History says don’t rule out LT as a Raider
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Sunday, March 7th, 2010 at 6:48 pm in Oakland Raiders.
This is hardly an original thought, but the more you think about it, the more LaDainian Tomlinson continuing his career with the Raiders makes sense.
The downside is obvious. Tomlinson has gained 1,840 yards on 515 carries over the last two years, averaging 3.6 yards per carry. He’s averaged only 3.8 against the Raiders, a team which he has shredded for 2,017 yards and 25 touchdowns (rushing and receiving) in 18 games.
It brings to mind the last days of Roger Craig and Eric Dickerson in 1991-92, with the Raiders handing the ball to a past-his-prime back and getting little in return.
(Marcus Allen watched from the bench, but that’s another story).
Tomlinson also ruled out the Raiders in his tear-streaked press conference after learning of his release from the Chargers.
“The Raiders are pretty set in the backfield,” he said. “Even if they weren’t, I wouldn’t become a Raider.”
As far as being set in the backfield, there has been a vacancy. And if Tomlinson reversed field, he wouldn’t be the first to view Al Davis as a caricature from afar only to be captivated by him in person. Especially if Davis’ name is at the bottom of a check bigger than he’ll get anywhere else.
Other reasons it shouldn’t shock anyone if Tomlinson ended up with the Raiders:
– There isn’t going to be a huge market for Tomlinson and it’s unlikely anyone will make him a lead back. He won’t cost a fortune.
– Davis fondness for “greatness” goes beyond those those who started their careers with the Raiders.
In no particular order, here’s a list of thirty-somethings he’s brought to the Raiders with varying degrees of success in terms of production: Jerry Rice, Rod Woodson, Warren Sapp, Bob Brown, Lyle Alzado, Albert Lewis, Andre Rison, Pat Swilling, Bill Romanowski, Trace Armstrong, Tom Rathman, Ted Washington, Cedrick Hardman and others I’m sure I’ve neglected.
Think of L.T. as another Raider Hall of Famer in the media guide five years after he retires.
– Touchdowns.
In his public appearances over the past few years, it’s been a constant theme with Davis. “We’ve got to score.”
Tomlinson has 23 rushing touchdowns in his past two “down” years, plus another receiving. The recently departed Justin Fargas has 10 touchdowns in his entire career.
Steve Baker, the agent for Fargas, said via e-mail Saturday night his client was healthy enough to play. Fargas himself told the San Francisco Chronicle today he was lining up visits, with Kansas City being a possible destination. Nor did he rule out the 49ers.
Fargas wasn’t cut because he was hurt. If he scored 10 touchdowns a year, rather than 10 in his career, he would have collected his $1.7 million bonus as well as his $755,000 salary in 2010.
– Davis doesn’t believe in chemistry, so he’s not going to worry if Tomlinson pouts about lack of use with Darren McFadden and Michael Bush still around.
As for how the rotation will work, that job belongs to Hue Jackson and Tom Cable.
– Tomlinson has never been disparaging of the Raiders in public. He’s always downplayed the notion of his success against the Raiders, and reminded Bay Area writers on his yearly conference call about how the Raiders got the better of him his first few years in the league.
– Regardless of what Tomlinson said upon being released, who doesn’t think there is some appeal to being in silver and black to help the Raiders end a 13-game losing streak to the Chargers which began in 2003?
– I threw out a net on this rumor today and got nothing in the form of a positive response. Nor did I get anything from anyone on background saying, “No chance. It won’t happen, etc. . . .”
Which means it’s nothing but a topic of discussion at this point.
Given the way Davis has operated in the past, one worth debate.
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March 7th, 2010 at 6:58 pm
If cheap, I guess I could roll with it.
But I would rather not.
March 7th, 2010 at 6:59 pm
I would rather not
March 7th, 2010 at 7:05 pm
That’s an excellent post by Jerry. He’s brings up several interesting points, both pro and con. I don’t even know what to think about this one. Man. I never liked Jerry Rice, but I rooted like hell for him in silver and black. I want to see Bush and McFadden’s careers start to take off, and flourish.
