does he. They need to play to his strengths more and set him up to succeed.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
Dogg….IMHO Cable will…its like fixing leaking pipes…you slowly get a hold of it Cable IS imo
December 7th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
I 2 expect GREAT things from Dmac
December 7th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
Hayes
Yes I was watching him but after the Cincy meltdown, I was not suprised.
At least KK has enough sense to step away from the computer long away for the waves of anger to subside so he doesnt make it appearant that he hates the raiders as well as Al Davis and white folks and black women and Bush and republicans and kids and Santa Claus, etc, etc forever.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
how many tall skinny legs running back do you guys see in the nfl that succeed. Marcus is the last guy that did that. Fact is Mcchicken legs go down way too easy cuz his center of gravity is so damn high. In college, he used his speed to out run people. You can’t do that in the nfl. Everyone thought that he was great cuz of his performance against Dorsey and LSU. It turns out LSU was overrated as well as Dorsey as we can see that Dorsey aint doing anything in the nfl. Even Chris Johnson bounces off people … just google his jaguars game.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:14 pm
LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
December 7th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
Well then in that regard AIG wouldnt you say our DT’s have Waaaay 2 high a center of gravity????
December 7th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
McFadden is not a zone block runner, he depends on instinct. Michael Bush also is a power back not a cutback runner. It makes no sense to run D-Mac in a zone cutback system. You make him lose speed he needs to be decisive on his own. Find the hole and hit not go 1 way then cutback you lose speed.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
Memo to Grounds crew.
You idiots! You are applying the yard markers too thick. It is causing Darren McFadden to trip over them and go down without being touched by defenders. Anyone applying the paint must smooth down the edges so this does not happen in the future.
Al Davis
December 7th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
Gradkowski played well and i’m happy. But he by far is not the answer at QB, and if you all are to believe that he is guess what. He will be the starter next season, and we will be a .500 team. I think he is ok to finish the season but he in know way is the long term answer.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
nut-sack jumper….by golly Dakota you’ve done it again…
The Daisey Boy’s 1st big hit can be nut-sack jumper lmao
December 7th, 2009 at 3:19 pm
4eva…
no clue what you trying to say with your analogy. Just look at all the starting and productive RB’s in this league, they all are built big on the bottom not on the top. Anyone who knows football knows that a RB needs to have a low center of gravity to make the cuts and use the power. Sorry but chicken legs doesnt have it. Also, every time McChicken legs has gotten in the open he has been caught. KC and Dallas are games that come to mind.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:21 pm
I must copy write this name and this song….
Doggg I need your help!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
You’re not playing to D-Mac’s strength so you cant be to judgmental right now. Yes he has dissapointed so far but have we played to what he does best? no.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
I really wanted DMAC to succeed for this team. I really did, but after watching all of his carries he is just not the guy. He hesitates way too much and has no power.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
AIG
Sounds like something that a little off season strength conditioning and core focused training couldn’t cure.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
AIG…I guess I’m saying imo…T Kelly is2tall 2B a DT
December 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Funny how JLH , benched all year in favor of Davis’ Boy Toy, made huge contributions yesterday.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Excellent points on McFadden. Unfortunately, it takes awhile to figure out how and where to use a RB in the NFL (see: Reggie Bush)…and McFadden’s not meant to bang the way they’ve tried to.
When Bush gets the carries he should be getting, McFadden will be as valuable as Napolean Kaufman was back in the day. Fargas continues to get hit, like as hard as possible on every play, and he will likely get hurt again. If McFadden took that kind of beating, it wouldn’t be for long.
Now that the Offense is showing it has a little imagination (oh yeah, the Defense too!)…I’m counting on them to find ways to maximize McFadden’s talents outside — and more selectively — inside.
Here’s a prediction, for those who love such things:
If Gradkowski plays one more good-to-great game in the next two…he’ll be signed to a nice, mid-sized ($2.5 – $3 Mill-ish per) contract for 2 years, with an option for a 3rd by the Raiders. A nice $4-5 Mill bonus would be hard for Grad to turn down right now.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
# LA to TheBay Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
If it was Mrs. Russell cooking, those 15 players woulda shown up to the stadium about 30 lbs heavier with no work ethic.
