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Aaron Curry Q&A

By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Friday, October 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm in Oakland Raiders.

A transcription of an interview with Raiders linebacker Aaron Curry following his first practice:

Q: Has it been a whirlwind, learning you’re traded and now starting on Sunday?

Curry: It’s been very eventful, very exciting. Just to know that Coach has faith in me that I can come in and play right away is a great confidence-booster for me, just to know that he believes in me. My job is to get out there and do my job, be held accountable to do my job and just play hard and fast and fit in with Raider football.

Q: How does it feel to have a fresh start?

Curry: It’s like a breath of fresh air. One of the first things Coach told me is that I didn’t have to worry about any opinions formed on me before the day that he and I met. I’m starting with a clean slate and he doesn’t care what happened back in the past. It’s all about moving on to the future. When he told me that I took a deep breath because that was my biggest concern was would the opinions pass on from club to club or from person to person. With him telling me I had a clean slate that gives me the opportunity to come out here and develop what I want him to see and who I want him to know.

Q: Can you pinpoint why it didn’t work in Seattle?

Curry: Not necessarily. I can’t really pinpoint it. If I could have pinpointed it I might have fixed it. It just didn’t work out. It sucks that it didn’t but I’m excited to be here in Oakland and playing for the Raiders. My brother Eric Barton played here for five years so I’m just getting a shot to carry his legacy on. I’m excited about that.

Q: Strange to get here today, start Sunday?

Curry: When you look at it from the outside in it looks weird but I’ve been practicing all week whether I was wearing blue or whether I was wearing black. I’ve been working on my linebacking skills for the last four weeks, just honing all my skills and learning everything about football, not just about where I was playing in our defense. So I’m prepared to play football. When it comes down to it, who has the ball?

Q: What do you do best?

Curry: Run. The best thing I do is run. Wait for the runner to make a move and run in his direction. That’s my best asset.

Q: Can you see how this system suits that?

Curry: Yes. Definitely. From alignment to assignment, we’re allowed, the whole entire defense, we’re allowed to line up and run and hit. That’s what’s good about this defense. That’s what’s going to be so exciting about this defense.

Q: Have to think before you ran in Seattle?

Curry: Sometimes. Sometimes I was putting too much pressure on myself to do too much thinking versus just running and hitting. When coach told me ‘We’re coming down here to play fast and we’re coming out to play smart as well, but we’re going to play fast and we’re going to run and we’re going to hit, we’re going to be a physical defense,’ … that’s right down my alley.

Q: Moving from Sam to Will, is it a big transition?

Curry: Not a big deal. It would seem like it but as far as the scheme goes, no matter what you name the linebacker it’s pretty much what I played when I played up north. It’s just going out there, similar keys, some different fits but it’s all going to boil down to getting to the football.

Q: Were you upset or angry with how things were going in Seattle?

Curry: I was at first. Naturally, I was just frustrated but I got my focus back and before I left I was at complete peace. I was done focusing on my circumstance. I handed that to my God and let him handle it and he put me where he said I should be. That’s why I’m so excited. I’ve been placed here for a reason. There’s a purpose for me being here and it’s not because of anything that anything that we do. It’s because a divine person said for me to be here. That’s why I’m so excited.

Q: How would you assess your pass coverage skills?

Curry: I would say I’ve gotten way better from my rookie year and it’s going to get even better here because it’s not as complex. We’re using simple terms and we’re going to keep it simple so that we all can play hard, we can all play fast and really hone in on our individual skills.

Q: How were you greeted by your new teammates?

Curry: Everybody’s been excited. Everybody’s been happy saying that they’re happy to have me here. I’ve just been letting them know how excited, how I can wait to get out there on Sunday and play in front of the Black Hole and just go crazy. The last time I saw them I was playing for Seattle so they weren’t for me but when they were cheering for the Raiders they were going nuts. Even the stuff that they were saying toward us, they were going crazy so I just can’t to feel that emotion.

Q: Some of your former teammates are saying now you can relax, without feeling the pressure of being the No. 4 pick . . .

Curry: It was of very, very high expectations that early on I let the pressure get to me, and then when I did let the pressure get to me that was an issue. So it was kind of a back and forth. I really think the expectations are extremely high, and now coach said I’m allowed to come here and just relax and be me. The only expectation is to play Raider football, follow the rules that we follow, play the ball that we play, and take it from there.

Q: Wake Forest defense, how did that role translate to being in NFL?

Curry: Well, the difference when I was in school and the NFL, we played two defenses, when I was in school and we didn’t care that people knew what we were in, we knew how they were going to attack it to beat it. That’s the biggest difference. I played the same thing every snap. If I didn’t play it this way, I played it that way, and it never changed. We didn’t have any exceptions, we didn’t have any options. This is how we play it, this is how you do it. Do it fast, and that was the biggest difference between school and college (think he means school and the NFL) where up north, we had a lot of stuff. You had to be able to do everything. Everybody has to be able to do everything, versus just being just given a role and just taking off with it.

Q: Nervous, this is is your third coach . . . wondering what’s coming down here, what will playbook look like, etc.

Curry: Yeah, of course. The first thing I thought about was the playbook. I knew from the history of the Raiders and their defense, how they do things. I knew some of the stuff. I knew that some of the things they were going to play and how they looked like some of the stuff we did in Seattle, but still, everyone has their own stuff, and so, of course I thought about it and once I got it in my hands yesterday it wasn’t as bad as I thought. Not yet, at least.

Q: Was Wednesday your last day in Seattle . . .

Curry: Tuesday was. Wednesday I didn’t practice. Tuesday was my last day.

Q: When did you start hearing you might be coming to Oakland?

Curry: When they called me and said, that Oakland was looking and was interested. And it was like Wednesday.

Q: What has Blackstock said about being here?

Curry: Blackstock is awesome, man. He just told me we’re going to be given a shot to do what we do as linebackers and he’s really expressed his passion for linebacker play and how we should play, and he’s shown his excitement and he’s helped me with the playbook along with coach Biek, he’s helped me with the playbook and he’s just constantly talking to me and telling me to put the past behind me. He said the same thing, there’s a purpose, and there’s a reason why we’re both here. Last time I saw him I was a 195 pounds coming out of high school and so we both believe that there’s a purpose for us both being here and that’s for us to, for all of us, to go out there and play Raider football. Like, I keep seeing on the walls, it says, `build a bully’ and that’s what I’m excited about.

Q: Had a chance to talk to Groves?

Curry: Yeah, we chatted. I met Groves after one of the preseason games, so it wasn’t really like, we didn’t have to introduce ourselves to each other, it was what’s up, good seeing you again.

Q: Have you talked to your brother Eric Barton about being a Raider?

Curry: Yeah, Eric’s way more excited than I am. I’m excited, and he’s like over-the-mountain excited. He’s like, I mean, when can I come up? Where can I stay? I’ll be there tomorrow. I’ll see you tomorrow. What’s the defense look like? Tell the coaches I say hey? I think he’s revisiting his time here and he had some special time here. I believe he went to the Super Bowl in 2002, so he’s extremely excited. He should be here today and he’s going to show me the ropes and he’s going to tell me all about Raider football, and I’m also excited about that, to actually have the history in my blood and be able to talk to him, he’s going to tell me how it should look and how we should do it.

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350 Responses to “Aaron Curry Q&A”

  1. DMAC Says:

    Primero

  2. MistaBrown Says:

    Welcome to the Nation

  3. Raider Ray Says:

    Local Albuquerque paper is reporting that the Raiders are trying to work a trade for Tim Tebow. It would probably be for a draft pick or even Pryor.

  4. DMAC Says:

    MistaBrown,

    You fk’n w/ the game Sunday?

  5. MistaBrown Says:

    Thats all, 4 weeks?

    “I’ve been working on my linebacking skills for the last four weeks”

  6. MistaBrown Says:

    DMAC, I’ll know for sure tomorrow but not looking good.

  7. DMAC Says:

    DMAC Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:03 pm

    Whats a Drexl? Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    DMAC what is an IDP bust?
    ======
    Good question.
    I’ll take a guess
    IDP = I don’t play
    =======
    Maybe IDP = I don’t perform

  8. DMAC Says:

    Raider Ray Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:03 pm

    Local Albuquerque paper is reporting that the Raiders are trying to work a trade for Tim Tebow. It would probably be for a draft pick or even Pryor.
    ========

    Dakota spreading rumors again?

  9. Method To My Madness Says:

    305.GaterRaider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:03 pm
    RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19

    **********************

    Sup with it Sactown King?

  10. DMAC Says:

    Later peoples!
    Have a good weekend my dudes!
    See ya’ll at the game!

  11. MistaBrown Says:

    Dakota is a tool bag.

  12. saladfingerz Says:

    what paper is that ray?

  13. Method To My Madness Says:

    Have you talked to your brother Eric Barton about being a Raider?

    *********************

    B@uce!

  14. SilverAndBlackBleeder Says:

    Q, put me down for:

    Raiders 37 Browns 6

  15. DMAC Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    DMAC yeah the Taco truck off High Street is it! 3.50 for a burrito!
    =========
    Was fenna bounce, but saw this.
    High St and what??
    I ain’t up on that spot yet

  16. La Milicia Negra Says:

    Q: Have you talked to your brother Eric Barton about being a Raider?
    ________________________________________________________

    WHAT?????

  17. Raider Ray Says:

    Saladfingerz Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
    what paper is that ray?
    —————–
    It was reported on twitter by one of our local high school newspapers.

  18. Plunder Says:

    Eric Barton may end up being a nice asset over the next couple days.

  19. marios Says:

    General Manager?
    As the Raiders reportedly embark on a search for a General Manager, they should seriously consider the possibility that first-year coach Hue Jackson is perfectly capable of running the show.

    Per a league source, the trade for linebacker Aaron Curry (who’ll debut Sunday as a starter) included a revised contract that limits Oakland’s financial investment in 2011 to $370,000, the prorated remainder of a league-minimum base salary of $370,000.

    Read more: PFT: Revised contract helped get Curry deal done
    Tune to SportsNet Central at 6, 10:30 and midnight on Comcast SportsNet Bay Area for more on this story

  20. Just Fire Baby Says:

    LOL at the Albuquerque Journal with any type of scoop.

    They got the market cornered on Lobo football, and that is about it.

  21. Carl Weathers Says:

    qodrn Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
    LA did I drop you somehow?

    —————————————–

    THE RAIDER PREDICTION BOARD
    Dedicated to the legacy of Al Davis
    Protected by the rally squirrel and Coliseum rodents

    First: Ghostraider (exact score)
    Second: Sullivan44
    Third: Pretty Rick
    Fourth: Sullivan44
    Fifth: Fingers

    [BREAKING NEWS]Oakland 42 Browns 10
    8RaiderReign8 Oakland 20 Browns 16 in a another nail bitter
    21st Century Raider Raiders 38 Browns 7
    860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
    909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
    alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
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    DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
    ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
    EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
    fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
    Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18.
    GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
    ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
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    jerrymac: Lord knows I’m awful at predictions. But I see this as a game the Raiders could win handily.
    JLofty Raiders 55 – Skidmarks 18 (garbage-time points)
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    LA to TheBay PAIN

    Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
    mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
    mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
    No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
    oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
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    raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
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    The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
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    Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
    Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
    Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns 13
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    TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
    Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17

    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    I was picking 31-13 but I see a few others have the same score.
    Give me Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns. Raiders will add a safety after a Lechler punt pins them at their 2.

  22. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Pryor is going NOWHERE! Print it!

  23. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I handed that to my God and let him handle it and he put me where he said I should be. That’s why I’m so excited. I’ve been placed here for a reason. There’s a purpose for me being here and it’s not because of anything that anything that we do. It’s because a divine person said for me to be here. That’s why I’m so excited.

    Q: How would you assess your pass coverage skills?

    *******************************

    Thank you to whoever asked the next question and transitioned from that nonsense.

  24. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    11.MistaBrown Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
    Dakota is a tool bag.

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    Even though I like the guy, I’m going to have to agree with that tonight.

  25. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I’m sure Al had his on on Barton’s little brother from way back in the day.

  26. LA to TheBay Says:

    There’s a purpose for me being here and it’s not because of anything that anything that we do. It’s because a divine person said for me to be here. That’s why I’m so excited
    ———————

    Look at my boy Aaron giving props to Al.

  27. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    26.LA to TheBay Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:22 pm
    There’s a purpose for me being here and it’s not because of anything that anything that we do. It’s because a divine person said for me to be here. That’s why I’m so excited
    ———————

    Look at my boy Aaron giving props to Al.

