It’s O’Sullivan; Gradkowski to I.R.
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010 at 3:10 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Coach Tom Cable confirmed the signing of veteran quarteback J.T. O’Sullivan Thursday, as well as placing Bruce Gradkowski on the injured reserve list.
Cable said he wasn’t sure if Gradkowski would have surgery, but that there didn’t seem to be enough season left for him to make a comeback. Gradkowski was out five weeks after his initial third degree separation.
More to come . . .
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December 2nd, 2010 at 3:11 pm
SnB,
This is Al Davis’ gift to you for bagging on Shaun Hill and Sullivan so much this year. You got your worst nitemare bro.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:11 pm
first
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:13 pm
61.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Redneck Raider, how goes the chat room?
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Yeah redneck how goes it?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:17 pm
67.RaiderRockstar Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 2:59 pm
Kell,
since 1995?
are you suggesting that Al Davis never should have moved the team back to Oakland, better known as the landfill of the Bay Area?
Maybe a move back to L.A. would persuade vet free agents to come here?!?!
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Yeah Baby! We know Brien is down with that! Back to LA BABY!
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:18 pm
So long Bruce. You were a rather plucky addition to the team. We’ll always have the Steelers game of 09 to remember you.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:22 pm
Good riddance Bruce. Your pathetic excuse for an arm won’t be missed.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:24 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 2:59 pm
Kell,
since 1995?
are you suggesting that Al Davis never should have moved the team back to Oakland, better known as the landfill of the Bay Area?
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Interestingly enough, the south and the midwest are known as the landfill of the America.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
FINALLY!!! Bruce is on IR. This kid has the heart of a lion but is fragile as hell. He is a career backup at best but that Raider Nation can thank him for his energy.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
Interesting to see what the 2011 market will be for Bruce Gradkowski.
Wouldn’t be suprised if Hue demanded we resign him next year as a backup.
Hue’s crush on Bruce was worse than mine.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:27 pm
Best day of Bruce’s life. While his future is uncertain, he knows one thing, if he plays for an NFL team again, chances are very good they’ll be better than his current.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:27 pm
RRS,
Why are you debating with MR. It’s useless man.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:27 pm
LETS GO L.A. RAIDERS!!! Oakland is such a dump we have two sellouts in the last two years
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Bruce should do the shoulder surgery.He will go whereever there is Jon Gruden in the nfl. I have a hunch he will sign again with the Raiders as a back up to whoever is Al’s latest next Plunkett/Lamonica project.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
O’sullivan is the new……..
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Aig-Raiders Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:27 pm
RRS,
Why are you debating with MR. It’s useless man.
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It’s useless debating with you.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Interesting some Raider fans are celebrating Bruce being put on the I.R. Celebrating someone else’s problems is usually a sign of envy. Were they perhaps threatened by Bruce Gradkowski, knowing he is better than the slated starter, who the owner has said is the next “Jim Plunkett”?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
does o sullivan play oline?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:30 pm
# aig-raiders Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:27 pm
RRS,
Why are you debating with MR. It’s useless man.
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Kind of how it was useless for Jerry Quarry to fight Muhammad Ali.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:31 pm
We should all give thanks that Bruce didn’t play like Charlie Frye last year.
If so, Jamarcus Russell would probably still be QB-ing for us, and we would not be 5-6 right now.
Bruce allowed Al to see that the problem was at QB, and got rid of Jamarcus and ushered in the forgettable Campellkowski era, but at least we are fielding a more competitive team.
I will pour some Bacardi and Coke out for Mr. Gradkowski tonight.
I still think of Seabass makes that kick in AZ, Bruce’s career might have went another direction. 2 out of 3 wins the year before, a comeback win against STL and a comeback win against AZ? That would have been 4 out of 5 wins with a lousy team.
