Cable quick hits
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, November 15th, 2010 at 2:49 pm in Oakland Raiders.
A few items coming out of coach Tom Cable’s press briefing:
– Jason Campbell will start at quarterback against Pittsburgh. Bruce Gradkowski will be the backup.
“He’s earned the right to do that. Four out of the last five games are wins,” Cable said. “Bruce will be the backup and we’ll go from there.”
– Tight end Zach Miller is “much, much better and should be ready to go on Wednesday,” Cable said. Cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha is also much better, but still might not practice. Defensive tackle John Henderson may practice. He’s been out since Week 2 with a stress fracture, so even if Henderson does practice, it may take another week to get him ready for a game.
– Wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey has a sore hamstring and may not practice Wednesday. Chaz Schilens will not practice.
More to come . . .
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November 15th, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Wow. Didn’t Cable say once that Bruce was the man? Changed his tune a little. Just who’s calling the shots in Oakland?
November 15th, 2010 at 2:52 pm
It was in the Pittsburgh game last year DHB was hurt, put in the boot, and our passing game took off.
November 15th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Nonetheless, this is the right call by Cable. You stick with what’s working. I think Gradkowski is a better QB but I think to pull Campbell at this point would divide the locker room. Just a hunch.
November 15th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Just Fire – we neeedd DHB more than anything though.
November 15th, 2010 at 2:54 pm
Wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey has a sore hamstring and may not practice Wednesday. Chaz Schilens will not practice.
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sounds like it’ll be the Murphy & Ford show!
November 15th, 2010 at 2:55 pm
If Campbell has one more lousy performance and we lose, however, it could be time to go back to Grakowski. That would be all of the information I needed to know that we really won in spite of Campbell, not because he was in the lineup. We just had other guys stepping up. But if we continue to win, or if we lose yet Campbell has a solid performance, he should remain the starter. Al should keep him in. Oops, I mean Cable…
November 15th, 2010 at 2:55 pm
Who is Chaz Schilens?
November 15th, 2010 at 2:57 pm
“He’s earned the right to do that. Four out of the last five games are wins,” Cable said. “Bruce will be the backup and we’ll go from there. Coach Davis and coach Hue told me that.”
November 15th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
If Campbell plays like he did in the first half against KC, I wouldn’t be suprised if Hue makes the switch to Bruce.
November 15th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
maybe he just changed his mind, after the first 2 games looked kinda flukey, so he said bruce is still the guy. But the last grind it out game that campbell managed, he did earn it. it has nothing to do with Al…
November 15th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
Tight end Zach Miller is “much, much better and should be ready to go on Wednesday,” Cable said.
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yeehaw!
even if Zmiller is half speed, we could use a pair of sure hands and he’ll command a double team for sure
November 15th, 2010 at 2:59 pm
Ford HAS to get some run.
The Guy can ball.
DHB’s hamstring gives Ford an opportunity to solidify a spot in the lineup.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
5pm in Podunk – later gents!
November 15th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
# 187killa Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
it has nothing to do with Al…
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Of course not. Al never meddles. As a matter of fact, he’s an owner who’s notorious for staying out of the coaches’ business, and letting them run the team.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
Dakota Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:57 pm
“He’s earned the right to do that. Four out of the last five games are wins,” Cable said. “Bruce will be the backup and we’ll go from there. Coach Davis and coach Hue told me that.”
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Dakota,
You underestimate Cable.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
# Just Fire Baby Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
If Campbell plays like he did in the first half against KC, I wouldn’t be suprised if Hue makes the switch to Bruce.
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LOL. Oh, Hue now. OK. Well, we know it’s not Al making the call. Because like I said, he NEVER meddles. It’s not his style.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:03 pm
i dont think al is gonna run down the stairs and tell hue to take it back…also, maybe al is tired of losing. maybe he changed…?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:04 pm
Good to know Miller’s injury isn’t as serious as it looked. Hope to see him on the field against the Steelers. Especially with Timmons out, the Steeler linebackers and safeties will have their hands full with him. Even against Polamalu, Zach provides a nice size mismatch.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
repost
This Raiders team has done NOTHING but change its attitude to this point. Show me the Playoffs, and THEN the season will be a success. Do something in the Playoffs, and the season will be a great success.
However…there’s nothing cocky about recognizing good things as they’re happening:
Cable & Staff = Good job so far
Defense = Good job so far
Offense = Good job so far
Special Teams = Good job so far
Al Davis & Front Office = Great job putting it together, and having faith everyone’s hard work would pay-off.
I think “collectively” they’re doing a great job…so far…but only the end o’ year results will really matter.
But…hating Al Davis doesn’t mean he hasn’t done a great job as of late.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Is Al even alive?
How can a guy change a QB if he can’t change his own socks?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:09 pm
TC needs to start smacking JHenderson in the face now to get him back in game shape. It would be good to get JHenderson back into the DT rotation.
As far as Schilens goes, what’s his problem now? He should have been ready to go by now. There’s more going on than we know. Did he fall again getting out of bed or what? This kid just can’t get healthy. Maybe they should just put him down and put us all out of his misery.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
If DHB doesnt play maybe we could see what the offense would look like with a deep threat (Ford) that can catch the ball…just saying
Is it the fact that DHB cant catch or the fact the opposing defenses are taking away our #1 receiver…Awww who am I kidding
November 15th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
When the Raiders started 2-4 and going nowhere, Al Davis finally let the coaches call their own plays,Period.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
I don’t see Campbell getting pulled mid-game, especially not against the Steelers, unless he has multiple INTs in the first half. Or unless the offense falls flat in the first half, and then JC comes out and starts turning the ball over in the second half.
At their best, the Pittsburgh D is good enough to handily beat the Raider offense no matter which QB is in. The entire offense – QB, WRs, OL, RBs – is going to have to elevate their game to come away with a win in Pittsburgh.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:11 pm
HueJax is showing a talent for running a good Offense — his Offense’s turnaround is outstanding at this point.
