Raiders players, coaches send out special thanks to fans
By Steve Corkran
Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at 12:28 am in Oakland Raiders.
Just received this link from the Raiders and wanted to make sure you got a chance to check it out in advance of its widespread release. Make sure you don’t “skip the intro.”
http://www.raiders.com/interstitial/splash-video3.html
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July 30th, 2011 at 12:29 am
Go Raiders-every last one of them!
July 30th, 2011 at 12:46 am
The players don’t have to apologize to me about anything. The owners? Well, at this point, it wouldn’t do any good if they did.
July 30th, 2011 at 12:47 am
lost Asomugha, but I understand the money was a lot to pay, wish Al would have been able to spring for it. Now, for sure, we need to sign Zack Miller. If we don’t, it’s going to feel like a knife in the back.
JUST DO IT, AL, BABY!
July 30th, 2011 at 12:50 am
Lets cut the crap and get to football. In the time they took to produce this nonsense, I’d rather they had dropped and reeled off 100 push-ups. They can thank me by blasting the insufferable Chiefs, replete with a good dose of finger twisting, eye gouging, cleat digging nastiness beneath the pileups.
July 30th, 2011 at 12:51 am
Heywood-Bey better show up this year. He’s getting paid but he’s not contributing. Forget the decoy garbage they feed us. We don’t need a decoy, we need someone making plays that match the bucks they’re earning.
July 30th, 2011 at 12:56 am
Same goes for Chaz Schilens. I like the dude, has some great talent catching the ball, even in traffic and he’s not afraid to take the hit. But, dude, you need to stay healthy. We need you on the field, big time, especially with DHB not producing.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:08 am
Nice take Silver, especially if directed toward the Chargers, as they’re number one on my hate list. Then the “tuck-rule,” followed by Tom Brady and their cheating head coach, Bili-cheater, who likes to steal signals with hidden cameras.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:09 am
Push come to shove, I’d sign Bush over Miller.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:10 am
Good nite Raiders fans, it appears everyone is off in la la land, dreaming of our first game.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:11 am
Listening to the guys today, and watching the final game against the Chargers tonite, Malcolm Floyd sounds very good.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:12 am
Al Davis is allways a step ahead of the NFL, as is Amy Trask!
July 30th, 2011 at 1:12 am
Vince Young & Nnamdi to the Eagles tonite.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:13 am
Evenin KK
July 30th, 2011 at 1:15 am
Love Bush, he brings a totally different package to the game when he’s in and that compliments the MAC. But we need a strong tight end presence in the game to have a deadly offense and Zack Miller brings it. The kid has got it and has proved it…just sign them both.
July 30th, 2011 at 1:22 am
Floyd lives here in Sac, as does his big bro. MF would love to play for the Raiders, but his agent is holding out for the most guaranteed money. I’m not sure hom much guaranteed cash he is worth. He is very good, and would help us mundo in a few areas, but I don’t know if Al and Hue feel the same.
Food fir thought, older Floyd says he would have taken lees money to play for the Raiders, and it was close a couple of times, nut never worked out. Older Malcom is about 6′ and 200#’s says he ran a 4.40 coming out of college.
July 30th, 2011 at 3:55 am
369.DaTruth91 Says:
July 29th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
And those who argue, he doesnt have the stats or make the game changing plays…you are indirectly the reason why he left, He is now going to a team that blitz and run exotic def schemes and have a descent CB beside him…..Nnamdi will now prove you all wrong, and i hope he does, because he wasent used here correctly
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DaTruth speaks the truth.
July 30th, 2011 at 3:57 am
When Cable wasn’t resigned, a pizzed Lechler said that probably some players would leave because of it and when asked who,he named Gallery, Asomugh, Zach Miller, and Bush.
Since Bush has a first and third tender Lechler might be right on three out of the four.
I’m still hoping Miller stays.
July 30th, 2011 at 3:59 am
I don’t believe we lost Nnamdi and then paid Routt basically the same amount of money. $20 mil guaranteed for 3 years compared to 25 mil. 11.5 mil a year compared to 12 mil.
Yet, I think Nnamdi is CLEARLY the better player. Just look at our first pratice where Routt already got burned 2X for touchdowns out of the three big plays that were mentioned.
July 30th, 2011 at 3:59 am
Just wish all this crap would get resolved fast.
July 30th, 2011 at 4:27 am
I don’t recognize half of those guys who ar they Undrafted FAs?
July 30th, 2011 at 5:13 am
It’s nice to see that camp has started and the Raiders still haven’t made any FA moves.
Last one to the dinner table don’t eat.
July 30th, 2011 at 5:21 am
To be clear, Gaither wouldn’t be here if they didn’t agree to terms
July 30th, 2011 at 5:25 am
but he has to pass the med check …you almost have to belive that is a foregone conclusion but can’t count your chickens until the eggs hatch.
Gaither would be a huge pickup for this offense.
July 30th, 2011 at 5:27 am
Adding Gaither in my mind translates to an improved passing attack. The running game should still be there and maybe improved w/ an even more improved DMC; but the passing game just gained some valueble seconds. Running those deep routes as we will, that is huge!
July 30th, 2011 at 5:28 am
Jerry’s tweets are ten times more informative than Corkram’s posts.
July 30th, 2011 at 5:28 am
Anyone knows the training camp schedule?
July 30th, 2011 at 5:29 am
When Cable wasn’t resigned, a pizzed Lechler said that probably some players would leave because of it and when asked who,he named Gallery, Asomugh, Zach Miller, and Bush.
Since Bush has a first and third tender Lechler might be right on three out of the four.
I’m still hoping Miller stays.
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Lechler just said that because they were all going to be free agents. He was just venting. It doesn’t mean anything.
July 30th, 2011 at 5:35 am
Gaither being there without signing anything is like having a wallet with no money in it,,, it doesn’t make sense. Don’t get me wrong,, I’ll be glad if and when he signs but everyday that passes without a done deal is a day wasted. The real issue is what’s the holdup with Miller and Bush? Or are they waiting for the Eagles to sign them too?
July 30th, 2011 at 5:55 am
Hitting today
July 30th, 2011 at 5:56 am
You’re right. Jerry is good. His tweets are good and his articles are good. He can be a prick at times vis-a-vis the Raiders but he writes in an informative and interesting angle.
Put the Gaither deal in perspective …Gaither has been out for a long time. I’m not so sure he starts day 1 at LT. He may need to work himself back into the lineup. Maybe by mid-season they put him in at LT and switch Veldheer to RT.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:08 am
Gaither missed six games the end of 09 missed whole of year 10,needs to be checked over properly thats all
July 30th, 2011 at 6:14 am
5 games in 09 from what ive read
July 30th, 2011 at 6:20 am
Ha! You just see the #1 draft pick signed for 22 million? Don’t I wish that rookie cap was in place before we wasted so much money on JaMarcus and DHB!
July 30th, 2011 at 6:26 am
I’m really worried about Routt. I think he’s greatly overrated and overpaid. I think CJ is the better DB out of the two and Nnamdi was a huge leap above either of them.
I don’t get why we so overpaid for Routt if we could’ve kept Nnamdi for basically the same money (what 1 million a year more?)
