Russell not the only Raider on notice
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, April 26th, 2010 at 9:03 am in Oakland Raiders.
As the Raiders gather for their mandatory minicamp this weekend, JaMarcus Russell isn’t the only player whose job security will be tenuous.
Whether Russell will actually be there, as coach Tom Cable said he would, is open to question. The last thing the Raiders need is an injury which would delay the process of sending him on his way in the wake of the acquisition of Washington quarterback Jason Campbell.
Campbell is already in the area, and was spotted at a Jack London Square restaurant with offensive coordinator Hue Jackson by a reader with a who sent a photo. Russell, meanwhile has been kept out of public view.
Willie Brown’s glowing review of Russell on Comcast last month aside, you talk to a few Raiders employees informally and it’s more of a collective roll of the eyes.
(Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post reported Russell is tipping the scales at 300 pounds).
The Raiders could pull the band-aid off the wound and dispense with Russell quickly unless they’re looking for a way of getting out of paying that last $3 million.
Either way, Russell can’t feel real confident about his status, and only he knows if he cares or wants to try again somewhere else.
If Russell isn’t at minicamp, then Campbell, Charlie Frye and Kyle Boller will get all the work as Bruce Gradkowski recovers from a pectoral tear. (The good news on Gradkowski’s injury is that it was to the left side, and not his throwing side).
A handful of other players, who make far less money, are also less comfortable as the 2010 Raiders begin to take shape.
Among them:
WR Johnnie Lee Higgins: Coach Tom Cable was clear in his intentions for fourth-round pick Jacoby Ford. It’s also a safe bet Nick Miller, if injured during training camp, won’t be kept on the 53-man roster for 16 weeks this time around.
“I’m looking for that guy to see if he’ll take the reins of our return game and become a guy like that for us. Those are the expectations early on,” Cable said.
Any linebacker not named Rolando McClain, Kamerion Wimbley or Trevor Scott: Cable promises I’ll love how the defensive plan shakes out. If it includes attackers coming from different directions, sometimes as an end, sometimes as a linebacker, and an element of unpredictability, he’s right.
Quintin Groves, a former second-round pick, joins holdovers Thomas Howard, Ricky Brown, Isaiah Ekejiuba, Sam Williams and second-year men Slade Norris and David Nixon. Add sixth-round pick Travis Goethel, who Cable described as being a stout inside player. It’s survival of the fittest (and fastest) with a heavy emphasis on special teams.
Any offensive tackle not named Mario Henderson: Khalif Barnes will probably stick around, but nothing is certain after the picks of Jared Veldheer and Bruce Campbell in the third and fourth rounds. If Campbell ends up as a guard _ Cable said it was a possibility _ it opens up another spot.
Fullback Oren O’Neal: Could be just an oversight, but Cable has now left O’Neal’s name out the last two times he was asked about the fullback position. It’s a good situation for Manase Tonga, the undrafted free agent from BYU and Aragon High in San Mateo, to show if he can be an NFL quality blocker. There are unconfirmed reports the Raiders also signed UCLA fullback Chase Moline, who began his Bruins career as a linebacker.
With undrafted free agents, it’s a difficult to project. A year ago, I received a flood of e-mails and assurances that linebacker Frantz Joseph was a tackling machine and a real find at linebacker. Instead, Joseph looked a step or three slow from the outset and the gem turned out to be Harvard defensive end Desmond Bryant.
With O’Neal’s healthy and Luke Lawton starting the season under suspension, Oakland’s 2010 fullback position is wide open.
Defensive end Jay Richardson: Richardson is a point-of-attack player on a team that hasn’t been a good run-defending team for seven years. The plan for Lemarr Houston, Cable said, is to play end.
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April 26th, 2010 at 9:04 am
1st?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
Source: JaMarcus Russell is up to 300 pounds
A league source with knowledge of the situation in Oakland says JaMarcus Russell has beefed up to 300 pounds according to Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post.
We’re also told that the former LSU star isn’t getting good advice from his family.
“It’s a drag on the kid and they encourage his poor lifestyle,” an NFL source told the National Football Post.
With Russell’s big contract, lack of conditioning, the acquisition of Jason Campbell and the presence of Kyle Boller and Bruce Gradkowski, the handwriting is carved into the wall on this one.
http://www.theredzone.org/BlogDescription/tabid/61/EntryId/5783/Source–JaMarcus-Russell-is-up-to-300-pounds/Default.aspx
April 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
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April 26th, 2010 at 9:07 am
Get his sorry azz out of Oaktown!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:07 am
YO
April 26th, 2010 at 9:07 am
priesttj said Nick Miller is a DB Killer
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RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 8:41 am
Hairy: Nick Miller hasn’t proven anything.
he didn’t prove to be a capable receiver or return man in actual games.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:08 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
La Milicia Negra Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 8:55 am
# DirtyRaccoon Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 8:44 am
Goethel = New starting Full Back. I can smell it.
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LOL, I think he will stay ILB thats how he was trained…
I rather see Bruce Campbell as our FB… how sick would that be ?
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Not only ILB sir, he is a GOOD FB also. His ability to knock people over gave him a shot at MLB. He was a very GOOD FB before.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:08 am
Norco posted this last night.
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Campbell is already in the area, and was spotted at a Jack London Square restaurant with offensive coordinator Hue Jackson by a reader with a who sent a photo. Russell, meanwhile has been kept out of public view.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:08 am
john henderson. john henderson. john henderson. make it happen jerry…
April 26th, 2010 at 9:10 am
HairyBush Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:09 am
Mistabr0wn Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:05 am
He had say in every pick. Do you think AL didn’t sign off on ANY draft pick EVER ?
Wakeup..
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# HairyBush Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 8:57 am
Who thinks Al had any say in first 3 picks?
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Dude, Im not an idiot. Obviously he signed off on them. He is Big Al the GM afterall. I think you know what I meant.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:10 am
Q: If Houston is an end, won’t you be a little light at tackle still?
Cable: No. You’ll see the plan when we get there. It’s good. You’ll like it . . . It’s good. But we have some things we’re putting together to get it all sorted out, but you’ll see it in mini-camp.
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was Cable talking about the mini-camp that starts this Friday ???
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Mawae and Faneca, get them in camp now!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
You asked if he had any say so I answered you. You agreed he had a say……so
Did you mean something else? What did you mean ?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Mistabr0wn,
Bob posted it here, Brian took the pic… and it was great. Hue and Jason were just sittin there chillin, could have been discussing anything, but the key is that they were together and talking. I wonder if JaMarcus has even troubled himself to MEET Hue yet?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:13 am
If JR knew that meeting Hue would involve getting a meal, he would have been out on a flight to meet him the day he was hired!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:13 am
I think Richardson is safe.
I doubt he gets beat out by Alex Daniels or Greyson Gunheim!
We need one more DT. Seymour, Kelly & Bryant is fine
but Joseph & Cooper need to go!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:14 am
what up nation, good day to be a Raider fan. I think J-Bust has seen his last game in the NFL. I love the UDFA pick-ups this year. Rounds 4-7 of the draft were clearly where Al was lucid and decided to force his will, but its all good, as we are very light at CB and special teams.
It sounds like the whole defensive front-seven is on notice, if they are shaking up the system, some players may not fit the mold any longer. I sense a D-line that will be large and active all the way across.
Seymour/Houston at DE; Bryant, Kelly, Warren and hopefully this Kellen Heard kid at DT.
The LB corps is gonna be much bigger than before, with Scott and Wimbley starting on the outside, and McClain on the inside. It sounds like Goethel, Satele, Brown and maybe Howard will compete for the other ILB spot in our 3-4 looks.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:14 am
—”The Bucs will reportedly release FB B.J. Askew on Monday. A flurry of post-draft cuts will happen throughout the league. Askew is expendable with Earnest Graham and Chris Pressley capable of lead blocking for Cadillac Williams and Derrick Ward. Graham is the favorite to start at fullback”—
He is our new FB!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:14 am
who is Kellen Heard ?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:14 am
Norco was saying Br!en was the one with the photo I believe.
The semi-pro’s hard at work!!!
I don’t even think Jamarcus will be there this weekend. This will be a whole new team with that cloud removed from the team.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:16 am
Marshall has concocted a new defensive scheme that’s gonna take the league by surprise similar to what Denvers offense did for much of the season last year, ours will have sticking power because Seymour can take on the double team better than Warren did last year and Houston is a run stopping machine. Watch out for punishing hits from Branch, Mcclain, and Mitchell. Our D is gonna be straight NASTY!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:16 am
Russell, meanwhile has been kept out of public view.
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Err, so being caught will eating dinner is being put into the public view? Geeze Jerry, that is some ‘interpretation’ of the situation you got going there.
If you are going to try to put in your own news, just come out and say it directly, don’t try to add in your personal spin. If you don’t like that the Raiders don’t care about reporters or perhaps even you in particular, just say you don’t like it, don’t turn all Kiffin on us with the innuendo and half truths.
(I do appreciate the transcripts and links to other stories so keep up the good work there and thanks for the daily reports!)
Oh, by the way. BAN THE TROLLS!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:16 am
Vegas, the last thing the Locos need is JaMarcus! LOL!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:17 am
Johnnie Lee Higgins will ultimately be remembered as collateral damage in the JaMarcus Russell disaster. After looking lost in 2007, he had a very encouraging 2008 and looked to be developing. He was having a decent week 1 against San Diego last season when, as we know, Eric Weddle blew him up when Russell hung JLH out to dry. He was a disaster the rest of the year. Unless he got over it, which I don’t see, I think he’ll be a final camp cutdown. It’s a shame, but what can you do.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:17 am
Kellen Heard is a very talented player who played on both sides of the ball for Memphis last year. He was a project on the O-Line and a very talented DT that plays with a mean streak. (SOB will love this guy)
At 6-6, 355, he is quite a load on either side of the ball who is best known for being a tough defender who hit Colt McCoy late in 2006.
http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2010/4/25/1443531/udrfa-kellen-heard-rt-dt-memphis
NEVERMIND!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:18 am
Seymour/Houston at DE; Bryant, Kelly, Warren and hopefully this Kellen Heard kid at DT.
Warren was cut and signed by the Pats
April 26th, 2010 at 9:18 am
Jerry’s right in saying it’s difficult to assess UDFAs, but I have to think Manase Tonga will easily be the gem of this crop. He’s what we haven’t had since Jon Ritchie: a big, bruising nasty MFer who loves to hit people. I think his receiving ability on screens is underrated too.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:18 am
Vegas,
Bob sent me that pic… and it actually made me like Jason Campbell just a little bit. Maybe my sh-itbrown-colored Redskins losing glasses have made me too harsh on the man… who knows. Either way, I feel better about the signing now. I still say it’s a two-man race between Campbell and Grads for starter. Losman, Frye, Boller, and JR compete for third spot… in that order.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:19 am
# SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:01 am
I finally saw that SportsScience special on Bruce Campbell… and I think that if we don’t get Henderson/Haynesworth, we should DEFINITELY convert him to DT. There’s our run-stuffer. Anyone who saw that special should know what I’m talkin about. He loves to hit people!
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I would love to see that clip… to me he wouldn’t be able to stop the run, he is too slick, cant clogg up anything, maybe a passrusher, though…
I say let him stay on offense and make him a FB, LOL=)
April 26th, 2010 at 9:19 am
Terdell Sands was 6′8″ 355 lbs
hopefully this kid Kellen Heard is NOTHING like him !!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:20 am
I can’t wait to see the episode of Pawn Stars when Jamarcus rolls into Rick’s shop and mumble’s something about wanting to sell his diamond studded 10 lb necklace in the shape of a jersey for $3 million.
Rick will offer 250k and Russell will get pissed, and then Rick will come up with the idea of having Chumlee and Russell participate in a football throwing contest, and if Russell wins, they give him 500K, if he loses he gets 250k for the necklace.
Of course Chumlee will win.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:21 am
QB depth on week 1:
Campbell
Gradkowski
Boller.
Mark it.
Oh and cut Russell, like, yesterday. If he’s around for camp, the whole story will be “What will happen to JaMarcus Russell?” instead of focusing on the legitimate positives we’ve got going here. For once. Don’t need the negativity/distraction.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:21 am
AL sign..
1) DT Henderson
2) C Mawae
3) FB Askew
April 26th, 2010 at 9:22 am
Dakota, lmfao!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:22 am
I forgot Warren was gone, and for some reason, i couldnt think of any other DT’s on the team, other than Bryant. …and we passed on Terrence Cody why?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:22 am
So when is the outside the lines feature on Jamarcus coming?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:22 am
Mistabr0wn Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
You asked if he had any say so I answered you. You agreed he had a say……so
Did you mean something else? What did you mean ?
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I should have clarified.
I was mainly refering to what picks 1-3 looked like as opposed to later in the draft. For example, I think in past years, players like Jacoby and B. Capmbell may have been our 1st 2 picks, as opposed to the very sensible and intelligent drafting we did. I’m not saying the later rounds of the draft were bad, but you could definetley see Big Al’s handywork was apperent on Saturday.
Draft rounds 1-3 It looked like Al let the staff do what they wanted, and rounds 4-7 he put his two cents in.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:24 am
Jason Campbell is getting $3.1 million this year.
so in essence, we’re paying him $6.1 million this season (including the Russell guaranteed payment)
no biggie. rather give up $6.1 million for Campbell than $9.5 million for JaWalrus
April 26th, 2010 at 9:24 am
LMN,
Just google “Sport Science Campbell ESPN” and it should come up for you in the results. That’s how I found it… and it was awesome! I was totally against getting Campbell in rounds 1 and 2, but I am DAMNED happy to have him in the 4th, especially after seeing that segment.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:24 am
I wonder if Russell was even given an invite. If I was a betting man id say No.
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# SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Mistabr0wn,
Bob posted it here, Brian took the pic… and it was great. Hue and Jason were just sittin there chillin, could have been discussing anything, but the key is that they were together and talking. I wonder if JaMarcus has even troubled himself to MEET Hue yet?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:24 am
LMN,
I would have agreed that he’s more passrusher and not run-stuffing DT… until I saw that segment.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:25 am
Signing Mawae and Faneca makes a TON of sense, even for one year each. Two future Hall of Famers the young guys can learn from and then apply those lessons in 2011.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:25 am
After he is cut, will Jamarcus still roll around with his “chosen one” necklace?
What a clown!!! I thought he MIGHT get cut this offseason if he had a bad camp, but Jerry (who has been spot on of late) seems to think he is as good as gone.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:25 am
Sign John Henderson!!!
LDE: Houston, and T Scott on passing downs.
DT: Seymour/ TK, Dez Bryant
DT: Henderson/ TK, Dez Bryant
RDE: Matt S, Alex Daniels (6′2 265, and ran 4.65 & 4.55. He reminds me of D Burgess)
SLB: Wimbley, Brown/ TH
ILB: McClain, T Goethel/ Brown
WLB: T Scott, Groves
CB: Nnamdi, McFadden
CB: CJ/ Routt, Ware
SS: Branch, MM
FS: Huff, ??
Great Defense!!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:25 am
and we passed on Terrence Cody why?
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because he’s a run clogging beast!
we needed another DE. haha
obviously Seymour & ShoNasty weren’t getting it done
*roll of the eyes*
April 26th, 2010 at 9:26 am
I forgot to add J Richardson as a backup LDE.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:26 am
can the “King Elexis” award be revoked?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:26 am
SA21…
me too, as a 4th rounder he was a steal, though the ford pick im still pissed about, I wanted Mike Kafka…
April 26th, 2010 at 9:27 am
Okay, we had a good draft. Now its time to move on to the next phase of things which is deciding which players will compete for the starting positions and who else will be kept to round out the 53 man roster plus the practice squad. That is what off season camps and the pre-season are all about. We already traded away Morrison to make way for the new blood on defense. Cutting JMR will do the same for the offense. My opinion is to get rid of him ASAP. Nothing good can come out of letting him hang around and possible getting injured, costing us even more $$. The sooner he gets booted from the team the better for all concerned. With JMR its addition by subtraction!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:27 am
Why would H ue sit down with Russell if he’s getting cut this week!