However, Hue hasn’t shown a talent for running a TEAM with a steady hand…something that Cable has been able to do…and that’s something NO head coach has been able to do with this team for the better part of a decade.
Cable is growing as a HC, and has been all along. He may end up being a great home-grown
head coach, and one of Al’s greatest saves.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:12 pm
Maybe they should just put him down and put us all out of his misery.
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“put us all out of his misery”
LOL.
I thought young people healed quick.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:13 pm
If we have zero points at halftime, like we did last week, Hue and Coach Cable will at the very least, deeply consider benching him for Bruce.
I base this soley upon the track record of Hue Jackson benching Campbell, and Cable’s press conference remarks.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:14 pm
Hopefully the Raiders run some three-wide sets so Ford can work in the slot. Especially if Miller is on the field, the Pittsburgh defense has a lot of guys to keep an eye on.
Particularly if DHB is expertly running those clearout routes…
November 15th, 2010 at 3:14 pm
# 187killa Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:03 pm
i dont think al is gonna run down the stairs and tell hue to take it back…also, maybe al is tired of losing. maybe he changed…?
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Well, make up your mind. Would it be impossible for Al to meddle, or did Al “change his mind”? The latter would certainly assume Al still meddles. Which is it?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Cable & Staff = Good job so far
Defense = Good job so far
Offense = Good job so far
Special Teams = Good job so far
Al Davis & Front Office = Great job putting it together, and having faith everyone’s hard work would pay-off.
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LMFAO.
Only a “good” job by the players and coaches, but a “Great” job by Al and the front office. Gotcha, bud.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
Tom Cable will never lead us to the promised land. Sorry guys.
25-58 as a HC…..hey only 33 straight wins to go and Cable will be a .500 HC!
November 15th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
KK — For 5 decades (DECADES!), Raiders coaches have denied being told who to play, when to play them, and what plays to call…even Al Davis’s worst HC enemies (Shanahan, Lance) say those things never happened.
Rumors told as fact have become the standard for you haters…especially when you can’t think of anything else to complain about.
Isn’t it sad to just get sadder when your own hometown team does well? I hope Al makes you super-miserable.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:19 pm
# HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:32 pm
Tom Cable is swinging an iron sledge…forged of draft picks, trades, and free agent acquisitions made by the great Al Davis.
While the MR’s/KK’s of the world were taking shots at Al, he was doing as good a GM job as any executive in the NFL the past two seasons.
Tom Cable is head coach of the NFL’s most resurgent TEAM…because he has helped build the team concept that we so woefully lacked.
Tom Cable is a survivor. He has survived some of the most tumultuous years in NFL coaching history…and he has gained the trust and respect of his players, coaches, and even if we may not hear it right now, of The Man himself.
Al Davis is a redeemer. Al is the Great Redeemer. if there’s a guy who can be saved, or a career that can be prolonged…Al’s not afraid to take the chance.
Cable has done such a good job, even when the team was struggling out of the gate there were no fingers being pointed, or talk of coach-hate like there is in Minnesota right now.
Cable might be one of Al’s greatest saves. If he is, he’ll be HC of the Raiders for a long time coming.
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This is your brain, on drugs.
Arguably one of the, if not the dumbest posts on this board, for Nov.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:19 pm
Read that again, everyone. Hayes Daze has given his mid season report, and he says the players and coaches have done a “good job….SO FAR”, yet Al Davis and the front office have done a “Great job”…not just so far, but a great job outright! I guess Al is down there catching the balls and making the tackles, after all!
November 15th, 2010 at 3:21 pm
# St. Jimmy Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:49 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:45 pm
There are a number of users in here (such as MR), and others in this forum right now, who use numerous aliases…even starting convo’s between their own aliases to continue the ruse (and feed that need for attention).
Their standard M.O. is to throw out the right inflammatory remark, or ask for a retort to a stupid or innane question, and hope someone jumps on the merry-go-round…never to be let off of it.
That’s how that works.
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It’s stupid and immature really. This azz clown Raider Dell “supposedly” returns, and all the fckn trolling begins, coincidence? This blog has been decent for a while, until now.
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typical reply from someone outed. claiming that person who outed him is doing the same as they are, hoping someone buys it.
no one does
November 15th, 2010 at 3:22 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:11 pm
HueJax is showing a talent for running a good Offense — his Offense’s turnaround is outstanding at this point.
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LOL. Only “at this point”. But Al’s talent for running a good organization is outstanding, outright! Never mind at this point. Permanently.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:23 pm
DazeHayes,
Do you work for the Raiders?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
To a certain party that does not understand why Al Davis won and not Lance, there were several reasons.
1. Kiffin wanted to tamper with Tampa Bay and get Monte Kiffin and fire Ryan. Cause.
2. Having Seabass try a 76 yrd field goal. Insubordination. Cause.
3. Leaking disputes to the media. Cause.
4. Lying about the General Partner. Cause.
5. Seeking employment in the college ranks while under contract to the Raiders. Cause.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
MR, I’m far from your bud.
And yes, it’s on the coaches and players to get it done, NOW. They have everything they need to be sucessful this year.
For the most part, Al and staff have given Cable, et al, the tools to get the job done. Any failure between the white lines will be a failure on them at this point.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
Tom Cable will never lead us to the promised land. Sorry guys.
25-58 as a HC…..hey only 33 straight wins to go and Cable will be a .500 HC!
I don’t know if HC is that important when you have a good OC and good DC. Didn’t Jim Fassell go to the superbowl? I know Bill Callahan did…
November 15th, 2010 at 3:25 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
KK — For 5 decades (DECADES!), Raiders coaches have denied being told who to play, when to play them, and what plays to call…even Al Davis’s worst HC enemies (Shanahan, Lance) say those things never happened.
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Hayes, could you please provide a link to any former or current head coach of ours, emphatically denying Al Davis’s meddling with lineups and game planning. I mean where they specifically say that he didn’t do it. I’ve never heard any former or current HC insist Al doesn’t meddle. I’ve only noticed that they are mute on the issue. A non answer is not a denial, Hayes, just so you know.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:26 pm
40.inonewordraider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
Tom Cable will never lead us to the promised land. Sorry guys.