July 30th, 2011 at 6:27 am
It seems that Asante Samuel is on the trading block now.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:28 am
Raiderzmaverick, I think Routt got that money because Al either new Nnamdi wasn’t coming back or that he couldn’t afford to keep him.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:30 am
“he allowed only 52 completions and one touchdown the past three seasons.” (Nnamdi)
July 30th, 2011 at 6:31 am
Raiders should trade Lechler, DHB, and a draft pick for Asante Samuel.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:34 am
“Stanford Routt and Chris Johnson stood out for different reasons. Johnson looked solid in his new/old starting role. Routt was getting burnt both days and Murphy was the culprit often times. Today Routt was called for pass interference on Murphy.”
July 30th, 2011 at 6:35 am
I don’t think A. Samuel is a good fit. Don’t have much to back that with though.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:45 am
That was actually kind of cool, the whole thank you thing.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:47 am
Asante Samuel is not a man-to-man DB. Not a good fit at all.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:47 am
Nnamdi got tired of the circus in Oakland and left. HueJax is taking us outta the circus atmosphere but we’re not out of the tents yet,, and while the ESPN clowns assumed he was going to the Jets,, they’re nothing but the Eastcoast Raiders who happens to be winning games right now. We can hate on Nnamdi all we want but Nnamdi is a smart man, and he wasn’t gona leave one circus to go to another one. Yeah he wouldve made a lil more in NY but he went to a contending team and still got paid,, minus the extra bull sh,t in the side. The Patriots continue to make those power moves, but it now appears that they have company with the Eagles, we should take notes.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:52 am
From the sounds of Jerry’s tweets, Murphy is looking good catching the ball, and he is about the only one.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:55 am
Nnamdi must’ve said to Al politely that he was going to look to put his services elsewhere. Otherwise he was asking for 18mil a year or something. Either way I think we should’ve waited to bear out the market value of both him and Routt and I think we could’ve signed him, or at least gotten Routt at a hallova lot less $$$.
July 30th, 2011 at 6:56 am
Plaxico would look real good in a Raiders uni. He can have Glass Schilens spot.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:00 am
We drafted 4 or 5 CBs in the past 2 drafts. I think most of them or all of them were high on “potential” (meaning fast) but also required quite a bit of developmental work. That’s not good on the shortened time we have to get them ready.
Do you remember last year putting in our rookie DB for a short bit and how bad they got burned?
July 30th, 2011 at 7:04 am
Nnam made the decision because he wanted to win a SB and his window is closing. Simple.
The Raiders have more holes to fill vs the Eagles but are on the rise. If last year was any indication, the Raiders will own this division for years going forward. Which means the Raiders are playoff bound. So at the end of the day both teams will be in the playoffs with a chance at the SB but you would give the Eagles an edge in probability of winning RIGHT NOW.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:09 am
Do you remember last year putting in our rookie DB for a short bit and how bad they got burned?
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I think Ware held up a little better than McFadden, but they both struggled to cover anybody.
Rookie-pains hopefully.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:09 am
I will be much more disappointed if the Raiders lose Zach Miller. Nnamdi was inevitable.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:18 am
I hope Al will stop that stupid defensive philosophy of keeping the best CB on the team on one side of the field every play.
What good is an “elite” cornerback if he doesn’t line up against the opponents #1 receiver?
So I guess Chris Johnson or one of the rookies will be getting “thrown at” all the time.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:19 am
Losing Miller will FORCE the receivers to step their game up.
The backup TEs on the roster are not going to be significant contributors
July 30th, 2011 at 7:24 am
Stanford Routte has a pretty slick website:
http://sroutt26.com
July 30th, 2011 at 7:28 am
I think the Kameron Wimbley negotiations is what’s holding up other signings from happening with the cap space,, but these GMs are like vultures flying over those FAs waiting to snag one up. I think if we get Wimbley sign then they’ll start working on Miller and Bush,,,I’m just afraid that they’ll be gone by then.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:32 am
The Raiders can win with the roster as is…including losing Miller…if..and only if…those receivers start playing like NFL caliber starters
July 30th, 2011 at 7:35 am
DHB and Bruce Campbell better get “healthy” Those are two players that can’t afford to be missing reps.
I hope its not a one or 2 week thing here because their “potential” will get them reps on Sunday
July 30th, 2011 at 7:41 am
Bush isn’t going anywhere. He is a restricted free agent.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:47 am
snb is right. our wrs have to step up. if they do we will win. there are several teams that arent that active in FA yet. this is the beginning not the end of it. more players will be released over the next week making the market more interesting. i would take waters over carlisle at rg. a lot of teams being more responsible than normal.its hard but we have to be patient and we also need to let our young guys play.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:49 am
Kelly Gregg to the Chiefs.
That’s not good news. He has been the NT in Baltimore for almost 10 years running, and is damn good.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:53 am
Receivers need to step up and the “new” secondary needs to step up.
Those two units cannot be weaknesses this year…although they will struggle at times.
July 30th, 2011 at 7:59 am
Ngata has been the Ravens starting NT for years
July 30th, 2011 at 8:01 am
Marios Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 4:27 am
I don’t recognize half of those guys who ar they Undrafted FAs?
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I thought the same thing. They are carrying up to 90 guys right now, so not surprising that we wouldn’t know a lot of those faces.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:04 am
The Bleacher Report still talking about teams dropping out of the Nnamdi sweepsteaks. Did they not get the news over there?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:07 am
Bleacher Report sucks. We put that matter to rest yesterday. lol
July 30th, 2011 at 8:08 am
i think we may have something in sterling moore from smu. watch out for him pelc and the lb francis as udfa’s. our lb’s need to step up more than anyoneon defense. we cant afford 2 tackles from groves and wimbley being invisible for weeks.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:08 am
Nnamdis mom lives in the Boston area where she works her charity out of. Philly is real close and I bet that played a big part.
I think the acting thing was just to see if the Jets or someone would give him an offer to big to refuse.
The biggest deal is all the endorsements and plublicity he will get in Philly with Vick compared to Oakland with Al. That will help his acting carrer more then anything.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:09 am
Cards get Richard Marshall.
If the Raiders are looking for CB help, they need to grab Cromartie soon.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:10 am
At this point, considering the uncertainty with Miller, I’d rather the Raiders get a receiver and another vet offensive lineman than CB help.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:11 am
Ngata has been the Ravens starting NT for years
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Wrong.
Gregg has started over 110 games AT NT, for the Ravens.
http://www.nfl.com/player/kellygregg/2500916/profile
July 30th, 2011 at 8:15 am
The Ravens start Ngata at DE, Gregg at NT, and of course slide in Ngata in the middle at times.
But Gregg has manned the 3-4 NT spot for the Ravens since 2002, hence his 100+ GAMES STARTED on his resume.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:18 am
Where is that flim flam man Clarence at? I’m sure we will never here from him again.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:18 am
Just FIRE Baby just burned somebodey!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:21 am
AB3, if Miller signs…he’ll be 2 out of 3, that ain’t bad!