Where are ALL the Russell apologists?
tj? kkkell? seyglen/debo/oakglen?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:28 am
FS: Huff, ??
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Raider O: Stevie Brown & Jerome Boyd will compete with Hiram “stiff armed” Eugene for the final safety spot imo
April 26th, 2010 at 9:28 am
Mawae and Faneca, get them in camp now!!!
I wouldn’t be surprised we do sign one of them, Raiders have been making all the right moves, I am confident Al if finally trusting someone else or others to help with decision making…
April 26th, 2010 at 9:29 am
Alex Daniels was projected as a 5th-6th RD pick by walterfootball.com. He had 8 sacks last year.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:32 am
Hue Jackson did go to dinner with JaMarcus Russell.
they put 2 plates in frotn of him.
1 plate of fish and 1 plate of brownies
Part 1 of the test = failed
Hue Jax took him in to watch film and showed him a fat slob under center making an awful throw.
Russell said “who is that guy? he’s great”
Part 2 of the test = failed
April 26th, 2010 at 9:32 am
I think Cable is sticking with Satale unfortunately….he seems to get locked into his guys and then doesn’t let go.
The Bears should be looking at Faneca and Mawae…if we were a team on the cusp I think we would be looking at them too.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:32 am
OK. Time to look at our drafties.
McClain, excellent in tackling and sheddin blocking. Looks like he can over pursue, but when the game comes to him and slows down on the pro level, I think this guy is going to be a beast in the middle. Sorry Kirk!!!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miJwMCgaxKo
April 26th, 2010 at 9:33 am
Campbell/Veldheer/Barnes/Walker should be vying for the RG and RT positions. Great OL competition in camp, I can’t beleive I just said that, I’m GEEKED!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:34 am
RR,
I don’t like Pushovers!!! lol
April 26th, 2010 at 9:34 am
Mawae and Faneca, get them in camp now!!!
I wouldn’t be surprised we do sign one of them, Raiders have been making all the right moves, I am confident Al if finally trusting someone else or others to help with decision making…
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Jerry’s said a few times that Cable is the first coach Al has actually ever bothered to listen to since Gruden. I’m beginning to believe it.
Mawae, Faneca and Henderson would add the missing veteran presence both sides of the ball need and help balance and compliment the youth movement. At the least, I’d like to see Faneca and Henderson. Though even at damn near 40, Mawae is better than Satele.
Plus we could bid bon voyage to deadweight like Carlisle and William Joseph.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:35 am
LMAO RR!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:36 am
Raider O: Huff is our 2nd best cover man
Branch, Mitchell and these other two young former LB’s can all hit like a mack truck
Hiram Eugene? he’s a Cable guy. scholarship program is still intact
April 26th, 2010 at 9:36 am
Morning Nation
April 26th, 2010 at 9:37 am
Sign HENDERSON!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:37 am
What a haul last week:
Rolando McClain, MLB of the future
Lemarr Houston, D-lineman starter
Jared Veldheer, could be a fixture on O-line
Bruce Campbell, ditto
Jacoby Ford, should replace Figurs, Miller & Holland
Walter McFadden, our new nickel corner
Travis Goethel, ILB on 3-4 looks
Jeremy Ware, ST gunner
Stevie Brown, Al Davis CB project.
Quentin Groves, 3rd pass rusher OLB project
Andre Anderson, should fight with G. Russell and Marcel Reece for that 3rd RB spot. I like the sound of this kid, good mix of shifty back and power-back with great hands and made for a one-cut system.
Manase Tonga, decent FB prospect
Chane Moline, another decent FB prospect
Alex Parsons, I hope can add depth at the paper thin gaurd position
Kellen Heard, you “heard” it here first, this is our Desmond Bryant of 2010. Big, shifty run-stuffer can play all over the D-line. Replaced Red Bryant at Texas A&M, when he went down to injuries. This kid had a difficult college career, but could clean it up in the pros. Should be our new Turdell Sands, for better or worse.
Alex Daniels, OLB prospect at 265lbs. This kid was a running back at Minnesota during his Sophmore season. Good quicks and shiftiness, might make a nasty weakside LB option. Real interesting developmental prospect.
Brashton Satele, ILB depth guy, will have to beat out Ricky Brown and Travis Goethel to make the roster.
Jason Campbell, our caretaker QB of the future. May not be an all-star, but he can take this team much further than JaMarcus and he can set an example at the most important position on the roster.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:37 am
LMFAO, RaiderRockstar at 55 wins the thread.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:38 am
A little tired of the “Al must’ve been asleep … Cable tricked Al … Al had nothing to do with the first 3 rounds” comments. Give me a break. There is absolutely ZERO reason or evidence to believe that. You know Al is still calling the shots on all these picks.
Of course, if McClain is a bust then the same people in here giving the coaches & scouts credit for that pick right now will be back here in a year or two blaming Al Davis for the pick.
Not to mention Saturday (Round 4 on) may have been our best day of the draft in acquiring Bruce Campbell, Jason Campbell, Jacoby Ford and Walter McFadden. So if you want to hate on Al you might as well extend that “he had nothing to do with this draft” talk through the weekend.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:39 am
SA21…
watched the segment, great, though I still see him more as a pass defender…
I wonder why Bruce Campbell as a FB takes no heat =)
April 26th, 2010 at 9:39 am
Morning Nation!!!!
A reader who sent a picture?
That woukd be Br ien the Great…..of course
April 26th, 2010 at 9:40 am
SAY NO TO SCHOLARSHIP PRGRAMS!! LEGALIZE IT!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:40 am
So I wasn’t on the blog this weekend…what did Priesttj have to say about the Campbell signing? Does he think Campbell will be a nice backup for the new and improved JaMarcus Russell?
April 26th, 2010 at 9:41 am
TJ KK are mia!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:42 am
Good Morning Nation,
1 of my 2 off season wishes will take place soon. The cutting of JaLoser. I will celebrate the day it happens. Very impressed by the draft and trade.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:42 am
Walter McFadden scouting report from NFLDraftScout.com:
Read & React: Good reaction skills, though he doesn’t rush to support the run. Rarely fooled in coverage, showing good burst to the line of scrimmage to defend the receiver screen. Can be beaten with good play-action, but has the acceleration and straight-line speed to recover.
Man Coverage: Natural coverage skills. Rare timed speed, which translates well onto the field. Loose hips and quick feet to turn and run with receivers. Changes directions smoothly and shows a burst to break on the ball. Quick, active hands for press coverage. Lacks the bulk teams are looking for in a press coverage corner, but is aggressive. Doesn’t back down from the challenge of a bigger receiver.
Zone Coverage: A bit higher in his back-pedal than scouts would prefer. Good vision and route-recognition for zone coverage. Keeps his eyes peeled on the quarterback but has a sense of where receivers in front and behind him are going. Breaks quickly on the ball.
Closing/Recovery: One of his better traits. Shows an explosive burst to close on the ball and has natural ball skills (six INTs as a senior). Can be too aggressive fighting for the ball, despite his slight frame, and draw the flag. Times his leaps well to compete against bigger receivers, but can be pushed aside. Needs to add more strength.
Run Support: An area of relative concern. Isn’t a coward, but doesn’t fight through blocks consistently or fight to get involved (only 10 assisted tackles in 2009). Willing to take on the bigger back and is generally reliable in the open field.
Tackling: Scrappy tackler who doesn’t back down from a challenge. Experienced gunner and generally a reliable open-field tackler. Won’t wow anyone with his explosiveness, but consistently gets his opponent to the ground with low, wrap-up tackles.
Intangibles: Good bloodlines. Cousin, Bryant McFadden, is an NFL cornerback for the Cardinals. Cousin Patrick Peterson is a highly-regarded rising junior cornerback for LSU. Accomplished special teams performer. Had to wait his turn at Auburn, but quietly developed into one of the better playmaking corners in the SEC over his two starting seasons. Coaches say he’s matured quite a bit in his four years and now is considered a solid person, smart player and team leader.
Tons of positives there, especially for where he was drafted.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:42 am
Jerry Mac said to get Mcclain we got him, bunch of posters in here including myself pushing for Jason Campbell we got him, maybe they’re listening? Cut Jacancer and bring in a vet C!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:43 am
PROGRAMS*
April 26th, 2010 at 9:44 am
So when is the outside the lines feature on Jamarcus coming?
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LMFAO!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:44 am
I’d much rather get Mawae than Faneca. Center is the leader of the o-line and Mawae is one of the better leaders in the game. He’s a tough, nasty, consistently productive o-lineman. The only knock is that he’s like 38 or 39 right now, but I believe he had a much better season last year than Faneca. Faneca made the Pro Bowl on reputation and was considered by most to be the weakest link on the Jets o-line.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:48 am
Notice all the talk of the fat loser JaMarcus being cut, and no sign of that LOSER KOOL KELL? Coincidence? I think not.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:49 am
Hey Dakota, what do you think of our draft!
we missed ya this week-end
April 26th, 2010 at 9:50 am
RaiderRockstar’s draft would have been:
Round 2 #44 Terrence Cody (instead of Houston)
Round 4 #108 Akwasi Owusu-Ansah (instead of Ford)
Round 5 #138 John Connor (instead of McFadden)
Round 6 #190 Trindon Holliday (instead of Goethel)
Round 7 #251 Ciron Black (instead of Brown)
McClain, Veldheer, Campbell & Ware were solid picks considering who was left on the board imo
then push hard for UDFA’s:
MLB Mike McLaughlin, Boston College
NT Travis Ivey, Maryland
OG Brandon Carter, Texas Tech
April 26th, 2010 at 9:53 am
you soo silly Rockstar….lol
Houston or Cody and you take Cody? Well each 2 his own I guess
April 26th, 2010 at 9:55 am
we need to cut Isaiah Ekejiuba and Hiram eugene ASAP
April 26th, 2010 at 9:55 am
AFC title game 2010/2010
Oakland Raiders Vs. Baltimore Ravens
April 26th, 2010 at 9:57 am
Damn it… just watched the ball from Frye to Schilens with 6:45 left in the first half in the second Denver game… that was a BEAUTIFUL deep throw… damn shame that Schilens couldn’t get it pulled in before it was poked out. He should’ve caught it over the shoulder. Oh well, at least we got a 54 yard FG out of it on the next play instead of the throw being picked off (if JR had thrown it, it would have).
April 26th, 2010 at 9:57 am
4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:53 am
you soo silly Rockstar….lol
Houston or Cody and you take Cody? Well each 2 his own I guess
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obviously… Cody is a run stopping DT and Houston is a DE in the pro’s we have tons of DEs and NO DT’s…
so yeah its a no-brainer to me too
April 26th, 2010 at 9:57 am
4eva,
Thank God RR doesn’t work for the Raiders! lol
I live this draft!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 9:58 am
RR,
Keep that up, and I will not hire you at BOO.
April 26th, 2010 at 9:59 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:50 am
RaiderRockstar’s draft would have been:
Round 4 #108 Akwasi Owusu-Ansah (instead of Ford)
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QB Mike Kafka, would have been my pick
April 26th, 2010 at 9:59 am
Love*
April 26th, 2010 at 9:59 am
HAHA
yeah. physical football teams are a joke
good thing i’m not in charge!
don’t worry. i’m sticking to armchair GM – like the rest of you
April 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
LMN,
I would rather see Campbell at OT or G than FB. If we had better options on the line, I would be all for putting him at DT. If we were squared away at DT, then I would totally support Campbell at FB… he would be a beast!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
Jamarcus Russell has played in his last game in the NFL
April 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
cut Isaiah Ekejiuba and Hiram eugene ASAP
April 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
4evaRaider,
I think we did a much better job than last year for sure. I am not 100% sold on McClain as a great MLB after Charlie Casserly said he has trouble shedding blocks and I would have taken Anthony Davis and Cody in rounds 1 and 2 instead of the guys we got, but at least we got some football players this time!
Those two giant tackles need a lot of work, but hopefully they develop over time. I don’t know how much help they will be next season. Ford should help the return game if JLH is still a head case. Of course Campbell is much better than Russell or Garbagekowski, so we should at least look decent at QB next year.
I am most excited about our defense. Hopefully, the two draft picks can help stop the run. I still think we should have added a true NT.
I guess I am happy we got some football players, but I don’t exactly think we helped the o-line for next season and we still need a NT, but we got a decent NFL QB which should help alleviate some of our running-game problems and will hopefully help our defense by putting more points on the board and forcing teams to pass on us instead of just running the ball down our throats all day.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:02 am
I guess the NFL’s streak of ZERO QBs who wear jersey #2 NEVER winning a SuperBowl will continue… though we all knew it would anyway.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:02 am
Lemarr Houston has more value than a two-down DT like Cody, but I think we are all wondering who is gonna play in the middle on first and second down, when all we have is DE/DT hybrids. It seems like all the starting D-linemen on our team are best suited to play 3-4 DE: Seymour, Kelly, Bryant, Houston. Where’s the beef?
This appears to be the exciting new scheme that Cable is talking about. A 4-3 front featuring (4) 300 lb linemen, the pass-rush also coming from OLB, and McClain anchoring it all in the middle. That’s 6 guys that can get to the QB, coming from every direction; sounds awesome, but who is gonna make the stop on first and 10, when Chris Johnson is slashing?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:02 am
lol!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:03 am
Broncos’ McDaniels can kiss job goodbye with Tebow pick
April 22, 2010
By Pete Prisco
Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels should enjoy the next year or two in Denver. Really. Soak all of it in. Enjoy being a head coach. Enjoy making all the decisions.
Your days are numbered.
When you trade away Jay Cutler, Brandon Marshall and Tony Scheffler, the key components in the Broncos passing game in a year span, and then draft Tim Tebow in the first round of the draft, you are sending a loud message.
Talent doesn’t matter.
Character does.
Why not pick the altar boys from the parish down the street? Aren’t they good kids? Or maybe you can pick all the “A” students in this draft?
It doesn’t matter if they can play. Just make sure they are good “yes men.”
It just doesn’t make any sense.
I understand a coach wanting to have good character guys, but this is going past that.
Tebow is a fifth-round talent.
First round?
Nobody in their right mind would ever say that Tebow plays the position better than Cutler. But Cutler was shipped out for being a bad boy.
Now they have Saint Timmy to fix things.
Here’s a bet: He doesn’t even beat out Brady Quinn.
He makes Quinn and Kyle Orton, the other quarterback, look like John Elway.
Tebow is raw. He doesn’t understand the passing game. He doesn’t read defenses.
Oh, but he’s a good kid.
At least he’ll save the locker room.
Really? If you aren’t playing, character doesn’t matter. The NFL is a cruel business. His rah-rah crap doesn’t matter. They won’t listen. They won’t stand for it.
Crying after losses?
Yeah, right.
Does he work hard? Yes. Does he want to be good? Yes.
But the skills aren’t there. He isn’t close to being as good as Jimmy Clausen. Too bad for Jimmy he doesn’t have the character Tebow has, at least that’s what they say.
The Broncos reached big time for Tebow. But look at the bright side: At least he won’t be running the streets.
He also won’t be starting anytime soon — if ever.
And Josh McDaniels will lose his job in a year or two over this one and his other moves over the past year.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:04 am
NATION, what is UP???????