25-58 as a HC…..hey only 33 straight wins to go and Cable will be a .500 HC!
I don’t know if HC is that important when you have a good OC and good DC. Didn’t Jim Fassell go to the superbowl? I know Bill Callahan did…
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Is the promised land for you getting drubbed in the SB?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:26 pm
My mid-season update:
Tom Cable is the best coach in the division
Darren McFadden is the best RB in the division
Our Defensive Line is the best in the division
Campbellkowski is the worst QB in the division
So unless our QB play really kills us, we will win the division due to having the best coach, RB and D-line.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:27 pm
Hayesdaze – You’ve got the haters in here in a real tizzy. Nice work… lol
November 15th, 2010 at 3:27 pm
# St. Jimmy Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
Raider Dell Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 1:53 pm
Oh, by the way, don’t try the back to back comment with two different names, It won’t fly.
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Fck off mang. There are plenty of people on this blog who can contest I am who I say I am. Fck you and MR.
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plenty? you sure?
one is one
two is a couple
three is a few
how much is plenty?
how bout you just naming a few, or even a couple that can contest who you say you are.
oh, disclaimer: needs to be someone who’s actually been here a while. creating a new name to verify you prob won’t wash
November 15th, 2010 at 3:28 pm
Tom Cable is the best coach in the division
Pioli seems like he has the Chiefs playing pretty disciplined playing to their strenghts…
November 15th, 2010 at 3:28 pm
# exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
To a certain party that does not understand why Al Davis won and not Lance, there were several reasons.
1. Kiffin wanted to tamper with Tampa Bay and get Monte Kiffin and fire Ryan. Cause.
2. Having Seabass try a 76 yrd field goal. Insubordination. Cause.
3. Leaking disputes to the media. Cause.
4. Lying about the General Partner. Cause.
5. Seeking employment in the college ranks while under contract to the Raiders. Cause.
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6. Criticizing play calling, roster and depth chart decisions as pertaining to football performance. Performance.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Just the fact that some Davis flunky is in here laying the ground work for throwing the coaches under the Bus, “if”, is disgusting.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:30 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
MR, I’m far from your bud.
And yes, it’s on the coaches and players to get it done, NOW. They have everything they need to be sucessful this year.
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Isn’t it on Al Davis and the front office to get it done, NOW, too?
Don’t they too have everything they need to be successful this year?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
5-4 = NOTHING except a change of attitude, and an expectation of better things.
10-6 will mean NOTHING if it’s not for a Playoff spot.
Making the Playoffs will be GOOD, not great.
Winning 2+ Playoff games will be almost great.
Winning the AFC Championship would be almost great, and would be a great indicator that we have really arrived.
Winning the Super Bowl will be great beyond belief.
But, just getting to the Playoffs would mean this coaching staff and players have done a GREAT JOB getting there…especially considering where they started from.
Spin it any way you want, haters — Al and company have done a fantastic job thus far…with the hard work just started.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
Is the promised land for you getting drubbed in the SB?
ok then Brian Billick won the superbowl and is out of a job, Jeff Fisher hasn’t won the big one I think he’s pretty good
November 15th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
# KoolKell Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Just the fact that some Davis flunky is in here laying the ground work for throwing the coaches under the Bus, “if”, is disgusting.
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That is disgusting. And if that’s what Hayes is doing, he should be ashamed of himself.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
Al davis is the GM of this team. He had a great draft this year and brought in some key players who are making a difference and it’s showing on the field. deal with it haters…lol
November 15th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:28 pm
# exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
To a certain party that does not understand why Al Davis won and not Lance, there were several reasons.
1. Kiffin wanted to tamper with Tampa Bay and get Monte Kiffin and fire Ryan. Cause.
2. Having Seabass try a 76 yrd field goal. Insubordination. Cause.
3. Leaking disputes to the media. Cause.
4. Lying about the General Partner. Cause.
5. Seeking employment in the college ranks while under contract to the Raiders. Cause.
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6. Criticizing play calling, roster and depth chart decisions as pertaining to football performance. Performance.
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Dosn’t matter, what he did was unacceptable under the terms of his employment contract and the impartial arbitraitor agreed to and approved by both sides confirmed Kiffin was fired for cause. Spin it however you want. It was cause.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
I am glad the hard work just started….I would have preferred that it start 6 or 7 years ago, but better late than never.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
A 3 game winning streak, the first in almost 10 years, and “the Davis flunkies” are in here trying to take credit. Pathetic.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
KK — For 5 decades (DECADES!), Raiders coaches have denied being told who to play, when to play them, and what plays to call…even Al Davis’s worst HC enemies (Shanahan, Lance) say those things never happened.
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you lie, or you are confused.
Phil Villipiano is on record saying was a shame how Al forced Madden who to play, and what plays to call.
Madden is on record saying that for most of his last season with raiders he refused to talk to Al.
Gruden is on record saying al would call down plays.
Cable is on record saying that al had to ok russell not starting the week following his benching. (reported here, i believe)
norv turner is on record saying he benched collins for tuiasosopu, only to have al overrule him, where norv had to stand in front of the same reporters and said collins would remain the starter, even though the day before norv said tui would start the remaining four games.
players, numerous ones, have commented how al calls down plays, or, as sapp stated, tells them what defense to run.
again, you are confused.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
# HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
just getting to the Playoffs would mean this coaching staff and players have done a GREAT JOB getting there…especially considering where they started from.
Spin it any way you want, haters — Al and company have done a fantastic job thus far…with the hard work just started.
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LOL.
Again.
The team is doing a “great” job.
Al is doing a “fantastic” job!