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    LOL!

  28. Raider Ray Says:

    I hope that Tebow report is accurate. That kid can play ball.

  29. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    This is a good pick, will pay dividens for years. Who did this?

  30. Raiduh4life Says:

    Raiiiiiiders!!!

    Hey fellas I have 4 raider tickets available that I want to sell for the following games I can’t make it to:
    Chiefs and chargers.

    I’m coming up for browns game on sunday so I can hand deliver. Let me know if anyone is interested. Raiduh4life@yahoo.com. Sec 318 row 2. Pretty nice seats. Middle of field.

  31. 30 year raider Says:

    GOOD AFTERNOON NATION!!

  32. R8RNAZ Says:

    Curry Can Help stop the Run. Cant b worse than Groves in pass coverage.

  33. LA to TheBay Says:

    Curry sounds like a thoughtful dude with his head on his shoulders straight. Just clean all that BS up there out of your system young man and just play hard.

    That’s why you’re here.

  34. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    Damn you gotta love what Hu jack is cooking!!!

    Curry its simple see ball tackle ball, and that is where curry is at his best, its a perfect fit.

    question had bad was q groves that a player can fly into town have one practice switch positions and send groves straight to the bench? ouch

  35. Seymour Bush Says:

    DaTruth91 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    im not sure how i feel about Curry starting so soon, but in Hue we trust.
    ==================================

    With the exception of a couple of positions, defense isn’t like offense. All Aaron Curry needs to know are three words: Seek and Destroy

  36. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Later nation, good two day run on here.

  37. Kirk Says:

    Rookie quarterback Terrelle Pryor said he had several phone conversations with Davis before he died, with the last one coming a couple of weeks ago.

    “He just said, ‘Wait your turn.’ And he said, ‘Just win, baby.’ He said that quite a few times.”

  38. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # Just Fire Baby Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    I’m sure Al had his on on Barton’s little brother from way back in the day.
    ====================

    JFB,

    you know uncle Al was dialed in this dude from the gate. Big strong kid runs like the wind. perfect raider lb

    I heard greg poppa on the radio this morning talking about how davis loved this kid in the draft.

  39. LA to TheBay Says:

    question had bad was q groves that a player can fly into town have one practice switch positions and send groves straight to the bench? ouch

    ———————

    Wonder if its a straight up replacement at WLB or if this means they allow Groves to rush the passer more or play from strong side when Kam has his hand in the dirt.

  40. Raiduh4life Says:

    Should be interesting to see how this linebacker scene shakes out. I’m excited nonetheless. Should be a badass game! Full house…/emotions…..it’ll be electric!

    Raiders!!!

  41. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # Seymour Bush Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    DaTruth91 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    im not sure how i feel about Curry starting so soon, but in Hue we trust.
    ==================================

    With the exception of a couple of positions, defense isn’t like offense. All Aaron Curry needs to know are three words: Seek and Destroy
    ============

    besides groves is there ready if curry is in over his head.

  42. LA to TheBay Says:

    I heard greg poppa on the radio this morning talking about how davis loved this kid in the draft.

    ———-

    Somebody mentioned Pop was talking about another trade — for a DB?

  43. 30 year raider Says:

    Method To My Madness Says

    the words you wrote on sat afternoon after OUR man passed made me break down br.. prob the most hearfelt schit i read in a about someone ever… i have been reading but not posting much. been working 2 jobs keeping my wife home with our lil guy, after a bad experience with a nanny.. just wanted to tell you thanks for pouring your heart out there!!

  44. exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:

    Repost:308.exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:32 pm
    Johnnies Pastrami on Sepulveda in Culver City around the corner from Tito’s Tacos. Oh I miss those two places. lol

  45. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # LA to TheBay Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:30 pm

    question had bad was q groves that a player can fly into town have one practice switch positions and send groves straight to the bench? ouch

    ———————

    Wonder if its a straight up replacement at WLB or if this means they allow Groves to rush the passer more or play from strong side when Kam has his hand in the dirt.
    ============

    remember though in the nickle they bring in missle mike and he acts like an lb

  46. exlaraiderseasonticketholder Says:

    38-17 Raiders over the Brownies.

  47. Kirk Says:

    The Oakland Raiders have inquired with several NFL front-office executives, including Baltimore Ravens director of player personnel Eric DeCosta, about their general manager position, league sources said Thursday.

  48. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # LA to TheBay Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    I heard greg poppa on the radio this morning talking about how davis loved this kid in the draft.

    ———-

    Somebody mentioned Pop was talking about another trade — for a DB?
    ————

    he said he suspects there may be more to come with dbs’, but admitted it was speculation.

    By the way I am damn grateful pop is on the radio, because this station is full of nothing but raider haters! he add perspective and balance and shoots down so many of the myths that surround Davis, as he forged a very solid relationship with him, and was trusted by AL

  49. YoungAmerican Says:

    Jabari Greer might be a possible trade target if the Raiders are looking for a DB.

  50. Seymour Bush Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:31 pm

    # Seymour Bush Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    DaTruth91 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    im not sure how i feel about Curry starting so soon, but in Hue we trust.
    ==================================

    With the exception of a couple of positions, defense isn’t like offense. All Aaron Curry needs to know are three words: Seek and Destroy
    ============

    besides groves is there ready if curry is in over his head.
    ==============================================

    The big mistake Seattle made with this player is thinking he is going to be a Lawrence Taylor type of pass rusher. Then they started moving him around which probably set him back. Based on everything I am sticking to what I said days ago, that Curry is probably best slated to be inside, and could very well be a pro bowl type MLB.

  51. 30 year raider Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Damn you gotta love what Hu jack is cooking!!!

    Curry its simple see ball tackle ball, and that is where curry is at his best, its a perfect fit.

    question had bad was q groves that a player can fly into town have one practice switch positions and send groves straight to the bench? ouch
    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    i thought the same thing when i saw that too.. there just gonna make it really simple for curry.. back to basics.. and by the sound of it doesnt really seem like we are doing anything exotic out there.. even when they interviewd Huff earlier in the week about the int, he basically said we just went back to our straight up man to man def with a straight up bull rush..

  52. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    Just finished reading the Q&A with Curry..

    Obviously, Herrera is still at the door with a pitcher of Silver&Black kool-aid, for every new guy that comes through it…

  53. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    30, B@UCE! Brian the super RAIDER!

  54. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    BRIEN!!

  55. TheToozFan55 Says:

    LOLOLOL – Seymour, you’re right. SEEK AND DESTROY, BABY!

  56. RaiderChaos Says:

    52.909RaiderLifer Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:38 pm
    Just finished reading the Q&A with Curry..

    Obviously, Herrera is still at the door with a pitcher of Silver&Black kool-aid, for every new guy that comes through it…

    ________________________________________

    He got his 15 minutes of fame with his big head on NFL Films when Hue was giving his speech in the locker room…….. Shouldn’t he keep his face out of the media? Hate him with a passion!

  57. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # 30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Damn you gotta love what Hu jack is cooking!!!

    Curry its simple see ball tackle ball, and that is where curry is at his best, its a perfect fit.

    question had bad was q groves that a player can fly into town have one practice switch positions and send groves straight to the bench? ouch
    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    i thought the same thing when i saw that too.. there just gonna make it really simple for curry.. back to basics.. and by the sound of it doesnt really seem like we are doing anything exotic out there.. even when they interviewd Huff earlier in the week about the int, he basically said we just went back to our straight up man to man def with a straight up bull rush..
    ==============================

    We are at our best when we do that, it keeps the players moving instinctively, and frees them up to be athletes. we have mixed things a bit more this season, but its mainly a way to keep the opponent a bit of balance or create the element of surprise.

    Curry is definitely better when he just knows his fit and can attack the line of scrimmage, and that is what he will do here.

  58. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Chaos, if Herra brought Curry here, I’m in. Who went after him?

  59. 30 year raider Says:

    Raiduh4life Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:25 pm

    Raiiiiiiders!!!

    Hey fellas I have 4 raider tickets available that I want to sell for the following games I can’t make it to:
    Chiefs and chargers.
    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    i might be interested in the charger game 2 tickets.. $$$ ????

  60. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Mistic, you Conn?

  61. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    He got his 15 minutes of fame with his big head on NFL Films when Hue was giving his speech in the locker room…….. Shouldn’t he keep his face out of the media? Hate him with a passion!

    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    He was the one wearing that ugly-assed suit, right off the rack from Wal-Mart?….

  62. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    909, lmfao!

  63. GaterRaider Says:

    what up b@uce. wazgud in the O?

  64. 30 year raider Says:

    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

  65. RaiderChaos Says:

    58.860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:42 pm
    Chaos, if Herra brought Curry here, I’m in. Who went after him?

    ____________________________________________

    Davis and Hue were seeking him out before this week. They had been eyeing him since the beginning of the year, but his price was too steep. It was only because he got benched this week that they lowered the asking proce, probably considering he was a “Cancer” on his team bringing down Pete Carrols Mojo.

  66. LA to TheBay Says:

    remember though in the nickle they bring in missle mike and he acts like an lb

    ——————

    Right, I was thinking more like Groves and Kam on the ends, but Moss is playing pretty well, so yeah, Groves may be riding the pine.

  67. RaiderChaos Says:

    61.909RaiderLifer Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:45 pm
    He got his 15 minutes of fame with his big head on NFL Films when Hue was giving his speech in the locker room…….. Shouldn’t he keep his face out of the media? Hate him with a passion!

    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    He was the one wearing that ugly-assed suit, right off the rack from Wal-Mart?….

    ________________________________________________

    I think that was the suit Al bought him when he brought him into the team 35 years ago.

  68. LA to TheBay Says:

    By the way I am damn grateful pop is on the radio, because this station is full of nothing but raider haters! he add perspective and balance and shoots down so many of the myths that surround Davis, as he forged a very solid relationship with him, and was trusted by AL

    ———

    Pop is my boy.

    Was anybody else surprised that he wasn’t like 70 years old the first time you saw him?

  69. RaiderChaos Says:

    64.30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

    ______________________________________________

    Aye……… Remember something, you guys need to consider that this dude is only 2 years into the league. It’s not like he has been in the league for 7-10 years and wants to finish his career. He is young and still coachable. Watch out for this one over the long haul.

  70. raiderinparadise Says:

    He said all the right things. I think he is a raider-fit. Has a chip on his shoulder and our scheme allows him to just react to the ball and man. Love it right now.

  71. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Chaos, we signed him, he got a number, welcome to RAIDER football! Let’s break some heads! RAIDER UP!

  72. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # 860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:43 pm

    Mistic, you Conn?
    ======================

    ????? no i think

  73. RaiderChaos Says:

    71.860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:51 pm
    Chaos, we signed him, he got a number, welcome to RAIDER football! Let’s break some heads! RAIDER UP!

    _________________________________

    NEXT MAN UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  74. Raiduh4life Says:

    30 year old raider

    if I can’t sell em all together I will let you know. I’d prefer to sell all 4 it’s just easier. I bought em for 76 a seat for season ticketholder price. So you can make me an offer if I sell em 2 at a time. I’d like as close as possible to that. But I’ll let you know if i sell em in pairs. Send me an email so I have your contact. Thanks bro.

  75. raiderinparadise Says:

    Although I do think starting him right away is REALLY BOLD.

  76. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    lol u guys r weirdos! im loving the false reporting.tom brady just got traded to oakland for a bag of fritos!heard it here first

  77. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    i could see groves rotating with byant on the end, im sure he wont be totally left out.

    By the way bryant did a hell of a job setting the edge, no pass rush from there but he helped the run d

  78. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Mistic, Mistic is 10 mins from here, just sayin, no problem bro!

  79. RaiderAlley Says:

    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    64.30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

    ______________________________________________

    Aye……… Remember something, you guys need to consider that this dude is only 2 years into the league. It’s not like he has been in the league for 7-10 years and wants to finish his career. He is young and still coachable. Watch out for this one over the long haul.
    =================
    He sucked under Mora. and under Carroll.
    Got beat out by a 4th string guy.
    Yeah, he’s young. So is Jamarcus russell.
    he had a horrible two years. So did russell.
    reality is some guys just aren’t good, regardless.

  80. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    i was loving the five d-lineman set against houston that was badass.those are 5 nasty dudes to fight with

  81. RaiderAlley Says:

    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    71.860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:51 pm
    Chaos, we signed him, he got a number, welcome to RAIDER football! Let’s break some heads! RAIDER UP!

