Cable Q&A
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, October 25th, 2010 at 8:09 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Have no idea what the problem was with this blog as well as others in this group, but here’s the transcription of coach Tom Cable’s press briefing Monday with the Bay Area media the day atter a 59-14 win over the Denver Broncos:
Cable: OK, quick Injury update: Darrius Heyward–Bey should be fine from the illness. He’s feeling much better today and worked out today and all that, so don’t see any issues there. One questionable deal from the game yesterday is Louis Murphy. We won’t know much here for about 48 hours. New injury that came out of the game is Robert Gallery was a calf strain. Doesn’t look to be serious but we’ll know more on Wednesday. Satele with a concussion, felt better today. But we’ll again have to wait until Wednesday. Michael Bennett had a hamstring strain, was very slight and should OK by Wednesday. Wimbley felt pretty good this morning from the groin injury. We’ll, again, see on Wednesday. Shaughnessy and Chris Johnson both with concussions, felt pretty good today so we’ll see on Wednesday.
Q: What’s Murphy’s problem?
Cable: Well, we don’t know that yet and that’s kind of what the issue is. Something going on the chest area, looks to be like a contusion, but how severe it is and how much it limits him is really the question.
Q: So it’s not related to the earlier clavicle injury?
Cable: No it’s not.
Q: He got hurt on that play along the sideline, colliding with Marcel Reece?
Cable: Yes.
Q: Was the play of Jacoby Ford and Nick Miller encouraging if you might need to call on them if Murphy is out?
Cable: You know, definitely, in Jacoby’s case, he played a ton of snaps, when Darrius went out, I think he played 10 or 11, so he was forced to play a lot of football, and it wasn’t too big for him, and the more he played in that game yesterday, he actually got better and better as the game went along. So I’m excited about being able to count on him and where he can help this team now. I think his role can expand and is certainly ready to. Nick certainly came in and made a big play. He’s doing a fine job on the punt returns. It’s just good to know some guys we can go to.
Q Asked if team turned corner yesterday, you said, `We’ll see.’ How do continue momentum, especially after a day like yesterday?
Cable: I just think you take this one and learn from it. I know I always say that, but that’s what this game is about. You’re either learning or not, and if you’re not, you’re going backwards. To me, see what came out of it, look at it and be very critical of ourselves. That to me will be the next step for us. There’s certainly plenty to work on from that game. We will get better, we have to get better, but our focus will be on that, just worry about us and how do we get better and how do we make the things that were negative better the next time out. If we can do that I think that in itself, that process will take care of winning this second one.
Q: Silly question, but are they professional enough hat you can sell them on the idea they did things wrong in a 59-14 win?
Cable: Sure they are, because one thing about it, they know when I talk to them I’m not going to make just arbitrarily make something up or say we need to do this better, we need to do that better. I’ll put it on a cut-up for them and say, here it is. And we’ll do that if necessary in front of the team so we’ve got everybody’s attention. That’s something that we’ve done and I think they’ve taken acceptance for that if you will and been accountable for those things and it’s helped them.
Q: What were your concerns coming out of a great effort like this?
Cable: The effort was not a concern in any way shape or form, but we did not finish blocks in the offensive line at two spots very well, and that’s got to get better. Defensively, we blew a coverage, the first pass they completed to the flat there that Rolando had to run down there and make the play, and we blew a coverage there. There are some things there that we can still clean up. There are some alignment issues defensively, and there were a number of them, when we weren’t lined up on the right shoulder. Offensively, I think able to manage the clock, not have a delay of game, being able to get lined up in some formations, the false start penalties, three of ‘em, those are the things I’m talking about. Those are the things that if we’re going to be good, we’re going to have to keep chipping away at that list and try to minimize those things.
Q: The false starts aside, and know you don’t put them aside, did Veldheer have as good a game as it looked when left side and some of the things he was doing?
Cable: He played really well. I mean. Yeah, he played really well.
Q:At center, too?
Cable: At center too. I mean, it was really a joy to watch him go out there at left tackle and play well in the pass and play well in the run, both front side and back side, and then when needed, goes inside and snaps the ball and takes care of things, and guided the protection and he’s just a guy that’s on the come. But the thing that’s really exciting for us is for him to get his first start at left tackle and perform at that high level like that.
Q: How did Mario do when he went in to sub for him?
Cable: He did some good things. One thing I was geeked about, and I can’t wait to see him, I haven’t seen him yet today. We got on the goal line when we ran the ball with Marcel for the touchdown and Marcel punched that guy out three yards deep in the end zone. It was a great block. Those are the kinds of things I’ve been trying to bring out of him, and he certainly showed it there, so it was certainly a positive.
Q: And for him to do in week when he’d be replaced as the starter . . . does that bode well he reacted that way?
Cable: I think so. That’s what I ask guys to do. If you have a setback, how do you turn it into a come back or how do you turn it into a positive. I think he responded well, and I’m proud of him for doing that and we needed him to go in the game and he played well when he went in.
Q:Has Mario got any work on right side, might he now with Jared at left tackle?
Cable: You know, we do some of the unbalanced, the heavy stuff, and so he’s had some work over there, but you know, we’ll start thinking about what his role can be in all that as we go further here.
Q: If Samson can’t go, it’s Veldheer back at center, Mario at left tackle?
Cable: That’s correct. I think Samson will be fine.
Q:What Mario did more comfortable . . .
Cable: I am. Again, he took what I think is just a setback and took responsibility and when he got his opportunity performed like you want him to, so to me, that’s what a pro does, and that’s what a guy who’s trying to get it right, trying to do things the things the way we ask him to do it.
Q: Difference in Jason this week to last?
Cable: Cut it loose. Really, there’s only a couple of times where you say, he kind of held it and re-read some things, I mentioned yesterday, but it was only a couple times. To me he just went out there and just really kind of stayed on time and cut it loose. And I think that’s what he has to do. Obviously, if you really break it down, you look at the start of the game for him and that’s a pretty fair start for anybody.
Q: Said a week ago Gradkowski would be quarterback again when he’s healthy. Is that still the case?
Cable: Yes, definitely.
Q: Will it be this week?
Cable: Well, we’ll have to wait and see come Wednesday and we’ve made a lot of improvement there, but is he ready to go and do it the way we need him to? We’ll see. We just don’t know yet.
Q: Was there a dramatic difference in the way you called that game offensively from the 49ers game?
Cable: The one thing I told Hue — and I thought he did a nice job of staying aggressive early, and certainly momentum was in our favor and the defense made two huge plays, the interception for a touchdown, the fumble – I just liked how we were attacking right away. And I think that’s what we’re trying to be as a football team, be tough and physical but try to use our skill players to attack people. I think we got in a nice rhythm doing that yesterday.
Q: Use of read option stuff – is that the first time you broke it out?
Cable: No, we’ve used little parts of it, but not maybe to the extent of that. Absolutely.
Q: Just something about the Broncos made it the right time to break that out that extent?
Cable: Yeah. You figure how you game plan. You game plan to win that game against that opponent so it really comes down to whether or not it fits with what they do. And if it’s something that’s going to give you an advantage you want to do it, obviously.
Q: Considering Jason had a sore knee, you had to be pretty sure he was going to be ready to go if you’re running that . . .
Cable: He felt good on Saturday, which was really the key for us. I had mentioned that to you guys, if he did we’d move forward in saying he’s going to start and we did that on Saturday.
Q: Is Darren McFadden ready to join the elite in the NFL on a week after week basis? What did you think of his play Sunday?
Cable: Outstanding. He had a lot of help, which always when you have that kind of day, there’s some other people did a lot of things. But specific to him, yeah, he showed some tremendous skills. His burst was there, ran very physical, very tough. Do I think he can become an elite player? Yes. I think we thought that when we drafted him. As I mentioned, you’ve just got to keep him on the field, healthy, and he’s been productive. This year he’s probably taken it to a new level. No question.
Q: Gratifying to see all the rookies contribute yesterday?
Cable: It’s great. It means we did all the right things … in terms of the draft and evaluating and doing those things. It’s just good. As you said, every week there’s a core group of that group that’s been contributing, but more and more as we go in weeks, guys are showing up, and I think that’s a real positive.
Q: After you see so many players do outstanding, can you see their true capabilities? Start talking to the team about raising expectations to a new level?
Cable: We did that yesterday in the locker room. I’m one of those guys as a line coach or even as a head coach, if you show it to us and you show me what you’re capable of and you’ve been able to do it more than once, it’s expected. It’s called raising the bar. And when you raise the bar you’ve got to be accountable to that. That’s why I mentioned yesterday after the game, whatever the future holds for us, we’ll either earn it or not, but we’re not going to go backwards, we’re going to move forward.
Q: Are you going to bring up winning two in a row or are just going to talk about what you need to do to beat Seattle?
Cable: That’s right. We need to worry about Seattle, and to do that, we need to worry about us more than anything. And I think we all want to win two in a row and we all know what that means and all those kind of things, but the process of doing that is far more important than talking about a two-game winning streak.
Q: Thoughts on no TD for Lamarr?
Cable: It’s poorly done. Clearly the ball was out. It was missed. It didn’t take much of a review to really see that. They blew the play dead because that was another touchdown defensively. It’s a heck of a play by both of those guys.
Q: Is this first victory Monday?
Cable: No. It’s not the first time but it is the first time this year.
Q: Why this week?
Cable: I just think a feel for your team. We’ve not had any time off. It’s nice to have a day off, we have Tuesday off in the NFL but you’re still studying and doing those things. Physically, but even more importantly emotionally and mentally, it really takes 48 hours to kind of relax and get your brain back where you want it. I like where we’re at as a football team. But I think a little freshening up is good for us.
Q: Tell Seymour take it easy on official?
Cable:: You know what. I did not see it until I turned the film on this morning. My wife told me about it obviously. But that was a heck of a hit. Pretty good. The nice thing that that shows is we’re doing those things in practice. You talk about turnovers and takeaways. You got Michael Huff and Mike Mitchell both of them punch a ball out. They wrap and punch the ball out. Just exactly what we do in the drills. You have guys scooping and trying to score. You’ve got the interception and guys turning to block. And then that deal with Richard, ‘when the ball is on the ground d-line, go get the ball because you never know.’ You’re in the pile, you don’t whether it was forward or backward or where it was at. So if it’s on the ground, go get the ball. He’s just doing what we coach him to do and it’s a really a great effort play on his part. Unfortunate for that official.
Q: How much does Mike Mitchell’s versatility help?
Cable: The way he’s improved, particularly in the last three weeks. He does give us an extra bonus in there because of those things you’re talking about. He’s a physical player that can run. He just seems to get better and better. In fact, he and Chris Johnson got the two game balls on defense. On offense, it was Darren McFadden. Just want to keep him coming because he’s exactly what you just described. I think he’s a bonus for us. We have Thomas Howard go down because of the knee injury. He stepped right in and has improved with each game.
Q: When did you feel comfortable to let up?
Cable: We’ve been in that situation too much, maybe not up by that much, but where you feel like you let up. I think that’s part of the growth I was talking about earlier. For us to learn and grow from it. That’s what champions do in the ring. If you get someone hurt, you knock him out. I think we’re trying to take that mentality and really grow with it if you will.
Q: How was flight home?
Cable: It was pretty bumpy, a lot of storms. John, don’t you think? Actually it was great. Really it was great. It was good, in the locker room after the game and all that, to win the game and visit with them on the plane after the game. There’s just a level of excitement and confidence that comes with playing good as a team and accomplishing the things that you talk about all the time. It’s been good to see them around here today even though I gave them the day off, most of them are around training and taking care of their bodies and doing those things. It’s good. They have a good look in their eye.
Q: You often walk the plane after a game, win or lose and talk to players?
Cable: A little bit. I always try, especially the ones maybe that got nicked up. And just check on them, if I know someone that maybe had some struggles, too, I try to make sure that they’re all right and get them ready to go to the next one. Because what’s done is behind us and everything that’s in front of us is what matters. So, try to stay with that mentality.”
Q: Was Brandon Myers’ concussed self close to playing?
Cable: Yeah, we got him on the field and, you know, just the light sensitivity and those things, so you cant do it.
Q: Why wasn’t Kyle Boller allowed to throw the ball?
Cable: No, we tried to throw it a couple of times, ran him a couple of keepers but at that point, managing the clock was the most important thing.”
Q: Reaction to coming back home to play at Coliseum?
Cable: Well, as I mentioned yesterday, we’re extremely excited. We want to have the fans know that we’re believing and that we’re moving in the right direction. As I said to them before, when we can get this thing going, when we can do our part, the good teams and the playoff teams in this league, they have a great homefield advantage. And we’re hoping to build that and, let’s get started this week in doing that.
Q: Marcel Reece got some touches, made a nice catch, had at least one good block, did he have a solid blocking days?
Cable: He did. I would say ‘solid’ is a great way to put it. I wouldn’t say it was ‘good.’ Can it be better? Yeah. He’d be the first to tell you. The thing I’m really excited about him, he’s really starting to get on people. Initially, that initial punch, he’s getting it now. And that’s the next step. And now, that mentality, even though he’ got a tremendous skill set, he’s kind of a pseudo-guard back there. And so he’s got to have that mentality to try and bury that guy in the ground. You know, and I think that’s the next step for him, is to finish. Become more of a finish-player in his blocking. But we’re very thrilled with what he’s doing initially. He’s getting on the right people, he’s making great impact at the point. But we’ve got to get him finishing more blocks and, obviously, those things he’s doing as a skill player, they speak for themselves.
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October 25th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Think the Cowboys take a flyer on Jamarcus Russell?
October 25th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Jamarcus to the Raiders. Book it.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:13 pm
I guess we are back up. What happened to Romo? I tuned in late to MNF and he was on the sidelines with a sling on his arm. I also saw a tweet that suggested he’s out for the year. Anyone know what’s up?