Haven’t Cable, the assistant coaches, and the players done a “fantastic” job, too? Aren’t they working as hard as Al?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
51.inonewordraider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:32 pm
Is the promised land for you getting drubbed in the SB?
ok then Brian Billick won the superbowl and is out of a job, Jeff Fisher hasn’t won the big one I think he’s pretty good
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I am talking about Tom Cable and his abilities. If we had Billick or Fisher in Oakland our chances of success would jump enormously.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
If you are going to blame Al when things are bad then you have to give him credit when things are going well. they have cleared out the cancers in the locker room and avoided signing anymore potential primadonnas. Time to clean the cancers out of this chat room!
November 15th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
Dosn’t matter (Al’s numerous slips revealing him to have fired Kiffin for performance instead of cause),
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Yes it does, according to how coaches contracts are recognized by the NFL. If Al fired him for performance, he should have to pay him what’s left of the contract.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:39 pm
MR — You and KK can chase your tails around all night…I’ve spent enough of my time, and a good buzz, screwing around in here. I’ll leave it to you poseurs and haters for the time being.
And, if you find ONE coach who says those directions were ever given to them by Al Davis, I will rapidly admit that it happened. Despite 47+ years of no record of it EVER happening, and no coach or player EVER stating it happened as a fact…you spew it out as if it did.
MR — You can chase that pathetic tail all night long, with KK…I’ve got a much fuller life to enjoy.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:39 pm
I am talking about Tom Cable and his abilities. If we had Billick or Fisher in Oakland our chances of success would jump enormously.
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Pure speculation. If Jeff fisher is so smart them why did he sign Randy Moss?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:41 pm
I remember the Jamarcus supporters blaming many of his issues on coaching and specifically coach Cable.
Well look at where there careers have gone since Cable benched him in the KC game last year. We went on to win a few improbable games in 2009 and now Coach Cable is well on his way to at worst a top 3 in COY voting.
Meanwhile, Jamarcus is still trying to compete for an invite for a workout and/or a 3rd string job, with guys who aren’t in the league either, with no real level of success yet.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:41 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:39 pm
if you find ONE coach who says those directions were ever given to them by Al Davis, I will rapidly admit that it happened.
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TOTAL F’N BACK PEDAL!
YOU ARE A FRAUD, PERIOD!!!!
Never mind back pedal, you did a back flip, period. Unbelievable.
You said that every single coach we had has denied ever taking orders from Al regarding play calling, depth chart, etc.
I asked you to name one.
Now you’re turning it around and asking me to prove that any of them claimed that Al meddles.
You are a spinmeister and a fraud.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:43 pm
So name one then MR since you seem to have first hand knowledge of this happening… who is your source? Warren Sapp?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:44 pm
HayesDaze, most of the Davis shills are doing a great job thus far of lying to make Al look good. You, on the other hand, are doing a FANTASTIC job!
November 15th, 2010 at 3:45 pm
We have the talent to make it into the playoffs obviously since were in 1st place in the division, if we get there we gotta give props to coaching staff and owner but theres a long way to go with a tough schedule, KC tied with us with a seemingly easier schedule, and the Chargers getting back to full strength
November 15th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
Cassell is the worst QB in the league.
I’d take both our guys over him.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
The haters are in a tizzy. love it. the more success the team has the more upset you guys get… awesome…
November 15th, 2010 at 3:48 pm
J Hill Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
Cassell is the worst QB in the league.
I’d take both our guys over him
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Didn’t Cassel throw for 470 yards and 4 tds yesterday?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:49 pm
Hayes is in a tizzy because he fears the players and the coaches are getting more credit for the 3 game streak than Al. In case you haven’t noticed, No Mas, that’s been his entire agenda today.
Did you not notice him saying the players are doing a great job…thus far (he emphasizes), while Al has done a “great job”, outright?
Then in a later comment, he says the players have done a great job, while Al has done a “fantastic” job. LOL.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:49 pm
HD37
Great write up on #232
Tom Cable is swinging an iron sledge…forged of draft picks, trades, and free agent acquisitions made by the great Al Davis.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:41 pm
I remember the Jamarcus supporters blaming many of his issues on coaching and specifically coach Cable.
Well look at where there careers have gone since Cable benched him in the KC game last year. We went on to win a few improbable games in 2009 and now Coach Cable is well on his way to at worst a top 3 in COY voting.
Meanwhile, Jamarcus is still trying to compete for an invite for a workout and/or a 3rd string job, with guys who aren’t in the league either, with no real level of success yet.
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All True.
Cable is, in some corners, underestimated.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
You guys are funny. Bickering over what Al does or doesn’t do. Yes, he’s involved in decisions. Yes, he’s more responsible for wins and losses than any other owner. Who cares when and how? They’re winning now. If they start to fade again, then we can bash Al.
Me? I’m still psyched about Jacoby Ford, Darren McFadden and the defense. I want to see more reverses and quick passes to our lightning fast receivers. Coaches are doing a great job.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
STB — You should just change your alias to BS for posting hack rumors like that. Show their quotes — especially where GRUDEN SAYSW AL CALLED DOWN PLAYS.
That, and Warren Sapp’s BS, are some of the latest claims by you and others like you. Warren Sapp never heard anyone relay a play (even in his own words, he just thought it may have happened because he “heard” the phone ring on the sideline. Guess what? People are on the phone all game long during NFL games).
A GM…especially an Owner-GM…has every right to draft and choose players he wants to fit the scheme he sees his team running. Every coach in Raiders history knew what to expect, and a few have handled it. Cable’s handling it just fine…and it seems you guys can’t stand success…simply because Al Davis has done the job of getting this team back on the right track.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:51 pm
Cable took a few steps back in the coach of the year voting with that fake punt.
Leading the league in penalties isn’t helping either.
The asst head coach/OC is doing a great job though.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:52 pm
No Mas Diamante Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:43 pm
So name one then MR since you seem to have first hand knowledge of this happening… who is your source? Warren Sapp?
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Sapp is His only source.
So consider the source.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
74.RaiderLen Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
All True.
Cable is, in some corners, underestimated.
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Is it possible to underestimate a HC that has a career record of 25-58?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
You guys can whine all night, and all year for that matter…I’ll stick to cheering on my team all year long. Just like I always do.