But I know exactly what your talking about..cockee little effer!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:22 am
I know its not the norm to be signing players during the weekend…but I sure hope the Raiders are doing something today!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:23 am
priesttj Says:
July 29th, 2011 at 11:23 pm
Bush is not a FB man, McClain is……you guys just don’t understand what kind of player Bush is. Bush is a very rare back, very very rare. If DMC were not here he would be a perrenial all-pro. He beat out DMC in preseason last year and got hurt or he rushes for over a grand and maybe leads the league in TD’s.
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Lets hope our very rare and very special owner knows how to keep this potential very rare 1000+ yard rusher and league leader in TDs’. Sounds like our unique owner would be nuts and then some not to retain him.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:24 am
68.YoungAmerican Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:10 am
At this point, considering the uncertainty with Miller, I’d rather the Raiders get a receiver and another vet offensive lineman than CB help.
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i dont think we will go after another cb right now. we have to get more linemen. the only wr i would want right now is floyd. if miller falls thru then maybe kevin boss is an option. id like to see us get a good wlb.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:24 am
Why anyone believes anyone on this blog who claims to have “inside information” is beyond me.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:27 am
Anyone see the Smurfs movie yet?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:28 am
I would like to see Floyd signed and DHB cut immediately.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:28 am
What up Ray??
Is it 105 degrees yet?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:29 am
YA, someone I know..knows somebody who lives in Alameda that knows somebody that works at Raiders headquarters….lol!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:30 am
My sister lives in Oakland. Does that count as having inside information?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:32 am
i dont think we will go after another cb right now. we have to get more linemen. the only wr i would want right now is floyd. if miller falls thru then maybe kevin boss is an option. id like to see us get a good wlb.
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Raiders like their options at WLB, although Lawson would make them instantly better on that side.
I think the only CB they’d be in the market for is Cro, because of his size and speed and man coverage skills. If they don’t get him, I don’t think they’ll be too concerned.
Still want to see Jarrad Page as competition at FS, but I also feel like the Raiders are happy with Branch and Brown. But they’ve also allegedly been sniffing around Dashon Goldson, so who knows?
I’d like to see OG Evan Mathis or OG Reggie Wells brought in, and OT Langston Walker re-signed.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:33 am
I know this guy who cleans toilets at the Raider Image. He tells me that he overheard Herrera talking on his cell phone while taking a dump. Anyways, he said that that Floyd to the Raiders is a done deal. They are just restructuring some contracts before it can be announced. Expect an announcement shortly.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:34 am
JFB, monsoon season right now…muggy as h3ll out there!
Trust me..never thought I was coming back to this ish hole..but it is what it is!
Too many people I know..and its all about who you know out here, you know?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:35 am
I was a huge fan of Aso, but i can remember reading an article about Aso and Big Rich Seymour attending a Giants playoff game in frisco.
That article stated that they were talking about long term goals and getting the franchise back to the bowl. At the time it impressed and excited me.
Now i see that it was just talk on Aso’s part. Another dude looking for the payday! Nevermind that he’s been catered too, that he’s been developed, that he has been a huge part of getting the team turned around…look at his new contract, he was overpaid last season! took the money and ran!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:35 am
Anyone see the Smurfs movie yet?
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Took the 6 year old and 18 month old yesterday.
Even rolled over to build-a-bear and let them get smurfette dolls, lol.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:35 am
Some people do have inside info YA, there are contacts who just leak it out. I just heard last nite Bush may or may not be back. What I’d like to know on this tho, is where is Al in all of this. Isn’t he the owner? If the Raiders ‘really’ wanted Bush, they’d of locked him in be now…..
Another thing my inside source said, look for Al to do a blockbuster league rattling over the top signing real soon. It’ll make the Aso/Philly deal look like dime store change.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:36 am
Nnmandi had 8 interceptions in 2006, and 4 interceptions over the the past four seasons. I’m sorry but the guy doesnt make enough plays to be considered an elite cornerback. The dude was all hype, good dude, but all hype. Let’s not forget even last year he got burned by Fitzgerald in Arizona for the deciding touchdown; he gave up over 200yds receiving to Nanee on the Chargers & he can’t tackle. I’ll take my chances with the new guys, who actually want to be here. GO RAIDERS !!!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:37 am
Sorry for the rant…just sayin, if you ain’t with us, you’re against us!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:38 am
Soul Patrol, was that before or after Al dumped Cable.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:38 am
Looks like Richard Seymour is the new face of the franchise…i’m cool with that!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:39 am
Teflon30, you are wrong. Nnamdi’s interceptions went down because QBs stopped throwing towards him. He can tackle. And when the Raiders gave up big yards, it usually wasn’t his fault.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:40 am
Mysterious Crotch Itch Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:35 am
Some people do have inside info YA, there are contacts who just leak it out. I just heard last nite Bush may or may not be back. What I’d like to know on this tho, is where is Al in all of this. Isn’t he the owner? If the Raiders ‘really’ wanted Bush, they’d of locked him in be now…..
Another thing my inside source said, look for Al to do a blockbuster league rattling over the top signing real soon. It’ll make the Aso/Philly deal look like dime store change.
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I’m sure some people do have inside information. But why would I believe some anonymous dude wasting his time on the IBABuzz comment section?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:41 am
The fact is, the Raiders couldn’t afford to keep Nnamdi because they over payed other players. Someone put a very stupid clause in his contract. And, he was sick of losing. Can’t blame him for leaving.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:41 am
Jerrymcd Jerry McDonald
Wimbley seems optimistic about contract extension Will give Raiders cap relief, but make no mistake . . . no Nnamdi was conscious decision
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Raiders didn’t want Nnamdi. Al Davis told you as much in the year end presser. Told you again when he drafted all these corners the past 2 years.
Dueces Nnamdi!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:41 am
MCI, yeah i was thinking the same thing. i think that had alot to do with it. Aso has seen way too many coaches come and go.
But you gotta admit, this last coaching change seems to be an upgrade.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:42 am
A.B. Paine III Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:33 am
I know this guy who cleans toilets at the Raider Image. He tells me that he overheard Herrera talking on his cell phone while taking a dump. Anyways, he said that that Floyd to the Raiders is a done deal. They are just restructuring some contracts before it can be announced. Expect an announcement shortly.
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I got a inside tip from a friend who cleans toilets at macdonalds. And he said hererra was in there taking a duece and he overheard hererra on his cell phone rippin Al for not keeping Cable. Hows that for loyalty.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:43 am
A.B. Paine III Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:41 am
The fact is, the Raiders couldn’t afford to keep Nnamdi because they over payed other players. Someone put a very stupid clause in his contract. And, he was sick of losing. Can’t blame him for leaving.
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Not only that, but the Raiders promised to move him around and use him in different ways. They’ve been making that promise for several seasons. I’m sure he felt like his talents were being wasted stuck on an island, covering the #2 WR. No blitzing. No packages where he’s close to the LOS like they did with Woodson. He only shadowed the #1 once last season. If I were him, I’d be bored out of my mind playing in Oakland. What’s the use in paying the best CB in the league $15 mill+ when you’re not going to utilize his talents?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:43 am
SOUL PATROL Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:41 am
MCI, yeah i was thinking the same thing. i think that had alot to do with it. Aso has seen way too many coaches come and go.