Instead he missed, and the clock turned to midnight on Bruce.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:34 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:31 pm
Bruce allowed Al to see that the problem was at QB,
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You mean Al couldn’t see it himself? You act like our GM is a senile, 80 year old man.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:36 pm
16.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Interesting some Raider fans are celebrating Bruce being put on the I.R. Celebrating someone else’s problems is usually a sign of envy. Were they perhaps threatened by Bruce Gradkowski, knowing he is better than the slated starter, who the owner has said is the next “Jim Plunkett”?
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I’m not celebrating Bruces injury but it is a relief to know he cant be forced into action again at less then 100%. JC can lead our Raiders to W’s. What is he 4-2 as our starter this season??? He is capable of winning if he is just a game manager with limited throws. Bruce should also have had limited throws. Our O-line needs to find their huevos and the play calling needs to be less predictable to get our the ground game back on track. Limit the time our D is on the field by our running game and we’ll have success again
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:37 pm
Sometimes a guy’s nfl career is all about timing. Bruce got some bad timing, but he was stupid for taking on the Houston safety. Hue was right that Bruce needs to save himself. Bruce can’t blame anyone but himself for not protecting his body.
BTW AB Paine or whatever name you are trollign with, it’s nice to know that last week you wanted Bruce to come in for the JC and now you’re giving him the finger. With friends like you, who needs enemies.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:37 pm
Good luck, Bruce. I know you’ll catch on somewhere. Hopefully you come back next year as a Raider.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:37 pm
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:36 pm
I’m not celebrating Bruces injury
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
FINALLY!!! Bruce is on IR.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:39 pm
19.Just Fire Baby Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:31 pm
We should all give thanks that Bruce didn’t play like Charlie Frye last year.
If so, Jamarcus Russell would probably still be QB-ing for us, and we would not be 5-6 right now.
Bruce allowed Al to see that the problem was at QB, and got rid of Jamarcus and ushered in the forgettable Campellkowski era, but at least we are fielding a more competitive team.
I will pour some Bacardi and Coke out for Mr. Gradkowski tonight.
I still think of Seabass makes that kick in AZ, Bruce’s career might have went another direction. 2 out of 3 wins the year before, a comeback win against STL and a comeback win against AZ? That would have been 4 out of 5 wins with a lousy team.
Instead he missed, and the clock turned to midnight on Bruce.
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It should have never came down to a Seabass kick to win the game. Bruce was awful in the redzone and failed to manage the clock.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:39 pm
Bruce on IR is the best thign for the Raiders. We dont need anymore distractions. It is what it is. JC is on the spot now. He can be the hero or the goat, only time will tell.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
7.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:24 pm
Interestingly enough, the south and the midwest are known as the landfill of the America.
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See what happens to those who spend their lives toiling in employment obscurity as a Carl’s Jr. nightshift worker….they really start to believe that cookie cutter cities, smog, crime and constant shallow relationships are the keys to happiness. lol
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
# socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:39 pm
It should have never came down to a Seabass kick to win the game. Bruce was awful in the redzone and failed to manage the clock.
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So many great NFL teams have won several games with a game ending field goal kick, you could write a book on it. Either watch football for a change, or drop your agenda.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
24.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:37 pm
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:36 pm
I’m not celebrating Bruces injury
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
FINALLY!!! Bruce is on IR.
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He’s put out of his own misery. I dont think the guy knows his own body and definitely doesnt listen to it. It was clear in all of his throws last sunday that he wasnt 100%. Would you rather him come back in 2 weeks still not healthy and be a liability again?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:42 pm
I look forward to seeing bruce in the UFL Next YEar
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:42 pm
It should have never came down to a Seabass kick to win the game. Bruce was awful in the redzone and failed to manage the clock.
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Would you agree he cleaned up the red zone woes the following week?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Dakota Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
See what happens to those who spend their lives toiling in employment obscurity as a Carl’s Jr. nightshift worker….they really start to believe that…. constant shallow relationships are the keys to happiness.