October 25th, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Fractured clavicle.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
RaiderDebo Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Jamarcus to the Raiders. Book it.
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Whoops, I meant Cowboys. Definitely RaidingTexas. His agent better be on the phone as we speak.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
TWO in Row!!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Must beat the SeaHags!!! Must, or we are the 49ers east…
October 25th, 2010 at 8:21 pm
Maybe Dallas can pick up Farve from Minn. I thinks he’s done there.
Actually, If Dallas was smart they work a deal with hapless 49ers and pick up Troy Smith. I’ve always felt he’d do well in the NFL if given a chance.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:21 pm
If anyone has radio broadcast highlights, please post a link…
October 25th, 2010 at 8:25 pm
SeyGlen, posting JaMarcus worship to yourself? Seems like only yesterday you said any idiot can see he’s a bonafide NFL Qb.
lol
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RaiderDebo Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
RaiderDebo Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Jamarcus to the Raiders. Book it.
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Whoops, I meant Cowboys. Definitely RaidingTexas. His agent better be on the phone as we speak.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:26 pm
Raiders should trade Jason Campbell and DHB for Dez Bryant.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:28 pm
Ray-no more knuckleheads!!!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 8:29 pm
I would have said JCampbell to Dallas for a second round pick hoping we could package two seconds for a first.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:29 pm
Cowboys don’t need Romo anyways. Kitna can ball. He has Jesus on his side.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
The Giants must think they’re the Raiders and are up by 45 points, and not just 18. They could let the Cowgirls back into this if they get too stupid.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:31 pm
Dallas has seen him(JC) play twice a year for the past 5 years,they know better.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Maybe Romo is an illegal and we can deport him. SOmebody call the tea party to look into this.
Trade #21 & Grads for Miles Austin.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Kitna looked like Russel there.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
Miles Austin is overrated.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
Mistabr0wn Says:
Trade #21 & Grads for Miles Austin
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Oh man, you’re gonna tick off some of the locals!
October 25th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
#21 is overrated.
M Austin is better than DHB & L Murphy combined. Make the trade.
The end
October 25th, 2010 at 8:35 pm
# lefty12 Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:31 pm
Dallas has seen him(JC) play twice a year for the past 5 years,they know better.
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Of course you are right. About the only players of value with trade bait are Asomugha, Seymour, ZMiller, Bush & DMac. In reality Nhamdi is our best option to acquire a first round pick.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:35 pm
Raiding who are the locals?
October 25th, 2010 at 8:38 pm
Dallas locals or Oakland locals?
October 25th, 2010 at 8:40 pm
The trade deadline passed anyways.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Oakland locals. The ones who carry Grad’s jockstrap around for him.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:49 pm
Raiding,
You can imagine how much I dont care about pissing off the “locals”.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
Thanksgiving, 2009. M Austin made #21 look like a retarded rookie.
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Raider Ray Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
Miles Austin is overrated.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
In the words of Der Fuhrer: “EXACTLY! Eli Manning, Not Peyton F—ing Manning!”
Why are you throwing the ball with 3 minutes left and a not completely insurmountable lead? Ball protection, people. Idiots.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:51 pm
W Philips = Dead man walking
October 25th, 2010 at 8:53 pm
mistic1 Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 3:20 pm
…………….You said campbell sucked and you never wanted to see him on the field again, now you are soft balling us, saying your gonna root for him. Do you like chicken with your waffles?
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Mistic,
Let’s get somethings cleared here ok.
1. Cable thought JC struggled. Hue wanted to pull JC in the first game. The coaching staff prefers Grad over JC. JC admits as much that he struggled prior to yesterday. So excuse me if I have not been impressed so far. If that makes me a hater, then you can put Cable and Hue in that group too. Hue is your boy right?
2. The difference between you and I is quite clear from your comments above. The Raiders winning is my #1 priority. I dont like JC but I will root for him if he is in there. My proof is in my post yesterday wishing for a career day from JC prior to the game and with the sour taste of the Niners game still on my mind.
3. I think it’s quite clear you will hate on Grad regardless of whether he wins or not. Case in point, you thought Grad sucked against Cinci even though his numbers were identical to JC against SD (and you thought JC had a great game against SD). The point is they both won their games. I was on record to say JC did ok. You were on record to say Grad sucked.
I know you’re a big Raider fan….so long as they play your players right?
October 25th, 2010 at 8:56 pm
here is my post from yesterday to prove my point Mistic….
aig-raiders Says:
October 24th, 2010 at 10:42 am
nnamdi,
well let’s hope spec team and D just hold their end of the bargain. We can then root for JaPuke to have a career day.
October 25th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
And if Grad is healthy and JC is in the game struggling, then yes I will root for them to yank JC and put Grad in there.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:04 pm
# RaidingTexas Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
In the words of Der Fuhrer: “EXACTLY! Eli Manning, Not Peyton F—ing Manning!”
Why are you throwing the ball with 3 minutes left and a not completely insurmountable lead? Ball protection, people. Idiots.
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raiding im in bedford,tx where u at???
October 25th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
It’s been a long wait to see what this team would look like offensively with this backfield. But it starting to look like it was worth the wait. I think marcel Reece with Bush DMc is an outstanding backfield I always thought it would be but to see it come to fruition is very gratifying.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:06 pm
ive seen enough i want nick miller to get somewhere between 5-10 targets on OFFENSE!!! hes a football playa game breaker!!! dead serious too!!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:07 pm
It doesn’t matter who’s starting at QB I think it’s obvious we can win with either of them. Some like Grads some like JC as long as we win that’s all that matters.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:08 pm
tj,
Your assessment of DMAC was just a little off wouldn’t you say & yes Im being generous when I say a little off.
Maybe you should have looked at still photos of that skinny legged avg 3rd down back we dont need before you spouted off like the fool that you are…
October 25th, 2010 at 9:09 pm
tj, in the last 6 months you have said we cant win with either of these guys. You do know we read & have memory, right?
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Priesttj Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:07 pm
It doesn’t matter who’s starting at QB I think it’s obvious we can win with either of them. Some like Grads some like JC as long as we win that’s all that matters.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:10 pm
Nick Miller is no joke I’ve been saying it since preseason last year.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
NMILLER – YES!!!!
He definitely needs more opportunities. Run him out of the slot and let him run the table.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:12 pm
Broncos feel the Raiders Wrath…
http://www.raidernationstation.com/film_room
October 25th, 2010 at 9:14 pm
Amazing game yesterday. Unbelievable how above average good the raiders looked yesterday. I hope they keep that juice going. Listenening to all the interviews after the game, they all seem pretty level and focussed.
Funny listening to all the hawk radio up here today. Big headed how they dumped on az. They don’t admit it, but when talking about their next weeks opponent you sense this awe and confusion about how bad the raiders whipped denver, couldn’t of happened at a better time. They just didn’t have that ‘bounce’ to their talk when it came to that topic.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:15 pm
Even though N Miller didnt play a single down you saw his immense talent. And then you peeped DHB’s still photos and creamed your jeans.
If N Miller turns out to have a brilliant career your “Nick Miller the DB Killer” is still retarded because he has 1 NFL catch in his 2 years.
The end
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Priesttj Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:10 pm
Nick Miller is no joke I’ve been saying it since preseason last year.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:15 pm
Nick Miller has got to play.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
DHB needs to sit a bit. It’ll do him good.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
N Miller J Francis should have been playing by week 3. DHB killed us out there!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:21 pm
lets talk about this for a min- nick miller…the guy has been on the sidelines for 7weeks.. right WHY SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHY???? WE KEEP HIM ALL OF LAST YR ON TH IR…. COMES BACK THIS YR HEALTHY DOESNT GET A OPPORTUNITY TILL GUYS GO DOWN!!! WTF IS WRONG WITH SANJAY LAL….THATS THE PROBLEM SANJAY LAL FIRE THAT MONKEY NO EYE FOR TALENT!!! CANT HAVE SOME GUYS TEACHING OURS BOYS WHOS ONLY COACHED HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDGET BALL!!!GET THAT FOREIGNER OFF THE STAFF ASAP!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:22 pm
Favre admits to sending voice mails to that Jets employee but denies the text pics. Im sure Ms Favre has contacted a good attorney like the one that took good care of Tigers ex-wife.
Favre is stooge.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Q: Said a week ago Gradkowski would be quarterback again when he’s healthy. Is that still the case?
Cable: Yes, definitely
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Teabag,
Cashiers check, money order or Full Tilt transfer will work just fine.
Thanks for playing.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
30 year, do you really think Sanjay Lal is deciding who plays and who doesn’t?
LMFAO!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:25 pm
The only thing that matters is production. Not fan favorites, draft status, 40x, grit, determination, hero status, tattoos…none of that.
Only production…as defined by wins & losses and positive statistics for the position…receptions, pass completions, sacks, interceptions, tackles, turnovers….that stuff.
Give me the lineup that wins games and skip the other b.s
October 25th, 2010 at 9:25 pm
Jamarcus Russell to the Cowboys???
Guarantee Colt Brennan gets a look before Jamarcus.
(Although they did bring in Ryan Leaf, so why not bring in the only guy who gives Leaf a run for the money in the bust category I guess)
October 25th, 2010 at 9:26 pm
# JB Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
NMILLER – YES!!!!
He definitely needs more opportunities. Run him out of the slot and let him run the table.
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NO he does not decide, but he does give report on a daily basis to hue and cable.. and in his reports if he is NOT RECOMENDING MILLER FOR PT… THEN I HAVE A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THAT…
October 25th, 2010 at 9:32 pm
M Huff made another great play on Sunday. He stripped that ball that Houston grabbed and ran for a TD. If the Zebra’s didnt blow it dead that was 7 points, settled for a FG.
MM is pushing for a starting job!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
kinda disappointed the donks didn’t put much resistance. they were demoralized, and demoralized early and often.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:35 pm
JFB,
LMAO at below…..I feel bad for teabag. didnt you give him 2-1 odds?
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Just Fire Baby Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Q: Said a week ago Gradkowski would be quarterback again when he’s healthy. Is that still the case?
Cable: Yes, definitely
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Teabag,
Cashiers check, money order or Full Tilt transfer will work just fine.
Thanks for playing.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:35 pm
56. Mistabr0wn Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:32 pm
M Huff made another great play on Sunday. He stripped that ball that Houston grabbed and ran for a TD. If the Zebra’s didnt blow it dead that was 7 points, settled for a FG.
MM is pushing for a starting job!
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oh ya hes playin much better… i like that dime package where romac slides to the outside and MM#34 PLAYS MIKE…
October 25th, 2010 at 9:38 pm
Why dont you hang yourself from a shower rod so you feel better!
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Culebra Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
kinda disappointed the donks didn’t put much resistance.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Sure hope the coaches can put it together for starters.
MM, Nick Miller, no DHB, no comment on the o-line, JC has a hot hand right now. 29 1st downs is no joke.
Pound the ball. Pound it, McD & Bush. Good stuff. May have to wait, but maybe CJ coming together. He’s got to do that #37 right.
October 25th, 2010 at 9:48 pm
# Mistabr0wn Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:38 pm
Why dont you hang yourself from a shower rod so you feel better!
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Culebra Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
kinda disappointed the donks didn’t put much resistance.
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roflmao!!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:51 pm
IslandRaider,
Gotta have Ford, Miller and JLH with more reps. Both sides of the ball looked great because players were making plays across the board. Veldheer held it down at LT and filled in nicely at Center….again play the best players…
And the best players to play should be based solely on production and NOT potential!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:52 pm
Cowher to the Cowboys? Gruden to SF? Who’s going to Denver?
October 25th, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Add Norvell Turner to that list unless SD does a 180.
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Aig-Raiders Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:52 pm
Cowher to the Cowboys? Gruden to SF? Who’s going to Denver?
October 25th, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Q: How did Mario do when he went in to sub for him?
Cable: He did some good things. One thing I was geeked about, and I can’t wait to see him, I haven’t seen him yet today.
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I’m geeked he’s geeked!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:54 pm
65.Mistabr0wn Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Add Norvell Turner to that list unless SD does a 180.
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Aig-Raiders Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:52 pm
Cowher to the Cowboys? Gruden to SF? Who’s going to Denver?
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Tony Dungy?
October 25th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
# 30 year raider Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:21 pm
lets talk about this for a min- nick miller…the guy has been on the sidelines for 7weeks.. right WHY SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHY???? WE KEEP HIM ALL OF LAST YR ON TH IR…. COMES BACK THIS YR HEALTHY DOESNT GET A OPPORTUNITY TILL GUYS GO DOWN!!! WTF IS WRONG WITH SANJAY LAL….THATS THE PROBLEM SANJAY LAL FIRE THAT MONKEY NO EYE FOR TALENT!!! CANT HAVE SOME GUYS TEACHING OURS BOYS WHOS ONLY COACHED HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDGET BALL!!!GET THAT FOREIGNER OFF THE STAFF ASAP!!!
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Correction: He was NOT on IR last year. More importantly he was injured and probably should have put him on IR but instead, someone thought enough of his abilities to keep him on the active roster fro 15 WEEKS! Why isn’t he starting in the slot?
I don’t know who actually makes those choices but whomever it is, GET YOUR SCHIT TOGETHER! You’ve got a secret weapon, use it!!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
Jerry Jones is entering Al Davis territory as far as ability to hire coaches. Sure, Jones will put out the cash, but will he allow the level of input that top coaches demand now a days?
Cowboys have a washout in Jon Kitna now. They are top 10 draft pick bound
October 25th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
has anyone signed former squeeler C justin hartwig??
October 25th, 2010 at 9:57 pm
I think Dungy is done.
Dont think the owner of the Broncos wont offer Gruden the house to stick it to AL. I would include SD on that one too!