But you gotta admit, this last coaching change seems to be an upgrade.
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Gotta concur on that one SP
July 30th, 2011 at 8:44 am
Our Dline and Oline is what is going to get us the division, not a CB.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:44 am
Jarred Page is garbage in coverage.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:46 am
This Aso B.S. has me trippin!!
i’m up at 8:30 on a saturday talking smack on the blog!!!
Gotta see his face on Sports Center…F’n hate that sh@t!
I’m out! I’m starting to sound like a biatch!!
RRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIDDDDDDDDDDEEEEEEEERRRRRRSSSS!
July 30th, 2011 at 8:46 am
Raiders practice notes: Lots of deep throwing, but few connections. Lots of dropped passes, some tough drops, but still drops.
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No Glo haters jumping all over this?
Has to be Glo having to much rotation on the ball or something, eh?
July 30th, 2011 at 8:46 am
hellsbells Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:44 am
Jarred Page is garbage in coverage.
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12 INTs in five season, and he was only a full-time player in three of those seasons. Also, four forced fumbles.
Not the most consistent player for sure. But he can make plays. He’s a less expensive Michael Huff. Good competition for Branch (who gave up 8 TDs last season) and Brown (who is still an unknown at this point).
July 30th, 2011 at 8:47 am
Raiderzmaverick Says:
“I am really worried about Routt. I think he’s greatly overrated and overpaid. ”
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Some are saying the same about Nnamdi. Look, I like the guy but it was almost cliche to call him the best because no one threw his way. Rivers was never afraid of him and proved you CAN throw his way.
Let’s just wait and see what happens.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:48 am
FU MR.
Aso and his agent were well aware that his contract would be voided if he failed to record ONE interception or ONE sack.
Aso dropped an INT in SF and celebrated after the play.
Aso will get burned early and often in Philly and will be in for a rude awakening courtesy of the Philly faithful.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:48 am
I just heard last nite Bush may or may not be back.
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Bush has no options. He’s a restricted FAs
The team has a few. It’s up to the team if they want him back long term or want to trade him.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:49 am
I’m sure some people do have inside information. But why would I believe some anonymous dude wasting his time on the IBABuzz comment section?
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Because the IBABuzz comment section servers as sort of a ’support group’ session, if you will, for those on the inside and the outside who love the Raiders and struggle with the futility of the organization.
I got an inside tip that there is even some very high brass in the Raider org. that are here constantly on a regular basis, cause this is the only place where one can disagree with the most high commander of silver and black and not be humiliated and exiled for it.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:50 am
As I said before, the best thing about Nnamdi leaving is that Routt won’t have to face 100 pass attempts again in 2011.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:52 am
Because the IBABuzz comment section servers as sort of a ’support group’ session, if you will, for those on the inside and the outside who love the Raiders and struggle with the futility of the organization.
I got an inside tip that there is even some very high brass in the Raider org. that are here constantly on a regular basis, cause this is the only place where one can disagree with the most high commander of silver and black and not be humiliated and exiled for it.
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So who are you, mystery man?
Again, I have no legitimate reason to believe you. You could be ANYONE. I’ll believe you when everything you claim to be true actually happens. And even then, I probably won’t believe you.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:53 am
It’s like all the dudes on here who claim to have access to “game film”.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:53 am
Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:48 am
FU MR.
Aso and his agent were well aware that his contract would be voided if he failed to record ONE interception or ONE sack.
Aso dropped an INT in SF and celebrated after the play.
Aso will get burned early and often in Philly and will be in for a rude awakening courtesy of the Philly faithful.
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Whoa! Pretty serious accusations. If indeed true, then screw that pretty boy. Hope he eats a nasty cheese steak and has the runs during game time. That’ll serve him right.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:53 am
The Cowboys are bigger losers than the Raiders in this Nnamdi deal. They lost their big prize to their biggest rival.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:54 am
If you believe 109 I have a bridge I’d like to sell you.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Guess the Raiders are redoing Wimbleys contract as we speak. Some signings will come after this.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Atom Schiftler is reporting that Favre has been seen in Napa.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:58 am
You should drop the “mysterious” from your handle.
I think OBVIOUS crotch itch suits you.
July 30th, 2011 at 8:59 am
YA, you are one of the few even keeled no nonsense type bloggers in here with a fair amount logical observations and intelligent conversation.
Some are here for the sheer amusement and other to vent frustrations.
But really, hererra taking a duce at macdonalds? It probably would have been more legit if it was on film.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:00 am
J Hill Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:44 am
Our Dline and Oline is what is going to get us the division, not a CB.
The front seven will be the strength of the team..I also agree Al laid his cards out at the presser and told us exactly what the situation was with Nnamdi. It is clear he no intention to re-sign him. I do not think the timing of the re-signing mean anything. If Al wants Bush and Miller then we sign them. Only he knows.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:00 am
.B. Paine III Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Atom Schiftler is reporting that Favre has been seen in Napa.
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YES!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:01 am
Mysterious Crotch Itch Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:59 am
YA, you are one of the few even keeled no nonsense type bloggers in here with a fair amount logical observations and intelligent conversation.
Some are here for the sheer amusement and other to vent frustrations.
But really, hererra taking a duce at macdonalds? It probably would have been more legit if it was on film.
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I appreciate it. Obviously I don’t want you to take anything I say as a personal attack or accusation, but I hope most people here would approach anything they read in this blog with a healthy amount of skepticism. After all, making anonymous claims over the internet is pretty much the easiest thing in the world to do.
I do appreciate people who are here to straight-up talk about football, though. There are a few people who don’t seem to be interested in that, strangely enough.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:01 am
A.B. Paine III Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Atom Schiftler is reporting that Favre has been seen in Napa.
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He’s filming a propecia commercial out in the hills.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:02 am
Why do people think he’s gona cave in from Philly fans? He survived in Raider nation for 8yrs,, Philly should be a cake walk.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:03 am
Hows that Dr. HST?
July 30th, 2011 at 9:03 am
112.YoungAmerican Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:53 am
It’s like all the dudes on here who claim to have access to “game film”.
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There’s only been one or 2 people talking about actual game film, mayne. Cmon now!
Most of us have taken that and run with it, which is why you see film actually in “”.
“film” = game recorded on the dvr.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:03 am
Hope Gaither checks out ok. Would really help the line come together. Also I hope they take a look at Waters. Dude can still play at a high level. Also Grigg from Ravens might be a good look for backup d line.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:04 am
Philly fans are the worst in the NFL. Fact.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:04 am
You have obviously never been to Philly.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:07 am
TRANSPARENT jock itch.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:07 am
Jerry said it is FACT, that Raiders brass reads this blog and the commments. How much do they read, and if they actually comment, nobody knows.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:07 am
Maybe the signing of Favre will be Als’ blockbuster deal of the decade.