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What do you know about multiple relationships? You’re still with the woman your parents arranged for you.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:44 pm
I hope we keep Garbagekowski as a backup QB….maybe 3rd string.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Bruce was awful in the redzone and failed to manage the clock.
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He failed to manage the clock yes, but it would have been a moot point if Hue got the call in quicker or DHB caught the pass that the NFLN put him on blast for dropping on 3rd down.
People bring up the 1 out of 5, but the 5th time was on the last kick, we never tried to score. So really he was 1 out of 4 that day, and Mike Bush had 2 attempts from the one and never got in, and DHB dropped a pass in the end zone.
Those errors mixed with Bruce’s bonehead decision to not use a timeout is the difference between 4 out of 4, and 1 out of 4.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:46 pm
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:36 pm
I’m not celebrating Bruces injury
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socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
FINALLY!!! Bruce is on IR.
socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
He’s put out of his own misery.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:46 pm
Doubt Bruce would want to come back. Sure the fans love him (the ones who attend the games, anyway), but he’s got to be soured on the organization at this point.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:47 pm
Jason Campbell better play better or he is going to be on the market as well as Bruce.
The contract next year is not guaranteed, no guaranteed money, and he is set for a 50% pay raise.
Won’t see that if Hue is learning towards giving Boller or JT some run at the end of the year.
It is make or break for Campbell in his career right now, and let’s hope he makes it for the Raiders sake.
I think he plays well this weekend, but he needs to play well the next 5 weekends, or at least 4 out of the 5.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:47 pm
31.LA to TheBay Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:42 pm
It should have never came down to a Seabass kick to win the game. Bruce was awful in the redzone and failed to manage the clock.
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Would you agree he cleaned up the red zone woes the following week?
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Some improvement but number dont lie from the Texans game. As an NFL QB you need to protect the ball and manage the game.
C/ATT YDS AVG TD INT RATING
B. Gradkowski 24/39 278 7.1 2 2 78.8
FUM LOST REC
B. Gradkowski 2 1 0
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:49 pm
Agreed, LA to the Bay. The league knows Bruce is good. He’s a WCO type of QB who can move the chains and they all know it. They won’t saddle him with some vertical offense like the Raiders did last week. He’s a fit on several teams, several teams better than the Raiders, too. This is probably the best thing that’s happened to him. And the Raiders lose one of their best players. When you’re in your 8th straight losing season, the last thing you should be celebrating is a good player going to the garage. But that’s Raider fans.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:49 pm
3/3 in the red zone weren’t they?
If you put that game on Bruce and the offense, you’re crazy. The D quit down 7, then down 14, then down 10.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:49 pm
It’s stupid to see people still nitpick on Bruce for the AZ game. The goat of that game was spec team. They gave up 7 and missed 3 fgs including the game winner.
Had we scored on that next to last redzone series, who is to say that AZ would not have gone for it on 4th and 5 at our 45 yd line with 3 min left?
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:50 pm
78.8 QB rating is about 6 points higher than our season average.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:50 pm
Bruce is a mench. He’ll be a coach one day.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:51 pm
I think Minnesota will take a look at Bruce in the offseason.
Although that dome turf might give Bruce and his bum shoulder nightmares.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:52 pm
I’d like to find out if Bruce was hurt during the Miami game or if he is really that bad because he looked like a decent qb for us every other time he played in my opinion, doubt we will
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:52 pm
VR is 100% correct.
Campbell’s got the job and doesn’t have to worry about anyone breathing down his neck. I don’t think they’ll be leaning toward Boller at all.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:52 pm
Oakland will try to resign Bruce for next yr. There will be other teams interested in doing the same. They pushed him back too soon when he was’nt ready. The last game showed the whole world he was still hurt. Dam he looked awesome in preseason.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:53 pm
Our QB is JC from here on out. Hopefully he can lead the team on the long yard/time consuming TD drives he did earlier in the year vs SD. Keeping the SD offense off the field is key to winning this weekend.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:54 pm
number dont lie from the Texans game
you must have not seen the game because both picks should have been caught by our receivers
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:54 pm
LA to TheBay Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:52 pm
VR is 100% correct.