Gruden to SF is no lock! Would you take the 9ers with A Smith as your Qb? Not exactly an ideal spot.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
63.SnB Production Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:51 pm
IslandRaider,
Gotta have Ford, Miller and JLH with more reps. Both sides of the ball looked great because players were making plays across the board. Veldheer held it down at LT and filled in nicely at Center….again play the best players…
And the best players to play should be based solely on production and NOT potential!
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Ford, ZM and JLH, goes without saying. Gotta play the best based on production for sure. I do feel Cable sees Nick M as a guy he can bring in off the bench after reading the q & a.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Broncos = Gruden…..just like they did with Shanahan
October 25th, 2010 at 10:05 pm
# Mistabr0wn Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:57 pm
Gruden to SF is no lock! Would you take the 9ers with A Smith as your Qb? Not exactly an ideal spot.
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If SF delivers a 1-15 which is entirely possible they will have the #1 or #2 pick. The Stanford QB Luck may be moving just down the road. the QB pickings are supposed to be thin this time around but that doesn’t mean the top 1 or 2 QB prospects won’t be outstanding. SF has receivers and a running game. They have the makings of a good O-line. Their D is respectable. They are a QB away from being a real team. All that being said, I really don’t want to see Gruden going over here. Come here or nowhere.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:05 pm
So if these coaches come back into the league it means bad things for the Raiders or for their own teams. Cowher is an average coach, Gruden had trouble beating anybody after he won with Dungy’s team.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:05 pm
# JB Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
# 30 year raider Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 9:21 pm
lets talk about this for a min- nick miller…the guy has been on the sidelines for 7weeks.. right WHY SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHY???? WE KEEP HIM ALL OF LAST YR ON TH IR…. COMES BACK THIS YR HEALTHY DOESNT GET A OPPORTUNITY TILL GUYS GO DOWN!!! WTF IS WRONG WITH SANJAY LAL….THATS THE PROBLEM SANJAY LAL FIRE THAT MONKEY NO EYE FOR TALENT!!! CANT HAVE SOME GUYS TEACHING OURS BOYS WHOS ONLY COACHED HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDGET BALL!!!GET THAT FOREIGNER OFF THE STAFF ASAP!!!
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Correction: He was NOT on IR last year. More importantly he was injured and probably should have put him on IR but instead, someone thought enough of his abilities to keep him on the active roster fro 15 WEEKS! Why isn’t he starting in the slot?
I don’t know who actually makes those choices but whomever it is, GET YOUR SCHIT TOGETHER! You’ve got a secret weapon, use it!!!!
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thanks jb for the correction… your right 100%!!! this guy neeeds i REPEAT 5-10 TOUCHES ON OFFENSE.. PUT HIM IN THE SLOT QUICK SLANTS… LINE HIM ON THE OUTSIDE END AROUNDS… OR JUST SEND HIM FOR A FLY PATTERN AND WATCH HIM GO UP AND GET THE BALL!!
October 25th, 2010 at 10:06 pm
FUNNY HOW THAT MORON BAUCE HASNT BEEN ON HERE!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 10:07 pm
So if Cowher is an average Coach..whats Cable?
October 25th, 2010 at 10:08 pm
BAUCE HAS RIPPED MILLER FOR MONTHS, HELL SINCE LAST YR FOR THAT MATTER…HE BETTER ADMIT HE IS DEAD WRONG ABOUT N. MILLER
October 25th, 2010 at 10:08 pm
What did Bauce do to you 30?
October 25th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
psst… trading dealine passed,
and for the record Mr. Nnamdi Asomugha is worth Miles Austin plus a 2nd round draft choice & a Barber.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
cable’s an average coach as well, Bill Cowher got knocked out of te playoffs time and time again with great teams. He coaches just like Marty not to lose. he’s boring. Gruden’s offense is boring I’d take Hujacks offense over Gruden’s anyday and twice on Sunday.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:12 pm
Mr. Nick Miller will start after the bye week and he should be given a new jersey number, jersey # 25.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:12 pm
Dallas, SF, and SD all have very good talent. The problem is coaching. SF is an avg QB away from being an above avg team. The sad part is SF will get a very high draft pick and get a very good QB. I have watched some of Luck and he’s pretty good.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:13 pm
Nick is 2nd string on the Raiders’ updated depth chart at WR (1st string at PR).
October 25th, 2010 at 10:13 pm
# RaiderRetribution Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
psst… trading dealine passed,
and for the record Mr. Nnamdi Asomugha is worth Miles Austin plus a 2nd round draft choice & a Barber.
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would not mind bringin justin hartwig for a looksey… see what kind of playin shape hes in… hes only been out for 7-8 weeks
October 25th, 2010 at 10:15 pm
TJ,
Why do you make such rediculous comments time and again? You’re bagging on Cowher?
October 25th, 2010 at 10:15 pm
# RaiderRetribution Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 10:12 pm
Mr. Nick Miller will start after the bye week and he should be given a new jersey number, jersey # 25.
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lol… i like the guy, hell love em but easy on the freddy b #25
October 25th, 2010 at 10:15 pm
Anybody got a highlite link to N Millers catch yesterday?
October 25th, 2010 at 10:16 pm
Raiders need to go all out next two Sundays
a 5-4 winning record and 3-0 divioanl record is on the line.
These two games are at home, so they are crucial to the season.
rest will come week ten
team will be fresh going into the final seven games.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:16 pm
later NATION!!! LETS GET 2 IN A ROW!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 10:17 pm
# RaiderRetribution Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 10:13 pm
Nick is 2nd string on the Raiders’ updated depth chart at WR (1st string at PR).
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Good find and that was changed. Before he never appeared under the WR category. I also noted that he’s #2 behind Murphy. With Murphy being hurt, are we to assume that he’ll be starting next week? Damn, I hope so. I’d rather see him as the #3 WR out of the slot but I’ll take whatever they give him.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:18 pm
30 yr fixed rate, thanks for figuring out the not so complex reading between the lines, Nick does need to prove himself a great deal more.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:31 pm
Cowher is just an avg. coach.I don’t think he wants back into the NFL.Probably take some high profile college job.These guys aren’t stupid.They see how difficult it is for others when they come back and are expected to be saviors.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:32 pm
Our next problem to deal with, 2011 Free Agents:
•Bruce Gradkowski*
•MHenderson
•Robert Gallery*
•Michael Bush*
•Johnnie Lee Higgins
•Zach Miller*
•Kalif Barnes
•Sampson Satele
•Richard Seymore*
•Thomas Howard
•Ricky Brown
•Sanford Routt*
•Hiram Eugene
*Absolutely must keep IMO
Maybe it’s a good thing we don’t have a #1 pick next year. We are going to be needing the funds.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:32 pm
http://sports.yahoo.com/sportsminute
atleast our wrs dont do this haha.
And Veldheer, has anyone heard an announcer call out an offensive linemen’s name that many times in a game for making good blocks?
October 25th, 2010 at 10:34 pm
JB,
Truth is the only guy on that list that deserves the bank is Zach Miller.
The rest won’t be asking for big money and nor should they.
Bush could get some attention from teams like Tampa, Washington or Green Bay…
October 25th, 2010 at 10:37 pm
Seymore will get some bucks too. We’ve got to protect our investment of a #1 pick traded for him. He still probably our best D-lineman right now.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
What happens is you guy’s fall in love with names. Those guy’s have names sop you think they have some magic powers others don’t have. I think Cable has the ability to be a better coach than Cower. Cower didn’t know X’s and O’s didn’t have a cllue wjhen it came to strategy he just had great talent and great coache sunder him like Wheisenhunt and Mullarkey and Lebaeu. He was insprational and a good motivator but he was Mike Singletary with a much better staff and players………..period.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
JB,
On Seymour, you have to be careful not to break the bank for a Lineman that is getting up there.
If he can come through this year with a difference making performance, then pay him with incentives….if he’s just a decent player…you don’t break the bank.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:44 pm
He didn’t say “I’m Geeked” in a press conference did he? I mean I know its a record setting day, a beautiful Donkey Stomp and Veldher was outstanding (3 rookie fs pens not withstanding) but “your geeked?” D@mn.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:46 pm
Nick Miller the DB killer. Makes me laugh.
He might get some PT with Louis hurting. Bruised sternum hurts.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:46 pm
If the team wants them,everyone on that list will be back.Bush will be restricted and with N.Miller and Ford the one who might not be back is JLH and maybe Brown although the team seems to like him-versitle and a good ST player.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:50 pm
Lefty,
Yeah, JLH could be the odd man out. Although I would keep him over DHB……
October 25th, 2010 at 10:51 pm
One of Veldheer’s false starts saved our first touchdown drive of the day. Campbell threw an incomplete pass on third down, but it was taken away by Veldheer’s false start.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:52 pm
Priest,I wouldn’t go so far as saying he is Singletary.He was better than Mike S but he did coach for a much more stable org.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:53 pm
# SnB Production Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
JB,
On Seymour, you have to be careful not to break the bank for a Lineman that is getting up there.
If he can come through this year with a difference making performance, then pay him with incentives….if he’s just a decent player…you don’t break the bank.
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Good point & observation. He is still our strongest D-lineman as of now.
I like the incentive clause – a base package of $4,000,000 & maybe +$25,000 per sack, +$500,000. if selected as 1st team pro Bowl, +$10,000 per tackle, +$25,000 per blocked kick, +$50,00 per game where total running yards are less than 100, +50,000 for every winning playoff game, +$100,000 for every winning championship game, +$250,000 for winning the Super Bowl. That would be a good start.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:55 pm
Keep JLH over DHB-you’ve got to be kidding.Before this year people wanted McFadden gone too.Now look at what we’ve got in him.The same could happen to DHB-he has waaaaaaaay too much potential to give up on after 1 1/2 seasons.
October 25th, 2010 at 10:59 pm
Lefty,
I am about out of the potential business. Give me production on the field brotha.
DMAC’s problem was staying healthy. DHB? I am trying to figure out how he goes entire games with no meaningful catches….
Not to worry, DHB is not going anywhere, gets paid too much…but if JLH got as many reps as DHB, I think he would have more receptions
October 25th, 2010 at 11:01 pm
DMAC’s other problem was Justin Fargas steeling reps……
October 25th, 2010 at 11:01 pm
We are winning the next two. 5-4 at the bye.
Schillens comes back after the bye, we are all good. Nick will have a more consistent role by then, it’s all good.
McFadden on track to break 1500 all purpose yards this year. I would even say 1000+ rushing, with maybe 10+ TDs.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:04 pm
Yeah Lefty12 I was just trying to make a point. I think Singletary stinks quite frankly. But my point is they think just because someone doesn’t have a name they aren’t good coaches and I think Cable is a very decent coach who could be very good in time. Cable has exocised a lot of demons on this team he’s been very honest in his approach. The players see his vision you don’t do what we did last week if you don’t.
But because he doesn’t hav a SB win on his resume they think he can’t coach. many have failed miserably at what Cable is doing successfully. It’s 10x’s harder to change a culture such as the one we had than to go somewhere like Dallas and win. Cower inherited a very good team he was just the gatekeeper at first.
If we make the playoffs Cable will have done a monumental job this team was playing for checks 2 years ago they didn’t even care if they won.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:05 pm
The chicken and the egg-he can’t get receptions when the QB doesn’t throw him the ball.And don’t try the he isn’t open BS because he is getting open.I love how everyone completely overlooks the important receptions he made at the end of the STL and Ariz. games plus the two key penalties he got called on him in those games.He is disliked and scrutinized because he was drafted where almost everyone considers to be too high-that wasn’t his fault.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:06 pm
DHB is not a “natural” WR but that’s not to say he can’t learn. He’s got the size, speed and stature. He’s young and needs to develop. It would be nice if he was competent from the get go but, he isn’t. Dmac sucked for 2.5 years and then all of a sudden voila, top of the heap. Let’s hope DHB can follow along the same lines. I also think DHB’s growth was stunted by having to play with terrible QB’s.
JLH is fast but you never know who’s going to show up. He’s also demonstrated that he can be blown-up and take a long time to recover. To me, JLH is expendable.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Priest,you know I am a Cable guy.I think he has done wonders with the team.I don’t know if we make the playoffs or he keeps his job,but in my opinion he should.What I find humorous about the hole situation is a couple of years ago everyone was complaining about stability.Cable is providing that and the same ones who complained before were the 1st ones to call for his head,namely because he isn’t who they wanted and as you say he didn’t have a big name.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Lefty,
Just produce. I am done trying to figure it all out. This team goes out and puts up 59 points…beats San Diego for the 1st time ever…and has been in every game this year with the exception of Tennessee.
Play the players that are producing to get those victories. I just want wins..
I could care less about draft status, or “not getting open” etc…somehow Nick Miller is 1 reception on 1 target and J. Ford 2 receptions on 3 targets.
I want catches, yards and all that stuff that contributes to WINNING….
potential can wait for training camp
October 25th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
Give n miles more playing time! Hope Lmurphy is ok, Is chaz ever coming back? J Campbell did ok but I need to see more consistency! He plays good with a good running game but shaky when he has tomake plays on his own, I’ll be there this weekend tailgating as usual go raiders
October 25th, 2010 at 11:16 pm
I think either yu guy’s do not watch this team or you have predetermined ideas when you do. JLH spends a lot of time on the field. DHB gets reps because he is a rare athlete he is the biggest strongest WR we have yes he’s developing. Which is lost on most of you, but they all are including Murphy.
I just don’t think you understand how big of a weapn DHB can be at 6′2″ 220 as he gets better there is no DB that can cover that guy even now. If he can get on the same page with a starting QB whoever that is you’ll see a very rare player in this league.
