Last three practices on ice
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 at 8:10 am in Oakland Raiders.
The doctor said it was a Grade 2 sprain, although X-rays could be forthcoming if there isn’t sufficient improvement within a week.
And that’s the most accurate medical report you’ll get around here for awhile, because I was standing right there when he said it.
The sprain is mine, incurred Sunday on a walking-biking-running trail when I got too close to the edge as bikes were whizzing past and ended up turning my right ankle and tumbling into a ditch.
The Raiders would describe my absence from practice this week because of “soreness,” “just being smart” or possibly even “fatigue.”
To be fair, they’re not the only ones. Non-disclosure of injuries, or at least staying as bland and generic with the pertinent information, is a way of life in the NFL.
It’s how Luke Lawton’s “headache” morphed into a concussion, Chaz Schilens’ rest periods for his surgically-repaired foot became potential knee surgery and Darren McFadden’s “tightness” evolved into a hamstring pull severe enough to keep him out more than a week.
As for Darrius Heyward-Bey and his curious case of “fatigue,” who knows?
McFadden and Heyward-Bey could return to practice today at 3:30 p.m., according to coach Tom Cable in his conference call with Bay Area media Monday.
As for me, I’ll miss the last three practices (so no more Twitter updates) and hopefully be mobile enough to make it to the 49ers-Raiders game Saturday night. A Raiders chat is in the works for Wednesday afternoon.
Beat writer Steve Corkran will pass along pertinent information as well as news and and notes and I’ll post it here with my right foot on ice.
Jumping to a few conclusions heading into the last three practices of training camp:
– Based on Monday night’s Arizona-Tennessee game, the Raiders ought to be at least 2-1 after three games. The opener in Nashville will be rough, with an extremely difficult defensive opponent played in high heat and humidity. But the home opener against St. Louis and Sam Bradford (A.J. Feely is hurt) in Week 2 and the Cardinals in Week 3 is a nice bit of scheduling.
Both Matt Leinart and Derek Anderson struggled to complete the most basic pass. The Cardinals, without Kurt Warner and Anquan Boldin, looked lost.
– The only way to look at it regarding Chaz Schilens is that anything they get out of him should be considered a bonus. Perhaps Schilens has a quick knee scope and returns to the field injury free forever, but that’s not the way to bet. You watch Schilens when he’s relatively healthy and wonder how he could have ever lasted until the seventh round. Then you look at his injury history dating back to San Diego State and wonder no more.
Good guy, good talent, bad body.
It was a major roll of the dice when the Raiders opted not to pursue a veteran receiver.
– Check out this recent Sports Illustrated story on Jets fullback Tony Richardson and then imagine him playing in Oakland along with Michael Bush and Darren McFadden should he be “terminated.”
– Let’s see, Johnnie Lee Higgins, Yamon Figurs, Jacoby Ford, Nick Miller . . . which one do you entrust with fielding the first Tennessee punt in Week 1? The Raiders would have loved for Ford to seize the job, and he’ll make the 53-man roster, but the quad injury put him behind. Don’t be surprised if it’s Higgins simply because he’s done it before for the Raiders.
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August 24th, 2010 at 8:11 am
Raider Nation
August 24th, 2010 at 8:13 am
Let’s see, Johnnie Lee Higgins, Yamon Figurs, Jacoby Ford, Nick Miller . . . which one do you entrust with fielding the first Tennessee punt in Week 1? The Raiders would have loved for Ford to seize the job, and he’ll make the 53-man roster, but the quad injury put him behind. Don’t be surprised if it’s Higgins simply because he’s done it before for the Raiders.
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Yet I fully expect the young maker JFord to emerge…
August 24th, 2010 at 8:15 am
Jery, Hope you ankle heels quickly, and that yo are not in a lot of pain. So based on your record of 2-1, you have us losing the opener…
August 24th, 2010 at 8:15 am
– Check out this recent Sports Illustrated story on Jets fullback Tony Richardson and then imagine him playing in Oakland along with Michael Bush and Darren McFadden should he be “terminated.”
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Hell YES! But I think the only position Al thinks is below head coach might be FB….
August 24th, 2010 at 8:29 am
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August 24th, 2010 at 8:29 am
Miller returning punts though Figurs has looked capable as well. JLH is quietly becoming a possession receiver.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:33 am
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Could go for that…
August 24th, 2010 at 8:34 am
Jerry knows something we don’t?
Give Ford a scholarship! Her will be good…one day!
August 24th, 2010 at 8:36 am
JACOBY FORD HOW MANY TIMES WILL HE TAKE TO THE HOUSE?
August 24th, 2010 at 8:37 am
Get well soon Jerry.
No shame in commin’ up lame in camp.
Sounds like it’s time for some Nu-Balance Bro.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:39 am
jERRY HAS FATIQUE!!!!!!11
August 24th, 2010 at 8:40 am
when I got to close to the edge as bikes were whizzing past and ended up turning my right ankle and tumbling into a ditch.
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Would have been damn funny to see.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:42 am
It was a major roll of the dice when the Raiders opted not to pursue a veteran receiver.T.O.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:43 am
Mods – I’m sorry for that comment about the shakewieght.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:43 am
The great semi-pro FFL draft is this Sunday!!!
Prepare to be humbled.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:45 am
Unacceptable Jerry!
Man Up!
August 24th, 2010 at 8:46 am
r8eray Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 8:34 am
Jerry knows something we don’t?
Give Ford a scholarship! Her will be good…one day!
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so are you saying JFORD is a “scholarship player??/
August 24th, 2010 at 8:48 am
Ford looked very fluid catching the ball against the Bears.
I was fairly impressed. Used his hands, instead of chest, stomach and elbows like DHB.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:48 am
Jerry has written us off for the season opener against Tennesee:
“Based on Monday night’s Arizona-Tennessee game, the Raiders ought to be at least 2-1 after three games. The opener in Nashville will be rough, with an extremely difficult defensive opponent played in high heat and humidity.”
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Like I been saying…We fix the offensive line starting with center to Right Tackle, we win the division and have a chance to actually see more than one playoff game.
WE go into the season with Satele, Carlisle, and Walker, in that order, and we go 8-8.
Take that to the bank and cash it.
Like I said,
August 24th, 2010 at 8:48 am
JFORD <——- Is a MAKER… Put him in the game he will make plays…No scholarship needed, as he is a bonafide footballer…
August 24th, 2010 at 8:49 am
Poor Jerry – Ridin’ the Pine
‘Aight then, see y’all over at Vittorio’s…
August 24th, 2010 at 8:49 am
1. Louis Murphy
2. DHB
3. JLH
4. Ford??
August 24th, 2010 at 8:49 am
Didn’t mean to say “Like I said” at the end. That was a typo,lol
August 24th, 2010 at 8:51 am
Borrow Mr. Davis’ scooter and get out there McDonald!!
August 24th, 2010 at 8:53 am
At this point I feel it is a luxury to get any wide receiver “star” because if Campbell doesnt have sufficient protection, it won’t matter if he had Randy Moss and Jerry Rice in their primes.
We need a very good center and RT. Walker can be moved inside to RG. That is where he had enough success last year to be brought back this year.
Until we address those issues we will not be a strong contender for the playoffs.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:53 am
the510 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 8:51 am
Borrow Mr. Davis’ scooter and get out there McDonald!!
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Exactly!
Move Davis outta his golf cart, or better yet watch practice with him!
Vittorio’s stuff is lackluster at best, He usually retweets Jerry’s stuff, lol.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:54 am
r8eray Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 8:49 am
1. Louis Murphy
2. DHB
3. JLH
4. Ford??
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I am okay with your depth chart for now…Listing vets ahead of the young maker, thats how it should be, however JFORD will emerge as being someone who makes plays. A real footballer….
August 24th, 2010 at 8:54 am
I must of mis read jerry post! it sounded like ford was not gonna make the cut!
so what im trying to say is….if they plan on cutting him, give him a scholarship. theres a whole lot of players that have not done squat and are still on the roster!!!
give the kid an opportunity!
August 24th, 2010 at 8:55 am
Chaz would be the guy who would have to be wondering if he will make the team if this were my squad. The dude can’t be relied on because he is always hurt. He’s basically wasting a WR spot on the roster unless he can stay healthy. he cant.
August 24th, 2010 at 8:56 am
At this point I feel it is a luxury to get any wide receiver “star” because if Campbell doesnt have sufficient protection, it won’t matter if he had Randy Moss and Jerry Rice in their primes.
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Campbell gets the ball out quickly, so I don’t think the protection will be a problem, so to speak. Yes, he’s going to take some sacks as do all NFL QBs.
Bush, DMac, Miller, Murphy, JLH, DHB, and Ford will provide us plenty of bullets to get to 17-24 pts per game!
August 24th, 2010 at 8:59 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 8:48 am
Ford looked very fluid catching the ball against the Bears.
I was fairly impressed. Used his hands, instead of chest, stomach and elbows like DHB.
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Than again, I was pretty impressed with Bruce Gradkowski last year, so maybe I am impressed to easily.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:00 am
r8eray Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 8:54 am
I must of mis read jerry post! it sounded like ford was not gonna make the cut!
so what im trying to say is….if they plan on cutting him, give him a scholarship. theres a whole lot of players that have not done squat and are still on the roster!!!
give the kid an opportunity!
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Okay I get you Bro…. I dont beleive the are planning on cutting the maker…. the coaching staff loves the kid, he had been having a really good camp up until the injury. Duly noted are his catching ability and route running and of course the speed.
I would imagine that if not for his Quad that we would have seen a lot more of him in the preseason. the quad slowed his progress a little bit, however once fully recoved we have another bonafide footballer…
August 24th, 2010 at 9:00 am
ok…I did not read it right! sorry…
the Raiders would have loved for Ford to seize the job, and he’ll make the 53-man roster, but the quad injury put him behind..
my bad…man this is some good stuff!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:00 am
Bush, DMac, Miller, Murphy, JLH, DHB, and Ford will provide us plenty of bullets to get to 17-24 pts per game!
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Agree 100,000%
August 24th, 2010 at 9:01 am
Biggest issue we face;
1. Oline
August 24th, 2010 at 9:03 am
J,
You are kiling me bro.
You don’t think the protection will be a problem? Have you been watchng our OL play?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:03 am
just fire baby, its all good..we just want to win.
its called optimistic!
we’re tied of losing..that’s all!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:04 am
I think we will look much better than the Cardinals did against the Titans.
They have a well coached team, but if we can run the ball, and stop C. Johnson, we can win.
Arizona held them to 10 points in the first half, and I think our Defense looks better than them.
If Arizona had any Offensive success, it was on the outside. The Trite-uns Defense was shutting down the middle of the field. I predict a good low-scoring battle.
Go Raiders!!!
1-0
August 24th, 2010 at 9:05 am
J,
I see it diff.
Why invest in a WR, when we can’t pass protect. Fix the OL, and then add another WR.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:05 am
zone block will have to be mastered this year!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:05 am
J Wiggle Says:
Campbell gets the ball out quickly, so I don’t think the protection will be a problem, so to speak.
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I wish I could feel as optimistic as you J Wiggle.
I keep replaying that interception he threw against Chicago.
He threw the ball outside instead of inside to Miller, and we all know that Miller is reliable.
The reason he threw the ball outside was because of the pressure he received up the middle as Satele whiffed on a double team block against the defensive tackle.
If Satele had just held the point of attack for 1 to 2 seconds longer, Campbell would have seen that Miller was turning inside and had a wide open path into the end zone.
That’s what I saw at least.
But if Big Al doesn’t do anything to upgrade the o-line, I hope you’re right and I’m wrong, I really do.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:06 am
It’s clear, Chaz has become a liability, anything we get from him is not a bonus, bonus tinme has come and gone. We need to move on, and fast, makes you wonder about the passing up of Jordan Shipley during this draft, hmmm… Raiders should be looking on the wire for a PROVEN hands catching WR, because without DHB getting preseason playing time I’m concerned, as should everyone be at this point. If there was a WR on this squad who needs the work and confidence it’s DHB. He signed the contract and took the money, now it’s time to produce and we don’t have 5 years to wait to see if you can learn catch a football ala James Jett. So, get your rear out there because Murphy won’t be able to take the punishment week in and week out without additional WR support. We have one proven got to receiver, Zac, and it isn’t enough… Ford is a question mark…
August 24th, 2010 at 9:07 am
MORNING NATION!
What Thec says I agree with. So that’s all I got today.
Thec hang in their bro.
ONE NATION!!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:08 am
J,
That’s it!!! I’m taking out my LV hand-bag (bigger than a purse).
-Pass protection is not a problem!!??!?!? Load your bags!!!! lol
August 24th, 2010 at 9:09 am
Good morning Dell.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:10 am
# Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:05 am
J,
I see it diff.
Why invest in a WR, when we can’t pass protect. Fix the OL, and then add another WR.
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Amen brotha. My point exactly. Once you fix that o-line, then it would make sense to go after a star WR.
But if we try and do it the other way around, we won’t even get maximum ROI from that receiver because the o-line is so leaky.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:10 am
Raiders beat the Titans, 19-17, Do It Baby!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Raider O
Getting ready for a meeting, hope all is well.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:12 am
what’s the word on satele?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:12 am
Pass protection had J Campbell running around, he had a few good runs, but he needs more time and better protection.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:12 am
The key to the Titans game will be getting some hits on VY and scoring 20 points.