Campbell’s got the job and doesn’t have to worry about anyone breathing down his neck.
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Yeh, Campbell’s going to just light it up now…
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:54 pm
If JC struggles you can bet your azz they’ll give Boller a shot. To bad Colt Brennan got in a car accident.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Well, let’s just say. It’s going to be fun to watch Jason Campbell this Sunday. I will be rooting for him. I will not be critical and start laughing my ass off when he looks like the Jason Campbell that he’s pretty much looked like his entire NFL career. And I’ll be right here, observing with my fellow Raider fans. It will be fun.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Bruce was good for the Raiders. He allowed Al to get rid of Jawalrus. that in itself is better than having Al sticking with Jawalrus for another year. I’m thankful for his time with us and hope they get him back.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Can’t imagine San Diego is going to let Jason just dink and dunk his way down the field like last game against them.
Getting 3rd and 14 conversions on a dumpoff pass to Mike Bush was just as ridiculous as when we let Darren Sproles do the same ish to us the season opener in 2009.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:59 pm
If Jason Campbell’s career repeats itself, he will play well in a loss this weekend or maybe pull out a nice win, regress the next week, lay a Pitt-SF type stinker soon there after, than play pretty well as we play out the string.
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:59 pm
You mean we have dink and dunk plays? We sure weren’t calling them last week. We were only putting in stuff for Bruce that required receivers to get separation 10 yards down field. Interesting.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:00 pm
Jason Campbell is the next Jim Plunkett, yet the Raiders are putting together a dink and dunk game plan for him?
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:01 pm
55.Just Fire Baby Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Can’t imagine San Diego is going to let Jason just dink and dunk his way down the field like last game against them.
Getting 3rd and 14 conversions on a dumpoff pass to Mike Bush was just as ridiculous as when we let Darren Sproles do the same ish to us the season opener in 2009.
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I’m still having nightmares from being at that game. Damn, that one hurt being there in person and with my buddy whos a SD fan. The NFL stole that one from us when the Murphy TD was overturned!!!
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:01 pm
MR,
I can’t seem to find the video, but I have seen a segment on some NFL show about coaches and one of the featured coaches was Jon Gruden. They showed Gruden during practice just destroying some QB, the QB pissed him off so much he yanked him during drills and asked for someone that at least handle a snap….the QB he was all over….none other than Bruce Garbagekowski. Gruden knew then what we all know now….Garbagekowski is not an NFL QB.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:02 pm
I hope JC rips it up. They need to give him some help though. How about a couple deep routes running off coverage for the crossing routes under neath Hue?
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
I remember a guy named Rich who used to dink n dunk with the best of them. It also helped that he had two HOF WR’s. Our best WR is a 4th round pick from Clemson
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
face it bruce isnt very good. He is not starting material in the nfl. He is fragile and just doesnt have talent to play in this leauge. If he is lucky he will catch on a s 3rd string in the ufl next year. This was the the year the teachers pet could show what he can do, and he showe nothing short of absolute below average play.
This should not be a shock it is exactly wht the career numbers should have told you from the start.
Bruce stinks, and cable had to put him on ir in order to shut him up. Cable and grad flopped in the miami game, againn and humiliated themselves in the process. Bruce selfishly popped off that he could come back continuing to stir the contraversy. rather than suffer further humiliation Cable sent this weak armed turn over machine packing, along with his losing record.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
I always read into these comments to see if other raider fans have any good insight apart from the talking heads, and occasionally comment if I feel like sharing my thoughts or am possibly drunk-blogging but lately this place has more hen-cackling than an oprah book club, acting like a bunch of bee-atches talking drama in the bathroom at the bar, useless name calling and ignorance. Out of respect for the team can we talk football once and awhile?