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LMFAO!!!! Good call LA!!! LOL!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
You are crazy 4eva, lol.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
Wow how sad that people give up on others so fast.
Drew Brees would be out of football, and so would K-Warner, M-Vick, lets name some more. The point is some players need time to mature. D-0Mac will be fine once they use him in the right scheme.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
Greetings Nation,
I think we found an up and coming Rich Gannon with Bruce. Guy who gets to work early and studies like hell. He gets in guys faces and curses at them. He just seems more likable than Gannon and it’s working.
I know Al will keep JaMarcus around but he needs to restructure him and give the savings to Grad.
I won’t be salty if Cable hangs around but we definitely need an OC in the worst way. The coaches in New York may be on hot seat if they don’t make playoffs and I would make a play for Gilbride and name him Asst Head Coach as well.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
4evaRaider Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:21 pm
I must copy write this name and this song….
Doggg I need your help!!!!”
The easiest way to copyright something is to mail it to yourself. Write down the info, stick it in an envelope and when it comes, NEVER open it. Going through the US Mail is a federal process and duely noted with a postmark, therefore dating the information. If someone comes out with it later, you have proof with the postmark that it is your’s, unless the envelope has been open. Then it’s worthless.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
the only scheme that Dmac would succeed in is using him like the Saints are using R.Bush. That’s it.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
of course I take that as a compliment Dakota….thank you
December 7th, 2009 at 3:28 pm
KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Funny how JLH , benched all year in favor of Davis’ Boy Toy, made huge contributions yesterday.”
JLH contributed, more so than DHB probably would have.
With that being said, Murphy contributed much more and should have started over JLH. I expect Murphy to start next week alongside Shilens. JLH will be in the slot where he belongs.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:29 pm
morilla Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
the only scheme that Dmac would succeed in is using him like the Saints are using R.Bush. That’s it.
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Al Davis only knows so much.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:29 pm
I remember during pre-season when JLH said to the other WRs that yall better make something happen because “yall don’t want me in there. When I get back in there yall won’t see the field again.” So JLH told us way back in preseason that these youngins was gonna play. Too bad it took til week 13 to put JLH back in.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Dakotex,
The only thing I am desperate for is a Raider Win. Because then guys like you, KK, Richochet (our resident Chihuahua), and Mrs. would actually duck for a little bit from hating on the fcking team.
Point is you dont know jack shcytt about football yet you whine on this blog every fcking day. If you actually paid attention, you’d notice that Garbagekowski can actually command the plays, spot the open receiver, and finally proven that he can deliver the ball to the open guy as well.
It’s not a coincidence that his numbers increased in all 3 games…but being a true raider fan that you are wth why watch the game.
sincerely,
AlisGod Garbagekowski
December 7th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
We need to get back to power football on offense. Big grunts power blocking, not this zone blocking crap. It’s so much easier to pick up a blitz when you know you got man on man blocking duties. Not to mention we need more runs towards Henderson and Gallery by far our best O-Linemen.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
Any word on Gallery’s back?
December 7th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
I bet the Saints let Reggie go when his contract is up.
It seems like he spends too much time on the sidelines while the big boys play football.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
HayesDaze37……….
WOW….I hope you are right because,altho he had a short career….
Napolean Kaufman is 1 of MY ALL TIME RAIDERS…TAKE IT 2DA HOUSE KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK
December 7th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Reggie bush is to tired to play on sundays, havent you seen that thick mama he has on his side. She tears him up and makes his knees weak for gameday.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Thankx Dogg….as usuall =)
December 7th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
KK — You master hypocrite you…
Who signed Louis Murphy? Al Davis
Who signed Gradkowski? Al Davis
Who signed JLH? Al Davis
Who signed your man (who acts like a boy) JaMarcus? Al Davis
Al signed them all…and win some, lose some…his biggest mistake looks to be on the most important position on the field.