It really IS a great day to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
A 3 game winning streak, the first in almost 10 years, and “the Davis flunkies” are in here trying to take credit from the Coaches… Pathetic.
Just goes to show you how petty Al Davis is. I just hope that counterproductive nonsense, which Al Davis is so famous for, doesn’t ruin a good thing trying to happen.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
Cable is in the last year of his contract. If he is not retained for some reason, Hue will more than likely be the HC. Question is who does he bring in as an OC?
November 15th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
Thank God for the Sherlock Holmes on this site…without them we would never know if Miller/Asomugha/Henderson will be back in the lineup…We would never know how the run game (which is by far superior to New England’s) is gonna be against Pittsburgh…or how a faster and stronger Oakland D Line is gonna roll over Pittsburgh’s depleted O-Line…but thank God we DO know if Coaches like Davis and whether Davis or Cable has led us to 1st in the Division…Thank you Sherlocks…your witty banter and ability to perform live vivisections to your cyber nemesis has truly opened our eyes to the important issues of the day and given us purpose to read each retort with grave interest… I think you deserve the credit…your hard blogging and ability to abuse others who disagree surely got us to 5-4.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
77.J Hill Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:51 pm
Cable took a few steps back in the coach of the year voting with that fake punt.
Leading the league in penalties isn’t helping either.
The asst head coach/OC is doing a great job though.
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yep
November 15th, 2010 at 3:55 pm
No Mas Diamante Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
The haters are in a tizzy. love it. the more success the team has the more upset you guys get… awesome…
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That’s a damned lie. Dazey-Hayes is the one who’s upset. Davis isn’t getting enough credit , I guess.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
3.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Nonetheless, this is the right call by Cable. You stick with what’s working. I think Gradkowski is a better QB but I think to pull Campbell at this point would divide the locker room. Just a hunch.
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Agreed RMR. This is what I’ve been saying all along. You all know I have little regards for JaPuke but the only way to pull him is on his next poor performance. Which I predict will happen in Pitt.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
s it possible to underestimate a HC that has a career record of 25-58?
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Yes.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
If Al is really calling the shots then Henderson would be starting ahead of Veldheer and sam williams and thomas howard would be starting and not just special teamers.
Like I said: Blame Al when things go bad but give him his due when things are going well.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
I guess the real way to ask the question is if the Raiders win the division and make a nice run in the playoffs, will some team offer Hue a HC job?
Does Al block Hue leaving by not renewing Cable’s contract and going with Hue as HC?
That’s really the only scenario I can see Cable not being the HC.
November 15th, 2010 at 3:59 pm
K2-
Dude from CBS Sports was talking to Rod Brooks today…Rod applauded Oakland and SF…Dude then explains how awesome San Diego is and how Rivers will take San Diego (no further examination of SD’s offense or defense, etc.) to the Division title.
Love it. I don’t want haters enjoying our success…
November 15th, 2010 at 3:59 pm
The Return . . . http://bit.ly/bJR2K2
November 15th, 2010 at 4:00 pm
J Hill Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
Cable is in the last year of his contract. If he is not retained for some reason, Hue will more than likely be the HC. Question is who does he bring in as an OC?
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Loaded Question.
Who makes the decision? Al Or Hue?
By the way, Hue as an OC has done a good job.
That does not mean that he will by default, be a good HC.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:00 pm
89.J Hill Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
I guess the real way to ask the question is if the Raiders win the division and make a nice run in the playoffs, will some team offer Hue a HC job?
Does Al block Hue leaving by not renewing Cable’s contract and going with Hue as HC?
That’s really the only scenario I can see Cable not being the HC.
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Even though that would be the right thing to do, Al couldn’t do that….he would get killed in the press and in NFL circles for firing Cable under those conditions.
Sad deal.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:01 pm
Cable got arm twisted by AD to start JC. Unless we make the playoffs, Cable is toast. I believe AD already pegged Hue as the next HC. The only way AD will retain Tom is by winning out.
AD never committed to Tom this offseason.
AD rolled out Hue to take credit for the Qb switch earlier this year.
Now Tom is getting so much love that I am sure AD is def not happy about that. We all know what happened the last time the coach got more attention than him (Gruden?).
November 15th, 2010 at 4:02 pm
HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
Nonetheless, this is the right call by Cable. You stick with what’s working. I think Gradkowski is a better QB but I think to pull Campbell at this point would divide the locker room. Just a hunch.
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WTF is with that, MR??? Was it Cable’s call or was it Al’s call???
You (and KK) keep saying Al calls all the shots…and then you turn right around and say Cable made the call.
Which way is it, oh master of hypocrisy? Your way or the highway, obviously.
Tell us something from the other side of your mouth now!
HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT HYPOCRITE ALERT
November 15th, 2010 at 4:02 pm
Like I said: Blame Al when things go bad but give him his due when things are going well.
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The Raiders are doing well, DESPITE Al Davis. BECAUSE they turned AWAY from the stifiling Al Davis ISMS, EDICTS & PHILOSOPHIES.
Comphrende? Wakri Matsuka?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:03 pm
The guy from CBS may be right about rivers. he is a damn good qb. i don’t think the dolts will win the division but tell me you wouldn’t want to have that guy on our team. I hate his whiney punk ass but i’d welcome him with open arms if he were to come here.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Ahhh…that’s better. Now I’m gone.
It most certainly is a great evening to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
November 15th, 2010 at 4:04 pm
wrong again kk. you must be getting kinda tired of it by now…
November 15th, 2010 at 4:05 pm
he would get killed in the press and in NFL circles for firing Cable under those conditions.
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Who said anything about firing him?
Cable gets promoted to the position Hanson thought he was being groomed for.
Team President/GM!
November 15th, 2010 at 4:06 pm
Thank-You Al Davis, for taking your freaking hands OFF!!!!!