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Raiders defense actually played very well against SD in the MNF opener in ‘09, until they switched the prevent at the end. They used a cover 1 most of the game, which is the defense the Raiders should always use with their talent, and they just shut Rivers down. Then they want prevent, with 2 minutes on the clock and SD down by only 3. Thanks again, Al.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:05 pm
# socalraider2408 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
I remember a guy named Rich who used to dink n dunk with the best of them. It also helped that he had two HOF WR’s. Our best WR is a 4th round pick from Clemson
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Except nobody called Rich the next “Jim Plunkett”. How do you call someone the next Jim Plunkett, then draw up an dink and dunk game plan for them? LOL.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:05 pm
Yeah Dakota that’s why he drafted him?
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:05 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:54 pm
LA to TheBay Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 3:52 pm
VR is 100% correct.
Campbell’s got the job and doesn’t have to worry about anyone breathing down his neck.
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Yeh, Campbell’s going to just light it up now…
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We all hope so, even you apparently.
LA to TheBay = Jason Campbell’s biggest fan right now.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:05 pm
I agree that a pressure defense is more effective
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:06 pm
Well the weirdness of the Raiders prevailed.
Team looking great heading into a bye, getting national recognition. Than what happens?
We come out flat against Pitt, pull the QB, and our star defensive player punches the QB and gets tossed. We follow that up with an awful no-show at home, with the weirdest QB handling I have seen in years and another loss.
Now coaches are taking shots at players, and vice versa and the Raider minions are giving players reverse espionage pointers when dealing with the media.
Really know how to handle a good thing don’t they? lol
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:07 pm
Bring back Russell?
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:07 pm
67.raiderfankirk Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:05 pm
Yeah Dakota that’s why he drafted him?
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You think it would be the first time a coach drafted a player and then realized it was a mistake? lmao come on man.
Imagine how McDaniels feels right about now.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:07 pm
mistic1 Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
face it bruce isnt very good. He is not starting material in the nfl. He is fragile and just doesnt have talent to play in this leauge. If he is lucky he will catch on a s 3rd string in the ufl next year.
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Most teams don’t carry a 4th QB, so I doubt we’ll see him and Campbell on the same team again.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:08 pm
64.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Raiders defense actually played very well against SD in the MNF opener in ‘09, until they switched the prevent at the end. They used a cover 1 most of the game, which is the defense the Raiders should always use with their talent, and they just shut Rivers down. Then they want prevent, with 2 minutes on the clock and SD down by only 3. Thanks again, Al.
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I dont think we are healthy enough at DB to play cover 1 on sunday. I really hope last sunday was just the rookie learning curve for W.McFadden. hes got alot of potential. last sunday was the first time hes seen that much action if im not mistaken
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:08 pm
Dakota, Gruden drafted Gradkowski, and is hard on all quarterbacks. Maybe not Gannon, but that’s probably because Gannon was just about his age. It just wouldn’t have been dignified. Did you see those ESPN specials where Gruden was tutoring QBs? See him ripping that one kid for his southern accent, saying that nobody in the huddle could understand him? That’s Gru’s style. You’re reaching. And, again, he drafted Gradkowski.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:09 pm
Dakota he drafted him and kept him thinking he was garbage? C’mon man. lmao
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm
Oh, LAtotheBay, I’m definitely hoping Campbell lights it up. I’ll be in here rooting for him the whole game. And I promise, I will not make fun of him or the people shilling for him right now if he turns out to suck, like he has just about his entire career. I’m pulling for him.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm
he used to also yell at Gannon
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm
If he is lucky he will catch on a s 3rd string in the ufl next year.
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LMAO
Bruce will be collecting an NFL paycheck next year, you can book that.
Most of the 3rd string QB’s in the UFL didn’t even play division I football, better yet in the NFL.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:14 pm
77.raiderfankirk Says:
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm
he used to also yell at Gannon
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And Gannon used to yell back! The two were workaholics and settled for nothing less then perfection. What ever happened to those days???