Our QB’s are still developing hopfully when Grads gets healthy he’ll pick up where he left off with DHB because it helps us if DHB is productive. Before the season is over I think you’ll all see that.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:17 pm
JB,agreed.Who knows how far along DHB would be if he was playing for a good QB ,or even the same mediocre QB his whole time here.To be honest,I don’t think he has dropped many balls this year,but I must admit,I’m not one who keeps count.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:19 pm
I loved the play calling this week, we ran some kind of pistol offensive that worked well, even a bootleg for a touchdown to miller, keep the aggressive nature on offense
October 25th, 2010 at 11:20 pm
Yeah Priesttj,
But I am sticking with the lineup that went out there and kicked some backside today. I am not messing with that at all. Run with them for now.
The team clearly is capable, but not consistent. Part of that is again, gotta make those plays.
That Nick Miller catch was on 3rd and 9 and set up a TD…and moved the chains…
Right now I would have to put the development stuff on ice. Get the guys in there that are getting it done.
Veldheer should be the LT if Satele can go at Center…stuff like that.
Team needs to get momentum right now. We can develop players later….winning these next 2 games are everything.
Sellout to get it done
October 25th, 2010 at 11:22 pm
Lefty,
For better or worse, DHB is on THIS team. So find away to make life easier for the QBs given the challenges.
If Ford, Miller and Murphy can get it done….DHB should be able to as well.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:22 pm
DHB is still a year or two away from making any big impact!!!! Period……… why is it that Murphy plays Si well and not DHB, I hope he proves me wrong because I like what he has to offer
October 25th, 2010 at 11:23 pm
All about PRODUCTION folks.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:23 pm
S&B,you miss the point.He has been productive when he has been targeted.Grads threw him the ball with success.Until this last game JC didn’t target his WRS,except Murphy once in a great while.If you noticed both Ford and N.Miller made plays AFTER Murphy left the game with an injury forcing JC to look for them.Same with the INT against JLH in the end zone.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:24 pm
This will be the week we win two in a row, mark my words,
October 25th, 2010 at 11:26 pm
SnB get a clue man, do you think Nick Miller isn’t developing? lol DHB has done those exact things of which you speak and yet he doesn’t get credit in here because of the expectations. DHB made some HUGE plays and would’ve made many more if he had a QB that threw to him. Pull your head out man!!!
October 25th, 2010 at 11:26 pm
Grads threw him the ball how many times to get those yards?
I am not saying DHB goes to the bench…but he doesn’t get teh reps of a starter either….like JHill said, put him with Nick Miller and Ford and JLH and even Murphy when/if Schilens gets back.
Let the guy that PRODUCES on the field get more reps.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:27 pm
If Murphy can’t go our receivers will have to step up, and they will as long as DMC does his thing, he is our focal point!
October 25th, 2010 at 11:30 pm
I agree I want production, that’s it
October 25th, 2010 at 11:31 pm
Priesttj,
How many chances has Miller been given? 1! How many chances has Ford been given?
What I am saying is that these other receivers need to be on the field a lot more than they have to date. Yesterday they made plays and helped the team win.
I want to see them get the chance to develop too. especially when the two guys in front of them have not stood out and SEIZED THE JOB YET.
Same with the QBs. Bruce Gradkowski hasn’t seized the job yet and should not be entitled to the whole “can’t loose a job to injury” thing. Let Jason Campbell go while he has the hot hand….if he can’t go then switch back to Gradkowski,
Winning against S.D and the beatdown in Denver means more than all the other stuff I hear. The team has about 20 starting jobs up for grabs right now. Let this be a fierce competition where production determines the winner!
October 25th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
Am I talking to my 4 year old granddaughter?HE IS PRODUCTIVE WHEN THEY THROW HIM THE BALL.HE MADE THE 2 KEY CATCHES AT THE END OF THE STL AND ARIZ GAMES>.HE DREW @ KEY PENALTIES TO KEEP DRIVES ALIVE IN BOTH THOSE GAMES.That is PRODUCTION.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
130.707raiders Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 11:30 pm
I agree I want production, that’s it
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Agreed! Can’t move the chains or score touchdowns without actual yards per carry, receptions, complete passes and O-Lineman that actually block.
Let’s talk about wins…not “some day or tomorrow and ifs, but and whens”
October 25th, 2010 at 11:33 pm
he drew 2 key penalties
October 25th, 2010 at 11:33 pm
That makes about as much sense as putting DMC on the bench 2 years ago, he wasn’t producing either. You don’t lck up someone with that kind of ability and potential because some fans don’t like him. DHB needs as many reps as he can get now who is on the field with him is another matter. JLH Miller and Ford can get alot of reps in the process. I can believe how clueless you guy’s are about this. Have some degree of perspective damn.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Right now, DHB is handicapped because our current QB’s don’t have what I call strong arms. Grads is not all that accurate & JC can’t seem to throw a fastball. He lobs everything and DHB needs that long ball on a string. DHB has not yet mastered the precision route – where a last minute zig or zag creates the separation. When he does separate, JC’s pass just takes too long to get there. I think DHB would have developed faster with a different type of passer. He’ll get there but it’s going to take more time.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
WTF!
Little Nickey makes “one” nice catch, does an above average job running kicks back, and some of the a$$ hats in here are building a Miller statue out front of the coliseum.
30 Year hang off Millers nuts some more please.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
Priesttj,
DMAC didn’t get the reps because he wasn’t healthy….that was his big issue…..it wasn’t like DMAC had 32 starts and averaged 50 yards rushing in each of those games!
Miller certainly deserves more time….Ford on the end arounds and a couple of catches…
Play the guy that makes the most catches and gains the most yards.
Team is in the potential thick of a playoff run. Now is NOT the time for teaching on the go. These are all young players…let them compete…screw draft status.
Miller and Ford deserve as much opportunity as DHB.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:44 pm
I do agree I like Miller everyone knows that. No one is saying those guy’s can’t play and get reps I think they should and believe very strongly that they will. But I’m tired of the DHB bashing for something that’s not his fault. Our entire offense has just come out of the garage give it time dude. We haven’t has the same QB for 3 straight games yet. That has more to do with it thananything DHB didn’t do.
I want to see Nick and Ford as well but to sit DHB is ludicrous………….period
October 25th, 2010 at 11:44 pm
Satele needs to get over his head ache, so Veldheer can keep his LT position. He was cracking me up. One play he is blowing his man up, the next play he false starts like the rookie he is. It is good to see the he is making progress.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:47 pm
TJ, DHB isnt going anywhere. He has at the least two more years on this roster even if he never catches another ball. period
October 25th, 2010 at 11:48 pm
SnB you hopeless dude if you don’t think they’re teaching Ford and Miller on the go then you are clueless. Ford and Miller are no where near polished rec’s nt in any stretch.
As I said take your head out dude!!
October 25th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
Can you really blame Veldheer for false starting at mile high? there were probably 500 people at hillsdale games. He will do better at home next week hopefully
October 25th, 2010 at 11:51 pm
# SnB Production Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
Team is in the potential thick of a playoff run.
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PLAYOFFS? PLAYOFFS?
Oh the comedy.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:53 pm
# 100PercentRaider Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
Can you really blame Veldheer for false starting at mile high? there were probably 500 people at hillsdale games. He will do better at home next week hopefully
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+1000
That is what made his play so enjoyable. You could see him battling, then pull a rook move. Seriously enjoyed watching the young man battle.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:57 pm
I totally understand people wanting to see more N.Miller,I’ve wanted to see him for the last 1 1/2 years myself.But to brag about his production after 1(one) catch is stretching things especially since the guy they dislike had 4(four) plays in 2 games that were just as big.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:59 pm
# 100PercentRaider Says:
October 25th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
Can you really blame Veldheer for false starting at mile high? there were probably 500 people at hillsdale games. He will do better at home next week hopefully
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If this kid ends up being our new LT starter, which it appears he will, he will have been a real steal in the 3rd round. From what I’ve seen he’s very bright, learns quickly, pass blocks extremely well and is an excellent run blocker. Additionally, can adapt to other positions quickly. This kid is a keeper. Most good LT’s are a result of a first round pick. To find someone like him in the third was brilliant. Probably because he came from a small school. Now we need BCampbell tp come around quickly for either the RG or RT position, preferably RT. We can move MHenderson to RG. Then all that is left is a center and that can be Mike Pouncey from next year’s draft. Now were talking about a line that can go with a ZBS or can stand toe to toe and smash mouth it out with the opposition.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:01 am
Drexl I aint the lleast bit worried about DHB going anywhere these guy’s in here dn’t make decisions the coaches do. I’m just trying get a fellow fan to get a clue is all.
DHB will be the starter on this football team as long as he cntinues to improve and work his ass off like he’s been doing.
These guy’s in here just don’t like him because of his draft status and and the fact that he’s not an instant superstar.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:01 am
Man,I have a feeling our Oline is going to be something before too long.JV looks like he will be an outstanding LT and BC hopefully will be just as good or better at RG.Young,powerful,quick guys.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:04 am
tj, you said the same of Russell just days before his release.
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Priesttj Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 12:01 am
DHB will be the starter on this football team as long as he cntinues to improve and work his ass off like he’s been doing.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:04 am
It seemed like Cable would be open to moving MHenderson around on the line. That could be a good idea, he wouldnt see the same talented pass rushers at RT and it might motivate him a little bit. Did anyone happen to see if BCampbell got in the game at all?
October 26th, 2010 at 12:05 am
Lefty12 I agree Vledheer has a lot pof what it takes to be great at that spot. Mario has a passive mentality and you cna’t be like that there. Veldheer is much better siuted for the LT spot. That brings up another of my issues with guy’s in here when they say we didn’t address the Oline in the draft.
Yopu just have to scratch your head and wonder what the hell they’re thinking. We draft two Olineman and we didn’t address the Oline?????????? Go figure??!!
October 26th, 2010 at 12:07 am
BC did get in the game-late.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:15 am
Did he??
October 26th, 2010 at 12:16 am
We didn’t take the 3rd or 4th best OT so they think we overlooked the position.Most people can’t see the way the Raiders treat the draft.Right or wrong,Davis treats it like colleges do recruiting.He goes after blue chippers with potential,then fill in the team with quality players in the lower rds.Sometimes those blue chippers pan out,sometimes they don’t.But I don’t think he’d take a lesser player at one position if he feels he can get the best player at another position.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:17 am
watching NFL playbook. The promoe for the weeks best of the best features a shot of DMacs stiff arm. Loving it.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:19 am
I saw him on the field after one of Bollers runs.Actually at that point I was so happy,I admit I wasn’t paying that much attention.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:22 am
Lefty12
Of course he wouldn’t if you understand the draft which I’ve spent many years studying you don’t take a lessor talent when a great talent is available at another need position. You wait and get good value at that position later in the draft.
That’s exactly what we did with Veldheer and Campbell rather than pass on McClain and reach at a player we feel is not as good just to say will addressed the position.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:26 am
Another thing I haven’t mentioned but this competition at QB is very good in that it makes Campbell and Grads raise their level of play in order to stay a starter. You can see how much harder Campbell competed this past Sunday. If he wants that job back he has to play at a high level n a consistent basis nothing less will be tolerated.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:26 am
Just win baby
October 26th, 2010 at 12:31 am
It can’t hurt either one of them or the team.Well,I’m done for the night-minyonna.
October 26th, 2010 at 12:34 am
Adios Left!!
October 26th, 2010 at 1:20 am
Keep those Gruden to SF or Denver rumors rolling. Nothing could be better for those of us who want Gruden back in Oakland. Al would do everything he could to prevent them from getting him.
October 26th, 2010 at 1:25 am
163.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 1:20 am
Keep those Gruden to SF or Denver rumors rolling. Nothing could be better for those of us who want Gruden back in Oakland. Al would do everything he could to prevent them from getting him.
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Cool
October 26th, 2010 at 1:45 am
By Mike Klis
The Denver Post
Posted: 10/26/2010 01:00:00 AM MDT
Pat Bowlen (Denver Post file photo)From behind the largest desks at Dove Valley, there is silence.
Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and his right-hand man, Joe Ellis, are well aware of the uproar stirring from the team’s fan base after the 59-14 pasting Denver received Sunday from the rival Oakland Raiders.
Much of the fan’s discontent is directed at Broncos coach Josh McDaniels. Since a 6-0 start in his coaching tenure, the Broncos have lost 13 of their past 17 games.
They are 2-5 this season heading into Sunday’s game against the 1-6 San Francisco 49ers in London.
After the debacle Sunday, Bowlen declined comment as he walked through the empty home locker room at Invesco Field at Mile High. Bowlen has been increasingly deferring public statement to Ellis in the past nine months or so.
But Ellis also declined a Denver Post request for comment Monday.
Perhaps Bowlen and Ellis understand no matter what they say, their words would only inflame the raw emotions that exist after the Broncos’ historic blowout loss to their most detested rival.
The 59 points were the most scored by the Raiders in their 51-season history and tied for the most allowed by the Broncos.
Where McDaniels has experienced his greatest struggle is in home games against AFC West opponents.
He is 0-4, including such lopsided defeats as 32-3 to San Diego, 44-24 to then 3-12 Kansas City and now 59-14 to the Raiders, who haven’t won more than five games in a season since 2002.
The Broncos will resume practice today. They will fly to London after practice Thursday.
Read more: Ellis joins Broncos owner Bowlen in refusing to comment after giant defeat – The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_16433412#ixzz13S7OdZq2
October 26th, 2010 at 3:49 am
I was at the Game at Mile High on Sunday. It sure was nice to se there so called Fans streaming out at the end of the 3rd quarter. The radio talk shows out here were acting like the Broncos gave it away and the Raiders really didn’t beat them! 59 to 14 and the Raiders didn’t beat them! COME ON MAN!
October 26th, 2010 at 4:50 am
Al has the NFL right where he wants it.
He is putting together another SB team.
I think he sticks with Cable if we keep improving this year but Al knows his greatest need is another washed up QB to pick his nuts up off the ground and lead the Raiders.
I am thinking it will be Cutler.