Your not going to hold down CJ a whole lot, if he goes for 150+ yards from scrimmage, I am OK with that. He ran for over 2,000 yards and they finished 8-8, so he isn’t the be-all-end-all to their success.
VY can be a decent passer if he gets a rhythm going. Knock him around a few times, and he gets happy feet and will force throws (and hopefully turnovers).
And no matter, I don’t see us winning 14-13 or anything like that. If we score 24 points, we will either win or barely lose.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:13 am
All is well, and good luck with the meeting.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:13 am
O,
How many sacks did we give up Saturday?
I define “problem” a bit differently.
I don’t expect to not be able to win games b/c of our line. Does it need to be improved? Absolutely. Veldheer and Campbell at C and RG will take care of that.
Give it game 3 at the latest before the switch is made.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:15 am
JMac is a walking injury settlement, trade him for a Papa.
{just kidding}
August 24th, 2010 at 9:16 am
Knuckleheads fantasy offensive lines Jacksonville Jaguars – All 5 starters return for the Jags and they have Justin Smiley in the wings. Their rush block was excellent, but they need to improve their pass protection, which I think they will in 2010. Fantasy impact: another great year for Maurice Jones-Drew, and better pass protection should help David Garrard and Mike Thomas.
Kansas City Chiefs – The Chiefs O-line looked great in the second half of the 2009 season, especially blocking for Jamaal Charles. If they can keep up the rush protection they have a chance to do big things in 2010. Their pass blocking seemed to improve down the stretch as well. Fantasy impact: Jamaal Charles, and to a lesser degree, Thomas Jones are helped if the O-line can play like they did late last year.
St. Louis Rams – The team has improved their O-line, but how much of an impact they will have in the passing game is hard to say with A.J. Feeley under center. Fantasy Impact: Look for another great season from Steven Jackson.
Seattle Seahawks – We all know how bad the Seahawks O-line was in 2009, but the addition of Russell Okung immediately makes them better. They are also employing a new zone-blocking scheme. Look for improvement across the board. The could be a nice surprise this year.
Minnesota Vikings – I don’t foresee much of a change from last year, so assume no impact on fantasy production. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Green Bay Packers – No one gave up more sacks than the Pack last season (51), which is a number that should improve this year. Great news for Aaron Rodgers owners. Their rush block at 4.3 YPC was solid, but I expect a drop off there in 2010, which is bad news for Ryan Grant. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Houston Texans – Perhaps the O-line with the greatest chance to surprise. They only surrendered 25 sacks in 2009. Their big whole is at rush blocking where they had a dismal 3.5 YPC (tied for 2nd worst in the league). They improved in the second half last season, and all 5 starters return. They are young so expect improvement. Fantasy impact: Another great year for Andre Johnson and Matt Schaub, but the running game remains suspect.
Philadelphia Eagles – Not great, not terrible. They had a 4.3 YPC rush block, but gave up 38 sacks. Now they essentially have to protect a fledgling RB in McCoy, and QB in Kolb. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Washington Redskins – It will be interesting to see how Donovan McNabb does in his new digs. He goes from a team with bad pass protection to one with worse protection. They did make some major improvements this off-season though. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Pittsburgh Steelers – It’s amazing the Steelers do as well as they do given their O-line woes. Now they’ve lost Willie Colon for the season. Maurice Pouncey will help, but they’re looking at another 50 sack season. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Buffalo Bills – They had a very solid 4.4 YPC last season and their rush blocking should remain the same. Good news for Jackson, Lynch and Spiller. They allowed 46 sacks, and their pass rush will be abysmal again without a legit QB to protect. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Chicago Bears – new offensive coordinator Mike Martz will have his hands full with this O-line supporting him. Nothing exciting here, and limited depth. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Detroit Lions – No real changes here. The addition of Sims help, but they have no depth. Overall they are mediocre. Fantasy impact: negligible.
Oakland Raiders – The same starters who gave up 49 sacks last season return in 2010. The only real hope of improving on their stats is stronger QB play with Jason Campbell under center.Hue Jackson gives them reason to shout. Fantasy impact: most improved
San Diego Chargers – The Chargers had the worst rush blocking in the league last season at 3.3 YPC, and it doesn’t look hopeful for a big turn around. The pass protection gets hurt too with McNeil holding out, and Vincent Jackson out. Fantasy Impact: Be cautious with drafting Ryan Mathews too high.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers – The Bucs don’t have a terrible O-line, but they have a rookie QB, and the team as a whole is in a growing phase. They should be about the same as last season, which is last. Fantasy impact: negligible.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:20 am
ArmChair GM,
We have good RBs, but it’s hard to show their talents behind this OL. We need to fix the OL to help Campbell, HBs, and WRs.
NO OL = No passing or Rushing!!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:20 am
The Titans displayed a Stout Defense last night. I hope Hue-Jack is bringing the wood in week 1.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:21 am
If you are having a bad day, just think about those miners in Chile trapped in that small room 2000 feet below the surface with temps up to 97 degrees….they might be in there for 4 months waiting for an escape tunnel to be dug…
August 24th, 2010 at 9:23 am
J,
We didn’t give up many sacks cause Campbell was running around most of the time. He avoided 3-
4 sacks that I can remember. Had 2 big runs, and passes the other two times after making a guy/2 miss.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:23 am
# Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:21 am
If you are having a bad day, just think about those miners in Chile trapped in that small room 2000 feet below the surface with temps up to 97 degrees….they might be in there for 4 months waiting for an escape tunnel to be dug…
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Thanks Dakota…now I feel worse
August 24th, 2010 at 9:24 am
Hopefully Satele’s ankle is severe enough to require us to go get a center… and we call Kevin Mawae
August 24th, 2010 at 9:25 am
WINNER — Brace yourselves, I’m about to jump on the Raiders’ bandwagon even before it really gets rolling. The NFL preseason is all about trying to generate some momentum to carry into the regular season, and to this point, I see no team in the league that has more mojo building in August than the long-downtrodden Raiders. That’s right, the Oakland Raiders, they of the seven-year streak of 11-plus-loss seasons.
Oakland is 2-0 so far, but that’s not the most impressive part since we know preseason results easily can be skewed. The better news for the Raiders is how they’ve won their games, with both coming on the road, featuring dominating displays of defense, against teams that have 2010 playoff aspirations (Dallas and Chicago). Oakland’s 17-9 win at Dallas in Week 1 gave the Raiders confidence, because they held the Cowboys’ first team without a touchdown and limited Wade Phillips’ powerful club to just three field goals on four trips deep into the red zone.
Then against the Bears on Saturday night, the Raiders flashed another facet of their emerging defensive improvement in a 32-17 win, sacking Chicago quarterbacks six times. Five came in the first half, when both teams were still playing their starters. Newly acquired Oakland outside linebacker Kamerion Wimbley was the star of game for the Raiders, abusing Bears offensive tackle Chris Williams with an eye-opening four sacks of Jay Cutler. (Two quick thoughts on that: When’s the last time you can remember anyone amassing four sacks in a preseason game, and how about the Raiders for a change picking another club’s pocket in a trade, which it looks like they did with the ex-Brown Wimbley?)
Oakland’s defense had some issues defending the run against the Bears (174 yards on 25 carries), and Chicago’s starting offense did put up 14 points in the first half on a pair of big plays — an 89-yard Matt Forte run and a 22-yard Cutler-to-Johnny Knox pass. But the Raiders clearly have something coming together on defense, and when you factor in their improvement at quarterback with Jason Campbell, and the strong work they did with their 2010 draft class, the buzz that’s just starting to be heard in Oakland seems legit.
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don banks SI
August 24th, 2010 at 9:25 am
We are not sending you to Chile RMR. Stop dreaming!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:30 am
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August 24th, 2010 at 9:30 am
We didn’t give up many sacks cause Campbell was running around most of the time.
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So there you go. Once again, we have a legitimate option at QB that won’t just be a statue back there. The ball will come out, he’ll move around in the pocket, and we will be just fine.
Didn’t you see Bush running for nice gains?
Didn’t you see us busting nice screen plays?
Raiders 27
Titans 17
August 24th, 2010 at 9:34 am
I don’t think it is unrealistic to ask your QB to slide around in the pocket a little.
Even with the great Jets O-line, Sanchez has to make some plays on the run and outside of the pocket.
Just the way of life in the NFL.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:34 am
VIVA LA MEXICO!!!
I love Mexican women!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:35 am
I can’t wait to see the movie about the 33 Chilean miners who were trapped underground for almost half a year…and only 7 came out alive…and they were very fat, with really high protein levels in their systems…
It will be called: Alive II
August 24th, 2010 at 9:38 am
That is just wrong Lakota!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:38 am
Come Week #1 I’m not gonna lie, we have our hands full.
1. We can’t allow Young to get out of the pocket and scramble for yardage. We have to contain him.
2. Try to keep CJ to 100 yards or less.
3. Put pressure on Young and allow our young defense to make plays. Give him some different looks on D!
4. Use DMC the right way….in open space, flats, screen, wildhog, etc.
5. Run the ball 25-30 times, play smash mouth football!
6. Time management, it is important we hang on to the ball. Does not take too much time for the Titans Offense to score.
7.- 10. I’ll let you guys do the rest!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:39 am
Move around yes, but not run around to keep avoiding presure. He made great plays avoiding sacks, but how king can he keep doing that before getting beat. We need to provide our QB and RBs better blocking.
I liked the screen play a lit, but I wasn’t happy with run or pass blocking from the 1st unit.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:39 am
You don’t think 2 spoonfuls of Tuna and a biscut will prevent Alive II?
What about that space food they are going to send down in a couple of days? I think I saw that on the Jetsons years ago. Steak and eggs in a capsule. Yum Yum!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:40 am
# Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:35 am
I can’t wait to see the movie about the 33 Chilean miners who were trapped underground for almost half a year…and only 7 came out alive…and they were very fat, with really high protein levels in their systems…
It will be called: Alive II
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BOOOO! Poor taste! (literally)
August 24th, 2010 at 9:41 am
VY is TERRIBLE!
Can’t wait to see him throw 3 picks against us.
CJ2K will get his 120yds and a TD. So what!
Raiders 27
Titans 17
August 24th, 2010 at 9:42 am
“Based on Monday night’s Arizona-Tennessee game, the Raiders ought to be at least 2-1 after three games.”
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Unless Condo screws us again!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:42 am
VY = 2-time Pro Bowler
August 24th, 2010 at 9:43 am
if we keep CJ under 100 yards rushing, I will try to come watch a game in OAKLAND!!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:44 am
but I wasn’t happy with run or pass blocking from the 1st unit.
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Really?
You didn’t like the opening drive?
The next drive that led to a FG?
Bush’s big runs that enabled the coaches to just sit him after 8 carries?
The running game stalled when Notwright came into the game mayne.
Don’t know what you are expecting but all ANY NFL QB can hope for is a good 3 seconds in the pocket.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Larry Johnson and Willie Parker could both get cut
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on August 24, 2010 12:04 PM ET
Use up all your jokes about the Redskins backfield while you can, because the 2005 fantasy football All Stars may get broken up before the season even starts.
We’ve said all offseason that Willie Parker had an uphill battle to make the roster. Now Jason Reid of the Washington Post writes that it “wouldn’t be shocking” if Larry Johnson and Parker were both cut. Parker also could possibly pass Johnson with a strong preseason effort this weekend.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:21 am
If you are having a bad day, just think about those miners in Chile trapped in that small room 2000 feet below the surface with temps up to 97 degrees….they might be in there for 4 months waiting for an escape tunnel to be dug…
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Is this the same room they have DMAC hiding in?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:42 am
VY = 2-time Pro Bowler
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RRS isn’t here mayne!
VY = can’t wait to see him.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:45 am
7.- 10. I’ll let you guys do the rest!
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7- At the very least, get 6 receptions from our WR’s.
8- Win the special teams battle, and get better returns than last years misery.
9- Coach Cable not get his pants completely coached off him by Jeff Fisher. A partial pantsing is to be expected.
10- McClain will have to be better than Kirk was, on his official day 1.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:46 am
Jerry, thanks for the link to the SI story. Great read!
Really appreciate a player and person like Tony Richardson. He always did damage against us.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:47 am
J,
LMAO @ Tuna & Biscut.
ROFLMAO @ space food.
I would like to meet you when I go to Oakland. You live there correct?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:48 am
Someone wanna post the SI article? Can’t access here at the worksite…
Thanks in advance for your consideration.
Trade DMAC!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:48 am
You guys are TRIPPIN!
We have a QB now!
We will score at least 24 pts!
NOW WAY VY does ANYTHING against Houston-Seymour-Kelly-ShoNasty!
They’ll be in 3rd and long all day and VY will NOT beat us from the pocket!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:50 am
I would like to meet you when I go to Oakland. You live there correct?
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No sir!
Inland Empire in So Cal. Took me about an hour to get to Lake Jennings!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:50 am
How many fake field goals will we try in the first game?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:54 am
the only thing that VY can do is use his legs…
that is his biggest asset. I dont want to see 3rd and 15, and he runs for 17 to get a first down. some big mean fast mlb will have to spy him…
August 24th, 2010 at 9:54 am
J,
Bush had 8 carries for how many yards?
Did you see how we scored on the 1sr drive? Did you like our blocking on the GL?
Did you see Campbell run for his life a few times cause the entire pocket collapsed?