I dont think Mr. Davis is calling the shots in the draft, and I have been saying this the last few weeks, that we would have a logical draft….
April 26th, 2010 at 10:04 am
# SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
LMN,
I would rather see Campbell at OT or G than FB. If we had better options on the line, I would be all for putting him at DT. If we were squared away at DT, then I would totally support Campbell at FB… he would be a beast!
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its said a bit tongue in cheek, but in some goal line plays, I would do it…
he would kill the defense, and even McFadden would be able to run the ball after the hole he is making
April 26th, 2010 at 10:04 am
OMFG @ the BEAUTIFUL Draw with two and a half left in the first half… Frye executed it beautifully and Bush hit full speed on his first step after his fake pass-pro.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:05 am
JRUSS should ask for a trade….
April 26th, 2010 at 10:05 am
Lamarr Houston. Dude takes on double teams and keeps making tackles.
Check out at 4:30 the closing speed!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M0Mn3o8KBY
April 26th, 2010 at 10:06 am
Mr. Davcis will no longer be conducting the drafting of players as we had our first of many logical drafts.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:07 am
I agree with everything you guys said.
Building the roster isn’t done yet. I’d love it if they picked up Mawae and Henderson to bring some veteran know how to the youngsters. Our only vet on the o-line, Gallery, hasn’t done enough winning to be a true example and Seymour needs a 2nd hand on the defensive side since we lost Ellis.
I’m not for Faneca because we already have enough competition at the guard position.
A FB would be nice but I don’t think BJ Askew is any better than Gary Russell. Both are sorta tweeners correct?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:07 am
seen that mcclain youtube link and what struck me the most was alot of arm tackling, no hard hits, doesn’t fly to the ball, and on the auburn reverse, didn’t really hustle. the positives are that he does look instinctive putting himself in the area of the run,good coverage and recognition of backs and te’s, and shed blocks better than expected.
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what do you guys think?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:09 am
Thec,
I believe that Al ultimately had the final say in every pick, but that he listened to his coaches and everyone had a say in what went down. Ten years from now, Cable will retire from the Raiders HC job with six or seven playoff appearances and will take his new job as Raiders GM and hand over the reigns to Hue (if he’s still with us, hopefully he is). Cable will be a Raiders GM… write that down.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:09 am
As fired up as I am, there is still a long way to go.
First, let’s here the reports from the mini-camp. Is DHB catching better? Then comes the training camp tests where we can see who can play in pads. I’m reallly looking forward to the scrimmages with the Niners. They punked the entire team least year. That is where we will get a better measure of the squad.
Please no injuries…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:10 am
I just can’t wait to see Tebow go down in flames in Denver. How could the guy who couldn’t throw it anywhere near a receiver at the Senior Bowl, be a first round selection?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Lemarr Houston is gonna be a bad mamajama for the Raiders. With Seymour and Kelly getting so much attention, he will be free to slice and dice on the outside.
…and I cant wait to see his first use as a goal line FB. That is gonna be awesome.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Thec,
Al is calling the shots bruh, lol.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:12 am
I like Bruce Campbell already. Especially where we drafted him.
http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5116722
April 26th, 2010 at 10:12 am
SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:09 am
Thec,
I believe that Al ultimately had the final say in every pick, but that he listened to his coaches and everyone had a say in what went down. Ten years from now, Cable will retire from the Raiders HC job with six or seven playoff appearances and will take his new job as Raiders GM and hand over the reigns to Hue (if he’s still with us, hopefully he is). Cable will be a Raiders GM… write that down.
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lollollollollolllolllllooooollllooooo!OO!OO!L!LO!L!O!LO!L!OL!O!L!OLLLLO!L!L!O!L!O!L
oh man that is some funny stuff! I can’t even hardly type I am laughing so hard!!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:12 am
I felt the same way after watching that YouTube. I don’t think those were some of his best games that they chose and if that is the worst he looks, that is alright with me.
After watching Part 1&2, I took a look at other clips, we he wasn’t playing teams built on mis-direction, teams that are more conventional, and he looked pretty good.
Time will tell.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:13 am
Final drive of the first half for Denver… Wow, I had forgotten how much progress Huff has made… I now officially want him to move to the corner opposite Nnamdi with Branch and MM as the safeties. CJ can be the Nickel. What do you guys think?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Soo Thec….you’re saying this was Cables’ draft?
if so I agree
April 26th, 2010 at 10:14 am
SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:09 am
Thec,
I believe that Al ultimately had the final say in every pick, but that he listened to his coaches and everyone had a say in what went down. Ten years from now, Cable will retire from the Raiders HC job with six or seven playoff appearances and will take his new job as Raiders GM and hand over the reigns to Hue (if he’s still with us, hopefully he is). Cable will be a Raiders GM… write that down.
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It was clear to me that this year was going to be diffrent. I have been saying for weeks that this draft would be logical. No one else on this blog would say that. I am convinced that Mr. Davis has deffered drafting to the guys or group who handled the later rounds. This draft was done so well, that other forces had to be involved…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Chaos Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:05 am
Lamarr Houston. Dude takes on double teams and keeps making tackles.
Check out at 4:30 the closing speed!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M0Mn3o8KBY
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Houston had 40 solo tackles last year.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:15 am
Dakota,
I felt kind of silly just typing it out… yet if ANYONE is going to ever be a GM for us while Al is still alive, Cable is the odds-on favorite. Six or seven playoff appearances for the Raiders before 2021? I see that as totally possible.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:15 am
4eva, what up Bro? Hope all is well. I am not sure it was just Mr. Cables draft only. I do beleive it was done with a logic that we havent seen in a while, which is what I had predicted. I do beleive other forces are at work here.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:16 am
alas, rumors of a new and improved JaSvelte have disappeared under a ton of lard.
hope he got his money back from that training facility in Phoenix.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:17 am
It would be insane to think that Al gave total control to ANYONE. Can you see that happening? No way.
I believe that he took a lot of input and actually LISTENED… and that Al and the staff made the picks together. The law of averages says that Al was bound to have a good draft eventually.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:18 am
HEY!!!!
You guys need to quit it…As soon as I finish my bacon and bacon sandwich, wipe the grease off my face and hands, take my nap, eat another bacon and bacon sandwich, with a bag o cheese puffs,I will show you all!!! Can someone order me an electric chair to get me to the field please…ahh hell with it, its time for another bacon and bacon sandwich and nap!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:18 am
# Dakota Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:10 am
I just can’t wait to see Tebow go down in flames in Denver. How could the guy who couldn’t throw it anywhere near a receiver at the Senior Bowl, be a first round selection?
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I recall a player who couldn’t throw it anywhere near a receiver during drills with no defenders on the field, who was drafted #1…..
Who was that masked man?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:18 am
jhill Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Thec,
Al is calling the shots bruh, lol.
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Yeah he is the owner he ultimately calls the shots, but as I have been saying we were going to have a logical draft. Other forces are at work here…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:18 am
Lonetree,
No refunds! The facility cannot keep you in shape after you leave. Any regained weight or lost progress is the sole responsibility of the fatass.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:19 am
I have to believe that Hue Jackson had some sort of influence over this season’s draft. It was just so different than last year’s draft with Cable.
We will never know. Maybe Al’s son Mark Davis ran this draft….or maybe Amy Trask.
Who knows?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:19 am
Dakota,
hope your boy #20 is as elusive dodging tacklers (and hash marks) as he has proven to be in evading being traded.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:19 am
You guys have a great rest of the day, I have a meeting to get to…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:20 am
Cable will be a Raiders GM… write that down.
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Whoa !!!!!!!!!!!
Now that is what I call going out on a limb.
What an American success story that would be.
From “being a kunt hair away from being fired” to “GM of the Raiders” all in one post!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:21 am
John Henderson was released by the JAGS. He would look great on our new revamped d-line
Jags have been in the top half of the league in rush D for the last 8 years. Last year they slipped to 19th. Doubt that was big johns fault he is a beast 6′7 335!!
get him AL!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:22 am
53 man roster – as of today
QB: Campbell, Gradkowski, Russell/Frye
RB: McFadden, Bush, Anderson
FB: Tonga, Moline
WR: Heyward-Bey, Murphy, Schilens, Higgins, Ford
TE: Miller, Myers, Stewart
OT: Henderson, Barnes, Veldheer, Campbell
OG: Gallery, Carlisle, Walker, Parsons
C: Satele, Morris
DE: Shaughnessy, Houston, Richardson, Gunheim
DT: Seymour, Kelly, Bryant, Heard
LB: Scott, Wimbley, Groves, Brown, McClain, Goethel
CB: Asomugha, Johnson, Routt, McFadden, Ware
S: Huff, Branch, Mitchell, Brown
ST: Janikowski, Lechler, Condo, Ekejiuba
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with RaiderRockstar’s draft:
53 man roster – as of today
QB: Campbell, Gradkowski, Russell/Frye
RB: McFadden, Bush, Anderson
FB: Connor, Tonga
WR: Heyward-Bey, Murphy, Schilens, Higgins, Watkins
TE: Miller, Myers, Stewart
OT: Henderson, Barnes, Veldheer, Campbell
OG: Gallery, Carlisle, Walker, Black
C: Satele, Morris
DE: Seymour, Shaughnessy, Richardson
DT: Kelly, Cody, Bryant, Ivey
LB: Scott, Wimbley, Groves, Williams, McClain, Brown
CB: Asomugha, Johnson, Routt, Owusu-Ansah, Ware
S: Huff, Branch, Mitchell, Boyd
ST: Janikowski, Lechler, Condo, Holliday
then MLB Mike McLaughlin & OG Brandon Carter might even push Cooper Carlisle & Ricky Brown off the roster!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:22 am
I now officially want him to move to the corner opposite Nnamdi with Branch and MM as the safeties. CJ can be the Nickel. What do you guys think?
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Glad to see you catching up. Welcome aboard!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:23 am
Jhill,
All in one post? I never posted that he was close to being fired. Hyperbole much?
Wait, not… that wasn’t any sort of exaggeration… because I never said anything anywhere near that, or even related to it at all, much less in the same neighborhood. That’s just makin s-h-i-t up on your part. Try not to be like TJ, bro.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:24 am
Rockstar,
didn’t see Baby Howie on your list
April 26th, 2010 at 10:24 am
I meant to say “Wait, no” there in post #134… didn’t mean to say “not.”
April 26th, 2010 at 10:26 am
didn’t see Baby Howie on your list
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I don’t see him making the roster bro
Been out of the NFL for 2 years and counting …
April 26th, 2010 at 10:27 am
Frye just scanned the entire defense down the field, then knew that no one would be covering Bush out of the backfield because he knew where every defender was, so he just turned and threw it to Bush without looking him down first… HUGE gain for the Raiders. Charlie Frye for THIRD STRING! Cut Boller and JaMarcus outright.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:27 am
That’s just makin s-h-i-t up on your part. Try not to be like TJ, bro.
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You need to relax a bit.
JERRY’S POST !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Not YOUR POST !!!!!
Tell me you didn’t read someone earlier post that Cable was a kunt hair away from being fired.
JIMINIE CRIBBETS MAN!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:28 am
—”The Chiefs will host free agent DL John Henderson on Tuesday”—
April 26th, 2010 at 10:28 am
JaSvelte LMMFAO!!!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:28 am
We might not have the best starting QB in the league this year, but no matter who wins the starting job, we will have the BEST backup and BEST third-string QBs in the league (as long as JR is gone).
April 26th, 2010 at 10:29 am
Kijana JaMandarich Leaf “Cut! That’s a wrap.”
April 26th, 2010 at 10:29 am
Good LMN,I’ll put you down as a Houston guy LOL
April 26th, 2010 at 10:29 am
I’m 1 player short. so I guess Chris Cooper can fight for the last DE spot with Alex Daniels & Greyson Gunheim – even though Desmond Bryant can play DE (if need be)
April 26th, 2010 at 10:31 am
Jared Veldheer
Need I say more?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZUoHh8gupE
April 26th, 2010 at 10:32 am
Okay, you were talking about Jerry saying that Cable was close to being fired. Gotcha.
Since you were referring to me saying he’d be GM in a post that I made, then I assumed that you were saying that I said he was close to being fired when you used the phrase “all in one post.” I now understand what you meant, but we have massive differences all posted in the comments of the same article all the time, so it doesn’t really make sense in that context.
When TJ gets here, you’ll be able to say:
“Wow, JaMarcus goes from being a c-u-n-thair away from being cut to being 1st team All-Pro all in one post.”
April 26th, 2010 at 10:33 am
you guys honestly think moving Seymour to DT and drafting Houston for DE will help us stuff the run better than keeping Seymour at DE and drafting Cody ???
wow!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:33 am
Any word on signing Faneca? Still would like to see a deal to bring in haynesworth
April 26th, 2010 at 10:34 am
RRs,
I definitely believe that keeping Seymour at DE and trading for Haynesworth would be the best option for stuffing the run.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:34 am
with RaiderRockstar’s draft: 53 man roster
QB: Campbell, Gradkowski, Russell/Frye
RB: McFadden, Bush, Anderson
FB: Connor, Tonga
WR: Heyward-Bey, Murphy, Schilens, Higgins, Watkins
TE: Miller, Myers, Stewart
OT: Henderson, Barnes, Veldheer, Campbell
OG: Gallery, Carlisle, Walker, Black
C: Satele, Morris
DE: Seymour, Shaughnessy, Richardson, Gunheim/Cooper/Daniels
DT: Kelly, Cody, Bryant, Ivey
LB: Scott, Wimbley, Groves, Williams, McClain, Brown
CB: Asomugha, Johnson, Routt, Owusu-Ansah, Ware
S: Huff, Branch, Mitchell, Boyd
ST: Janikowski, Lechler, Condo, Holliday
then MLB Mike McLaughlin & OG Brandon Carter might even push Cooper Carlisle & Ricky Brown off the roster!
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PLAYOFFS!?!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:34 am
Adalaius Thomas is on the market….
April 26th, 2010 at 10:35 am
Bruce Campbell for DT!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:35 am
Rockstar….4 the like of me I dont see houston as a DE.6-2 305 is a DT….Man this cat must be cat-quick!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:35 am
Bruce Campbell for run-stuffing DT!!!
http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5116722
April 26th, 2010 at 10:35 am
Back to lurking…LTR NATION…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:36 am
WOOOOOOOOOW
A. Thomas! get him Big Al!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:37 am
Cody could fill the role of 3-4 NT as well.
Seymour cannot.
we will not be an ATTACKING DEFENSE without a monster in the middle to stop runner from averaging 5 yards per carry up the gut on 1st & 2nd down.
McClain ALONE doesn’t solve that problem…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:37 am
# Thec07 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:34 am
Adalaius Thomas is on the market….
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who would he replace? de we really need more OLB/DEs
April 26th, 2010 at 10:37 am
Baby Howie in the mix. Yay!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:38 am
4eva: Cable said Houston was a DE in Oakland, not me bro!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:38 am
and he has a rotten attitude..
April 26th, 2010 at 10:38 am
2:50 left in the 3rd quarter, Bush stiff-arms Dawkins with authority and runs for 40 yards after the beautiful cutback, a la Marcus Allen.
Next play DMC cuts one back the same way and goes for 28! God, this is BEAUTIFUL!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:39 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:38 am
4eva: Cable said Houston was a DE in Oakland, not me bro!
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I tried to point that out to him as well, no luck… maybe you have better luck…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:39 am
As stated….we run a “base” 4-3.