October 26th, 2010 at 5:51 am
Someone posted a list of impending UFAs upthread. Biggest names are Grads, Gallery, MBush, ZMiller and Seymour. If we want to keep those guys–especially Miller and Seymour–then putting together a run from here on out is absolutely critical. Finishing at least 8-8 (MAYBE 7-9) is so crucial to convince those guys things are turning around in Oakland and if they stay with the team, they can win.
The franchise tag may not even exist in the next CBA, so it’s not like we’re guaranteed to keep either Miller or Seymour.
October 26th, 2010 at 5:55 am
Some of us have to calm down, it was denver a team that we knew wasnt gonna run the ball. We cant talk until we win a few games in a row and stop the run from strong running teams. beating the donkeys is always the best and KC. But we havent done anything yet and I hope cable and staff will be gone. We are only stopping what needs to happen Gruden and a GM and AL like the late yankees owner let go and give some power so we all can be one of the top 5 teams in the league. Dont win some big games against divion rivals and get us all excited and then not make play offs . Even the Valdeer talk of how great he played is too much, he hasnt played any awesome pass rushing end yet and our WR arent nice. Were a young team not put together perfect but growing slowly. Keep growing and lets see what happens. We beat Seatle and then KC when that game comes. I ll start getting excited but this team is well not put together well. And A thought Im a jason campbell guy BUT raiderfan first. Its really something the team has gotten the biggest wins DENVER ..CHARGERS. HELL IF KC we have a QB war. I still am not happy with his WILL AND DRIVE TO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE HIS STARTING JOB AWAY. GO RAIDERS
October 26th, 2010 at 5:58 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
Good post Que…we have to win more than one every other week…
October 26th, 2010 at 6:01 am
Good My Raider Bro
October 26th, 2010 at 6:07 am
O HOW I LONG 4 THE DAYS WHEN IT IS BIG NEWS WHEN THE RAIDERS LOSE,NOT WOT WHEN THEY WIN..
October 26th, 2010 at 6:12 am
Cornerback Chris Johnson and defensive end Matt Shaughnessy joined center Samson Satele as players who sustained concussions against Denver.
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crap!
October 26th, 2010 at 6:28 am
I know right…now its huge news when the Raiders win, let alone hand out a beating…the world is like, Wow…
F that…we need to get back to the nastiness that was once the Raiders…no matter how long ago that was and how the rules have changed…it still can be done!
October 26th, 2010 at 6:29 am
I think Samson will be fine
-Tom Cable
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whew!
Veldheer at LT, Satele at C
McBush in the backfield = BEAST MODE!
October 26th, 2010 at 6:30 am
good morning Dirt Lot, Hwnrdr, Que, PA, Plunk …
October 26th, 2010 at 6:33 am
I wish Norco Bob’s janitor friend still worked at the Coliseum …
we could send that “insider” to go sneeze in decoy DHB’s face. then shoulder check stone hands Murphy
more Higgins, Ford and Nmiller please!
October 26th, 2010 at 6:34 am
Morning Rockstar…
Do any of you feel a let down coming AT HOME?
I surely hope not…can’t wait to get back to the coliseum…
October 26th, 2010 at 6:43 am
Do any of you feel a let down coming AT HOME?
I surely hope not…
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if you read Cable’s comments, I feel much better than I did after the SD win. He didn’t say OVER THE HUMP, dismissed the “turn the corner” question and the “back 2 back wins” question.
he didn’t say anything stupid like Nnamdi saying “we’ve arrived”. We’re going to focus on our mistakes, correct them and get ready for Seattle
We’re 2-0 in division games and if Cable was a Raiders fan growing up he knows that Seattle was once an AFC West rival. Let’s pretend they still are. Punch them in the mouth! Coach says we are not going to let up
October 26th, 2010 at 6:46 am
Funny that 80 percent of this blog wanted to trade DMAC for Marshawn Lynch in the offseason.
Now we get to face him and find out who the better back is!
Last time they had a face-off DMAC had turf toe on both feet and Marshawn trucked my boy Kirk Morrison
October 26th, 2010 at 6:56 am
Veldheer at LT, Satele at C
McBush in the backfield = BEAST MODE!
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Preach it, RRS.
People wanted to trade McFadden for Marshawn Lynch? Wow.
October 26th, 2010 at 6:57 am
If DMac and Zach aren’t voted into the Pro Bowl, they should discontinue the whole thing.
October 26th, 2010 at 6:57 am
Darren McFadden getten props in USATODAY. We have to have a good game next week.
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/2010-10-25-three-and-out_N.htm
October 26th, 2010 at 6:58 am
SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 6:57 am
If DMac and Zach aren’t voted into the Pro Bowl, they should discontinue the whole thing.
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They need some more big games to seal the deal and DMAC has to stay healthy to the end of the season.
October 26th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Still wish they’d pick up Frank Okam off waivers. I’m not saying the guy is a long term answer or anything, but it’d be nice to have a 350 pound behemoth in the middle the next two weeks until Henderson is back after the bye (hopefully). Then just cut him with no worries.
October 26th, 2010 at 6:59 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 6:46 am
Funny that 80 percent of this blog wanted to trade DMAC for Marshawn Lynch in the offseason.
Now we get to face him and find out who the better back is!
Last time they had a face-off DMAC had turf toe on both feet and Marshawn trucked my boy Kirk Morrison
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True, true but for the record I never wanted to trade DMAC but I did call him D-McMuffin because he was hurt so much.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:00 am
The way Dmac was playing on Sunday was insane! I have not seen running like that since Bo Jackson!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:04 am
Good Morning Raider Nation. 2 meetings in, and I don’t feel like reading 23 unread emails, what’s the topic of interest this morning?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:05 am
I cant believe that anyone at anytime wanted Marshawn Lynch even as a backup to DMC/Bush.
That’s wild.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:06 am
McFadden is still so young. Just turned 23 in August. (For comparison’s sake, Jared Veldheer is actually 2 months *older*.) If he can stay healthy, we could be seeing the start of something special.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:07 am
2 meetings in, and I don’t feel like reading 23 unread emails, what’s the topic of interest this morning?
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LOL
good morning Jimbo, I feel your pain
I have a meeting in 25 minutes, really not interested
Maybe i’ll just present them with some stats from the Raider/Donk game!?!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:07 am
Big Mike Williams has been very good this year, running really nice routes. I hope that Nnamdi is covering him.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:07 am
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/players/24044/photos;_ylt=AibSgbJmms7IQMNU6GzhKkf.uLYF?slug=19a571d0f4035c57c5da43cbee1f4ddd-getty-98591945je017_oakland
Left tackle of the future? I hope so.
Arms look long enough to me!
Cable’s right though. Like 90 percent of the dude’s height is in his torso.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:08 am
Still wish they’d pick up Frank Okam off waivers. I’m not saying the guy is a long term answer or anything, but it’d be nice to have a 350 pound behemoth in the middle the next two weeks until Henderson is back after the bye (hopefully). Then just cut him with no worries.
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yes PA yes!
pass around a sign up sheet
all in favor?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:08 am
Jimbo Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:05 am
I cant believe that anyone at anytime wanted Marshawn Lynch even as a backup to DMC/Bush.
That’s wild.
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People are insane, man. Lynch will never play up to his draft status.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:10 am
I really can’t believe that I get paid to sit in teleconferences where Chiefs complain about not having information that they are supposed to review daily.
It goes to the old saying, better to stay quiet and leave them guessing if your a complete idiot, than open your mouth and confirm it.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:10 am
I think BSJ compared DMAC to JaMarcus Russell at least 3 times from Feb to August!
where ya at Bo?
please confirm or deny …
October 26th, 2010 at 7:12 am
SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:07 am
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/players/24044/photos;_ylt=AibSgbJmms7IQMNU6GzhKkf.uLYF?slug=19a571d0f4035c57c5da43cbee1f4ddd-getty-98591945je017_oakland
Left tackle of the future? I hope so.
Arms look long enough to me!
Cable’s right though. Like 90 percent of the dude’s height is in his torso.
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I love big V’s game. His unique torso gives him leverage that I think actually expand his wing span, if you consider his hip swivel. And Bob Gallery is really coaching him up after the penalties.
This guy could be our LT of the future for years to come!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:13 am
People I kept/am keeping the faith on: DMac, Nick Miller, RoMac, MM34
People I’ve thrown under the bus: Huff, Branch, DHB
(Hope they all prove me wrong!)
October 26th, 2010 at 7:13 am
yes PA yes!
pass around a sign up sheet
all in favor?
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Aye!!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:13 am
I too have thrown DHB under the bus already.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:14 am
Trade DMAC for Marshawn Lynch!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:14 am
pass around a sign up sheet
all in favor?
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If you and I agree, that’s all it takes, man. Semi-pro bloggers and GMs!
Seriously, though, I can’t imagine why anyone would be opposed to the idea. That’s the beauty of the NFL’s non guaranteed contracts. Pick a guy up for a week or two and then cut him. Easy to plug holes.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:16 am
Just kidding…
October 26th, 2010 at 7:19 am
Big V reminds me of those 30 foot trolls that swung at the castle doors in the Lord of the Rings movies.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:19 am
I can’t wait for RealAlDavisRaider to go off on TN coach Dooley who compared his team to the Nazis on D-Day. Was nothing offensive but MR will doubless disagree.
http://www.mrsec.com/2010/10/nazi-talk-earns-uts-dooley-national-attention/
October 26th, 2010 at 7:19 am
I love big V’s game. His unique torso gives him leverage that I think actually expand his wing span, if you consider his hip swivel. And Bob Gallery is really coaching him up after the penalties.
This guy could be our LT of the future for years to come
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Can’t wait to see him at LT in the next few games. If his run blocking is already that good, once he develops as a pass protector…could be awesome.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:24 am
You know I keep looking for some of you guys to give AL some cred, If you think about it how on earth would Cable and Hue be able to bench campbell and move mario and make some of the moves. I think AL is still Al and hard but he has sat back a little and said something. I hope it means a gm and gruden still.. I agree with all the post of recent of how we need to get back to being hated for being good and nasty and still winning. GO RAIDERS
October 26th, 2010 at 7:25 am
The Democratic candidate for Rhode Island governor Frank Caprio says Barook can shove it
LOL!
BSJ, thoughts?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:28 am
MEETING. BBL
October 26th, 2010 at 7:29 am
We should have made a concerted effort to give seabass a shot at the record. Nothing like some icing on that cake
October 26th, 2010 at 7:29 am
Been let down too many times to feel like we have “turned the corner” or are “over the hump”.
Is 2 straight wins too much to ask for?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:30 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:28 am
MEETING. BBL
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have fun!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:32 am
I didn’t realize Sam Wyche actually kicked a FG with 22 seconds left to get to 61 points. What a jerk!
Glad we flexed our muscles on the 4th and one and went up 45-14, to step on thier throat.
But we were nice to them in the 4th. No one can say we don’t have mercy.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:39 am
Good Morning RR, Jimbo, Bo, 7, Que, & SnB!!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:40 am
SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:13 am
People I kept/am keeping the faith on: DMac, Nick Miller, RoMac, MM34
People I’ve thrown under the bus: Huff, Branch, DHB
(Hope they all prove me wrong!)
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DHB is the only guy in that group I can’t throw under the bus, only because he was never supposed to be great, he tries hard, and I really root for that guy to be ok, since he was forced into this uncomfortable position by a poor draft decision.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Good Morning R8eray
October 26th, 2010 at 7:46 am
Thoughts? Not falling for it RRS.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:47 am
Next season:
Veldheer – Gallery – Wisniewski – Campbell – Gaither?
Looks good on paper…
October 26th, 2010 at 7:48 am
LMAO!!!! The question was aimed at how Mario did in the game. Cable says he did some good things than pumps up Marcel.
LMAO!!! That is code for Mario ain’t doin $#!T. : )
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Q: How did Mario do when he went in to sub for him?
Cable: He did some good things. One thing I was geeked about, and I can’t wait to see him, I haven’t seen him yet today. We got on the goal line when we ran the ball with Marcel for the touchdown and Marcel punched that guy out three yards deep in the end zone. It was a great block. Those are the kinds of things I’ve been trying to bring out of him, and he certainly showed it there, so it was certainly a positive.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:49 am
I think Cable wanted that record of 59 and then decided to relax…I mean, why not right? Bronco’s just could not get nothing going at all…why run it up some more?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:49 am
raiderlaker1980 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:40 am
SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:13 am
People I kept/am keeping the faith on: DMac, Nick Miller, RoMac, MM34
People I’ve thrown under the bus: Huff, Branch, DHB
(Hope they all prove me wrong!)
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DHB is the only guy in that group I can’t throw under the bus, only because he was never supposed to be great, he tries hard, and I really root for that guy to be ok, since he was forced into this uncomfortable position by a poor draft decision.
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Not his fault that he signed the dotted line that gave him $23 million that could have gone to a productive player. I agree. But as hard as he has worked in the offseason, he shows up with lazy routes and constantly complains about getting interfered with, and looks terrible when asked to make a play when even partially covered. His body language is not what I’d expect for his poor performance. He comes off the field with an “aw shucks” smile. He doesn’t seem to care if he succeeds.
When he had the big week to prove himself on the same field as Crabtree, he deflected the conversation, as if to concede the battle.
He’s a body cashing a large paycheck.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:54 am
Jacoby Ford will make up for the DHB draft pick! Take his spot and pass his stats this weeekend in ONE GAME!
October 26th, 2010 at 7:59 am
r8eray Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 7:54 am
Jacoby Ford will make up for the DHB draft pick! Take his spot and pass his stats this weeekend in ONE GAME!
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Agree! Although Ford cost us with a badly deflected pass against the Niners, you can see he actually has good hands and catches with those mitts and doesn’t body catch like both DHB and Murphy do.