KK — If YOU like a player, it’s just a happy coincidence he’s on the team — and Al had nothing to do with it. But if you hate a player, KK, Al’s the worst judge of talent in the world. That’s how it is with you…and it’s why you have no credible stance in any Raiders argument — your bias gets in the way of any logical thought you’re convinced you have.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
AIG
Sounds like something that a little off season strength conditioning and core focused training couldn’t cure.
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Man, have you ever seen his calves. They’re built like a WR calves. I think Murphy has bigger calves than him. You look at guys like Frank Gore, Petersen and even Brandon Jacobs…those guys got huge calves and thighs.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Did anyone hear about Romo partying after they beat the Raiders on thanksgiving. Word has it he was in Vegas right after the game having a blast, and his teamates are pissed. Man does he have the worst timing ever.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
AIG,
Why do you take it personal when I give my opinion on Tom Cable and recently Garbagekowski and sometimes on Al Davis? Are you related to them, or are you the owner of the team?
Why do you let my opinion bother you so much? lol
You should talk to your domestic violence counselor about this issue of yours.
Now hush up wife beater…real men are talking.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
4eva
Protect that song brother, only Dakota must get props in the liner notes…
December 7th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
aig Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
AIG
Sounds like something that a little off season strength conditioning and core focused training couldn’t cure.
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Man, have you ever seen his calves. They’re built like a WR calves.”
Can’t say that I have ever seen the man’s calves, but if he’s built like a wr and has the hands of a wr(which he does) then maybe he should play more at wr. Just a thought.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
Dogg indeed a well rounded album!! Steppin Lightly!!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
SNB
I have sbd recordings of both nights at the Warfield if you are interested. The 2nd night they opened the show with a 3 song Floyd tribute. One of These Days~>Fearless~>Wish You Were Here. Mind blowing to say the least and that was just the beginning.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
We post to post, we dont post to an individual. If you read a post and dissagree tuff titty. Get over it and get on with you’re day. Dakota has always had an opinion i agree with most but not all he says, same with hayzedays and others. But wow arguing over who drafted this guy, who should play in place of this guy, and my favorite We need to draft this guy.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
Many experts have said that McFadden would make a great WR. He has all the attributes for it.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
r8dr4lfe21
did you just say “tuff titty”? LMAO, that is an oldie but a goodie that I haven’t heard in a while.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
Tuff titty is an oldie and has to be welcome back lol.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
This was one of the sweetest Raider victories of my life. Being a raider fan since 1969, naming my first son after a Raider running back, living in Steeler country………….My two sons were at the game all dressed in Raider gear, had the time of their lives…..After all being brought up into being a Raider fan at their age they have not seen the glory days of the Raiders as I did……….GOd, thank you for yesterday, it was truly special!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
R8dr4lfe21 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
Many experts have said that McFadden would make a great WR. He has all the attributes for it.
they should give it a shot, they have nothing else to lose with him.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
r8dr4lfe21 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
Many experts have said that McFadden would make a great WR. He has all the attributes for it.”
I remember that comment from Ricky Brown at training camp when McFadden burned him out of the slot. Brown said “Are you sure you aren’t a WR?” or something of that nature.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
Bruce has all the intangibles Russell lacks. Sure, Russell has more talent. But talent does not equal success in the NFL. What happens with these lame ducks like the Russell’s and the Leaf’s is once they get that contract they think they arrived. Little do they know their work has just begun, not ended.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
JLH was hurt all year he wasn’t benched. Yer a sack of hammers KK.
# KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Funny how JLH , benched all year in favor of Davis’ Boy Toy, made huge contributions yesterday.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
I also noticed with D-Mac yesterday he has a big shoe. It looks like a clown shoe, you see a skinny ankle and then a freakin ski. He should get a shot at WR.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
KK, why are you so angry everyday? The Raiders won did you know or did you just wakeup from a 2-day nap ?
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# KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
HayesDaze
Will you quit talking to me you chickenshyt piece of ashyt
December 7th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
I would love to have the night they did the Pink Floyd stuff I really like how they did that Seattle set!
you remember my web site you can email me through it so I can get a hold of you to get that CD!!
wwwcosmicdancebandcom
December 7th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
BrownStainSkidMarks
Where did you get idea that Higgins has been hurt all year?