    _________________________________

    NEXT MAN UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    —————
    Ah.
    Middle school level rah rah.
    I miss those days

  82. 30 year raider Says:

    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    64.30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

    ______________________________________________

    Aye……… Remember something, you guys need to consider that this dude is only 2 years into the league. It’s not like he has been in the league for 7-10 years and wants to finish his career. He is young and still coachable. Watch out for this one over the long haul.
    #####################################

    curry has 22 tackles on the year… groves has 19 wimbley has 17… and he didnt even play last week… i say 6 tackles and a SACK !!!

  83. RaiderChaos Says:

    79.RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:55 pm
    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    64.30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

    ______________________________________________

    Aye……… Remember something, you guys need to consider that this dude is only 2 years into the league. It’s not like he has been in the league for 7-10 years and wants to finish his career. He is young and still coachable. Watch out for this one over the long haul.
    =================
    He sucked under Mora. and under Carroll.
    Got beat out by a 4th string guy.
    Yeah, he’s young. So is Jamarcus russell.
    he had a horrible two years. So did russell.
    reality is some guys just aren’t good, regardless.

    _________________________________________________

    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something.

  84. 30 year raider Says:

    Raiduh4life Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    30 year old raider

    if I can’t sell em all together I will let you know. I’d prefer to sell all 4 it’s just easier. I bought em for 76 a seat for season ticketholder price. So you can make me an offer if I sell em 2 at a time. I’d like as close as possible to that. But I’ll let you know if i sell em in pairs. Send me an email so I have your contact. Thanks bro.
    #######################################
    thats cool bro. i dont have your e mail tho..lol

  85. LA to TheBay Says:

    RaiderAlley,

    Get what you’re saying, but at the same time, you got to take a measure of the man himself. Russell obviously has no pride and little self respect.

    A guy like DHB has been crucified but his raw talent was obvious and the big difference is he’s a hard worker and its finally paying off for him.

    My hope is that Curry turns out like that. Works hard, gives 100% on every play. We got him on the cheap and he was really polished coming out of college so I think he’s got big time potential.

    Of course, I’m no expert.

    We’ll find out soon enough, cause his @$$ is getting thrown to the wolves like a lot of young Raiders over the last 3 years or so.

    May just be the best thing to ever happen to him.

    I’m out, Nation.

    Be good.

  86. RaiderAlley Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:36 p

    By the way I am damn grateful pop is on the radio, because this station is full of nothing but raider haters! he add perspective and balance and shoots down so many of the myths that surround Davis, as he forged a very solid relationship with him, and was trusted by AL
    ================================
    He was never trusted by Al.
    He was, however, paid by Al, and was told exactly what he could, and couldn’t say.
    Same with Flores. Same with Plunkett.

  87. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # 860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Mistic, Mistic is 10 mins from here, just sayin, no problem bro!
    ==================

    oh okay its a place, no sweat bra, i just didn’t know what you meant i failed geography

  88. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Raider Alley, I’ve loved this team since 1964, and you?

  89. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something
    _______________________________________________________

    would you say the same about a former 1st round 1st overall pick jabum russel

  90. 30 year raider Says:

    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    79.RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:55 pm
    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    64.30 year raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
    man we have done well with reclamation projects in the past, i really feel the tide is turning in our favor… theres NO REASON if we give curry the freedom to do what he does best and WE CAN PUT PRESSURE on mccoy that CURRY can have somewhere between 6-8 tackles and maybe even get a sack!!!

    ______________________________________________

    Aye……… Remember something, you guys need to consider that this dude is only 2 years into the league. It’s not like he has been in the league for 7-10 years and wants to finish his career. He is young and still coachable. Watch out for this one over the long haul.
    =================
    He sucked under Mora. and under Carroll.
    Got beat out by a 4th string guy.
    Yeah, he’s young. So is Jamarcus russell.
    he had a horrible two years. So did russell.
    reality is some guys just aren’t good, regardless.

    _________________________________________________

    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something.
    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    lets not include curry with jawalrus bro.. he hasnt even played a game yet, like HUE said CLEAN SLATE HERE!!

  91. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    but i agree hes worth the trade let em play

  92. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Mistic, google Mistic Conn, very nice sea-town. Thats all, it’s good!

  93. 30 year raider Says:

    I WILL BE RIGHT ON WITH THIS SCORE…
    RAIDERS 38 browns 17

  94. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    my worries though what if this dude sucks and it causes a rift in the locker room cuz they know they had better in groves

  95. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:36 p

    By the way I am damn grateful pop is on the radio, because this station is full of nothing but raider haters! he add perspective and balance and shoots down so many of the myths that surround Davis, as he forged a very solid relationship with him, and was trusted by AL
    ================================
    He was never trusted by Al.
    He was, however, paid by Al, and was told exactly what he could, and couldn’t say.
    Same with Flores. Same with Plunkett.
    ====================

    Thanks but ill take pop at his word, and pop said they had many private talks and visits and any of the things he shared with pop , pop never leaked. Even to this day pop said he wouldnt divulge much of what they talked about.

  96. LA to TheBay Says:

    Sybil got another one?

  97. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@

    lets not include curry with jawalrus bro.. he hasnt even played a game yet, like HUE said CLEAN SLATE HERE!!

    ___________________________________________________

    yea i know i was j/k shows u what a crapshoot the draft is though

  98. RaiderAlley Says:

    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:59 pm.

    _________________________________________________

    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something.
    =================
    Oh, I get it.
    You want me to just get all giggly, regardless?

    It was you that pointed out that he’s only been in two years, that we all need to “remember that”.
    I simply pointed out others have also come and gone in as short a time, rated and drafted much higher.

    you are right. Let’s see what he can do.
    Then I’ll state it’s an awesome deal, unlike you who’s dancing with joy that we got him.
    I’m not.
    Also not happy Hue is also propping him, big time, before he even gets his name sewn on.
    Starting immediately?
    Good think it’s the Browns.

  99. JB Says:

    Wasn’t Dick Butkus’ number 51? Maybe that’s an excellent omen. I certainly hope so! A revitalized Curry might be exactly what we need at LB position. Operation Smash & Grab: Smash the runner and Grab the ball – a stop & turnover. The name of our game.

  100. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    McSkinny, this is a plus, whether to put him in is Hues choice, I’m going with HUE!

  101. RaiderAlley Says:

    Ya, Papa had many talks with Al.
    So did Cable.
    as I recall, a guy named Joe Bugel had daily talks with Al.
    Can’t really assume anything, can ya?

  102. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    i agree nver said i didnt like the trade

  103. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    based on what i have seen hu knows how to evaluate talent, he is the new davis.

  104. JB Says:

    mcskinnnylegs Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    my worries though what if this dude sucks and it causes a rift in the locker room cuz they know they had better in groves
    ***********************

    HuJack is not about to let that happen. If his play is not as good as Groves, Groves will go back in.

  105. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Ya, Papa had many talks with Al.
    So did Cable.
    as I recall, a guy named Joe Bugel had daily talks with Al.
    Can’t really assume anything, can ya?
    ===============

    what do failed coaches have to do with greg poppa and davis relationship?

    again ill roll with what pop said, do as you choose

  106. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    i watch games over and over and groves doesnt seem that bad i guess there beef is he never makes any impact plays

  107. RaiderAlley Says:

    860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:01 pm

    Raider Alley, I’ve loved this team since 1964, and you?
    ———————–
    all the more humorous your giggly “Raider Up”

    I’m an adult.
    You?

  108. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Mistic, I like his choices, He’s trying to correct this team, I’m in!

  109. RaiderChaos Says:

    89.mcskinnnylegs Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:01 pm
    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something
    _______________________________________________________

    would you say the same about a former 1st round 1st overall pick jabum russel

    _____________________________________________________

    Who didn’t say that about him? Everyone wanted him to play. It was TEBOW TIME all over again in Oaktown…… Looks like everyone that rode that bandwaggon quickly came off, annointing the dude as the Messiah before he even completed a ball. All I am saying is that Curry has potential. Its proven in the Raw Uncut video I have on my blog…… RaiderChaos.Blogspot.com………. Jawalrus did it in one game and was not worth it. Never liked the dude, never rode that bandwaggon and ever would.

  110. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    im out fellas code black

  111. RaiderChaos Says:

    98.RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
    RaiderChaos Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:59 pm.

    _________________________________________________

    Well aren’t you Captain KillAHigh. Jesus, let the dude don a jersey for at least one game before you impale him.

    He came to us for a 7th rounder and a midlevel player. Do you really think that a FIRST ROUND PICK #4 overall was not worth that? Seriously bro, get-cho-panties out of that bunch and smoke a joint or something.
    =================
    Oh, I get it.
    You want me to just get all giggly, regardless?

    It was you that pointed out that he’s only been in two years, that we all need to “remember that”.
    I simply pointed out others have also come and gone in as short a time, rated and drafted much higher.

    you are right. Let’s see what he can do.
    Then I’ll state it’s an awesome deal, unlike you who’s dancing with joy that we got him.
    I’m not.
    Also not happy Hue is also propping him, big time, before he even gets his name sewn on.
    Starting immediately?
    Good think it’s the Browns.

    _________________________________________________

    Potatoe Potato….. Glass half full…..Glass half empty……. I didn’t annoint dude at all. But I will say that I believe he is worth what we gave up for him! If you don’t agree, then dont agree.

  112. RaiderAlley Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Ya, Papa had many talks with Al.
    So did Cable.
    as I recall, a guy named Joe Bugel had daily talks with Al.
    Can’t really assume anything, can ya?
    ===============

    what do failed coaches have to do with greg poppa and davis relationship?

    again ill roll with what pop said, do as you choose
    =====================
    Point was you commented how they spoke all the time.
    From that you automatically felt Al trusted him.
    Papa never stated “Al trusts me”.
    You, however, did. I simply replied Al trusted very very few people, and no way in hell Papa was on that short list.
    this is where you reply “How do you know?”

    You strike me as a teen? Lots of posters on your wall? Live and breathe by what any raider coach/owner says? Takes it as gospel?
    Your comment above about Hue being the new Al Davis pretty much seals it.

    Kind of..odd that you live vicariously through a football team, isn’t it?

  113. raiderkoolaid Says:

    I was looking for some stats, and I happened to stumble across DVD’s 40 time for the combine, a 4.28 which I guess at least partially explains why he got drafted by The Raiders, but it brought to mind a play early in the Texan’s game where DVD had covered that reciever, Jones, of the Texans on a deep ball and DVD had done a good job on the play. The TV anouncer commented on how DVD had done a good job staying undernieth the faster player and not let him get behind him. Really, is that Jones of the Texans faster than a 4.28 forty? I wonder where these guys get there info from.

  114. ArmChair GM Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 2:14 pm

    208.Just Fire Baby Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 2:06 pm
    Or my personal favorite, Basketball Wives.

    Who knew that two of those chicks were from Oakland?

    Matt Barnes and Gilber Arenas’ baby mama’s.

    ************************

    I did…damn shame them two hoes are on tv acting like they someone
    ______________________________________________________

    lol…The Govan girls…Went to Skyline High in the Oakland Hills. Gloria is still pretty bad…Laura is curtains tho…

  115. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    107.RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:09 pm
    860Todd Christensen Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:01 pm

    Raider Alley, I’ve loved this team since 1964, and you?
    ———————–
    all the more humorous your giggly “Raider Up”

    I’m an adult.
    You?
    ///////////////////////////////////////////////
    I’m the most immature, Raider Busting, Raider fan on the East Coast! You are new here, or in disguise, RAIDER UP FOOL!

  116. TerrapinRaider Says:

    Wow. Starting after 1-day with the Raiders? Al must have seen something very special in this guy. They must see something very special and thought Seattle was using him all wrong. I look forward to seeing him out on the field this Sunday.

  117. raiderkoolaid Says:

    Go Tebow. Bring the donkeys win total to 3 or 4 and keep them out of the suck for Luck sweepstakes.

  118. TerrapinRaider Says:

    I think him and Groves will rotate a lot as he transitions in. But that is one big endorsement to start him that quick. Only other person to do that in recent memory was Seymour.

  119. raiderkoolaid Says:

    I wonder if starting Curry already says more about Curry or about Groves?

