Rod Woodson to coach Raiders DBs
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Monday, February 14th, 2011 at 12:57 pm in Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders announced the hire of Hall of Famer Rod Woodson Monday as a defensive backs coach.
Woodson will replace Lionel Washington, who is no longer on staff, and concentrate on cornerbacks, while holdover Kevin Ross will work primarily with safeties.
Since his retirement after the 2003 season, Woodson has worked as an analyst for the NFL Network as well as with the sports programs at Valley Christian High School in Dublin. Woodson also did some analysis for the Big Ten Network.
Woodson has remained in the Bay Area since his retirement, with a home in Pleasanton. It was at his home where cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha went to watch film with Woodson and pick up knowledges and nuances about the game. Asomugha has credited Woodson for helping with his confidence and skill set, and having him on staff can only help if the Raiders make a competitive offer during his upcoming free agency, pending resolution of a collective bargaining agreement.
Although Woodson’s concentration will be with cornerbacks, his expertise will be welcomed in all areas of the defensive backfield. He was a key figure as a free safety for the Baltimore Ravens and had his last big year at that position for the Raiders in 2002, returning three interceptions for touchdowns.
Woodson joins linebackers coach Greg Biekert and offensive line assistant Steve Wisniewski as players who were with the club in the decade of the 2000s and have since returned as coaches.
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February 14th, 2011 at 12:57 pm
Good Hire.
February 14th, 2011 at 12:58 pm
Thanks Jerry
February 14th, 2011 at 12:58 pm
Cool.
February 14th, 2011 at 12:58 pm
GREAT hire, Al. Loving the assistant hires.
Who’s gonna be the DC though?
Darren Perry and Woodson played together in Pittsburgh…
February 14th, 2011 at 12:59 pm
Teach these fools how to tackle.
February 14th, 2011 at 12:59 pm
good move Woodson is a winner
February 14th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
I like that ex-Raiders – good ones – are being brought back into the fold, even if they lack experience as coaches.
May be more attractive place for free agents and players can respond to guys who have had success in this decade, as opposed to fogies that may have more coaching experience, but don’t relate to players as well.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
Think Woodson can help Huff get even better at single high safety? I sure do.
And if Huff walks, who better to introduce the new guy to the position?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
Wiz, Biekert, Woodson all back from the early decade team.
Who is next? Maybe Jerry Rice will take over for Lal as WR coach and Gannon will come on board as the QB coach?
Ted Washington as strength and conditioning coach?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
Good! Now coach up young Routt, McFadden and Ware. And somehow teach Huff and StevieB ANYTHING you can about the single deep free saftey pos.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
How many pro bowls between Wiz, Biekert and RWood combined? 25?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:02 pm
Ted Washington as strength and conditioning coach?
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LOL
February 14th, 2011 at 1:02 pm
So the D coordinator now has his staff pre assembled
February 14th, 2011 at 1:03 pm
13.Lynn from Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:02 pm
So the D coordinator now has his staff pre assembled
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The Raider way.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:04 pm
snbpa did woodson and perry have labeau as their coach??
February 14th, 2011 at 1:05 pm
I mentioned Perry earlier, but the staff being entirely pre-assembled makes me think Chuckie B will be the DC.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
So when is Romo coming aboard ? Seems like the next move in filling out the D staff.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
AMAZING!
Here’s a guy who played a few years with the Raiders-has a good job with NFLN, sat with Sapp and “Mooch” and “Prime Time” and Michael Irvin while they all laughed at the Raiders, and STILL leaves all that to get pay checks signed by Al Davis and return to the “prison” that is the Oakland Raider organization.
Here is a guy who DOES HAVE options and yet chooses to go to Oakland. Coaching options? I don’t know and I’ll even go ahead and grant (to the haters) that “other” coaching options are not available to him at this time, but still…
I’m sure Ron Wolf had something to do with it though.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
Great hire in terms of continuity and being able to teach the DB’s how the Raiders play defense, as well as this well help them retain Nnamdi
February 14th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
Lynn from Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
So when is Romo coming aboard ? Seems like the next move in filling out the D staff.
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not all former players make good/great coaches.
some how some way it does seem to have an positive affect when the coach and player have a good connection.
Clay Matthews spoke highly of Kevin Greene as OLBs coach.
I’m all for ROMO on our staff, but with bekeirt and chuck b already assigned to LBs, where would he fit?
a 3rd LB coach couldnt hurt… could it?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:18 pm
Hope this helps Nnamdi stay with a reasonable contract offer.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:18 pm
Next move, bring back Romanowski as vitamin and supplement adviser. Oops
February 14th, 2011 at 1:21 pm
Barret Robbins as staff psychiatrist.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:22 pm
that must have come from my alter-ego.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:22 pm
djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
AMAZING!
Here’s a guy who played a few years with the Raiders-has a good job with NFLN, sat with Sapp and “Mooch” and “Prime Time” and Michael Irvin while they all laughed at the Raiders, and STILL leaves all that to get pay checks signed by Al Davis and return to the “prison” that is the Oakland Raider organization.
Here is a guy who DOES HAVE options and yet chooses to go to Oakland. Coaching options? I don’t know and I’ll even go ahead and grant (to the haters) that “other” coaching options are not available to him at this time, but still…
I’m sure Ron Wolf had something to do with it though.
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LOL! Post of the day!
February 14th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
18.djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:15 pm
AMAZING!
Here’s a guy who played a few years with the Raiders-has a good job with NFLN, sat with Sapp and “Mooch” and “Prime Time” and Michael Irvin while they all laughed at the Raiders, and STILL leaves all that to get pay checks signed by Al Davis and return to the “prison” that is the Oakland Raider organization.
Here is a guy who DOES HAVE options and yet chooses to go to Oakland. Coaching options? I don’t know and I’ll even go ahead and grant (to the haters) that “other” coaching options are not available to him at this time, but still…
I’m sure Ron Wolf had something to do with it though.
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Yeah Johnny, I’m sure Rod was gonna be canned by NFLN anyway and he is obviously desperate. No other team would even take a look at him for a coaching position, so it’s obvious he’s reluctantly taking this one. Ask anyone who knows football and they’ll tell you that Woodson is hoping this leads to a better gig somewhere else SOON. As much as Woodson hates Al Davis and the Raider org. he’s desperate to get his start coaching. Raiders were last on his list no doubt.
Rod is way too classy to work for Al again without there being something more to this. I’ve lost a lot of respect for him to work for Al again.
How’s that?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:27 pm
cole ford as … um-er-uh-ta-uh…
DAMN IT !!!
im not as clever as you guys…
February 14th, 2011 at 1:29 pm
Post 26. I’m confused as to why d-john-nyg is talking to himself…
February 14th, 2011 at 1:31 pm
Wait…. is djohnnyg a RMR alias? Did he think he changed log ins to make the second post?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:33 pm
# 25,
Thanks. You get where I was going with that.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:34 pm
Hey Dakota,
Would you sign Shaun Rogers to play UT (4-3)? Besides the fact people say he is lazy and injury prone?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:34 pm
Is 25 RMR too??? Is there ANYONE else on this blog?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:34 pm
Woodson.!!!!!…great hire… Instant plus for our team….
February 14th, 2011 at 1:35 pm
29.RedneckRaider (The Real MaddenRaider-Hater; seriously, I hate that guy…) Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:31 pm
Wait…. is djohnnyg a RMR alias? Did he think he changed log ins to make the second post?
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Ha. No, I’m just trying to help those guys out by saving them the time of writing it themselves.
I’m nothing if not a caring nurturer.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:36 pm
You’re either lying, or scarily good at recreating the linguistic patterns of others…
February 14th, 2011 at 1:36 pm
=)
February 14th, 2011 at 1:36 pm
Oh I get it, Huff will not be retained and Woodson will be our safety/DB coach. Sweet!
February 14th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
Kawakami sayeth:
“RWoodson could be a sign that Bresnahan is set to be defensive coordinator. Woodson basically was his defensive 2nd-in-command in 2002. “
February 14th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
im still trying to figure out post #26.
“I’m sure Ron Wolf had something to do with it though.”
(was this meant as sarcasm?)
its taking me a while because i am slow and stupid beyond belief.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
Lynn from Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
So when is Romo coming aboard ? Seems like the next move in filling out the D staff.
……….dallas cowboy qb would not be much help on d-fence
February 14th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
kinda scary when ail’e'a$$es talk to and answer each other,,,lol…
February 14th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
Woodson joins linebackers coach Greg Biekert and offensive line assistant Steve Wisniewski as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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Jerry, Steve was not with us as a player this decade. Just sayin
February 14th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Schefter, Mortensen, Glazer, LaCanfora, Lombardi all giving the hire rave reviews. When was the last time they unanimously agreed the Raiders did something good?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
# HairyBush Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
Woodson joins linebackers coach Greg Biekert and offensive line assistant Steve Wisniewski as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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Jerry, Steve was not with us as a player this decade. Just sayin
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Actually, none of those players were with us this decade…
February 14th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
SilverNBlackPA Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Schefter, Mortensen, Glazer, LaCanfora, Lombardi all giving the hire rave reviews. When was the last time they unanimously agreed the Raiders did something good?
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It’s easy when you sign a class act.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
Rod Woodson to coach Raiders DBs
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What the hell is going on?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
post#26
it read like you were agreeing with yourself with a “yea Johnny” to start off with, but then the name of the comment is DjohnnyJ.
Im comfused.
i am easily dazed and confused
February 14th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
A week ago, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Larry Fitzgerald had dropped Kevin Kolb’s name when Cardinals’ management talked to him about their future quarterback situation. This week, during an interview with WIP’s Howard Eskin and Ike Reese, Kolb said he was flattered that Fitzgerald would think so highly of him. “I mean, if he’s not the best, he’s one of the best receivers in the NFL, superstar,” Kolb said. “For a guy like that to say something about me, it means a lot. And it’s awfully flattering,but I hope too be wearing silver and black next season!
February 14th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
Strength coach has to be Grant irons ..I know that Al loved him. Dude looked yoked like an American gladiator. No agility though.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:44 pm
I see Lamarr Houston is really confident about a new CBA being reached. From his Twitter:
“mornin world lets all pray for a 2011 season”
February 14th, 2011 at 1:45 pm
100PercentRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
# HairyBush Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
Woodson joins linebackers coach Greg Biekert and offensive line assistant Steve Wisniewski as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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Jerry, Steve was not with us as a player this decade. Just sayin
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Actually, none of those players were with us this decade…
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A decade is 10 years, so we had Biekert as a player, No?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:45 pm
KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
Rod Woodson to coach Raiders DBs
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What the hell is going on?
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Its the greatness of the raiders…
things seem to be on the upswing, no?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:46 pm
I hope too be wearing silver and black next season!
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did kevin kolb really say this?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:46 pm
Well I meant this decade, as in the years of 2010-2020
February 14th, 2011 at 1:47 pm
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February 14th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Kolb = overrated. Might as well stick with Campbell.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
35.RedneckRaider (The Real MaddenRaider-Hater; seriously, I hate that guy…) Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:36 pm
You’re either lying, or scarily good at recreating the linguistic patterns of others…
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I’ve seen so much of it that it is pretty easy to predict what they will say.
Those guys hate it when ANYONE with any sort of respectability in the league chooses to align themselves with the Raiders because it might suggest that the Raiders are not the absolute hell hole of an organization they want it to be.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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by saying during “this” decade he meant during “that/their/the” as pertaining to their time spent together as teamates playing together on the raiders.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
100PercentRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:46 pm
Well I meant this decade, as in the years of 2010-2020
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I hear ya
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
Kolb likely wouldn’t be a good fit for an offense that emphasizes the vertical passing game as much as the Raiders do.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
mack-madden Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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by saying during “this” decade he meant during “that/their/the” as pertaining to their time spent together as teamates playing together on the raiders.
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No,I think he just made an honest mistake
February 14th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
60.YoungAmerican Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
Kolb likely wouldn’t be a good fit for an offense that emphasizes the vertical passing game as much as the Raiders do.
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Kolb is barely a fit for the WCO.
Reid and the Eagles are going to trade him to some QB needy team and rob them blind.
Kolb’s career stats:
4 seasons, played in 20 games.
60.8 completion%, 11 TD, 14 INT, 6.5 yards/attempt, 8 fumbles, 5 lost.
And all that under Andy Reid who’s amazing at working with quarterbacks.
Remind me why ANY TEAM would want Kolb as anything other than a backup again?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:52 pm
SilverNBlackPA Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Kolb = overrated. Might as well stick with Campbell.
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Campbell will get atleast one more year at QB.
This season as the un-questioned starting QB.
They not going to be so fast to pull him as they did last year.
QB competition talk will be for next off-season if Campbell disappoints mr davis.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:55 pm
i honestly dont get all the kevin kolb hype.
people speak highly of him.
(fans/media/former players)
I guess i dont have the football acumen to truly see what skills/talents he possesses.
As of right now
I just dont see it.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
But aren’t Hue and Al pretty much committed to JC this season?
I was wondering if a good QB were to emerge as an option if they would even consider making a move. I would hope they would, but they are both on record as being ALL for JC.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:57 pm
HairyBush Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
mack-madden Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:49 pm
as players who were with the club during this decade who have returned as coaches.
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by saying during “this” decade he meant during “that/their/the” as pertaining to their time spent together as teamates playing together on the raiders.
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No,I think he just made an honest mistake
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either way,
no harm no foul.
February 14th, 2011 at 1:58 pm
48.phatcable Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
A week ago, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Larry Fitzgerald had dropped Kevin Kolb’s name when Cardinals’ management talked to him about their future quarterback situation. This week, during an interview with WIP’s Howard Eskin and Ike Reese, Kolb said he was flattered that Fitzgerald would think so highly of him. “I mean, if he’s not the best, he’s one of the best receivers in the NFL, superstar,” Kolb said. “For a guy like that to say something about me, it means a lot. And it’s awfully flattering,but I hope too be wearing silver and black next season!
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Is this for real? Did Kolb really say that?
February 14th, 2011 at 1:58 pm
djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
But aren’t Hue and Al pretty much committed to JC this season?
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They are for sure.
Someone had just mentioned Kolb and I thought I’d point out he was overrated.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
JC will get every opportunity to be the starter next season. They’re not even going to bother having an “open competition”.
I think it would be interesting if the Raiders brought in Seneca Wallace as a backup when and if the free agent signing period begins. He won’t push anyone for a starting job, but he’s shown he can be an adequate backup in the league.
Of course, that’s assuming Gradkowski won’t be re-signed.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
Are you tards serious
February 14th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
Is this for real? Did Kolb really say that?
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Nope.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:04 pm
Woodson on the Coaching Staff…….I’M GEEKED!
February 14th, 2011 at 2:05 pm
YoungAmerican Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
JC will get every opportunity to be the starter next season. They’re not even going to bother having an “open competition”.
I think it would be interesting if the Raiders brought in Seneca Wallace as a backup when and if the free agent signing period begins. He won’t push anyone for a starting job, but he’s shown he can be an adequate backup in the league.
Of course, that’s assuming Gradkowski won’t be re-signed.
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Gradkowski is a nice back up QB to have on roster.
But not here.
I dont want to hear everyone in the coliseum chanting for him to get into the game after a couple of bad passes by Campbell.
Go to the niners, i hear they looking for QB help.
That said, i’d take seneca wallace for the exact same reasons you said.
Hell, I’d give Marques Tuiasasopo another go round as raiders QB before Gradkowski at this point.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:06 pm
Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
Are you tards serious
$$$$$$$$$$
you talking to this “tard”?
what i say?
i might have been seriously joking.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:08 pm
It’s now obvious Chuck B is the DC.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
There is a guy named KoolKell on here he keeps telling us that no coach with options will ever come here. Now we just hired a coach who has been objective in his criticism of the the organization and yet he comes HERE and coaches the team. Now tell me why would he do that?
He knows how Al Davis operates and how he treats coaches and players and what he supposedly does to DC’s and how he wont let a coach coach. So why would he come here?
Is it because he knows its a bunch of mullarkey or is he naive? Which is it? All you Al Davis specialist please tell me why a claay guy like Rod Woodson would coach for the meglo-maniac named Al Davis knowing his history.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:11 pm
Police are currently investigating a waitress’ claims that she was sexually assaulted by Albert Haynesworth over the weekend.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:11 pm
Megalomaniac
February 14th, 2011 at 2:13 pm
“All you Al Davis specialist please tell me why a claay guy like Rod Woodson would coach for the meglo-maniac named Al Davis knowing his history.”
Because he was about to lose his job on NFLN and he already lives in the Bay Area.
But most of all because the Raiders organazation is a good way to get your foot in the coaching door. If he is any good he will evetually leave for a bigger contract when the opportunity arises.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:13 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
$$$$$$$$$$
people (not accusing mr koolkell) will say he is only “using” mr davis as a stepping stone.
That mr davis is the sucker in this deal.
I for one would disagree with that opinion.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:15 pm
Because he was about to lose his job on NFLN and he already lives in the Bay Area.
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was his comfy studio gig really coming to an end?
i was not aware of this
February 14th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
mack-madden
Your not a tard
February 14th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
“was his comfy studio gig really coming to an end?”
Speculation on my part only
February 14th, 2011 at 2:18 pm
But most of all because the Raiders organazation is a good way to get your foot in the coaching door. If he is any good he will evetually leave for a bigger contract when the opportunity arises.
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wouldnt this apply to ALL organizations?
Not just the Oakland Raiders?
Coaches move around all the time.
Getting woodson here helps to denounce the “perception” that no one wants to come to the Oakland Raiders and deal with mr davis.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:19 pm
Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
mack-madden
Your not a tard
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cool. i was worried for a second.
but was going to file for a that monthly disabiltity check if i were.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:21 pm
Very good move. Woodsen still carries himself with a no nonsense attitude.
This move could be huge for 2nd yr man Walter McFadden. I like his skill set and hope he just needs experience.
If Nnamdi goes bye bye (he might if we look at Chad Johnson and or make other moves) the onus will be on Walter and maybe even Routt if he stays.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:23 pm
phatcable Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:11 pm
Police are currently investigating a waitress’ claims that she was sexually assaulted by Albert Haynesworth over the weekend.