November 15th, 2010 at 4:06 pm
Haters in a tizzy. love it… “But we can’t win! Don’t you know that Al runs everything?” lol.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
lol
good one jhill
November 15th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
thats enough for today. later
November 15th, 2010 at 4:08 pm
KK so now his hands are off? Make up you’re freakin’ mind would ya?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I can’t wait to see what Hue comes out with against Pitt with 2 weeks to prepare.
I really hope they practice looking off Hairamalu. I mean REALLY emphasising it in practice.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Wow, one week McNabb is fat and can’t run the offense, the next week he gets a 5 year $78 million dollar deal.
Shannyrat and Bruce have lost it.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I bet Jerry Jones would like to steal Cable from Al.
Cable could change the culture of losing in Dallas.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:15 pm
J Hill Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I can’t wait to see what Hue comes out with against Pitt with 2 weeks to prepare.
I really hope they practice looking off Hairamalu. I mean REALLY emphasising it in practice.
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For sure. Like opening up gifts on christmas.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
108.Plunketthead Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I bet Jerry Jones would like to steal Cable from Al.
Cable could change the culture of losing in Dallas.
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LMAO
You guys are delusional.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
I love these people who pretend to know what goes on behind the scenes. When the Raiders are losing it’s because a certain person is meddling, and when they’re winning it’s because he all of a sudden backed off. It’s very entertaining to read. Predictable, but entertaining.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:17 pm
took a few games for the youngsters to understand winning…Now they have it….
the culture has changed when did it happen????
I want to remind you pro’s, semi pros’, and blog personalities a phrase that I read on this blog
sometime ago even before the draft;
“Other Forces are at work”
November 15th, 2010 at 4:19 pm
LMAO
You guys are delusional.
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Na, Plunketthead is an optimist.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:19 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
STB — You should just change your alias to BS for posting hack rumors like that
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You should change your alias to BS after outright making this up:
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:17 pm
KK — For 5 decades (DECADES!), Raiders coaches have denied being told who to play, when to play them, and what plays to call…even Al Davis’s worst HC enemies (Shanahan, Lance) say those things never happened.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:22 pm
Dakota,
On ESPN they said this contract offer has been on the table for about a month, before all this stuff with mcnabb happened. his agent walked in today and accepted the deal.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:22 pm
DHB, I hope he is okay… Need that speed to take the palo with him on those deep routes….
November 15th, 2010 at 4:24 pm
115.100PercentRaider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:22 pm
Dakota,
On ESPN they said this contract offer has been on the table for about a month, before all this stuff with mcnabb happened. his agent walked in today and accepted the deal.
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lol oooooops
November 15th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
This week Hue Jack will unveil the 4 WR set…
November 15th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
DHB needs to see his role reduced at this point. Its useless to have a guy on the field whose putting in as little production as he is. Dont get me wront i think he’ll be a hell of a player at some point, but clearly that time is not now. Start Jacoby and opposite him let DHB and Murphy split time.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:26 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
You guys can whine all night, and all year for that matter…I’ll stick to cheering on my team all year long.
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You’re doing more than cheering.
First off, you’re trying to engrave it into everyones heads that Al is more to credit than anyone else for this 3 game win streak, which is fine, if you weren’t such an a – hole about it. You’re saying the team and the coaches are doing a great job, “thus far”, while insisting Al has done a great job, outright, as if the job is complete. Coaches are still on the bubble, as far as you’re concerned, but Al has reached the top of the mountain? Please. Hypocritical at best.
Then, you flat out proclaim that past Raiders’ HCs have denied Al having ever meddled into their game plan. They never denied it. Not one. They’ve just been mute on it. Then when called on that, you tried to put it on me to prove that he has meddled. That’s not how it works, fraud. You said that those coaches clearly stated Al doesn’t meddle. Give us a link to any former coach ever insisting Al doesn’t meddle. I’ve only heard coaches say that he does, like Joe Bugel, who said he welcomed it. The rest have been mute on the issue.
You’re a liar, period. You’re here to make Al look good, nothing more. You’re not cheering for the team. Hell, you’ve undermined their efforts! You said they’re only doing a good job “thus far”, while insisting Al has done a “fantastic job”, outright. You’re beyond help.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:26 pm
More wildcat.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:26 pm
Any chanec Hue lets Campbell get off 40 pass attempts this week?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:28 pm
Makes you think McNabb was feeling a little insecure, doesnt it?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:28 pm
# exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
To a certain party that does not understand why Al Davis won and not Lance, there were several reasons.
1. Kiffin wanted to tamper with Tampa Bay and get Monte Kiffin and fire Ryan. Cause.
2. Having Seabass try a 76 yrd field goal. Insubordination. Cause.
3. Leaking disputes to the media. Cause.
4. Lying about the General Partner. Cause.
5. Seeking employment in the college ranks while under contract to the Raiders. Cause.
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The real reason AD won die to two words – OVERHEAD PROJECTOR. Who can argue with that approach.
)
November 15th, 2010 at 4:28 pm
# aig-raiders Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
Agreed RMR. This is what I’ve been saying all along. You all know I have little regards for JaPuke but the only way to pull him is on his next poor performance. Which I predict will happen in Pitt.
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Don’t do that. You’re going to root for him to fail now, so that you’ll be right.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
Cable has a 25-58 record as a head coach? That’s BS. This is his second full season. He’s now 9-19. The haters are really grasping at straws as we return to respectability and beyond.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
4 WR set to spread picksburgh
DHB or JLH
JFORD
ZMILL
LMURPHY
DMAC as the lone back…You could run, or throw with this formation…lots of single coverages abound….
November 15th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
NMiller must play in Pittsburgh. When NMiller plays we WIN.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:31 pm
LTR,
They are counting his head coaching record at Idaho. A school that is not even close to a football power house I might add. Cable is more than 9-19 though, he has coached more than 2 full seasons
November 15th, 2010 at 4:31 pm
Mike Davis 36 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
I love these people who pretend to know what goes on behind the scenes. When the Raiders are losing it’s because a certain person is meddling, and when they’re winning it’s because he all of a sudden backed off.