But Hell, anything that would help end the losing, I’m all for.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:05 pm
Clearly Jerry Mac reads my posts.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:05 pm
I think it’d be a good pickup. Change of pace back, and he can throw better than any quarterback on our roster, but I’d be really surprised if it happens. Just to spite my Charger fan friends I’d love to see him here though.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:08 pm
LT would certainly be better than the 7 Year 10 Touchdown performance of Justin Fargas. Its not like we wouldn’t lack in heart…LT likes to cry.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:09 pm
I told all of you fine “people” as soon as Fargas was released it was to open a spot for LT. Word.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:10 pm
By the way Im all for it, he would easily be our best back on roster. Hey now.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:10 pm
A 30 Year old LT is better than a 30 year old JF.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:14 pm
By the way the Raiders should get Porter, as well as LT. Hey now.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:14 pm
30 year old LT much better then whatever age McFaddon is now. Word.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:21 pm
I for one am just SHOCKED that Al Davis is making a bogus claim of (failed physical) as a reason for releasing Fargas. Just shocked. Al Davis runs a classy organization and would never use deception for any reason.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
I WOULD RATHER NOT.
Whats wrong with letting Bush and Dmac take a year? I dont think they could do much worse right?…………
Build the line!
March 7th, 2010 at 7:32 pm
I just watched his goodbye…it is sad…what a waist of talent, trapped with the dolts..never even got to play in a superbowl.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:43 pm
NorcoBob,
Hate to change subjects, because Hypothesizing about LT coming to the Raiders is even more fun than Fargas to the Chiefs. As the AFC West Turns.
Earlier today you mentioned you visit UFO blogs as well. Are you interested in UFO’s too? And no, this time I’m not talking about the old rock band, but actual flying objects.
March 7th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
I grew up in the seventies. In search of…with Leonard Nimoy. I love all that shyt. Loch Ness, Stonhenge, but after the Raiders and pro football, UFO’s are probably my second favorite topic of interest.
March 7th, 2010 at 8:06 pm
Good night Raider fans.
March 7th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
I think Fargas will be remembered the same wway Clarence Davis is hard worker never complained and was assignment sound at all times. Neither was blessed with with greatness but were noticeable by there absence. To coaches if not by fans. Though Fargas never won a SB, he was never on a great team capable of winning one.
Jhill I think we are very much still on the track for a OT so we’ll see……
March 7th, 2010 at 8:46 pm
Google “Nellis UFO.”
March 7th, 2010 at 8:55 pm
LT will look around and realize that no team is interested in his battered old bones, except for Stubborn Al.
And Al just wants to sign him and claim him as another Raider hall-of-famer.
March 7th, 2010 at 8:58 pm
Does anyone think a guy who says, “I won’t become a Raider” is going to be lulled into playing here on the cheap? Either he means what he says, or he’s going demand nothing short of ginormous contract that includes a share of the team and one of Al’s Super Bowl rings. Forget it.
March 7th, 2010 at 9:00 pm
Some players just can’t let it go.
It’s either the Raiders or dancing with the stars…
March 7th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
I think Davis does care about team chemistry. He hates it, and doesn’t want it. Let’s not act as if chemistry plays no factor in his decisions, and he just lets the chips fall where they may. He builds teams with inter-organizational chaos in mind. It’s how he stays in control.
March 7th, 2010 at 9:18 pm
MR,..so are you for or against LT coming here? Im all for it. Hey now.
March 7th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
And LT just said that “wont be a Raider” bit for the local sports hacks, LT, just like all other players, will go to what team pays the most,…and thats how it should be I guess,..they are in it for the money, more power to them…they make nothing compared to what the owners rake in. Word.
March 7th, 2010 at 9:30 pm
No use in stunting McFadden/Bush any longer. Screw L.T.
March 7th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
LT better then both of them put together old buddy. Hey now.
March 7th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
NO THANKS… I would rather not.
Oh and by the way, if his playoff performances were weighed then Tomlinson won’t be inducted to the H.O.F.
p.s….to me, the abbreviation “LT” will always be a certain defensive player who changed the game.
March 7th, 2010 at 10:04 pm
Kell
Looked for you last night. Maybe next time, I was hoping to have the opportunity to buy you a drink.
I agree regarding LT, I would rather have Thomas Jones or even Mike Bell over LT…
March 7th, 2010 at 10:38 pm
We don’t need another 3.5 ypc RB. We need game breakers and that’s not LT any longer.