Cody or Big Dan wouldnt fit,bad picks they would be,imo.Houston is a 4 down playa,imo
April 26th, 2010 at 10:40 am
we are a dangerous team on 3rd down.
but what about 1st down, 2nd down or 3rd & short?
i’m not convinced we’ve made enough progress regarding run defense to challenge for the AFC West
not with Mathews, Sproles, Charles, Jones, Moreno & Buckhalter in this division!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:40 am
It’s a good thing that the No Knuckleheads motto doesn’t extend to this blog ’cause the sound of crickets would be the only thing heard hereabouts.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:40 am
RRs,
That’s why I campaigned for so long to ignore McClain and do our BEST to trade up for Suh or McCoy and then take Micah Johnson in the 3rd-5th. That would solve the run defense problem much better than we have at this exact point in time. Did I say that McClain would be a wasted pick if we didn’t trade for Haynesworth or find another big run-stuffing DT? I believe I DID say that… several times… and I stand by it.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:40 am
# M Lonetree Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:37 am
Baby Howie in the mix. Yay!
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have he showed anything that would make us want him? nah I pass
April 26th, 2010 at 10:41 am
LMN,
maybe Houston can pkay De….but I wouldnt put him there.Coach Cable really needs 2 listen 2 us!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:42 am
Need to get a C and OG to finish getting the oline help we need
April 26th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Did I say that McClain would be a wasted pick if we didn’t trade for Haynesworth or find another big run-stuffing DT? I believe I DID say that… several times… and I stand by it.
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couldn’t agree more Steve!
now big John Henderson is on the market and i’ll bet we show ZERO interest. typical
April 26th, 2010 at 10:43 am
beer run!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:44 am
Yes I am the reader who sent the pic of Campbell and Hue Jackson to Jerry,..however, brian is the one who was in that bar and took the pic, and met them both.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:45 am
# 4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 10:41 am
LMN,
maybe Houston can pkay De….but I wouldnt put him there.Coach Cable really needs 2 listen 2 us!
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Bwahahaha yeah right… well he is an obvious DE in the pro’s… to me.. he is certainly not a clogging DT, which is what we need…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:45 am
I’ve been saying all morning that we have to sign Henderson or trade for Haynesworth… actually, I say that we should do BOTH.
On the other line, I say that we sign Faneca AND Mawae. Those moves make us at least 9-7 and a playoff contender. We won’t hit a title game, but we’ll see postseason play with Raiders on the field instead of on the couch.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:45 am
Where is the history of the big run stuffing NT playing for Marshall or Wauffle?
It’s crazy that the coach comes out and clearly states that the run defense was a priority, we draft the first 2 players with that in mind, and it won’t matter because we didn’t draft the guy YOU wanted?
CMON!
April 26th, 2010 at 10:48 am
Hey Steve ..
Point out some examples in the game you are watching that support the need for Haynesworth AND/or Henderson.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:48 am
Jhill,
I might imply that it has to be any one specific guy in particular, but the truth of it is that I just want an archetype. If we get a big, run-stuffing DT, it doesn’t matter who it is… I just say those names because they fit the archetype and we CAN get them. They are the best options that I see for the position, but if we fill that need with someone else, I won’t complain. When we draft a DT and then Cable says that he is here to play DE, then I WILL continue to say that we need a big run-stuffing DT… since the need STILL exists.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:49 am
Oh no… JR is in the game. The Denver crowd cheers…
April 26th, 2010 at 10:49 am
As opposed to us replacing Warren, Morrison, Howard, and Ellis that is?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:50 am
Ravens drafted Terrence Cody to eventually replace 33 year old Kelly Gregg (starting NT since 2002 – after they let Sam Adams walk)
smart move. Ray Lewis is a happy man
April 26th, 2010 at 10:52 am
Jhill,
There’s no need to use examples from just this one game… watch EVERY big play against us that came from a run up the middle. That is why we need a big run-stuffing DT in the vein of Haynesworth and Henderson.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:53 am
here is the logic as I see it, in its simplest form for the new D-line scheme they are cooking up:
3-4 =(2) 300lb DE’s + (1) 330lb NT + (1) 250lb OLB
4-3 =(2) 270lb DE’s + (1) 300lb 3-tech + (1) 320lb NT
our scheme = (4) 300lb DE/DT’s
total weight 3-4 = 1180lbs
total weight 4-3 = 1160lbs
total weight ours = 1200lbs
the “mass” of our D-line would be spread across the line, and all four of our big men can get to the QB. Could work, I am just worried that our OLB’s are not that strong in coverage.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:54 am
Sometimes the blockers miraculously didn’t make it to the second level, which let KM whiff on the tackle as usual, but there were lots of times where KM never even had a chance because blockers just sliced right through our DL. We needed to replace Kirk and get a big DT. We have accomplished half of that mission.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:54 am
Jhill: who is the 3-4 NT when we use that on occassion?
your boy Willie Jo?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:54 am
JHill,
I gotta agree with you about post #177.
I don’t understand the fixation for some on signing just any old fat blob for the middle of the D-line (or effort when I feel like it players).
Marshall and Waufle have a plan so let ‘em work it. If they feel a need for a fat guy or a slacker then they’ll look for him.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:54 am
BBB: 330lb NT ???
who is that?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:55 am
from SFGate….
Mum’s word from Russell
JaMarcus Russell’s agent, Ethan Lock, did “not want to talk about it” when called this morning to see if the Raiders had asked his client to take a paycut, or if they had talked to the quarterback at all the last couple of days.
Our third question would have been about the report on NationalFootballPost.com today that Russell weighs 3-bills, or 300 pounds.
Oakland must be close to cutting Russell after trading for Washington quarterback Jason Campbell on Saturday. Russell is set to make $9.45 million more this season, but only (ha! only) $3 mil is guaranteed. Why the Raiders would have him at minicamp this weekend and risk him getting hurt, I have no idea.
MY MAN MEL: I love how Mel Kiper gave the Raiders a C- for their draft work (I give them an A, as do most other draft watchers). Kiper had them taking quarterback Jimmy Clausen in the first round, and he is good buddles with Clausen’s agent. Sour grapes?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:56 am
Can Al just assign the NT to Jawalrus. He’s already 300lbs. What’s another 30-50lbs in 4 weeks?
April 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
Jhill: who is the 3-4 NT when we use that on occassion?
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I don’t think we are going to see a 3-4 defense.
We might see some 3 DL sets on passing downs, but a traditional 3-4 is out of the question without a really fat dude in the middle.
I gave up hope for a 3-4 the minute we took Houston instead of Linval Joseph.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
For Sale: 2008 Bentley with custom wheels and personalized “J.R.” plates. Will throw in a freezer full of White Castle burgers and a never used Gazelle Fitness Glider to the right buyer.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Every good 43 has the zero shade/1 tech to clog up the g/c so the mlb can make tackles. the 3 tech has the disrupt the off role. We need the the big hog to tie up that c/g so the rookie can make tackles
April 26th, 2010 at 10:59 am
AIG,
as per Kiper
undue amounts of hairspray, especially when used in confined spaces, has been known to have deleterious effects on brain wave activity, thought processes and eyesight.
April 26th, 2010 at 10:59 am
If our hunches are true, then John Henderson would ocmplete the picture as far as the defensive overhaul.. We would have every piece in place to be a 3-4 defense. He is 6′7″ 335! That is true nose tackle size. PLEASE PICK THIS GUY UP!!!! What a d-line we would have! Even if Lamarr Houston isnt realy to start we move Kelly to end so the front 7 is as follows:
Seymour/Kelly – DE
Henderson – NT
Wimbley, Scott/Groves -OLB
McClain, Howard, ILB
A true 3-4!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 11:00 am
There’s ANOTHER person saying what I’ve said for two years: Put JR at DT!
Alright fellas… it’s time to get off the blog and open up the shop. I might check in again if we don’t have much business… it’s rainy and dreary today, so who knows? Have a good afternoon, all. Go Raiders!
April 26th, 2010 at 11:00 am
the only 330 lb NT we have is Kellen Heard. But I dont think we will be running a 3-4 as often as some people think. All the new personnel where upgrades, rather than system overhauls.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:02 am
Every good 43 has the zero shade/1 tech to clog up the g/c so the mlb can make tackles. the 3 tech has the disrupt the off role. We need the the big hog to tie up that c/g so the rookie can make tackles
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An example of that team in the NFL is ….
Outside of Minnesota, I can’t think of one.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:04 am
hey guys,
if the coaching staff feels that undrafted rookie Kellen Heard is a starter quality nose tackle, then i’ll bite my tongue and ask for forgiveness …
if he’s another Terdell Sands, we’re screwed!
April 26th, 2010 at 11:04 am
The best thing I see from some of the D debate is that no one here is sure what scheme is to be implemented with regards to D-line and LBs.
Good.
Keeping opposing offenses and blog contributors off-balance is a fine idea.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:05 am
lol M!
April 26th, 2010 at 11:05 am
Outside of Minnesota, I can’t think of one.
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come on Jhill. we had this discussion WEEKS before the draft and I gave you at least 8 or 9 examples (you asked for one)
getting forgetful are we?
April 26th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Lonetree,
here I am thinking it was due to the Donuts and Fried Chicken. The sad part is his entourage is prob telling Jawalrus to fck the Raiders since they are disrespecting the Chosen One.
Mark my word, another team will give him another shot though. However, dont be shocked if Al Davis figures out a way to fck with Jawalrus.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:10 am
I think JaMarcus is cut on Wednesday; he seems to ill-informed to realize that taking a paycut would give him the highest possible salary for next season.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:11 am
When the bucs were good sapp was the 3 tech mcsomething was the zero shade. When our dline was good we had ted washington. I know they arent current but its an example.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:13 am
I fully expect to see Huff moved to RCB. He does have good coverage capabilities and can get physical with receivers. By moving Huff we’ll be looking at Branch & Mitchell as the safeties. Overall, a very good backfield.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:14 am
Wonder just how much of JaTransfat’s lottery winnings haven’t been spent yet.
Maybe he can get some gigs with Wrestlemania to earn a few bucks.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:16 am
Lonetree,
I doubt that JR has 2 mil liquid. I think that’s a very generous estimate.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:16 am
And yes, I logged back in on the iMac because I’m bored.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:16 am
No one gets a tattoo at 2pm on a Monday, anyway.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:18 am
Think Al is warming up the overhead projector for a JaM session?
April 26th, 2010 at 11:30 am
I feel like a big weight has been lifted from my football shoulders (about 300 lbs worth!).
This team finally looks as though it is headed in the right direction.
An 8-8 season would be great for these guys and another solid draft next year could have the Raiders in a spot to compete with the big boys.
Think about this….
Murphy and DHB/Schilens out wide, Jacoby Ford in the slot, Miller at TE, McFadden in the backfield, and Campbell at QB.
That is a ton of speed. This offense should create mismatches and score points.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:30 am
Firesale: Custom Oakland Hills home – $3 million home in Oakland. The home offers over 5800 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, 4-car garage, 4 fireplaces, large game room, wet bar, and bay views.
Must sell quickly $1M or best offer. Owner leaving town next week for the Southlands.
http://www.sportshometribune.com/images/jarus1fin2.JPG
April 26th, 2010 at 11:46 am
come on Jhill. we had this discussion WEEKS before the draft and I gave you at least 8 or 9 examples (you asked for one)
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I think the only other 4-3 team you named was the one who JUST CUT big John Henderson.
Other than that, you named a bunch of 3-4 teams.
Started with me asking you who the big NTs were for the 2 SB teams Indy and Saints.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:48 am
20 yrs from now there will be an article on how a former #1 pick Jawalrus is now a security guard….y’all remember Stanley Roberts, former LSU star and NBA first round Center. He is now a security guard.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:48 am
I think the lineup on the field the most this year will be:
Matt S-Seymour-Houston
McClain-Wimbley-Scott-Mitchell
Nmadi, CJ, Huff, Branch.
Like a 3-3-5, power nickle or whatever you want to call it.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:50 am
New Raiders numbers:
Rolando McClain #55
LaMarr Houston #99
Jacoby Ford #12
Stevie Brown #27
April 26th, 2010 at 11:50 am
This dude is a pancake machine!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnMm7AcJ7RI&feature=related
April 26th, 2010 at 11:50 am
Well, as soon as Russell is cut he will officially be the biggest bust in NFL draft history. Move over Ryan Leaf, there is a new loser in town.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:50 am
4-3 NT’s
Raiders: Gerard Warren (last year)
Bengals: Domata Peko
Texans: Shaun Cody
Titans: Jovan Haye
Colts: Antonio Johnson
Jaguars: Terrance Knighton
Giants: Barry Cofield (pushing hard for John Henderson)
Eagles: Brodrick Bunkley
Rams: Clifton Ryan
Seahawks: Colin Cole
Bears: Anthony Adams
Lions: Corey Williams
Vikings: Pat Williams
Falcons: Thomas Johnson
Saints: Remi Ayodele
Bucs: Ryan Sims (may soon be Brian Price)
Panthers: Louis Leonard (was Maake Kemoeatu)
and just because you don’t know who some of these guys are, doesn’t mean they aren’t good players!
nose tackle is NOT a glamourous position. the UT & DE’s usually rack up the sacks in a 4-3 defense.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:52 am
Walter McFadden #22
Jeremy Ware #23
Travis Goethel #48
April 26th, 2010 at 11:53 am
NT is about leverage and strength. it’s a skill and sometimes size matters.
you can’t just throw any fat guy (like Sands) in the mix and expect to dominate …
I sure hope Kellen Heard pans out!
April 26th, 2010 at 11:54 am
I think people are losing sight of how much of a freak Rolando McClain is.
Parade All-American in HS. Started 8 games as a True Freshamn in the SEC, and made all SEC freshman team.
Sophomore year, started every game, was 3rd team All-American.
Third year, first-team everything, every LB award winning National Champion. (At 20 years old!!)
He still hasn’t turned 21 yet. Can you imagine how good this guy is going to be at 26 years old as a 5 year NFL vet? Holly crap!!!
Al hit a home-run, some just haven’t realized it yet.
April 26th, 2010 at 11:55 am
Good closing speed and instincts…….Could get out of position and rely on speed too much. Saw a few possible NFL penalities….Please dont be Route Jr…..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBuXMfjIHI
April 26th, 2010 at 11:56 am
So #55 is my next jersey, huh?
“Wait a minute, here’s something. Rolando…”
“The Rolando System?”
“Rolando isn’t a system, Rolando’s a MAN!”
April 26th, 2010 at 11:56 am
Cable says B.Campbell may be used at G.
He also says Lamarr Houston will be a DE
Cable blowing smoke,maybe?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
Firesale: Custom Oakland Hills home – $3 million home in Oakland. The home offers over 5800 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, 4-car garage, 4 fireplaces, large game room, wet bar, and bay views.
Must sell quickly $1M or best offer. Owner leaving town next week for the South.
http://www.sportshometribune.com/images/jarus1fin2.JPG
Please get a copy of this ad to Jason Campbell. He’ll be looking for a new home here in Oakland
April 26th, 2010 at 12:19 pm
hello….hello
April 26th, 2010 at 12:21 pm
JB Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
Firesale: Custom Oakland Hills home – $3 million home in Oakland. The home offers over 5800 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, 4-car garage, 4 fireplaces, large game room, wet bar, and bay views.
Must sell quickly $1M or best offer. Owner leaving town next week for the South.
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Is that the same house that has “The Chosen One” custom-carved on the mailbox post?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
Mjjjaaaaallllllloooo?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
Did anybody else notice last week that Jerry referred to our new third-round pick as “Justin Veldheer”?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Rolando doesnt turn 21 until december i believe.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:23 pm
For Sale in Oakland: 80×80 diamond-encrusted aquarium
previous owner: JaMoo
moving. everything must go
included: toaster/twinkie dispenser
price for both = $500 obo
April 26th, 2010 at 12:24 pm
That’s JaBustus’ home. Not sure what he’s carved where. What a waste – both the home & the individual. Truly a dumbschit. Had the world by the ballz and chose to ignore the obvious and eat his way out of the league. Adios NFL.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
JaMarcus Russell found a new way to make a living:
http://neatorama.cachefly.net/images/2008-11/sara-walrus-saxophone.jpg
April 26th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
# 4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 11:56 am
Cable says B.Campbell may be used at G.