December 7th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Suh is up for the Heisman, lol…wouldn’t that be something! Has a DT ever won the H?
December 7th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Some people need anger to balance there chemical inbalance. I dont get it, it’s so much easier to just smile and move on. Shoot as a Raider fan i’m always smiling win, or lose.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
PA Raider –
Do you/your boys belong to the Raiders Booster Club in York? There are a few clubs back East near you…check ‘em out @ Raiders.c om, ther’e s a list with contact info for official Fan Clubs.
Go Raiders fans in PA!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Shoot it could be worse, we could be a part of the pound puppies. I ment dog pound lol.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
SNB
Trippy site bro, nice work. I will send you an email in a bit.
Are you aware that Mule did an entire 2nd set of Floyd on 10/31/08? Also an amazing show…
December 7th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
JLH didnt play for what 6 weeks and KK has no idea this happened ?
LMFAO!!!!!!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
Aren’t a bunch of musicians doing a Floyd tour right now?
December 7th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
HayesDaze37 –
From northcentral PA, 2 hours north of Pittsburgh, lots of Raider fans here, former Oakland Raider player from our home town….
December 7th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
http://www.thepinkfloydexperience.net/
December 7th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Dakota Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Brian Kelly and Jim Harbaugh interviewing with ND.
I’d take either of them…but I’d rather have kelly at ND and Harbaugh in Oakland next year, lol.
^^^^^^^^^
Me 2!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Lol, only a wife beater would compare getting pissed at a game to getting pissed and hitting a woman…I guess whatever you need to say to yourself to justify your existence or excuse your inexcusable conduct daisy boy.
If I beat women like you, I would do the honorable thing and jump off the nearest bridge you little waste of matter.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Dakota Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Suh is up for the Heisman, lol…wouldn’t that be something! Has a DT ever won the H?”
It is super rare for a defensive player to win the Heisman, ESPECIALLY a DT. Charles Woodson was the last defensive player to win and he was the first to do so in many years.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
A waist of matter wow, is that like a peice of abortion lol.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
HayesDaze
Will you quit talking to me you chickenshyt piece of ashyt
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Hahahaha…proving my points about you all over again, KK.
Anger management, old timer…ever heard of it?
So predictable.
Got any football to talk? Just Al hate?
Predictable.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
Now, if Davis had been forced the Bench Bey earlier, maybe we win a few more games.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
OMG who else was pissed at the smirk Hines Ward had on his face after the touchdown where he facemasked C-Johnson. Now he is out this thursday against the Brownies. Also Clinton Portis will play sunday.
December 7th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
MR,BrownStainSkidMarks,
I’ll be landing in Cancun at 11am tomorrow morning for 10 days in Play Del Carmen.
You’ll be in your nasty azzed trailer.
http://www.move2alameda.com/about.h
^^^^^^^
Luv Playa Del Carmen!
I’ll be there in 3 months!
December 7th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
Kell
Stayed at the Moon Palace a few months back, the southern most resort in Cancun. An all exclusive resort with 8 restaurants and some great golfing.
Had some amazing snorkling and boating experiences and the ruins are always an amazing time. Even swam with dolphins which was quite humbling and awesome.
Be safe out there bro, Sunday’s game shouldn’t be blacked out in Cancun
December 7th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
r8dr4lfe21 Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
OMG who else was pissed at the smirk Hines Ward had on his face after the touchdown where he facemasked C-Johnson. Now he is out this thursday against the Brownies. Also Clinton Portis will play sunday.
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Ward is a piece of crap dirty player.
He facemasked Johnson and they let him get away with it. Predictable but karma came around to bit him and Tomlin in the A$$!! LOL
December 7th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
So true darknight007,
That was a bullcrap play the only play Ward made all game.
December 7th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
Kell
Stayed at the Moon Palace a few months back, the southern most resort in Cancun. An all exclusive resort with 8 restaurants and some great golfing.