Brett Favre signs a 5 yr, 60.5 million deal with the Oakland Raiders.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:08 am
Nobody knows if they can read.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:09 am
I enjoy watching Philly fans writh in pain more so than just about every other fan base in all sports, other than Bronco’s fans.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:10 am
Signing Miller and a vet Wr makes this whole FA period a success. I think DHB earning whatever role he carves for himself at camp is really a key to improving on last year. That coupled with the improved health of Schilens would make our offense potent. I have complete confidence in the front seven if the offense can put pressure on opposing defenses consistently.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:10 am
Between this a YouTube no wonder we are moving so fast.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:12 am
I’ve been to Philly. A couple of times actually and I never plan on going back. Those fans turn on you on a dime. They would tar and feather their own mothers if they blew a coverage or dropped a int.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:12 am
Mysterious Crotch Itch Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 9:00 am
.B. Paine III Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 8:57 am
Atom Schiftler is reporting that Favre has been seen in Napa.
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YES!
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Let me guess….in the lobby at the Marriott Hotel!
Thank you Jesus…you’ve answered my prayers!!
“Sweeeeet Babeeeee Jeeeesus!”
July 30th, 2011 at 9:13 am
At least they don’t live in Albuquerque.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:13 am
Can someone explain to me exactly how losing Nnamdi is going to make our defense worse?
I mean really, are teams going to pass more against us now?
Are they going to all of a sudden start respecting Routt and throwing away from him?
Are they going to throw at CJ37 more than they do now?
I mean, ZERO INTS AND ZERO SACKS????? Only 13 tackles????
How are things going to change for our defense?
July 30th, 2011 at 9:15 am
My cousin went to Drexel, been to Philly around a half dozen or so times.
Fun town, other than every bar has about 50% of the patrons with a cig in each hand.
Couldn’t breathe anywhere!!!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:16 am
I asked John Clayton on twitter if there are any truth the Favre/Raider rumors. I’m waiting for a reply.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:17 am
Per Paul G of SacB….
Go ahead, play with the numbers and realize that Routt is actually making more guaranteed money per year than Asomugha. Then take a deep breath and continue reading.
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Effin amazing. Routt makes more guaranteed per year than #21. Later.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:17 am
No smoking in Philly bars.
You must have been there a long time ago.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:18 am
Only splash so for has been Herrera’s due at Mickey Ds.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:19 am
Around 02-05 years.
Wow, good for them.
My cousin lived maybe a few blocks from that outdoor market place, J street, K street something like that.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:19 am
Duece.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:21 am
Philly Fans are still tryna live off the rep of throwing snowballs at Santa Clause. They’re nice and quiet at those 76ers games.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:21 am
It’s still not funny.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:22 am
God, where is this Favre info coming from? Please say it ain’t so. Just as we are shedding the “laughing stock of the league” title it would come right back around if this is true.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:22 am
Just upset. We finally start to turn corner and I can’t afford to renew season tickets. Just bought a house and such. Been there every game since I moved back. Sec 109 row 31. That was a tough four years of ball. Still love the Raiders.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:24 am
You are the laughing stock of your family.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:26 am
I’m out will Check back latter for more info, right or wrong. Go Raiders. F the rest.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:26 am
I cannot believe some of the stuff you guys say it’s funny as hell. I can’t even come up with an analogy to explain the comedy. If a QB never throws at a CB how do you know he’s good. What truely great elite corner do you know of EVER that QB’s threw at all the time?
The reason they don’t throw at Nnamdi is because his guy is never open. QB’s get paid to win if they thought for 2 sec’s that they could get a score throwing at Nnanmdi he would see so many attempts his head would swim. Nnamdi is about as overrated as Charles Woodson was when people were saying the same thing. The thing is as a pure cover guy Nnamdi may be better than Charles was. These NFL personnel people don’t fall all over each other for someone who can’t play they watch film they see what the guy does it aint smoke and mirrors………..LOL
July 30th, 2011 at 9:27 am
I’m glad the Nnamdi circus is over, now we can move on. This is a buisness… people come, people go.
I was in Philly when they played in their last SB vs NE. Cool bars and crazy loyal fans.
I was getting a Philly cheese steak and this dude in a mercedes wearing a Tom Brady jersey pulls up talking smack to the philly fans. When the light turned green that dude couldn’t even see out of his windshield, it was covered in cheese!
I beleive they even have a court room in their stadium.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:27 am
Not sure I’ve seen an O-line coach step in (even in non-padded drills) and take such a hands-on approach vs. D-linemen as Steve Wisniewski
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Oline coaches have been upgraded!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:31 am
Priest, Rivers would abuse Nnamdi. Go back and watch the games.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:32 am
No less than 5 NFL organizations were clearing cap space to get that kid most were playoff teams and you guys call him overrated………….how stupid do you have to be?
He is what he is just because we couldn’t keep is no reason to disparage the kid…………grow up!!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:34 am
I’ve watched every game son…….why do you think I say what I say Rivers has NEVER abused Nnamdi. They have never scored ONE SINGLE TOUCHDOWN on Nnamdi so exactly how did they abuse him?
July 30th, 2011 at 9:34 am
Priest,
It’s as simple as a QB is going to go to his #1 WR more often than not.
Nnamdi wasn’t covering the #1 WR all that often. Heck, when 3 WRs were on the field, he’s check the #3 guy simply because the OC would and could line them up where Nnamdi wasn’t.
Too bad he got hurt early last year as he finally was allowed to shadow guys like Fitzgerald. After the ankle injury against Seattle, it made no sense to move him around.
By the way, Nnamdi shadowing Fitgerald didn’t translate to a dominant game from our defense, or any plays made by Nnamdi.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:36 am
I went to several games in Philly in the mid 60’s. Experienced my first mugging (receiving end) at the ripe old age of 7 in the restroom. Dad and his buddy went to the restroom and ‘talked’ to some teenagers in there. Not sure if they were the same guys, but I’m sure they remember the day.
As far as I know, the stadium in Philly is thew only one that was built with a jail inside of it. No joke. Pretty much the doosh baggery capital of the country.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:37 am
Rivers CERTAINLY threw at Nnamdi and was was generally successful doing so. May not have been for TDs, but certainly moved the chains and had big gains.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:37 am
I for one am glad to be finally rid of Nnamdi, Howard and Morrison.
The smiling leaders and corner stones of the worst Raider defense I have ever had to suffer through.
They were all “class acts” and gracious losers.
Good riddance.
Go Raiders.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:38 am
Randy Moss abused Nnamdi in the mud in Oakland.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:39 am
Priesttj Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 9:32 am
No less than 5 NFL organizations were clearing cap space to get that kid most were playoff teams and you guys call him overrated………….how stupid do you have to be?
He is what he is just because we couldn’t keep is no reason to disparage the kid…………grow up!!
Are you not the same guy who thinks DHB is an all-pro talent? Nnamdi was a fine player but no one is worth what we paid him. The absence of DHB in the line up will improve the team more than if we resigned NNamdi, but you think this guy will be an ALL-Pro.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:40 am
No less than 5 NFL organizations were clearing cap space to get that kid most were playoff teams and you guys call him overrated
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Being over rated doesn’t mean that Nnamdi is not a good CB. Over rated from the standpoint that the Raiders secondary will collapse without him. Over rated from the standpoint that he is NOT going to get 20 million a year.