He also says Lamarr Houston will be a DE
Cable blowing smoke,maybe?
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No, I don’t think so. Houston will be a better fit at the end, so we can kick Seymour back into the middle. Veldheer has quicker feet than Campbell, so we just might see Gallery and Campbell as the two center bookends, with Henderson and Veldheer at the tackles.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Sup fellas?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Sup fellas?
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Just chillin’ and lovin’ the fact that none of the Haters out there can really say much after this draft (far cry from last year!)
April 26th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
Houston will be a better fit at the end
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I agree with Tbone!
Houston is a former star running back, linebacker, basketball player and track athlete
April 26th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
so much for the JR jersey i got when he was drafted. i wore it like 3 times. seriously!!!! i had hope!!! i wont jinx the next guy by getting one too early. LOL!!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Sup fellas?
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Just chillin’ and lovin’ the fact that none of the Haters out there can really say much after this draft (far cry from last year!)
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Haters are needed. I need haters alot!! LOL I guess I work Janitor in Jack London lol.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
This weekend was awesome and to cap it off I got to meet Jason Campbell and Hue Jackson who are both pretty damn cool
April 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
suggestion: don’t go out and buy a Rolando McClain jersey either until we get some muscle & beef for the interior D-Line!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Hey Jerry… Can we take Kirk Morrison off the top of the page & replace with someone else??
April 26th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
Did anybody else notice last week that Jerry referred to our new third-round pick as “Justin Veldheer”?
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LOL Jared/Justin, Tomato/Tomahto… I wonder what Jared Allen would say if ole’Al called him Justin Allen
April 26th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
# Glutten for Punishment Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
so much for the JR jersey i got when he was drafted. i wore it like 3 times. seriously!!!! i had hope!!! i wont jinx the next guy by getting one too early. LOL!!!!
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Just mail the jersey to a vacant lot in Compton!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Raiders got a NT ,3rd Running Back and a damn hardcore fullback as UDFA…hope they work out….Now I have nada to complain about. The team did exactly what was needed to get out of the muck of the NFL!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
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April 26th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
# jano11 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Hey Jerry… Can we take Kirk Morrison off the top of the page & replace with someone else??
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Yeah, just put Al’s picture there — HE will NEVER die!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
# vegas raider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:14 am
Norco was saying Br!en was the one with the photo I believe.
The semi-pro’s hard at work!!!
I don’t even think Jamarcus will be there this weekend. This will be a whole new team with that cloud removed from the team.
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LOL @ semi pro………..well takes one to know one VR. You do live in Vegas and you have seen some shyt as well
April 26th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
Can we take Kirk Morrison off the top of the page & replace with someone else??
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how about new Raiders GM Danny Southwick?
he did a solid job the past week imo
April 26th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
# jano11 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Hey Jerry… Can we take Kirk Morrison off the top of the page & replace with someone else??
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Yeah, just put Al’s picture there — HE will NEVER die!
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No I’d put Zach Miller up on the page now. He has been good from Day 1. He deserves that honor bestowed upon him
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
OMFG!!!
I just watched some games that i had DVR’d of Texas and some highlights and Lamarr Houston is even more of a beast than i had originally thought. He has a great hand punch that jars the OL, is extremely fast for his size, uses his hands very well, and knows how to be effective when double teamed.
Houston>Cody no question
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
Actually, let’s put the picture back up of Bo Jackson flattening The Boz (I never get tired of that!)
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
Luckily, the J-Russ jersey I got was a $20 Target knock-off, which is pretty appropriate as it turns out.
I think Veldheer backs up Henderson and starts pushing him right away. Campbell should start at RG, just because Carlisle is like a blood-soaked, 5 day old band-aid at this point, but I am sure they would like him to be the RT at some point. If you watch his game highlights he really excels at the run-blocking.
Henderson,Gallery,Satele,Campbell,Barnes – thats not too bad all the way around. With Veldheer, Morris, Parsons and Walker as back-ups. All we need next year is a look at some new Centers.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
RR-why not wait and see what we are going to do before you continue to complain about the Def.We are not a 4-3 team,therefore we don’t actually need a big fat NT.Lets see what we are going to run.Cable said the Dlinemen would be moving around,I wouldn’t get all hung up on where guys are listed.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
# SteveAlford21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Mistabr0wn,
Bob posted it here, Brian took the pic… and it was great. Hue and Jason were just sittin there chillin, could have been discussing anything, but the key is that they were together and talking. I wonder if JaMarcus has even troubled himself to MEET Hue yet?
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Yep they were cool as hell too!!!! I raised my glass to both of them and told them how much excitement is in the air with them here. They both thanked me…I was sitting right in front of them. They were talking football and just trying to get to know each other. Campbell is for sure excited about playing with DMAC,Bush,Chaz,Miller,JLH,DHB and Murphy.
Also JC knows my cousin Marsha who was working for BET in D.C. He totally confirmed that because he use to date her friend the whole time in DC until recently
April 26th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Houston>Cody no question
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severe: please don’t compare a DE to a NT
apples & oranges bro!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
Players being converted to different spots is bad news….especially when DEs are being moved to LB like a few years back when we tried the 3-4.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
# severeraiderz Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
OMFG!!!
I just watched some games that i had DVR’d of Texas and some highlights and Lamarr Houston is even more of a beast than i had originally thought. He has a great hand punch that jars the OL, is extremely fast for his size, uses his hands very well, and knows how to be effective when double teamed.
Houston>Cody no question
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Well that is up for debate but facts are Cody aint here he is in Bmore so he isnt my concern now. Houston is about to be our DE. I guess they gonna have him lose some weight so he can be quicker off the edge. Cool I say
April 26th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
If T. Kelly would just play worth a damn, we’d be pretty well set!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:38 pm
“Houstons diversity will help his game at the next level as Oakland continues to quietly tinker on blurring the lines between positions.”
http://www.raidernationstation.com/2010_off_season
April 26th, 2010 at 12:38 pm
# BART Bridge Blues Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
Luckily, the J-Russ jersey I got was a $20 Target knock-off, which is pretty appropriate as it turns out.
I think Veldheer backs up Henderson and starts pushing him right away. Campbell should start at RG, just because Carlisle is like a blood-soaked, 5 day old band-aid at this point, but I am sure they would like him to be the RT at some point. If you watch his game highlights he really excels at the run-blocking.
Henderson,Gallery,Satele,Campbell,Barnes – thats not too bad all the way around. With Veldheer, Morris, Parsons and Walker as back-ups. All we need next year is a look at some new Centers.
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Russell’s jersey isnt even worth more than a Charmin toilet paper roll….worthless punk
April 26th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
We are not a 3-4 team-sorry
April 26th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Lefster!!!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Houston played DE his first two years then switched to DT so hopefully not much of a learning curve is needed.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
lefty12: point is, IF WE’RE GOING TO RUN A 3-4 DEFENSE (EVEN ON OCCASSION) WE’RE GOING TO NEED A NOSE TACKLE.
WE HAVE ZERO ON THE ROSTER.
as stated above, I sure hope Kellen Heard pans out!
if he’s camp fodder, we’re not going to use a 3-4 at all or not very well imo
April 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
Jmac had a twinkie dispenser?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
With Wimbley and McClain in the middle, I could see us doing some 3-4 …
April 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
vegas raider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 11:54 am
I think people are losing sight of how much of a freak Rolando McClain is.
Parade All-American in HS. Started 8 games as a True Freshamn in the SEC, and made all SEC freshman team.
Sophomore year, started every game, was 3rd team All-American.
Third year, first-team everything, every LB award winning National Champion. (At 20 years old!!)
He still hasn’t turned 21 yet. Can you imagine how good this guy is going to be at 26 years old as a 5 year NFL vet? Holly crap!!!
Al hit a home-run, some just haven’t realized it yet.
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At 20 he is prob still getting bigger.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
Damn They Suck Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
Players being converted to different spots is bad news….especially when DEs are being moved to LB like a few years back when we tried the 3-4.
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This is the next eveolution of the game.
Safety / LB / CB when they drop into the slot. LB/DE Stand up then hand down
DT/DE
Thats the way the games going and Davis is ahead of the curve.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Houston isnt losing any weight; I think Waufe, Cable and Marshall are going to run a line of 34 DE’s out there to get after the QB and seal off the run.
Houston,Kelly,Seymour,Bryant
with Shaugnessy, Richardson, Heard and Joesph seeing plenty of time as well.
..and I doubt that they will line up in that order very often. They can move any of those 4 guys to any position on the line. It will keep O-linemen off balance, and their collective strength ’should’ be enough to stop the run.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
yeah this was def. my fav. draft since i can remember. i like when the charles woodson’s are sitting there in your lap when it’s your turn to pick. hopefully my man RoMac is along those lines. i won’t get into his tendency for high tackling, lack of punishing tackles, tendency to horse-collar or anything like that…yet. lol. instead i’ll point out that the guy didn’t appear to be fooled at all, and of course we’ve all heard the consensus opinion on him from guys that no a lot more than i do.
Now can somebody explain to me why we didn’t get some DT depth?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
as Nnamdi21 pointed out to me, we did use a 3-4 defense on occassion last year with 330 lb Gerard “Money” Warren in the middle.
he’s gone now, so who replaces him? 290 Desmond Bryant?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Yeah, Im on that John Henderson Bandwagon.He’s a beast,and was better than Haynesworth in college.Wahtever thats worth.Also, wouldnt mind Hovan as a plan B if not Henderson.He upgraded that Tampa run “D” when he got there.Both Al type guys,former High 1st rd picks
April 26th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Who is the return to god guy? Does he know raider football?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:45 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
lefty12: point is, IF WE’RE GOING TO RUN A 3-4 DEFENSE (EVEN ON OCCASSION) WE’RE GOING TO NEED A NOSE TACKLE.
WE HAVE ZERO ON THE ROSTER.
as stated above, I sure hope Kellen Heard pans out!
if he’s camp fodder, we’re not going to use a 3-4 at all or not very well imo
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Fuk the 3-4….let’s have a big attacking 4-3 base with different alignments. I say blitz out of 4-3 like saints did under Greg Williams last year. Hopefully that is the plan. It is a copycat league right?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:45 pm
Damn They Suck Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Houston played DE his first two years then switched to DT so hopefully not much of a learning curve is needed.
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Played DE in HS too and did well his 1st 2 yrs at DE in colege. Hurt his foot the 1st year they converted him to DT but played nyway. It slowed his growth at DT.
It’ll be interesting to see what Cable’s got going and how Houston does.
Stout DE edges will force alot of runs back inside to McClain and co. is the plan it seems.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
RR-I doubt we see much 3-4 on 1st or 2nd down which are the downs where we’d really need the type of NT you are referring to.Kelly and Seymour/Bryant in the middle on early downs is pretty good.Remember,Kelly is about 330.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
272. Could be…
April 26th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Who is the return to god guy? Does he know raider football?
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For all you losers who talk trash on me……..the post you just saw right here is my FATHER! No BS! I’m a 3rd Generation Raider and my grandpa who goes to games as well…ask Norco bob……..is the 1st Generation Raider who was there from Kezar to Laney College to the Oakland Coliseum…The Raiders isnt a game to my family
April 26th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
# stoopidmike Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Yeah, Im on that John Henderson Bandwagon.He’s a beast,and was better than Haynesworth in college.Wahtever thats worth.Also, wouldnt mind Hovan as a plan B if not Henderson.He upgraded that Tampa run “D” when he got there.Both Al type guys,former High 1st rd picks
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John Henderson can damn sure come to Oakland!!! He is a beast he’s a dog he is a mufukin problem ok you’re a goon but what’s a goon to a goblin?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Hey Dad answer your phone I’m bout to call you…..hot stuff I’m bout to tell ya
April 26th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Remember,Kelly is about 330
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Lefty: Kelly is 300. Seymour is 310
both are 4-3 UT or 3-4 DE types.
neither is a nose tackle
April 26th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
# lefty12 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
RR-I doubt we see much 3-4 on 1st or 2nd down which are the downs where we’d really need the type of NT you are referring to.Kelly and Seymour/Bryant in the middle on early downs is pretty good.Remember,Kelly is about 330.
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Kelly isn’t 330 at all. He was 330 when he played NT for Raiders in 2006
April 26th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
New Raiders numbers:
Rolando McClain #55
LaMarr Houston #99
Jared Velheer (still unknown)
Bruce Campbell (still unknown)
Jacoby Ford #12
Walter McFadden #22
Jeremy Ware #23
Travis Goethel #48
Stevie Brown #27
You all now can get your new 55 McClain jersey
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
let’s have a big attacking 4-3 base with different alignments. I say blitz out of 4-3 like saints did under Greg Williams last year. Hopefully that is the plan. It is a copycat league right?
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ROG: hey man, thats cool by me. if Kelly & “whoever” can stop the run as well as Ayodele & Ellis in New Orleans we’ll be in business
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Houston>Cody no question
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severe: please don’t compare a DE to a NT
apples & oranges bro!
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Lamarr played the 3-technique, 5 technique and nose guard in college. He was a DT that could line up at every position on the line. In the national championship game he dominated the Bama OL and was a huge why Texas had the #1 rushing defense last year. In the senior bowl he was abusing the OG and had to be double teamed. On a few plays he made Iupati look like a bum.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
# El Tato Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
New Raiders numbers:
Rolando McClain #55
LaMarr Houston #99
Jared Velheer (still unknown)
Bruce Campbell (still unknown)
Jacoby Ford #12
Walter McFadden #22
Jeremy Ware #23
Travis Goethel #48
Stevie Brown #27
You all now can get your new 55 McClain jersey
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Who cares about numbers right now? The only number I care about is how many times we ring up Donkey quarterbacks this season!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
55 i a nice set!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
In Fact,once we cut JaMarcus,pay him is 3 mil.Leaves us with 6 mil in savings.John Henderson would play for that,no doubt.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
say good-bye, jafatass…
jack bauer has a plan for you…
jack bauer has jamarcus russell in the interrogation room… russell is tied up to a steel chair that is bolted to the floor…
Bauer: says here that you were paid 36 million dollars to play quarterback for the Oakland raiders…
says here you thought the money was for free…
says here you never even tried…
Bauer leans in real close…
Bauer: did you know i’m a raider fan ???
here, I want you to hold this…
Russell: wha… what is it…
Bauer: it’s a bomb… but you won’t have to worry…
Russell: why is that ???
Bauer: because it’s set to go off when you give a schitt…
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
the difference is that the Saints defense doesnt stop the run, nobody runs on New Orleans for extended periods of time, becuase their offense is throwing up 40 points a game. For us, we need our line to physically stop the run, because until we give teams a reason to attack in the air, they will just keep running the ball. I hope Waufle realized this point, when he drew up this game-plan.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
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keep jlh….you trippin…he has a real qb
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
# Glutten for Punishment Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
55 i a nice set!
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Just remember though — McClain wore #25 in college … what’s the reverse of that? 52
A true MAN wore that number for us for several years; it would be an honor to see that number carried forward by somebody decent!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
let’s have a big attacking 4-3 base with different alignments. I say blitz out of 4-3 like saints did under Greg Williams last year. Hopefully that is the plan. It is a copycat league right?