Had some amazing snorkling and boating experiences and the ruins are always an amazing time. Even swam with dolphins which was quite humbling and awesome.
Be safe out there bro, Sunday’s game shouldn’t be blacked out in Cancun
^^^^^^^
Yeah the Moon Palace is great also.
I’ll be there playin some golf in 3 months as well!
December 7th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Dogg
I’m staying at Royal Playa del Carmen, it’s a huge all-inclusive too. Never been down there before. Love snorkeling, been working on my PADI Open Water cert. but haven’t finished yet though.
December 7th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Little does KK know…that resort is owned by Al Davis Enterprises, Inc…and the little red light on Al’s phone rang as soon as the reservation was confirmed. Better check that credit card, Kell.
Now, KK — if you’re as big a hater as I suspect you to be…you’ll be on here even while in paradise, just to spew hate during your vacation. What a trooper you are!
Moon Palace? Awesome place!!
December 7th, 2009 at 4:04 pm
I stayed at “el hotel de putas” y me gusto.
December 7th, 2009 at 4:05 pm
Gotta take off those orange water-wings before you can get that cert., KK!
December 7th, 2009 at 4:06 pm
Thanks Dkight, I’ve heard good things about it. Any bud avaiable down there?
December 7th, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Dogg…if we all get 2gether we can make a real good song and we ALL profit
December 7th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
new post daisey boys
December 7th, 2009 at 4:10 pm
Oh, this was fun…but I’ve gotta run now.
KK, MR…you others without any common sense to your debate — I’m sure I don’t have to remind you to keep it up. Your lives revolve around your hatred, and this place to post it. I’m sure it’ll be the same, whether I visit weekly, monthly, or yearly.
All you other fans — even fans who dislike the great Al Davis — take care, and enjoy the ride as the Raiders eventually work their way out of this mess!
Raider On!
It IS a great evening to be a Raiders fan!
December 7th, 2009 at 4:10 pm
KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Dogg
I’m staying at Royal Playa del Carmen, it’s a huge all-inclusive too. Never been down there before. Love snorkeling, been working on my PADI Open Water cert. but haven’t finished yet though.”
You will have a blast, very relaxing too. You may even be able to finish your PADI Open Water certification on site. They do that at the Moon Palace in their pools.
The wife and I really enjoyed the Jungle Tour, where you jetski through a little jungle area for a while until you end up on the other side. Then everyone tied their jetskis together and we all snorkled for a while.
The guides would throw a ton of fish food and every fish in the area would surround you, so amazing. It’s funny, the fish eat so well down there, we even saw a fish that looked very much like a barracuda with several teeth, swim by lethargicly without a care in the world or a bit of interest in us and what we were doing. My wife almost s’d her bikini!
Plus Castle Chitzen Itza(sp) is highly recommended, especially the late night tour which includes an authentic Mayan dinner and amazing show on the castle at night.
Ok I am rambling, but have an excellent time!
December 7th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
I’m sorry and what football knowledge do you know and have shown on here other than twisting a story that I shared from 20 yrs ago in my past…thought so.
But go ahead if it makes you feel good to call me a wife beater and whatever names that fits.
bottomline is you dont schytt about football. oh btw, I never claimed to be an angel. I am a raider fan. We aint no angels last that i checked. You dont see anyone in the blackhole claiming to be an angel do they?
The man that can share his past is a much more secure man than the guy that mocks him. you want to make fun of me for a story i shared on here about 20 years ago, go ahead if it makes you feel better and stop from breaking something around your house. I wouldnt want you to lose your temper with your wife pregnant and all.
now back to football if you got any knowlege…i doubt it.
sincerely,
AlisGod Garbagekowski wife beater
December 7th, 2009 at 4:13 pm
KoolKell Says:
December 7th, 2009 at 4:06 pm
Thanks Dkight, I’ve heard good things about it. Any bud avaiable down there?
^^^^^^^^^^
LOL….oh there is, but chances of it being any good might be slim.
Check with the guys on the beach who try and sell the tourists souvenirs and jewelry during the day. Ask if they have “mota”.
They will…..
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