20 million over 5 years was about right.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:41 am
J Hill Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 9:37 am
Rivers CERTAINLY threw at Nnamdi and was was generally successful doing so. May not have been for TDs, but certainly moved the chains and had big gains.
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Thank You. Maybe “abused” was the wrong word. But Rivers completed a ton of passes his way. He even made a point going his way. He welcomed the competition. I live in SD and he would always say that on the radio down here.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:42 am
J Hill I’ve watched nnamdi for 7 years man he’s covered everyone in this league who’s any good. Just recently they move their better guys away from Nnamdi, WHY because they can get more production. Tell me why would they move them away from someone they could beat??? huh?? it doesn’t make chicken sense, nor any other sense. You put players on guys you know they match up better with. THAT”S why they move the 1’s away from Nnamdi. I heard this same garbage when Charles left………..He’s overrated… he doesn’t make plays……..he’s never healthy…….all a bunch of crap. Nnamdi is going to be a star in Philly.
DEAL WITH IT!!!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:45 am
Nnamdi isn’t God you will complete some passes on any human being check Revis stats. Try making aliving off Nnamdi and you’ll come up way short. That is a fact son. Nnamdi is going to show everyone what type of player he is in Philly. You guys just don’t understand what he went through here. Now you will!!!!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:45 am
Nnamdi should have been loyal to Al and the Nation.
Fuk him.
Go Raiders!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:47 am
You guys talking down on Nnamdi sound ignorant. You have much more successfull franchises opening the pocketbook to get Nnamdi. So the “market” thinks he’s the man. And the truth is he is.
The bottom line is that the Raiders defensive scheme doesn’t require top flight DBs. It was the Raiders that kept Nnamdi on one side of the field the entire game….the Raiders that don’t deploy the zone…the Raiders don’t do much blitzing either.
So if Nnamdi locks his side down…the opponent moves the #1 across the field to abouse the other guy…or lines him up in the slot to go against a nickle guy or linebacker.
The Raiders SHOULD NOT invest another #1 draft pick in a Defensive Back.
The Front 7 need to become DOMINANT and get the sacks when it counts…be a fearsome foursome if you will….and they HAVE to stop the #$@#@$ run
July 30th, 2011 at 9:48 am
The defense will have to shake things up with the scheme…this “beat your man” stuff gets exposed.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:49 am
Any news from practice today or do they just have 1 practice in the afternoon?
I know PurpleDrank usually is good at updating us with pratice via twitter.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:50 am
The Raiders defensive scheme doesn’t require top flight DB’s????????
I respectfully disagree with this comment.
Go Raiders!
July 30th, 2011 at 9:51 am
ClaytonESPN: Dolphins have cap room for TE Zach Miller. Raiders don’t have room at moment but will try to re-sign him. They can get it done. [via Twitter]
July 30th, 2011 at 9:52 am
I know Nnamdi hated playing in this defense and I respect that but that’s why he was rewarded the way he was. It’s difficult to take criticism for doing your job better than anyone else can do it. Fans don’t understand the game and sya a bunch of ignorant crap.
He did what they asked him to do and did it as well as it can be done. Now he’ll get to put up some stats which is what he’s slways been criticised for.
We were #2 in pass defense last year the defense is effective it works but gthe better you are at it the less plays you make so it looks like you’;re niot doing much but in actuality you’re doin sensational.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:52 am
Priest, I said that some are saying he is overrated. I think he is a good CB. But it is also a fact that you can throw at him. Sh1t, Routt had the tougher job out of the two.
And here’s one for the tin foil hat wearing people. That dropped int in SF, what if that was on purpose?
July 30th, 2011 at 9:53 am
Doc that’s the kind of comment I’m talking about, fans just don’t get it. So players have to ignore the criticism and play. Nnamdi got tired of it I cna’t blame him.
July 30th, 2011 at 9:55 am
If The Raiders wanted Nnamdi, he would be here. I agree with those who say the writing was on the wall when Routt signed his deal. Combine with that the comments made about getting 2 or 3 good players in exchange for his pay and it seems pretty obvious to me that Nnamdi Asomougha has been an afterthought to everyone sitting behind a desk for quite some time. Nnamdi knew it and was just too decent to say it because I think that’s just the type of guy he is. Al Davis made him a very rich man, and he appreciates it more than some others in the past (Warren Sapp).
July 30th, 2011 at 9:55 am
Is Mercedes Lewis still out there, i wonder what his asking price is? Thoughts on Lewis, if Miller leaves?
July 30th, 2011 at 9:57 am
ClaytonESPN: Kyle Orton deal is dead. He got a $1.5 million bonus. [via Twitter]
July 30th, 2011 at 9:59 am
The NFL game is about the Front 7, OLine and the QB.
Raiders need an o-line that can smash it up and a QB that doesn’t turn the ball over.
The Front 7 is ok…but too many times struggled against other physical teams
July 30th, 2011 at 9:59 am
priesttj Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 9:42 am
J Hill I’ve watched nnamdi for 7 years man
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And we haven’t?
Cmon now.
Again, no one is saying Nnamdi wasn’t a good player. May in fact be one of the better CBs in the league. But Rivers DID throw at him and our defense will be fine without him.
As you say … PERIOD!!!!!!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:00 am
Just Win Baby Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 9:55 am
… Combine with that the comments made about getting 2 or 3 good players in exchange for his pay and it seems pretty obvious to me that Nnamdi Asomougha has been an afterthought to everyone sitting behind a desk for quite some time
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We didn’t get 2 or 3 good players we got Routt who cost pretty much the same. Aso is better than Routt.
However it’s done and he’s gone.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:01 am
There was a rumor that the Eagles are going to play Aso at safety which he did in college.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:02 am
I’m fine with not making a “splash” in free agency. I can’t really remember a team in recent history that has gone to the SB, yet alone won it, after so called ‘winning the offseason’ signing a number of big name FA.
Look at the Steelers. See them making a “splash”? Nope …its go with their guys who they have trained and coached up and go to work. Sure, tokens are added here and there but it mostly home grown. Same with the Colts.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:02 am
You know what EVERY scheme requires?
A top flight QB.
Time to find one in the draft. The days of picking guys off the trash heap are long gone.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:02 am
I live in WY and everyone around here is a Broncos fan. All the idiot Broncos fans cant wait for them to get rid of Orton so they can watch Jesus Junior play QB. Broncos fans are the dumbest fans on Earth. Orton threw twice as many TDs as INTs in Denver. It was their abysmal defense and their horrific running game that made them so terrible last year. Orton was the only good thing their shizzy team really had going for them. They would be fools in Denver to let Orton go. He will be their starter all year.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:02 am
What’s up Priest? I’m getting pumped for the season. I’m ready to roll with what we got.
You are either a Raider or you are not.
Nnamdi isn’t.
Go Raiders!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:03 am
THe Raiders didn’t need to overpay Routt either. Chris Johnson and whoever emerges from the rookie/2nd year pile would have been serviceable enough.
Routt is going to have a tough time earning that contract.