I don’t think a QB should get 5+ sec unless he is playing a bad DL, but 3-4 sec should be the AVG! We didn’t provide that, and that’s why he was running like he did.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:55 am
Why do all the brothers got to live in Oakland, Raider O?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:56 am
Viva USA and my grandparents for ditching Mexico and never looking back!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:56 am
J,
Too bad. If you come to SD, let me know bro. I have good greens, and I know great places to eat. Smoke Session!
August 24th, 2010 at 9:56 am
Mornin O, Thec, Bo, J wig, JFB, Dakota, NATION.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:57 am
Where is the East Sac playa?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:57 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:17 pm
Here are a few MR. I am waiting.
Are you serous dude, did you really just write that? LMFAO!
I am guessing you don’t have ANY experance with guys like JR. Oh wait let me guess, you have had MANY, right?
Many of us do not respect our bosses, coaches, teachers, ect… that does not mean we disrespect them, or put them down in front of others, like the whole team. Garcie had a GREAT work ethic! The hope was it would rub off on JR. It did not.
Do you think a guy like DHB, couldn’t learn from a guy like James Jett? Because they are not from the same era?
MR, di dyou play Football? Ever?
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:00 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 pm
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Many of us do not respect our bosses, coaches, teachers, ect… that does not mean we disrespect them,
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Disrespect = to not respect someone. If you don’t respect someone, you hence disrespect them. Some people are more coy than others about expressing their lack of respect for someone.
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Have you had any social interactions in the last few years?
Just because you do not “respect” someone, does not mean you ACT disrespectful to them.
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:02 pm
Raider O,
Again, whoever he brought in to watch Russell, as you put it, didn’t do their job. Russell was out getting high on codeine syrup when this person, whoever he is, was supposed to be watching him.
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Right ha ha ha ha! Cause you have never out smarted you babysitter? I used to think you had a clue MR.
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:05 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Dirty Raccoon, you can make excuses for Al’s laziness all you want. If I owned the Raiders, I would have done a lot more to save Russell. That’s just me.
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Is this your way of not answering the question, or are you just being lazy?
Have you “owned”, or “Ran” anything?
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:09 pm
Why not? If someone doesn’t respect you, it’s going to show one way or another. Are you so sensitive as to where you need people who don’t respect you to pretend they do, even when you know they don’t? I’d rather earn their respect. And the bottom line is, Jeff Garcia is NEVER going to earn the respect of someone from Russell’s background. Get a clue.
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Do you live a gated communitie? Tell me, what do you know about “people” with backgrounds like JR?
Still waiting.
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Still waiting MR.
August 24th, 2010 at 9:58 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 pm
As long as Russell was on my team, I would have had him blanketed constantly. The only privacy he would have had is in a bathroom.
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Boy that would have taught his somthing.
Respect? NO
NFL Defences? NO
Work ethic? NO
Out routs? No
Timing? No
Toutch? No
Leadership? NOOOOOO
Toughness? NOOOO
Self disapline? NOOOO
How to be a DEPENDENT? YES
How to be LAZY? YES
How to be unresponsable? YESSS
In other words, it would make him a strong armed CHILD!
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MR, your take?
August 24th, 2010 at 9:58 am
Vegas,
LMFAO
August 24th, 2010 at 10:00 am
Good morning Raccoon.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:00 am
J Wiggle Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:48 am
You guys are TRIPPIN!
We have a QB now!
We will score at least 24 pts!
NOW WAY VY does ANYTHING against Houston-Seymour-Kelly-ShoNasty!
They’ll be in 3rd and long all day and VY will NOT beat us from the pocket!
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J, we need 25+ points per game. If we’ed had 25 per game last season we would have been 12-4, and WON the Division.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:03 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:58 am
MR Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 pm
As long as Russell was on my team, I would have had him blanketed constantly. The only privacy he would have had is in a bathroom.
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Boy that would have taught his somthing.
Respect? NO
NFL Defences? NO
Work ethic? NO
Out routs? No
Timing? No
Toutch? No
Leadership? NOOOOOO
Toughness? NOOOO
Self disapline? NOOOO
How to be a DEPENDENT? YES
How to be LAZY? YES
How to be unresponsable? YESSS
In other words, it would make him a strong armed CHILD!
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MR, your take?
August 24th, 2010 at 10:04 am
Depending on how bad satele is injured our O is going to be imparied. we need to find a C, and fast to attempt to stabilize our oline, which currently is the only question mark.
1. Morris <——- Needs to improve can he handle it?
2. V <——- Rookie, but has game.
3. Mawae <——- does he have any gas?
4. Trade <——- Unlikely but you never know.
5. Pick up someone that has been cut…
Pick your poison, problem, player, producer
August 24th, 2010 at 10:05 am
Do you guys really think that Zach Miller can make the Pro Bowl in the AFC over Gates or Clark?
August 24th, 2010 at 10:06 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:56 am
Mornin O, Thec, Bo, J wig, JFB, Dakota, NATION.
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Hello Bro….
August 24th, 2010 at 10:08 am
J Wiggle Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:05 am
Do you guys really think that Zach Miller can make the Pro Bowl in the AFC over Gates or Clark?
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Clark, Yes.
Gates, prob not. Yes if Gates has an “off” year.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:10 am
The doctor said it was a Grade 2 sprain, although X-rays could be forthcoming if there isn’t sufficient improvement within a week.
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Ya got me Jerry,
I totally thought this was gonna be the Satele report when I started reading it.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:11 am
Don’t they have 3 TEs on the PB roster?
August 24th, 2010 at 10:14 am
they only have 2 TEs.
It will be hard for him to make it over Gates & DC, but there other factors that can help such as an off year or injury.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:15 am
Chad Ochocinco fined $25K for violating the NFL’s social media policy. Illegal use of the Tweets. Full story ahead on NFL.com
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August 24th, 2010 at 10:16 am
Thanks for the invite O, but I don’t travel with my 3 protectors. Wouldn’t be able to smoke with them around and more importantly me driving them around.
I don’t smoke that much anymore O. Kinda hard to be around a 5 year old and 6 month old, and all the things that go with it, and be HIGH.
I think I’m getting old man, lol.
Shoulda met you 20 yrs ago.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:16 am
Thanks for the invite O, but I don’t travel with my 3 protectors
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*without my 3 protectors.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:16 am
Time to trade for a wideout. Howard, DMcF (unless he can actually play and they USE him), Huff or Eugene, one of the FBs, a backup QB are all trade bait to anyone with too many WRs on the roster.
For the record STILL glad they didn’t get TO.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:17 am
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:14 am
they only have 2 TEs.
It will be hard for him to make it over Gates & DC, but there other factors that can help such as an off year or injury.
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Agreed, it will be tough, but Miller has what it takes.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:17 am
Or maybe some two TE sets with that Brandon Myer kid in there. He looks like a sleeper.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:18 am
Oline is our only issue… we had our starting C go down. Our right side was shaky at best… Need to plug some holes and fast…start the rookies now…
August 24th, 2010 at 10:19 am
# Thec07 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:54 am
the only thing that VY can do is use his legs…
that is his biggest asset. I dont want to see 3rd and 15, and he runs for 17 to get a first down. some big mean fast mlb will have to spy him…
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You obviously didn’t watch the game last night. I’m no VY fan but he looked extremely sharp passing last night. His passes were very accurate and zipped right in there. He didn’t need to run as his arm was doing all the talking.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:19 am
O,
I guarantee you I will be back to Lake Jennings bruh!
LOVED that place. I’ll give you some cool notice and we can meet up there.
Definitely can smoke on the lake while we try and catch some fish. My 5 year old would NEVER go out there, lol. And wifey won’t let me take the baby, so that’s a cool 4 hour “window of opportunity”, lol.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:22 am
J,
I understand bro. You are Old. lol
Congrats on the new one. I have a 3 year old, so I understand. I smoke before she wakes up, and again after she sleeps.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:23 am
Wassup DR!
25 pts a game will excite us fans, but I’m REALLY starting to swallow the batch of Kool Aid the defense is mixing up.
Our front 4 is going to win way more battles than they lose. Wimbley and Scott and DE with Seymour and Kelly on those MANY 3rd and longs will see = picks for our secondary. Our defense is going to score some points this year mayne. Trust me when I tell you!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:23 am
# Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:35 am
I can’t wait to see the movie about the 33 Chilean miners who were trapped underground for almost half a year…and only 7 came out alive…and they were very fat, with really high protein levels in their systems…
It will be called: Alive II
A man can be happy with any woman as long as he does not over cook her”
~ Oscar Wilde
August 24th, 2010 at 10:24 am
J,
Anytime bro!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:26 am
Clark, Yes.
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Really?
Indy is going to win the division and Clark will have ridiculous stats. Not to mention it’s the Colts.
Miller has to put in some work. I say he needs at least 8 TDs to have a shot.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:26 am
Wats up Raider Nation… Man the team looks good this year but like many of you have said the right side of the line looks terrible and with us having a bunch of young guys at wideout that are having trouble breaking free from the defenders it’s gonna end up coming out with alot of dump offs anf JC laying on his back..We need to get a center and a right tackle ASAP
August 24th, 2010 at 10:26 am
Hey just to let everyone, know I am just catching on to XTRA SPORTS 860 out of San Francisco. I already knew they did a lot of A’s talk, but Rick Tittle, the host between 9am-11am (I think). Does almost nothing but Raiders talk. He’s not that great of a host, as the station is pretty new and getting their feet wet.
But for those who listen to KNBR with envy, wishing they would do in-depth Raiders like they do 49ers, instead of just brushing the Raiders to the side as an afterthought. This station does just that, at least for part of the day. They even had Vit Tafur on yesterday. Maybe they can get Jerry soon, or maybe they already have! Anyways, just thought I’d share because I’m excited. I emailed Rick Tittle yesterday on my thoughts about DHB and he just did about a 10 minute segment based on my email! Well, he had nothing better to talk about I guess…haha…
August 24th, 2010 at 10:30 am
P.124
Thanks holmes, streaming it now. Thanks dude!!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:32 am
Here are my issues with our OL:
1- Walker at RT. Besides the FSs, he can’t keep up with speed of the edge.
2- Cooper is old, and he should be/ have been a backup.
3- Satele gets dominated by big NTs/ DTs.
The entire right side including the C of our OL needs to be replaced, fixed, etc…
It’s not a great idea to start 2 rookies next to each other (I like to see Campbell at RG & Veldheer at RT later), but we should play Walker at RG and play Veldheer at RT. Sign Mawae, another player after roster cuts, or trade for a C.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:33 am
I understand th concern about our Oline, but watching a lot of these other game, it’s really not that bad.
Our 1st team offense put together 3 drives that arguably should have had us up 21-0.
Murphy drops a pass on the 5 yd line that would have been a 1st down. We settle for 3.
JC half a second away from a TD to Miller. Realize it was a missed block by Satele, but we were driving and damn near in the red zone.
Yeah the Oline missed some plays, but they made some plays to. They are not going to be perfect. Campbell and Veldheer will start sooner than later and this will all be moot.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:33 am
We are 6 players away from the Superbowl, imo.
We have a very young team, so we may have the talent already at certain positions, but they just need to develop. But as of right now we need a RELIABLE and CONSISTENT…
Center
Right Tackle
Wide Receiver
Fullback
Defensive Tackle (not sure about Henderson yet)
and
Cornerback.
If we can address these needs…
AFC Championship next season.
Superbowl, the season after that.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:35 am
I don’t like the idea of Veldheer playing C. A 6′8 OT who played LT at college should play RT before he plays C. IMHO
August 24th, 2010 at 10:38 am
B Campbell will be a Beast in the NFL! he should also get a chance to compete for RT.
-Let Veldheer and Campbell compete for RT.
-Start Walker at RG.
-Keep Satele, and try to upgrade.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:40 am
Im really concerned about Dmac..I’ll admit when he was drafted I was pretty happy but thats probally because I hated the pick the year before, but man he’s gotta show me something this year. I have a little more hope for him because he really hasnt been used properly we need to run him on the outside of the tackles not between them but still he’s gotta show some spark this year.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:41 am
It’s not a great idea to start 2 rookies next to each other (I like to see Campbell at RG & Veldheer at RT later), but we should play Walker at RG and play Veldheer at RT. Sign Mawae, another player after roster cuts, or trade for a C.
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Niners are starting 2 rokies why not us…
August 24th, 2010 at 10:41 am
-We drafted an atletic freak, and we are going to play him at G?
-We drafted a LT, and now we are going to play him at C?
It just makes no sense to me, but I’m not Cable aka OL Guru aka The Fat Monkey!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:42 am
O,
We just need the best 5 blockers on the Oline. At the end of the day, that’s all I’m looking for from any Oline guy is for him to be able to block. I don’t care what position he played previously. Identify who you are suppossed to block and SIK EM!
Veldheer can block DTs and so can Campbell.
Put Barnes at RT if you don’t like Langston. But I don’t see the problem with a 350lb guy at RT who can move. I see that = 3rd and 2 conversions all day.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Jerry, for a sprained ankle try tincure of arnica.
That stuff is awesome. It kills the pain right away.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Thec,
You make a great point/ argument.
Rookies make mistakes, Campbell is real raw, so they will make mistakes. Do you want to rookies making mistakes when the game is close and we are about to score?