We have to assume that the O-line will be upgraded big time this upcoming year. We need to feature Bush and give him a number of touches to make a difference. we need to use Dmac on the edge, at slot receiver and as we did with Charlie Garner in the past. We need a real QB. If we don’t have the big time QB our salvation will be the running game. On D we need the DT positions to step up and really be counted. We need a real MLB. Morrison is a poor replacement for the real thing.
We are really not that far away from being competitive. Coaching and play caling really need to step it up. Slacker players need to live up to why they are there or just move on.
If LT were to be brought to the S&B, I hope it is as a RB coach. Somehow, I don’t think that’s in his immediate plans.
March 7th, 2010 at 10:39 pm
Bob, I’m for it. Hey now.
March 7th, 2010 at 10:45 pm
Let’s get Jerome Bettis out of retirement too.
March 7th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
I don’t know…..Hall of Famer……Fargas…Hall of Famer….Fargas….might have to go with the Hall of Famer on this one.
March 8th, 2010 at 12:03 am
LT to the Raiders = LAME
March 8th, 2010 at 1:14 am
No chance. It’s like Farve going to the Vikings. And why waste all that time effort and money on Bush and McF. I agree with earlier post-LT means the Giants No.56
March 8th, 2010 at 1:21 am
I don’t want him even if he was paid nothing, I hate LT n don’t want him as a raider. Btw, my boy told me TMZ is showing Javon Walker again in Vegas with Bow wow. He was seen club Vanity maybe Vegas raider can go n find him ask why doesn’t he retire, my boy said he seems out of shape what a waste.
March 8th, 2010 at 1:46 am
Doubtful.
Fargas barely cracked double digit TDs the whole time in Oakland.
Enough said.
Good riddance.
Fix the O line please.
March 8th, 2010 at 1:47 am
I dont think he’s a Raider hater its just in the modern game these kind of reclammation projects should be undertook when it’s really necessary. We’ve got two young backs, so we’ve got to see how they do when they,re featured. Keep the $ and give it to a DT, MLB or FB.
March 8th, 2010 at 1:48 am
Raiders4eve Says:
March 8th, 2010 at 1:21 am
I don’t want him even if he was paid nothing, I hate LT n don’t want him as a raider. Btw, my boy told me TMZ is showing Javon Walker again in Vegas with Bow wow. He was seen club Vanity maybe Vegas raider can go n find him ask why doesn’t he retire, my boy said he seems out of shape what a waste.
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Walker’s the #1 worst FA signing in history according to NFL network.
Hard to argue with that one.
Thanks Lance.
March 8th, 2010 at 1:50 am
Jerry should have mentioned L.T.s fall off in production was at least partially affected by the fact SD was on the top pasing teams in the league.
Whether they focused that way or were forced to because of their RB situation is mildy debatable but LT could still have tread on the tires.
If he goes to KC and they draft another high O lineman that could be interesting for the silver and black.
March 8th, 2010 at 4:02 am
# SnB offense defense specialteams Says:
March 5th, 2010 at 4:26 pm
Rothlisberger should go to Europe in the offseason. Probably don’t know who he is over there.
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Funny comment! In Europe, Rapistberger would only be seen as a poorly dressed fat guy with greasy hair and wouldn’t be able to get close to the women. Maybe it’s just what he needs to stay out of trouble
March 8th, 2010 at 4:38 am
I guess the only reason I would want LT on the team would be to snap Dan Diego’s winning streak against us. He will probaly be so motivated and get out guys pumped, that we will win and carry that motivation through out the season. I just woke up, I like to dream. Seriously though, enough is enough we need to get that monkey off our back (SD win streak). It would really help our confidence to give them a beat down!
March 8th, 2010 at 5:40 am
GOOD MORNING SPORT’S FAN’S,ANOTHER LOST WEEKEND..FARGAS GONE,ADDITION BY SUBTRACTION !!
March 8th, 2010 at 5:50 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
LT as a Raider…history shows, but…
March 8th, 2010 at 6:14 am
GOOD DAY HWNRDR,GIVE LT A CONTRACT BASED ON PRODUCTION.IF HE REACHES 1200 YDS – W/DOUBLE DIGIT T.D’S PAY HIM..MAYBE DMAC/BUSH WILL LEARN SOMETHING..
March 8th, 2010 at 6:15 am
have you ever took a crap so big, your pants fit better?