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Fortunately the waitress was able to shove Haynseworth to the ground, break left and waltz into the end zone.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:23 pm
Priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
There is a guy named KoolKell on here he keeps telling us that no coach with options will ever come here. Now we just hired a coach who has been objective in his criticism of the the organization and yet he comes HERE and coaches the team. Now tell me why would he do that?
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In other words, Davis couldn’t get Perry or Moss, yes?
February 14th, 2011 at 2:27 pm
Gradkowski will not be signed to return to the Raiders. He’s simply to fragile. That point was made by AD at his last PC. Having Gradkowski back in the lineup could also possibly cause friction at the QB position – the last thing we need right now. JCampbell will start and new faces will be in the #2 & #3. Frye is a possible candidate for one of those slots.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:27 pm
Uh No! Rod Woodson is an assistant to the DB coach not exactly what Moss and Perry were looking for. But keep trying..
The NFLN thing is ridiculous RWoodson was a huge hit on that network. Try again….
February 14th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
Ladies and Gents,
I introduce you the 2011 Raiders DC….Chucky B. I like Woodson and sure hope these past great players can coach.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
RWoodson was a huge hit on that network.
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(insert corny joke)
And also on the field during his playing days.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:32 pm
aig-raiders Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
Ladies and Gents,
I introduce you the 2011 Raiders DC….Chucky B
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it looks like its shaping up that way…
February 14th, 2011 at 2:32 pm
Rod Woodson hire is a convenient stunt to keep the attention off the fact that the lame duck, Chuck Bresnehan, will be the DC, which is a deep disappointed to Raider Fans!
February 14th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
“If you tell me Rod Woodson is your top defensive back of all time,” said Dick LeBeau, “you will get no argument from me!
February 14th, 2011 at 2:35 pm
“Chaz” Schilens may play as much as three games IN 2011 before going on IR.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:39 pm
75.KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:08 pm
It’s now obvious Chuck B is the DC.
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Does seem more likely. As positions fill up on the team, there isn’t a lot of room for a DC to name his own staff, and a lot of the position coaches are vets of CB’s 2002 defense.
On the other hand, it’s not like the position coaches are chumps- pretty good staff, even if it was handpicked by Al Davis.
Winston Moss said a couple of years ago he’d work for Al Davis in any capacity. Who’s to say that he wouldn’t be willing to accept this staff? Who’s to say that all these position coach choices weren’t part of an ongoing dialogue with the DC candidate? And if there’s no dialogue, why not name Bresh DC now? How long does it take Moss/Perry/Whoever to say “not interested”?
Regardless of what Kawakami says, every coah out there would be willing to consider Rod Woodson as CB coach, whether they’ve worked with him or not.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:40 pm
#96
way to go out on a limb for that bit of knowledge
February 14th, 2011 at 2:41 pm
KK you are very ignorant do you really think Rod Woodson would sign up for that??…………..lol
keep trying……
February 14th, 2011 at 2:43 pm
Chuck B as D.C. is a popular guess but, I just don’t know why Al would pick him over the field.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:44 pm
Priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:41 pm
KK you are very ignorant do you really think Rod Woodson would sign up for that??
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And you’re a yes boy, whose never had an original idea in his life.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:46 pm
KK and TJ
No sword fights okay
February 14th, 2011 at 2:46 pm
Lynn From Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:43 pm
Chuck B as D.C. is a popular guess but, I just don’t know why Al would pick him over the field.
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Because “the field” has turned him down, HELLO?
February 14th, 2011 at 2:49 pm
RAIIIIIIIIDEEERRRRRRRRRRRRRRSSSSSSSSSSS
February 14th, 2011 at 2:50 pm
So is that why we are still waiting for an announcement from Al or there are more candidates to be interviewed. Moss is still an option so is Waufle.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:51 pm
LOL, keep coming up with excuses for your idiotic beliefs, troll jr. They just make the pair of you look like dumb and dumbest.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:52 pm
Lynn from Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:46 pm
KK and TJ
No sword fights okay
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they remind me of my uncles who love each other but love to go at it about everything.
they could be talking/arguing bout something and nothing at the same time and i’d just sit/watch.
very entertaining.
i miss my big uncles
February 14th, 2011 at 2:52 pm
Here come the fake fans just as predicted.
The hiring of Woodspn is:
-”a convenient stunt” done only to defray the focus of Breshnahan as DC.
-”for Woodson just a “stepping stone” to better things.
-”He was about to be fired from NFLN anyway”
You guys are so predictable.
You hate the Raiders with a passion so much that you comeon here EVERYDAY even in the offseason to try to discredit everything the organization does.
That is a bizarre and disturbing obsession.
You guys must have a fave team you root for. Why not spend time there?
February 14th, 2011 at 2:53 pm
94.KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:32 pm
Rod Woodson hire is a convenient stunt to keep the attention off the fact that the lame duck, Chuck Bresnehan, will be the DC, which is a deep disappointed to Raider Fans!
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I don’t know about being DEEPly disappointed. Yeah, I would have liked a hot hand from one of the SB teams, but even with Bresh the retread I think the coaching staff on the whole is much stronger than last year and in recent years. Disagree?
And hiring Woodson is more than a “stunt”. If the comment section isn’t all you read, peruse Jerry’s column you’ll see that Woodson could be a factor in keeping Asomugha here.
Oh, and being a GOAT candidate at CB, he might be a good CB coach, hmmmmm?
Oh sorry, I forgot that you’re one of those “glass half empty” guys.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:53 pm
Lynn From Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:50 pm
So is that why we are still waiting for an announcement from Al or there are more candidates to be interviewed. Moss is still an option so is Waufle.
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Yes, we’re still waiting the the Big Name Super Bowl winning Defensive coordinator to swear allegiance to Al Davis’s feet.
Don’t hold your breath though, ok?
February 14th, 2011 at 2:55 pm
Great move by the Raiders.
Rod Woodson is an all time great. He will teach the db’s how to tackle, and use their hands correctly on bump and run coverage. Winston Moss is still an option so is Waufle for DC.
February 14th, 2011 at 2:57 pm
Djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:52 pm
Here come the fake fans just as predicted.
You guys must have a fave team you root for. Why not spend time there?
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If you don’t like the convo, why don’t you scroll on by?
February 14th, 2011 at 2:58 pm
Awesome! I’ll drink to that.
One more to replace Al, go get ‘em!
February 14th, 2011 at 2:58 pm
Kell is still waiting for Al to swear at his feat. Which is being an AL hater
February 14th, 2011 at 3:00 pm
“Woodson obviously doesn’t know what he’s getting into or he’d NEVER agree to work for Al Davis.”
Except for the FACT he already “worked” for Al in the past as a player.
He obviously has had a mental breakdown to come here again right? Or maybe it’s not as horrible as you fake fans want to believe.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
Lynn From Snot Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:58 pm
Kell is still waiting for Al to swear at his feat. Which is being an AL hater
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????
Boy you Davis stooges are simple-minded. Yikes.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
112.KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:57 pm
Djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:52 pm
Here come the fake fans just as predicted.
You guys must have a fave team you root for. Why not spend time there?
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If you don’t like the convo, why don’t you scroll on by?
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Cuz fortunately not everyone is a fake fan like you.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:03 pm
Davis Stooges = fans WTF do you represent ?
February 14th, 2011 at 3:04 pm
Woodson has love for the raiders . whenever I watch nfl network and they speak on the raiders, I never hear him say anything bad . I once watched a segment where they asked who was your favorite team to watch when you were growing up he said the raiders. I hope he coaches as good as he played.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
djohnnyg
Guess what?
People can be fans of a team and disagree with the moves that the team makes….WOW what a concept….maybe your brain was too small to comprehend that but I just spelled it out for you big guy….
February 14th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
Djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
Cuz fortunately not everyone is a fake fan like you.
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Oooooooh, that hurts!
February 14th, 2011 at 3:08 pm
Djohnnyg, why don’t you try some of the Booster Club websites?
You might feel more comfortable amongst other sheep.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:09 pm
I like the hire, Woodson was a coach on the field and knows how to play in the secondary, win win situation
February 14th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
People can be fans of a team and disagree with the moves that the team makes….
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i am a fan of mr davis, but sometimes disagree with the moves the raiders make.
that being said, i’d rather be optimistic than pessimistic.
Just Hope Baby ! ! !
February 14th, 2011 at 3:11 pm
“i am a fan of mr davis, but sometimes disagree with the moves the raiders make.”
See people it is possible!
Just Hope Baby….that AD’s living trust is in order!
February 14th, 2011 at 3:12 pm
A fan can disagree with the moves that a team makes, true. But what fan could really disagree with hiring Woodson as a CB coach? What, you were holding out for Deion Sanders? I think a real Raider fan could find something nice to say about it.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:19 pm
I think the Woodson hire is a great thing for the entire organization.
The defensive philosophy will not change because of this.
Its a nice PR move but it doesn’t solve our DC situation.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:23 pm
Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:19 pm
I think the Woodson hire is a great thing for the entire organization.
The defensive philosophy will not change because of this.
Its a nice PR move but it doesn’t solve our DC situation.
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agree
fact
and
true
February 14th, 2011 at 3:25 pm
Oh yeah I like it! Now Perry or Moss as DC and we got solid staff!
February 14th, 2011 at 3:28 pm
I agree that it doesn’t solve it. It also doesn’t change it- anyone who says that it does is reading tea leaves. Rod Woodson as CB coach doesn’t keep anyone from coming here, and it might help convince someone. Because it’s more than a PR move, it’s a pretty damn good position coaching hire.
Is there a CB coach in the league who can truthfully say “I know the cornerback position better than Rod Woodson”? No? Then give Al Davis a crumb of credit for a good hire, or a you’re a sheep yourself.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:29 pm
120.Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
djohnnyg
Guess what?
People can be fans of a team and disagree with the moves that the team makes….WOW what a concept….maybe your brain was too small to comprehend that but I just spelled it out for you big guy….
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I totally agree and I have disagreed MANY times with moves the Raiders make. I don’t like a lot of the current ones. I think Al Davis has made some horrible decisions in the past seven/eight years too.
Yes, my brain IS too small to comprehend how a “fan” can lambast EVERY SINGLE THING a team does and STILL be considered a “fan” of the team.
People can root for who they want, but they should have the guts to come out and “represent” who they really are.
Not saying this is you, but if a guy hates the Raiders? Fine. Great. Just come out and admit it.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:29 pm
127.Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:19 pm
I think the Woodson hire is a great thing for the entire organization.
The defensive philosophy will not change because of this.
Its a nice PR move but it doesn’t solve our DC situation.
^^^^^^^^
Agreed.
But without a good D-Coordinator in the mix, adding Woodson will be for nothing.
Bresnahan= GARBAGE!
February 14th, 2011 at 3:30 pm
You can bet Woodson asked for Warren Sapp’s blessing, before taking the job…
February 14th, 2011 at 3:30 pm
True Silver, and as has been stated, it actually worsens our chances of hiring a real DC.
Does look like it’s already someone like Chuck B. who would have no problem taking the “promotion” and keeping all coaches assigned to him.
Certainly an outsider DC with talent and options would want to bring in some of his own guys for key positions that know the same system he will be implementing.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:30 pm
The silence is deafening when it comes to the hiring of the DC process.
It looks like it is going to Chuck B. Terrible.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:31 pm
122.KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:08 pm
Djohnnyg, why don’t you try some of the Booster Club websites?
You might feel more comfortable amongst other sheep.
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Yes, I hold the preposterous opinion that the Woodson hire is good. If that makes me a ’sheep’ than I gladly wear the distinction.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:32 pm
Team needs:
General Manager
Quarterback
Possession Receiver
Offensive Line
Safeties
Defensive Coordinator
And you want me to give Al credit for hiring Rod Woodson as a waterboy? Just STFU, Davy.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:38 pm
Team needs:
Another 40,000 butts in the seats on game day!
To get that we may need the following:
General Manager
Quarterback
Possession Receiver
Offensive Line
Safeties
Defensive Coordinator
February 14th, 2011 at 3:45 pm
I’d submit that another team need would be smart fans. I’m trying, but I’m outnumbered by brainwashed drones who think that everything’s just hunky dory in Alameda because Al hired Rod Woodson as defensive backs quality control training enhancement specialist, or whatever.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:48 pm
137.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 3:32 pm
Team needs:
General Manager
Quarterback
Possession Receiver
Offensive Line
Safeties
Defensive Coordinator
And you want me to give Al credit for hiring Rod Woodson as a waterboy? Just STFU, Davy.
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Make me, O Mighty King.
“it actually worsens our chances of hiring a real DC.”
How? He’s not the secondary coach, he’s the CB coach. If your claim is that the CB coach or any other assistant position coach is make or break to a DC taking a job, that’s a reach. If your claim that ANY DC would question Rod Woodson as a CB coach, that’s a reach too.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:52 pm
Why do these reporters keep saying that both sides in the CBA need to get something done? It’s the owners threatening to lock out. They’re the instigators. I wonder why the media’s making it seem like a two way street? The owners started this.
February 14th, 2011 at 3:56 pm
well if mike bush has a dui then woodson should be hired as his life coach!
February 14th, 2011 at 3:56 pm
raiders y que
February 14th, 2011 at 3:59 pm
millionaires vs billionaires.
billionaires have more control of what is reported in the media.
a milli
a billi
a trilli
a zilli
all monopoly money so i dont care.
i just want me some RAIDER Football.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:00 pm
Al’s coaching hires thus far have been correct. Including the firing of Cable, who all you anti-Davis guys ripped for years, up to the very minute Davis fired him- then he became one of your martyrs.
If he can sign most of the FAs, your accusation of the need for a GM loses steam. In fact, after last years draft, it has already. Even Mel Kiper is giving Davis credit for “recognizing talent”.
QB- how about giving Campbell a full season? I’m not in love with the guy either, but a winning record in your first season starting gets a second chance from a non-hater.
Possession Receiver, Offensive Line- aren’t the draft and FA in the future? Maybe you could wait to crucify Al for player needs until he actually has a chance to do something about it?
Safeties- We had good safety play this year. Safety play won us the SD game.
DC- gonna find out soon. I’d prefer Moss/Perry to Bresh, but as a whole I like the staff already.
And for the record, I don’t yearn for you to give credit to Al Davis. Do what you want. I’m here to point out that your view point is just as biased, kneejerk and sheeplike as what you criticize in others.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:01 pm
Mack-Madden, you’re missing my point. This is a looming “lock out”, meaning, it’s the owners planning to lock the players out. The owners are the instigators in this ordeal, no way around it. Yet, for some reason, every news report is acting as if it’s a two way street. It’s not. It’s the owners, threatening to lock the players out for not agreeing to play for less money. That’s what’s happening. THE OWNERS are threatening a work stoppage, Mack-Madde. The owners are threatening to take away your Raider football. NOT the players. Get it?
February 14th, 2011 at 4:03 pm
Like many have already stated. Lionel Washington replaced by Rod Wooodson; Looks like Chuck B will be d-coordinator. Who ever is the defensive coordinator will that person refer to the defense as his showing ownership or as the Raiders giving hint that it’s not really his defense?
February 14th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
Anyways, like I said. Team needs:
General Manager
Quarterback
Defensive Coordinator
Offensive Line
Possession Receiver
Safeties
Smarter Fans, who won’t continue to enable this mess, like this ding dong Davy.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:06 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:01 pm
Mack-Madden, you’re missing my point.
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ok i got you.
point taken.
my thing is that i’ll drive myself crazy thinking about all the issues coming from both sides.
therefore i try not to
i understand the pending work stoppage is ALL on the OWNERS.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:09 pm
Nope, still missed my point. My point is that the media is clearly for the owners, by making this seem like a brawl between the two that both sides decided to get into, and a lot of fans are buying it. Anybody who says “both sides” need to get something done, etc., are for the owners, even if they’re too dumb to know it.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:10 pm
General Manager = mr daivs
Quarterback = not sold on campbell but all we need is for him to NOT turn ball over (fumble/int) during crucial situations. Run game “should” carry offense.
Defensive Coordinator = yup
Offensive Line = need more depth. no more zone, more power
Possession Receiver = does Chaz count? ( i know he doesnt)
Safeties = i was a hater, but mike huff has turned me into a believer the past season and a half
February 14th, 2011 at 4:11 pm
mack-madden Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:10 pm
General Manager = mr daivs
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Exactly. That’s why I said we need a general manager. Just like San Diego needed a new QB when they had Ryan Leaf. Same thing.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:15 pm
Now if we can just get rid of that Sanjay Lal guy
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
I would love to hear what fat azz sapp has to say about Woodson coming to da Raiders!!!! If anyone hears from fat boy please post it hahahah thanks
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
RMR, I have this proposal for you, now I know this is coming from a “ding dong”, but hear me out . . .
Cleveland.
Yes, the Cleveland Browns. They have everything you love, only more of it. A winning tradition LONG since past, horrible management by a multiple SB winner, what’s not to like?
Instead of ripping Al Davis, a 3 time SB winner, you could rip Carmen Policy, a 5 time SB winner. Or Art Modell, take your pick.
Instead of ripping the Raiders for losing Jon Gruden, you can rip the Browns for losing Bill Belichick.
Instead of ripping the Raiders for not having been to the SB in 8 years, you can rip on the Browns for not having been to the SB EVER.
Instead of ripping the Raiders for missing on Russell, you could rip the Browns for missing on Tim Couch AND Courtney Brown AND Brady Quinn.
Instead of ripping the Raiders for letting Charles Woodson get away, you could rip the Browns for letting Braylon Edwards AND Kamerion Wimbley get away.
Acutally, scratch that last one, as you’d have to give Al Davis credit for a nice trade for Wimbley.
But still, think of the possiblities! Surely they need your “smarter fandom” to stop the “enabling” even more than we do.
*rolleyes*
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
Anybody who says “both sides” need to get something done, etc., are for the owners, even if they’re too dumb to know it.
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both sides have “issues”
if i had to chose i would “blame” the owners because it is their fault.
honor the agreement.
i never said “both sides” need to get something done.
i just dont worry myself about issues coming from both sides.
Just want me football
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
# Silver-and-black666 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:15 pm
Now if we can just get rid of that Sanjay Lal guy
I always wondered…how was he nay better than the other guy we had…what was his name? From Green Bay?