August 24th, 2010 at 10:44 am
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:35 am
I don’t like the idea of Veldheer playing C. A 6′8 OT who played LT at college should play RT before he plays C. IMHO
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Shows what you know, Suckeye Monkey! Veldheer is a native of what state? …wait for it… MICHIGAN.
He does not need slow down and follow the learning curve of an Ohio ex-pat Monkey like yourself!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:44 am
Kirk Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Jerry, for a sprained ankle try tincure of arnica.
That stuff is awesome. It kills the pain right away.
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I reccomend a bottle of Jack Daniels, a smoke, and a pancake.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:46 am
-We drafted an atletic freak, and we are going to play him at G?
-We drafted a LT, and now we are going to play him at C?
It just makes no sense to me,
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Well …
Henderson is playing well at LT. What do you suggest we do with him in light of us drafting a LT?
Satele is hurt and there is a HUGE need a C. That LT you drafted also happens to be able to play C and can block pretty well.
BEAST Campbell was a 4th rd pick. That’s where OGs are usually taken.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:47 am
Trade DMAC for a Tincture of Arnica!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:47 am
Campbell at guard can actually work thats if we let him pull.. The kid has amazing feet and thats a great asset for a linemen a strong fast guard pulling and sweeps actually sound smart… On the other hand Veldheer wont work at center..
August 24th, 2010 at 10:48 am
J,
-You can’t be at 3rd and 2 when he is getting a 5 yard FS penalty.
-You can be at 3rd & 2 when he couldn’t block the DE cause he is too slow on 2nd & whatever!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:48 am
Do you want to rookies making mistakes when the game is close and we are about to score?
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Nope.
Veterans either, but it happens, right?
Have seen no evidence that Veldheer or Campbell are mental midgets, so like a lot of other rookies, get them out there!
August 24th, 2010 at 10:49 am
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:43 am
Thec,
You make a great point/ argument.
Rookies make mistakes, Campbell is real raw, so they will make mistakes. Do you want to rookies making mistakes when the game is close and we are about to score?
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thats an assumption…
August 24th, 2010 at 10:50 am
Is Henderson a free agent next year?
August 24th, 2010 at 10:51 am
You can’t* be…
J,
-Mario is playing well at LT, so we keep him there.
-a lot of teams switch college LT to RT in the NFL, and we do need a RT, so Veldheer should be playing RT. Campbell can compete for RT too, and who ever loses swith to RG.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:52 am
Every player makes mistakes yea rookies tend to do it a little more but still I’d rather have them learning on the fly instead on learning on the pine…There’s only 1 way of learning football and thats gettin your butt in there and playing….
August 24th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Agree with Raider O
August 24th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Thec,
That’s true, but it’s based of facts.
We all know Rookies make mistakes, but how often and when is unknown.
I was just giving you an example to clear my point.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Walker had 1 FS penalty and zero sacks given up, lol.
CMon O!
Why does your crystal ball forecast doom and gloom. I could see if there was a history of him getting beat of constantly FS like Cornbread Green. Why don’t you actually wait for him to be a problem before you label him one.
Langston Walker provides a BIG obstacle for a DE to get around. There will be a lot of room for JC to step up with the angle the DE has to take to get around Langston. JC has already talked about just knowing where guys are going to be and obviously that working as he is able to move around in the pocket to avoid the pressure long enought to get the rock out.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:55 am
O,
what do we do at C?
You’re scenario doesn’t cover that. And please don’t say some unemployed couch potatoe is what we are looking for.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:55 am
I say let all 3 compete for RT whoever has the most fire and does the better job plays.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:56 am
I really don’t have a problem with starting 2 rookies on the OL, but it does make me worry. Since I’m already worried, then why not?! lol
I don’t think it can be worse than what we have now.
August 24th, 2010 at 10:57 am
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Thec,
That’s true, but it’s based of facts.
We all know Rookies make mistakes, but how often and when is unknown.
I was just giving you an example to clear my point.
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Again the niners are starting 2 rookies, what law says you cant???
August 24th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:56 am
I really don’t have a problem with starting 2 rookies on the OL, but it does make me worry. Since I’m already worried, then why not?! lol
I don’t think it can be worse than what we have now.
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I am terrified as this is the only thing that will hold us back…
August 24th, 2010 at 10:59 am
J,
There really isnt any1 out there at C to pick up…Theres a reason why Mawae hasnt been picked up and there really isnt any1 else…We mite have to deal with Satele until we can pick up Pouncey in the draft
August 24th, 2010 at 10:59 am
WE COULD TRADE DMAC FOR A GOOD CENTER!
August 24th, 2010 at 11:02 am
J,
-We didn’t resign him for a reason, and please don’t say money. Al never had a problem with signing players due to money.
-The Bills who have more issues on the OL than we do cut him. They must have a reason.
-he has been known to have FSs, and issues with speed around the edge.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:02 am
Sorry, the Rick Tittle Raiders hours is from 10am-12pm, not 9am-11am
August 24th, 2010 at 11:04 am
Shows what you know, Suckeye Monkey! Veldheer is a native of what state? …wait for it… MICHIGAN.
He does not need slow down and follow the learning curve of an Ohio ex-pat Monkey like yourself!
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Veldheer is also a native of the most extreme right-wing college, with an advertisment for Sean Hannity in it’s collegiate paper.
If he learns quickly, I think that should be the credit, not that he was from Michigan.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:05 am
Thec,
It may not work for The Niners. I didn’t watch their games, so I can’t tell you how they are doing?
August 24th, 2010 at 11:05 am
# Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:35 am
I don’t like the idea of Veldheer playing C. A 6′8 OT who played LT at college should play RT before he plays C. IMHO
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The game has evolved over the years and we too must evolve. Tackles (i.e. Shell) were 6′2 & 265-285#. Defensive linemen were 6′3 & 250#. Today tackles are 6′7″ & 330#. Nose tackles are 6′6″ & 340#. The day of little fireplug centers are over. The day of SuperCenters has arrived. As long as your 6′8″ center is built correctly (which Veldheer is), they can be very effective at center. The center position is one of the most important positions on the line. Why not put one of your top prospects in there if they can get the job done?
Move Walker to RG. Put Veldheer at center and quickly develop BCampbell at RT. The line of Henderson, Gallery, Veldheer, Walker & BCampbell will give us a very stout O-line. They won’t come together day 1 but there’s no better time to start than NOW! At least with that line our middle won’t be getting shoved into JCampbell’s face. Put a TE next to BCampbell to assist with blocking until he gets it on his own.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Why do people keep saying we need to trade dmac? Players that have talent take time once in a while for it to manifest. I refuse to believe that the record setting back we drafted doesnt exist at all. Sometimes you have to be patient with players. He hasnt been healthy really either of his 2 seasons. Lets give him some time and stop writing players off so fast.
I seem to recall Nnamdi stinking OUT LOUD his first 3 seasons before he started to figure it out. I know circumstances were different, but all I’m saying is lets support our players instead of calling for their heads all the time. We dont exactly have a great o-line opening up holes for him either. Look at his backup in college, Felix Jones. He has had a more impressive start to his career in Dallas, but that Dallas o-line the past few years has made him look real good by giving him freeway lanes to run through. Anyone can look good doing that… I’m sorry but I will never believe that he is a better player than DMac. Wasnt there a reason he carried his jock in college? Yeah because DMac was flat out better than him.
Patience once in a while people!
August 24th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Markice pouncey will be starting at C, why not V…
August 24th, 2010 at 11:08 am
I missed that post preppie.
Damn mich!! Damn the union monkeys!! Cut Veldheer now!! He is too stupid to play football. He is from mich!
August 24th, 2010 at 11:08 am
RICK TITLE JUST READ MY EMAIL!!!! HAHA
August 24th, 2010 at 11:11 am
I watched the game again last night and only watched the RG on every play.JC wasn’t, as some say, running for his life.Usually,the right side of the line pushed their man to the outside and back behind the QB,allowing him to step up in the pocket where there usually was no one in front of him.And while B.Campbell is a beast,he is raw.If he quickly learns some of the nuances of the position,watch out.Before his injury Satele wasn’t near as bad as some on here constantly cry about.In short,or long,JWiggle is 100% correct concerning the Oline.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:13 am
D-Mac never looks like a legit NFL runner.
Not every great back gets great blocking, you got to break a tackle every once in again and look the part.
It isn’t bloggers that are just beating on the guy. Jerry has reported many times that the wrap on him, LEAGUE-WIDE, is that he goes down way too easily.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Dont forget that Uncle Al loves to surprise us raider fans with players at the last moment…Im expecting a trade or free agent pick up before the season opener just have no Idea what position….Im hoping its not a long snapper… lmao
August 24th, 2010 at 11:15 am
JB,
That makes sense, and it also provides a quick fix without having to add players.
I like it.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:17 am
Mawae hasnt been picked up because hes the President of the Players Union… He can still perform.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:20 am
bcz24 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:17 am
Mawae hasnt been picked up because hes the President of the Players Union… He can still perform.
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Bogus……haven’t heard any repercussions of each teams’ player reps have we?
You don’t think one owner would say screw it, we are going to lock him out anyways, I will bring him in for one more year to beat the crap out of him, milk him for whatever he has left, and than slam the locked door on his face next offseason?
August 24th, 2010 at 11:22 am
So you think he goes from blocking for a 2000 yd rusher to cant play for anyone in one year?
August 24th, 2010 at 11:22 am
Bcz-if that was true,why haven’t most, if not, all union representatives been cut.Owners in this league would sign Charles Manson if they felt he could help them win.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:23 am
Sorry to say but Satele’s injury may be a blessing – as long as Cable doesn’t replace him with Morris. Today’s game almost requires immediate rookie immersion in the game. Many, if not most, college athletes drafted nowadays, have been trained in the professional ways. In a sense, their rookie days are actually their college play. They have to be ready to hit the road running when they come into the NFL. Yes, techniques will improve but the basics should already be well developed.
In our case, when need O-line rearrangement & upgrading. we have 2 new prospects available and we are in development mode. Let’s get those new kids in there and let them develop that much quicker.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:23 am
Its not like anyone has brought him in for a workout even so you cant tell me he just cant play anymore. I guarantee at 40 he is still better than any C we have
August 24th, 2010 at 11:23 am
It looks like Vegas types faster than I do.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:24 am
I think CJ2K could run for 2 thousand if he just had DHB blocking for him…lol
August 24th, 2010 at 11:25 am
And to say “why havent owners cut the teams union rep?” is silly. Every team has a union rep… if you cut him, someone else on the team becomes the union rep. Union rep is NOT the same as the Union President.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:26 am
I think his play has continually declined to the point he is a fringe starter, under 290 pounds so he can’t play anywhere but C, has been voted the leagues dirtiet player, and generally teams would rather see what else they have before settling on a 40 year old declining Union Head.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:26 am
The problem with D Mac even when he’s healthy, is that he doesn’t seem to have that “wiggle”, for lack of a better term, that most elite running backs seem to have.
If you watch Chris Johnson and even CJ Spiller, they have that wiggle, especially in their hips, that allow them to change direction on a dime, and make defenders miss.
DMac doesn’t really seem to have that. He seems to rely only on his speed. Well, that alone isn’t gonna cut it in today’s NFL.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:28 am
I’ve posted the link a million times, some computer-geek website (a non-biased) one ranked Mawae the 30th best C and worst run-blocking C in the league.
Maybe he is not THE worst, but surely they are on to something.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:32 am
I guess the true factor of Mawae’s value will be how well CJ does this year.
If the production is around the same, than obviously he was easily replacable.
If not, there’s part of your answer.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:35 am
What is funny about D.McFadden and Chaz is Besides the KC game a couple of years ago,McFadden hasn’t shown a lot,while Chaz has shown to be a good player at this level,yet most say lets cut ties with Chaz because he is injury prone.McFadden has been injured as much or more than Chaz.Not saying either should be given his walking papers,just comparing the difference between a high pick as compared to a late one.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:37 am
Chaz has missed one more game than Darren in their two years.
We will see what happens this year. As of now, doesn’t look so hot for either.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:37 am
On July 4, 1929: Al Davis was born in Brockton, Massachusetts. The Raiders owner was indcuted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992.
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:40 am
BOLD PREDICTIONS 101
(It mite just be the purple drank Though)
DHB- 38 Catches for 519 yards and 5 TD’s
Louis Murphy- 56 Catches for 800 yards and 9 TD’s
Z.Miller- 70 Catches for 850 Yards and 12 TD’s
^^^(Mostly Redzone TDs)
Campbell will have roughly 30 TD’s With a 71% passer rating
MAN MY PURPLE DRANK HAS GOT ME FEELING GOOD…i THINK IT MITE BE GRAPE KOOL-AID
August 24th, 2010 at 11:41 am
I really hope McFadden can get and stay healthy for an extended amount of time.I would love to see him get one of those screens with a couple of blockers clearing the way for him.We might see some of those 70 yd. TDs that were envisioned when we drafted him.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:43 am
Even before he played a game for the Raiders, running back Darren McFadden’s uniform number 20 was one of the top 10 best-selling NFL player jerseys in the spring of 2008, according to figures from NFLSHOP.com
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:43 am
# Just Fire Baby Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:28 am
I’ve posted the link a million times, some computer-geek website
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I’m sure they were honored to have one of the world’s elite, like you, visit.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:44 am
Move Walker to RG. Put Veldheer at center and quickly develop BCampbell at RT. The line of Henderson, Gallery, Veldheer, Walker & BCampbell will give us a very stout O-line. They won’t come together day 1 but there’s no better time to start than NOW! At least with that line our middle won’t be getting shoved into JCampbell’s face. Put a TE next to BCampbell to assist with blocking until he gets it on his own.