  120. Tjbwall Says:

    Groves will be moved back to his standout position at Jaxonville

    - Special Teams standout

    All kidding aside Groves gives us another solid backup in case of injuries(Groves/Blackstock/Brown/Goethel solid bench)

  121. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Ya, Papa had many talks with Al.
    So did Cable.
    as I recall, a guy named Joe Bugel had daily talks with Al.
    Can’t really assume anything, can ya?
    ===============

    what do failed coaches have to do with greg poppa and davis relationship?

    again ill roll with what pop said, do as you choose
    =====================
    Point was you commented how they spoke all the time.
    From that you automatically felt Al trusted him.
    Papa never stated “Al trusts me”.
    You, however, did. I simply replied Al trusted very very few people, and no way in hell Papa was on that short list.
    this is where you reply “How do you know?”

    You strike me as a teen? Lots of posters on your wall? Live and breathe by what any raider coach/owner says? Takes it as gospel?
    Your comment above about Hue being the new Al Davis pretty much seals it.

    Kind of..odd that you live vicariously through a football team, isn’t it?
    =========================

    Live vicariously? is that your diagnosis…wait WHO GIVES A FUGG WHAT YOU THINK?

    Besides that you are wrong, pop said that davis told him things that he knew Davis would never want in public. Therfore Davis trusted pop, with information. Fairly simple.

    here come the impostors

  122. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    Terra, he brings a LOT to the table, thinking Moss being a dyck, pass not so good, run is shutdown. We need it, I want to know who is running this team, who signed him?

  123. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    Groves struggled closing off the edge, see fosters 20 yard run

  124. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    RaiderAlley?!

    Why don’t you just come on here and call yourself MR? Who are you fooling? MaddenRaider is a good name. Just be yourself and quit hiding.

    You need to man-up dikhead.

  125. KoolKell Says:

    Kinda surprised to see Curry start this week.

  126. 860Todd Christensen Says:

    England, MR is toast in here, but like acid reflux, he renames himself. Thanks for the info, I don’t respond to him,, thanks Bro!

  127. TerrapinRaider Says:

    Curry-McClain-Wimbley …Thats a big LB corp.

    ShoNasty/Moss-Seymour-Kelly-Houston

    Thats just one big front 7.

  128. HairyBush Says:

    Qodrn mark my score down, thanx

    Raiders 27
    Brownies 21

  129. TerrapinRaider Says:

    It says more about Groves. The Raiders would not have traded for Curry if Groves was performing as they wanted. Plus, look at how much Groves was playing in the preseason. The writing was already on the wall. They were looking for a replacement since the season started.

  130. 30 year raider Says:

    ///////////////////////////////////////////////
    I’m the most immature, Raider Busting, Raider fan on the East Coast! You are new here, or in disguise, RAIDER UP FOOL!
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    LMAO!!! if its any consolation ive been here since 1979..

  131. 30 year raider Says:

    i need to change my name to 30 year raider + 2….

  132. TerrapinRaider Says:

    I can’t believe the Broncos are willing to trade Lloyd. That team is just dumb. He’s their best damn playa!

  133. TerrapinRaider Says:

    Well, lets say he’s one of their best playas on a playa-less team. Do they want to win or what?

  134. RaiderDuck Says:

    Aaron Curry practices ONCE, then starts.

    Dear Quentin Groves:

    You suck.

    Sincerely, Hue Jackson

  135. Raiduh4life Says:

    30 year old raider….Raiduh4life@yahoo.com

  136. antispy3 Says:

    The thing is, will Curry be able to “pull the trigger” on sunday?

    Good thing the Raiders run an attacking style of defense opposed to a “read & react” principle. The Raiders are responsible for one gap only; the defense Curry was saddled with in Seattle employs a two-gap approach.

    Supposedly the Raiders defense plays to Curry’s strengths. The last thing needed are 10 guys flowing to the ball & one guy playing hesitantly. Well, we all know Hue’s approach; go all out. If you make a mistake, make it @ full speed (re: miltiple chunk plays against the defense; reward? sacks/turnovers).

    I too am surprised Curry is installed in the lineup soo soon. Perhaps he plays in base situations. Perhaps the Raiders defense is so easy to assimilate (Curry did attend Wake Forest. He graduated. don’t think he suffers from “Deacon Blues”). He’s supposed to be a good pass rusher, or @ least brings the potential. Anxcious to see how he performs as a blitzer. Since he’s starting on the weak side Wimbeley must be playing more end. Probably more base action for Dez Bryant. Gotta reduce Moss’ PT to keep him fresh for the pass rush. But, if the Raiders bring the focus I see no reason they won’t come out & totally annilate the Brownies to the tune of 38-16. I respect Cleveland, but without their best pass rush end & Alex Mack probably out their ability to attack the Raiders will be significantly hindered. Hillis is a horse, though. Just the type of guy that will test the D; a big, physical downhill runner.

    And don’t forget Joshua Cribbs. He’s the most physically imposing return man since Brian Mitchell of the, mainly, Wahington Redskins. The Special Teams were anything like that in regards to the return teams. Hopefully the replacement for Hiram Eugene has made a difference. Having MM34 back helps. His attitude is great; Hue doesn’t quite have him harnessed, but he’s got MM34. MM34 will run through walls for Hue. Literally. Man, there’s smoething about him. Psycopath, anyone? Sure glad he’s on our team. We’ll need him against the Brownies multiple TE (as many as 3) formations. Their wides are mediocre @ best & Colt McCoy is hardly a diffference maker. I just hope we don’t hurt him too bad on Sunday.

    Their “D” is formidable, but without Pollard @ the DE & probably lacking Joe Haden (Louis Murphy can tell you about him)@ corner the Brownies will be a bit challenged.

    Missing four key performers on the road against a formidable, emotionally charged opponent AND a deafening (for 60 minutes, y’all! I do when I’m there!) sellout crowd is a cocktail named disaster, forceably & continuiously served until the final gun or the unfortunate opponent is rendered comatose (which may be the merciful thing to happen).

    Raiders 38 Brownies 16

  137. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Raiderally? MR your a douche bag, seriouslly.

    Log into your Alex7 account and give us the coach-em-up inside scoop about AC.

  138. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    err, you’re

  139. mizza Says:

    The more i think about curry, the more I like the trade. He’s got a ton talent. 4th overall pick, 260 lbs, 4.56 40, best vertical and broad jump in the 2009 combine for lbs.

    From the interview, it seems he’s a bit mentally fragile and got buried by the expectations.

    Here, he wont have those expectations to live up to. Here, he’ll have a chance to start over, away from the spotlight. I think he makes it count and finally lives up to his potential.

  140. RaiderAlley Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    =========================

    Live vicariously? is that your diagnosis…wait WHO GIVES A FUGG WHAT YOU THINK?

    Besides that you are wrong, pop said that davis told him things that he knew Davis would never want in public. Therfore Davis trusted pop, with information. Fairly simple.

    here come the impostors
    —————-
    first off, it’s a blog. No real names. No accountability. No one actually cares what anyone thinks, right? it’s all opinion. It’s just you seem to get all uppity when someone disagress with your opinion. Obviously you believe someone cares about your comments?
    they don’t. trust me.

    your analogy of “al told papa things he said he shouldn’t reveal in public” means Al now trusts the guy?

    Again, teen? 17? 16? close?

    and what’s with the “here comes the imposters”?
    Ok, I admit it.
    RaideerAlley isn’t my real name.
    You got me.
    lol. quit sounding like a dweeb

  141. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    raiderkoolaid Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Go Tebow. Bring the donkeys win total to 3 or 4 and keep them out of the suck for Luck sweepstakes.
    ================
    KC needs two more as well.

  142. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    =========================

    Live vicariously? is that your diagnosis…wait WHO GIVES A FUGG WHAT YOU THINK?

    Besides that you are wrong, pop said that davis told him things that he knew Davis would never want in public. Therfore Davis trusted pop, with information. Fairly simple.

    here come the impostors
    —————-
    first off, it’s a blog. No real names. No accountability. No one actually cares what anyone thinks, right? it’s all opinion. It’s just you seem to get all uppity when someone disagress with your opinion. Obviously you believe someone cares about your comments?
    they don’t. trust me.

    your analogy of “al told papa things he said he shouldn’t reveal in public” means Al now trusts the guy?

    Again, teen? 17? 16? close?

    and what’s with the “here comes the imposters”?
    Ok, I admit it.
    RaideerAlley isn’t my real name.
    You got me.
    lol. quit sounding like a dweeb
    ====================

    Suck it!

  143. RaiderDuck Says:

    mizza Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    The more i think about curry, the more I like the trade. He’s got a ton talent. 4th overall pick, 260 lbs, 4.56 40, best vertical and broad jump in the 2009 combine for lbs.

    From the interview, it seems he’s a bit mentally fragile and got buried by the expectations.

    Here, he wont have those expectations to live up to. Here, he’ll have a chance to start over, away from the spotlight. I think he makes it count and finally lives up to his potential.

    ======================================

    He repeatedly talks about how relieved he was when HueJax told him he didn’t care what had happened in Seattle. He needed a fresh start.

  144. RaiderAlley Says:

    ENGLANDRAIDER Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    RaiderAlley?!

    Why don’t you just come on here and call yourself MR? Who are you fooling? MaddenRaider is a good name. Just be yourself and quit hiding.

    You need to man-up dikhead.
    ==============
    Don’t confuse me with someone who apparently either hs you blathering, or annoys you.
    I prefer to annoy you on my own merit, and not be linked to anyone else.
    If you want to dispute my words, have at it.
    Otherwise, stfu. blowing air just takes up bandwidth

  145. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    LA to TheBay Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
    Sybil got another one?

    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    Obviously….

  146. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    raiderally just in case you missed it, Suck it!

  147. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:51 pm

    Otherwise, stfu. blowing air just takes up bandwidth
    ========================
    You are a cowered MR, suck it!

  148. RaiderAlley Says:

    Whats a Drexl? Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:49 pm

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    —————-
    first off, it’s a blog. No real names. No accountability. No one actually cares what anyone thinks, right? it’s all opinion. It’s just you seem to get all uppity when someone disagress with your opinion. Obviously you believe someone cares about your comments?
    they don’t. trust me.

    your analogy of “al told papa things he said he shouldn’t reveal in public” means Al now trusts the guy?

    Again, teen? 17? 16? close?

    and what’s with the “here comes the imposters”?
    Ok, I admit it.
    RaideerAlley isn’t my real name.
    You got me.
    lol. quit sounding like a dweeb
    ====================

    Suck it!
    =============
    Odd.
    I reply to mistic.
    and a drexl feels the need to call me bully.

    odd little group some of you are.

    hey, sounds like mistic needs help, so considering you volunteered, care to help him out?

    didn’t think so.
    You also may stfu, unless called upon

  149. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    =========================

    Live vicariously? is that your diagnosis…wait WHO GIVES A FUGG WHAT YOU THINK?

    Besides that you are wrong, pop said that davis told him things that he knew Davis would never want in public. Therfore Davis trusted pop, with information. Fairly simple.

    here come the impostors
    —————-
    first off, it’s a blog. No real names. No accountability. No one actually cares what anyone thinks, right? it’s all opinion. It’s just you seem to get all uppity when someone disagress with your opinion. Obviously you believe someone cares about your comments?
    they don’t. trust me.

    your analogy of “al told papa things he said he shouldn’t reveal in public” means Al now trusts the guy?

    Again, teen? 17? 16? close?

    and what’s with the “here comes the imposters”?
    Ok, I admit it.
    RaideerAlley isn’t my real name.
    You got me.
    lol. quit sounding like a dweeb
    =============================

    i guess you care about my comments because you keep jocking me.

    dont believe pop, thats on you, ill take him at his word.

    yes impostor fits you well, pretending to be a raider fan only you want to trash all things silver and black including Davis hu jack and now curry.

    You are painfully transparent, now do us all a favor and stop posting.

    carry on

  150. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    raiderally suck it long time.

  151. LA to TheBay Says:

    909RaiderLifer Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:51 pm
    LA to TheBay Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
    Sybil got another one?

    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    Obviously….

    ==================

    Actually, not sure.

    This dude sounds a lot more like a guy who used to post here named Richochet.

    Spent all day on the blog calling dudes nerds for spending all day on a blog.

    “Vicariously through another team/man/player” was one of his signature rambles.

    That you, Rich?

    They let you out? Did you have to register after?

  152. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    raider alley = Hershey alley

  153. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:54 pm

    Whats a Drexl? Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:49 pm

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    —————-
    first off, it’s a blog. No real names. No accountability. No one actually cares what anyone thinks, right? it’s all opinion. It’s just you seem to get all uppity when someone disagress with your opinion. Obviously you believe someone cares about your comments?
    they don’t. trust me.

    your analogy of “al told papa things he said he shouldn’t reveal in public” means Al now trusts the guy?