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
Who in the hell is Sanjay Lal? And why does the team improve by merely getting rid of him? Oh, we got rid of Sanjay Lal! Still:
No GM
No QB
No O line
No possession receiver
No defensive coordinator
No safeties
Enough dumb fans to keep this mismanagement of the team financially solvent.
Yeah, we just need to get rid of Sanjay Lal, then things are happening!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:18 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:11 pm
mack-madden Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:10 pm
General Manager = mr daivs
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Exactly. That’s why I said we need a general manager. Just like San Diego needed a new QB when they had Ryan Leaf. Same thing.
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Raiders had a decent draft last year.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:19 pm
Feb 14, Groundhog Day # 1,358 -
KiffinRaider says, blah blah snivel blah blah hate blah blah froth blah blah.
KK says, blah blah wrong blah blah hate blah blah never blah blah.
as together when the clock strikes the appointed hour they sing “I got you babe.”
February 14th, 2011 at 4:19 pm
Us fans should be rooting for the players to hold out as long as possible and fight for what they want, since this may be the last chance for them to show they can be a strong union.
The owners and Goodell are SELFISH and GREEDY and don’t give a crap about the players and the fans, just as long as they are making BILLIONS!
They need to add a rookie salary cap, they need to revise the archaic blackout policy and reduce the miles effected from 100 and bring it down to 25 miles or 50 miles.
They need to take care of former players and the current players more. If they want to add games, then they should also add another Wild Card team for conference that makes the playoffs.
The PLAYERS need to UNITE
February 14th, 2011 at 4:20 pm
Mack-Madden, you’re still playing the both sides game. I think it’s pretty obvious where you stand. And I don’t blame you, there’s some people dumb enough in here to buy into your agenda.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:21 pm
I have held out on renewing my tix! Until the CBA is reached…
And you know what? RodWood is a good hire! Can’t be any worse!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:22 pm
comparing ryan leaf performance at QB,
to mr davis as general manager is a bit of a reach dont you think?
ryan leaf at QB are more comparable to josh mcdaniels personel decisions
February 14th, 2011 at 4:24 pm
If Ryan Leaf had hired Peyton Manning to wear a Ryan Leaf mask and play his entire career, he’d be Al Davis. Ron Wolf and Jon Gruden are to credit for every great thing about the Raiders.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:28 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:24 pm
If Ryan Leaf had hired Peyton Manning to wear a Ryan Leaf mask and play his entire career, he’d be Al Davis. Ron Wolf and Jon Gruden are to credit for every great thing about the Raiders
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Awwww, did Al take away your Chucky doll?
I bet both Wolf and Gruden would dispute on that. I didn’t notice many Raider HOFers asking Ron Wolf to induct them. But Davis can do no right . . .
February 14th, 2011 at 4:28 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:20 pm
Mack-Madden, you’re still playing the both sides game. I think it’s pretty obvious where you stand. And I don’t blame you, there’s some people dumb enough in here to buy into your agenda.
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agenda?
playing both sides?
I’m on the side that wants NFL Football, thats where i stand.
Owners are to blame because they not willing to honor the previous agreement.
players deserve every penny.
owners see players as expendable.
when they cant/dont play no more they are GONE.
So i hope players win over the owners.
but it really dont matter to me as long as i get to watch some NFL football this season
February 14th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
Davy Jones Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:28 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:24 pm
If Ryan Leaf had hired Peyton Manning to wear a Ryan Leaf mask and play his entire career, he’d be Al Davis. Ron Wolf and Jon Gruden are to credit for every great thing about the Raiders
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WTF
I cant stop thinking about Hannibal Lector now
February 14th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
There is always UFL, AFL, LFL and NCAA!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
I am quoting a PFT post so don’t patronize me because of it. I just thougt it was funny!
marvsleezy says:
“Wow, I hear Davis already fired him and hes not going to pay him the money owed on his contract. I saw this coming.”
February 14th, 2011 at 4:37 pm
SD_Raider_619 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:17 pm
I would love to hear what fat azz sapp has to say about Woodson coming to da Raiders!!!! If anyone hears from fat boy please post it hahahah thanks
…………………i did not know warren sapp was fat!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:39 pm
r8eray Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
There is always UFL, AFL, LFL and NCAA!
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yea i know. but i still want me some NFL.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:47 pm
Mack-Madden, you’re good, I have to admit. And you’ll get a lot of idiots here on board. But I see right through you. “I just want football”. LOL. Owners tagline!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm
8-8 was good enough for me, i was bragging the raiders are back.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:56 pm
Next Hire will be Mr. Marcus Allen for running backs coach, or better yet as Al’s genereal manager!
February 14th, 2011 at 4:57 pm
I am on the owners side I am sick of the spoiled “ME” athlete of today give me a Dick Butkis playing for 20K a year all heart no desire to dance after a mundane tackle or have his face on TV.
February 14th, 2011 at 4:58 pm
This is this cat
This is is cat
This is how cat
This is to cat
This is keep cat
This is a cat
This is moron cat
This is busy cat
This is for cat
This is forty cat
This is seconds cat
Now go back and read the THIRD word in each line from the top…
a test for rmr
February 14th, 2011 at 4:59 pm
I’m for the owners getting a bigger percentage, if that means they lower the price of the tickets.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
Dick Butkis…LOL. A Dick Butkis in his prime would get his spleen cracked in today’s league, 666. Thanks for playing.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
161.DKnight007 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:19 pm
Us fans should be rooting for the players to hold out as long as possible and fight for what they want, since this may be the last chance for them to show they can be a strong union.
The owners and Goodell are SELFISH and GREEDY and don’t give a crap about the players and the fans, just as long as they are making BILLIONS!
They need to add a rookie salary cap, they need to revise the archaic blackout policy and reduce the miles effected from 100 and bring it down to 25 miles or 50 miles.
They need to take care of former players and the current players more. If they want to add games, then they should also add another Wild Card team for conference that makes the playoffs.
The PLAYERS need to UNITE
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I agree with this, but you know that it’s the players who don’t want a rookie salary cap, right? So there’s room to give on both sides.
In here it’s being painted as an all or nothing issue, of course. Some people in here are more black and white than they are black and silver.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:02 pm
RaiderRetribution Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 4:59 pm
I’m for the owners getting a bigger percentage, if that means they lower the price of the tickets.
……………….i wish they would raise ticket prices and give out free beer!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm
RaiderRetribution, the owners will charge you whatever you’re willing to pay. No business has ever set a price of admission based on labor cost. Ever, in the history of capitalism.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm
179.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
Dick Butkis…LOL. A Dick Butkis in his prime would get his spleen cracked in today’s league, 666. Thanks for playing.
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Dick Butkis: 6′3″ 245 lbs. Ray Lewis: 6′1″ 250 lbs.
*sigh* Why is this true, now? Oh, because you say it is? Gotcha.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:04 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 12:21 pm
It’s not classless of me telling him his wife is going to cheat on him. If I see a car at a gas station with black smoke coming from under the hood, and tell the driver he might have a problem with his engine, it would be classless? What I’ve done to RaiderDogg is no different.”
There’s only one problem MR: You are incorrect in EVERY assumption that you have EVER made about me. Facts are facts and you tend to rely on speculative conjecture mixed with your own twisted view on life based on YOUR OWN EXPERIENCES, not mine.
With all of that being said, I do believe that you are a decent guy underneathe it all and I have usually enjoyed our conversations for the most part. As much negativity that you have thrown my way over the years I still refrain from making any assumptions about you because there is absolutley no way that I could even have an inkling of what kind of person you truly are. I never assume anything about anyone.
Did I mention that my wife made me breakfast in bed this morning, among other things? I am loving life my brother!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:05 pm
Davy Jones Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
In here it’s being painted as an all or nothing issue, of course.
……….
You dumbass it’s the owners threatening to lock the players out. Do you know what a lock out is? You are so stupid.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:06 pm
OMG, look who’s back.
OK, RaiderDogg, without even reading that, you know what? Look, your wive isn’t going to cheat on you, OK? Well, at least you won’t know it when she’s doing it. So, there’s nothing to worry about. You’re so inclined to prove me wrong now that even if you did catch here cheating, you’d never admit it, not even to yourself. So it’s a moot point. Your hot wife is going to stay faithful to you forever, RaiderDogg, because you’re a nice guy and you deserve that much success. OK? Just don’t ever spy on her, whatever you do. For your own good.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:08 pm
Davy, Ray Lewis would kill Dick Butkis with his stare.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:09 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:04 pm
Did I mention that my wife made me breakfast in bed this morning, among other things? I am loving life my brother
…………..she burnt the toast!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:10 pm
185.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:05 pm
Davy Jones Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
In here it’s being painted as an all or nothing issue, of course.
……….
You dumbass it’s the owners threatening to lock the players out. Do you know what a lock out is? You are so stupid.
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And the CBA expiring has nothing to do with it, right? It’s all negotiating until the doors are actually locked, so untwist your knickers.
Oh, and name calling doesn’t make you look very regal, Your Majesty.
*whispers* Cleveland . . .
February 14th, 2011 at 5:11 pm
there’s a very good reason she burnt that toast
February 14th, 2011 at 5:11 pm
He did not say she made breakfast in bed for him…
OK, RaiderDogg, again, just don’t ever, ever, ever spy on her. Ever. For your own good. Trust me, bud. You follow that rule, and she’ll never cheat on you…as far as you know.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:13 pm
OMG. Dude, write a letter to Penthouse or something. I sincerely hope I’m not here when this woman shows her true colors. you’re going to be in bad shape, with this ego.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:13 pm
Free agent WR Legedu Naanee was arrested for public intoxication and resisting arrest Saturday in Indianapolis.
Naanee, 27, crossed into an active crime scene at 3:20AM, and while he was being told to leave exhibited a “strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on or about his breath or person.” Naanee allegedly asked an officer “why he was being such an (expletive).” He “actively began to pull away” as police took him into custody, and continued to resist as he was pepper sprayed. “Do you know who I am?” Naanee asked officers. “I am an NFL player and I’m going to sue your a$$.”
February 14th, 2011 at 5:14 pm
MR
You think you are imparting some kind of wisdom when in reality you couldn’t be more mistaken. That’s ok, ignorance is bliss as they say.
I am sorry that you got burned so bad by women that you feel all good looking women are soulless infidels. You just haven’t met the right one yet…
February 14th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
Awesome news. Woodson was a great player, a leader and his teams always won. Nnamdi credits him for being a great mentor. It’s clear he’ll be a great teacher. I think he’ll make a tremendous coach and have been saying so for years. Kind of surprised he was willing to bail on the plush TV jobs for the life of an assistant, but maybe that old competitive desire was too strong to ignore.
Rod’s a guy who will quickly clime the coaching ranks if he wants to stick with it. Telling that he chose the Raiders.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
Raider Dogg, indeed, ignorance is bliss. And, I just want it to stay that way for you. That’s why I’m warning you to never spy on this girl. A rude awakening is in for you if you do.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
187.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:08 pm
Davy, Ray Lewis would kill Dick Butkis with his stare.
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His entourage would kill Dick Butkus with a gun. As for play on the field, you don’t know jack. They don’t call it the Butkus award for nothin’.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:19 pm
Of course, RaiderDogg, this is all assuming she really is hot. If she’s a duck and you’re just saying she’s fine, the same way you’d say your kid’s a good baseball player when you know he sucks, etc., then of course she really might not cheat on you. (I emphasize might…). But if she truly is hot…like I said, don’t ever spy on her.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:19 pm
Off to dinner with the wife. Damn she looks so good in that tight, little, black dress. Hope this rain lets up or we will have to have dinner by candle light below deck.
MR I hope that you and your Valentine have an excellent evening!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:20 pm
Davy, Dick Butkus isn’t, never was, nor never will be, in any life, the man that Ray Lewis is. A 25 year old Ray Lewis would paralyze a 25 year old Dick Butkus. Dick Butkis played when the game was slower than a snail. Ray Lewis is great in any era.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:21 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:14 pm
MR
You think you are imparting some kind of wisdom when in reality you couldn’t be more mistaken. That’s ok, ignorance is bliss as they say.
I am sorry that you got burned so bad by women that you feel all good looking women are soulless infidels. You just haven’t met the right one yet…
……………………………..rmr has met a lot of good looking women when he is dressed in leather and shackled and begging for them too give him another lash!!!crack please misress give me another lash ive been a bad boy!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:21 pm
MR I hope that you and your Valentine have an excellent evening!
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You mean Handgela?
February 14th, 2011 at 5:22 pm
RaiderDogg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:19 pm
Off to dinner with the wife. Damn she looks so good in that tight, little, black dress.
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Oh, I bet she does. Do some push ups, bro. Do something to make it look like you’re truly the man in her life, and not some dork she just takes advantage of.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:22 pm
RaiderDogg
You don’t need to explain anything to anybody about your personal life here, ok?
Drop it.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:23 pm
# phatcable Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:21 pm
.rmr has met a lot of good looking women when he is dressed in leather and shackled and begging for them too give him another lash!!!crack please misress give me another lash ive been a bad boy!
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Even that would be more dignified than what RaiderDogg’s into right now.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
I am honored, however, that RaiderDogg found the time to grace us with his presence before a huge Valentines dinner with his smoking hot wife. Same with Hayez earlier today, before his big lunch date with a hottie…with alcohol! So down to earth these guys are. Living the good life, having time for us little folk. LOL.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:27 pm
KoolKell Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:22 pm
RaiderDogg
You don’t need to explain anything to anybody about your personal life here, ok?
…………
He does if I’m on to something, and he knows I am.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:32 pm
56.SilverNBlackPA Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Kolb = overrated. Might as well stick with Campbell.
I agree with the above statement,plu the fact that Rod Woodson,is a great hire; This has the potential to be a very good staff!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:36 pm
It’s a great evening to be a Raiders fan. Isn’t it?!
Wow, MR — The guy who’s likely NEVER been allowed to touch a woman giving lectures to others on their relationships. Hmmm.
I never said my lunch date was with a hottie, or what it was for…but you make a correct assumption that I have a hottie, whom I will see anon (that means “shortly,” you writer you).
Ohhh, since you asked…I had a beautiful Bass Ale with me wonderful lunch on the patio. Didn’t binge drink, though!
Looks like the big loser in here today has been you, MR…making incorrect claims, and having facts thrown back at you…and having nothing left of your limp “arguments,” you started throwing the insults around one after another.
Obvious signs of the intellectual argument having been LOST. What a shock.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:42 pm
MR — You offend women with your statements, not the guys you’re trying to offend. You know so little about women, you don’t even seem to realize how offensive you are to them.
For a guy who knows everything about everybody in here…you’d think you’d have a better understanding of human behavior…which, by the way, includes the female gender.
Brush-off the cheesy-poofs and get out there, MR. Better yet…take a shower (and watch that water turn orange, like a giant tub of orange soda!!!)
There are real women out there. Try not to scare them, and you may learn something about them.
You’re welcome.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:43 pm
Guys with ugly wives rationalize their dull lives with the notion that some guys really can’t get laid. That’s their claim to fame, basically…that they got laid. Yeah, she weighs 300 lbs, but at least I’m not some guy who can’t get laid! Truth is, there’s no such thing as a guy who can’t get laid. Even retards get laid (this blog would be proof of that, too). Keeping a good looking woman faithful to you is another story. RaiderDogg is going to lean that the hard way, assuming his wife really is hot.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
I don’t offend women. Women understand everything I’m talking about. Women are a lot better than men at knowing their lot in life. It’s men who are typically in denial. Believe me, my words are offending you guys, not women. All a woman would do after reading my comments is nod in agreement. They know what’s up.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:46 pm
We get it already, MR…you know NOTHING about relationships…and the more you tell us you do, the worse you make yourself look. You are amazingly thick.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:47 pm
How about the Woodson hire? Good move by AL, eh??
February 14th, 2011 at 5:49 pm
Maybe Rod can get our DB’s to turn around and face the ball. The results will be less PI calls and more INT’s.
Good hire and welcome aboard Mr Woodson.
To a poster above RW is coaching the DB’s and Ross will work with safeties so Huff wont be affected.
On a side note…Happy V-Day to MR’s blowup doll & KK’s pocket pu$$y.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:50 pm
You’re right, I know nothing about relationships. But I know enough about women to know that RaiderDogg’s so called hot wife either isn’t really hot, or she’s going to cheat on him. I know enough about women to know that no good looking woman would ever stay faithful to anyone who comments in here, and that includes you. So you guys can say that you have good looking women, maybe you do. As I said several times before, ANY guy can land a good looking chick. Every dog has his day. I’ve had mine, and you don’t have to believe me. But even I’ll admit that my few good looking women would never be faithful to a guy like me. I don’t deal in denial, I deal in reality. So you can’t hurt me.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
I’m sure every woman is glad to know this and doesn’t think of you as a neanderthal or goon.
lmao
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The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
“Women are a lot better than men at knowing their lot in life”
February 14th, 2011 at 5:53 pm
Wouldn’t want to hurt anyone in here.
Has AL made any good moves lately?
February 14th, 2011 at 5:54 pm
Look guys, I don’t even know a lot about women. I just know this much: Nobody in here is the type of guy who can keep a good looking woman faithful to him. There. That’s as simple as I can put it. If I know only one thing about women, guys, that’s it. None of you are holding down a hottie. You may hook up and get lucky, but none of you would keep a good looking woman faithful. Nobody who comments on sports blogs. So when you guys try to act like you’ve got it like that, I know better. There’s no way. Absolutely no way.
February 14th, 2011 at 5:57 pm
How about pres purp lips 3.73 tril budget. Only a matter of time before a complete US collapse…
mope & change!
way to go brownie!
February 14th, 2011 at 5:59 pm
It appears that anything good he does turns bad because he did it. If he made it rain during a famine some in here would curse him for getting folks clothes wet. The absurd is is the norm in here.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:05 pm
tj, what you talking about on #221
You on your 4th mug of scotch this early ?