March 8th, 2010 at 6:17 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
March 8th, 2010 at 6:15 am
have you ever took a crap so big, your pants fit better?
LMAO…I can honestly agree with this…
March 8th, 2010 at 6:23 am
so lets review what I missed this weekend, regarding to the Raiders & free agency:
1. Khalif Barnes re-signed, 1 year deal
2. Justin Fargas released “waived/injured”. failed physical
3. Fargas healthy enough to play today and scheduled to visit KC this week
anything else???
March 8th, 2010 at 6:26 am
MLB’s Dansby & Brackett off the market
NT’s Jamal Williams & Maake Kemoeatu still available.
Kemoeatu to visit Redskins this week …
how long before grandpa al targets somebody besides Cornell Green & Sam Williams in free agency ???
March 8th, 2010 at 6:29 am
THAT ABOUT WRAPS IT UP ROCKSTAR..
March 8th, 2010 at 6:30 am
NT’s Jamal Williams & Maake Kemoeatu still available.
Really?
how long before grandpa al targets somebody besides Cornell Green & Sam Williams in free agency ???
Haha!!! To me…after they are gone!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:31 am
“Grampa Al” always gets burned in Free Agency….also the draft…..we’re doomed
March 8th, 2010 at 6:32 am
Norco Bob for GM….with MaddenRaider taking over for Herrera.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:33 am
Sooo …
Where should we begin this mng good people?
Why the heck did Cable bring back Barnes?
More importantly, why the heck did Barnes sign with us so quickly?
March 8th, 2010 at 6:34 am
Because Barnes knew darn well that no one other than Cable will take him…!!!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:35 am
Norco Bob Says:
March 7th, 2010 at 7:14 pm
30 year old LT much better then whatever age McFaddon is now. Word.
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Bob has his moments of clarity. Oh snap.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:38 am
Jhill: you called it man
you said that Barnes was a Cable boy.
I give you props for that
so what now?
He’ll try to make the conversion to RT and compete with Erik Pears for the job or he’ll provide depth & competition for “super” Mario at LT and we’ll get somebody proven to fill the RT position ???
March 8th, 2010 at 6:38 am
Jerry, I am upset with you. You are wrong.
Jerry, you are absolutely incorrect.
Ladainian has made disparaging remarks about Oakland.
After the second game against Oakland in 2009, Ladainian made the comment” It was good to Beat the raiders and knock them down and keep them down”.
That is precisely what Ladainian said.
Do your homework next time Jerry before you make up crap.
At this point in their careers, Fargas is much better than Ladainian.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:41 am
LdT without a power leading fullback is… well, he’s good but not great.
LdT without a power leading fullback and now late in his career…
Just a coach.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:42 am
Jerry, do your homework before you write false articles.
Quit putting B.S. information in your inaccurate reports.
Ladainian has made bad remarks about Oakland to the media.
You are way off Jerry.
Again , Fargas definitely has more left in the tank than Ladainian.
Ladainian is a punk. He does not deserve to wear silver and black. He is not worthy of being a Raider.
His legs are trashed.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:43 am
The only thing I can think of for you guys saying its lame for the Raiders to sign LT is just anger for the fact that he emarassed us for the last 10 years. Seriously how could Tomlinson HURT the Raiders? Who cares how much money Al spends on the guy, there is no salary cap to worry about and believe, we are in no danger of losing an NFL team to bankruptcy. LT is one of the classiest guys to ever play the game, and would do wonders for the 2 young RBs we have now. I think LT has some juice left in the tank, SD wasnt able to run the ball any better without him than with him, so lets get off the 3.5ypc stat already. The Dolts were determined to be a passing team and thats what they were. Everytime LT would get some momentum going they would bring in midgetman Sproles. SIGN LT!!!!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:43 am
Copenhagen_Fan:
grandpa al still has a chance to make it right…
as posted earlier, NT’s Jamal Williams & Maake Kemoeatu are both still available.
go get one or both to anchor the D-Line and then draft OL not named Bruce Campbell at #8
if Lamarr Houston is there in Round 2, you grab him. If he’s not, then draft OL again. C, RG & RT are definate needs for this team!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:47 am
now that Fargas is gone, I can see grandpa al targeting Tomlinson. does LT want to join a losing team with a crowded backfield though? al would have to overpay for his services and unfortunately I think he would…
I think I’d rather give McBush a chance. then get some hungry undrafted kid (like Louis Rankin) to provide a spark and compete for the return man duties
March 8th, 2010 at 6:48 am
I dunno RRS …
I really don’t know what it means. We will certainly find out on draft day. If we draft an OT, I think that means Mario will be out at LT.