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Or you can leave Walker at RT, and start BC at RG where he has been playing currently…
Either way we need to get the rooks on the field asap.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:44 am
OH SORRY NOT 70% PASSER RATING BUT 70% COMPLETION RATING…GOTTA LOVE THOSE DUMP OFFS LOL
August 24th, 2010 at 11:44 am
ArmChair GM Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:26 am
The problem with D Mac even when he’s healthy, is that he doesn’t seem to have that “wiggle”, for lack of a better term, that most elite running backs seem to have.
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The only “wiggle” with DMAC is when the ball wiggles as he gets hit.
Every limb goes dead on contact, and the ball too often gets loose.
DMAC’s speed could be ruthless on screens and swing passes, if he can hold onto the ball. But Bush should be getting every carry inside the tackles.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:46 am
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Dont forget that Uncle Al loves to surprise us raider fans with players at the last moment…
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He never surprises me.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:46 am
The Raiders are a stellar 34-14-1 in hope openers in their history (entering 2009). That’s a winning percentage of .704.
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:46 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:37 am
Chaz has missed one more game than Darren in their two years.
We will see what happens this year. As of now, doesn’t look so hot for either.
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HELLO!!?!? One was a #4 pick and one was a 7th round longshot project!
We could have had Ryan Clady!
August 24th, 2010 at 11:47 am
I think it’s a really good idea that the last three practices are on ice. Everyone will have to be very precise with their footwork, play with their feet under them and with balance. No reaching and grabbing, no lunging, just solid, fundamental play.
It will also prove to be useful should we get to the playoffs and have to play one of the East Coast teams on the road. I like it.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:47 am
# bcz24 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:17 am
Mawae hasnt been picked up because hes the President of the Players Union… He can still perform.
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I thought Al had a good relationship with the PA?
August 24th, 2010 at 11:47 am
RMR
Haha if some1 ever assasinates Davis I know Who Its gonna be
August 24th, 2010 at 11:47 am
Sorry Vegas, just read the context.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:49 am
JB Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:19 am
# Thec07 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:54 am
the only thing that VY can do is use his legs…
that is his biggest asset. I dont want to see 3rd and 15, and he runs for 17 to get a first down. some big mean fast mlb will have to spy him…
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You obviously didn’t watch the game last night. I’m no VY fan but he looked extremely sharp passing last night. His passes were very accurate and zipped right in there. He didn’t need to run as his arm was doing all the talking.
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Yeah I missed the game…That makes for a more formidable opponent if he is throwing well.
I just dont want to see him taking off, running downhill unabated. The DCO will have to scheme for that as well…
August 24th, 2010 at 11:49 am
Al’s has a good relationship with Hospice
August 24th, 2010 at 11:49 am
edward teach Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:47 am
I think it’s a really good idea that the last three practices are on ice. Everyone will have to be very precise with their footwork, play with their feet under them and with balance. No reaching and grabbing, no lunging, just solid, fundamental play.
It will also prove to be useful should we get to the playoffs and have to play one of the East Coast teams on the road. I like it.
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We could really use some help on our power play too, lol. And Jano is a great goalie.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:49 am
ArmChair GM Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:33 am
We are 6 players away from the Superbowl, imo.
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LOL.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:50 am
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:46 am
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Dont forget that Uncle Al loves to surprise us raider fans with players at the last moment…
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He never surprises me.
…………………………we are looking for you to post something positive on the raiders and al davis patience running thin i am going to have to ask for a eta on that post?
August 24th, 2010 at 11:50 am
John Madden compliled a record of 112-39-7 in 10 seasons as the Raiders’ coach (1969-1978).
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:51 am
J Campbell vs Bears.
10-20, 170 yds, 0 TD, 1 Int = 58.3 passer rating.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:51 am
On April 8, 1966: Al Davis, the Raiders’ coach, was named Commissioner of the American Football League. It wasn’t long, however, until the AFL-NFL merger came about, and Davis returned to Oakland in July as Managing General Partner.
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:52 am
Lance Kiffin earned his bachelor degree in Leisure Service Management from Fresno State in 1998.
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:53 am
# DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 10:03 am
MR, your take?
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I already said it, several times. If I were Al Davis, there’s a lot more I would have done to make the Russell situation work. If you need me to give you the two primary examples that I gave a thousand times yesterday again, let me know. I don’t mind repeating myself for slow people.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:54 am
Jon Gruden attended Clay High School in South Bend, Indiana, where his father Jim Gruden served as an assistant to Dan Devine at the University of Notre Dame. Feeling he would not have a chance to play for the Fighting Irish, Jon Gruden chose not to attend Notre Dame. In April 2009, Gruden turned down an offer to become the offensive coordinator for the University of Oregon Ducks.
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 11:57 am
LMAO. The Raiders knocked Chuckie out of the NFL and all the weay back to coaching high school. As an assistant.
http://www.maxpreps.com/news/mWHwzFk1Ed-lugAcxJTdpg/jon-gruden-to-coach-high-school-football-at-carrollwood-day.htm
August 24th, 2010 at 11:57 am
Id be willing to bet Satele was below him on that list, not to mention the leadership he brings to the Oline
August 24th, 2010 at 11:58 am
J Campbell vs Bears.
10-20, 170 yds, 0 TD, 1 Int = 58.3 passer rating.
Raiders gave up 170 yds on the ground vs Bears, for the 2nd week in a row.
Sober up fellers.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:01 pm
Bo, Gruden’s most recent team was Tampa Bay. How could the Raiders have knocked him back? Gruden coached Tampa Bay AFTER the Raiders, and destroyed the Raiders in the Super Bowl. The Raiders, to this day, haven’t rebounded from that loss. So who knocked who back? Gruden has a better job now with ESPN than ANY job with the Raiders.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:02 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:58 am
J Campbell vs Bears.
10-20, 170 yds, 0 TD, 1 Int = 58.3 passer rating.
Raiders gave up 170 yds on the ground vs Bears, for the 2nd week in a row.
Sober up fellers.
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Jcambell 1 rushing TD…
2 drives that resulted in scores.
Raider D missing 3 starters…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:03 pm
Jcampbell, first 2 drives resulted in scores…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:03 pm
Preppie,
I wanted Gholston. He is from Mich, but he was smart enough to attend the Great OSU.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
The Raiders knocked Gruden out of the NFL. Fact.
Gruden’s next coaching gig is as a high school assistant. Fact.
Raider fans love the irony. Fact.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:05 pm
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:03 pm
Preppie,
I wanted Gholston. He is from Mich, but he was smart enough to attend the Great OSU.
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Which explains a LOT about his bust status in the pros. Gholston = Maurice Clarett II
August 24th, 2010 at 12:05 pm
# Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:04 pm
The Raiders knocked Gruden out of the NFL. Fact.
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That’s not a fact. That’s stupid. He coached Tampa AFTER the Raiders, and won a Super Bowl there…against the Raiders, for that matter. Tampa knocked Gruden back. His career got better after leaving Oakland.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:07 pm
Look at Jerry being all athletic!?! Sign him up, Al! His 40 time was good at one time…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:07 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:53 am
I already said it, several times. If I were Al Davis, there’s a lot more I would have done to make the Russell situation work.
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Perhaps, but Al Davis doesn’t enjoy your disgusting fetishes.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:07 pm
Preseason rating I kno I kno Preseason
Defense 8th in points scored at 13
8th in yards at 268.5
3rd in pass yards at 148.5
22nd in rush yards at 120
August 24th, 2010 at 12:07 pm
Raider Fans HATE The Real MaddenRaider… FACT
The Real MaddenRaider HATES the Raiders… FACT
The Real MaddenRaider is so miserable he would be mad if won the lottery… FACT
August 24th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
J Campbell 58.3 passer rating, Defense, 170 yds given up on the ground. (2 weeks in a row).
Pre-season. Wait till opposing coaches start game planning the Raiders.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
So Chaz Mcdonald hurt his ankle or is it Jerry Mcfadden.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
It was Dungys team
Gruden was given a gift wrapped VL
August 24th, 2010 at 12:10 pm
Maybe so, Plunkett. But the bottom line is that Gruden’s career improved since leaving Oakland. It peaked in Tampa Bay, where he won a Super Bowl. Winning a Super Bowl is the ultimate goal for any head coach, and Gruden didn’t win one in Oakland. He won one in Tampa Bay. So the Raiders didn’t knock Gruden back. They sent him to a better place. You could say Tampa knocked Gruden back, they sent him out of the league. The Raiders sent him to a better team.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:10 pm
The Raiders knocked Gruden out of the NFL. Fact.
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3839188
“A source close to Gruden said the coach was “blindsided” by the move, ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported.
The Bucs were tied for first place in the NFC South heading into December, but finished with losses to Carolina and Atlanta on the road and San Diego and Oakland at home, where they had been 6-0. One more win would have secured a NFC wild-card berth.”
August 24th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
The raiders didnt give up a 170 rush yards 2weeks in a row
August 24th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
I noticed Gruden’s Super bowl ring on the telecast last nite.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
It was Dungys team and the
Raiders booted Gruden out of the league
August 24th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
OK, Bo, the Raiders knocked Gruden out of the NFL, by sending him to a better NFL team. That makes a lot of sense.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
# Plunketthead Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
It was Dungys team and the
Raiders booted Gruden out of the league
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Absolutely. They knocked him out of the league by sending him to a better team. Makes sense.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
66 yards rushing for the cowgirls
August 24th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
“Tampa Bay was 9-3 heading into December, ready to make a Super Bowl run… then two unthinkable losses at home to San Diego and Oakland, cost the Buccaneers a playoff berth and cost Gruden a job.”
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1395805/jon_gruden_fired_in_disappointing_end.html?cat=14
August 24th, 2010 at 12:14 pm
RRRRRAAAAAIIIIIIDDDDDEEEERRRRRSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
The raiders didnt give up a 170 rush yards 2weeks in a row
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You’re right, my bad.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
Ok, I see what you’re saying. Gruden’s out of the NFL because of the loss to the Raiders in ‘08. That’s a fair point. I don’t know if it’s true, there could have been other factors. I thought you said Gruden was out of the league in the sense that the Raiders fired him, and he had nowhere to go. That’s insane. His career only got better after leaving Oakland. Winning the Super Bowl is the ultimate goal.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
We didnt give up 170 yds on the ground to Dallas?? We allowed 66yds rushing to dallas on 22 carries. Thats pretty freakin good if you ask me. 3ypc compared to the last few seasons is a HUGE improvement. Also if you take away the one breakdown against Chicago we only gave up 74yds on 24 carrys. So I see our run D as much improved so far.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Fact: The Raiders eliminated the Bucs from the playoffs, and Gruden was fired shortly afterward.
Fact: The Raiders brought Gruden into the pro head coaching world, and the Raiders took him out.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:18 pm
Its all good I had to go back and check just to make sure…. We did have desmond bryant in on that 89 yard shenanigan of a run McClain whiffed hard and Huff gave forte a thumbs up like go ahead im not gonna even bother in tryin to tackle you.. We have to stop those big play runs
August 24th, 2010 at 12:18 pm
# Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Fact: The Raiders eliminated the Bucs from the playoffs, and Gruden was fired shortly afterward.
Fact: The Raiders brought Gruden into the pro head coaching world, and the Raiders took him out.
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Last point is a little far fetched, but it could be true. I’m sure there were other factors as to why Tampa fired him. I don’t think the Glaziers harbor a grudge against the Raiders. Considering what they did to the Raiders in the Super Bowl, it’s kind of like harboring a grudge with a bug you step on.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:19 pm
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Fact: The Raiders eliminated the Bucs from the playoffs, and Gruden was fired shortly afterward.
Fact: The Raiders brought Gruden into the pro head coaching world, and the Raiders took him out.
……….your right will rmr acknowledge that?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
RMR are you a closet Buc’s Fan
August 24th, 2010 at 12:21 pm
Why should I acknowledge the last sentence, Fat Kidd? He has no way of knowing that the loss to the Raiders was the precise reason Gruden was fired by Tampa. I’m certain there were other factors. I don’t think the Glaziers spend a lot of time thinking about the Raiders, considering after Super Bowl 37, they flat out own them.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
RMR are you a closet Buc’s Fan
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Am I a Buc’s fan today?
That’s funny.
Yesterday I was a Niner fan.
Before that I was a Denver fan.
Before that a San Diego fan.
I guess today it’s Bucs.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:24 pm
Im just askin man… I know you have pure hatred for Davis but man it seems like your hatred for davis runs off in to hatred for the raiders…. Dont wanna start a computer war lmao just asked a question
August 24th, 2010 at 12:24 pm
Lets bring in Marvin Harrison…..?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
Lets trade for Hank Baskett I jus wanna see Kendra in the stands
August 24th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
Those big runs like the breakdown against Chicago, were the problem last year. Pretty good D, then they give up a big one.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Am I a Buc’s fan today?
That’s funny.
Yesterday I was a Niner fan.
Before that I was a Denver fan.
Before that a San Diego fan.
I guess today it’s Bucs.
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Translation: I am a whore.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 11:58 am
J Campbell vs Bears.
10-20, 170 yds, 0 TD, 1 Int = 58.3 passer rating.