February 14th, 2011 at 6:05 pm
MB, you’re an idiot. That budget includes foreign wars. Bush kept foreign wars off the books. You serve as an example of the stupid, brainwashed Republican base anymore, and that’s your purpose.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:07 pm
Watch, now MB’s just going to go on to the next republican talking point, now that I’ve debunked his budget skewing. Republican idiots are incapable of forming their own political thoughts. They just hate women and minorities, and seek any political data, no matter how skewed, to help their argument.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:08 pm
MB, Ronald Reagan ruined America, and you helped him. You inbred idiot.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:13 pm
His budget is 3.73 trillion you can spin it however your monkey libtard a$$ wants. Dont have to seek any data or skew any data..
u fkn mope
February 14th, 2011 at 6:15 pm
You f’n dumb redneck moron you’re so stupid it’s unreal! Bush had the same budget you inbred! Bush just skewed the budget by taking the wars off the books. You are so stupid it’s unreal. This isn’t your country! You’re a dumb redneck and it’s over for your kind! Minorities are taking over and Latinos will be the majority in a decade, and there will never again be a conservative party in power that represents the sensibilities of white traditionalists, so kill yourself you worthless piece of trailer trash! THIS IS NOT YOUR HOME ANYMORE! you might as well go back to Europe!
February 14th, 2011 at 6:20 pm
Ahhh…time for my date with my hottie. That’s a capital H O T T I E. Am I fortunate? Most definitely! Am I good? Absolutely!!
Italiano this evening.
It’s a great night to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
February 14th, 2011 at 6:20 pm
lol MR Going in!
February 14th, 2011 at 6:25 pm
You mention a 3.73 tril budget and this neanderthal pulls out the race card and all sorts of garbage and blames it on Bush & Reagan.
lmao @ this nut coming unhinged!
February 14th, 2011 at 6:25 pm
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
February 14th, 2011 at 6:41 pm
# The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 6:15 pm
You f’n dumb redneck moron you’re so stupid it’s unreal! Bush had the same budget you inbred! Bush just skewed the budget by taking the wars off the books. You are so stupid it’s unreal. This isn’t your country! You’re a dumb redneck and it’s over for your kind! Minorities are taking over and Latinos will be the majority in a decade, and there will never again be a conservative party in power that represents the sensibilities of white traditionalists, so kill yourself you worthless piece of trailer trash! THIS IS NOT YOUR HOME ANYMORE! you might as well go back to Europe!
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Gee, I thought it was the Tea Party that was supposed to be dangerous.
A fool vents all his feelings, but wise man holds them back. Proverbs 29:11
February 14th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
woodson is a great hire….
February 14th, 2011 at 6:44 pm
Oh boy, the resident troll just spilled his Cheetos and is having a hissy fit.
Dude, you need to do some push backs if you are ever going to drop below 3 bills.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:45 pm
Who is the Raiders DC?
February 14th, 2011 at 6:48 pm
MB, do you not understand that Bush had the same budget, and just kept the wars off the books? Do you not know that? Do you not want to know it? You are so stupid it’s unreal.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:48 pm
Sweep The Leg, I don’t care what the bible says. I don’t take fiction that seriously.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:48 pm
al davis is the raider d coordinator…the man who invented defense
February 14th, 2011 at 6:52 pm
MR, just a little advice…
Try to know when you’re being baited. You’re just so easy. Don’t you get what Mista’s doing to you? People do this to you all day in here, because you bite every single time.
February 14th, 2011 at 6:53 pm
chiggy check
February 14th, 2011 at 6:55 pm
microphone check one
microphone check two
microphone check three
you’re tuned to the words of BSD
I’m baaaaaaaacccccckkkkk!
February 14th, 2011 at 7:00 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A457nn6AJmM&feature=related
February 14th, 2011 at 7:02 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUGlf6lDU0A
February 14th, 2011 at 7:03 pm
Sweep the leg… don’t give your pearls to pigs, they will just trample them… somehwere in proverbs.
Some of these guys on this board are so mad and negative it does no good to tell them anything. Just on here to argue for the sake of arguing.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:05 pm
Dickv
and some of us muthafukkas are hear to talk football and liven up the place with some entertaining sh1t
February 14th, 2011 at 7:08 pm
Is Woodson’s Hire A Way For Raiders To Re-sign Asomugha?
By Chuck Carroll»Football News Now Staff Writer» February 14, 2011 – 6:02 pm
The Oakland Raiders made a big splash Monday by hiring Rod Woodson as an assistant defensive backs coach. The Hall of Famer’s return to Oakland is a big deal, but there could me more to it than just another former Raider coming home to roost.
Woodson’s return could be viewed as a move to lure back Nnamdi Asomugha next season according to a Rotoworld.com post.
The Pro Bowl cornerback will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason after his contract voided.
Asomugha and Woodson are reportedly close friends.
Owner Al Davis painted a less than optimistic future for Asomugha in Silver and Black when he recently stated the team could get two high-caliber players for his price.
Basically, one must take Woodson’s signing for what it is–a good story. He’s been interested in coaching for a while and interned with the Cincinnati Bengals during last season’s training camp.
Perhaps there are no ulterior motives at work either. Just something to ponder…
February 14th, 2011 at 7:12 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JTxBTHwuuM
February 14th, 2011 at 7:13 pm
I guess I own this b1tch for real
February 14th, 2011 at 7:15 pm
Olinesux Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 6:48 pm
al davis is the raider d coordinator…the man who invented defense
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You think he, and his overhead projector, are teaching the Defense, well?
February 14th, 2011 at 7:16 pm
Easy hip hop… your post don’t come with beats and hype men. If your’e happy being you than do that. just trying to give some advice to a brother. Heathens” it cost you nothing pay me no mind….”
February 14th, 2011 at 7:18 pm
Hopefully Woodson teaches these kids how to break on the ball, study Qb’s and get some picks. The Raiders CB’s have to be some of the best at running with Wr and keeping them from catching the balls, but they are horrible at making plays.
Woodson had 71 picks… hopefulyy he rubs off.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:18 pm
I figured why the hellz on not you dig? I was running things there for minute!
February 14th, 2011 at 7:21 pm
pay attention! my videos have underlying subliminal messages…put it together…
February 14th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
KK,
i think that Al davis dominates spineless coaches. By everbody’s account, he is very knowledgble. We need a DC that can stand on their own two feet, and back up their ideas with sound reasoning. If they can’t do that, they cower down to Al, and start doing the things that they think he wants. I really liked John Marshall because he did his own thing, but in the end, the defense sucked, so he was let go.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z005trXccW0
February 14th, 2011 at 7:24 pm
As soon as the BS Detector rolls through all of the trolls scatter!
Coincidence? Hmmmmmm….
February 14th, 2011 at 7:26 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLJFRgE4Ywk
February 14th, 2011 at 7:27 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6nRcoBfunM&feature=BF&list=FLZ4ToCYsSKWU&index=4
February 14th, 2011 at 7:29 pm
Naanee nailed for public intoxication, resisting arrest
Posted by Mike Florio on February 14, 2011, 8:24 PM EST
Indiana has become a hotbed of alleged criminal activity for players on AFC West teams who are due to become free agents.
On the same day that Raiders running back Michael Bush was busted for drunk driving, Chargers receiver Legedu Naanee was arrested for public intoxication and resisting arrest, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:31 pm
It’s easy to ponder Davis’s desire in Woodson. We’ve heard it all. And it’s all pretty much b.s. But what’s interesting is Woodson’s interest in the Raiders. Woodson is a hall of famer. I’m thinking that if he’s getting into coaching, he’s shooting a little higher than cornerbacks coach. Oh, he has to start somewhere? Uh, this is Rod Woodson. He’s not starting anywhere. Rod Woodson wants to head coach someday. Davis just hired Hue Jackson’s nemesis to keep control.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:31 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIU8DO4rdKI&feature=relmfu
February 14th, 2011 at 7:32 pm
my detector is blowing up right about now
February 14th, 2011 at 7:32 pm
In other words, the chaos continues.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:35 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtuvVjj-vR4&feature=related
February 14th, 2011 at 7:37 pm
Al Davis puts his pants on the morning just like you and I, the only difference is when Al puts his pants on in the morning, he hires Hall of Famers.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:42 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t0R10dXJxk
February 14th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
These trolls don’t know what hit ‘em!
I OWN this b1tch for real for real
February 14th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
Is Woodson’s Hire A Way For Raiders To Re-sign Asomugha?
By Chuck Carroll»Football News Now Staff Writer» February 14, 2011 – 6:02 pm
The Oakland Raiders made a big splash Monday by hiring Rod Woodson as an assistant defensive backs coach. The Hall of Famer’s return to Oakland is a big deal, but there could me more to it than just another former Raider coming home to roost.
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Woodson is obviously upset the NFL forced him to go into the hall as a Steeler, so he re-ups with Al to spite Art Rooney and the entire Steeler fan base.
His years in Pittsburgh were the worst of his life. It was only in Oakland where he was allowed to flourish and become the man he always dreamed of being. At long last!
February 14th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
# djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:37 pm
Al Davis puts his pants on the morning just like you and I, the only difference is when Al puts his pants on in the morning, he hires Hall of Famers
**************
Like you and I?
You wake up, and have someone change your Depends, then slide on a pair of polyester jogging pants?
I don’t.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:51 pm
my work here is done….for now
watch your back, you know who you are!
February 14th, 2011 at 7:51 pm
269.Aardvark Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
# djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:37 pm
Al Davis puts his pants on the morning just like you and I, the only difference is when Al puts his pants on in the morning, he hires Hall of Famers
**************
Like you and I?
You wake up, and have someone change your Depends, then slide on a pair of polyester jogging pants?
I don’t.
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Let’s not nit pick over semantics.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:57 pm
# djohnnyg Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
Is Woodson’s Hire A Way For Raiders To Re-sign Asomugha?
By Chuck Carroll»Football News Now Staff Writer» February 14, 2011 – 6:02 pm
The Oakland Raiders made a big splash Monday by hiring Rod Woodson as an assistant defensive backs coach. The Hall of Famer’s return to Oakland is a big deal, but there could me more to it than just another former Raider coming home to roost.
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Woodson is obviously upset the NFL forced him to go into the hall as a Steeler, so he re-ups with Al to spite Art Rooney and the entire Steeler fan base.
His years in Pittsburgh were the worst of his life. It was only in Oakland where he was allowed to flourish and become the man he always dreamed of being. At long last!
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You are a confused youngster, aren’t you?
NFL doesn’t force anyone to go in under any team. The bust doesn’t have anything indicating where you played, and the bio lists everywhere you played.
It’s the fans and the media that argue over what team is represented.
February 14th, 2011 at 7:59 pm
The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:31 pm
It’s easy to ponder Davis’s desire in Woodson. We’ve heard it all. And it’s all pretty much b.s. But what’s interesting is Woodson’s interest in the Raiders. Woodson is a hall of famer. I’m thinking that if he’s getting into coaching, he’s shooting a little higher than cornerbacks coach. Oh, he has to start somewhere? Uh, this is Rod Woodson. He’s not starting anywhere. Rod Woodson wants to head coach someday. Davis just hired Hue Jackson’s nemesis to keep control.
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RMR gets put in check, ignores it. Then blabbers something only she can understand. Too funny.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:00 pm
al davis has forgotten more about defense than 90% of defensive coordinators out there…
February 14th, 2011 at 8:01 pm
# BS Detector Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 7:51 pm
my work here is done….for now
watch your back, you know who you are!
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Grading the quality of your above “work” only question remains is when does your unemployment expire?
February 14th, 2011 at 8:06 pm
Al Davis has forgotten 90% of everything.
The other 10% is his own personal ground hog day.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:10 pm
Al hired Woodson because he knows Woodson wants an HC job, that way Hue can only have so much control with someone politicking for his job underneath him.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:11 pm
You are a confused youngster, aren’t you?
NFL doesn’t force anyone to go in under any team. The bust doesn’t have anything indicating where you played, and the bio lists everywhere you played.
It’s the fans and the media that argue over what team is represented.
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As ridiculous as it gets in here sometimes I guess it’s understandable why you might think I was actually being serious.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:20 pm
This blog is hot! Get’er done RMR. Al can school you with his overhead, he hired Woodson cause Woodsons the man. He already has a HC, and Hue is here to stay. Al will pull out the overhead projector and show you his game plan.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:32 pm
Al hired Woodson to balance control. Woodson is not seeking to be a cornerbacks coach anywhere. He wants to be a head coach. Al loves doing this. Having two guys in his staff gunning for HC, one incumbent and one challenger. He’s been doing this for years. And it’s a disastrous plan. The players pick up on it right away, the team forms clicks.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:43 pm
They have gone mad in here, to argue with someone about the hiring is crazy only a hater of ridiculous proportions could make soemthing out of this other than what it is. Rod always wanted to be a Raider and he was asked when he retired to sign on as a coach and he said he wasn’t ready. Well now he is, it’s as simple as that. You have to be really sick to think anything other than that is at play.
Guys don’t argue with these fools about whether the sky is blue or not. If they cannot see the obvious then it’s their own fault. Rod is happy and so are the Raiders that he finally made up his mind to come and work there. I think he can help us tremendously.
This will be very interesting to watch the next few years play out, we have brought several coaches who undersatnd how things work here and can work with and help get things done in the Raider tradition and add their nuances to the mix as Hue Jackson has done.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:43 pm
280.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 8:32 pm
Al hired Woodson to balance control. Woodson is not seeking to be a cornerbacks coach anywhere. He wants to be a head coach. Al loves doing this. Having two guys in his staff gunning for HC, one incumbent and one challenger. He’s been doing this for years. And it’s a disastrous plan. The players pick up on it right away, the team forms clicks.
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That’s why Cable had minor league success. Because he punched the spy in the jaw, put everybody on the same page, and tried to do things his way. When Al found out they were no longer losers, he had to blame Cable for bucking the system, now he has Hue. Cable is just another one of Als’ exes now, and Hue is his new man. But Hue knows Als’ sinister plan and he will be on the look out too. If anyone tries to sneak up on Hue, I’m sure he is capable of crackin a jaw or two if he has to.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:46 pm
Another point of interest: all of these former Raidah players Al has brought back know they Raidah way, how things operate in Oaktown. It’s all good. Woodson, Wiz, Biek, they all the man. Cable is an ex, Hue is the new man.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:48 pm
Wisniewski – Biekert – Woodson. I love it! Great players, good guys and true professionals. Everyone benefits from these hires; including the coaches, players, fans and the free agents these guys can help keep or recruit.
February 14th, 2011 at 8:49 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 8:43 pm
Rod always wanted to be a Raider
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LOL. OK, sure. That’s what it’s all about…
February 14th, 2011 at 8:52 pm
Woodson is different from Beikert and Wisnewski. He’s a hall of famer, and a national celebrity considering his ESPN work. Woodson’s not going anywhere to be a skills coach. As priest would say, you have to be nuts to think other wise. Just crazy!!
February 14th, 2011 at 8:55 pm
Why don’t we let Woodson speak on what his longterm plans are, at this point I just wanthim to coach the DB’s………….period
February 14th, 2011 at 8:57 pm
Uncle Al is bringin the ‘family’ back to Oakland. Look for things to happen. More former players will be on board. Just a matter of time before Rice or Brown the new WR coach. Woodson not only gonna be good for recruiting players, but coaches too. The pieces are all coming together.
Now Al just needs to put the CBA together and get ready for the upcoming season. Al can’t afford a lock-out because he is up there in years and this would be a wasted year, so he be gettin busy, he is the Arbritator/Negotiator. The secret commander in chief of the nfl. He get it done.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:07 pm
i think he’s done a superb job so far………so lets hope for the best.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:16 pm
The Raiders don’t need an ambulatory DC?
February 14th, 2011 at 9:17 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 8:55 pm
Why don’t we let Woodson speak on what his longterm plans are
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Oh, I’m sure some day, he will. He’s just not going to do it right away. Al knows Woodson wants to be a HC, and it fits into Al’s plan.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:20 pm
Olinesux Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 8:00 pm
al davis has forgotten more about defense than 90% of defensive coordinators out there…
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No doubt. He can’t remember Herrera’s name half the time.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
What most impressive is that these coaches can help Hujack understand Mr Davis’ idiosynchesis something I’m sure Hue will see during the year. But these players have seen the worse and best of him. There is no mystery and the media cannot play mind games with them. On top of that they are great students of the game their approach to the game was cerebral more than just great physical specimens. That I think bodes well in the teaching aspect of the game. All were great technicians at their relative positions.
I think Rod was extremely smart and did things the right way as did Biek and Wiz. Whereas some coaches are not good X and O types these coaches are rooted in that aspect. And yet they could all play very physical.
I’ll never forget thet time we played the Colts and Beikert matched wits with Payton Manning and had him confused which helped us come from 14 points down to win the game in Indy. It was spectacular the job he did.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:25 pm
So what he wants to be a HC doesn’t everyone?? it goes woith out saying…………. DUH!!
Has zero to do with what he has to get done n the next few years if we’re successful his chances increase. Therefore if he does his job well he should get there faster and zi say more power to him.
Go Raiders!!! Go Rod Woodson!!!
February 14th, 2011 at 9:25 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
What most impressive is that these coaches can help Hujack understand Mr Davis’ idiosynchesis
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LOL. What a great job it is to be a head coach in Oakland, I swear…
February 14th, 2011 at 9:28 pm
There’s a difference between wanting to be a head coach, and actively politicking to become one, priest. I don’t believe Woodson would step foot here if he wasn’t actively politicking to be HC here. And I think Al might have led him on to the possibility of it if Hue “doesn’t get the job done”. Which means, if Hue only improves the team by 3 wins…LOL
February 14th, 2011 at 9:30 pm
priest, don’t take my word for it.
Just ask yourself this one question if you want to see the Al Davis that I’m seeing.
Why doesn’t Al Davis just let Hue Jackson pick his own staff?
February 14th, 2011 at 9:34 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
What most impressive is that these coaches can help Hujack understand Mr Davis’ idiosynchesis
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Please substitute “idiosychronsies” with “eccentricities”. Just tryin to keep it real.
Thank You, Thank You Very Much. Your Wonderful. Your All Wonderful.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:41 pm
296. Wild speculation and btw, which is it?
1. Nobody wants to work for the Raiders
or
2. Lots of guys like Woodsen and others are willing to even come back later and STILL work for Mr. Davis?
You can’t claim it both ways
February 14th, 2011 at 9:43 pm
297.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:30 pm
Why doesn’t Al Davis just let Hue Jackson pick his own staff?