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There’s nothing contradictory in that. If Al is meddling, and it hurts the team, wouldn’t it make sense if the team were winning because he backed off?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:34 pm
I agree idaho doesnt count. Their stadium isnt even as nice as some college teams practice facilities.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:35 pm
The only record right now that I care about is 5-4.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:35 pm
Man, there is no greater feeling than changing out of your work clothes and putting on a brand new T-shirt.
It only gets better if that shirt happens to be a 2010 World Series champions shirt.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:36 pm
Wakari Mas K2.
Old timers appreicate the view while going down the road…while the kids in the nursery complain about the bumpy road…
I guess we were once idealistic and pedantic…thank the Lord those days are gone and we can bask in the glory of victory rather than pat ourselves on the back for knowing the ‘truth’…poor kids, they probably read ‘The Secret’ and feel empowered to bore us with their erudite insight.
Perhaps we should start a Power Rankings for each side and take side bets on the over/under of who is most obstinate….
November 15th, 2010 at 4:37 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
I DID NOT WRITE:
Dosn’t matter (Al’s numerous slips revealing him to have fired Kiffin for performance instead of cause),
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Yes it does, according to how coaches contracts are recognized by the NFL. If Al fired him for performance, he should have to pay him what’s left of the contract.
=======================================================It’s like argueing with a moron. MR, you changed my quote for your argument. What you posted had nothing close to what I wrote.
“Dosn’t matter, what he did was unacceptable under the terms of his employment contract and the impartial arbitraitor agreed to and approved by both sides confirmed Kiffin was fired for cause. Spin it however you want. It was cause.”
Not your lying dribble.
Out til morning when decent Raider poster don’t edit your post to make a point.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:38 pm
134.Lowdown_in_Beijing Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:36 pm
Wakari Mas K2.
Old timers appreicate the view while going down the road…while the kids in the nursery complain about the bumpy road…
I guess we were once idealistic and pedantic…thank the Lord those days are gone and we can bask in the glory of victory rather than pat ourselves on the back for knowing the ‘truth’…poor kids, they probably read ‘The Secret’ and feel empowered to bore us with their erudite insight.
Perhaps we should start a Power Rankings for each side and take side bets on the over/under of who is most obstinate….
______________________________________________________
Post of the day! Except for mine………..The Return http://bit.ly/bJR2K2
November 15th, 2010 at 4:39 pm
#134 LOL
Spot on.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:40 pm
[...] to be influenced at least to some degree by owner Al Davis, an adamant Campbell supporter. Source: Oakland Tribune Attached Thumbnails [...]
November 15th, 2010 at 4:40 pm
MR are you still babbling about the same old crap in here?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
LowDown,
picking nits is the way of the lice-ridden. It is all the “kids” have ever known. (KK should know better but he has some issue all to himself.)
to twist Bobby D. – those who were last will later be first for the times they are-a changin’
November 15th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
Lowdown_in_Beijing, It’s human nature, I guess. Everybody wants to lead the parade, particularly on blogs, I suspect.
The Raiders are winning, so It’s all good with me.
You still over there?
November 15th, 2010 at 4:43 pm
126.LTR Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
Cable has a 25-58 record as a head coach? That’s BS. This is his second full season. He’s now 9-19. The haters are really grasping at straws as we return to respectability and beyond.
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No it is not BS it is fact. As a head coach Tom Cable is 25-58. As an NFL HC he is 14-23. Just facts.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:45 pm
Cable, as an NFL HC, will stand on his merit alone.
Wins are the measure.
Back in the old days, teams that were rebuilding had a 5 yr plan.
Not so in Today’s NFL and culture.
Cable, has said all along that the team was close.
The Last 4 of 5 weeks have demonstrated this belief.
I hope come Sunday,the Team can take another step towards that belief.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:47 pm
Dakota,
after your victory lap with your Love-Child I would’ve thought that you’d give Barney Rubble a break. HueJack and the Marshall plan and A.D. are in control except for a stray fake-punt or time-out call.
November 15th, 2010 at 4:47 pm
# exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:37 pm
You’re absolutely right, MR. I agree with just about everything you say.
…………..
Thank you!
November 15th, 2010 at 4:55 pm
Cable’s stupidity is pure genius
November 15th, 2010 at 4:55 pm
JB Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
NMiller must play in Pittsburgh. When NMiller plays we WIN.
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I have allways liked NMILLER…the guy is a maker…
Not sure if he is in the dog house or what but he should get some run against picksburgh…
With Hue Doing 4 WR sets this week, one would hope he gets in the game…
November 15th, 2010 at 4:56 pm
With DHB injured we may score 40 points!
November 15th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Let’s review…
Al can’t GM anymore
Cable can’t coach, never could..
Our Qb’s (depending on who your “guy” is.) can’t QB..
Yet, here we are sitting on top of the division in November, playing some inspired ball of late.
So the only explanation must be, pure dumb ass luck..
November 15th, 2010 at 5:01 pm
Koolkell and Real Madden Raider have as much credibility as Lane Kiffins arbitration case.
November 15th, 2010 at 5:01 pm
909RaiderLifer Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Let’s review…
Al can’t GM anymore
Cable can’t coach, never could..
Our Qb’s (depending on who your “guy” is.) can’t QB..
Yet, here we are sitting on top of the division in November, playing some inspired ball of late.
So the only explanation must be, pure dumb ass luck..
+++++++++++++
we finnally have a defense that can keep us in games.
We have an offensive coordinator that is very creative….
November 15th, 2010 at 5:01 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:55 pm
Cable’s stupidity is pure genius
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LOL
“stupid” is as stupid does.
If the Raiders Win, all of the Cable BS will stop.
I read that only 5 players from 2008 remain in the starting lineup.
That has everything to do with the influence of the coaching staff, (led by Cable) on AL.
November 15th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Btw, what up 909…where you been hiding Bruh???
November 15th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Lowdown…
Long time no type…Still making widgets over there?..