I loved that catch by Nick Miller in traffic and Marcel Reese needs to have at least 5 targets a game. He is money as a receiver.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:00 am
What a surprise, Gallery came out of the game with an injury. A mild calf strain. Better check his foot for a hang nail.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:00 am
I can’t help but think how much better the Raiders’ receivers would be if there was just one more veteran around with good hands.
Who are the free agents next season, besides Vincent Jackson?
October 26th, 2010 at 8:03 am
Could Chaz Shilens be left hanging on the roster till wk 16 and then IR him before the last game?
If not, by what week do they cut ties and move on?
October 26th, 2010 at 8:04 am
Wow, the storms that hit Chicago are heading to Toledo . Tornado watches are in effect until 4:00 pm edt. 70+mph winds. Follow the bouncing ball “We’re off to see the Wizard,the wonderful Wizard of Oz.”
October 26th, 2010 at 8:04 am
I don’t see them cutting Chaz until next season. Sadly enough he’s still the best receiver on the roster.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:05 am
I don’t know, but could it be that Cable is a better coach than what we usually give him credit for? I do like a few things he said in that Q&A. I sincerely hope and wish we will look good against Seattle, breaking that damn habit of one good, one bad…
October 26th, 2010 at 8:05 am
exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:04 am
Wow, the storms that hit Chicago are heading to Toledo . Tornado watches are in effect until 4:00 pm edt. 70+mph winds. Follow the bouncing ball “We’re off to see the Wizard,the wonderful Wizard of Oz.”
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It was intense this AM on the way to work. Mondo wind. Cloud formations were awesome!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:07 am
I think I have seen enough of Nick Miller to think he should be given a shot at 40 snaps at WR this Sunday. He could produce some plays for us while they need to sit Murphy who is all messed up. And replace DHB as well, and get more plays to Marcel.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:08 am
I hate bad weather. I can’t appreciate it’s awesomeness. It’s all lost on me I guess.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:08 am
AbusedByAl Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:05 am
I don’t know, but could it be that Cable is a better coach than what we usually give him credit for? I do like a few things he said in that Q&A. I sincerely hope and wish we will look good against Seattle, breaking that damn habit of one good, one bad…
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Cable is excellent at getting the players to be united and play hard. He emphasizes honest competetion and roots out the knuckleheads.
These talents alone make him a huge improvement over our last 4 coaches.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:09 am
Chaz, as much as I want him cut..they won’t cut him!
receiver.
He gets paid the minimum, and is our best
I have a feeling he’ll be back after the bye!
It’s been so long…I forgot how he looks! What number is he?
October 26th, 2010 at 8:10 am
CJ, that Marcel comment you caught above was clearly a typo – there were at least 5 more transcription errors as well. Pretty sure Cable meant that Mario pushed the guy 3 yds. deep for Marcel.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:11 am
Cable for some reason does not like Nick Miller at receiver. WHEN ASKED about Miller and Ford. You know, definitely, in Jacoby’s case, he played a ton of snaps, when Darrius went out, I think he played 10 or 11, so he was forced to play a lot of football, and it wasn’t too big for him, and the more he played in that game yesterday, he actually got better and better as the game went along. So I’m excited about being able to count on him and where he can help this team now. I think his role can expand and is certainly ready to. Nick certainly came in and made a big play. He’s doing a fine job on the punt returns. It’s just good to know some guys we can go to.
Jacoby Ford has no Ball insticts at all. He can run realy fast… so can JLH but niether one of them are “football” players at heart. They are track guys who rely on there speed. If a ball is not placed directly in thee hands they do not have the instincts to make a play for it. Look at the catch that Nick Miller made Sunday. The ball was in the air and he was covered so what did he do. Stuck his foot in the ground and attacked the ball at its highest point. Look at his catches in the past two preseasons. Same thing… he is a Wes Welker type player. He relies on instincts and does whatever has to be done to get open and make a catch. No other receiver on this team other then Murphy last year in the Steelers game makes catches like the one Miller did Sunday. Chaz(and I know you guys like to bash him) when healthy is the only other receiver on this team that has thos natural ball instincts. Cable is going to press the Jacoby Ford thing. Hopefullly when Schillens gets back JLH is the receiver let go if there needs to be one. Miller should be on the field more then Ford.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:17 am
What’s the protocal in the NFL for a concussion?
Do they have to sit out a week min.?
October 26th, 2010 at 8:18 am
C´mon Cable you big ape, turn me into a believer! beat em seagulls!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:21 am
is Gallery made of glass or what?…draft more division 2 offensive linemen, veldheer is an anchor!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:23 am
DMac turned me into a believer. DHB, we are still waiting… Let MM34 mature into a full time safety before you give him the team’s toughest assignment, Al knows we’ve had enough free safeties.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:26 am
Imposter fans at it again. Jc beat the dog piss out of a lot of sunday & sent you home with yellow socks, & people here still want to get rid of him in favor of the garbage we have on the bench. All he has done is deliver two of the biggest wins we have seen the last few years. Dont give me this crap about the bungles or pitt last year, those were meaningless games. We beat division rivals, sent the dischargers into a tail spin, & are still in the hunt after 7 games. Give it a rest.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:28 am
Here’s a guy who oughta make RRS sit up and take notice come draft day:
Phil Taylor a NT out of Baylor. Listed at 6′4″, 340 lbs. But he’s not just some huge fatazz. Dig this: has benched 455 lbs and squatted 665.
He should still be there in the 3rd-5th round range, too, so we can snatch up an offensive lineman like Wisnewski in the 2nd. (Much love to Satele, who’s been good this year, but Wisnewski will be awesome)
October 26th, 2010 at 8:30 am
Macho Man, I’d never play MM34 at free safety. Don’t think he has the skillset to play that position, especially Al’s cherished single deep FS. Mitchell was born to play SS. Let him cover tight ends and hit the sch!t of out of people. Make Branch a backup or trade him for an extra mid-round pick.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:35 am
MM34 @ strong safety sounds nice. If huff leaves we should bring in a vet to play the free, someone like darren sharper who has lost legs but makes up for it with football IQ.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:40 am
229.AbusedByAl Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:05 am
I don’t know, but could it be that Cable is a better coach than what we usually give him credit for? I do like a few things he said in that Q&A. I sincerely hope and wish we will look good against Seattle, breaking that damn habit of one good, one bad…
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You mean the habit of one good and then two or three bad don’t you?
October 26th, 2010 at 8:41 am
You are wrong about dmac, you are wrong about mm34. Next up to shut you up…. DHB!
This kid is a special player that is still learning, i can see that not only will he break out before this season is over, he will become the best receiver on this team by next year. Think about it, murphy has talent, drops passess, lacks toughness in traffic. Our other wides have skills but they lack the size and power. Even thouhgh DHB only had 3 catches in the niner game he finally made the play we have been waiting for, he caught the ball in tje mddle of the field just as the db hammered him to the ground! He is now learning to fight for the ball and absorb contact. These attributes along with his physical gifts will make him very dangerous. Give him more time & force feed him. Lets revisit tjis end of next year, in the mean time stock up on lemomade, you will need itwhen you are eating your words.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:42 am
GOOOOOOO NAVY!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:42 am
mistic1 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:26 am
Imposter fans at it again. Jc beat the dog piss out of a lot of sunday & sent you home with yellow socks, & people here still want to get rid of him in favor of the garbage we have on the bench.
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I remember Jeff George putting up numbers and people saying ‘Gannon??’
People in here will still to this day call Gruden’s offense boring. Best Raider teams in 20 years, put up points by the truckload and was still criticized.
I guess the point is fans defend one guy or another or one idea or offense or another or whatever, but we’re all still fans of the same team.
And you sound like a little kid, man.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:42 am
Trade DHB for Oakglenn!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:42 am
Another name to keep your eye on on the O-line:
-Nate Solder, OT, Colorado – Hard worker, good kid, has the size and strength to play RT. He’s like 6′8″ or 6′9″, which would give us probably the biggest starting tackle duo in the league with Veldheer on the other side. Would probably be there in the 3rd round.
A Veldheer-Gallery-Wisniewski-Campbell-Solder starting o-line next year would look pretty good to me. They’d have their struggles, I’m sure since only Gallery would have more than 2 years experience, but they’re all so talented I think they’d overcome that.
2nd round: Wisniewski
3rd round: Solder
4th round: Taylor
Would anyone complain about that? Thought not!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:43 am
247.Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:42 am
GOOOOOOO NAVY!
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I too support our troops!
October 26th, 2010 at 8:43 am
r8eray Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:17 am
What’s the protocal in the NFL for a concussion?
Do they have to sit out a week min.?
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There is no rule requiring they sit out a game, but they must pass a battery of league mandated neurological tests before they are cleared to play.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:44 am
I can’t buy an effin win in FFBL, lol.
Doughnuts from Roy Williams and DHB and lost by half a point.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:45 am
Dakota Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:40 am
229.AbusedByAl Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:05 am
I don’t know, but could it be that Cable is a better coach than what we usually give him credit for? I do like a few things he said in that Q&A. I sincerely hope and wish we will look good against Seattle, breaking that damn habit of one good, one bad…
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You mean the habit of one good and then two or three bad don’t you?
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I’ll say this about Cable. I enjoyed seeing him more animated on the sideline and high fiving guys up 31 as opposed to down 31.
There are som serious weapons on the team and DMAC should be sanctioned by the G8, cuz dayyum.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:47 am
J Hill Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:44 am
I can’t buy an effin win in FFBL, lol.
Doughnuts from Roy Williams and DHB and lost by half a point.
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You deserved the win man. I got lucky to eek that one out. I made some mistakes this week. I got lucky.
October 26th, 2010 at 8:47 am
People in here will still to this day call Gruden’s offense boring. Best Raider teams in 20 years, put up points by the truckload and was still criticized.
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The truckload came after Gruden was fired and Trestman was allowed to let Gannon pass 50 times a game.
Gruden = too sphinctitious
October 26th, 2010 at 8:48 am
First time posting here but been a long time reader of these articles and your comments.
Let me just say thank god for N.Miller!!! I been saying all along to get him in there returning them punts instead of JLH…Indeed we have a secret weapon in him and should get him out there in more plays…
I just wish DHB would get his ish together already but with Campbell in there he rarely gets targeted…Murphy’s good but DHB could be a beast out there…Also like what I see from Ford…
October 26th, 2010 at 8:54 am
You guy’s can help but tr to denegrate one player in hopes of giving props to another. While NMiller made a great play to say that JFord has to have the ball directly in his hands is foolish. He made a catch that was 3ft. over his head for a 1st down talking about JFord. And JLH has made several difficult catches over his career in the SD game he made a shoelace catch for a 1st down to help us win the gaem when others like Murphy were dropping easy ones.
Just because you like one player desn’t mean you have to hate on another it’s gets ridiculous in here what that crap we all have favorite players it doesn’t mean the other guy sucks!!! I’m assuming we have some adults in here and not a bunch of adolescent aged lunch room kids.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:01 am
Yeah, I could’ve sat DHB and played Oaklands D, but still …
0 from Roy Williams?
Oh, well …
I can start talking about next year’s draft, lol.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:04 am
I would venture to guess this has not been true for years: Our offense is putting up more points and yards than our defense is allowing!
25.6/340.4 vs. 23.6/331.1
October 26th, 2010 at 9:05 am
Dont give me this crap about the bungles or pitt last year, those were meaningless games.
Besides dump off passes the only difficult long pass Campbell threw was to N Miller, Zach was wide open on his long throw whereas Bruce has completed deep throw after deep throw. Hopefully Campbell can continue to progress but so far (maybe because he has an extra year with these players) Bruce is ahead
October 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
We dont get Higgins out there enough either…Dude was horrible on punt returns but he has made some great catches in the past and has that speed…
I like the play calling from Hue this game and the SD game, but why hasn’t it been consistent? We dead straight flat against the Texans and Niners? WTF?
Like what I see on the Defense with more blitzing goin on, let’s see how long Old Al allows it…
October 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
priesttj Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:54 am
You guy’s can help but tr to denegrate one player in hopes of giving props to another.
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When they play the same position it is natural to place one over another. And your boy JaMarcus still sux. PERIOD.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:06 am
Bo,
I said “you” yesterday for 2 reasons:
1- “WE” the American people don’t want to spend our taxes on global politics. We want Health care, lower taxes, more benefits, etc…..
The American Govt is a diff story. “They” want control of resources, expand power, etc…
2- Dakota is an Ex CIA agent, so he is part of the “Them”, and that’s why I said You.
BTW, don’t let him fool you by saying he there as an art dealer. LOL
October 26th, 2010 at 9:08 am
He was* there…..
October 26th, 2010 at 9:17 am
Like I said I hoped we had some adults in here, but we’re obviously lacking in that area.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:20 am
A couple of interesting developments from Sunday’s game IMO….
The Chemistry between Gallery and Veldheer on the left side looked great and should only get better. It really seemed like the pair clicked, and could be a great Rookie – Mentor scenerio.
2nd, The chemistry between Marcel Reese and Jason Campbell, I have to admit that I was negative on Reese in the preseason for some fairly shoddy blocking, but as the season goes on I think you’re going to find Reese becoming the safety valve for Campbell that we haven’t seen in Oakland since the Jon Ritchie days.
Watch this coming Sunday for Reese to make some big drive sustaining plays, especially out of the backfield in the passing game, and on 3rd down.
Go Raiders.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:24 am
Saw the Jameatball interview on inside the nfl last week. Made me vom in my mouth. He is a waste of oxygen.
Interviewer – “Where do you think it went wrong in Oakland Jamarcus?”
Jamarshmallow – ” I take responsibility for what was my fault”
Int – “What were those things?”
Jamarquil ” I dont know.”
October 26th, 2010 at 9:26 am
I’m assuming we have some adults in here and not a bunch of adolescent aged lunch room kids
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Trade Condo for a lunch room monitor!