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Now wait just a minute here. I don’t think you are giving the Big Dog enough credit. Maybe it is in Hues’ contract that the Top Dog picks all assistants, and Hue can run with that, or maybe Hue says: “Coach Davis, you pick my staff for me because you knowledge is beyond mine, so I will run with who you hire to do your bidding”.
Hue ain’t no dummy. He knows how the Big Dog operates. Hue will flex his muscle when he’s good and ready. Or maybe Hue said “Hey Coach Davis, go get Woodson for me”. Hue don’t need credit for that. He’s already got the HC title. Let the Big Dog get the credit. Hue will get the wins, the Big Dog gets the credit. Hue knows who butters the bread.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:44 pm
Who knows what they’re doing in terms of assembling this staff I don’t speculate I just want it to work. And so far it gets my approval vote. As far as I know they might be in lock step its not for me to say one way or the other. He’s always operated this way, I don’t have a problem with it………….period.
He will also run the draft and get what he thinks Hue needs I just wnat Hujack to do his thing. Make it do what it do…………….period
February 14th, 2011 at 9:49 pm
Great viewpoint Macho Macho I tend to agree……
February 14th, 2011 at 9:52 pm
Al Davis is the GM. Is not that what GMs’ do? Get coaches, asst. coaches, FA’s, draft room? Isn’t that what a GM does? Since when does a HC do all this? If the GM got Woodson, I’m sure Hue can run with that.
It’s the job of the GM to put the staff in order. Not complicated.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:53 pm
Nnamdi21 to be honest man these guys confuse themselves with their faulty reasoning. Anything but to give the man credit for a job well done. Petty petty petty and petty.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm
# priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:49 pm
Great viewpoint Macho Macho I tend to agree……
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LOL. I think he’s being sarcastic.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm
In a minute they’ll accuse Mr Davis of mind control they’re running out of options and excuses.
February 14th, 2011 at 9:58 pm
Deductive thinking. Woodson is a hall of famer and a celebrity. He’s not leaving television for a corner back coach position. I’m sorry. You’d have be nuts to believe that. That’s a job for nobodies.
Just because someone doesn’t want to work for Al doesn’t mean they won’t. Woodson can use him as a stepping stone to another job. Anywhere else, Woodson has to wait in line. In Oakland, Al probably already told him the job is his if Jackson only brings mediocre results, like improving the team from 8 wins to 11.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:00 pm
priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm
In a minute they’ll accuse Mr Davis of mind control
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Even that’s less crazy than believing Woodson is really here to be a cornerbacks coach.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:00 pm
Alright, if you’re single on balentimes day, you have to get drunk. Later guys.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:02 pm
305.The Real MaddenRaider Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm
# priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 9:49 pm
Great viewpoint Macho Macho I tend to agree……
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LOL. I think he’s being sarcastic.
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I’m bein real. That’s how things operate in Oaktown. Love it or leave it. I don’t paint it to be a rosy picture by anymeans, just see it for what it is. No question Uncle Al swings to his own tune, orbits his own world, and is lonely at the top, but I like whats shakin as of late. I like Woodson. And we’ll see the beast in Hue when he’s ready. Hue ain’t no dummy. He had a year of prep under Als’ ex man.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:04 pm
Still banging your head against the wall Priest.These guys know better but just like to biotch about the old man. Many GMs hire their staffs.It just upsets many on here because they can’t stand the Raiders GM,which BTW,neither can I.But it really won’t make much difference because there probably won’t be any NFL this year.Can’t wait for all the haters to come out and put all the blame on the old man.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:07 pm
It’s pointless some people can’t see past the nose on their face and it pains them to KNOW they’re in the dark. So specious logic is all they have even when it’s as MORONIC as this.
SEEK HELP!! or better yet get a life.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:09 pm
hey lefty12 whassup brotha I had hoped I’d get the chance to chat woith ya’. Well what do ya’ think so far??
February 14th, 2011 at 10:12 pm
L12
There will! be NFL this year. Al will raise himself to his former level, slam his fist on the bargaining table, and tell these nitwits where the bear sh*ts in the woods. He can not have another year go by with out games. More at stake for him than any other owner.
I’m more concerned about the millions who are employed on the fringes of NFL activities than the two greedy parties at the bargaing table. But Al will see to it and raise his relavence once again.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:17 pm
Hey,Priest.Things are progressing nicely.I like what has been happening.I like the idea of bringing in all these ex-players.Their knowledge and history of success can only help because hopefully the young players will listen and learn.Unlike most,not hiring a DC yet isn’t a big deal to me-we’ll either get someone or promote someone we already have-no big deal.But as I said,I really don’t believe there will be any football this year.Some of the richer owners are going to prevent a CBA from happening.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:19 pm
Lefty12 there is no doubt in my mind that they will play this year. The players are already caving in because they know they have to. The money they make is ungodly and their careers are way too short. Baseball and Basketball with gauranteed salaries is different. FA will suffer and leave too many in limbo the players will cave in and the owners KNOW IT.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:21 pm
Lety12 the owners still get the TV money the only way a player gets paid is to play. There is no way they let it happen. Fans will blame the players and its as simple as that.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
ADMMS-hope you are right and I am wrong,but I don’t see it happening.There are some real a$$holes that are owners now and they weren’t owners the last time this happened.They aren’t used to bargaining-they usually dictate and that is what they think they can do now.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
Al is the godfather of the owners circle. He’ll bring them all together for a ‘family’ meeting and demand the games be played. There will be football this fall. And it will be on TV.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
# priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 8:43 pm
They have gone mad in here, to argue with someone about the hiring is crazy only a hater of ridiculous proportions could make soemthing out of this other than what it is. Rod always wanted to be a Raider and he was asked when he retired to sign on as a coach and he said he wasn’t ready. Well now he is, it’s as simple as that. You have to be really sick to think anything other than that is at play.
Guys don’t argue with these fools about whether the sky is blue or not. If they cannot see the obvious then it’s their own fault. Rod is happy and so are the Raiders that he finally made up his mind to come and work there. I think he can help us tremendously.
This will be very interesting to watch the next few years play out, we have brought several coaches who undersatnd how things work here and can work with and help get things done in the Raider tradition and add their nuances to the mix as Hue Jackson has done.
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You are such a puppet. Little string thru yur nose. Lipstick on for your pucker up.
Woodson hasn’t coached. Being a player doesn’t mean you can coach. What can help tremendously is getting qualified coaches in, not a rookie asst that you hope will work out.
And he didn’t retire, he was released because of a failed physical.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:27 pm
I don’t think it is about money.It is about breaking the union.I would hope most fans would see that,but you are probably correct,they will blame the players.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:30 pm
# lefty12 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 10:04 pm
Still banging your head against the wall Priest.These guys know better but just like to biotch about the old man. Many GMs hire their staffs.It just upsets many on here because they can’t stand the Raiders GM,which BTW,neither can I.But it really won’t make much difference because there probably won’t be any NFL this year.Can’t wait for all the haters to come out and put all the blame on the old man.
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Talk about yapping out both sides yo mouth?
You state “some just like to biotch about the old man” and they “can’t stand the raiders gm”, and then you state you can’t stand him either?
Pot? meet kettle.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:31 pm
Listen stpid released or otherwise he had to file for retirement afterwards. Not only that but he knows technigue as well as anyone when you play at the level he played at desire is all that’s left to coaching. And the ability get players to respond he just needed to take some time off after his career. Labeau was a player a HOF player so are 95% of coaches were ex-players Woodson will make an outstanding coach he has demonstrated that even while he played.
So if you don’t know ask………….or just shut up!
February 14th, 2011 at 10:32 pm
If someone can agree with Al at his ‘family’ meeting that more than the nfl is at stake, then the games will go on. This country doesn’t need the economic impact a lock-out will have. So many people will be unemployed, from top to bottom, those on staduim game day payroll to suppliment their incomes, all the revune a city gets when teams come to town, hotel workers, vendor suppliers, beverage company workers, hot dog factory workers, taxi drivers, street musicians, transportation workers, on and on and on. If Al has any trouble at all setting these guys right, he needs to contact the Prez, and he needs to get it done, because we need the unemployment rate to go down, not up. These greedy owners and players need to look around and see what a crisis they can promote or deter.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:34 pm
Look moron,I don’t like the man,but he is the GM and runs the Raiders as a GM the same way many GMs run their teams.Smith in SD does the same things the old man does-that is his job.Who the hell to talking to you anyway jerkoff!Go eat some sh!t and die.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:37 pm
Macho,many owners don’t care about all those people just like the Wall Street jerks don’t care about the average guy.All they care about is deepening their pockets.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:40 pm
al is going to save the nfl….again
February 14th, 2011 at 10:42 pm
Very true Lefty12 its a very different calibre of owner nowadays as well as players. Only the players aren’t nearly as rich. TRhere in lies the problem with the players they cannot hold out and they know it so they’re basically at the owners mercy.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:43 pm
326.lefty12 Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 10:37 pm
Macho,many owners don’t care about all those people just like the Wall Street jerks don’t care about the average guy.All they care about is deepening their pockets.
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And there in lies the real issue of the problem. I know both greedy parties couldn’t care less, mostly owners greed, but someone needs to set them right. An unfortunate truth that is. With our country being so ecnomically vulnerable right now, I think a lock out will have a minor impact to some, major to others. But I suppose that is no different from any other wall street decision.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:44 pm
I just don’t think Mr Davis is up to it this time guys, just a hunch. But we can always hope.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:47 pm
327.olinesux Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 10:40 pm
al is going to save the nfl….again
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All issues aside, I think the same thing. Al has to much to lose in this, and he will be like superman, only he will be super Al, and set them right. He has put to many years of his life into the nfl to see it go down the tube, for the time being. I just hope he has a good ‘temp’ to run his Raidah business while he is busy saving the nfl, again………..
February 14th, 2011 at 10:50 pm
The players aren’t much better than the owners,I’ll agree.These young guys nowadays seem to think they are entitled to make millions right out of college.But too many of todays owners don’t care about the game the way the owners did who helped make the NFL what it is today and I believe that will be the problem.
February 14th, 2011 at 10:55 pm
330.priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 10:44 pm
I just don’t think Mr Davis is up to it this time guys, just a hunch. But we can always hope.
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He did look awfully tired and weathered at his press conference where he spent a lot of time trashing Cable, so you may be right, but I hope your wrong, but your probably right.
Al needs a one on one with the Prez. Maybe they can do one of those court ordered no work stoppage thing or something like that, where the law steps in to keep production in order. An injunction. But now then we would be mixing polotics and the nfl, not sure how that would go over on the surface. Maybe they need a grand jury to convene and get to the bottom of this, all in the name of our national economy. To much unemployment at stake.
February 14th, 2011 at 11:05 pm
On second thought Priest, I think Al has one good fight left in him. He’ll step up at the bargaining table and set them right. He’s not gonna go down by someone elses doin. He can do what ever he wants with his own club however he pleases, but he won’t fall victim at someone elses hands. Never has. He will get up for one last fight because he has too much to lose, has put his life into this, and he will fight. He will get up and fight because he is a man of conviction.
February 14th, 2011 at 11:07 pm
I think he has a plan of some kind what it is we wont know until he execute it. So stay tuned…
February 14th, 2011 at 11:09 pm
Will stay tuned. Roger Out……………..
February 14th, 2011 at 11:14 pm
I don’t think Davis has the ears of the young owners the way he used to.
February 14th, 2011 at 11:17 pm
Al does it again! Great hire in Hue! Even HOF’ers want to coach with him!
Long live Al Davis!
February 14th, 2011 at 11:20 pm
So long Priest.It was nice talking to you.
February 14th, 2011 at 11:40 pm
Having Rod Woodson on board can only help.
The two Woodsons, Gannon, Rice, Brown, Garner, Crockett, etc…
Man, we had some great players in those days.
February 14th, 2011 at 11:42 pm
Raiders are definitely on the top tier of the league now. Green Bay, Pittsburgh, Jets, all figuring out how to stop Hue Jackson, Jason Campbell, and hall of fame cornerback coach Rod Woodson.
February 15th, 2011 at 2:55 am
As heck, I’m kidding. I’m drunk and I feel bad now. Go Raiders!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 2:58 am
Guys, I hope I’m wrong. Let’s hope Woodson is here for all of the right reasons. I really like Hue Jackson, too. Although even drunk, I still say the players shouldn’t budge. I know the roookie’s get paid a lot but the owners could be more accountable about who they pick, and how they groom them into the organization. Sometimes I wonder if the owners have been drafting bums on purpose in anticipation of this labor dispute. Anyhow, that’s pretty cynical, I know. Goodnight, Raider Nation. Happy Valentines Day to all of you, especially Raider Dogg and his hot wife. LOL! lATER.
February 15th, 2011 at 5:23 am
The players union is strong in the NBA, with players getting guaranteed salaries, and the NBA is at it’s weakest point in years. Nobody watches games unless the Celtics, Lakers or Lebron is involved, and attendance is at all-time lows in many areas (kudos to Dubs fans for plowing through).
The baseball players union is the strongest of them all. While things are improving in baseball, they did disasterous damage in 1994 not playing the WS and if not for roided out guys like Sosa and McGwire bashing 500 foot home runs, they league may have not came back so soon. (I would add Bonds to this list, but he didn’t spur any added interest to the game; everyone but Giants fans hate him).
And than you have the NFL. The weakest of the professional sports unions, with the owners frequently getting their way with things. All the while the game is at it’s highest points ever, with record-ratings for all types of games, and attendance figures (other than Oakland). More people watch a MNF game in October than watch the World Series or NBA finals.
These are the reasons I am “rooting”, if there is such a thing in a CBA, for the owners to not cower to the union and make sure to continue the great work the owners are doing.
And good morning!!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 6:06 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
Wow…MR was on a roll last night huh?…
Oh well, still like the hire!
February 15th, 2011 at 6:36 am
RMR is a strange, VERY STRANGE, bird.
How could you not like this hire? You got a guy with local ties, ties to the organization when it was winning, and really he is starting off pretty low on the totem pole.
Best move so far this offseason, IMO.
February 15th, 2011 at 6:50 am
I agree JFB! And that move may have helped in resigning Aso! But according to MR…he wants to be a HC so he’s …oh whatevers…
February 15th, 2011 at 6:58 am
Rod Woodson, nice move.
A winner and one of the best players in NFL history, who always worked hard and studied the game.
They interviwed him yesterday on NFLN, said he spoke to Al and Hue, that they want to do some different stuff next year like having the CB’s play in front of the ball more often so they could be in position to make some plays.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:04 am
That would be nice!
Good Morning Marley, JFB!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:05 am
Greg Biekert and Rod Woodson were very smart players, always aware of what was going on and what needed to be done.
With a roster full of athletes, these two should help them be mentally prepared.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:06 am
G’morning fellas.
This is an excellent hire. This guy is a hall of famer and 11 time probowler and SB winner. One of the most complete d-backs of all time. He exceled at corner and safety, as well as a returner.
Plus, the guy seems to have natural teaching ability. Nnamdi already credited him with his success as a tutor and mentor.
I watched a special on NFLN where Rod Woodson went to SF training camp and worked with their DB’s. You could tell those guys were hanging on his every word. This guy has ultimate credibility with today’s players.
This was a coup.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:09 am
Woodson and Biekert should also ease the transition from Marshall to Bresnahan (I think he’s got the job), they already know him well and were a huge part of his defense.
There’s a lot to be analyzed about Bresnahan as well, but I gotta run now, later.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:13 am
I like all these assistant hires but don’t really like Chuck B as the DC.
I would have just assumed keep Marshall and add these assistants.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:15 am
Good Morning A.M. Crew!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:16 am
Bob,
you stole my thunder. lol. Just watched the interview this morning. Yes, that oughtta excite some people on here. Woodson said he talked to Mr. Davis and Hue.
He said they were going to mix things up a lil more. Have DB’s playing facing the los more often, give more opportunities to make plays on the ball. (And maybe cut down on some of the long runs).
That ought to be music to the ears.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:18 am
Good Morning Nation!
Rod friggin Woodson baby!! Glad the move for a new DB coach was made and could not be happier with the choice.
I think a real strong point in Woodson teaching these guys will be his ability to help them read receivers. He was amazing at jumping routes or breaking off and I think he can coach that.
Cheers!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:24 am
This could also help bring Nnamdi back as has been speculated. Nnamdi has credited working with Woodson for much of his success.
The Raiders have some promising young db’s for Rod to work with. Walter McFadden ,Jeremy Ware and Stevie Brown.
Plus, I’d like to see what he could do with Stanford Routt. Routt has the size and speed teams covet at the position. He even has very good cover skills. If RWoodson can help him hone the finer points of playing the position, and possibly cut down on the back breaking penalties, then Routt could really take the next step and become a helluva player. IMHO.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:25 am
I’ll have to agree with JFB…why not keep Marshall if Chuckie B is going to be the DC? Although Chuckie B was the DC in 02 and 03…Woodson, Biekert has played for him and maybe bring a smooth transition from Marshal To Chuck B!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:25 am
After the 2010 NFL Draft…..
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# SilverNBlackPA Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Schefter, Mortensen, Glazer, LaCanfora, Lombardi all giving the hire rave reviews. When was the last time they unanimously agreed the Raiders did something good?
February 15th, 2011 at 7:27 am
Was that unanimous though after last years draft?
February 15th, 2011 at 7:28 am
good morning nation,
i agree rod woodson is a great hire! kudos to mr davis and hujax for assembling a very good coaching staff they seem to be making all the right moves…
on another note, how many aliases do you guys think mr has?? lol
February 15th, 2011 at 7:32 am
buckeyeraider Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 7:24 am
This could also help bring Nnamdi back as has been speculated. Nnamdi has credited working with Woodson for much of his success.
The Raiders have some promising young db’s for Rod to work with. Walter McFadden ,Jeremy Ware and Stevie Brown.
Plus, I’d like to see what he could do with Stanford Routt. Routt has the size and speed teams covet at the position. He even has very good cover skills. If RWoodson can help him hone the finer points of playing the position, and possibly cut down on the back breaking penalties, then Routt could really take the next step and become a helluva player. IMHO.