Get me a run stopper
July 30th, 2011 at 10:03 am
Kind of miss Jerry on the blog but he’s doing a great job on twitter.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:04 am
All these acquisitions NE has been making over the past few years ….are they winning SBs? Have the Eagles won a SB?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:05 am
McFadden is going to run wild this year.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:05 am
Tell me why would they move them away from someone they could beat??? huh??
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Slow down OG!
You’re making stuff up now. Who said Nnamdi COULDN’T cover other teams #1 guys? We said for the most part he DOESN’T move around and cover the other teams #1 guy. It was HIS complaint that HE stated publicly.
No matter the reason, fact of the matter is Nnamdi rarely ended up covering the other team’s best WR. I have every confidence that we can replace Nnamdi’s most recent role (is that better) of covering the other teams lesser WRs.
CJ37, Ware, McFadden can cover the other teams #2 and 3 WRs. If you want to call covering the 2 and 3 WRs as shutting down one one side of the field, then have at it.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 am
J Hill What do you guys think man, people would throw at Nnamdi if they thought they had the talent to do so. The same thing happened when Mike haynes and Lester were here Dan Fouts would throw at them and have some success. Sometimes a lot of success their human but to say he’s overrated is flat out stupid. There are soem extremely stalented QB WR tandems who can make plays but that fool said he abused Nnamdi. Any DB can be had at times Mike Haynes had bad games too.
Dan Fouts would see the Raiders coming and rub his hands together because the talent he had outside against the tandem we had which was voted the top tandem in history. And he used to have great days against them but we would win too.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 am
YoungAmerican Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:02 am
You know what EVERY scheme requires?
A top flight QB.
Time to find one in the draft. The days of picking guys off the trash heap are long gone.
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Not going to happen here. Takes too long to develop a QB and the Raiders have been dragging their knuckles in the dirt for too long.
They really need to win right now. This losing is having some impact in retaining good players at affordable rates
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 am
Yeah. I still don’t get the Tim Teabow hype. OR his next of kin = Kim Newton
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 am
What part of England are you from?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:07 am
Jeeez, does this guy get paid the same amount as Jerry? We need a shutdown blogger.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:08 am
The hate on Nnamdi by Raider fans is really silly. C Wood never put in the effort like Nnamdi did but he is much admired the Raider Nation now. Nnamdi worked his tail off. No, Rivers didnt abuse him. Rivers completed a few passes per year and I can only recall 2 in the last few years on the back shoulder. There’s a video of Rivers telling Nnamdi after one recent game that he thought Nnamdi was the best and the back shoulder is the only throw he can try on #21. I believe that was after the Monday nite opener when we got Seymour. Nnamdi gave up a critical first down to Vincent Jackson (back shoulder) on their final scoring drive.
On BSPN, Eric Allen (I’m sure he’s qualified) said that Revis is better at playing the ball once it is in the air and even better than the WR himself. However, Nnamdi is so dominant at jamming the WR at the LOS that the QB gives up on that WR within the first sec. That is why Nnamdi never gets balls thrown his way and Revis baits you into throwing his way.
You know, after having never played on a winning season, dealing with Al Davis and his pet projects and drama (JR, Kiffin, and Cable), anyone would want to go somewhere else too if they had the chance. I wish him the best but he will always be another Raider Great. There are many Raider great that played for other teams. I’m looking forward to jersey #21 being on sale for $50 on Raiders.com at some point. Peace.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:09 am
J hill LOL WOW man Nnamdi role is GONE son, it left with Nnamdi. It’ll go back to a more even flow of QB’s attacking the entire secondary although Routt is damn good much better than fans think he is the other guy needs to be for him what he was for Nnamdi then we might have something.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:09 am
AdamSchefter: Eagles already are referring to themselves as “The Dream Team”. [via Twitter]
C’mon man!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:10 am
Jhill’s position is more right than wrong. Again, the Raiders scheme does not need elite Corners to be serviceable.
This defense is based on getting to the QB….if the Front 7 doesn’t do that..the defense will get smacked up again.
Stopping the run is paramount….force the opponent into obvious down and distance situations
Raiders defense does not need an elite CB…just average serviceable guys…..which is why Al spending all those 1st and 2nd round picks on safeties and corners was not the right strategy
July 30th, 2011 at 10:12 am
I spent a lot of time bagging on Routt in the past, most of which was deserved. But last year the dude covered the best recievers that teams had to throw at him because everyone was avoiding Aso. Covering the #1 guy every play and knowing that the play was coming his way was a trial by fire and I think he came through it pretty well. I’ve heard people say that we were the #2 pass defense last year and if nobody was throwing at Aso, then somebody did a pretty damn good job against all the best recievers in the NFL. I think we should worry less about Routt and worry more about who will be on the other side because I think some other teams are going to start to avoid Routt’s side of the field. I have been his biggest critic because, for a few years there, he was terrible. But I support the guy in his new role as our #1 CB now and I think he will do just fine.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:12 am
Gaither signing official. Raider team doctors determined that Gaither is 8 months pregnant, but should be ready by the season opener unless he needs a c-section.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:14 am
198.Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 am
What part of England are you from?
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Less than a 100 miles from the sea–no matter where you are in England, you’re never more than 100 miles from the sea.
I’m in the South north of the Smoke.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:14 am
Thanks Dakota. How about those Lakers?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:15 am
207.Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:14 am
Thanks Dakota. How about those Lakers?
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They have done more this offseason than have the Raiders.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Jay_Glazer Jay Glazer
Never thought I’d say this again. Favre may be coming back. Spotted in Napa talking to Raiders exec.
via twitter
July 30th, 2011 at 10:17 am
Bush will b with the team aug 4th
July 30th, 2011 at 10:17 am
SnB you’re an idiot son……..a compete an utter IDIOT!!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:18 am
They were awesome in the playoffs.
Kobe showed a lot of heart.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:18 am
Don’t say these things.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:20 am
Priest, I think he is pulling your chain.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:21 am
Dakota Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:12 am
Gaither signing official. Raider team doctors determined that Gaither is 8 months pregnant, but should be ready by the season opener unless he needs a c-section.
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Have they identified the father?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:22 am
No favre
July 30th, 2011 at 10:22 am
Corkran is a night person. Obviously still sleeping.
The guy posted this thread at damn near 1 in da mornin, and you already want something else?
LOL!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:23 am
Corkran is going to completely miss out on this Favre story.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:24 am
215.DonManoukiansNeighbor Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:21 am
Dakota Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:12 am
Gaither signing official. Raider team doctors determined that Gaither is 8 months pregnant, but should be ready by the season opener unless he needs a c-section.
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Have they identified the father?
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LOL!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:25 am
CORKRAN NEEDS TO GET HIS SCHYT IN GEAR AND UPDATE US ALL. I DONT CARE WHAT TIME HE WENT TO BED, BIATCH NEEDS TO WORK SOME O.T. dont he know that its the start of football?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:29 am
http://espn.go.com/espn/story/_/id/6815415/rick-reilly-brett-favre-waiting-game
Article about Favre coming back.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:31 am
Philly signed Johnnie Lee Higgins because they are serious about winning …
July 30th, 2011 at 10:33 am
208.Dakota Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:15 am
207.Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:14 am
Thanks Dakota. How about those Lakers?
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They have done more this offseason than have the Raiders.