I just don’t see us drafting a RT at 8. I know, I know, but I have us taking a guard at 8 in Iupati?
I’ll be the first one to admit I have not a clue as to what we are going to do in the draft. Or at OT.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:48 am
if Bush doesn’t work on his conditioning and McFadden doesn’t work on his ball security we’ll have to sign another starter-quality back before preseason anyways
March 8th, 2010 at 6:50 am
McBush is CERTAINLY going to get center stage this year. Let’s just hope that 1) Bush can stay in the game more than 3 plays, and 2) DMAC can hold on to the pelota!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:53 am
Jhill: please don’t take my comments from last week the wrong way …
I would rather have Iupati at #8 than any other position besides OT/DT.
I just don’t see it happening. Just like you and I probably both don’t see grandpa al drafting Dan Williams @ 8
March 8th, 2010 at 6:53 am
I will say if it were me picking, I’d go with Dez Bryant and let Barnes, Henderson, and Walker be my RT, LT, and RG respectively.
I think at this point, I’ll take ANYONE over Carlisle and Green.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:54 am
Re Dan Williams …
Still waiting on them to cut big $ Warren.
If that happens, I think Williams is in play.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:56 am
Still waiting on them to cut big $ Warren.
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me too!
when is his bonus payment due?
March 8th, 2010 at 6:56 am
Just wondering, like every year, where are we going? Want to see up, because it really can’t get any worse, right? But, everytime that phrase is mentioned…we really don’t get any better!!! So, we can’t stay lateral for too much longer, can we?
March 8th, 2010 at 6:56 am
Re #3 RB …
I can’t see LT coming here and waiting on McBush to falter before he can get some carries.
There were a couple nice RBs I peeped at the Senior bowl that we may be able to get in the 3rd round or so.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:57 am
Jhill
I have been wanting M. Bush to get a chance to be our main guy since he was drafted. I was a bit dismayed at his conditioning this past year and Cables reluctance to use him more.
With Fargas gone I would love to see Bush get 20 to 25 carries a game and maybe 3 to 5 receptions a game.
As far as LT, I say PASS on this guy, he may still have something left in the tank but we have to see what we have in Bush and McFadden.
I will say that is Ben Tate is still available in the 5th, I would grab him.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:57 am
Wait…on Friday, I thought that was supposed to be happening (cutting Warren)…I guess it didn’t happen!!!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:57 am
I think it was the same date as Fargas’ per Schefter.
I wonder if he restructured? I actually think he should stay on the team as a backup, so I hope he did restructure.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Even a washed up tomlinson has way more in tank than Fargas had ever come on I hope KC gets him can’t wait to watch him get half a yard on the 1, draft Matthews in 2 rd and he beats out dmac . Bush/Mattews that’s backfield I hope for not the laughable 3 headed monster of dmac/fargas/bush, no backfield with fargas and dmac is a monster.
March 8th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Judge,
The jury is still out (couldn’t resist) on Bush. 25 carries and a few receptions? What about DMAC?
March 8th, 2010 at 7:00 am
Yeah, maybe he did! Funny though…how long was the announcement of Fargas made (I heard Friday at about 4PM) that it was actually announced on raiders.com?
March 8th, 2010 at 7:03 am
I think it was the same date as Fargas’ per Schefter.
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so it’s due today? didn’t that PFT article say Fargas’ bonus was due Monday?
I remember Jerry Mac saying last year that the bonus dates can actually be pushed around by the club if they wish. Hmm
March 8th, 2010 at 7:08 am
ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeted today to “Look for Raiders to release RB Justin Fargas and DT Gerard Warren before they have to pay their roster bonuses in the coming days.”
As for Warren, that’s an easier move to make. He shared snaps last year with Richard Seymour and Dez Bryant, with the Raiders big on the undrafted rookie last year. Warren is due a $1 million roster bonus, according to profootalltalk.com, and is scheduled to make $755,000 next season.
-David White (SF Gate)
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alright, so we don’t have anything official. bonus is due “in the coming days” whatever that means
March 8th, 2010 at 7:11 am
I agree with RaiderRockstar….try to pick up some guy like Rankin who can also return kicks.