Raiders gave up 170 yds on the ground vs Bears, for the 2nd week in a row.
Sober up fellers.
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Drew Brees had only a slightly better passer rating his lst preseason in New Orleans. It takes time for passing games to develop. More than one or two preseason games. If anyone here thinks Jason Campbell is the be all end all, they are going to be sorely disappointed. If Campbell can just be decent, we should be competitive.
As for the 174 yards on the ground, take away the one 90 yard run, and the Bears rushed for 84 yards on 24 carries or roughly 3.5 yards a carry. That is pretty good run D for a preseason game.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Purple Drank, no, I’m not a Buc’s fan.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:27 pm
You’re not on your A-game today, Bo.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
Why you guys even respond to that knucklehead is completely beyond me. I thought the Raiders had a “No Knucklehead” policy. That policy should be extended to this blog.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
But i will give it to you RMR you do have Valid points at times…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
I appreciate that, Purple Drank.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
Maybe Antonio Bryant or Matt Jones gets cut..
August 24th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:28 pm
But i will give it to you RMR you do have Valid points at times…
…………can you give dates and times for his valid points some of us missed them?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Although now that you’ve given me a mild compliment, Purple, people are going to accuse you of being me. Probably not a good move.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Man Im at work for 12 hours a day and I been waiting for a password for a month now trying to get on this blog and today I finally was able to log in…. I been reading your guys comments for awhile…>WHOAH SOUNDED ALIL STALKER-ISH lmao
August 24th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
No way we can count on Chaz “excuse me I think I just broke something” Schilens.
Hopefully the Raiders can still pick up a vet WR after the final cuts. Has anyone heard about WR Brandon Jones workout with the Raiders. Hopefully he is brought into camp.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Im not worried at all about any1 else…. Every1 is gonna have a valid point once in awhile…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
Because, see, the Davis minions in here have figured out, with their stealth detective skills, that there is only ONE PERSON ON THE PLANET who’s critical of Al Davis. So therefore, all of his critics are one person trolling this blog. Impossible that there could be two people on the planet, or more, who think Al Davis needs to retire.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
Raidertay I believe Brandon Jones already signed with the SeaChickens
August 24th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
raidertay Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
No way we can count on Chaz “excuse me I think I just broke something” Schilens.
Hopefully the Raiders can still pick up a vet WR after the final cuts. Has anyone heard about WR Brandon Jones workout with the Raiders. Hopefully he is brought into camp.
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He signed with the Seahawks…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Im not worried at all about any1 else…. Every1 is gonna have a valid point once in awhile…
or archives do not indicate any valid points from rmr so be more specific!!!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
Im pretty sure 3/4 of the people who signed the petition for the billboard last year wanted Davis to retire….
August 24th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
al davis dont need to retire he is still sharp as a tack!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
Those big runs like the breakdown against Chicago, were the problem last year. Pretty good D, then they give up a big one.
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So based on that are you saying we will have the same Defense?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
Im pretty sure 3/4 of the people who signed the petition for the billboard last year wanted Davis to retire….
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Yes, and I’m sure many of them were in here commenting. But according to people like Bo, they’re all me.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Because, see, the Davis minions in here have figured out, with their stealth detective skills, that there is only ONE PERSON ON THE PLANET who’s critical of Al Davis.
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No, there appears to be only one person who acts like their Dad was cuckolded by Al Davis. You stand out by your blind hate. Well, you and Warren Sapp.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:38 pm
# fat kidd Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
al davis dont need to retire he is still sharp as a tack!!!
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He just completes his 7th straight 10+ loss season, and his head coach is Tom Cable. He has no general manager that we know of. I don’t know if “sharp as a tack” is a fitting description.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
al davis was walking his dog the dog made a deposit on rmr lawn and now he dont like him.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Whoa there GrudenBoy. I only READ your ADMISSIONS of trolling on this blog (which you quickly deny after the fact).
I have never accused you of being all of the Davis critics. Just the most lunatic one.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
J Campbell 58.3 passer rating, Defense, 170 yds given up on the ground. (2 weeks in a row).
Pre-season. Wait till opposing coaches start game planning the Raiders.
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Campbell himself said that he was nervouse the first game. campbell also said he felt more comfortable the second game.
So are you are predicting falure?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Well, there you go, that’s two people right there who know Al has to go. Me and Warren. Sure there’s not a few other former players who think so? And who’ve alluded to such in recent memory? A certain MVP quarterback comes to mind…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
Is it just me, or is The RealMadden Raider and KoolKell the same person?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
This is where I stand on Davis…. I give him respect for doing some of the things he has done in the past and I love my Oakland raiders and truely believe in them but drafting has been off(Except for 2010 which to me is still a miracle)..Free agents signings have been off..I know not every1 makes great descions everytime but the last couple years we have had some terrible 1’s…Has ne1 actually seen Davis pull into the Coliseum He has more oxygen tanks in the back of his car then Richmond Kaiser does in the whole building…He is getting older and needs help now I think he mite be realizing that, but we truely need help in the front office and im not talking about the overpaid secretary Amy Trask
August 24th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
Bo, answer me this. Why should I take your opinion on Al Davis more seriously than Warren Sapp’s or Rich Gannon’s?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
It’s a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
Man, oh man…things are looking pretty good…no matter what the sycophants like MR keep spouting.
The running game the other night — what was available — looked solid.
Jason Campbell looked solid for the most part — especially after we started our first drive with 2 penalties in the first 3 plays…welcome to the Raiders! JC’s footwork was excellent, as was his pocket awareness. There were a few missed opportunities (like Murphy’s drop) that would’ve padded his stats…but, take away the bad idea-turned interception, and JC’s game was solid.
The O-line is doing fine as they find their identity as a unit. The young guys will be starting sooner rather than later. When that happens, the Raiders will have one of the (recognized) better O-lines in the league.
A tall Center? Not a problem…he won’t be standing straight up until the ball is fired over the middle anyway. The field is littered with 6′4″ players nowadays…one more isn’t going to tip the scales. His size advantage (not disadvantage) is something the team will use to its benefit. Doesn’t matter where it is on the field…get the best player there asap. This team is loaded with great athletes, and improvement is upon us.
The key to the Raiders O-Line this year is Gallery staying on the field…as RobG goes, the unit goes.
On D, McClain and Houston might be two of the best rookies in the NFL this year. Because he’ll be mentioned more on TV, and be “in” on more plays, I predict McClain will be in the hunt for Defensive ROY. All good for the Raiders.
One of our biggest needs — if not the biggest — coming into this season, was a capable and healthy veteran WR. Schilens can’t stay healthy…period. No matter how much we like him, he can’t stay healthy. DHB may or may not be ready to step-up his game this year…and he’s been injured this year and last, also. Murphy gets it…he’s almost all the way “there.” The jury is STILL out on JLH.
Cable got it right when he called his WR’s a developing group. In that group, there better be another kid who gets it in a hurry, like Murphy does. I’ll take occasional “rookie mistakes” all year long, as long as the kid knows how to get open and hang on to the ball. Jacoby Ford looks like he could be that guy…
Yamon Figurs needs to have a few good run-backs this week…but he looked aggressive in getting to the ball the other night. Compared to how tentatively JLH and JHolland approached the ball their first times out there, Figurs was waaaay ahead of the curve. He looks like he’s ready to explode when he gets to the ball. Jacoby Ford looks like he can explode anytime he touches the ball — very powerful for his size.
Yes, Al and company have put together a good looking YOUNG team that will be exciting to watch develop. If we can’t have more of a veteran presence in the WR corps, hopefully we can get some veteran-like numbers out of the kids we’ve got.
8-8 record = Gallery, Seymour, Nnamdi, McClain, Jano, and Lechler to the Pro Bowl! Have a better record than 8-8, and there will be another one or two on that list.
Lots to be optimistic about!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
KK,
Last years defense allowed big plays almose every game, but this D allowed one big play in 2 games.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Purple Drank, drafting is not Al’s only problem. It’s really the least of them.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Well, there you go, that’s two people right there who know Al has to go. Me and Warren. Sure there’s not a few other former players who think so? And who’ve alluded to such in recent memory? A certain MVP quarterback comes to mind
……………………………two people can not bring down the raider nation it is the most powerful force in the universe!!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
HayesDaze was just as optimistic this time of year the past 7 years, and we know how that went. Take his cheerleading with a grain of salt.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
Ignore it and it will go away.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Fat Kidd, bring the Raider Nation down from what? They’re just football fans, and aren’t recognized as much else by anyone.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Drafting to me is a huge problem..
August 24th, 2010 at 12:45 pm
280,
KK & RMR are not the same person.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:45 pm
Wasting money on washed up free agents is a terrible problem also
August 24th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
i am a raider fan like my father before me you have failed rmr i will not cross over too the darkside!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 12:47 pm
And who in the Raiders’ organization wastes this money on free agents, Purple? The man on the moon?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
You’re on the dark side, Fat Kidd.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
Al Davis’s biggest problem isn’t drafting or signing the wrong free agents, it’s him being in charge.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Al doesn’t draft well?
Who drafted all those HOF raiders and great players.
He gambles a lot on talent, but the man can draft talent.
We were always known for having talent, but we lacked coaching.
Who drafted Z Miller, Lechler, Nnamdi, Sir Charles, and Branch?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Gibril Wilson Javon Walker Deangelo Hall……
August 24th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:57 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:17 pm
Here are a few MR. I am waiting.
Are you serous dude, did you really just write that? LMFAO!
I am guessing you don’t have ANY experance with guys like JR. Oh wait let me guess, you have had MANY, right?
Many of us do not respect our bosses, coaches, teachers, ect… that does not mean we disrespect them, or put them down in front of others, like the whole team. Garcie had a GREAT work ethic! The hope was it would rub off on JR. It did not.
Do you think a guy like DHB, couldn’t learn from a guy like James Jett? Because they are not from the same era?
MR, di dyou play Football? Ever?
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:00 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 pm
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Many of us do not respect our bosses, coaches, teachers, ect… that does not mean we disrespect them,
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Disrespect = to not respect someone. If you don’t respect someone, you hence disrespect them. Some people are more coy than others about expressing their lack of respect for someone.
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Have you had any social interactions in the last few years?
Just because you do not “respect” someone, does not mean you ACT disrespectful to them.
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:02 pm
Raider O,
Again, whoever he brought in to watch Russell, as you put it, didn’t do their job. Russell was out getting high on codeine syrup when this person, whoever he is, was supposed to be watching him.
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Right ha ha ha ha! Cause you have never out smarted you babysitter? I used to think you had a clue MR.
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:05 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Dirty Raccoon, you can make excuses for Al’s laziness all you want. If I owned the Raiders, I would have done a lot more to save Russell. That’s just me.
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Is this your way of not answering the question, or are you just being lazy?
Have you “owned”, or “Ran” anything?
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DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:09 pm
Why not? If someone doesn’t respect you, it’s going to show one way or another. Are you so sensitive as to where you need people who don’t respect you to pretend they do, even when you know they don’t? I’d rather earn their respect. And the bottom line is, Jeff Garcia is NEVER going to earn the respect of someone from Russell’s background. Get a clue.
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Do you live a gated communitie? Tell me, what do you know about “people” with backgrounds like JR?
Still waiting.
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Still waiting MR.
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Still waiting.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 9:58 am
DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:56 pm
As long as Russell was on my team, I would have had him blanketed constantly. The only privacy he would have had is in a bathroom.
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Boy that would have taught his somthing.
Respect? NO
NFL Defences? NO
Work ethic? NO
Out routs? No
Timing? No
Toutch? No
Leadership? NOOOOOO
Toughness? NOOOO
Self disapline? NOOOO
How to be a DEPENDENT? YES
How to be LAZY? YES
How to be unresponsable? YESSS
In other words, it would make him a strong armed CHILD!
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MR, your take?
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Your response MR?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Gibril Wilson Javon Walker Deangelo Hall……
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Al isnt the only one who has gave these guys big $…
August 24th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
…bring the Raider Nation down from what? They’re just football fans, and aren’t recognized as much else by anyone.
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Except…RAIDERS FANS ARE RECOGNIZED BY MR…AS THE ONLY WAY TO FEED HIS EXISTENCE.
If Raiders fans aren’t so important, why would one spend a lifetime (literally, an entire lifetime) in here with them?
They must be important enough to be recognized by ONE person, at least…one MR.
HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT
August 24th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
Who drafted M Allen, Howie Long, and Bo.
Who drafted Tatum?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
Al Davis’s biggest problem isn’t drafting or signing the wrong free agents, it’s him being in charge.
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Huh?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
Who drafted McClain, Houston, Veldheer, Campbell, and McFadden?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
Feel better soon Jerry! Just got over a bad ankle sprain a few weeks ago took 2 months to heal up.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:56 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Drafting to me is a huge problem..
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Our 1st rounders hve been bad. Our later round guys have been pretty good.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Who was the 1st to hire an AA/black coach?
Who the 1st to hire a Mexican/ Latino HC?
How many other GMs are in the HOF?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
RMR are you a closet Buc’s Fan
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Am I a Buc’s fan today?
That’s funny.
Yesterday I was a Niner fan.
Before that I was a Denver fan.
Before that a San Diego fan.
I guess today it’s Bucs.
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Dude, you ARE a RAIDER fan. You can not hide it.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
JMcD will be alright. He can still keep up with McFadden, Schilens, and DHB.