    Again, teen? 17? 16? close?

    and what’s with the “here comes the imposters”?
    Ok, I admit it.
    RaideerAlley isn’t my real name.
    You got me.
    lol. quit sounding like a dweeb
    ====================

    Suck it!
    =============
    Odd.
    I reply to mistic.
    and a drexl feels the need to call me bully.

    didn’t think so.
    You also may stfu, unless called upon
    =====================
    You going to be at the game?

  154. RaiderAlley Says:

    can someone do me a favor?
    can you point me at a post, or name, that you state is me?
    want to see what some of you are getting a hissyfit about.

  155. LA to TheBay Says:

    It’s just you seem to get all uppity
    —————-

    Oh hell no.

  156. Raider2DaHeart Says:

    Put Me Down Boyz..

    Raiders 34
    Browns 24

  157. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    can someone do me a favor?
    can you point me at a post, or name, that you state is me?
    want to see what some of you are getting a hissyfit about.
    =======================
    Suck it.

  158. RaiderAlley Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    raider alley = Hershey alley
    ============
    I was right.
    16-17 yrs old.
    thanks for proving my point

  159. LA to TheBay Says:

    Definitely Rich.

    Yada yada. Cut and paste, cut and paste.

    Snide remark.

    Twinkie.

  160. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    hissy fit, & uppity ?

    yep hershey alley

  161. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    Im out, this impostor is boring

  162. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    peace nation

  163. antispy3 Says:

    Mistic, @ post # 103 you’re only referring to Hue as the “New Davis” as a talent evaluator, right? The comparison goes no further, right? I’m on board with Hue but, man, he’s the biggest opportunist ( opportunity knocked & Hue was already holding the door open. Talk about timing!) since Bill Gates. You know what those on the Raiders that completed their college education have that Gates doesn’t possess? A sheepskin; a diploma.

  164. LA to TheBay Says:

    Mistic, just wait til he calls you “pumpkin” or “pudding” or “sweetheart.”

    Rich disappeared right around the time the Raiders became relevant again.

    Seems like he’s been gone for a county year or so, LOL.

  165. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    raider alley = Hershey alley
    ============
    I was right.
    16-17 yrs old.
    thanks for proving my point
    ==================
    MR why you so interested in 16-17 yr old’s? Pedo much?

  166. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    Actually, not sure.
    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    Hmmmmm, you have a point there LA to TheBay..

    Definitely possible…

  167. mizza Says:

    And another thing that gets me excited about curry is that he fills a huge need. All our linebackers are too slow to be effective in coverage. I often yell at mcclain after he gets burnt by a tight end, but in truth, no one else on this team would be able to do any better. Mcclain, groves, wimbley, brown, goethel are all slow as molasses.

    Curry is a fast, athletic guy who can run with tight ends and running backs. That is going to really help our defense. if he’s able to seal the edge and prevent those outside runs that have been gutting us, even better. Man, can’t wait to see what this kid has to offer.

  168. KoolKell Says:

    Drexl Troll,

    Suck it, unless you have some football takes. I don’t know why you damned trolls anoint yourselves “speaker of the house”

  169. RaiderAlley Says:

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    =============================

    i guess you care about my comments because you keep jocking me.

    dont believe pop, thats on you, ill take him at his word.

    yes impostor fits you well, pretending to be a raider fan only you want to trash all things silver and black including Davis hu jack and now curry.

    You are painfully transparent, now do us all a favor and stop posting.

    carry on
    ===============
    what you really mean is “you disgree with me, and make more sense than I do. I hate to have to admit I’m wrong, so instead I’ll call you transparent.”

    Grow a pair, young man.
    Make your own stance, instead of saying “I buy into everything said or done”.
    I don’t like the trade, and sure as heck don’t like him starting.
    to you that means I’m not a raider fan?
    screw you, kid.

  170. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # antispy3 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    Mistic, @ post # 103 you’re only referring to Hue as the “New Davis” as a talent evaluator, right? The comparison goes no further, right?
    ===================

    That is exactly what i meant, but ill add to that his vision for the team in terms of offensive philosophy as well. bully ball and the long bomb!!!

    Ok now im really out

    peace nation

  171. ghostraiders Says:

    Stfu. …,!! One of sully the morons favorite post!! Alley=Sullivan 44…Lmao. .. whata douche bag!!

  172. Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:

    # RaiderAlley Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm

    Mistic1 Tha Supavillain Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    =============================

    i guess you care about my comments because you keep jocking me.

    dont believe pop, thats on you, ill take him at his word.

    yes impostor fits you well, pretending to be a raider fan only you want to trash all things silver and black including Davis hu jack and now curry.

    You are painfully transparent, now do us all a favor and stop posting.

    carry on
    ===============
    what you really mean is “you disgree with me, and make more sense than I do. I hate to have to admit I’m wrong, so instead I’ll call you transparent.”

    Grow a pair, young man.
    =================

    I have a pair, you can find them on your girlfriends chin

  173. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    Seems like he’s been gone for a county year or so, LOL.

    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
    Bingo!

    ice COLD beer time for me, take care all…

    Play like a RAIDER!…..

  174. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    Just off the 580, about a mile from Hooters.

    This year.

  175. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 5:01 pm

    Drexl Troll,

    Suck it, unless you have some football takes. I don’t know why you damned trolls anoint yourselves “speaker of the house
    =================
    Oh now Krappy don’t throw a hissy. Did my commentary about your constant anti-AD vitriol from the last years touch a nerve. Yea thought so.

  176. KoolKell Says:

    Don’t kid yourself, Troll.

  177. antispy3 Says:

    Have you talked to your brother Eric Barton about being a Raider?

    Curry: Yeah, Eric’s way more excited than I am. I’m excited, and he’s like over-the-mountain excited. He’s like, I mean, when can I come up? Where can I stay? I’ll be there tomorrow. I’ll see you tomorrow. What’s the defense look like? Tell the coaches I say hey? I think he’s revisiting his time here and he had some special time here. I believe he went to the Super Bowl in 2002, so he’s extremely excited. He should be here today and he’s going to show me the ropes and he’s going to tell me all about Raider football, and I’m also excited about that, to actually have the history in my blood and be able to talk to him, he’s going to tell me how it should look and how we should do it.

    Gotta love that pedigree. That appeases my anxeity levels. I knew he would be embraced but I didn’t know how tight he was with the LB’s room already. Not that this will be seemless but seems he’s in a tailor made situation. Good vibes for Sunday!

    Raiders 38 Brownies 16. Bspn has a analyst faction referring to this as a “trap” game.

    I do not see it that way. New Raider team, new results.

    Get used to it!

  178. 30 year raider Says:

    2010 stats
    wimbley 58 tackles/ 9.0 sacks
    romac 85 tackles/ .5sacks
    groves 40 tackles/ 0 sacks

    arron curry 73 tackles/ 3.5 sacks…

    this guys numbers here will BLOW THE PHUK UP!!

  179. elraidmanhattan Says:

    The Curry move will turn out to be a very good deal, the defense is made for him, he is fast, just keep it simple and I will tell you Curry will exceed expectations here. I wanted him in the draft, knew there was no chance, glad he is here. Groves is a converted DE, Curry is a already a. Upgrade.
    And all you punks who creamed McClain will regret it, just like DHB who is just starting to show how good he can be.
    Mark that down!
    I grew up in Brooklyn, so I would like a challenge.

  180. djohnnyg Says:

    311.djohnnyg Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 5:47 pm
    302.DMAC Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 3:00 pm
    Repost

    According to NFL Network’s Jason LaCanfora, the Raiders have already begun casting about for a new general manager, inquiring with several NFL front offices.
    The front office is being restructured following the death of Al Davis. One name high on Oakland’s list is Ravens director of player personnel Eric DeCosta. That would seem to be a long shot considering DeCosta has turned down offers in the recent past. He’s the successor to Ozzie Newsome in Baltimore.
    Related: Ravens
    Source: NFL.com

    =====

    Thoughts?

    Yes.

    Ron Wolf would be nice.

  181. KoolKell Says:

    Ron Wolf, has already said no.

  182. downsouthraider Says:

    Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards

  183. djohnnyg Says:

    181.KoolKell Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
    Ron Wolf, has already said no.

    Really? Never heard that. Recently?

  184. HueKnows Says:

    I’m guessing no one gets cut next week, but instead someone gets traded for a draft pick. And the only one anyone we have that we can somewhat afford to lose and get more than a 6th rounder for is Bush.

  185. RaiderDuck Says:

    Ron Wolf???

    As a consultant, or a headhunter-type to go out and hire a GM, sure.

    As the GM himself? Uh, no. Dude’s well in his 70s by now. We need younger blood.

  186. priesttj Says:

    I’m going to say this now and I know it could be wrong because to be honest I haven’t seen Curry play at this level. However what i saw at WF was awesome this guy was IMO the ONLY can’t miss in the 1st rnd his skill level was very high and I just couldn’t see this kid failing if he put the work in. Based on the interview I just heard and how excited Hue is, I think the Seahawks really screwed the pooch on this one.

    Mr Davis made a career out of teams being too impatient with high picks. I feel Curry based on what I remember if he can regain that confidence and and regain that playmaking ability I saw in college he will be a star here. What I saw in college was a superstar dominant player who was very physical and quick. Now it is true he was not natural in space but you could see that he could learn that and because of his ability to run and hit that would only be a matter of time. Now if somehow the coaches can get that out of him he will be our best LB hands down. I love RoMac but even he was not Curry when I saw Curry at WF I saw a poor man’s LT. I’m not sure how we will use him but if Hue saw what I saw, for him to get this kid and start him right away is a no-brainer. But like Jason after he got to the NFL I stopped watching him. So I don’t know what we have right now until I see him in action. But if he’s anything close with Wimbley RoMac and Curry we may have the most physical set of LB ever. These guys aren’t small quick guys they are big physical tough guys. Groves was coming on but if Curry is right! just wait until you see this kid in action when he gets comfortable.

    He might turn out to be the best player on our defense in time if he gets to his potential that’s how talented this kid is. He could be the guy who actually turns this defense into a bully.

    This is whyy I tell guys in here be patient with RoMac players take time to develope and they will show flashes but be inconsistent early and it’ll be frustrating to watch but when they get their NFL feet under them you see the full potential realized. It doesn’t matter that you were drafted in the 1st rnd you still need to develope all players do. WE stole several players on this team just like this. From Jason Campbell to Jarvis Moss and now Curry if it works out. WE don’t want to turn arond and give Romac away doing the same thing other teams do.

    What if we had CUT DHB like everyone said we should?? we would look very stupid right now……

  187. Sullivan44 Says:

    We just had an 80 year old GM most of you were OK with.

  188. morilla Says:

    No way around it. You can spin it any way you like and give all the scenarios out there but the Raiders will take this one. They are by far a superior team than the Browns. The Raiders are a matchup nightmare for them. I expect Hillis to break a couple and McCoy to hit his usual high percentage short patterns, but this is no contest. Not to mention that the O is probably going to be one of the most hostile environments we have seen in awhile.

    The only way the Raiders blow this one is if JaMeatloaf sneaks in a spikes the Gatorade with the syrup.

    Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17

  189. Sullivan44 Says:

    I think the Raiders will win, too. My prediction had the Raiders scoring 38. I must have been drunk. 38 with Campbell at QB? But I think we’ll win.

  190. The Big Banana Says:

    The only way the Raiders blow this one is if JaMeatloaf sneaks in a spikes the Gatorade with the syrup.

    _______

    Lol!

  191. priesttj Says:

    Mizza I disagree RoMac is NOT slow at all a neither is groves IMO he’s just not good in space which has nothing to do with speed. And I watch Wimbley cover and he’s not slow he’s just bulky and stiff. Our LB’s aren’t agile liek mthese little 230lbs. guys but they make uo for it with physicality and you cannot have both. Some defenses are biult for speed ours is biult very very physical. We’re a hardnosed physical defense that wants to beat you up they’re doing evrythiung tthey can to stop the run for good and contrary to popular belief you do that with your LB’s.

  192. morilla Says:

    You gave Campbell 38 Sulli? Damn, what were you drinking?

  193. RaiderDuck Says:

    BTW, I noticed that since the Curry trade, that moron Dvrick has been conspicuously absent.