November 15th, 2010 at 5:06 pm
43.Just Fire Baby Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 3:26 pm
My mid-season update:
Tom Cable is the best coach in the division
Darren McFadden is the best RB in the division
Our Defensive Line is the best in the division
Campbellkowski is the worst QB in the division
So unless our QB play really kills us, we will win the division due to having the best coach, RB and D-line.
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Generally agree with this post. Except DMC is in the conversation as best RB in the league.
The QB play needs significant improvement if there is to be a playoff run.
Receivers still need to play more consistently
November 15th, 2010 at 5:08 pm
Thec…
Work has finally picked op a bit, cutting into my “semi pro.” time..
How you doin? Tell your Charger neighbors, that we’re coming down there to whip their ass on 12/5..
November 15th, 2010 at 5:08 pm
909RaiderLifer Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 5:08 pm
Thec…
Work has finally picked op a bit, cutting into my “semi pro.” time..
How you doin? Tell your Charger neighbors, that we’re coming down there to whip their ass on 12/5..
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Truth….
November 15th, 2010 at 5:10 pm
909RaiderLifer, glad to hear things are picking up….I have been ringing the dischargers ear all this year…I predicted them to be 7-9, hope they live up to it…I dont like rivers however he gets it done when not blitzed…
November 15th, 2010 at 5:12 pm
Best choice the “other forces at work” made was removing cable from play caling and bringing in Hue Jack…
November 15th, 2010 at 5:16 pm
I have to make my escape….
Everyone have a great evening….
1 NATION………RAIDER NATION….
November 15th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
Thec…
I despise Rivers, but that punk can sling it..Looking forward to seeing him sandwiched between big Sey, and TK…see him squish like play doh…..lol..
November 15th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
KK now that they are winning is not alright with you, all you ever do is try start crap that isn’t there. You’re worse than the meddling media that tries to stir crap with local teams to make things more interesting for readers.
Nothing is going wrong fr you to complain about so your sick mind conjures something up. Your really ill dude you need help. You’re obssesed with a man that doesn’t know you exist and you make up lies to justify what bounces around in your retarded head.
November 15th, 2010 at 5:19 pm
Dolphins tried out five QBs today: JaMarcus Russell, Tom Brandstater, J.T. O’Sullivan, Patrick Ramsey, Tommy Grady. Signed only Ramsey.
November 15th, 2010 at 5:20 pm
Thec…
Take care, brethren….
November 15th, 2010 at 5:20 pm
For all your Russell Fans out there, this is his competition in ‘tryouts’ for the Dolphins who have only 1 healthy QB on their roster….and he still didn’t get the spot. Tryouts must not have been too good….
November 15th, 2010 at 5:21 pm
Another category we gained in the bye week?
Up one notch in rushing defense, from #26 to #25.
It’s been slowly going down, if they can continue to improve and somehow get under #20th in the league, that would be pretty damn amazing.
November 15th, 2010 at 5:22 pm
Jerry…
How about the rest of the fix?……
November 15th, 2010 at 5:23 pm
I would say that the odds of Jamarcus Russell just being sober in his tryout today were close to 50/50
November 15th, 2010 at 6:40 pm
[...] earned the right to do that,” Cable told Bay Area media Monday, per Jerry McDonald of the Oakland Tribune. “Four out of the last five games are wins. Bruce will be the backup and we’ll go from [...]
November 15th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
Thec07 Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 5:01 pm
909RaiderLifer Says:
November 15th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Let’s review…
Al can’t GM anymore
Cable can’t coach, never could..
Our Qb’s (depending on who your “guy” is.) can’t QB..
Yet, here we are sitting on top of the division in November, playing some inspired ball of late.
So the only explanation must be, pure dumb ass luck
#################
And..pushin out the jive and bringin in the love.
November 15th, 2010 at 7:07 pm
From PFT:
ESPN’s Michael Smith reports that the Redskins have signed McNabb to a five-year, $78 million extension with a reported $40 million guaranteed.
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4skins got ripped off.
November 15th, 2010 at 7:32 pm
[...] earned the right to do that,” Cable told Bay Area media Monday, per Jerry McDonald of the Oakland Tribune. “Four out of the last five games are wins. Bruce will be the backup and we’ll go from [...]
November 15th, 2010 at 8:21 pm
K2..back and forth recently for both family issues and looking at a few ventures stateside, then back there at the start of the year to kick off a new potential money maker. Multiple streams of income is what it is all about. Japan has too much bureaucracy and Yakuza are still part of anything outside the official corporate world. SO staying on the mainland and letting the system work for me; those b@stards love making money.
I admire your “fan clubs” tenacity…they actually think you care. Keep it up. Where’s LMN? Haven’t seen much of him.
November 16th, 2010 at 1:48 am
Damn, last time I checked, we had a winning record, and were in the lead in our division, and not to mention a suddenly dominating D-line 2 of the top 3 DT’s,(NFL.com), and 2nd in NFL in sacks also),a strong running game and a whole bunch of different players contributing every week….Offense and Defense rank in the top 10 in the league…those are good things…and alot of you here are acting like we suck still, maybe you got too used to losing, but it looks like our team is on the upswing after 7 miserable years…the Raiders are starting to gel I think…They have been getting it done collectively..as a unit, like a small military unit, and there are leaders on the team and in the coaches and ownership and it seems like players are responding, you can’t argue the results…and whoever has the call of who starts at QB, so be it…we can get it done with one of the two, if JC struggles, they wont hesitate to pull him and let Grads try to spark something…believe it or not, this is a good problem to have……Al Davis is the OWNER, he will always give his input in one way or another, but I think he loosened the reigns a bit at let the coaching staff coach, he is definitely gonna have some say, but I think he behind Cable 100 percent… until he’s not….you guys should just sit back and enjoy the ride….we are in control of the AFC west..and exorcising demons along the way..lets see if we can end this 7rr losing streak coming off the bye…..Be happy guys Ur not LOSERS any more!!!!!!Don’t act like em..