If McFadden and Bush are not enough then it is just unacceptable.
In a way, I believe that LT would be better than both of our current guys, but don’t want to pay the crybaby, who would become a cancer if he didn’t get playing time.
Time for McBust og Bush to come through!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:14 am
Sorry guys but I am just not sold on Bush or McFadden. Bush will never be called a bust as a 4th rnd pick, but really, he flashes greatness. Thats it, just flashes. His brief and fleeting success may be as much the coaching staffs fault as his own, but if they arent going to play the guy, and/or he cant carry the load… cut the ties and move on. I am sick of waiting for these guys to get good.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:17 am
I would have been ecstatic to get LT in a trade for DWAC. But as a free agent? Take it or leave it.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:19 am
The thing is, we have to find out about Bush and McFadden once and for all. The same way we had to find out about Jamarcus Russell last year. Even if it means missing the playoff again this year. We HAVE to roll with Bush and McFadden exclusively all year.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:19 am
OK…so how long till you guys think that Al will make an announcement that LT will be a Raider? Sorry… I mean Herrera…
March 8th, 2010 at 7:21 am
DWAC ????
LMFAO!
Ahhhh man, you guys crack me up.
I mean it is so clear to me that DMAC is a big play waiting to happen, I just don’t see how some of you can’t see that. He is AT LEAST Reggie Bush out of the backfield and at WR.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:21 am
NMF: now that Fargas is gone, what can you change your name to?
NoMoreRussell?
I would suggest “NoMoreWalrus” but PETA might come after you!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:25 am
I would suggest “NoMoreWalrus” but PETA might come after you!
Maybe if you put No MoreJaWalrus…PETA will stay off your back…they don’t care about humans!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:26 am
Russell is going to come off the bench week 5 for an injured/ineffective (take your pick) Bruce Gradkowski, and win the fans back by leading us to 11 wins and the division title!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:26 am
Morning Nation!
If we sign LT, remember, to run between the tackles, you have to have daylight between the tackles. Line is still a problem.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:27 am
I mean it is so clear to me that DMAC is a big play waiting to happen
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For the other team! His hands are as weak as his legs!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:28 am
Every single time I type “Jamarcus Russell”, the very first thing that comes in my mind is who can we get to play OT?
DAMMIT !!!!!!!!!!!!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:28 am
“Money” Warren is actually pretty cheap this year. $755,000 plus the $1 million bonus. I think last year he made something crazy like $6+ million …
Still, just like Fargas & Green, all the players Cable has a love affair with need to get axed asap.
too bad Lawton, Barnes & Eugene were already retained!
Kelly, Bryant, Jamal Williams & Lamarr Houston
or
Kelly, Bryant, Maake Kemoeatu & Dan Williams
March 8th, 2010 at 7:31 am
Memo from the NFL Rules Committee:
“Effective for the 2010 season, the height of the yardage markers has been reduced by 75% in order to reduce the incidence of Turf Toes caused by players tripping over said markers.”
March 8th, 2010 at 7:31 am
If we sign LT, remember, to run between the tackles, you have to have daylight between the tackles. Line is still a problem.
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Agreed Exla.
Tomlinson couldn’t fair any better than McBush running behind guys like Satele, Carlisle, Pears, Barnes, Morris, etc.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:32 am
Williams and Houston would surely upgrade the DT position. But with Seymour getting DT snaps as well and the rookie Brant playing well, I don’t know if there is room for 2 more DTs.
Who is Kemoeatu? I’m going to have to look that guy up.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:33 am
If we sign LT, remember, to run between the tackles, you have to have daylight between the tackles.
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LMFAO!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:37 am
Man …
You will jab Cable’s boy Barnes at every opportunity, lol. I will say I think he would add to the running game. He was the starting LT for one of the top rushing teams in the league.
You’re going to make me look up his #s. I remember thinking he could really beat out the average at best Henderson when we signed him.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:37 am
Jhill
I look for DMAC to relieve Bush- 5 to 10 carries a game and 5 to 7 receptions. GET HIM OUT IN THE OPEN. We have all seen what he can do when you don’t give him space to move
March 8th, 2010 at 7:38 am
Who is Kemoeatu? I’m going to have to look that guy up.