    It’s been rather refreshing, actually…

  194. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:10 pm
    I think the Raiders will win, too. My prediction had the Raiders scoring 38. I must have been drunk. 38 with Campbell at QB? But I think we’ll win
    _________________________________________________________
    Didn’t I school you on that post yesterday?
    I’ll try a new angle since you forgot.
    We scored 35 and 34 points in week 2 and 3 what you don’t think Jano is good for an extra field goal.
    On a side note bully for you for picking the Raiders.

  195. Twocents Says:

    Check out Levi Damien on Thoughts from the Dark Side regarding Rob London. I like it, it’s unconventional and has Amy Trask written all over it.

  196. Sullivan44 Says:

    Oh, I suppose if Jano has a big day and we get a pick 6, we might score 38 with Campbell.

  197. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Priesttj I read but don’t blog much, I have been a raider fan since 72, but I have to say this team has something that I can’t describe it can eventually be special, I have not felt this way in quite some time, even last year I never felt comfortable with cable, but I think hue has something we were missing. I mention you because, hey I am here in Manhattan and you were one the only ones here supporting DHB, I feel the same way!

  198. Kirk Says:

    Raider Duck, please don’t say his name.

    It’s like Beetlejuice.

  199. Dstomp Says:

    Raiders 31, Browns 13

  200. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:21 pm
    Oh, I suppose if Jano has a big day and we get a pick 6, we might score 38 with Campbell.
    ***********************************
    You could easily say “with DMac, with Hue, with substitute name. See how your wannabe arguments don’t really make sense.

  201. HueKnows Says:

    ^…name”

  202. Sullivan44 Says:

    Actually, it makes perfect sense to say that the Raiders probably won’t score 38 with Campbell at QB.

  203. morilla Says:

    Just found out today that Otto’s son works for the same company as me in the IT department. Small world.

  204. Kirk Says:

    DeCosta would be good.

    I am glad the Raiders are being pro active about finding a GM.

  205. elraidmanhattan Says:

    I am not a frequent blogger but who is this Sullivan? Not a raider fan and a moron to boot.

  206. HueKnows Says:

    to you…

  207. LA to TheBay Says:

    MR, did you miss Rich?

  208. HueKnows Says:

    Elraidmanhattan Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:37 pm
    I am not a frequent blogger but who is this Sullivan? Not a raider fan and a moron to boot.
    ***********************************************
    BINGO!

  209. priesttj Says:

    Thanks Manhattan…sometimes we just get a bit too impatient because we want everything right now. But this league has never been that way. The game at this level is played at such a highlevel it takes time for kids to adjust many times. So hopefully everything works out like we think. Because I definitely have that feeling this is a special time.

  210. Twocents Says:

    Campbell is much better at home than on the road. He is one of those guys that looks good when everything is going his way. I think he’s going to look good this Sunday.

  211. Sullivan44 Says:

    To pretty much anyone who doesn’t blindly support Campbell, HueKnows. He’s an average QB, at best. He’s not known for lighting up the scoreboard.

  212. Sullivan44 Says:

    If Gradkowski were still here and starting for us, we’d be 4-1…like the Niners.

  213. LA to TheBay Says:

    When Campbell’s on, he’s great. His two best games as a Raider were v. jacksonville and Buffalo, overshadowed by the fact they were losses.

    What I like about Campbell, and the best QBs have this, is he can scratch out a W, even if he didn’t have 4 solid quarters.

    He’s by no means elite, but I think Campbell can be a solid Qb for the Raiders and win us games as opposed to just managing them.

  214. mizza Says:

    Priest,

    Your entitled to your opinion. But when i see Mcclain, i see someone that simply can’t keep up with these guys. He also doesn’t seem to be able to get sideline to sideline on those outside runs. Also, so far this year, Mcclain has allowed the most catches in the league.

    But regardless, whether its because he’s slow, or not good in space, or stiff, the point remains that we dont have a single linebacker who can effectively cover tight ends and running backs. Curry might be able to be that guy. And that keeps mcclain from being in bad situations where he is asked to do something he really isn’t made out to do (cover a fast tight end 20 yards down field).

  215. morilla Says:

    Twocents Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:41
    He is one of those guys that looks good when everything is going his way.
    —————————

    Funny, we were talking about this today. Gave him the nickname Lando, as in Lando Calrissian. I think it fits.

  216. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan ttry and think back to yesterday…come on I know you can do it…now its going to get a little harder….I told you yesterday that JC played instead of Garbagekowski and put up 59 against Denver last year….still with me?…okay 59 is a bigger # than 38….are you okay?..hope I didn’t cause a brain hemorrhage.

  217. LA to TheBay Says:

    Mizza, biggest beneficiary of Curry being out there is McClain.

  218. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Priesttj, right on. If you look at that touchdown very good example of the progress, not many receivers break tackles and take it to the house like that. Another thing very key is look at his body, completely different from a year ago, bigger and stronger I can tell you he will surpass not only crabtree, but nicks also. And keep the faith on Rolando, he will get better and better, also I walk out of my apartment every Sunday with my McClain jersey poudly. Btw my best account business wise is the NFL, go to the offices often and they always have Raider stuff for me, just know you got the east coast covered with the nation!

  219. Sullivan44 Says:

    lol. Here we go with the 2010 game at Denver again. As if that’s your typical Jason Campbell outing.

  220. Tjbwall Says:

    Mizza Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:45 pm
    Priest,

    Your entitled to your opinion. But when i see Mcclain, i see someone that simply can’t keep up with these guys. He also doesn’t seem to be able to get sideline to sideline on those outside runs. Also, so far this year, Mcclain has allowed the most catches in the league.
    ================================================

    True, But then again you don’t see Ray Lewis or Urlacher chasing around TE all day, it’s about the coaches putting them in the right position.

    McClain has this assignment because we have all seen how bad Groves & Wimbley are at manning up against TE, so out best bet has been McClain so far

    Curry might be that guy, if not i say assign MM34 that role

  221. RaiderDuck Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    If Gradkowski were still here and starting for us, we’d be 4-1…like the Niners.

    ==========================================

    The same Gradkowski who not only couldn’t beat out a rookie 2nd-rounder, but who was never even a threat to do so?

    Whatever.

  222. JR77 Says:

    I am willing to put a hit out on Rick Reilly sopranos style….I want him found in the back of a Cadillac with a rat stuffed in his mouth and a pool stick up his @ss…willing to make transaction happen now…any takers who call themselves true raiders hit me up

  223. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
    To pretty much anyone who doesn’t blindly support Campbell, HueKnows. He’s an average QB, at best. He’s not known for lighting up the scoreboard.
    *****************************************
    To anyone who has ever watched a football game its not only the 5 or 6 teams who have an elite QB that can score points. Are you saying Alex Smith is elite now?
    I don’t think JC is elite nor do I blindly support him but I do support the Raiders whole heartedly and only sometimes blindly.

  224. LA to TheBay Says:

    Well, Campbell was statistically very good in that Denver game, but he did what he does best and that was manage it.

    No turnovers, got the ball to the open guy, played high percentage ball.

    That SHOULD be the typical Campbell game.

  225. r8eray Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:36 pm
    Actually, it makes perfect sense to say that the Raiders probably won’t score 38 with Campbell at QB.

    ———

    You are probably right about that……but we can score 38+ with McFadden at RB!

    ;)

  226. LA to TheBay Says:

    LOL @ JR77

  227. Sullivan44 Says:

    Well, right now is one of those “sometimes”, Hue. Campbell’s not very good. He’s serviceable and capable, but just not where a 7 year NFL QB should be. Most QBs in this league with his results don’t last 7 years. He’s very lucky for Al Davis.

  228. r8eray Says:

    McClain and Curry will constantly compliment each other….both will benefit!

    Trust me!!

  229. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Please, everybody look at the talent on this team, this is just the start of something special. Another thing you all need to realize with Saunders, he is just starting to realize the talent here on offense, it is still work in progress you can see that with the play calling, and sometimes the play breaks down, but when it jells the offense will be a machine. A real football fan will notice these things, trust me, you have just seen some dabbling and tweaking.

  230. HueKnows Says:

    Come to think of it I think JC had a poor game but we did put up 39 in week 15. See even with weak QB we can put up points. Like LA says he just needs to manage.

  231. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Sullivan you are a sub-moronic, your comments will be submitted to the nearest mental hospital, I am in NY, so i have a place here that will take you.

  232. ghostraiders Says:

    First. . The little piece of crap hater wanted al Davis out… but is he happy?? No… now he wants our qb out…. who will it be next.. you Jack ass. ..Sullivan!! You are a fool!! Just STFU!! Take your ass back under that rock you’ve been hiding under..

  233. HueKnows Says:

    Whereas Garbagekowski is obviously not serviceable or capable.

  234. HueKnows Says:

    We are all lucky for Al Davis.

  235. Sullivan44 Says:

    Hue, you’re insulting Gradkowski personally, revealing a bitter hatred for him. I’m just criticizing Jason’s QB skills. Anyone reading can see the difference. You tell me who’s more likely to be hiding something.

  236. Sullivan44 Says:

    Jason Campbell is especially lucky for Al Davis. He’s in the UFL if not for him.

  237. morilla Says:

    McClain needs to work on his speed regardless. He needs to hire someone and do some serious training after the season.

  238. JR77 Says:

    Sullivan obviously is a fan of gradkowski because he is obsessed with polish sausage

  239. mizza Says:

    tjb, I agree. I have been disappointed in Mcclain’s overall play, but I don’t fault him for getting worked in coverage. That isn’t what his skill set allows him to do. And i do know that up until now, he’s been covering these guys because we dont have anyone better.

    This is why i’m so high on the curry trade. I see it as a way of making mcclain better by not forcing him in un-winnable situations. Our linebacking core in general is big, strong, but not very athletic. Its good to have one of those guys who can fly around and run with people down the field.

  240. Sullivan44 Says:

    JR77 and Hue Knows, why are you guys so harsh when criticizing Gradkowski, even making it personal? I can criticize Campbell without personally insulting him, because his mediocre at best QB performance stands out enough. Is the reason you guys insult Gradkowski personally because you know when it comes to QB results there’s not a lot there to insult?

  241. HueKnows Says:

    Bitter hatred? By saying he sucks? When he was a Raider I thought he sucked but never said anything good or bad. Now he is gone, good riddens. I like my QB to be able to last at least 2 games. Hiding something? Sounds like your completely open with ur man crush on Bruce. As far as anyone being able to read the dif. can you not see the other comments?

  242. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Hey, don’t even enable this guy Sullivan wasted energy, just trying to engage you, ignore this guy with the low IQ

    Campbell will get better, I am telling you it is just a comfort level.

  243. HueKnows Says:

    Is the reason you guys insult Gradkowski personally because you know when it comes to QB results there’s not a lot there to insult?
    __________________________________________
    Not too much action to evaluate while sitting on the bench.

  244. Dstomp Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    If Gradkowski were still here and starting for us, we’d be 4-1…like the Niners.
    ********************
    well at least dude got jokes, that is some funny sh!t there

  245. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan we know you hate JC, Amy Trask, and Herrera and the late Mr. Davis, anyone else?

  246. ghostraiders Says:

    Al Davis will haunt Sullivan44…. forever!! He’s going to stick a silver SWORD up your *+*&%$!!….

  247. elraidmanhattan Says:

    Sullivan, want to debate, come on, you seem to have fantasy football knowledge, I have NFL knowledge come on let’s go.

  248. ghostraiders Says:

    Hue…. he hates himself… a self hating Raiders fan!! Lol

  249. Sullivan44 Says:

    HueKnows, I won’t accuse you of having a “man crush” on Jason Campbell. I might accuse you of blind loyalty, though. After all, you admitted you’re blindly loyal at times. I think this clearly is one of them. Remember how this all started. I said we’re not likely to put up 38 with Campbell. You insist we are, referring to these obscure examples. I don’t know what Campbell’s career per game average is on points, but I’m pretty sure if it were near 38 you would have already pointed that out, instead of going to his freakish performance in Denver last year.

  250. Sullivan44 Says:

    I don’t hate the late Mr. Davis. I respect the dead. Let sleeping dogs lie. Old mafia saying. Herrera and Trask? Well, considering the debacle Trask was partly responsible for, and Herrera’s embarrassing behavior a few years ago, really, what’s not to hate?

  251. Sullivan44 Says:

    Tell me something, Hue Knows. If I hate everything Raiders, why do I NOT hate Mark or Carol Davis? Why do I NOT hate Hue Jackson?