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:18 pm
Cable on move to put Gradkowski on injured reserve: “I think a good decision was made to move forward.”
12.02.2010 at 03:12 PM
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:21 pm
I am CELEBRATING!!
I am glad they put Grads on IR. Now he can concentrate on healing properly. There was no way in hell he was going to have his second third degree separated shoulder healed with games to play. He would of pushed his shoulder attempted to play, and received his third, third degree separation.
Now the musical chair QB game can come to an end. What a freaking distraction rotating QB’s was becoming.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:26 pm
Socal he sure did. The ironic thing his Gannon and Bruce were both hurt the same way. Trying to take on a line backer. Fortunatly Bruce has a chance to learn from it.
December 2nd, 2010 at 4:52 pm
We need to stay healthy the rest of the way to get to 8-8 for the year. I want improvement. Al Davis needs to let go already. His vision and ways are suited for the 70’s-80’s, but not today’s advanced game. Advanced, I’m talking preperation, technology, etc. We have all that, but have a 80 year old owner acting as GM. I mean really, look around. All respect to Al Davis, but if you are unable to make trips with the team physically, you are unable to be the GM. Get over it!!!!
December 2nd, 2010 at 9:01 pm
What’s the best part of not having a first round pk? You can pursue a first round caliber player in fa! We need a qb in the worst way.
Ok we know the first 2 won’t hit the market but let’s see who’s available.
Would love to hear Raider Nations thoughts on who they like. Or is their someone to trade for ? Kitna, Rosenfels!
Top Quarterbacks
Peyton Manning, IND – There’s nothing to discuss here. Manning will stay in Indianapolis. It’s just a matter of getting the numbers ironed out.
Tom Brady, NE – Like Manning, there’s little doubt about Brady. Belichick has a little more volatility in his decision-making and more reliance in his system, but barring a major shocker, Brady will remain in New England.
Brett Favre, MIN – Favre is always a wildcard every offseason, but his contract will officially expire after season’s end. Another good year would grant him the opportunity to stay with the Vikings after missing another offseason, but anything otherwise puts his career in serious jeopardy.
Matt Moore, CAR – Moore heads into the season as the starting quarterback, but with rookies Jimmy Clausen and Tony Pike, the Panthers have several options if Moore doesn’t pan out. Depending upon his play this year, Moore could have a lucrative offer inis agents’ office by mid-season or could be kicked to the curb at the end of the year in favor of other options. The former seems more likely based upon his stellar performance in starting appearances.


Kyle Orton, DEN – With Tim Tebow as the likely “future” of Denver, Kyle Orton may have a limited career in Denver, making him one of the better potential commodities at the position this year. Orton has proven to be a solid, albeit unspectacular starter, who could keep a team competitive on offense.
Matt Hasselbeck, SEA – Hasselbeck has been torn by injuries and with a new Head Coach and General Manager in town, Hasselbeck will have exceed all expectations to stick around with a team looking to get younger. With a decent season, he could have some marginal value on quarterback-starved teams.
Alex Smith, SF – Like Matt Moore, if Alex Smith isn’t re-signed by his team, his value may be very miniscule around the league. In other words, if Smith has a good season, he’ll almost uncertainly be kept by the Niners. However, if he cements his status as a bust, he’ll have little but back-up value.
Other Notable Free Agents:
Troy Smith, BAL
Trent Edwards, BUF
JT O’Sullivan, CIN
Seneca Wallace, CLE
Shaun Hill, DET
Brodie Croyle, KC
Chad Pennington, MIA
Tyler Thigpen, MIA
Tarvaris Jackson, MIN
Jim Sorgi, NYG
Kellen Clemens, NYJ
Bruce Gradkowski, OAK
Michael Vick, PHI
Dennis Dixon, PIT
Billy Volek, SD
Kerry Collins, TEN
Chris Simms, TEN
Rex Grossman, WAS
Ref; http://www.footballsfuture.com/freeagents.html
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