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31 years old. 6′5″ 345 lbs NT
Baltimore Ravens (2002–2005)
Carolina Panthers (2006–2009)
suffered a torn right Achilles’ tendon during training camp last year. run stuffing beast!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:39 am
LOL. My part of the country leads the nation in the ratio of bars to grocery stores.
The Midwest rocks! (urp).
http://consumerist.com/2010/03/illinois-and-wisconsin-do-not-mess-around-when-it-comes-to-drinkin.html
March 8th, 2010 at 7:40 am
http://www2.picturepush.com/photo/a/2111540/480/Madden-10/Maake-Kemoeatu-PS2.png?v0
March 8th, 2010 at 7:42 am
Get bent!
Trade DMAC!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Jhill:
Bryant would split time with Tommy Kelly at UT.
Dick Seymour would stay at DE unless we’re looking at an obvious passing down like 3rd & long. then we’ll have Shaughnessy, Kelly, Seymour & Ellis on the D-Line with Trevor Scott rushing the passer from WLB. SACK!!!
Kemoeatu/D. Williams/J. Williams/Houston (pick two) would split time as well. Especially since Jamal & Maake finished last seaon on IR!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Any of you Bay Area “people” ever try a Mc10:35?
I bet Jerry Mac gets em free…
http://consumerist.com/2010/03/check-out-the-secret-mcmenu-item-thats-sweeping-sf-the-mc1035.html
March 8th, 2010 at 7:45 am
# jhill Says:
March 8th, 2010 at 7:26 am
Russell is going to come off the bench week 5 for an injured/ineffective (take your pick) Bruce Gradkowski, and win the fans back by leading us to 11 wins and the division title
hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah………
ooooooohhhh…..hahahahahahahah
March 8th, 2010 at 7:47 am
Good morning to my family in here, it was a terribly lonely night without you. How is everyone this morning?
March 8th, 2010 at 7:52 am
Don’t you have any Norcos to keep you company? hæ hæ
March 8th, 2010 at 7:53 am
Tradæ DMAC for a Dutch translation!
March 8th, 2010 at 7:54 am
Byt DMAC for en holandansk oversættelse???
March 8th, 2010 at 7:56 am
RRS,
I think we only need one new guy. And if Dez Bryant were to put on 10 lbs, I’d say we might actually be set already.
March 8th, 2010 at 7:56 am
I havent had one yet,…however about to.
March 8th, 2010 at 8:03 am
I did some research on Norcos…they sound good
March 8th, 2010 at 8:03 am
Thx Copenhagen.
DMAC is een pijnlijke schande.
March 8th, 2010 at 8:13 am
Bo…I wish I understood Dutch.
I only understand DANISH ha ha
Thank god for google translator! Painful shame is he?
March 8th, 2010 at 8:14 am
the Raiders should employ Mike Mayock…..who told us all the DMAC’s legs stopped moving and he went down with minor contact.
The film speaks for itself actually. Don’t the Raiders scouts watch film? Shucks, even Priest told us this.
March 8th, 2010 at 8:15 am
BlackHolePriest is actually more astute than the Raider scouts….”period”!
March 8th, 2010 at 8:32 am
new post!
March 8th, 2010 at 9:53 am
[...] OAKLAND TRIBUNE Analysis: LT went out of his way to say that he would not sign with Oakland in his farewell [...]
March 8th, 2010 at 10:29 am
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March 8th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
[...] History says don’t rule out LT as a Raider – Inside the Oakland Raiders – A look i… [...]
March 8th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
Jerry, I suppose I should thank you for at least putting that this is only a discussion point at the end of your column, but it would be nice if you would have put it at the beginning. You local writers never get your opinion of Raiders history correct and you might as well plug any FA into your article here and say “let’s discuss.” Obviously this has nothing to do with history and nothing to do with LT just what appears to be you writing something to try and get us to read it. Well I suppose it worked. Except it only lessens my opinion of what it is that you write.
March 8th, 2010 at 2:54 pm
Against it. There are bigger fish to fry. Building the offensive line, quaterback, and run defense(linebackers).
March 8th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
just logged in to say/ if we get LT im killin all of u .. then myself // that is all
March 8th, 2010 at 4:08 pm
also . i have seen LT wearing a raiders suck tshirt .. fact .. classy my azz
March 9th, 2010 at 3:59 am
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