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ROG: hey man, thats cool by me. if Kelly & “whoever” can stop the run as well as Ayodele & Ellis in New Orleans we’ll be in business
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you damn right
April 26th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
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keep jlh….you trippin…he has a real qb
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Watch some of last year’s game tape … Wee-Wee is expendable. We’ve got Jacoby now!
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
I stand corrected,but they could bulk him up a little like they did before.My point is with the Def. we will play(at least i think we will play),we have guys who can move around.Bart has it pegged in 272,IMO.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Why don’t we move Russell to DT?
He could easily add another 30 lbs to that frame and he would be a monster inside.
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
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hahahahaahahahaha pops u are too funny
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
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keep jlh….you trippin…he has a real qb
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Watch some of last year’s game tape … Wee-Wee is expendable. We’ve got Jacoby now!
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Game tape my ass…I go to games…did you see games last year when he had an actual qb throwing him the ball?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
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Agreed … the only “Jack” he knows is Tatum!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
BTW i will say that one of the many AWESOME things about being a raider fan is that our owner can be counted on to pony up $ and go get a F.A. that can help the team (a la Greg Ellis last year). it’ll be interesting but i don’t think this is what the DL will look like opening day.
On that note, i’m liking the pickups of Wimbley, Groves, Jason Campbell -makes the team better. That’s the bottom line. I know the jets had the hollywood offseason but there’s no shame in al’s game.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
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keep jlh….you trippin…he has a real qb
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Watch some of last year’s game tape … Wee-Wee is expendable. We’ve got Jacoby now!
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Game tape my ass…I go to games…did you see games last year when he had an actual qb throwing him the ball?
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Yes, I go to games … but I’m not the hot dog vendor!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
April 26th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
Florida Pete:
You still pizzed because we didn’t draft Jack Bauer?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Bring in Henderson and Mawae … cut JaLoser and Johnnie Wee-Wee Lee.
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keep jlh….you trippin…he has a real qb
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Watch some of last year’s game tape … Wee-Wee is expendable. We’ve got Jacoby now!
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Game tape my ass…I go to games…did you see games last year when he had an actual qb throwing him the ball?
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Yes, I go to games … but I’m not the hot dog vendor!
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Neither Am I….I’m too wasted by 12 noon
April 26th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
walter mcfadden:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBuXMfjIHI
April 26th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
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Agreed … the only “Jack” he knows is Tatum!
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Maybe tbone you need to read the post from 2ndgenraider………that is my dad you idiot!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
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This guy’s got too much time on his hands — we need to get him a date with Kate Gosselin!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
I agree lefty,BBB has it pegged in # 272
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
They need to retire #12
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Mr. Vehldeer’s jersey # 68
Mr. B. Campbell’s is # 74
according to the roster on the raider’s official website via NFL.com
omly our QB Jason Campbell does not have a jersey number.
His old number (at Washington) #17 is currently held by WR Mr. Holland.
Looks like Jonathan is going to be getting a nice expensive steak dinner this week along with the vastly improved offensive line.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
You know why he is the 2ndgenraider? cuz Grandpa is 1st gen been to the games since Kezar in SF in 1960…passed down to me…….stand down
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Bucs NT Chris Hovan gained 30 pounds this offseason and is up to 320.
He was released today and is available.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
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Agreed … the only “Jack” he knows is Tatum!
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Maybe tbone you need to read the post from 2ndgenraider………that is my dad you idiot!!!
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P.S. Go hide behind your daddy now!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
I think Gosselin’s hot lookin.
Always had a weakness for the blondes…
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
This according to Rotoworld…
Bucs NT Chris Hovan gained 30 pounds this offseason and is up to 320.
Hovan played in the 290s in the Bucs’ old Tampa 2, but will now be used to “shield” MLB Barrett Ruud. The Bucs suddenly have much more size up front with Roy Miller (310) and Ryan Sims (315) in the rotation. It should benefit Ruud’s tackle numbers. The Tampa 2 scheme is clearly becoming outdated.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
Last year I remember the Oakland Raiders stopping anyone on the ground we had Sam Adams as NT.
When we have two UTs as DTs, as we have had with Warren and Kelly, and as we will probably have in 2010, we can’t stop anyone.
Is it just a coincidence? Maybe.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
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This guy’s got too much time on his hands — we need to get him a date with Kate Gosselin!
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Naw bruh I’m cool on that BZ gimme Alicia Keys…..actually the restaurant I was at is upscale and has nice women there……I get out more than you can possibly imagine
April 26th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Hey B, I think I speak for many of us when I ask:
Jack London Square on a Sunday night? Seriously, WTF are you doing out there on a Sunday night? Doctor’s-wives hunting?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
# The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
# raidertbone Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Yes I thought so this guy does not know jack about Raider football. what is this he has a pic of Jason campbell…bull this guy please
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Agreed … the only “Jack” he knows is Tatum!
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Maybe tbone you need to read the post from 2ndgenraider………that is my dad you idiot!!!
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P.S. Go hide behind your daddy now!
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No one is hiding behind pops……its just my dad…he joined site today……taught me all I know about the Raiders….maybe you need to get under his tutelage as well and not be such a simpleton
April 26th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Nnamdi21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
I think Gosselin’s hot lookin.
Always had a weakness for the blondes…
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aw… man !!!
the woman’s had like 12 kids… 3 at a time…
you gotta have some serious wang to want to buck into somethin’s like that…
word…
April 26th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
# vegas raider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Hey B, I think I speak for many of us when I ask:
Jack London Square on a Sunday night? Seriously, WTF are you doing out there on a Sunday night? Doctor’s-wives hunting?
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Was just there catching a drink with my cousin because he was juiced about the draft and we were watching the playoff game on TV….and also my best friend works there. There were some cool looking ladies in there too my friend…this is Kincaid’s not those other square restaurants
April 26th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
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Where is the pic?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
# vegas raider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Hey B, I think I speak for many of us when I ask:
Jack London Square on a Sunday night? Seriously, WTF are you doing out there on a Sunday night? Doctor’s-wives hunting?
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But VR…I wont mind a doctor’s wife…he aint beating it right anyway…she can use a young virile buck like myself lol
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:39 am
Morning Nation!!!!
A reader who sent a picture?
That woukd be Br ien the Great…..of course
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
Kincaids is a cool spot!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
A week ago I felt pretty sure that Al was going to make us sit through the first four games with Russell starting and then Gradowski replacing him in the fifth game because we played like crap.
I’m feeling a lot better now.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
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Where is the pic?
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Jerry saw it….you got an email?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
I sometimes go to Horatios at the Marina in San Leandro…
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
# Florida Pete Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Nnamdi21 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
I think Gosselin’s hot lookin.
Always had a weakness for the blondes…
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aw… man !!!
the woman’s had like 12 kids… 3 at a time…
you gotta have some serious wang to want to buck into somethin’s like that…
word…
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Yeah, she’s got looks; but MAN, does she have issues!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
Dakota Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
Last year I remember the Oakland Raiders stopping anyone on the ground we had Sam Adams as NT.
When we have two UTs as DTs, as we have had with Warren and Kelly, and as we will probably have in 2010, we can’t stop anyone.
Is it just a coincidence? Maybe.
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the problem we’ve ahd over the past 4-5 years is that we would have 2 legit DT’s hemmed in with 2 lightweight pass rushers who couldn’t stop the run…
we ran more of a 2-5 to be honest…
but…
we line up 4 legit 300 pound run-stoppers…
there WILL be RUN STOPPAGE…
run stoppage…
that is what it is about !!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:11 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
Kincaids is a cool spot!
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Feel me? Raider players,A’s players,49er players,Giant players,Sharks players…hell last month the tall chick from the Baylor women’s team was there. Kincaids goes hard thank you
April 26th, 2010 at 1:11 pm
Raider75 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Why don’t we move Russell to DT?
He could easily add another 30 lbs to that frame and he would be a monster inside.
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You must be joking.Fatty is not physical whatsoever.He’s slow as hell.You can see him Bullrushing an O Lineman? He’s just a Seabass at QB.Big frame,thats it.Similar to Jared Lorenz,who was 280lb QB.Didnt do squat.There is NO position for JaMarcus.His only skill is throwing a football (in practice) while stationary.Only works at 1 position, the one he is garbage at.He needs to retire, move to Vegas,Blow Al’s cash at the tables….He could win that Old QB competition they used to televise in the offseason.(No defense)
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
I sometimes go to Horatios at the Marina in San Leandro…
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Wow the Marina….lol late at nite its the best spot when I was in high school to get it crackin lol
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
I’m the new guy here but what I want is for the Raiders to go back to kicking people ass on D… I mean nasty D
back in the day when teams knew they could not win in Oakland. They just want to get out of Oakland alive. We got to get teams scared again to play Oakland in Oakland. Go undeafeated at home you get into play offs
April 26th, 2010 at 1:13 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
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Where is the pic?
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Jerry saw it….you got an email?
^^^^^^^
Whats your email? I will hit you up first….
How stoked were you after the McClain pick?
I was so freakin happy and relieved more than anything. All the pics up to the Walter McFadden pick were solid IMO.
I think W McFadden is going to be a solid player.
The Raiders need to have a goal of having drafts like that EVERY year….not every 8 years!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:13 pm
Nnamdi21:
I totally agree with post#315. It should be done.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:13 pm
# 4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
4evaRaider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 9:39 am
Morning Nation!!!!
A reader who sent a picture?
That woukd be Br ien the Great…..of course
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LOL man I think its just crazy JC and Hue was there to cap off a great weekend. JC did say he couldnt wait to meet Hue and get started….radio here said he is in alameda right now!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
I sometimes go to Horatios at the Marina in San Leandro…
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Wow the Marina….lol late at nite its the best spot when I was in high school to get it crackin lol
^^^^^^^
Happy hour starts back up at Horatios at 9pm! LOL
April 26th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
I’m the new guy here but what I want is for the Raiders to go back to kicking people ass on D… I mean nasty D
back in the day when teams knew they could not win in Oakland. They just want to get out of Oakland alive. We got to get teams scared again to play Oakland in Oakland. Go undeafeated at home you get into play offs
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Damn right pops…I wanna experience what you saw in the 60s 70s and 80s dammit! This losing stuff aint right
April 26th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
RaiderRetribution Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Mr. Vehldeer’s jersey # 68
Mr. B. Campbell’s is # 74
according to the roster on the raider’s official website via NFL.com
omly our QB Jason Campbell does not have a jersey number.
His old number (at Washington) #17 is currently held by WR Mr. Holland.
Looks like Jonathan is going to be getting a nice expensive steak dinner this week along with the vastly improved offensive line.
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Not likely, all Campbell has to do is wait for Holland to get cut.Thats a certainty at this point.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
I’m the new guy here but what I want is for the Raiders to go back to kicking people ass on D… I mean nasty D
back in the day when teams knew they could not win in Oakland. They just want to get out of Oakland alive. We got to get teams scared again to play Oakland in Oakland. Go undeafeated at home you get into play offs
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Go undefeated at home, and we win the division and probably come away with a #2 seed!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
April 26th, 2010 at 1:16 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:13 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:08 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
SIGN DT JOHN HENDERSON!!
Oh and who took the photo of Campbell and Jackson at a JLS restaurant?
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DK…that was I
^^^^^^^
Where is the pic?
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Jerry saw it….you got an email?
^^^^^^^
Whats your email? I will hit you up first….
How stoked were you after the McClain pick?
I was so freakin happy and relieved more than anything. All the pics up to the Walter McFadden pick were solid IMO.
I think W McFadden is going to be a solid player.
The Raiders need to have a goal of having drafts like that EVERY year….not every 8 years!
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How stoked was I? Have you ever seen Hulk Hogan when he gets inthe ring? I ripped my damn shirt I damn near lost my mind!!!
My email? My god you know I’m hated on here I wont do that buddy…..
Yeah al has seenthe light and its an uncapped year al knows he gotta win…we done rebuilding time to take the west
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
I sometimes go to Horatios at the Marina in San Leandro…
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Wow the Marina….lol late at nite its the best spot when I was in high school to get it crackin lol
^^^^^^^
Happy hour starts back up at Horatios at 9pm! LOL
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You are a lush
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
Over the weekend Josh Atkinson of Granada High won his 100 meter race in 10.61 tying his twin brother’s (George Atkinson III) best time.
George Atkinson III concentrated instead on the 200 meters which he won.
It’s only a matter of time ladies and gentlemen, just a matter of time…
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RIP Franklin Mieuli. One of a kind.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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and a couple of nice “dishes” serving up salmon!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
Bs Dad-right on.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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For sure
April 26th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
I think alot of people are underestimating Walter McFadden. I think he is much more physical than people give him credit for. You watch his tape and he fights through the block to make the tackle…as a corner.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
without a hefty NT, teams may still be able to go up the middle of our defense, but with Lemarr Houston and Desmond Bryant on the outside, they will not be able to take it outside as often.
If Kelly, Seymour, Bryant and Houston are moving all over the line during games, it will be hard for teams to focus on a particular spot. It could work, as we have 3 pretty unique players in Kelly, Seymour and hopefully Houston. These are quick, strong, agile D-linemen that can play the run and attack the QB.
I just really hope that Kellen Heard makes the team, for those 4th and 1’s.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
# lefty12 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
Bs Dad-right on.
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Lefster how goes it man? We gotta meet at the games man….i feel like a new day is here and we are about to reclaim our rightful spot in the NFL
April 26th, 2010 at 1:19 pm
that is what we use to do back in the day. I grew up in what you guys call the black hole. Raiders would win all home games because they would beat up the other team. Now I know football has changed but winning at home in your div is the key to playoffs
April 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
# BART Bridge Blues Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
without a hefty NT, teams may still be able to go up the middle of our defense, but with Lemarr Houston and Desmond Bryant on the outside, they will not be able to take it outside as often.
If Kelly, Seymour, Bryant and Houston are moving all over the line during games, it will be hard for teams to focus on a particular spot. It could work, as we have 3 pretty unique players in Kelly, Seymour and hopefully Houston. These are quick, strong, agile D-linemen that can play the run and attack the QB.
I just really hope that Kellen Heard makes the team, for those 4th and 1’s.
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A hefty NT is most def mandatory when we play the top elite offenses. If wanna get to the postseason and win the damn thing its a no brainer. Yes I wanted a NT and we got Heard so now I’m okay. Not who I wanted originally but so damn what? I want the guy doing damn well. 355 lbs is a load!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
FANECA or HENDERSON would be GREAT pickups for this Raider team!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
alright guys. you win
we’re not adding a nose tackle and we’re not going to run a 3-4 defense on occasion (as Nnamdi21 proved that we did last year)
4-3 defense with starters: Shaughnessy, Kelly, Seymour & Houston.
regular rotation includes Bryant, Joseph, Richardson & Gunheim – injury pushes one of these guys in the starting lineup
the only new starter on the D-Line is Houston and he’s gonna elevate the run defense from 29th to Top 15 ???
April 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:19 pm
that is what we use to do back in the day. I grew up in what you guys call the black hole. Raiders would win all home games because they would beat up the other team. Now I know football has changed but winning at home in your div is the key to playoffs
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Ha and you think I know my shyt…see pops at it?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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For sure
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Oh yeah…great dishes all around….love the crab artichoke dip!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
alright guys. you win
we’re not adding a nose tackle and we’re not going to run a 3-4 defense on occasion (as Nnamdi21 proved that we did last year)
4-3 defense with starters: Shaughnessy, Kelly, Seymour & Houston.
regular rotation includes Bryant, Joseph, Richardson & Gunheim – injury pushes one of these guys in the starting lineup
the only new starter on the D-Line is Houston and he’s gonna elevate the run defense from 29th to Top 15 ???