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So you really think Mike Brown and his staff are a better hire than Hue Jackson and company?
WOW!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:35 am
Read the article from ESPN about Favre. Didn’t see anything about him visiting Napa.
Given Favre though, it wouldn’t even be suprising.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:36 am
what makes me sick is that al davis said he had trades offered for aso and passed on them cuz aso said he wanted to stay. i wouldve said FU unless a long term deal was agreed upon. we could atleast have gotten something for him instead of just walking. dont know why davis didnt do that. just like he refused to take the money back when walker offered it to him. the guy wanted to retire after a jacked up offseason and al davis talked him out of it. these are the issues i have with davis.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:36 am
“1) Never trust a cop in a raincoat.
2) Beware of enthusiasm and of love, both are temporary and quick to sway.
3) If asked if you care about the world’s problems, look deep into the eyes of he who asks, he will never ask you again.
4) Never give your real name.
5) If ever asked to look at yourself, don’t look.
6) Never do anything the person standing in front of you can’t understand.
7) Never create anything, it will be misinterpreted, it will chain you and follow you for the rest of your life.”
July 30th, 2011 at 10:37 am
J Hill Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:33 am
208.Dakota Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:15 am
207.Dr. Hunter S. Thompson Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:14 am
Thanks Dakota. How about those Lakers?
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Kobe says his knee feels better than it has in years and after Fish played with Kobe in the Phillipines recently Fish concurs. Speaking of injuries,our medics better examine Gaither and ZMiller well because no matter how much potential they have we don’t need another Javon Walker situation
July 30th, 2011 at 10:38 am
@Jerrymcd
Zach Miller situation still a mystery. Nothing leaking about other teams. Do Raiders have him locked up? Teammate says he’s not so sure!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:38 am
225.armond Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 10:36 am
what makes me sick is that al davis said he had trades offered for aso and passed on them cuz aso said he wanted to stay. i wouldve said FU unless a long term deal was agreed upon. we could atleast have gotten something for him instead of just walking. dont know why davis didnt do that. just like he refused to take the money back when walker offered it to him. the guy wanted to retire after a jacked up offseason and al davis talked him out of it. these are the issues i have with davis.
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Exactly! Why not get players for him while you can.
Al failed to do that.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:41 am
and aso is a biotch. guys have the right to leave but dont give me that i wanna stay sh!t and bounce. just try to work somethin out so u can leave but dont front.
how the hell do u not trade a guy who has all the leverage if u couldnt sign him long term. and if davis didnt want him thats even more reason to trade him. just bad business. NE wasted no time tradin seymour tho it may have fugged them for a couple of years but they did get a 1rst rndr to help them now. why couldnt we do that?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:42 am
Here’s one for the books…lol!
@albear Albert Ma
Dear AFC West, can we please not let the Oakland Raiders sweep the division like they did last season?
18 minutes ago
July 30th, 2011 at 10:43 am
Why would Jacksonville trade a draft pick for a receiver that has been a bust so far in his career?
Well, for starters, the Jaguars don’t really have any noteworthy receivers on their roster right now. Darrius Heyward-Bey wouldn’t be considered an elite talent, but he is still young and could figure out the game and become a decent player.
Jacksonville would most likely need to give up a mid-round pick, which if Heyward-Bey developed into a deep threat, could be considered a steal.
Oakland would win in this scenario by picking up a draft pick to continue building their team. They already have a very young group of receivers, and losing Heyward-Bey most likely wouldn’t hurt too bad.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:44 am
I would take a 7th for DHB
July 30th, 2011 at 10:45 am
what makes me sick is that al davis said he had trades offered for aso and passed on them cuz aso said he wanted to stay.
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EXACTLY !!!!!!!
Jets offered their #1 pick last year, Al was going to take the deal, but Nnamdi said he wanted to be a Raider. Nnamdi confirmed this when he was ESPNs First Take with Skip.
After seeing him on that show, I was like, heck, maybe he is coming back.
Kinda phugged up how we’ll just end up with a 3rd instead of that #1.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:46 am
I’d take Favre as a third stringer and if Campbell can’t play with that kind of pressure he won’t get us to the promised land anyways. ZMiller disappeared after the injury so what about Alge Crumpler, Todd Heap or Kevin Boss?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:46 am
Vince Young is the one who said the Eagles are going to be a dream team, LMAO.
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/07/30/vince-young-declares-the-eagles-to-be-a-dream-team/
July 30th, 2011 at 10:48 am
Hilarious DHB thread http://www.bucschat.com/showthread.php?29485-would-you-trade-for-Darrius-Heyward-Bey
July 30th, 2011 at 10:48 am
There’s a fukin echoe in here.
July 30th, 2011 at 10:52 am
Armond now that makes sense. I hate the fact that he left and we got zilch. That’s what I’m mad about. The contract he signed asked for minimal stats and he didn’t achieve them for whatever reason. I don’t think either side knew he wouldn’t but when it was up there wasn’t anything either side could do about it. It was unfortunate, but we have to move on what did what we had to do in the draft and got some good kids but we could’ve got a KING’S RANSOM for Nnamdi in a trade.
NOW THAT SUCKS!!!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:55 am
As I said last week….ADIOS and FAREWELL to a great person, a great player, and a great Raiders….Nnamdi Asomougha!
Thanks for being a pros pro and becoming a great talent as a Raider!
Not getting anything in return for losing Nnamdi, is utterly STUPID!
Paying Routt a little less than what Nnamdi ended up getting paid is STUPID also!
July 30th, 2011 at 10:55 am
From Bucs Chat:
would you trade for Darrius Heyward-Bey
would u give up a fifth for him… we have good rec. but not a burner!!!
they say he sorry in oakland and he can’t cathc idk bout that i think if he comes here we will feel comfortable becuz he wnt be asked to do so much.. with freeman’s arm he could be a huge weapon with spot duty.. he still young and our rec. coach and rec. core will make him feel comfortable…
July 30th, 2011 at 10:58 am
Chaz is going to stay healthy and the front seven is going to do their job. Everything will be just fine if these thins happen. It as simple as that. Nnamdi or No NNamdi.
July 30th, 2011 at 11:01 am
He’s good for a decoy…thats it!
July 30th, 2011 at 11:01 am
What about Gaither? Has anyone seen him play? I love the fact that we are looking for O linemen.
July 30th, 2011 at 11:35 am
I’ve been down on Routt a lot over the last few years, but any CB that faces that many throws at him is gonna give up TDs and have a few PIs. I am not saying he is a top 5 corner, but he has held his own on an island over the last year and a half. Don’t get me wrong, Nnamdi is the superior player, but if he faced 100 passes his direction a year he would give up TDs and have PIs also (He would have more than 4 Ints though too!)
July 30th, 2011 at 11:43 am
I normally don’t say much about how Al spends his money, but damn! If he was smarter with some of these ridiculous contracts we would be able to KEEP our guys that we develop. Nothing is worse than seeing a guy drafted here, develop over time, then bolt when he is ready to take a step to the next level!
If you ask me, Lechler and SeaBass need to restructure, how much does a kicker and punter think they need. Especially if they want to play for a winner!
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