(With apologies to BSJ for infringing on his territory)
October 26th, 2010 at 9:27 am
Interviewer – “Where do you think it went wrong in Oakland Jamarcus?”
Jamarshmallow – ” I take responsibility for what was my fault”
Int – “What were those things?”
Jamarquil ” I dont know.”
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LOL!
October 26th, 2010 at 9:30 am
mistic1 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:26 am
Imposter fans at it again. Jc beat the dog piss out of a lot of sunday & sent you home with yellow socks, & people here still want to get rid of him in favor of the garbage we have on the bench.
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Dude, dont complain to us. Take it up with your boy Hue Jack that you’ve been touting all week. He and the coaching staff announced that Grad is the starter. You’re delusional. Seriously.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:30 am
Post #270. Seriously? Is that real? Wow, still hasn’t pulled his head out, I see.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:30 am
Gotcha O.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:31 am
It certainl looks like Veldheer is a keeper at that LT spot I really like his talent there. So I hope some of you who feel the Oline was neglected in the draft can at least see that.
If Campbell is what I think he is and based on Veldheer to this point we had a very good draft as far as OLine help is concerned and I’ve tried to make this point but at times all you guy’s want to do is whine and cry about any and everything.
The Offense is still under construction and it has a chance to be very special as the year wears on. But I think when one guy makes a play he all of a sudden should start. Understand that is why they put him on the field to make that play. It doesn’t mean OK START HIM one play doesn’t constitute starting material. The coaches know what they see in practice and they know who’s ready and who’s not.
I’ll say this right now, as good as DMC is right now he was nowhere near this type of players 2 years ago. Now he is ready to be the dominant player we all want to see. He is bigger stronger and much better in traffic. He is stringing together moves like he’s never done before. He can block now he is a much better rec out of the backfield now. In short he has developed. That takes time wether you like it or not.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:34 am
0 from Roy Williams?
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I feel your pain, Jhill. He was in my starting lineup as well. I still won though since I had Hakeem Nicks, Steve Smith (Giants), Jason Witten, etc.
Also, I had DMAC on the bench since they said he was questionable. Otherwise, I would have started him. 43 friggin points!!
October 26th, 2010 at 9:34 am
In an interview with Showtime’s Inside the NFL that aired Wednesday night, former Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell takes responsibility for what went wrong for him, but he still can’t identify what it was.
Interviewer Josina Anderson asked Russell what did go wrong
“Now looking back on it, I could have went about certain things different,” Russell says.
Asked to be more specific, Russell says, “ I am not sure. I don’t know where they went wrong. But the things that did go wrong I take full blame for whatever was my fault, and the things that did happen. Being drafted No. 1 there are so much that they want you to do at a snap of a finger. It didn’t happen that way, which brings us to today.”
Russell told Anderson he is not willing to play in the UFL or change positions. At this point, he’s just trying to prove to 32 teams (actually, he says only 31 teams), that he’s worth taking a chance on.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:35 am
My Depth Chart:
DE: Houston
DT: Seymour, Bryant
DT: Henderson, TK
DE: Matt S/ T Scott
SLB: Wimbley, Brown/ Goethel
MLB: McClain, Goethel/ Brown
WLB: TH/ Groves
CB: Nnamdi
CB: McFadden/ Routt/ CJ/ Huff
SS: MM, S Brown
FS: Branch/ Huff
QB: JC/ BG, Boller
HB: DMC, Bush, Rock
FB: Reece, we need to add a blocking FB
WR: Chaz, DHB, Murphy, JLH, Ford, Miller
TE: Miller, Myers
LT: Campbell/ Veldheer
LG: Gallery, Barns
C: Satele, Veldheer
RG: L Walker
RT: Veldheer/ Campbell
K: Jano
P: Lechler
LS: Condo
KR: Ford
PR: Miller
October 26th, 2010 at 9:36 am
Trade Condo for a lunch room monitor!
(With apologies to BSJ for infringing on his territory)
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LMAO
October 26th, 2010 at 9:40 am
271.aig-raiders Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 9:30 am
mistic1 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 8:26 am
Imposter fans at it again. Jc beat the dog piss out of a lot of sunday & sent you home with yellow socks, & people here still want to get rid of him in favor of the garbage we have on the bench.
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Dude, dont complain to us. Take it up with your boy Hue Jack that you’ve been touting all week. He and the coaching staff announced that Grad is the starter. You’re delusional. Seriously.
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I think the coaches are sending out smoke screens. Cable and co. been getting a little crafty with the media lately, playing their cards close to the chest.
Wouldn’t be surprised if either one started over the other, tho personally, stay with the hot hand til it goes cold, go to the bench til injured, go back to Campbell, repeat as many times as needed.
Got to admit, if your the hawks, who do you prepare for at qb? Those both play different styles so hopefully that has a little effect on them.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:41 am
At this point, he’s just trying to prove to 32 teams (actually, he says only 31 teams), that he’s worth taking a chance on.
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Sour grapes for the team that made him a millionaire? Not like anyone publicly threw him under the bus. Everyone was always speaking in “read between the lines” talk and refused to bring him up after being released.
This guy still doesn’t get it. He feels like the Raiders owe him something? Go take a hike, loser!
October 26th, 2010 at 9:41 am
We should cut:
1- Eugene: we know what he can do, but we need to develop the young guys like S Brown.
2- S Williams: we had that dude for 7 years. It’s time to let him go!
3- Cooper C: I thought he was suppose to be a backup, and help the young guys learn the ZBS. He shouldn’t start.
4- Bennett: who keep him when we can cut him and add a blocking FB?
After the cuts we should add OL, DL, and a Blocking FB!
October 26th, 2010 at 9:42 am
Cable: The effort was not a concern in any way shape or form, but we did not finish blocks in the offensive line at two spots very well, and that’s got to get better.
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Langston and Satele are on notice.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Island,
I hear you. I agree as well. If I was TC, I’d do the same thing too. However, I’m getting tired of Mistic whining on here when it was his boy Hue Jack that elevated Grad over JC.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:47 am
Bcz24
Of course he knows what went wrong and why, what you see is a very immature yooung man still finding his way. He does’t ant to admit on nationwide tv what he did. He still has some growing up to do and to be hnest I think he’s still very embarrassed and ashamed of himself. So he’s still casting blame eslewhere.
But rest assured the guy he’s working with will get through to him one way or another. That interview was unfortunate in that he still wants the Raiders t bare some of the blame for what he did. He never really thought they would release him and it shocked his ass.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:51 am
At this point in the game, I just want to see the best production out there. With the offensive weapons that emerged Sunday, I would like to think either qb could get it done. Both have good tools. But no matter what, it will be the ground game the Raiders will have to establish early to beat these birds.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:52 am
But rest assured the guy he’s working with will get through to him one way or another.
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LOL. You think we’re buying anymore of your “rest assured” crap?
October 26th, 2010 at 9:55 am
Island,
You could have put any QB in there and we’d still win last Sunday. It doesnt take much to not turn the ball over and hand off. We’re not going to run for 300 yds every Sunday though. I think most Raider fans are aware of that.
October 26th, 2010 at 9:59 am
#246 Mistic
I hope you are correct with your positive feel about DHB in the future but I am doubtful. I think he has hands of stone and his route running is just not good. That’s probably the reason why the QB’s are reluctant to throw to him. They may not be sure whether he runs to where he is supposed to run. That’s a plausible explanation to me.
Now, I do not hate DHB nor do I wish him bad. But at the end of the day his record is his record, and it is what it is at this point.
As to Nick Miller, consider me a fan. If we were New England he’d be our Wes Welker I’m sure. I hope the staff will think of plays to get him the ball more often. I really cannot think of something not to like about him. The few chances he got he was always there. The coaches cannot be all blind.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:00 am
So anyone seeing us going into the bye 5-4 before we get into the tougher part of our schedule? I think I do.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:04 am
Aig-
That’s why I want to see a ground game early, which if established, opens up a pass game that would benifit us, and your right it doesn’t take much not to turn it over. This is as good as time as any to get the ground game going, because if the Raiders are going to be successful, they will have to run, and again, helps are pass game. Didn’t we lead the league on the ground in 02?
October 26th, 2010 at 10:07 am
Defense needs to prepare to stop the run this week versus sea chickens and put consistent pressure on Hasslehoff as always to get him off rythem.
Offensive line needs to play well again and be aware of blitzes and pick them up.
Special teams needs to not fall asleep either on Leon Washington!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:08 am
Island,
In 02, we had the best Oline in the league and Ganno/co. had all the time in the world do whatever they wanted. My impression is that Denver has a smaller Dline and we dominated them. I dont know much about the Hawks’ line but our team should run first and throw second. We tried that against SF and they stuffed our run game. With DMAC being a playmaker it helps alot too. Really important game this weekend. I think we win this weekend but KC is a much better running team next week.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Morning peoples!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Don’t worry fellas. Marshall will come with a nice game plan to shut down the Seaturds.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:17 am
Seagulls have the number 2 rushing defense. Let’s put our number 1 rushing offense to the test!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:21 am
DMAC,
I’m worried about their return game more than their offense.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:21 am
They’re ranked second in rush d, but haven’t seen what the Raiders run game has to offer.
+ the teams they faced haven’t really been lighting it up on the ground either.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:22 am
The coaches are not blind to Nick Miller what is wrong with you guys he was an undrafted FA if anyones blind to him the rest of the league was. We had him on thr roster all year last year to PROTECT him. What don’t you get about this? they are trying to get him on the field and they are he has to show them on FILM in practice that he is running the right routes and keying the defense correctly.
This isn’t highschool football give them a chance to get him ready to play bigtime football. OUR COACHES are the only ones in this league that gave this kid a chance…………….GET A CLUE!!!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:22 am
Is Leon returning punts also?
October 26th, 2010 at 10:23 am
Nick Miller= fearless
October 26th, 2010 at 10:25 am
Hopefully Oakland has that swagger back and gets to hassleback early, take him out of his game.
I’m starting to believe in Cable and co. here. I trust (or would like to think I do) they’ll be doing the right things to prepare for the hawks. And let me add, I don’t want just a W, I want to see a complete embarassment slapped on the hawks.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:26 am
I think Butler is returning punts for them.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:28 am
And let me add, I don’t want just a W, I want to see a complete embarassment slapped on the hawks.
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Ill settle for a W no matter how we get it! If we win 3-0 i will be happy.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:29 am
Yeah but if we win 3-0 I bet you and everyone on here would be complaining about everything about the O.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:30 am
It’s unbelieveable in here sometimes you guy’s see one play and you all of a sudden want to crown him. I love the kid that’s why I named him Nick Miller the DB killer but I also realize there is much more to this game than what he’s shown so far. Things that us fans dismiss very easily because we want what we want.
But these coaches are doing masterful work right now getting guys ready to play give them some freakin credit.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:32 am
Don’t worry fellas. Marshall will come with a nice game plan to shut down the Seaturds
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Agreed!
our defense will get it doen this week
it’s our passing offense against thier secondary that concerns me
Hue Jackson & Jason Campbell are vital to the success of this game. You know Seattle will have 8 stacked in the box every friggin play (even third & long)
I don’t want Grads (starting) trying to shake the rust off against this defense. JCamp needs to build off of last weeks performance. Keep DHB & Murph on the shelf
October 26th, 2010 at 10:35 am
LA to TheBay Says:
And you sound like a little kid, man.
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aig-raiders Says:
Dude, dont complain to us. Take it up with your boy Hue Jack that you’ve been touting all week. He and the coaching staff announced that Grad is the starter. You’re delusional. Seriously.
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L.A,
what about what i said makes me sound like a little kid? Jc kicked a$$ on sunday, that is the fact. you dont like it but I cant help that.
Aig,
You have a very limited understanding, or you didnt read what I wrote. I am not complaining about the fact that Cable said that grads is the starter. My complaints are about the so called fans that are here this morning saying that we should get rid of Campbell.
Why should we get rid of him, and keep the guys behind him? Especially in light of the fact that he has led us to two huge wins. That is just plain hate.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:36 am
They’re ranked 29th against the pass. We’re ranked 19th in pass offense.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:36 am
303.bcz24 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 10:28 am
And let me add, I don’t want just a W, I want to see a complete embarassment slapped on the hawks.
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Ill settle for a W no matter how we get it! If we win 3-0 i will be happy.
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True. But a serious good old fashion butt kicking will do a lot to bring back that fear the Raiders used to impose on their opponents. I have to listen to hawk sports radio up here. They don’t admit it, but you can hear it in the way they talk. Oaklands 59 got them wondering a bit. Seattle struggled in the red zone last week, tho they won. Okung may be out. Look for carroll to get tricky on sunday.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:38 am
Mike Mitchell is a star in the making!
Yeah, I said it!!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:39 am
They’re ranked 29th against the pass
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Airborne,
49ers were the 30th ranked rushing team too
it’s all about match up’s man
and that ranking only goes by passing yards allowed per game. sacks and turnovers aren’t figured in
October 26th, 2010 at 10:40 am
If they’re ranked 29th vs the pass we shuld win this game hands down. I know we can run on them I was concerned about their pass rush. If they can get after our QB we should win because very few teams can cover our speed outside.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:41 am
cannot get after our QB*
October 26th, 2010 at 10:44 am
theres priest attacking people again.
shocked
October 26th, 2010 at 10:46 am
The key to this game will not be how well we run the ball. This game is again all about the qb. Seattle is a really good run defense, you will have to pass early to loosen them up, just like last weeks game. Seattle is vulnerable against the pass, this is where the offense will need to attack them.
Please lay off of jacoby Ford, he is a rookie and a dynamic play maker. I know the posers here want to say he is a davis track guy, your part right. Ford played football before he ran track, he is a football player. he has really good hands and he is another guy that is going to make some of you look foolish in the end. And yes he is a davis special, speed kills.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:47 am
Priest,
They’re top 10 in sacks generated. Majority of that against SD, tho.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:48 am
If they’re ranked 29th vs the pass we shuld win this game hands down.