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RRS its april not july or august…we aint done making moves yet
Hopefully the Kellen Heard guy is ready to make the team. We can use his 6′6 355 lb frame
April 26th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Man, Jerry wonders whether Russell will even show up for mandatory mini-camp?!
When Jerry, I think it was, asked Cable whether Russell would be there Cable pretty much acted like he didn’t really care.
Hey Al! You working on a case of “fired for cause”?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Fat guy in the middle. Against any kind of a hurry-up offense what does the fat guy do?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
I sometimes go to Horatios at the Marina in San Leandro…
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Wow the Marina….lol late at nite its the best spot when I was in high school to get it crackin lol
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Happy hour starts back up at Horatios at 9pm! LOL
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You are a lush
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Nah not anymore….
April 26th, 2010 at 1:23 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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For sure
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Oh yeah…great dishes all around….love the crab artichoke dip!
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My patna works the bar and is server there…..East coast Patriots fans…but thats my dawg. Real cool and knows sports….great server and will treat his customers right….holla at him
April 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
I hear ya ROG.
just hate putting our run defense in the hands of a rookie who wasn’t even drafted …
Kellen Heard, welcome to Oakland. we need you!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
# stoopidmike Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:11 pm
Raider75 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Why don’t we move Russell to DT?
He could easily add another 30 lbs to that frame and he would be a monster inside.
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You must be joking.Fatty is not physical whatsoever.He’s slow as hell.You can see him Bullrushing an O Lineman? He’s just a Seabass at QB.Big frame,thats it.Similar to Jared Lorenz,who was 280lb QB.Didnt do squat.There is NO position for JaMarcus.His only skill is throwing a football (in practice) while stationary.Only works at 1 position, the one he is garbage at.He needs to retire, move to Vegas,Blow Al’s cash at the tables….He could win that Old QB competition they used to televise in the offseason.(No defense)
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I can’t believe you typed that much trying to argue against Russell as a DT.
Of course I was joking… kind of.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
# M Lonetree Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Fat guy in the middle. Against any kind of a hurry-up offense what does the fat guy do?
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I dunno play through it….many have done it before…gotta hulk up and be a soldier
April 26th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
bruce campbell will wear 74. lets hope he doesnt play like our last 74!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
B-things are great-especially after this weekend.Now if it can just manifest itself onto the field.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
It’s a great off-season to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
Outstanding draft, one of the best in the NFL — addressing MOST needs.
If Jason Campbell beats out Gradkowski, and plays at a level better-than-average for NFL QB’s, he will be one of the best 4th-round trade acquisitions in NFL history. He has the tools, and now has a chance, to be great.
If Gradkowski clearly wins out, it means he’s obviously got “it” and we’ll all be better off for it. Grads has the mettle and ability…and his teammates think he’s got what it takes to get it done.
The players in the locker room KNOW they have a few QB’s that can get it done now.
We still have BIG NEEDS: RB, OL (especially one who can play C). And don’t forget Gallery’s bad back, surgery notwithstanding.
Fantastic job by the front office so far — this year is off to a great, promising start. Mini-camp this weekend will be full of electricity!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
YOU PEOPLE:
get ready for a healthy dose of AFC West backs at 4-5 yards per carry
April 26th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
veldheer 68
April 26th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
I hear ya ROG.
just hate putting our run defense in the hands of a rookie who wasn’t even drafted …
Kellen Heard, welcome to Oakland. we need you!
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John Henderson was another former first rounder and can help….but right now the Chiefs are hosting him…damn!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Godli,
Just post the pic of Jason and Hue online then….or at http://www.raiderfans.net
April 26th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Henderson is a pro bowl DT. You know al loves guys like Henderson…be real with yourselves…but dammit so does KC apparently
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Godli,
Just post the pic of Jason and Hue online then….or at http://www.raiderfans.net
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LOL dont want to put that email out huh?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Jerry McD — Outstanding job throughout the draft…from pre-to-post, you’ve earned your keep! Thx!!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
There’s a chance we run a hybrid D much like the Ravens do.
Hopefully Cable, H. Jackson, and Marshall all pushed hard for the change and committment to personnel.
I like the addition of 250-260+ linebackers
Much better than the 240 and below crownd we had.
There’s a chance that Isaiah Ekejuiba gets cut, WRITE THAT ONE DOWN!
Who agrees?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Raider75 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
# stoopidmike Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:11 pm
Raider75 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Why don’t we move Russell to DT?
He could easily add another 30 lbs to that frame and he would be a monster inside.
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You must be joking.Fatty is not physical whatsoever.He’s slow as hell.You can see him Bullrushing an O Lineman? He’s just a Seabass at QB.Big frame,thats it.Similar to Jared Lorenz,who was 280lb QB.Didnt do squat.There is NO position for JaMarcus.His only skill is throwing a football (in practice) while stationary.Only works at 1 position, the one he is garbage at.He needs to retire, move to Vegas,Blow Al’s cash at the tables….He could win that Old QB competition they used to televise in the offseason.(No defense)
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I can’t believe you typed that much trying to argue against Russell as a DT.
Of course I was joking… kind of.
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lol….I thought the last sentence i dropped was good….I typed alot cause once you get rolling on JaMarcus its hard to stop.Kind of like when he eats
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
DK i think i’ll just make a fake yahoo email real quick maybe lol
April 26th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
There’s a chance we run a hybrid D much like the Ravens do.
Hopefully Cable, H. Jackson, and Marshall all pushed hard for the change and committment to personnel.
I like the addition of 250-260+ linebackers
Much better than the 240 and below crownd we had.
There’s a chance that Isaiah Ekejuiba gets cut, WRITE THAT ONE DOWN!
Who agrees?
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Great post………..maybe Ike does get slashed but he plays ST so well
April 26th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
I agree Jerry does a good job. Jerry tries to sound like he’s not biased, but he sometimes sounds like a Raider fan. Am I reading wrong?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
funny that KC runs a 3-4 defense and is hosting John Henderson.
John Henderson can play 3-4 NT, but Marcus Stroud & Albert Haynesworth can’t ???
Hmmm..
getting him would open up a whole new bag of tricks for Marshall to use on D!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
# HayesDaze37 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Jerry McD — Outstanding job throughout the draft…from pre-to-post, you’ve earned your keep! Thx!!
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LOL Hayes you arent my most favorite person….but is it not a GREAT day to a be a RAIDER?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Henderson is a pro bowl DT. You know al loves guys like Henderson…be real with yourselves…but dammit so does KC apparently
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The only good that would come out of that is if KC would then cut G.Dorsey,who I would salivate over almost as much as Henderson
April 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Thanks ROG
He does play special teams exceptionally well, its hard to find good wedge busters who fly like gunners, but he is getting older and more injury prone.
Remember special teams are for youngsters
April 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
I agree Jerry does a good job. Jerry tries to sound like he’s not biased, but he sometimes sounds like a Raider fan. Am I reading wrong?
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Jerry has been up and down but in 2010 I give him credit…the posts and articles have been very good
April 26th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
jerry McDonald just sent me an email told me I’m one up on him…he hasnt even talked to Hue yet lol….but he will of course
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:23 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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For sure
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Oh yeah…great dishes all around….love the crab artichoke dip!
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My patna works the bar and is server there…..East coast Patriots fans…but thats my dawg. Real cool and knows sports….great server and will treat his customers right….holla at him
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Cool…I got a hookup at Horatios and at the A’s, Raider and Warrior games.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Thanks ROG
He does play special teams exceptionally well, its hard to find good wedge busters who fly like gunners, but he is getting older and more injury prone.
Remember special teams are for youngsters
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No thank you for being a damn good smart Raider……not a fan but a RAIDER
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
I know bro! I feel a Return to Glory. I just hope it comes together.
I hope Al is right about keeping Cable as coach.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Houston>Cody no question
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severe: please don’t compare a DE to a NT
apples & oranges bro!
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Lamarr played the 3-technique, 5 technique and nose guard in college. He was a DT that could line up at every position on the line. In the national championship game he dominated the Bama OL and was a huge why Texas had the #1 rushing defense last year. In the senior bowl he was abusing the OG and had to be double teamed. On a few plays he made Iupati look like a bum.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
RR-you seem to forget about McClain.Besides,you can’t double team everyone up front.Seymour draws doubles.So does Kelly.If,and it is a big if,Houston is the run stuffer at DE he is believed to be,that will free up the LBs to make plays at the LOS,not 5-9 yds down the field.If runs are forced into the middle and Sey and Kelly are eating up the blockers,well you get the picture.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:23 pm
# DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# 2ndgenraider Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
kinkades has the Great salmon dish…
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For sure
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Oh yeah…great dishes all around….love the crab artichoke dip!
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My patna works the bar and is server there…..East coast Patriots fans…but thats my dawg. Real cool and knows sports….great server and will treat his customers right….holla at him
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Cool…I got a hookup at Horatios and at the A’s, Raider and Warrior games.
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Man one of these days FUK WIT ME DAWG…come to the tailgate…Norco Bob and I would love to meet you as well as others
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
I know bro! I feel a Return to Glory. I just hope it comes together.
I hope Al is right about keeping Cable as coach.
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Well talking to Thomas Howard last year at Chili’s he tells me the players really like Cable alot…he told me he is obviously an Olineman lol
April 26th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
No thank you for being a damn good smart Raider……not a fan but a RAIDER
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Hell yeah, I’ll toast to that! You like-wise!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
# lefty12 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
RR-you seem to forget about McClain.Besides,you can’t double team everyone up front.Seymour draws doubles.So does Kelly.If,and it is a big if,Houston is the run stuffer at DE he is believed to be,that will free up the LBs to make plays at the LOS,not 5-9 yds down the field.If runs are forced into the middle and Sey and Kelly are eating up the blockers,well you get the picture.
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Rolando McClain is a great player GET OVER IT
April 26th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
There’s a chance we run a hybrid D much like the Ravens do
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the Ravens had Sam Adams, Kelly Gregg and now Terrence Cody as NT for thier 3-4 defense
how does that resemble ANYTHING you’ve ever seen from the Raiders since ‘95 when we returned to Oakland?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
The Return of Godliness Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:32 pm
No thank you for being a damn good smart Raider……not a fan but a RAIDER
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Hell yeah, I’ll toast to that! You like-wise!
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Man I raised a toast to Jason Campbell and Hue Jackson last night so it was damn cool!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
There’s a chance we run a hybrid D much like the Ravens do
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the Ravens had Sam Adams, Kelly Gregg and now Terrence Cody as NT for thier 3-4 defense
how does that resemble ANYTHING you’ve ever seen from the Raiders since ‘95 when we returned to Oakland?
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Actually when Sam Adams was there when they were winning the bowl they ran a 4-3
April 26th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
severe: you like Houston. I get that
but he’s not a nose tackle. he’s a defensive end
not sure why you think adding him to the D-Line, when we already had Seymour, Shaughnessy, Bryant & Kelly (all play basically the same position) makes our defense any better against the run ???
April 26th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
# severeraiderz Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Houston>Cody no question
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severe: please don’t compare a DE to a NT
apples & oranges bro!
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Lamarr played the 3-technique, 5 technique and nose guard in college. He was a DT that could line up at every position on the line. In the national championship game he dominated the Bama OL and was a huge why Texas had the #1 rushing defense last year. In the senior bowl he was abusing the OG and had to be double teamed. On a few plays he made Iupati look like a bum.
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I wasnt on board with Lamarr at first becuz I was pissed no Cody lol…water under the bridge the guy is a rookie for my favorite thing to follow inthe world. I got his back. He will be our DE…I bet he loses some weight
April 26th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
We use the Hybrid for blitz packages only.
We use the Base 4-3, sometimes 4-6 if we move up a safety to stop the run.
Doesn’t matter 4-3 or 3-4 it takes 8 guys to plug up the box on running downs.
I like the 3-4 for blitzes because you can hide a blitz and overload one side quickly and get to the quarterback faster.
I’m just hoping. I wouldn’t run a 3-4 Base defense.
We’ll probably use “3-4″ 10 percent of the time.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
severe: you like Houston. I get that
but he’s not a nose tackle. he’s a defensive end
not sure why you think adding him to the D-Line, when we already had Seymour, Shaughnessy, Bryant & Kelly (all play basically the same position) makes our defense any better against the run ???
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Like I said we aint done yet
April 26th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
# RaiderResurrection Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
We use the Hybrid for blitz packages only.
We use the Base 4-3, sometimes 4-6 if we move up a safety to stop the run.
Doesn’t matter 4-3 or 3-4 it takes 8 guys to plug up the box on running downs.
I like the 3-4 for blitzes because you can hide a blitz and overload one side quickly and get to the quarterback faster.
I’m just hoping. I wouldn’t run a 3-4 Base defense.
We’ll probably use “3-4″ 10 percent of the time.
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Totally agree
April 26th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Raiders need to sign JOHN HENDERSON and or ALAN FANECA!
I wouldn’t surprised if Faneca ends up back with the Steelers tho…
April 26th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
Actually when Sam Adams was there when they were winning the bowl they ran a 4-3
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ROG: Sam Adams was our 4-3 NT last time we went to the Super Bowl as well.
In recent years we’ve tried to get washed up players or scrubs like Ted Washington, Terdell Sands & Gerard Warren to man the position with no success.
Think going without a big man up front actually makes us BETTER against the run? I don’t, but I guess we’ll see!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
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April 26th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
RR-try reading Houston’s profile.The 1st thing it says is he is a RUN STUFFING DE/DT.That is his strength.Why not waiting to see what happens before you constantly whine about the run Def.!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
Actually when Sam Adams was there when they were winning the bowl they ran a 4-3
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ROG: Sam Adams was our 4-3 NT last time we went to the Super Bowl as well.
In recent years we’ve tried to get washed up players or scrubs like Ted Washington, Terdell Sands & Gerard Warren to man the position with no success.
Think going without a big man up front actually makes us BETTER against the run? I don’t, but I guess we’ll see!
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Well you know RRS I wanted a fat ass to be inthe middle of the defense. I think run D is already better without Kirk and Warren there. Adding McClain helps out but we need a NT there. Hopefully Heard is ready but I’ll take John Henderson
April 26th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
Hopefully Heard is ready but I’ll take John Henderson
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thats what I’m saying …
April 26th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Raiders need to sign JOHN HENDERSON and or ALAN FANECA!
I wouldn’t surprised if Faneca ends up back with the Steelers tho…
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doubt it. if my memory serves me correctly it was a bad split!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
# lefty12 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
RR-try reading Houston’s profile.The 1st thing it says is he is a RUN STUFFING DE/DT.That is his strength.Why not waiting to see what happens before you constantly whine about the run Def.!
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Its all good brother.. He is versatile…we love it! We got JC man…do you know how people are feeling in the East Bay the last 48 hours? I been in Berkeley, Oakland and today Castro Valley seeing Raiders gear. I say RAIDERS to people and they get juiced and say FUK RUSSELL!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
clearly, Al and the coaches felt that the deficiency in the run defense was at linebacker. All three starters from last year have been replaced.
I think Seymour, Kelly, Bryant and now Houston continue to do their thing, but the difference will be McClain, Wimbley and Scott busting heads at the next level.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Why not waiting to see what happens before you constantly whine about the run Def.!
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you mean blind optimism instead of reality ???
fine.
woohoo! we got another DE! run defense solved!
better?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:47 pm
# RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
Hopefully Heard is ready but I’ll take John Henderson
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thats what I’m saying …
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RRS i know you are on your stuff…I agree with you…We got one more spot to fill for the Defense to be complete…..I believe we either corrected that or are about to real soon
April 26th, 2010 at 1:47 pm
Glutten for Punishment Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
DKnight007 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Raiders need to sign JOHN HENDERSON and or ALAN FANECA!