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How many of those back breaking penalties are bonehead moves by Routt, versus the fact that he wears a Raiders uniform. Seems to me that the biggest knock on CJ37 was the same thing, the back breaking penalties. Even Nnamdi gets those calls when they go his way.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:35 am
Anyone see Nikes proposed uniforms for the 2012 season. Ughh… have a vomit back ready if you havent. They changed 31 of the 32 uniforms in the NFL, only the Browns uniform remains unchanged. They gave the Raiders BLACK helmets? Our jerseys look the same, and our pants, imo could be an improvement, I like having the Raider shield on the pants. But a BLACK helmet? YUCK. I DO like how some of the helmets have taken on a metallic look though. How sweet would our silver helmets look if they were metallic looking.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:35 am
many of them are bogus as heck though! A lot has to do with the S&B uniform!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:36 am
Have DB’s playing facing the los more often, give more opportunities to make plays on the ball.
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What does that mean?
Zone?
5 yds off the ball – man to man?
February 15th, 2011 at 7:38 am
why not keep Marshall if Chuckie B is going to be the DC?
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I’m trying to figure out why some of you are against Chuck B IF he is the guy?
Wasn’t he a better DC for us than Marshall was?
February 15th, 2011 at 7:40 am
I’m not against Chuck but if that’s the logic, why not keep Marshall? Yes, I guess you can say Chuckie B was a better DC, welll, his (old and very aging) D help us to the SB in 2002! Maybe with younger players, he can be more effective!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:41 am
Ohhh, nevermind. I just searched some more and those NIKE uniforms are a fan created fraud. Thank GOD… those were horendous.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:43 am
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/525776-2012-nfl-jerseys-by-nike-analysis
Thats the link to the bogus uni’s…
February 15th, 2011 at 7:43 am
Thank Goodness! Black helmets???? Really???
February 15th, 2011 at 7:44 am
Bcz,
You’re preaching to the choir in regareds to the Raiders and penalties. That’s one area where I disagree wit JFB. I had that conversation with Richochet years ago, also.
I do think the Raiders are held to a different standard than other teams and are often penalized unfairly. I think the stats over the years back me up.
However, Routt does have a tendency to reach and grab , even when he doesn’t have to. If Woodson can help teach how to read WR’s keys and read their eyes and know when to play the ball, then it couldn’t hurt.
Can’t do anything about the refs, but if they tighten up their technique and cut down a lil bit. Well, every lil bit helps.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:47 am
Kansas City mayor Fuknhouser asks for pledge against lockout
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on February 15, 2011, 10:10 AM EST
Kansas City city Mayor Mark Funkhouser (not to be confused with Marty) sent a letter to Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt last week regarding the possible NFL work stoppage.
The letter apparently didn’t get much attention, so now the Kansas City Star got a hold of it and printed it.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:50 am
hwnrdr Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 7:43 am
Thank Goodness! Black helmets???? Really???
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Click on the link, slide 24 is the Raiders. It looks like an arena team stole our logo.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:55 am
Just seen it…puke!
February 15th, 2011 at 7:57 am
I think the Dolphins and Ravens tie for the worst. Jets and Eagles tie for the best… which is like winning an award post mortem for best suicide if you ask me.
February 15th, 2011 at 7:58 am
Just saw the Woodson interview.
Sounds like defensive scheme is already in place.
February 15th, 2011 at 8:00 am
J Hill Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 7:58 am
Just saw the Woodson interview.
Sounds like defensive scheme is already in place.
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3-4?
February 15th, 2011 at 8:02 am
JHill,
He doesn’t really specify. NFLN just replayed the interview. It was in regards to bringing back Nnamdi. He said he hopes to be able to. Said it would make his job easier.
He just says this year they’re going to do some different things, give some different looks. Have the corners facing los more to have more opportunities to make plays and hopefully get some more int’s.
I’m assuming he means they’re going to mix in a lil more zone coverages.
Hopefully he can help teach those techniques as well, because the Raiders appeared lost when they tried it last year.
It seemed to me to be one of the reasons for the high TD passes allowed. Blown coverages. Usually with two players looking at each other with outstretched arms like WTF? I turned him loose to you, thought you were gonna pick him up.
Thats how it looked to me at least. Confusion in the secondary and blown coverages. The Raiders being a predominantly man team not being able to play zone very well. Miscommunication leading to broken coverages and big plays.
Hopefully Woodson can help.
February 15th, 2011 at 8:02 am
No 3-4!!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 8:17 am
Woodson: “I hope we keep Nnamdi!” video..
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d81e4f604/Woodson-I-hope-we-keep-Nnamdi?module=HP_video
February 15th, 2011 at 8:30 am
OK, Now I am waiting for the “Rich Gannon to coach QB’s” announcement.
This could be a huge deal, for a team that so values its former members, or this could blow up in Al’s face harder than Shell, Kiffin and Cable combined. Hoping for the former…
This seems to point at Bresnahan for DC though, which isnt the worst thing. All these green position coaches, will be great for the player’s, but they lack game-calling experience; Chuckie B is an old vet, will bring some stability to an otherwise very inexperienced staff.
February 15th, 2011 at 8:35 am
The position coaches on the defensive side of the ball are about as good as I could ever hoped for. Wauffle showed his value last year with the Dline. Woodson added to the secondary addresses the biggest issue I saw last year. Biekert and Breshnahan coaching the LBs are a solid pair as well.
I wonder how much Hue will be involved with the defense?
February 15th, 2011 at 8:36 am
OK, Now I am waiting for the “Rich Gannon to coach QB’s” announcement.
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LOL!
Wouldn’t that be something?
February 15th, 2011 at 8:44 am
Morning peoples!
How about we kick off the morning w/ a hot chick!
http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/image-provided-Sports-Illustrated-shows-cover-magazine-2011-Swimsuit-Edition/photo//110215/480/urn_publicid_ap_org_c8032f7258b542a19facde893d7a9ba8//s:/ap/20110215/ap_en_ot/us_fea_fashion_sports_illustrated
February 15th, 2011 at 8:45 am
Chiefs just named Jim Zorn their QB Coach
February 15th, 2011 at 8:46 am
BBB,
No, Bresnahan would not be the sexy hire. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t hoping for former Raiders off SB champ GB’s staff. Either Moss or Perry.
However, like I said the other day..Chuck was the DC the last time Oakland expeienced any success. I believe when he was DC, the Raider run D was ranked #3.
Somebody said, well Gruden and Gannon’s offense scored so many points, opponents were forced to abandon the run, and pass in order to keep up.
Well, guess what? Hue’s offense can score some points too. They should get even better in year two, no?
Like I said Chuck’s D shut out the Dolphins in 2000 playoffs. It was also Chuck B that called the blitz that sent Charles Woodson crashing in on Brady. Unfortunately we know how that turned out.
If it in deed turns out to be Bresnehan, it would be a bit of a letdown. Not the sexy hire we were hoping for. Not sure it would be the complete disaster some are seemingly predicting, though. We’ll see.
February 15th, 2011 at 8:50 am
rod woodson is a class class act.. i am so glad he is baaaaack in black. as an organization we are rolling. good hires among our coaches, if we re-sign our main free agents we are headed directly to the play-offs..biekert will help, wiz will help, and now woodson will help.. go raiders..it is indeed a great day to be a raiders fan..
February 15th, 2011 at 8:54 am
Another DUI for Bob Kuechenberg
Posted by Michael David Smith on February 15, 2011, 11:05 AM EST
Former Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Bob Kuechenberg has been arrested for driving under the influence again.
The Miami Herald reports that Kuechenberg was arrested on charges of DUI second offense, DUI property damage and improper passing or lane change.
February 15th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Finally,
some real radier talk using logic.
where were you guys at yesterday?
who ever does not like the woodson hire is just HATING on the raiders.
still no DC. our staff not set yet.
but these aren’t just reasonable moves with bikeirt, wiz, saunders, etc.
these moves may possibly be the envy of the league.
(i know that is a stretch, just exagerating my point)
woodson left his comfy studio gig to chose to coach for the Oakland Raiders.
not the steelers or ravens.
The Oakland Raiders…
February 15th, 2011 at 8:59 am
Wassup Mac!
February 15th, 2011 at 9:01 am
If nothing else, all of these hires add tradition, class and greatness to the current Raiders organization. I can’t help but love it: The Wiz teaching on the O-line, Biekert coaching LB’s, Rod Woodson passing on his knowledge to our very talented DB’s.
What I love even more is to hear Rod say that they want the DB’s facing the QB more often next season. That is what I have been saying all off-season, after word got out that Al was going after Jets and Ravens coaches. Al saw something in those playoff games from the Jets defense and decided that he would finally use some mixed coverage to take advantage of our DB’s cover skills. HUGE difference in 2011, if that is the case, interceptions would go up, the run defense would be improved, big offensive plays against us would go down, the single high safety could make some plays and MORE sacks for the D-line (if that’s possible).
February 15th, 2011 at 9:03 am
I 2nd that BBB.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:04 am
it seems like hujax is going with young guns in the position coaches and hiring seasoned vets to be the coordinators, in my opinion that is a great plan,.. al saunders was a great hire the man has a long successful track record, whether bresnahan is the dc or not he brings a wealth of experience to the house and i can’t think of a reason not to expect him to be successful here too. he is getting a solid d line very good corners and safeties and a young gun mlb..bresnahan will have a solid coaching staff and he knows what to expect from mr davis..it seems to me to be all good!!
February 15th, 2011 at 9:06 am
NFLN showing a clip of RWoodson working with the Bengals D-backs in training camp. He’s preaching to the db’s to be violent. Ya gotta be violent.
Then a db knocks the piss out of a WR in a drill and the practice field erupts.
Gotta love it.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:09 am
Dan Patrick suggested four more teams to the playoffs, 2 from AFC 2 from NFC obviously, this idea would add two games to the playoffs = more revenue for the owners while not extending the 16 game season = good for the players. Dan mentioned in this scenario the Giants Bucs Raiders and Chargers would have made the playoffs this year…
February 15th, 2011 at 9:13 am
touching back down to earth, we still need someone to catch the damnball!! aside from miller and ford…
February 15th, 2011 at 9:13 am
Former Lions and Panthers WR Keary Colbert is leaving the USC football staff in hopes of resurrecting his NFL career.
We’re not betting on him. Colbert had an impressive rookie season (47-754-16.0-5) starting in place of an injured Steve Smith in 2004, but was a completely ineffective player thereafter. Turning 29 in May, Colbert would have to improve his speed and overall athleticism to truly help a team.
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Could this be this year’s, Mike Williams????
February 15th, 2011 at 9:18 am
Mack-Madden Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Finally,
some real radier talk using logic.
where were you guys at yesterday?
who ever does not like the woodson hire is just HATING on the raiders.
still no DC. our staff not set yet.
but these aren’t just reasonable moves with bikeirt, wiz, saunders, etc.
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Any Raider fan has got to love this change!
I’m GEEKED!
February 15th, 2011 at 9:18 am
DMAC Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 9:13 am
Former Lions and Panthers WR Keary Colbert is leaving the USC football staff in hopes of resurrecting his NFL career.
We’re not betting on him. Colbert had an impressive rookie season (47-754-16.0-5) starting in place of an injured Steve Smith in 2004, but was a completely ineffective player thereafter. Turning 29 in May, Colbert would have to improve his speed and overall athleticism to truly help a team.
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Could this be this year’s, Mike Williams????
$$$$$$$$$$
mr davis loves USC.
bring him aboard as a camp body.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:20 am
Did anyone read about Nenee’s arrest? The moron walks up to some cops making an arrest while he was drunk and starts yelling at them. The cops ask him to leave, and Nenee calls them a$$holes and wont leave. They finally had to pepper spray him and take him in. He’s also a FA. hahaha
February 15th, 2011 at 9:22 am
Would love to retain Bush, but if he walks I think we should pick-up anyone of these Free-agent Rb’s.
Ricky Williams
Ronnie Brown
Le’ron McClain
Jerious Norwood (would be a great pick-up)
February 15th, 2011 at 9:23 am
DMAC,
Marion Barber has no guaranteed money remaining in his contract.
Barber’s remaining four years worth of salary total $23.25 million, which is obviously far too much for a running back whose yards per carry averages have been dipping since 2007. Barber bottomed out with a 3.31 YPC last season.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:25 am
Yeah, I thought about Barber too, but he’s still under contract. If he gets cut, I wouldn’t mind signing him to a veteran contract.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:25 am
r8rwill Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 9:13 am
touching back down to earth, we still need someone to catch the damnball!! aside from miller and ford…
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We will address this I am sure. Hue may say our receivers are good now, but its very evident, in games where our runners get shut down, that we have to become more balanced on offense, and a strong posession receiver is needed.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:27 am
i don’t know what fox is going to do in donkeyland but looking at the rest of our division i don’t see anyone who is built to stop us, kc was owned by the raiders and cassell was exposed as a sham, the bolts are having trouble at rb and their wr’s seem to have drinking problems, they lost their dc riveira and so must reorganize..i think we take the division this year.. and i think we can play physical football with the pats, bears, packers and dolphins..the browns and bills are ,,well the browns and bills. and houston has talent but they can’t seem to get it together.. i think we can have a ten or eleven win season.. i am betting the pats game will be a monday nighter in oakland….
February 15th, 2011 at 9:29 am
Just heard Peter King on the Herd and made some good points about the draft.
Basically, everything revolves around the quarterback. In the first round, maybe 80% of the picks will be either a QB, a WR to catch said QB’s passes, pass-rushers to disrupt the QB, and a lineman to block said disrupter.
Peter King said that the #4 or #5 RB might fall into the 5th round, while the #5 D-lineman might go #15 overall, #5 WR will still be in the first round, and #5 QB and OT will go in the second round.
Basically, RB’s might be the least valued position in the NFL outside of kickers and long-snappers right now.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:30 am
DMAC Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 9:25 am
Yeah, I thought about Barber too, but he’s still under contract. If he gets cut, I wouldn’t mind signing him to a veteran contract.
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Barber is a downhill runner that needs 20+ carries to be effective. His 3.3ypc is a product of being a goaline back this year. I think he could be a good fit to replace Bush if need be. Leron McClain would be my first choice though, but, I think with last weeks DWI Bush isn’t going anywhere.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:40 am
I am much more scared of the Broncos looking ahead at the next 4-5 years than any other team in the division.
I think Tebow will continue to improve (while Cassel and Rivers regress) they got a good coach now, and they might get Nick Fairley who will be a borderline HOF player, IMO.
Raiders and Broncos duking it out for the division for a few years, just the way it should be.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:44 am
Vegas,
Your pretty high on this Fairley kid.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:46 am
Vegas,
I hear ya, and I don’t doubt King. I’m sure he’s correct. The question is..why do you think that is?
Is it because they take such a pounding, that their careers, at least peak years are so short?
Or is it bcause of the rules changes, it’s now more of a passing game than ever?
It just strikes me as kinda odd. Think about some of the greatest or near great offenses in history.
The Cowboys had Aikman and Irvin, plus a great TE in Novacek. But, where would they have been without Emmit?
The Bills prolific K-gun had Kelly and Reed and Lofton. Wher would they’ve been without Thurman?
I just don’t know how running backs have become so devalued. Maybe it’s just in regards to draft position.
Look what a healthy DMac did for the Raider offense. Who wouldn’t want an all day AP. Or even LT in his prime. I don’t know.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:48 am
Defense wins championships.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:49 am
Just look at the Packers, Saints, Steelers, Giants, etc.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:50 am
Those defense’s were making plays.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:56 am
Is it because they take such a pounding, that their careers, at least peak years are so short?
Or is it bcause of the rules changes, it’s now more of a passing game than ever?
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These two points are the majority, but I also think there is another factor.
The talent drop-off if you will from a mid-grade RB to a first-rounder is nowhere near the drop-off in talent as other positions.
You look at Arian Foster, that guy seems to have it all. Is he really any less talented than D-Mac? If so, somewhat slightly less talented (probably not the same break-away speed).
But Foster was undrafted and D-Mac was #4 overall. Than you compare that to other positions, and there is a MASSIVE drop-off in talent from a late round pick or undrafted guy, to a a #4 overall.
The NFL moves in cycles, and right now the cycle is QB’s and D-lineman as a priority, with athletic O-lineman, DB and WR’s right behind, all geared to affect the passing game.
Fat O-lineman, big physical LB’s, and RB’s are greatly less valued right now, and this upcoming draft will showcase it.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:56 am
DMAC,
Seriously? I would say you need balance. And yes both Greg Williams Saints and Dom Capers defenses had pick sixes in the Super Bowls. Their D did make plays.
But I would credit Aaron Rogers and Drew Brees and their respective offenses for the last two champiopnships. As would most fans and commentators.
The defenses were complimentary. I don’t think anybody looks at the Packers or Saints and sees defensive powerhouses. Offensively…defenitely.
February 15th, 2011 at 9:59 am
May be a good year to take a center in the 2nd round…
February 15th, 2011 at 10:05 am
Buckeye,
How did the G-men beat the cheaters? (D-line)
Steelers? (Harrison pick6)
Etc. etc.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:06 am
You need a defense that won’t bury your team and can get a turnover or so and make a play.
But make no mistake, QB’s are the guys winning championships right now.
Saints gave up 28 points in the NFC championship game but won. Gave up over 430 yards in the Super Bowl and won.
Packers gave up 25 points in this past Super Bowl and won. Packers had a better defense than the Saints, I will give them that.
Year before that was AZ and Steelers. Those two QB’s dominated the playoffs and Super Bowl.
QB QB QB QB QB QB QB QB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:08 am
Teams have won superbowls w/ Brad Johnson, Trent Dilfer.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:08 am
Satele and Carlisle won’t be coming back because they don’t fit our power blocking scheme, C would be a good place to go for our 2nd pick if there’s a good one available
February 15th, 2011 at 10:11 am
yup jfb the donkeys aand raiders in los battles doesn’t get any better does it.. this fairley kid looked good in the bowl games i saw. i dont know how well he will do against pro linemen.. depends whether fox is gonna play 4-3 or not, dont you think? your right about the other division rivals. none of them is going to stand in our way this coming season, i hope we have one..