August 24th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Who drafted the first one-eyed running back Joe Aska?
August 24th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
As much as I like our draft you cant assume that the players we drafted are going to be great…. I truely hope they are but you cant judge them yet..
August 24th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Who drafted the first one-eyed running back Joe Aska?
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Who drafted the first one lunged Full Back?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Houston’s pressure on the QB cause one of the sacks, even though he didn’t get credit for the sack….he was the reason it happened.
Hope the kid can keep this going…
then again, the Bears and Cowboys both have very questionable o-lines….
August 24th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
As long as the kids play like veterans, we’ll be alright. Gulp.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
al davis is a superior person at 4 months old he was potty trained at 6 months he was training others!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Who never had a problem keeping/ signing players?
Who won 3 SBs?
Who was the GM of the team the played the bucs n the SB?
Before mid 2000’s, most players wanted to play for us since we gave great salaries, and treated our players well.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
Few points After watching the Oak/Bears game.
-I really liked the fact that they were using so many different formations as well as motion. (thanx Hue Jax)
-M. Bush is the real deal as long as he stays in shape.
-Stevie Brown has a knack for being around the ball
-J. Campbell does a nice job of eluding defenders.
-I like the fact that J. Campbell isn’t afraid to yell at someone (lineman, wideouts etc;)
-Love Gallery, but what is up with stupid penalties?
-Z. Miller- enough said
- I know it was preseason but Wimbley was on an absolute tear!
-Stanford Routt impressed me
-George Attkinson is an idiot
-D line looks good, again
-Same old Raiders (Forte’s big TD run)
- I will end on a poitive note saying that the fact we did some good things on the field without so many key people is promosing.
-One more thing, Plz Plz Plz let’s move on from Chaz. Give the guy an injury settlement and find a veteran after final cutdowns, or trade for someone for that matter.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
RMR:
Hey, do you wanna slam Al for changing our colors to Silver and Black, while you’re at it?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
MR is getting Marleyed.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:04 pm
*positive
August 24th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Who never had a problem keeping/ signing players?
Who won 3 SBs?
Who was the GM of the team the played the bucs n the SB?
Before mid 2000’s, most players wanted to play for us since we gave great salaries, and treated our players well.
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The only FA’s that want to play for us now are those who can’t find jobs anywhere else, or those who have injury problems that other teams don’t ignore, or those that are just looking to get paid and are not concerned with winning.
I can’t wait for Al to be gone and for Mark to sell the team and for the team to be moved back to LA. Decent free agents will once again view the Raiders as an option…and I can travel to LA and watch a Lakers, Kings, Raiders triple header in one weekend!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Al Davis had 7 losing season and most GMs will/ should be fired for that, but Al is not the AVG GM.
He is a HOF Owner/GM!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
al davis had lunch with einstien the next day E=MC2
August 24th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Tay: Jones signed with Seaducks a few days ago.
We’ll have to fight with the Vikings for any roster cut wideouts. They just lost Rice for the season and Harvin has migraines. Unless that is that Javon Walker is all healed up and makes nice with Fahhhhrvreeeeee.
I think only Kevin Curtis and Marty Booker are currently avail. Curtis had a pretty severe injury to come back from. Booker just sucks.
Still I’d rather see SOME vet presence on the roster at WR. Right now isn’t Todd Watkins the senior WR? Or maybe the guy with the funny name…
August 24th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
What if RMR is AL Davis and he’s testing you guys because he thinks the apocalpyse will be here in 2012 and he’s gonna bring is real disciple’s to the Holy Land LMAO HAHAHA
August 24th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
Pro Bowlers to be: ZMiller should be one this year, period.
Sometime soon: Tyvon Branch, Kam Wimbley, Shaughnessy… Houston… MMitchell down the road…
The better the record, the more recognition, the more Pro Bowlers…
August 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Dakota,
Al will bring us glory again! Print That!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Rondo cut himself from team USA.
lmao
August 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Lakota:
How are those L.A. Clippers season tickets working out for ‘ya?!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:13 pm
Looks like it left. Finally.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Lakota:
How are those L.A. Clippers season tickets working out for ‘ya?!
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I only go when the Lakers are in town….
August 24th, 2010 at 1:14 pm
MR slithered out awhile ago…but, one of his other characters is always lurking. The MR personality will get whatever message you leave, for sure.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Al doesn’t draft well?
Who drafted all those HOF raiders and great players.
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I don’t know.
The last 7 years would lead me to believe it wasn’t Al.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:16 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
…bring the Raider Nation down from what? They’re just football fans, and aren’t recognized as much else by anyone.
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Except…RAIDERS FANS ARE RECOGNIZED BY MR…AS THE ONLY WAY TO FEED HIS EXISTENCE.
If Raiders fans aren’t so important, why would one spend a lifetime (literally, an entire lifetime) in here with them?
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Because I am one?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
# DirtyRaccoon Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Dude, you ARE a RAIDER fan. You can not hide it.
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Never said I wasn’t.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
# raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:03 pm
RMR:
Hey, do you wanna slam Al for changing our colors to Silver and Black, while you’re at it?
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Wasn’t born yet. Raiders have been silver and black as long as I could remember. So no, that wouldn’t be my problem with Al. It’s his current management of the team.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
My trusted sources tell me that if Tom Cable doesn’t go 10-6 and win a playoff game, Al Davis plans on demoting him to ball boy and then re-hiring Mike White as Head Coach. The sources say Al Davis deeply regrets not giving White another year and for firing him on Christmas Eve.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
What if RMR is AL Davis
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Here’s ways you can tell I’m not Al Davis.
Jon Gruden didn’t remain our head coach until around ‘04 or 05.
We don’t have 4 Lombardi trophies.
Art Shell was hired.
That’s just for starters.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
We’ve had some tough years — if you go back and look at the draft, there are other teams that have faired just as poorly as we have … the only thing that separates us is that we’ve had seven bad seasons in a row PLUS the JaDrankus #1 overall pick fiasco, all sandwiched-in together. We ain’t the Cleveland Browns (never been to a Super Bowl), we ain’t the Bills (lost four of ‘em; same with the Vikings); thank God we’re not the Lions, and – this year – we’re not the Rams, Cardinals or Buccaneers. Steady boys, it may come as a shock to some of you, but we are an organization on the rise, not on the decline. There’s a change in the winds, says I.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Why only to 04 or 05???
August 24th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
The D looked PRETTY GOOD the other night, not great.
The breakdowns that led to MForte’s big run almost happened a couple of other times with him. Forte is an elite runner, and one mistake can kill us (even with average backs, as we’ve seen).
It was actually fortuitous that Forte didn’t break at least one more long run. His inflated yards-per-carry were well deserved…
This exciting Defense needs to tighten up against the run. Still. We will not win many games if we keep letting guys do what Forte did to us last week.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:23 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Why only to 04 or 05???
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That’s a good question. Because as long as the team was good, he’d stay, if I were Al. I was just basing that on the average amount of time coaches stay with teams.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:24 pm
I would never let a successful head coach leave. Let’s put it that way.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
RMR:
Prove it! Go punch Coach Cable in the mouth. If he doesn’t kill you, we’ll know you are actually Al. If he does kill you, well, I guess you won’t be in here blogging anymore.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
Raidertbone, I think the Lions are in a better position than we are. They at least have made moves in upper management. The Raiders haven’t. Same management, after 7 years of losing 10 or more games.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
All in All I have faith in this team I believe we can pull out 9-7 this year it all depends on the big uglies but the past is the past and we cant dwell on it…MAKE IT HAPPEN
August 24th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
I don’t like The RMR and KoolKell. Geez, are you guys even Raiders fans? Sure doesn’t seem like it, and Im not just referring to you dissing Al Davis.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
MR calling himself a Raiders fan — especially now that he sees the turnaround a’comin’ — deserves a:
BANDWAGON-JUMPING DOUBLE HYPOCRITE ALERT
BANDWAGON-JUMPING DOUBLE HYPOCRITE ALERT
August 24th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Seems like RMR and KoolKell are here to just try and piss people off and dis the Raiders? Is that your purpose here?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Getting over the 5 win mark depends on A LOT more than our lines, Purple. Again, you’re in denial of the organizational chaos.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
I don’t like The RMR and KoolKell. Geez, are you guys even Raiders fans?
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Yes. And I’ll speak for Kell, as well. I know he is, too.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
RMR:
You wouldn’t have the stomach to be an owner. Jerry Jones got rid of one of the most successful coaches of all time, Tom Landry. Was it warranted? maybe so, maybe not. But he did it his way, and he has won three Super Bowls … reminds me a little of another owner, who has done things his own way – and also one three Super Bowls – and it ain’t Woody Johnson or A.J. Smith!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
# HayesDaze37 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
MR calling himself a Raiders fan — especially now that he sees the turnaround a’comin’ — deserves a:
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When did I say I saw a turnaround coming? I see no such thing. I’ve said before and I’m standing by it: The Raiders don’t cross the 5 win mark in a season until Al Davis is gone. Does that sound to you like somebody who’s on any kind of bandwagon?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
any further news on the injury situation?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
# St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Seems like RMR and KoolKell are here to just try and piss people off and dis the Raiders? Is that your purpose here?
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That’s your imagination.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
I don’t like The RMR and KoolKell. Geez, are you guys even Raiders fans?
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Yes. And I’ll speak for Kell, as well. I know he is, too.
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Ok man, you have a real strange way of showing it, and don’t tell me “you are just keeping it real”. Constantly pounding the recent inadequecies of the Raiders isn’t keeping it real, it’s Raider hating in it’s purest form. TO each his own I guess.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
RMR:
You wouldn’t have the stomach to be an owner. Jerry Jones got rid of one of the most successful coaches of all time, Tom Landry. Was it warranted? maybe so, maybe not.
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Are you seriously comparing the Raiders to the Cowboys? The Cowboys have had far more success in the modern day league than the Raiders. Jones firing Laundry led to a SB victory within 3 years. Where’s that Raider Super Bowl victory after unloading Gruden? Oh, Gruden got it.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
When did I say I saw a turnaround coming? I see no such thing. I’ve said before and I’m standing by it: The Raiders don’t cross the 5 win mark in a season until Al Davis is gone. Does that sound to you like somebody who’s on any kind of bandwagon?
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No, it doesn’t sound like any kind of bandwagon whatsoever. It sounds EXACTLY like every other typical Raider hater out there. Doesn’t sound like anything a Raider fan would say.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
Landry, not Laundry. Excuse me.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
Sorry, MR…hypocrite — Not chasing your tail for you. Some of these other folks might be your Huckleberry, but not me. I’m off to way better company than you.
It’s a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
Captain Mudslide & the Dingle Berry Posse Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
any further news on the injury situation?
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Yes, the gynecologist called and told the Raiders and Satele that they need to decide if he is going to choose to be a girl or a boy…and since he blocks like a girl….well, I guess that closes the book on Satele.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
Okay RMR do you wanna make alil wager that will have more than 5 wins
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
It’s a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
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Getting better every day my Raider brother!!!!!!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
Ok man, you have a real strange way of showing it,
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By wanting the most unsuccessful GM in the history of the game GONE? I think you guys have the weird way of showing you’re fans. You want to keep Al, when you know it results in losses. I want Al gone so the Raiders can win. Seems normal to me.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:36 pm
It’s funny how RMR has us pegged for just five wins, whereas almost every major publication/talk show/analyst has us down to get anywhere from 7 to 10 wins this year. Even Cris Carter (who hates the Raiders even more than I hate Elway) has us going 8-8. Once we get our sixth win this year, I’ll remind everyone about the “RMR 5-win amrk”. Everyone else: just enjoy it!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
By wanting the most unsuccessful GM in the history of the game GONE?
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The most unsuccessful GM in the history of the game? WTF are you talking about? NM, I just fell prey….
August 24th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
Raidertbone, that’s fair. And when we get that 6th win, I’ll admit I’m wrong. But when we get our 11th loss, and you’re probably using a different screen name, will you admit I was right? Doubtful.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
Al Davis is the most successful GM in the history of the game.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
I am baaaack!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
Al Davis should be in the HOF three times.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
RMR:
Pay Al a billion dollars and you can OWN the team. At least then, he wouldn’t be the “worst” general manager anymore — YOU would be!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
# Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
Al Davis is the most successful GM in the history of the game.
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No he’s not.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
# Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
Al Davis should be in the HOF three times.
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You mean he should buy his way in two more times?
August 24th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
I guarantee I will say you were right if we have 11 losses….
August 24th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Before he was the Raiders’ owner, Al Davis was their had coach. In 1963, he inherited a woeful squad that won 1 game the previous season, and he immediately turned it inot a winner. His three-year record: 23-16-3
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
# raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
RMR:
Pay Al a billion dollars and you can OWN the team. At least then, he wouldn’t be the “worst” general manager anymore — YOU would be!
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I would try a lot harder NOT to be than he has the past 7 years.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
# St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
Seems like RMR and KoolKell are here to just try and piss people off and dis the Raiders? Is that your purpose here?
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Uh, yes.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
I guarantee I will say you were right if we have 11 losses….
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Fair enough. And I’ll admit you were right in the miraculous event we win that 6th game.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
On June 9, 1960: The AFL signed a five-year television agreement with ABC that gave the league financial footing in its formative years that previous rival leagues to the NFL didn’t have.