I wouldn’t surprised if Faneca ends up back with the Steelers tho…
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doubt it. if my memory serves me correctly it was a bad split!
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Arizona….. O-line coach from pitt Grimm
April 26th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
# BART Bridge Blues Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
clearly, Al and the coaches felt that the deficiency in the run defense was at linebacker. All three starters from last year have been replaced.
I think Seymour, Kelly, Bryant and now Houston continue to do their thing, but the difference will be McClain, Wimbley and Scott busting heads at the next level.
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I hear ya bruh…but we gotta have a fat space eater to take onthe LG and C…..its mandatory…like i keep saying hopefully Heard can fill that role or we get John Henderson
April 26th, 2010 at 1:50 pm
RRS….i feel ya man…but we got a real QB…..much is changing in Oakland…..The Oakland Coliseum will not be a place of puccis in 2010…ask the Oakland A’s
April 26th, 2010 at 1:50 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
severe: you like Houston. I get that
but he’s not a nose tackle. he’s a defensive end
not sure why you think adding him to the D-Line, when we already had Seymour, Shaughnessy, Bryant & Kelly (all play basically the same position) makes our defense any better against the run ???
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Because he is strong at the point of attack and will hold the edge, unlike Ellis and Burgess did. He and Seymour will get double teamed which frees up other defender to make plays. The NT’s job in a 3-4 his to control the middle and occupy blockers, getting double teamed is occupying blockers. You have to have an NT to run a 3-4 but he does not have to be a stud, he just has to execute his responsibilities especially when you have two stud DE’s on either side of him.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:50 pm
BBB: if the D-Line play was fine in run defense, why did they cut Warren & Ellis?
Kelly clearly hasn’t played up to his contract and Dick Seymour didn’t get the fat contract he probably expected … got tagged instead (players love that)
April 26th, 2010 at 1:53 pm
severe: i’m not going to assume that Houston (as a rookie) will command a double team like Seymour, are you?
you’re talking about a Super Bowl/Pro Bowl calibur guy vs. a rookie 2nd rounder
April 26th, 2010 at 1:55 pm
TROG
yeah i was hoping for a NT too but then i was thinking how man stud NT’s are there in the league and if they were so valuable how come Cody, Cam Thomas, Joseph, or Dan Williams go early in the draft. I am not interested in names, i want a guy in the middle that does his job.
April 26th, 2010 at 1:56 pm
DT JOHN HENDERSON IS a player worth over paying for!
Then it would open up the door for Tommy Kelly to restructure down his contract or be cut lose….next year?
April 26th, 2010 at 1:57 pm
Arent you guys freakin excited? I know MR isnt…he wants Jeff Garbage-cia back as QB
April 26th, 2010 at 1:58 pm
Pretty interesting article on Jawalrus at cbssports….
“What makes Russell unique in bust annals is that never before have we seen a quarterback literally eat himself out of a job. Such a thing is usually reserved for offensive linemen and sitcom stars. Eventually, as his weight ballooned to nearly 300 pounds, Russell had a bouncier caboose than J. Lo. Some women pay thousands of dollars to have breasts like Russell’s.”
http://www.cbssports.com/columns/story/13302006/raiders-russell-eats-his-way-up-draft-bust-list?tag=headlines;other
April 26th, 2010 at 1:59 pm
we got a real QB…..much is changing in Oakland…
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ROG: oh yeah, i’m actually pretty stoked about the offense!
new play caller, new starting QB and 3 O-Linemen added to the mix
Cable was almost as bad at play calling as Russell was at QB. Veldheer & Campbell essentially replaced Green & Pears. Parsons & Rodd will compete with Walker & Carlisle for the starting RG spot.
It’ll be interesting to see if Veldheer or Campbell can snag a starter job from the beginning by outplaying Henderson or Barnes …
no more Fargas or Walker. no more scholarships!
April 26th, 2010 at 1:59 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:53 pm
severe: i’m not going to assume that Houston (as a rookie) will command a double team like Seymour, are you?
you’re talking about a Super Bowl/Pro Bowl calibur guy vs. a rookie 2nd rounder
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After seeing what he did all last season, what he did in the N.C. game against Bama, and in these all star games against future NFL players, I’m hoping that he doesnt get double teamed. If he could have his best year in college being constantly double teamed, i could only imagine what he could do against a single blocker.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Raiders pick up Rock Cartwright..
April 26th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Old looney man Al, Cable and Waufle need to go get this BEAST to add to the middle of defense!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4cXZGkRMCY
April 26th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
CSN Washington reports that Rock Cartwright is headed to Oakland
WTF?!?!
2010 Gary Russell?
April 26th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
Report: Rock Cartwright to join the Raiders
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on April 26, 2010 4:48 PM ET
Jason Campbell will have a familiar face with him in Oakland.
Chick Hernandez of CSN Washington reports that Rock Cartwright is headed to Oakland to join the Raiders. The versatile runner can help at tailback, special teams, and on kick returns. We wouldn’t be shocked to see him play some fullback.
Cartwright played eight seasons in Washington, totaling 222 kick returns to go with 215 carries.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
TROG
I meant to say that they didnt go early in the draft
April 26th, 2010 at 2:02 pm
Cartright is supposed to be a FB per knbr.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:02 pm
RR-What is the matter are you all upset because we didn’t draft THE guy you wanted?Sorry pal,that’s life.Get over it.It could be the coaches have a plan that you just can’t comprehend.And guess what,just because it isn’t what you want doesn’t mean it won’t work.
Gotta go,later guys.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:03 pm
With Hue Jackson and Jason Campbell, we will finally het to see something we havent seen in so long. A decent screen pass. McFadden will finally be useful.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:04 pm
McClain and Houston might help the run defense, but Jason Campbell may do even more to help the run defense by keeping our offense on the field more, and by scoring more points and making teams pass against us more, which goes towards our strength on defense.
How many more times could I use the word more in this paragraph?
April 26th, 2010 at 2:05 pm
last year, our defense got in the backfield and blew up plenty of plays. it was those gashers for 10-20 yards that have killed us for years. I def. think it’ll be better this year now that Morrisson won’t be tip-toeing around blocks 12 yards before the play gets to him. McClain already plays better in a booth than Kirk ever will. but yeah, give me some DEPTH on the line. Start whoever you want, but we’re gonna need more “substance” in the trenches to make a real push i think .
April 26th, 2010 at 2:05 pm
Pretty cool having your pops share on the blog, Bree…and seems to be a good influence in that you don’t seem quite so “angry”, lol.
If you get spunky, and get close to getting banned again, now you have someone to kick ya in the ass as a wake up call
Win/win
“mafia”
sorry…couldn’t resist
April 26th, 2010 at 2:05 pm
# lefty12 Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
RR-try reading Houston’s profile.The 1st thing it says is he is a RUN STUFFING DE/DT.That is his strength.Why not waiting to see what happens before you constantly whine about the run Def.!
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http://www.raidernationstation.com/2010_off_season
He’s got work to do in both run D and pass rush but man, talk about upside.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:06 pm
2010 Gary Russell?
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405: I was thinking the same thing! haha
April 26th, 2010 at 2:07 pm
How odd is it that TJ dropped off the face of the planet the exact moment Campbell’s signing was announced, and Russell’s impending doom became imminent?
Here’s a lock bet…TJ’s copout?
tJpriest: “RAIDERS SCREWED RUSSELL. If they would have let him play behind center with the new tackles he would have led the league in yards, shoe-in for ProBowl…it’s NOT HIS FAULT!!!!!!
IT’S NOOOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!
TJ Muses of old that WON’T be coming back, lol
· priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
You ask some dumb questions Raiderman99 have you ever heard anyone say Russell is not talented?
Ray Charles can see Russell has unlimited talent. It’s just his application and maturity that they question. If you can’t see the obvious talent it wont do you any good for me to tell you.
Russell highly touted, Grads wasn’t even touted he was a small school hope he can. He’s a backup QB in anyones book. Except the geniuses in here.====
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· priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Don’t gorget we’re watching the great Gradkowski, the next Gannon.
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· priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Should we put Russell in now or later, why watse snaps on this lame?
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priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
WOW, can it get any worse this guy Grad is tooo small and to weak…………period
Cable, admit you’re a FOOL and put the kid back in there………period
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· priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Russell can be developed he’s just very young as I’ve been saying, Grads can’t carry his jock. He’s small with a weak arm. The anti-Russell, no potential.
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· priesttj Says:
November 26th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
You’ll see Russell sooner than you think. He is hands down the best QB we have anting else is ridiculous. You’ll see in the next two weeks. Russell can play and has the talent to be great. These other jokers, are just jokers.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:07 pm
Dakota Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 2:04 pm
McClain and Houston might help the run defense, but Jason Campbell may do even more to help the run defense by keeping our offense on the field more, and by scoring more points and making teams pass against us more, which goes towards our strength on defense.
How many more times could I use the word more in this paragraph?
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Great point. Spot on. That’s often understated. In fact, you could say that some defenses w/ inferior personnel “get by” that way.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:08 pm
I really can’t believe that there is STILL complaints about the running game.
CMON!
Totally agree with Lefty on this one.
Houston-Kelly-Seymour-Shaugnessy-Bryant-Groves
LIKE WAUFFLES LINES BEFORE …
They will ALL lineup at different positions during different times of the game. Why try and put a label on Seymour as a DT? He’s going to play DT and DE. Same with Kelly, Houston, and Bryant.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:08 pm
Hey AIG:
Thanks for that Mike Foreman article from post#430.
That’s some pretty funny stuff except that it happened to us.
Don’t you wish you’d written that Jerry.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:08 pm
I think Davis really enjoyed doing the exact opposite of what people thought he’d do, which of course following a logical draft plan that addressed glaring needs.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:08 pm
?
April 26th, 2010 at 2:09 pm
Who is Rock Cartwright?
That name doesn’t even ring a bell.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:09 pm
448. Now you’re gettin’ it. Diversity on D.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:09 pm
“tJpriest: “RAIDERS SCREWED RUSSELL. If they would have let him play behind center with the new tackles he would have led the league in yards, shoe-in for ProBowl…it’s NOT HIS FAULT!!!!!!” >>> i’ve officially heard everything.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:10 pm
Wassup Young B!
Minglin’ with the 2 new guys, huh?
April 26th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
Ok this is important, has anyone sent McClain game tapes to start working on yet?
Get to it Raiders!!!
April 26th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
Raiders picked up Rock Cartwright from Skins…
April 26th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
jhill Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 2:09 pm
Who is Rock Cartwright?
That name doesn’t even ring a bell.
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“Hoss” on Bonanza.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:12 pm
Rock Cartwright is a BALLER. The underappreciated team-player type every team needs. There were times that if i were a redskin fan i would been happier w/ prima-donna Portis sittin on the sideline and lettin Rock run it: similar results, less drama
April 26th, 2010 at 2:12 pm
England,
The funniest line was this one for me….Some women pay thousands of dollars to have breasts like Russell’s.
so funny but shameful that we had to put up with that crap. I almost left Al’s bandwagon over the Jawalrus issue. And I have put up with lots of craps from Al over the years, starting with Marcus Allen.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
McClain’s game seems fairly well rounded with an emphasis toward run stuffing of course.
Heres what gets me excited about him…
“He sheds blockers well to leverage the ball and understands angles to maintain proper run fits to the line of scrimmage.”
April 26th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
Ok this is important, has anyone sent McClain game tapes to start working on yet?
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Probably didn’t have to.
I’m sure he’s already looking at VY and CJ tape.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
Cartwright played eight seasons in Washington, totaling 222 kick returns to go with 215 carries.
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215 carries for 889 yards & 6 TD’s. at least he averages over 4 yards per carry!
Also has 59 catches for 555 yards & 2 TD’s …
I personally hope we use him at RB to replace Fargas and compete with Andre Anderson (rookie from Tulane)
April 26th, 2010 at 2:15 pm
Ricochet…
do you remember, you didnt understand why KoolKell was going to copenhagen…
well now there is just yet another reason, worlds best restaurant is located there…
http://www.theworlds50best.com/awards/1-50-winners
April 26th, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Heres some of McClain’s weaknesses.
“McLain only possesses adequate lateral quickness when scraping down the line against the run. Is capable in coverage but can struggle at times when asked to play man. Very sound in his reads and pursuit but isn’t a true sideline-to-sideline guy against the run.”
April 26th, 2010 at 2:18 pm
Adalius Thomas to the jets or the ravens????
April 26th, 2010 at 2:19 pm
The funiest?
“predicting what Oakland will do is like keeping Russell away from Kripsy Kremes”! LOl.
“the first quarterback ever to eat himself out of a job”! Lol.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:20 pm
Rock Cartwright is 5′8″ 218 lbs
30 years old. played FB at Kansas State University
Brad Hoover is 6′0″ 245 lbs
33 years old though … but why didn’t we get him?
do we have to have a FB that can return kicks ???
April 26th, 2010 at 2:21 pm
Cartwright is a better player than G. Russell imo. I believe he was at one time the FB for the ravens
April 26th, 2010 at 2:21 pm
NEW POST!
April 26th, 2010 at 2:21 pm
As teams start to trim the JaMarcus from their rosters, I suggest the Raiders do the same…
April 26th, 2010 at 2:22 pm
aig Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 2:12 pm
England,
The funniest line was this one for me….Some women pay thousands of dollars to have breasts like Russell’s.
so funny but shameful that we had to put up with that crap. I almost left Al’s bandwagon over the Jawalrus issue. And I have put up with lots of craps from Al over the years, starting with Marcus Allen.
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AIG, you and I have had our disagreements, I can’t even remember what they were over, something about wife beating maybe, but anyhow, the Marcus Allen thing was when I was a 14 or 15 year old kid and I just remember sitting there watching Raider games and there for some unexplained reason was my second favorite Raider (second only to Howie Long) riding the pine while the team struggled.
And then he became a KC Chief and killed us over and over again.
Al will always be a fool to me for that situation. And he hasn’t done much since to disprove my opinion of him.
The curse of Marcus Allen….in 30 years it might be up there with the Cubs/Goat thing.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:24 pm
NVM he has played his whole career in DC
April 26th, 2010 at 2:25 pm
Forgive me, I don’t understand what you mean by CY and CJ?
I want McClain studying what the Chragers, Denver, KC and everyone else we play did last year…
McClain was basically a coach in the field for the Crimson Tide and one of the reasons I’m optomistic about him.
No offense Kirk but I think he was miscast and over whelmed.
I watched the Raider run D carefully pouring over their games since Morrison took over MLB and the fact is McClain appears to be everything he simply was not.
Thats good and bad.
Kirk had the speed and skills to play better man cover and get sideline to sideline, McClain not as much.
But, through study and understanding McClain’s got “elite instincts” and through his preparation will help his brother Oakland defenders in their assignments should the athlete in them take over more than the football player.
These were all things Morrison simply wasn’t capable of in Oakland and a major reason why the run defense during his time at the helm gave up so many long runs and TDS.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:30 pm
Damn They Suck Says:
April 26th, 2010 at 2:21 pm
As teams start to trim the JaMarcus from their rosters, I suggest the Raiders do the same…
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IF he takes a pay cut Russell can stay. I really think the balls in his court.
Look, I’m a man, same as anyone and I’ve been weak and made mistakes but I for one simply could NOT take the money and run.
$30 million, $300 million, doesn’t matter.
I couldn’t live with myself and the eternal “might have beens”.
He’s young, perhaps selfish and lazy. I’ve been there too. Maybe its my age, maybe not, but never in my life but I could not walk away without trying.
April 26th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
If Jamarcus weighs 300 pounds, I think we might have found our new nose tackle.
April 27th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
bring back frantz joseph for camp, hes a thumper not a speed guy.
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