February 15th, 2011 at 10:12 am
5…..$5million…..Bauce gives the bzies the $5million footloooooooong EVERYDAY!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:13 am
B,
Wassup wit it doggy
February 15th, 2011 at 10:14 am
Gallery,Satele, Carlisle nor Walker deserve to be back in Oakland
February 15th, 2011 at 10:15 am
Dmac happy Feb 15th bruh….officially playa season now!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
I’m looking at a O-line like this…
Veldheer, Gallery, Wiz, Campbell, Gaither
Solid!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
And jerry loves to ban the Bauce….i wanna see how his ban skills are when he crosses my path
February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
RB’s have become devalued because there are so many available. Everybody runs with at least 2 interchangable backs (or at least tries too). I think JFB hit the nail on the head. A ‘2nd tier’ RB isn’t too far off from a top tier guy.
Arian Foster was a 1st round prospect, I dont remember the exact story (whether it was injury or suspension) but he had some issue that let him go undrafted. He is clearly a first round talent though. So he is kind of the wrong example.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
Yeah, and payday for me too.
Holla
February 15th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Fire Rod Woodson
February 15th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Just saw the NFLN interview. Love the “toolbelt” reference. Rod friggin Woodson baby!!! YEEEEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWWWWW! RAIDERS!!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Gallery sucks….he is soft and a waste of space….he is built for the pxssy ass zbs and will go to Tom Cable in Seattle so he can be coddled
February 15th, 2011 at 10:18 am
Bbbbbaaaaauuuuuuucccccce!!!!!!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:21 am
Ok people i got a major complaint……what the hell is it to have all these b-tches on ESPN AND CBS covering men’s sports. Their sports acumen make MR seem legit. Tired of this crap cuz u know they got the job on the casting couch
February 15th, 2011 at 10:22 am
# General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Gallery sucks….he is soft and a waste of space….he is built for the pxssy ass zbs and will go to Tom Cable in Seattle so he can be coddled
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I can definitely see that happening.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:22 am
you are right tebow is going to get better and he will be a force to deal with, rivers is at the top of his game and he is a good one too but i think the raiders exposed cassell as a faker, way overrated!!and he will shake in his cleats every time he faces us, ala brian griese..kc’s running backs are too small to handle the pounding our d is going to put on them.. they are built for finesse. i like our bully plan better
February 15th, 2011 at 10:22 am
The Real Ray in the hooooooouuuuuusssssseeee! You hit me the other day and the Bauce had to come back
February 15th, 2011 at 10:24 am
Rivers at top of game lol……SD is done and Tebow scares no one since we know he is the Rock Hudson of sports
February 15th, 2011 at 10:24 am
Big Bauce…..yeah boy!!!
Whats up with Nannee…isnt that your boy?
February 15th, 2011 at 10:25 am
Expect the Raiders to draft a qb in the mid rounds for sure….but draft has to be dedicated to ol and dl…..that is where the game is won
February 15th, 2011 at 10:26 am
jason campbell is a force to be dealt with,he is takin g the raiders back to the superbowl cause he is the bauce.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:26 am
Lol naw Ray……ajirotutu is my boy….wrong African plus Naanae is garbage
February 15th, 2011 at 10:27 am
DMAC Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:08 am
Teams have won superbowls w/ Brad Johnson, Trent Dilfer.
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Those were flukes. Look at the last 8 SB winners
Rodgers
Brees
Roethlisberger
Eli Manning
Peyton Manning
Roethlisberger
Brady 2x
Brady, Peyton, and Roethlisberger are future HoF’ers without question. Brees and Rodgers are definitely on their way as well. Eli would be the worst QB out of that segment, but I wouldn’t even group him into the Dilfer/Johnson segment. Let’s be honest, Brad Johnson winning that Super Bowl had nothing to do with him, and EVERYTHING to do with the fact that the Callahan’s arrogant a$$ tried to use Grudens playbook against him.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:27 am
(Wrong African)
LMAO
February 15th, 2011 at 10:28 am
Phatcable……pitiful attempt at humor….spare us please
February 15th, 2011 at 10:28 am
Bauce, my bad…it was TuTu, right?
February 15th, 2011 at 10:28 am
Defense man, defense.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:29 am
Exactly. Defense made huge plays in all those superbowls.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:30 am
bauce has lost his sauce
February 15th, 2011 at 10:31 am
Bcz24…it was bigger than gruden….that was a behind the curtain screw job plain and simple…..barret robbins bipolar and you let him go off by himself around mexico? I was born at night but I stayed upp all thru that mfka
February 15th, 2011 at 10:31 am
PHATCABLE…..just stop….or at least be funny…..pick one
February 15th, 2011 at 10:32 am
# phatcable Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:30 am
bauce has lost his sauce
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“Dipped in sauce, I’m a bauce. Tycoooon.”
February 15th, 2011 at 10:32 am
on our o-line i bet this guy wylie moves beast campbell back to tackle, and m henderson to guard, gallery is probably gone, oh well…i like the core and the youth, would really like to see veldheer back at center..
February 15th, 2011 at 10:33 am
I seriously think Veldheer is going to be a beast at LT.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:35 am
Ray its all good….both are charger idiots….i clowned seyi a few weeks ago when he came to the house….he was mad lol….i brought out a broom
February 15th, 2011 at 10:36 am
VELDHEER is LT and Mario i bet will battle with Campbell at RT
February 15th, 2011 at 10:37 am
Why do some of you want to see Veldheer at center? He did a fantastic job at LT, of course there is room for improvement but he is a rookie from a D2 school. That whole debacle at Center was just a terrible decision by Cable.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:37 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:35 am
Ray its all good….both are charger idiots….i clowned seyi a few weeks ago when he came to the house….he was mad lol….i brought out a broom
……………this dont make sense and is garbled are you having a stroke?
February 15th, 2011 at 10:39 am
Yeah I remeber you telling him…lol!
What does he got to say…$h!t?
Where’s the homie @?
February 15th, 2011 at 10:40 am
Let’s get Chad Johnson…he dropped the Ocho bs and will be a great influence on our young WRs….jlh my boy is gone since Ford is a stud…chaz leave now….N miller is trash….only bring back ford murphy and dHB
February 15th, 2011 at 10:42 am
F@gcable….how could u not understand that? Raiders swepted SD hence the broom….I been gone a few months and I guess mental midgets are still in abundance
February 15th, 2011 at 10:43 am
Ray…..he made excuses for both games….typical Charger lol
February 15th, 2011 at 10:44 am
Swept not swepted… but no that post was not hard to understand at all.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:44 am
m henderson= mo collins 2.0 so if we just kept it in house our line could be campbell, loper, veldheer, m henderson and walker/barnes…doesn’t look like gaither is going to be available and mankins is not, so we need one o-lineman from the draft/trade.. but our biggest need is a possession receiver,, plax, to, boldin, v jax, will all do it… and all are available-
February 15th, 2011 at 10:45 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:43 am
Ray…..he made excuses for both games….typical Charger lol
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What were they? The special teams from the first game COULD be a valid excuse, but we straight handled them in their house!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:45 am
SYMOUR OR kelly….raider brass choose onne becuz we cant continue starting two 3 teech guys in the middle
February 15th, 2011 at 10:47 am
BczES forgive me Im from Oakland and love eboncis…..swepted is what ill keep saying lol
February 15th, 2011 at 10:48 am
there is a new bauce in town and he is phat!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:50 am
Bcz24….he made excuses that huff’s sack was an incomplete pass and that two lucky turnovers in SD…….i asked him to explain how we ran the ball both times on them and how we smacked your run game
February 15th, 2011 at 10:52 am
Wassup with the parafin wax and your boy Montayyyyy, lol!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:52 am
Lol f@gcable….you want my crown? you gotta earn it! you gotta reach out to your Raider brothers as I have this past season. You gotta tailgate with r8eray,Dell,707raiders, Drexl and others
February 15th, 2011 at 10:53 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:50 am
Bcz24….he made excuses that huff’s sack was an incomplete pass and that two lucky turnovers in SD…….i asked him to explain how we ran the ball both times on them and how we smacked your run game
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Was he even at the second game? We held the to 11 yards rushing and beat the crap out of Rivers. We must have smashed him so hard he forgot. And I have never seen any evidence to suggest Rivers fumble in the first game was anything other than a fumble. Tell him to man up and recognize the fact that the dischargers got OWNED by the Silver and Black this year.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:53 am
Jheezles!
February 15th, 2011 at 10:54 am
veldheer was ok at lt but he did allow 8 sacks in 8 games, another thing about him is he gets false start penalties so if you move him to center no penalties.. i just think if he is good at tackle he’ll be GREAT at center, big enough to handle the noses in our division and he’ll be a fixture for years.. i think b campbell has all of the tools to be our left tackle.. m nenderson has shown he doesn’t have the footwork to be a tackle but he has the skills to be a heck of a guard..
February 15th, 2011 at 10:55 am
J…..MONTheyyyyyy girl just wants to get to LA fast where all the teammates experience the same kinda waxing
February 15th, 2011 at 10:57 am
R8rwill….mario aint tough enough to be inside in power scheme…He is a tackle and really didnt even play bad last season…He did cool at RT
February 15th, 2011 at 10:57 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:52 am
Lol f@gcable….you want my crown? you gotta earn it! you gotta reach out to your Raider brothers as I have this past season. You gotta tailgate with r8eray,Dell,707raiders, Drexl and others
…………..i hate to break it too you but your tailgate partys suck.
February 15th, 2011 at 10:58 am
Bcz….i replayed the game in SD for him….lol…..they know Raiders are better
February 15th, 2011 at 11:00 am
so if you move him to center no penalties.. i just think if he is good at tackle he’ll be GREAT at center,
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I have to disagree. Centers can still get false starts, and if he snaps the ball early we are in a lot more trouble than him jumping, and how do you come up with a good LT makes a great C? They are 2 totally different positions?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:00 am
Yeah f@gcable becuz u were there lol…..run along lil guy…..im building with my Raider brothers right now
February 15th, 2011 at 11:01 am
Our Center is waiting to be drafted….will it be Wiz E? Dont know but a Center will get drafted in April
February 15th, 2011 at 11:02 am
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Donald Rumsfeld Calls Oakland Raiders ‘Evil’By Erin Sherbert, Tue., Feb. 15 2011 @ 9:01AM Comments (1) Categories: Politics, Sports
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Is this the face of evil?
In a recent interview that just so happened to take place on Super Bowl Sunday, Donald Rumsfeld — who was notoriously regarded as callous during his term as Defense Secretary during George W. Bush’s Iraq War — dropped another “evildoer” reference. But this time he was talking about the Oakland Raiders.
It’s true the Raiders have maintained a wild, outlaw image dating back to the 1970s, with eccentric oddball players, including Jack “The Assassin” Tatum. But let’s not forget Rumsfeld’s own outlaw image with his shock and awe bombing campaign during the Iraq War. Or that he responded to the looting in Baghdad, saying “stuff happens.”
While one could accuse Raiders owner Al Davis of looting Oakland, we’d hope that city’s politicos could come up with better retorts than “stuff happens.”
Or is this the face of evil?
Four years after his resignation as defense secretary, Rumsfeld sat down with the Financial Times to talk about the book he is publishing, Known and Unknown, which details his own version of the controversial Iraq War. At 78, Rumsfeld remains unapologetic about his role in the conflict, saying the war was both justified and successful.
“Is our country and region better off with Saddam Hussein gone?” Rumsfeld asks the Gideon Rachman of the Financial Times, before answering his own question. “You bet.”
Rusmfeld wrapped up the interview talking about football; it was Super Bowl Sunday and he asked Rachman whether he was for the Steelers or the Packers. Rachman responds that he likes the Steelers, “because of the epic games against the Oakland Raiders in the 1970s.”
To which the man who famously shook Saddam’s hand responded: “Nobody could support the Raiders. They’re evil.”
February 15th, 2011 at 11:02 am
But even better March Madness is rapidly approaching!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:04 am
# General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:02 am
But even better March Madness is rapidly approaching!
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Too bad the other non-March season is hella boring.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:04 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:00 am
Yeah f@gcable becuz u were there lol…..run along lil guy…..im building with my Raider brothers right now
………..sorry your not a fan just a troll.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:05 am
As if Rumsfeld can talk about evil lol….hilarious as the skin of Iraqi children hang off their bones along with him being caught in the middle of his lie at a presser a few years ago lmao
February 15th, 2011 at 11:06 am
Troll? Please fail at explaining……damn right Im not a fan
February 15th, 2011 at 11:08 am
Bauce Ba Ba Ba Ba Bauce….Im the biggest Bauce that ya seen thus far
February 15th, 2011 at 11:09 am
Bauce, told mayne…be CAREFUL with them TRIZOLLZ!!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:09 am
# General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
And jerry loves to ban the Bauce….i wanna see how his ban skills are when he crosses my path
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It’s not Jerry.
News group has their separate group of mods that patrol the sites, looking to instill upon the masses that which they deem to be inappropriate, annoying, or that which clashes with their own set of quirks.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:09 am
Dmac u fked with any W’s games this year?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:11 am
I’ve been to a few games.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:12 am
Sup Tony….how ya been bruh?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:12 am
I’m pretty excited over the A’s, though. I actually think they have a shot at the playoffs this year.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:13 am
Ray…….u know trolls dont bother me
February 15th, 2011 at 11:13 am
Woodson will replace Lionel Washington, who is no longer on staff, and concentrate on cornerbacks, while holdover Kevin Ross will work primarily with safeties
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Vince Evans for QB Coach!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:14 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:13 am
Ray…….u know trolls dont bother me
……….cause you are one….
February 15th, 2011 at 11:14 am
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/02/15/tyson-clabo-wont-get-franchise-tag/
Tyson Clabo won’t get franchise tag
Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on February 15, 2011, 1:31 PM EST
While looking at Atlanta’s free agency priorities on Monday, we wondered if the team would consider using the franchise tag on right tackle Tyson Clabo.
The answer came back quickly.
Jason La Canfora of NFL Network reported Tuesday that the Falcons don’t plan to use the franchise tag on any of their prospective free agents. Clabo, guard Harvey Dahl, and guard Justin Blalock could all hit free agency.
It will be tough for the Falcons to afford to keep even two of the players above, but they have drafted a lot of depth on the offensive line over the last few years.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:14 am
dmac…..A’s winning west for sure….great pitching and defense and now got some power in lineup….im damn sure at the A’s games this year
February 15th, 2011 at 11:16 am
Ahem.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:17 am
F@gcable explain how i am a troll……everyone on here knows when I speak there isnt any confusion as to who it is….seems to me u are the troll and a person who I have embarassed time and time again
February 15th, 2011 at 11:17 am
Yeah, especially when we finally get rid of Cust, and replace him Godzilla. Not saying that Matsui is great, but he’s definitely an upgrade over grabage azz Cust. The pitching is going to be great.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:17 am
You coming this way for the All Star game B?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:18 am
General Bauce Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:01 am
Our Center is waiting to be drafted….will it be Wiz E? Dont know but a Center will get drafted in April
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I like Kirkpatrick from TCU….
February 15th, 2011 at 11:19 am
Still dont like chuck bresnahan as dc…..concerned about that
February 15th, 2011 at 11:19 am
Vince Evans for QB Coach!
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What, you aren’t happy about hiring Woodson?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:19 am
Lionel Washington has been coaching since 1999 man.
I sort of feel bad that the guy got canned for somebody with ZERO experience
I loved Rod Woodson as a player & TV personality on the NFL Network, but coaching?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:19 am
Bcz24….me too i like him more than Wiz
February 15th, 2011 at 11:20 am
YoungAmerican Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:14 am
Jason La Canfora of NFL Network reported ……you should stop right there Adam Schefter is the only one that knows whats going on,he can tell you when al had a bowel movement.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:21 am
If the Raiders are going to take a C, Kirkpatrick in the 3rd or Fusco in the 5th make sense.
Moffitt and Wisniewski could also be options, but from what I’ve heard they’d be better fits at OG.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:21 am
San Diego just franchised Vincent Jackson
February 15th, 2011 at 11:22 am
does it really make sense to pitch a 12-year coaching vet for what amounts to a rookie, just because he was a Hall of Fame player and former Raider?
I wonder if Jim Plunkett wants to get into coaching, too?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:22 am
Jheez….all my patnas from socal want me to shoot down as well as my norcal ppl wanna jet down the 5……Im unsure tho….but man it would be easy Lambo Doors session…my outta town qb rating is high
February 15th, 2011 at 11:23 am
San Diego just franchised Vincent Jackson
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have the Raiders tagged Condo yet ???
February 15th, 2011 at 11:23 am
RRS….PLUNKETT just like Atkinson too drunk
February 15th, 2011 at 11:23 am
Having major computer issues so I took a few minutes to scam my wife’s netbook.
I really like the hire of Woodson. He is a respected player and person and it gives the Raiders some respectability in eyes of the media.
It will also be good for the players. Guy has seen it all. His knowledge as a player will give these CBs an edge in the games. He can recognize how teams are attacking coverages during a game and make adjustments.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:26 am
PLUNKETT just like Atkinson too drunk
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so he’s another players coach like Davis & Jackson?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:26 am
Anyhow my Raider brothers….time for Bauce to jet over by the Lake….he gotta lose the beer gut…..JUST WIN…….BAUCE OUTRO
February 15th, 2011 at 11:27 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:19 am
Lionel Washington has been coaching since 1999 man.
I sort of feel bad that the guy got canned for somebody with ZERO experience
I loved Rod Woodson as a player & TV personality on the NFL Network, but coaching?
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So you are pretty much against every move the Raiders have made this offseason?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:28 am
Too drunk means excessive….Hue tosses a few back while Jim and George are tossing em back every hour on the hour…….BAUCE
February 15th, 2011 at 11:28 am
I wonder what Warren the Sapp thinks of this (Woodson) hiring?
Eric Allen should replace Kevin Ross!
Tim Brown or Jerry Rice over Sanjay Lal please …
February 15th, 2011 at 11:30 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:22 am
does it really make sense to pitch a 12-year coaching vet for what amounts to a rookie, just because he was a Hall of Fame player and former Raider?