  252. JR77 Says:

    Sullivan, if you want to spark a debate about the qb position go to the donkeys blog…that is your true calling, or go back there since that is probably where you spend half your pathetic life

  253. ghostraiders Says:

    SHUT YOUR PIE HOLE!! Sullivan! ! Being negative towards the raiders is all you know!! …. you are a worm of a man!!, .. I bet when you walk into a lively bar or party. … people start to slowly leave when They see you!! Your pathetic man!! You are the COOLER!!

  254. mizza Says:

    why did you pick the raiders to lose each one of their first five games? Did you really think they were going to start 0-5?

  255. GG Says:

    MR is a coward, using the Halverson alias to celebrate Al’s death because he couldn’t resist it, he was finally happy about it, but knew he had to use an alias for that. Transparent as RaiderAlley.

  256. GG Says:

    Did you miss your roast last night, Sullivan?

  257. HueKnows Says:

    Sully you win. It’s to boring to continue to chat with someone who picks and choses parts of your dialog. But do me a favor when I get back, find me the info of all the QB’s who have averaged 38 points throughout their career. Thanks

  258. Sullivan44 Says:

    Mizza, predicting week to week is not the same as predicting what a team will do over a large period of time. I didn’t predict the Raiders to go 0-5 before the season started. I predicted them to lose each week based upon the match ups I was seeing. And, I was wrong 3 of 5 times. But I was also right more than anyone else here. Just so happens someone here is tabulating predictions.

  259. ghostraiders Says:

    Dvriick..halverson..alley, ,, all are. MR and Sullivan. ..aliases!! LOL….whata loser!!

  260. mizza Says:

    GG Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:18 pm

    MR is a coward, using the Halverson alias to celebrate Al’s death because he couldn’t resist it, he was finally happy about it, but knew he had to use an alias for that. Transparent as RaiderAlley.
    ======================================================
    That Halverson crap was the lowest of the low. I never really paid him much mind, but that was just so depraved. That instance of inhumanity….relishing the death of someone and then dancing for joy in front of a group of people who were mourning al davis was one of the most despicable things i’ve seen.

    That is where he showed his true colors. He pokes, prods and instigates because in his real life, he’s utterly ignored. And the only attention he knows how to get is to get people to hate him. Its a pathetic life.

  261. Sullivan44 Says:

    Hue Knows,

    I said if he averaged everything close to 38 I’m sure you would have pointed it out. All you have is a few random games where he lit it up, including the freakish performance in Denver…which was not a typical Campbell outing and you know it.

  262. 21st Century Raider Says:

    Jason Campbell is in his 2nd year in this raiders system, chill out dude..Hes must be doing something right if he can turn the worst offensive line in the league last year, into a top 5 O-line contender. Have alittle faith, Campbell may not be a brees, or a Rogers but hes a Raider!!!!, and hes gunna WIN!!!.

    CODEBLACK 2011

  263. mizza Says:

    sully, you were actually wrong more then everyone else here. Everyone else picked them to win all 5 weeks. That means they were right 3 times and wrong 2. You picked them to lose all 5 times. as a result, you were right only 2 times and wrong 3. Try again.

  264. Sullivan44 Says:

    Mizza, according to Qodrn, I’ve predicted the closest score in 2 different weeks. I don’t think anyone else has done that yet.

  265. HueKnows Says:

    Once again Sully, it is boring to chat with someone who picks and choses what you say. I know JC hasn’t averaged 38. But be sure to get back to me with all the QB’s who have.

  266. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    If Gradkowski were still here and starting for us, we’d be 4-1…like the Niners.
    +++++++++++++++++++++++++

    MR SUCK it. Garbagkowski couldn’t even beat out a rook in Cincy, SUCK it!

  267. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan either your parents beat you to hard or not hard enough, i’m not sure.

  268. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    Mizza, according to Qodrn, I’ve predicted the closest score in 2 different weeks. I don’t think anyone else has done that yet.
    ================================
    Keep patting your own back, nobody else will.
    Must suck to be you MR. When you coming to a game?

  269. Tjbwall Says:

    21st Century Raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
    Jason Campbell is in his 2nd year in this raiders system, chill out dude..Hes must be doing something right if he can turn the worst offensive line in the league last year, into a top 5 O-line contender. Have alittle faith, Campbell may not be a brees, or a Rogers but hes a Raider!!!!, and hes gunna WIN!!!.

    CODEBLACK 2011
    ==============================================

    I wouldn’t give much credit to Jason Campbell for the improvement of the O-Line…if any

    sorry

  270. Sullivan44 Says:

    Hue, we had a healthy debate going. It’s too bad you’ve decided to get personal. Good talking to you.

  271. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    Hue, we had a healthy debate going. It’s too bad you’ve decided to get personal. Good talking to you.
    ============
    LMFAO!!

    oh yea, suck it.

  272. silverback Says:

    Did Priest jinx Curry yet? I swear when he hypes a player its like the kiss of death.

  273. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Tjbwall Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    21st Century Raider Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
    Jason Campbell is in his 2nd year in this raiders system, chill out dude..Hes must be doing something right if he can turn the worst offensive line in the league last year, into a top 5 O-line contender. Have alittle faith, Campbell may not be a brees, or a Rogers but hes a Raider!!!!, and hes gunna WIN!!!.

    CODEBLACK 2011
    ==============================================

    I wouldn’t give much credit to Jason Campbell for the improvement of the O-Line…if any

    sorry
    ==================
    At least your not still on about CWimbley for the last couple posts.

    Nice one.

  274. autopalm77 Says:

    Best thing to do is ignore Mr/sully…He is a pathetic degenerate who has actually spewed his vile and classless hatred for Mr. Davis for years…Even going so far as to mention and insult his aged appearance…A disgrace of a human being, who if not for the anonymity of his computer would be missing several if not all his appendages and residing face down in a gutter….PERMANENTLY……

  275. Sullivan44 Says:

    Silverback,

    priest’s hype is our version of the Madden cover.

  276. Sullivan44 Says:

    Uh oh. Got a feeling we’re going to see some moderator action coming shortly. As usual, one of the blind homers takes it too far.

  277. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:28 pm
    Hue, we had a healthy debate going. It’s too bad you’ve decided to get personal. Good talking to you.
    ______________________________
    Ummmm sure. Be sure to get back to me with that QB info.

  278. Tjbwall Says:

    Whats A Drexl?,

    I forget exactly what the argument was about, but anyhow ……i love Kamerion

  279. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Mizza, predicting week to week is not the same as predicting what a team will do over a large period of time. I didn’t predict the Raiders to go 0-5 before the season started. I predicted them to lose each week based upon the match ups I was seeing. And, I was wrong 3 of 5 times. But I was also right more than anyone else here. Just so happens someone here is tabulating predictions.
    ======================
    according to your season prediction {4-12} the Raids only have one more win in them this season. You have chosen to finish the streak with Cleveland game, must be the match ups. Then its all losses, according to YOUR prediction.

    Suck it.

  280. Sullivan44 Says:

    You’re the one who implied it’s probable that Campbell would put 38 points on the board. If no QB averages that, it’s all the more reason not to believe it. Especially when you add the fact that Campbell isn’t very good.

  281. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Tjbwall Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Whats A Drexl?,

    I forget exactly what the argument was about, but anyhow ……i love Kamerion
    ===============
    He needs to tweak his pass rush techniques and I think he will start sacking again.

    Heh, I bought his jersey as soon as he was signed, that’s how much I love the dude.
    :)

  282. Whats a Drexl? Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    You’re the one who implied it’s probable that Campbell would put 38 points on the board. If no QB averages that, it’s all the more reason not to believe it. Especially when you add the fact that Campbell isn’t very good.
    ================
    Babel babel babel babel, suck it.

  283. Sullivan44 Says:

    My prediction of 4-12 was when the Raiders had different management. But hey, a prediction’s a prediction.

  284. Tjbwall Says:

    Drexl,

    Haha true i think hes getting used to that swim move too well & hes getting more double teams this year

    he should have a couple multi sack games this yr just like last

  285. Sullivan44 Says:

    Later, Hue Knows. Enjoy your weekend. Try not to water at the mouth when watching last year’s Denver game on DVR repeatedly tomorrow. ha ha. J/K.

  286. 707raiders Says:

    Raiders 28
    Browns 10

  287. 707raiders Says:

    Went to Raider Image today in Alameda and you could feel the excitement in the room. It was packed too.. I was able to get my black authentic Dmc jersey…. I’m ready for the D lot… I’m going to go into the stadium early to Honor Al…

  288. HueKnows Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:35 pm
    You’re the one who implied it’s probable that Campbell would put 38 points on the board. If no QB averages that, it’s all the more reason not to believe it. Especially when you add the fact that Campbell isn’t very good.
    ___________________________________________
    For the last time I swear, it id really really boring to chat with someone who picks and chooses. YOU said and I quote “I must have been drunk .38 with Campbell”. Can you show me where I said it was probable that we would?
    Think about it, are you saying because no QB’s average 38 no teams will score 38?
    Please if you answer, answer both ?s

  289. 707raiders Says:

    It’s gonna go nuts on Sunday, dam I can’t wait… I might go to 66th tonight and join the tailgate

  290. 21st Century Raider Says:

    Tjbwall, Why not?? He can get those bigs running in a no huddle offense like Ryan/Brees, plus the way he can adjust on the line this year is a night a day diffences from last season. The O-line is not jumping offsides ever other play(like last season). Face facts brah Soups got that Big “C” on his jersey for a reason, and the O-line is responding to that. 3-2!

    CODEBLACK 2011

  291. rob_raider Says:

    Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:37 pm
    My prediction of 4-12 was when the Raiders had different management. But hey, a prediction’s a prediction.

    *****************
    LOL! yeah things are really different since al’s gone. what a joke. they are 3-2 w/ al. no games since his death, unless u think last sunday was a sudden regime change. and all people are the same. the davises are doing things according to al’s wishes. same players and coaches. same schemes. hue just said “al taught me well.” ur 4-12 prediction was based on hate and ignorance. u better change aliases, buddy. no one here will forget ur anti-raiderness. ur changing ur attitude about the record b/c it’s obvious ur wrong. for the record, i predicted 10-6.

  292. 707raiders Says:

    Jason Campbell isn’t my preferred QB, but he is a Raider and showing improvements, and gets my support…. True Raider Nation is like family…. We do whatever for each other… The greatest place on earth is the Oakland colisium on Sundays…. Go Raaaaaaiiidddeeeeeeerrrrrrrssss!!!!

  293. MR-Sully-Alex7-etc-etc-etc-etc Says:

    Everyone please punch me in the face, I deserve it for flagrant blog abuse, and multiple cross posting.
    To the extent I will post with two names just to keep my irrelevant thoughts alive.

    Please I beg of you just throw a hay maker straight at my kisser.

  294. 707raiders Says:

    I predicted 10-6 also, Al has this team ready… He gets all the credit… If u dnt like it… So what!!

  295. 21st Century Raider Says:

    707raiders, Respect!

  296. morilla Says:

    Getting tix to the Lions game. See you nuttjobs soon.

  297. 707raiders Says:

    Method, when you get in here hit me, I lost my numbers

  298. Thec07 Says:

    707raiders, Method’s email addy;

    b@uce_2010@yahoo.com

    replace the @ with an a

  299. 707raiders Says:

    Campbell pissed me off in the first half last week, but kept his poise and came up big in the second half… Right on 21 C……

  300. PlunkforHOF Says:

    276.Sullivan44 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:32 pm
    Uh oh. Got a feeling we’re going to see some moderator action coming shortly. As usual, one of the blind homers takes it too far.

    &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&

    Oh hooray, for MR and his Sockpuppet Army! What an internet triumph!

  301. 707raiders Says:

    Right on Thec, one of these games we need to drive in together and have a super tailgate…

  302. Thec07 Says:

    707raiders Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 8:04 pm
    Right on Thec, one of these games we need to drive in together and have a super tailgate…

    +++++++++

    I will be flying up for the KC game as I am in SD, we do need to hook up at a tailgate….Truth…

  303. Thec07 Says:

    707raiders Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 8:03 pm
    Campbell pissed me off

    +++++++++==
    The offense is slightly behind schedule.

    He has got to start connecting with his wides when they are open… Too many missed opportunities.

    This sunday I expect a complete game in all phases…

    Once this trend happens, and it will this team is going to be tough to beat by anyone in the NFL…

  304. Thec07 Says:

    Anyway I am outtro…

    1 sports NATION exist in all of the sports….