Brokered by (drum roll) Mr. Al Davis
source: desk calendar.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:43 pm
St. Jimmy Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Before he was the Raiders’ owner, Al Davis was their had coach. In 1963, he inherited a woeful squad that won 1 game the previous season, and he immediately turned it inot a winner. His three-year record: 23-16-3
source: desk calendar.
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Oh wow! And at one time Mongols ruled much of the world!
Ancient history!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
RMR:
I have only ever operated under “raidertbone”, and nothing else. I have a witty repartee and I don’t unload a whole lot of crap that I have to run behind. Yes indeed, if you ARE right, I will be the first one to come out and say that you were correct. However, given the nature of our schedule (we should win 2 of our first 3, easy) and all of our improvements, 8-8 is very realistic. Hell, if we get lucky 2-3 times like we did last year, who knows – that win total might push up to 10. Every year, a few teams come from out of nowhere to make the playoffs – why not us? (and don’t say “because of Al” .. that’s a very lame and tired rant)
August 24th, 2010 at 1:44 pm
History indeed Lakota, indeed.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Alrite guys Off to North Higlands for a Sales meeting be back on in a couple hours
August 24th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Raidertbone, they can schedule us against nothing but teams who had losing records last year, and we still won’t win more than 5 games.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:46 pm
# PurpleDrank81 Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Alrite guys Off to North Higlands for a Sales meeting be back on in a couple hours
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LOL.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:46 pm
RMR used to be a matron in al davis personal bathroom and was fired for dropping the soap,thats why he hates al!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:47 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Raidertbone, they can schedule us against nothing but teams who had losing records last year, and we still won’t win more than 5 games.
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Please don’t say “we” you are not part of the Silver and Black, the Raider Nation, or anything associated with the Oakland Raiders.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:48 pm
St. Jimmy, WE, the Raiders, will never again win more than 5 games in a season while Al’s in charge.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I want to congratulate some of you “newbies” for putting the Raider hating idiot in his place.
Us oldtimers did it a few hundred times years ago and to be perfectly frank with you, it just got old and boring. Shooting fish in a barrel is fun the first few times but after that its more fun to watch other people do it.
But you are doing a great job (not to insinuate that it is hard} but meltdown is persistant and it takes perserverance to kick someone in their poker sized butt 380 times in ten minutes.
Anyway three atta boys and a hearty pack on the back for having strong pimp hands.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
OK, I can’t leave yet…
The thing about MR is…when the team wins, he’ll be all over the place as a fan…proud of himself for sticking it out with the team. What a hypocrite.
And…when he answers questions with repsonses like this, you know he’s struggling to find solid ground for his whinings:
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
Are you seriously comparing the Raiders to the Cowboys? The Cowboys have had far more success in the modern day league than the Raiders. Jones firing Laundry led to a SB victory within 3 years. Where’s that Raider Super Bowl victory after unloading Gruden? Oh, Gruden got it.
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The Cowboys have had “far more success” in the modern League? Whaaa??? They’ve been in how many Super Bowls THIS decade? Isn’t THIS decade more modern than LAST decade? Oh, yeah…only if it suits MR’s argument. That’s how he rolls.
What a terrible point-maker MR is. Hate+hate = no valid points.
Oh, yeah…Gruden got fired, too. After he beat “his” QB and “his” Offense in the SB. That was quite the coaching genius, there, beating his own game plan that his ex-assistant was stubborn enough to leave in.
How many teams tore down the walls trying to hire Gruden after he was fired? Good thing ESPN’s there, or he’d be an assistant himself, all over again.
Without ESPN (with them, actually)…Gruden’s just another Herm Edwards looking for an NFL job. And…just like Herm, when he gets his next one, it probably won’t last too long once again.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
Lakota Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:34 pm
Captain Mudslide & the Dingle Berry Posse Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
any further news on the injury situation?
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Yes, the gynecologist called and told the Raiders and Satele that they need to decide if he is going to choose to be a girl or a boy…and since he blocks like a girl….well, I guess that closes the book on Satele.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOL problem solved
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I just figured it out … RMR = Randy Hanson!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:48 pm
St. Jimmy, WE, the Raiders, will never again win more than 5 games in a season while Al’s in charge.
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Whatever man. You are a hater just like the rest of them. Be what you will, I really could care less what you say at this point, now that I figured you out.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
St. Jimmy:
Remember what your mama told ya … don’t go hittin’ little girls!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I just figured it out … RMR = Randy Hanson!
source: desk calendar
August 24th, 2010 at 1:55 pm
fat kidd Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
raidertbone Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I just figured it out … RMR = Randy Hanson!
source: desk calendar
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Good one bro!!!!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:56 pm
Gotta split. Talk to you all Raider!!
August 24th, 2010 at 1:56 pm
The guy who posts as Coach Elkins is Randy Hanson.
August 24th, 2010 at 1:57 pm
RMR gets punked by sideline cheerleader
source: Raiderette calendar
August 24th, 2010 at 1:57 pm
Meltdown said
“Are you seriously comparing the Raiders to the Cowboys? The Cowboys have had far more success in the modern day league than the Raiders”"
hahahahaha
The cowbilches have not sniffed a SB in 15 years or more.
They may have won two playoff games in that time.
They have the megabucks and we have been to many more playoff games then they have in the past 15 years.
Two AFC championships and a SB.
We kick their butt in the “modern” times
And to kick you one last time, They have the third? biggest market, sold out fan base that bought a new supermega walmart stadium, are stable, The NFL leaves them alone, they get all the benifiet of doubt because they are “Americas team, etc, etc and you want to compare them to us?
You suck the orange wannabee nation and Al rules
August 24th, 2010 at 1:59 pm
Gruden and Bruce Allen were a tandem that was able to control Al Davis and manipulate him into going off his normal course and it resulted in wins.
Kiffin took too much of a direct rout and got burned.
Cable is too dumb and loyal to even try it. The Russell problem was so obvious even Al had to go with Cable.
But this offseason has given me hope that Hue Jackson might be able to talk some sense into Al Davis. He is really the only new factor in the equation and just look how different this offseason was compared to last offseason.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Plunketthead:
Not to mention the fact that the Cowboys have the absolute worst broadcast team in the business. We’ve got Greg Papa, Coach Flores and Jim Plunkett; and they have – Babe Laufenberg?!!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
HD37
What are you talking about? Go back to the archives. Meltdown Raider flipped out everytime we won.
I suggest the beagle/steelturd beatdowns if anyone wants to see what a pathetic racist/bigot he is besides being a Raider hater.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
I still think that Hue Jackson is our head coach-in-waiting.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:03 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
Why does it matter to you what Ricochet’s favorite team is? Maybe he doesn’t even have a favorite team. I’m pretty much heading there. I’m almost through with the Raiders, and I don’t plan on taking up another team. A lot of people just watch the NFL, and mock their former team for continuing to self destruct…
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These are Madden Raider’s own words here on this blog,
Now he’s a fan again??
August 24th, 2010 at 2:04 pm
My dog just licked its nads .. kind of reminded me of some of today’s posters. Until later, Nation, I’m out!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:06 pm
RMR just fell off the couch…
August 24th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
Tbone
How the hell can you fire Cable when he goes 8-8 or better and the entire team shows improvements in all phases of the game, because thats whats gonna happen.
Besides my Cable jersey rules and will for years to come.
Lance kiffin is a liar for a day and a week and a month
Al D for GM of the year!
No knuckleheads!
Check the air in your helmet!
DMAC has tired dogs………………..again and again
Best year ever!!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
Man, with the NBA and NFL heading towards work stoppages in 2011 what the hell are we going to do all winter next year?
College football is okay….
Can’t watch hockey anymore…the teams’ rosters change on a friggin daily basis….
schyt!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:13 pm
I think Cable has been pushing Al to build this team this way.
Sure he knows his place, however he said what he was gonna do with this team on day one and so far its been no knuckleheads, just like he said.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:14 pm
I think we can beat the Titans, but it won’t be easy.
I look forward to Mr’s Johnson and McLain meeting each other.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:18 pm
Plunketthead Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 2:13 pm
I think Cable has been pushing Al to build this team this way.
Sure he knows his place, however he said what he was gonna do with this team on day one and so far its been no knuckleheads, just like he said.
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lol, yeah Cable is influencing the Raiders’ course…that is why Al demoted him to Timeout Coordinator after leaving him hanging for a couple of months this offseason.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:20 pm
Raider O Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Dakota,
Al will bring us glory again! Print That!
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
August 24th, 2010 at 1:38 pm
Al Davis is the most successful GM in the history of the game.
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Funny, when I’m criticizing Al Davis in the middle of a 29-83, all of his chumps tell me It’s Kiffin’s fault, it’s Shell’s fault, It’s Russel’s fault, The Draft is a crapshoot etc, etc, etc, adnauseum.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:23 pm
I think he is doing a good job, you think he is doing a terrible job. The truth may lies closer to the high middle.
This year will settle it.
Same with DMAC.
agree?
August 24th, 2010 at 2:26 pm
If we beat the Titans, I strongly believe that we will win the division.
With so many young players on this team, the confidence that would be gained from that win would be huge!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
It aint easy pulling an NFL team out of the gutter we have dug ourselves into.
Most teams flounder here forever and a day. Good thing we have a proud history to help us pull our socks on.
We will rise up and take our place among the contenders and it starts this year.
Long live Al!
August 24th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
Tom Cable: Mr. Davis, here is what we need to do this offseason, we need to…
Al Davis: Hold it right there Tim! Before you say anything I just wanted you to know that I am taking away all of your power, but you will still be head coach in name as I don’t want to fire another coach right now…makes me look bad.
Tom Cable: Oh, well I see, but I think we need to..
Al Davis: Tim, be quiet and just go back to work and pretend you are of importance here. I have a meeting with the offensive coordinator Hue Jackman and my assistant defensive coordinator, Jack Marshall. I’ll have Herrera fill you in on your talking points for the next meeting with the media.
Tom Cable: But Mr. Davis…
Al Davis: Shut your trap before I decide to fire you anyhow! I barely knew your name when I hired you, and the only reason you are here is because no one wants the job right now, so you need to just shut up and be happy that I am even paying you. What the hell is your career coaching record? 20-54? You think I want your input? Now go get the shoe shine kit and shine my shoes….and shine Herrera’s while you are at it!
Herrera: Oh most benevolent one I am so grateful for…
Al Davis: You shut up too.
Tom Cable: My wife better not give me any lip tonight!
Al Davis: What was that?
Tom Cable: Never mind.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
We dont have to beat the TT.
We do have to play like we did in last seasons opener.
And then we have to really start playing good football.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
Well, its just MHO, but I think you go overboard on the TC hate……….. and the DMAC love. : )
But I also give you credit for toning it way down from two years ago. I think having babies is a wonderful thing and it changes men in profound ways
I like how you dont have to have the last word, you are not spiteful and you let me throw darts now and then without it bothering you.
Talk about heaping hot coals on a fellas head.
Anyway this year will be the proof
I have a well worn Cable Jersey that says he will have a great year
August 24th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
I’m not a Davis worshiper, but I’m not an Al Davis hater either.
I’m like right in the middle between Black Hole Priest and Madden Raider.
When someone sets themselves up as the emperor like Al Davis has, he must bear responsibility for the GOOD and the BAD.
The Raiders have had the worst 7 year stretch in the NFL since 2003.
However, the Raiders over the entire course of their existence have also proven to be one of the greatest franchises in the history of professional sports.
If they weren’t then WE WOULDN’T ALL BE HERE ARGUING on this blog. We would have found another team and another blog to follow.
So like Al Davis says, there is no denying ‘Da Greatness of Da Rayduhs.’
Has he been a horrible GM/Owner since 2003. Yes!
Has he made some good draft choices and trades the last two seasons. Yes!
He is worthy of criticism for his mistakes, and praise for his accomplishments and good choices.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:46 pm
Priesttj,
If you are out there, I was thinking about what you said the other day, that if it were up to fans like me Madden would never have made it as our HC because he was like Cable and didn’t have much of a resume before he was hired. Hope I got that right…
Anyhow, well, maybe that would have been a good thing? I have read that maybe the Raiders win several more SBs if we had good coach back in the late 60s and the 70s….
How many times did Madden’s teams choke in the big games?
I wasn’t alive to witness it, but I am interested in your take on that opinion I read.
Or anyone else’s for that matter…how many SBs would those super talented teams have won with a better head coach? Or was Madden really that great?
August 24th, 2010 at 2:47 pm
Has he been a horrible GM/Owner since 2003. Yes!
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6 winning seasons in the last 20.
August 24th, 2010 at 2:49 pm
You are starting to sound more like the real KK
Post a pic, big man!!
August 24th, 2010 at 3:31 pm
Well, here goes.McFadden, and Schillens must play, and if DHB turns out as crystal as the other two, we should get our money back.At least the receiver was a late round pick,the other two were “blue chip” LMAO.I am a Raider fan , but not a “stupidity” fan.MAN UP OR MOVE ON.
August 24th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
By the receiver I meant “Crystal” Schillens.DHB is no t yet a receiver, to me.
August 24th, 2010 at 4:45 pm
Dang, Jerry. Sorry to hear that. Hope it heals quickly.
August 24th, 2010 at 6:07 pm
Funny how jeuvenile optimism can so quickly turn into wisened pessimism. I don’t care who catches the ball, but they have to be able to get open and catch the ball.
August 24th, 2010 at 6:32 pm
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