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Does it really make sense to keep a 12 year secondary coach just because he has 12 years in, when our secondary gave up 29 TDs (bottom 5 in the NFL) and had i think 12 INTs (also bottom 5 in the NFL)
February 15th, 2011 at 11:30 am
I see a lot of jim plunkett in jason campbell ,please archive this as the first to say it.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
# bcz24 Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:21 am
San Diego just franchised Vincent Jackson
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Malcolm Floyd, anyone??????????????
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
# DMAC Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
# bcz24 Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:21 am
San Diego just franchised Vincent Jackson
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Malcolm Floyd, anyone??????????????
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Hell no
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
Tim Brown or Jerry Rice over Sanjay Lal please …
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I seriously just asked TB when we could expect the announcement on Twitter. He said he was surprised by Woodson coming aboard because of his kids, but conceded that woodsons kids may be in college now. Totally skirted the issue of coming aboard as a coach.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:32 am
Rocket Ismael over Sanjay Lal!!!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:32 am
ANy other season ticket holders want to go on strike until they get a deal worked out?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:32 am
The Raiders hire a DC, yet?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:33 am
I sort of feel bad that the guy got canned for somebody with ZERO experience
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No you don’t.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:34 am
So you are pretty much against every move the Raiders have made this offseason?
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I like the fact that we’ve retained Jackson, Skipper & Henry on the offensive staff, but I don’t think Hue was due a promotion
I like the addition of Wiz as asst O-Line coach
I’m glad Fassel Jr. is back
happy Waufle stays put!
I liked Chuck B as linebackers coach, but I guess that job went to Biekert
February 15th, 2011 at 11:34 am
Raiders better tag Mr. Condo, I would hate to see him playing for the Cowboys or Shanahan.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:36 am
Raiders should hire Mike Siani as WRs coach!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:36 am
# RaiderRockstar Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:28 am
I wonder what Warren the Sapp thinks of this (Woodson) hiring?
Eric Allen should replace Kevin Ross!
Tim Brown or Jerry Rice over Sanjay Lal please …
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I follow Sapp on twitter and he has been silent so far on hiring of Woodson.
Don’t know if said anything on NFLN though.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:36 am
Seems to me Tim made the offer to come in and try to help coach the WR’s within the last year or so.
I believe he was politely told thanks, but no thanks. Not sure why. I don’t believe he is completely on the outs with the organization. Although, he might never be what Stabler called “one of Al’s guys”.
I could be wrong.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:37 am
Outrageous to think that BOTH Kelly and Seymour won’t be back starting at DT for us next year.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:38 am
tom cable 8-8 this year 10-6 and playoffs next year superbowl ,hue jackson start over 2-14 first year 5-11 second year,8-8 thrd year 10-6 fourth year ,we gots too wait four years now for playoff team!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:40 am
I follow Sapp on twitter and he has been silent so far on hiring of Woodson.
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He was silent when I asked him how he could spout so much garbage about the Raiders, but how he never had a problem cashing their checks. It was retweeted a bunch of times too.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:40 am
yes sign Malcum Floyd as a WR, would be a solid WR; has 6 years experience, averages over 17 yards a catch.
leave the Chargers with one disgruntled WR, that just got tagged.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:41 am
I take it Moss & Perry said no.
Maybe it was Davis’ Eczema?
Maybe it was the fact that all the staff was in place?
Maybe it was the untouchable outdated defense?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:41 am
phatcable Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:38 am
tom cable 8-8 this year 10-6 and playoffs next year superbowl ,hue jackson start over 2-14 first year 5-11 second year,8-8 thrd year 10-6 fourth year ,we gots too wait four years now for playoff team
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are you serious? If you love Cable so much go root for the Seahawks.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:43 am
KoolKell Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:41 am
I take it Moss & Perry said no.
Maybe it was Davis’ Eczema?
Maybe it was the fact that all the staff was in place?
Maybe it was the untouchable outdated defense?
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There isn’t any evidence they were even considered for interviews. They were just names floated as possibilities. You probably dont like the Woodson hire either.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:43 am
Seriously, one of these dudes needs to be signed….
Sidney Rice (MIN)
Santonio Holmes (NYJ)
Braylon Edwards (NYJ)
Malcom Floyd (SD)
Steve Smith (NYG)
Terrell Owens (CIN)
Randy Moss (TEN)
Mike Williams (SEA)
James Jones (GB)
Steve Breaston (ARI)
Early Doucet (ARZ)
Brian Finneran (ATL)
Donte’ Stallworth (BAL)
TJ Houshmandzadeh (BAL)
Rashied Davis (CHI)
Devin Aromashadu (CHI)
Chansi Stuckey (CLE)
Sam Hurd (DAL)
Jacoby Jones (HOU)
Mike Sims-Walker (JAC)
Kevin Curtis (MIA)
Hank Baskett (MIN)
Greg Lewis (MIN)
Lance Moore (NO)
Courtney Roby (NO)
Derek Hagan (NYG)
Darius Reynaud (NYG)
Brad Smith (NYJ)
Johnnie Lee Higgins (OAK)
Legedu Naanee (SD)
Ben Obomanu (SEA)
Laurent Robinson (STL)
Danny Amendola (STL)
Mark Clayton (STL)
Maurice Stovall (TB)
Santana Moss (WAS)
I like Santonio Holmes.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:46 am
New Scenario for Raiders’ O-Line;
LT G C G RT
Campbell Wisniewski Vehldeer Cannon Barnes
backups: Satele, Loper, Gilbert
yes we draft 3 OL this year.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:47 am
Moore as a possesion WR would be a great pick up
February 15th, 2011 at 11:47 am
The Chiefs reportedly hosted free agent DL Shaun Rogers on Tuesday.
Rogers also met with the Redskins last Friday. Reports have suggested that at least 10-12 teams have contacted Rogers, so it could be another couple of weeks before he signs. Rogers would likely play the nose in the Chiefs’ 3-4 scheme if he chooses Kansas City.
Related: Chiefs, Redskins
Source: Pro Football Talk on Twitter
February 15th, 2011 at 11:48 am
Michael Vick assured that he is “happy to be an Eagle” after the team used the franchise tag on him Tuesday.
Vick would prefer a long-term deal, but he’s not in position to make waves after the Eagles were the only team to take a chance on him coming out of prison. By rule, the Eagles could not sign Vick to a multi-year deal before the new league year because he earned at least 30 percent more in 2010 than he did the previous season. The Comeback Player of the Year will still see a salary hike of more than $10 million in 2011.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
February 15th, 2011 at 11:51 am
There isn’t any evidence they were even considered for interviews. They were just names floated as possibilities.
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Exactly.
But of course, according to some, no one wants to work for the Raiders, lol!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:52 am
But of course, according to some, no one wants to work for the Raiders, lol!
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Except Rod Woodson, why they don’t want…
February 15th, 2011 at 11:52 am
DMAC,
Some teams are signing players regardless of this CBA business. Teams CAN sign players now contrary to popular belief.
We need to sign some of our guys now!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:53 am
Yes sir.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:53 am
You do realize Mr. Woodson is still in shape, should Mr. Branch miss a tackle, or blow a cover assignment, should Mr. Routt get burned; Rod just might demand a uniform and show’em how it’s done!
February 15th, 2011 at 11:54 am
So it’s a rookie we draft or Veldheer at C this year, eh?
February 15th, 2011 at 11:55 am
I think there is a window currently where teams can sign their own players and unconditional free agents, but that’s it.
February 15th, 2011 at 11:56 am
The Comeback Player of the Year will still see a salary hike of more than $10 million in 2011
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does Mike Vick have enough coin to pay back his debtors yet?
didn’t he file for bankruptcy ???
February 15th, 2011 at 11:56 am
Santana Moss or Malcolm Floyd would be good veteran additions.
Santonio Holmes will cost a lot of money and Braylon Edwards drops a lot of balls. VJ will take a huge trade package, and Sidney Rice will too most likely.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:00 pm
here is the event calender on NFL.com
2011
Jan. 2 — Regular season ends.
Jan. 8-9 — Wild Card Weekend.
Jan. 15-16 — Divisional Playoffs.
Jan. 23 — Conference Championships.
Jan. 30 — Pro Bowl, Honolulu, Hawaii
Feb. 6 — Super Bowl XLV, North Texas
Feb. 23-March 1 — NFL Scouting Combine, Indianapolis, Ind.
April 28-30 — NFL Draft, New York City.
Aug. 6 — Pro Football Hall of Fame, Class of 2011 Enshrinement, Canton, Ohio.
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nothing about Free Agency!
it started March 5th last year
February 15th, 2011 at 12:01 pm
back to the grind.
CYA gents
February 15th, 2011 at 12:18 pm
J Hill Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:52 am
DMAC,
Some teams are signing players regardless of this CBA business. Teams CAN sign players now contrary to popular belief.
We need to sign some of our guys now!
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This is not true. Teams ARE able to use the franchise tag but no multi-year contracts can be extended. The only players that can be signed are those not currently on any roster. Free agency was to begin on 3/3/11, but with no CBA in place this will not happen.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:21 pm
Later peoples!
Go A’s!
Go DUBS!
Go Cal Bears!
Go Raiders!
February 15th, 2011 at 12:21 pm
2) OG/OT Benjamin Ijalana (Villanova), DT/NT Phil Taylor (Baylor), CB Jimmy Smith (Colorado), CB Curtis Brown (Texas), or OG/C Stefan Wisniewski (Penn State)
3) C Jake Kirkpatrick (TCU), OLB Casey Matthews (Oregon), OLB Greg Jones (Michigan State), or OT Marcus Gilbert (Florida)
4) DT/NT Ian Williams (Notre Dame) or OG/OT Will Rackley (Lehigh)
5) CB Davon House (New Mexico State), C/OG Brandon Fusco (Slippery Rock), or OG/OT Darrius Morris (Temple)
6) DE/DT Cedrick Thornton (Southern Arkansas)
7) WR Ricardo Lockette (Ford Valley State) or RB Robert Hughes (Notre Dame)
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Then attempt to bring Miller, Asomugha, Seymour, Wimbley, Huff, Routt, Bush, Reece, Condo and Cartwright all back into the fold.
If Huff walks, sign Jarrad Page to compete with Stevie Brown.
If Bush walks, sign Le’Ron McClain or bring in a rookie.
If Asomugha walks, sign(/trade for?) Jonathan Joseph and/or find a CB via the draft.
If Routt walks, sign Richard Marshall, Eric Wright, or find a CB via the draft.
Sign Santana Moss to give the receiving corps a much-needed veteran presence.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Anything new? We have a DC yet or is Chucky B the man?
February 15th, 2011 at 12:26 pm
I hope Woodson can coach. Being a great player does not usually translate into coaching skills.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:28 pm
“Nobody could support the Raiders. They’re evil.”
Donald Rumsfeld
February 15th, 2011 at 12:29 pm
The only players that can be signed are those not currently on any roster.
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I’ve seen more than one report of a team signing their players to contracts. The CB from GB comes to mind.
According to a source with access to NFL Players Association contract information, Williams signed a four-year extension that is worth $33 million. The source said the deal was dated Nov. 26, which was last Friday, and averages $8.25 million per season, a figure that is topped by 11 other cornerbacks in the league.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:29 pm
I thought the Raiders were waiting for one of the Super Bowl coaches to be their new DC?
What, that was a media conspiracy?
February 15th, 2011 at 12:30 pm
Borrowing from DMAC’s signoff:
Screw baseball!!!
Go Gunners!!!
Go Mem Tigers!!!
Go Raiders!!!
Later all.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:32 pm
bcz24 and bauce sorry for the delay, i don’t think center and tackle are interchangeable, i think weldheer is so intelligent and motivated he can do it with ease, his penalties come from him worrying about speed rushers getting around him, at center he doesn’t have that problem…i am not saying he wasn’t good at lt because he was. he lead several student body left sweeps and downfield he is devastating. none of that changes if he plays center.. the only center in this draft big enough to handle the noses in our division is pouncey and he’ll be long gone by the time we pick..veldheer can play center from day one and be there ten or fifteen years from now..
February 15th, 2011 at 12:33 pm
Dakota Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Anything new?
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Nope.
Gasoft still shooting jumpers and escorting other guards to the rim.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:36 pm
J Hill Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:29 pm
The only players that can be signed are those not currently on any roster.
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I’ve seen more than one report of a team signing their players to contracts. The CB from GB comes to mind.
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Any player that has been released and has four or more years in the NFL can sign with any team until the CBA expires. Three years or less and they have to pass through waivers. Teams can also re-sign their own players until the CBA expires.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:37 pm
Veldheer – Ijalana – Kirkpatrick – Campbell – Henderson
I have Campbell and Henderson on the right side because that’s what Al wants to see.
Either way, that lineup is not half bad…
February 15th, 2011 at 12:37 pm
569.J Hill Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:33 pm
Dakota Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Anything new?
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Nope.
Gasoft still shooting jumpers and escorting other guards to the rim.
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I hope last night’s game spurs a trade.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:42 pm
Dick LeBeau to stay in Pittsburgh, sign new deal for 2011
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/02/15/dick-lebeau-to-stay-in-pittsburgh-sign-new-deal-for-2011/
February 15th, 2011 at 12:46 pm
Jhill,
With the Lakers signing a 20 year, $3 billion dollar deal with Time Warner Cable, I think they can afford to now pay the luxuary tax.
Trade for Tayshaun Prince or Rip Hamilton.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:47 pm
So Dakota …
Are you really telling me that you like Gasoft at C?
Keep Gasoft because Bynum might be injured and Odom can’t play C?
I bet he can as well, if not better than Gasoft.
Ratliff, Joe Smith, Caracter, and Odom can give up lob dunks just as well as Gasoft can.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:50 pm
No, I like Gasol at PF with Bynum at C.
I really want a PG that can stay in front of people and a SF who can contribute.
February 15th, 2011 at 12:51 pm
With the Lakers signing a 20 year, $3 billion dollar deal with Time Warner Cable, I think they can afford to now pay the luxuary tax.
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I missed that one.
Link?
In that case, I’d be all for keeping Gasoft and his 20 million dollar contract, lol.
Blake
Kobe
Carmelo
Odom
Gasoft
Artest = 6th man
Fisher
Caracter
Ebanks
Barnes
Bring back Sasha!
February 15th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
Jhill,
Gasol isn’t going anywhere…..as Al would say; “get over it!”
February 15th, 2011 at 12:53 pm
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_dont_lie/post/The-Lakers-sign-a-reported-3-billion-deal-to-ha?urn=nba-321818
February 15th, 2011 at 12:59 pm
Keeping Bynum and Gasol together is key to beating teams like the Celtics, Orlando and San Antonio.
We lose a major advantage in size if we go with Bynum or Gasol at C and Odom at PF.
If you could guarantee me we would be facing the Bulls in the finals, then yeah, trade one of them for Melo!
February 15th, 2011 at 12:59 pm
I’d trade Kobe for Melo and Billups tomorrow.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:02 pm
Shaq and Jermaine O’Neal will be out of the league next year.
So will Yao.
San Antonio??? You really giving Blair that much credit?
There are NO “power” teams out there that would keep me from trading one of our “bigs” for Carmelo.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:04 pm
Dakota Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
Jhill,
Gasol isn’t going anywhere…
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How about either of you two Laker fa66ots?
February 15th, 2011 at 1:09 pm
525.BoJacks Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
# DMAC Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:31 am
# bcz24 Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:21 am
San Diego just franchised Vincent Jackson
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Malcolm Floyd, anyone??????????????
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Hell no
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No???
Malcom Floyd is way better than ANYTHING we have right now.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:12 pm
Dakota,
Sorry to interupt the NBA chat, but your concern in post 563 is a valid one. Sometimes the all time greats don’t make very good coaches. See Magic Johnson in NBA…there’s a basketball reference for you.
I’ve heard that truly great players, even though they had to work hard at their craft …have such natural talent and skill that it’s hard to relate to and/or teach that to average players.
I’m not too worried about Woodson, though. The guy seems like a natural teacher. Nnamdi credits his success to working with Rod. Learning how to study and watch film.
If you’ve ever seen the footage of him at Niner or even Bengal mini-camps you can really tell that the players are buying what he’s selling. The guy has credibility and their respect, obviously.
The guy seems like a natural communicator and teacher.
I think he has the makings of a very good coach. he says he’s prepared to do the work and put in the hours. The last step was running past the Mrs.
I think it’s an excellent hire and he should really do well.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:16 pm
* running “it” past the Mrs. Gotta get the lil misses approval first. The commitment. The long hours and such. lol.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:17 pm
538.bcz24 Says:
February 15th, 2011 at 11:40 am
I follow Sapp on twitter and he has been silent so far on hiring of Woodson.
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He was silent when I asked him how he could spout so much garbage about the Raiders, but how he never had a problem cashing their checks. It was retweeted a bunch of times too.
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Tell Sapp he’s a stumbling, bumbling turd. Big fat piece of fat arse.
He’ll never own up to the FACT that the reason he knocks the Raiders is becuz he sucked here. He tries to use the “Al Davis screws everything up” excuse as to why he sucked. He’s a coward who won’t man up and take responsibility for his suckage. “Oh, you know how Al Davis is…hahahahahahahahahuhuhu” Nobody could succeed in Oakland. Don’t pay attention to how I played there, it was Al’s fault”.
Woodson has more class in his finger than Sapp does in is whole fat, bloated body.
February 15th, 2011 at 1:20 pm
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76.priesttj Says:
February 14th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
There is a guy named KoolKell on here he keeps telling us that no coach with options will ever come here. Now we just hired a coach who has been objective in his criticism of the the organization and yet he comes HERE and coaches the team. Now tell me why would he do that?
He knows how Al Davis operates and how he treats coaches and players and what he supposedly does to DC’s and how he wont let a coach coach. So why would he come here?
Is it because he knows its a bunch of mullarkey or is he naive? Which is it? All you Al Davis specialist please tell me why a claay guy like Rod Woodson would coach for the meglo-maniac named Al Davis knowing his history.
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That’s an easy one. Because you survive two years in Alameda and it’s a feather in your cap when you interview for a HC position elsewhere. I can just hear the GMs inteviewing candidates: “Heh, heh, well you survived there you can survive anything.” For most of these guys, it’s a raw cost/benefit analysis: will the time spend in Al’s purgatory pay off for me?
Trust me, Winston Moss is asking himself this question as we speak.
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