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TJ, stats are very misleading
SD has the #1 offense and the #1 defense and they are tied for last in the division!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:48 am
Not majority, 1/5 of it against SD.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:49 am
anybody seen the recent power rankings?
I wonder if we’re still Bottom 5 or 10 after leading the ponies to the slaughterhouse ????
October 26th, 2010 at 10:50 am
The cal bears, errr, the seahags are middle of the road offense nothing special at all. Our defense should be able to contain them as long as we can handle Berkeley’s back field.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:52 am
Two offensive keys that I can see for beating Seattle:
1) On offense, stay out of 3rd and long. Chris Clemons and Raheem Brock have combined for 9 sacks in 6 games this year. When they can pin their ears back and come after you, they’re dangerous.
2) Marcus Trufant is probably going to take away one side of the field. So pick on the other side. Kelly Jennings is average at best and he’s injured anyway. His primary backup is a rookie. Go after him.
On defense it’s quite simple: pressure the hell out of Hasselbeck. When he’s rushed, he throws picks like a machine. I want to see Wimbley and ShoNasty ruining his life, especially with Okung out of the lineup.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:54 am
SI power rankings come out on Wednesdays. NFLdotcom says we’re number 20 by the experts. BSPN hasn’t come out yet.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:55 am
after 6 games the Seattle D has produced 19 sacks, 6 INT’s, 8 forced fumbles and 1 safety.
after 7 games Oakland’s D has produced 16 sacks, 3 INT’s, 9 forced fumbles and 1 safety.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:56 am
Airborne, where is Seattle?
October 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
Yeah, the Seaturds are ranked 2nd in run D, but look at who they played.
Whiners, Donkeys, Dolts, Rams, Bears, Cards.
Not really, strong running teams.
Look for DMAC and Bush to expose their run game, just like we were when we played the Texans and were ranked top 3 in D.
+ The Seaturds aren’t the same team on the road as they are at home.
Raiders win.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
I would guess around 12 just because their division is so weak.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
Priesttj, I certaintly didn’t want to come across as a hater on Ford. He’s a rookie and I understand that. I’ll route for him. JLH has made some big catches. He needs to do more. I’m not counting on him. I listen to audio clips of his interviews and I see a guy who relies on his god given speed. I don’t see a guy who works his ass off in the off season to get better at his position. That’s just my opinion… I could be totally wrong!
I route for DHB. That kid has a huge Heart! Enjoyed reading about his off season. Physically he looks better. He’s young and I hope he continues his strides. With that said he’s out there taking too many snaps. Miller and Ford are probably better then him fight now. I’ve seen too many balls on the ground with Ford so far so that’s why I put Miller in front of him. On returns Millier shows awesome concentration and is quick to make a dicision and get up the field. Hopefully Chaz gets healthy and leaves the injuries behind him and then we will have a very talented young core of receivers for a long time to come.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
PA,
#321 = post of the day!
October 26th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Unlike the donkeys that pass because it their strength, the hawks want to establish a power running game. The d-line and backers must slow this down. We have to get on top of this team early and force them into a passing offense, taking their running game out of the equation. I still dont trust our team to win a defensive battle. to many break downs in our secondary make me nervous.
October 26th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Seattle ranks 16th.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:01 am
The Seaturds aren’t the same team on the road as they are at home.
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They really depend on the noise of Qwest Field. Hope a decent crowd shows up at the Coliseum on Sunday to give a bit of that to the Raiders.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:01 am
Yeah, the Seaturds are ranked 2nd in run D, but look at who they played.
Whiners, Donkeys, Dolts, Rams, Bears, Cards.
Not really, strong running teams.
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whoa whoa whoa
Frank Gore trashed us! Steven Jackson & Matt Forte are very good RB’s too.
We contained the Donks, Dolts & Cards for the most part – just like they did.
but you’re right in that they haven’t faced Chris Johnson (TEN) or Arian Foster (HOU)
October 26th, 2010 at 11:01 am
Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said the hope is that both RCB Kelly Jennings (hamstring) and DT Brandon Mebane (calf) will be able to return to practice Thursday.
They’ll probably both be listed as questionable again for Week 8, but check back later this week. Mebane has missed the last two contests, while Jennings sat out this past week.
Source: Seattle Times
October 26th, 2010 at 11:03 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:01 am
Yeah, the Seaturds are ranked 2nd in run D, but look at who they played.
Whiners, Donkeys, Dolts, Rams, Bears, Cards.
Not really, strong running teams.
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whoa whoa whoa
Frank Gore trashed us! Steven Jackson & Matt Forte are very good RB’s too.
We contained the Donks, Dolts & Cards for the most part – just like they did.
but you’re right in that they haven’t faced Chris Johnson (TEN) or Arian Foster (HOU)
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I never said Gore, Jackson, Forte weren’t good backs. They’re run game just hasn’t been there so far this season.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:03 am
+ They haven’t faced a DMAC and Bush tandem!
BOOYA!!!!!!!!!
October 26th, 2010 at 11:05 am
There is no way you can say they any wide out on our team should start over DHB. Not just because of the DHB’s talent, which so many people dont believe in. More importantly he is our number one draft pick. This is only his second year, and he is improving. keep it in perspective. last year he was invisible most of the year, except for when he was tackling his stable mate murphy. This year he has made 2-3 catches in almost every game. This may not impress you, but it shows that he is growing. We must continue to feed him so he can continue to grow. You cant learn football from the bench, benching him would stifle the development and progress he is making.
besides, this is not a playoff team that is one receiver away from the super bowl. This is a 6-7 win team, we must give the game reps that we want to be our future.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:06 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 10:57 am
PA,
#321 = post of the day!
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Thank you sir. I’ll send it to Al along with my resume’. Instant hire!
October 26th, 2010 at 11:06 am
CBS Sports Power Rankings are in. Says we’re 23rd in their rankings while the ‘gulls are 17th.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Unlike the donkeys that pass because it their strength, the hawks want to establish a power running game. The d-line and backers must slow this down. We have to get on top of this team early and force them into a passing offense, taking their running game out of the equation.
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Mistic,
Seattle ranks 24th in the NFL with 95 rushing yards per game (but they’ve only had Lynch for 2 of 6 games)
they have as many rushing TD’s as Denver & Detroit (4)
LOL!
3.7 ypc = like having Justin Fargas back there
October 26th, 2010 at 11:08 am
CBSsportsline.com has the Raiders at #23 in this weeks power rankings followed by this comment-That was impressive at Denver, which could be a hint of what this team could really be. The playoffs aren’t out of the question.
When I look at the schedule I see a realistic 7-9 (which could win division sadly) It is possible for 9-7 with some continued inspired play.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:09 am
Ooh, taking a shot at Fargas, the way Fargas takes shots from LBs. Ouch.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:11 am
AirborneRaider Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:06 am
CBS Sports Power Rankings are in. Says we’re 23rd in their rankings while the ‘gulls are 17th.
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beat me to the punch
October 26th, 2010 at 11:11 am
IMO
Maclin>Harvin>Nicks>Crabby>Britt>Massaquoi>DHB
Not a DHB hater, but makes you kind of think why Al didn’t go w/ Maclin or Harvin instead.
Maclin 4.43 -40
Harvin 4.41 -40
DHB will eventually come through and I want him to succeed, but he could of easily been taken in the later round or possibly 2nd round.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:11 am
The seahawks aren’t as good as the record indicates, but they are not a fraud either. This is a team we can beat, not a team we are supposed to beat. The raiders will need to play mistake free if we want to win.
Bigger question what is cable going to do. Is it going to be another classic cable style flop? The team comes out flat and falls on their face. The clock is ticking on cable, if he fails to have them ready to go from the jump, he will be out by years end.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:11 am
DMAC Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Don’t worry fellas. Marshall will come with a nice game plan to shut down the Seaturds.
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And Southwick’s pistol formation will guarantee production from DMAC.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Again – i’m not concerned with Seattle’s O
but their Defense is very good!
Hue Jackson & JCamp will have their hands full because I expect the Seachix to load the box every play and force us to pass, then double Zmiller like SF did
October 26th, 2010 at 11:12 am
It is pretty cool to be ahead of the Dischargers and Cowgirls in the power rankings for once!
October 26th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Not a DHB hater, but makes you kind of think why Al didn’t go w/ Maclin or Harvin instead.
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I was shouting from every rooftop I could find when the rumors starting getting out that Al was going to take DHB that he should take Maclin if he really wanted a receiver. Guess my voice doesn’t carry to Alameda!
October 26th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Guess my voice doesn’t carry to Alameda!
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PA,
send Al Davis a fax. he’s not set up for e-mail or text
October 26th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Hairy,
Well I can see us winning against the Gulls, Chiefs(x2), Donkeys, and Colts(They should be in the playoffs by then, resting their starters if all goes well on that front). Steelers, Fins, and SD may give us a hard time. But we can let SD give us the game again. So 9 wins is very much possible… Also… the 2 times we played against the Steelers with Big Ben at the helm we have won it… so 10 is slightly in our reaches.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:16 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Unlike the donkeys that pass because it their strength, the hawks want to establish a power running game. The d-line and backers must slow this down. We have to get on top of this team early and force them into a passing offense, taking their running game out of the equation.
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Mistic,
Seattle ranks 24th in the NFL with 95 rushing yards per game (but they’ve only had Lynch for 2 of 6 games)
they have as many rushing TD’s as Denver & Detroit (4)
LOL!
3.7 ypc = like having Justin Fargas back there
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This does not change the fact that they want to run the football. They know the raiders are shakey against the run, and they are going to try and exploit that. Im sure they saw what we did against the donkeys pass attack. Add that in with the fact that hasslebeck is not the same guy that went to the super bowl. Im sure that they would rather pound it out and hope to pop a couple of big ones, than try to go bombs away, because they dont have the ammo.
Pete carrol teams will always be power running.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:17 am
Is Chaz Schilens playing?
October 26th, 2010 at 11:18 am
# SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Not a DHB hater, but makes you kind of think why Al didn’t go w/ Maclin or Harvin instead.
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I was shouting from every rooftop I could find when the rumors starting getting out that Al was going to take DHB that he should take Maclin if he really wanted a receiver. Guess my voice doesn’t carry to Alameda!
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maclin/ harvin, they are fast they can catch, they dont have the size or power of DHB. They have an edge at this point when it comes to hands, but hands and catching can improve through coaching and technique. You cant coach size and power.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:18 am
I expect Chaz to be back after the bye.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:20 am
I expect Chaz to be back after the bye.
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like I told DMAC, Chaz will be ready by Week 16
just in time for the playoffs!
October 26th, 2010 at 11:21 am
AirborneRaider Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Hairy,
Well I can see us winning against the Gulls, Chiefs(x2), Donkeys, and Colts(They should be in the playoffs by then, resting their starters if all goes well on that front). Steelers, Fins, and SD may give us a hard time. But we can let SD give us the game again. So 9 wins is very much possible… Also… the 2 times we played against the Steelers with Big Ben at the helm we have won it… so 10 is slightly in our reaches.
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I figure wins against seahawks, cheifs, Jax and SD=7-9
The 2 other possible wins in jmy book are Pitt and Mia.=9-7
Donks will get revenge, Cheifs will win 1, Can’t see us beating the Colts this year. 3 likely losses.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:22 am
It’ll all come down to how well Cable has prepared them. And I admit, I was blown away sunday. Maybe he’s finally onto something.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:24 am
It’ll all come down to how well Cable has prepared them. And I admit, I was blown away sunday.
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Exactly!
if we come out flat, unprepared, with no heart or focus, expecting to win without much effort it’ll be San Fran all over again
October 26th, 2010 at 11:24 am
new post!
live chat in 35 minutes
October 26th, 2010 at 11:25 am
Mistic,
Jeremy Maclin is 6′ tall and runs a 4.4. In 22 games, he’s caught 85 passes for 1,220 yards and 10 TDs.
Percy Harvin is 5′11″ and runs a 4.4. In 21 games, he’s caught 85 passes for 1,079 yards and 9 TDs.
Darrius Heyward-Bey is 6′2″ and runs a 4.3. In 18 games, he’s caught 23 passes for 285 yards and 1 TD.
Would you rather have the 2 or 3 inches and one-tenth of a second or the 85 catches and 1,000+ yards?
October 26th, 2010 at 11:25 am
# mistic1 Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:18 am
# SilverNBlackPA Says:
October 26th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Not a DHB hater, but makes you kind of think why Al didn’t go w/ Maclin or Harvin instead.
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I was shouting from every rooftop I could find when the rumors starting getting out that Al was going to take DHB that he should take Maclin if he really wanted a receiver. Guess my voice doesn’t carry to Alameda!
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maclin/ harvin, they are fast they can catch, they dont have the size or power of DHB. They have an edge at this point when it comes to hands, but hands and catching can improve through coaching and technique. You cant coach size and power.
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Maclin has good hands, size, speed, and I guess you can say power.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:25 am
Colts(They should be in the playoffs by then, resting their starters if all goes well on that front)
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This is a good point, Indy does have a track record of resting people at the end of the year. I will reserve judgement on this game later in the season and see what the Colts recors is.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:28 am
Hairy,
Well it all depends if the Colts have a playoff spot secured or not. If not then we’ll probably be playing a very tough game. Which is why I am hoping they win the 8 games before they meet the Raiders.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:29 am
Maclin is also 2 inches shorter than DHB, lol.
October 26th, 2010 at 11:35 am
What a great game. If there is ever a team that I hope we beat that badly, it will always be the Broncos.
Yes, the next 2 games will be very telling.
I shall say a prayer that D. MCF stays healthy
And
I am pretty suure I heard Joe Theismann say “Cow Tailing” instaed of Kowtowing. It made me LOL as I already thought he was an idiot.