    Coach Davis built that NATION….RAIDER NATION…

  305. 707raiders Says:

    Thec, its all good bra, hit me rburris97@gmail.com…. I keep it cracking… I’ll be there for kc game… So let’s do it, B@uce fks with ya boy every game…

  306. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    priesttj Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:16 pm

    Mizza I disagree RoMac is NOT slow at all a neither is groves IMO he’s just not good in space which has nothing to do with speed.
    ============================================
    mizza Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    Priest,

    Your entitled to your opinion. But when i see Mcclain, i see someone that simply can’t keep up with these guys. He also doesn’t seem to be able to get sideline to sideline on those outside runs.
    ==========================================

    Mizza, I have to agree with you and wonder what games BHP is watching. McClain seems very slow. If he’s not slow of foot – then he’s either been continually injured, suffering from illness, or just not putting out. Seems positively lumbering in pursuit. However, contrary to what BHP states, he seems to operate pretty well in space against the pass because he has good ball awareness once it’s in flight and uses his length extremely effectively.

    One other comment about Alex Smith and the whiners. Smith certainly isn’t an elite QB, but he is playing much better and has some talent. His improvement can be attributed to several factors. He’s maturing through experience and the game has slowed down for him. Harbaugh is doing a good job simplifying things for him and not asking him to do too much. But most importantly, he’s got the NFL’s best run blocking offensive line in front of him.

    I don’t like the whiners, so it pains me to admit it, but the run blocking of their OL is superb. That wasn’t a fluke when they pushed the Raids around in the preseason. They’ve got some beasts up front and utilize them very well. Saw the Saints DL embarrass this unit on pass protection early in the preseason and I wrote the whiners off. Big mistake. They are probably the best run blocking OL in the NFL.

  307. Thec07 Says:

    Aaron Curry college highlight reel…

    http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8ldwe_aaron-curry-highlights_sport

    Pay close attention to who he hits at the around the 4:05 mark

  308. Kirk Says:

    Is it just me, or should Aaron Curry be a middle lineback and RoMac be an outside linebacker?

  309. GG Says:

    Looking at that video, Curry looks like a natural at all three LB positions.

  310. priesttj Says:

    RoMac is NOT slow just based on his combine time he’s playing slow this year and I and everyone else have criticised him for it but that kid can run for a guy that big. the same is true Groves and Wimbley. RoMac has made several big plays in the passing game this year. But as far as the run he just seems like he’s jogging all the time. Why I cannot tell you but he can run that is a fact. He timed very well at teh combine as did Wimbley and Curry without a doubt can run. RoMac’s effort has pissed me off often this year tho.

  311. mizza Says:

    why would we move a fast lb with questionable instincts to mlb and move a slower lb without much coverage skills to the outside?

  312. GG Says:

    It’s too early for Curry to play Mike, as he doesn’t know the playbook. Imo the coaches have given him an opportunity on the weakside, at short notice, and see how he goes. If he plays to his potential, in the weeks ahead he could move strong side to have more responsibility covering the TE with Wimbley on the weak. And if he continues to impress, and gets the playbook down, can be the QB of the defense, then he could end up MLB.

  313. priesttj Says:

    Both curry and Romac can play MLB curry can play all 3 Romac is a natural MLB and can play SLB I wouldn’t put him at WLB but both can and have played MLB.

  314. r8eray Says:

    NFL Network’s Mike Lombardi believes that both DE Robert Mathis and WR Reggie Wayne are available for trade at “the right price.”
    Mathis and Wayne are both in contract years, and neither would be a reasonable candidate for the franchise tag in 2012 because Peyton Manning is holding captive so much salary cap space. Wayne turns 33 years old next month and is obviously in decline. Mathis is 29. He’d cost a pretty penny to re-sign.

  315. anhdazman Says:

    Raiders 34-16.

  316. Thec07 Says:

    Curry should play Will, keep Romac at MLB…

  317. Thec07 Says:

    No more screens to RB’s breaking for 50 plus yards on the weakside Curry will have all that on lock….

  318. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    Here’s a take from the Browns and how they view us on Sunday.Game Preview: Browns-Raiders
    By Matt Florjancic, ClevelandBrowns.com Staff Writer

    Posted Oct 13, 2011

    aaCoach Pat Shurmur and the Browns will face many challenges when they play the Oakland Raiders Sunday, in the first of three western trips this season.
    The Browns return from their bye week and get an interesting welcome back to the schedule when they travel to Oakland, Calif. for a game against the Raiders.

    The Raiders are coming off an emotional week after the death of their long-time owner, Al Davis, last Saturday. They earned a 25-20 win over the Houston Texans on the road and return home for their first game in the O. co Coliseum since Davis’ passing.

    “I made them aware and the players are very well aware of what the organization is going through with the passing of Al Davis,” Browns coach Pat Shurmur said. “They’re aware of it, you make them aware of it, take them to the game and when the game starts, you try to get that all out of your system and go play, let it be all about the players. We’ve got to try to not make that something that distracts us.”

    In addition to the emotion, the Raiders will bring a lot of skill and talent to Sunday’s game.

    Led by quarterback Jason Campbell, Oakland’s offense has averaged 27.2 points-per-game. The Raiders have converted 38.7 percent (24 of 62) of their third downs and average 381.6 yards of total offense.

    Campbell has completed 94 of 156 attempts for 1,118 yards and six touchdowns against four interceptions. He has completed passes to 13 different players and averages 11.9 yards-per-completion.

    Shurmur spent a decade as an assistant coach with the Philadelphia Eagles and faced off against Campbell, who was then a member of the Washington Redskins.

    “What he’s doing very well is, he’s executing within their scheme,” Shurmur said. “A lot was made of his progress coming through college and the NFL, how many offensive coordinators he’s had and how he didn’t get a chance to settle in. This may be one of the only times in his career where he’s basically got the same play-caller two years in a row. That’s probably helping Jason. He can throw the football; he can see. He’s had times in his career when he’s been very efficient. Some of that is all coming together for him.”

    While defending Campbell will be one key for the Browns, containing running back Darren McFadden will be another challenge.

    McFadden leads the NFL with 519 yards rushing on 91 carries. He averages 5.7 yards-per-carry and has scored three touchdowns through five games.

    During the first two years of his career, McFadden rushed for just 856 yards and five touchdowns. In 2010, the 6-foot-2, 210-pound runner gained 1,157 yards and scored seven touchdowns on 223 carries.

    “Every team that they play has to deal with that speed, that unique speed that they have at a lot of positions,” Browns defensive coordinator Dick Jauron said. “You really have to have an edge on every defense and where you set the edge is going to be important. The field, as we know, is only limited in width, so there’s only a certain amount of space that he’s got to outrun you to the edge. If you don’t set the edge at the proper depth — you’ve got to make him bubble to get to the outside — you’re going to struggle because he’s very fast and can beat you quickly. Whoever’s responsible for creating an edge to our defense needs to be there and has to do their job. We’ve definitely got our work cut out for us.”

    Offensively, the Browns will be going up against a defense that allows 299.6 yards-per-game through the air. However, led by Richard Seymour and Tommy Kelly, the Raiders have registered 14 sacks through five games.

    “He’s very disruptive, always has been,” Shurmur said of Seymour. “I tangled with him when he was in New England and we were in Philadelphia. I remember the first play of the Super Bowl, he planted Donovan (McNabb). I’m very well aware of what he is as a player and I think he’s playing at a high level.”

    In addition to rushing the passer, the Raiders do a nice job of batting down passes at the line of scrimmage.

    “I think they had seven last week, which is a huge number,” Shurmur said. “They do a good job of getting their hands up. They’re so tall and there’s not a lot of jumping going on. It’s just hands going up, so it’s important we throw in lanes. There are times where we’re throwing the ball inside and we’ve got to do a good job of getting their hands down.”

    They sure feel that we’re a tough opponent this Sunday and rightly so. Go Raiders.

  319. Thec07 Says:

    fck shumar mmcoy…. mccoy will go down and go down hard…

  320. Sullivan44 Says:

    RobRaider,

    Raiders are 2-2 this year with Al.

    The Oakland Raiders’ franchise at present day is 1-0, 1.000 without Al.

  321. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    Thec07…brilliant comment…you’re on a role.

  322. Sullivan44 Says:

    Now, Rob, don’t go rooting against the team Sunday to downplay their productivity in Al’s absence.

  323. r8eray Says:

    Good Night Raider Nation…..

  324. HueKnows Says:

    ready 2 answer me?

  325. SharkCatcher Says:

    Don’t know if anyone heard about the seal beach murder that happen a few days ago? ( This guy went into a beauty salon and killed 8 people.) So I’m here at home just watching the footage of when the guy was being arrested and pulled out his car…..why does this f8cker have a Raiders sticker on his truck!! Great, The Seal Beach Murderer Was A Raiders Fan.

  326. Sullivan44 Says:

    Hue, you were correct. No NFL QB averages 38 points a game.

  327. HueKnows Says:

    Maybe only part of him sharkcatcher he is bipolar.

  328. Sullivan44 Says:

    Shark, not all too shocking, really. A death threat was just made in this comments section tonight. Brien makes them frequently. A lot of Raider fans believe that violence and even murder is part of the Raider culture, unfortunately. The lunatic in Seal Beach was probably one of them.

  329. Thec07 Says:

    Hagar the Horrible Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 9:42 pm
    Thec07…brilliant comment…you’re on a role.

    +++++++++=

    The article was a good read, was nt coming at you Bruh…

  330. Thec07 Says:

    So I’m here at home just watching the footage of when the guy was being arrested and pulled out his car…..why does this f8cker have a Raiders sticker on his truck!!

    ++++++++++=

    Vehicle was stolen….

  331. Thec07 Says:

    Curry will not be bouncing from 1 LB spot to another.
    Coach Jackson will find out what LB spot is best suited for him to take advantage of his skill sets…

    Curry Translates great at Will…

  332. djohnnyg Says:

    325.SharkCatcher Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 9:45 pm
    Don’t know if anyone heard about the seal beach murder that happen a few days ago? ( This guy went into a beauty salon and killed 8 people.) So I’m here at home just watching the footage of when the guy was being arrested and pulled out his car…..why does this f8cker have a Raiders sticker on his truck!! Great, The Seal Beach Murderer Was A Raiders Fan.

    …and Jeffrey Dahmer was Catholic. Doesn’t mean all Catholics are mass murderers.

    Raider fans do have a bad rep from the “outside” world though. It’s all hype and B.S. for the most part as we know.

  333. Sullivan44 Says:

    djohnnyg Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    Raider fans do have a bad rep from the “outside” world though.

    …………

    I wonder why:

    “autopalm77 Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    …who if not for the anonymity of his computer would be missing several if not all his appendages and residing face down in a gutter….PERMANENTLY……”

  334. djohnnyg Says:

    GG Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 8:40 pm
    It’s too early for Curry to play Mike, as he doesn’t know the playbook.

    Either does McClain.

  335. qodrn Says:

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  336. JB Says:

    priesttj Says:
    October 14th, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    RoMac is NOT slow just based on his combine time he’s playing slow this year and I and everyone else have criticised him for it but that kid can run for a guy that big. the same is true Groves and Wimbley. RoMac has made several big plays in the passing game this year. But as far as the run he just seems like he’s jogging all the time. Why I cannot tell you but he can run that is a fact. He timed very well at teh combine as did Wimbley and Curry without a doubt can run. RoMac’s effort has pissed me off often this year tho.
    ************************

    I can forgive a lot, especially for a second year athlete. This year it appears that RoMac was regressing. What he could do to help us get over his shortcomings is to blow some people up every now & then just to remind us why we picked him. Hopefully the addition of Curry will benefit both of them. I fully believe Curry will thrive here because he will be doing what he does best – search & destroy. I want our LB’s to send a message – “cross this line and get your a$$ kicked big time”. “Wanna get blown-up, c’mon down, we’ll help you out”. Our LB’s should be our enforcers – handing out some pain here & there. We are well on our way of getting where HuJack wants this team to be – fearless & ferocious. Romac, Curry & Wimbley need to form an unbreakable bond to be the best we can be. Our front 7 is going to be be a formidable force once they all get on the same page. They will be unstoppable.

  337. anhdazman Says:

    McClain is still young with a bunch of talent. We just need to be patient and continue to surround him with good players. The light will come on. You got to let the players have at least 3 years to truly evaluate.
    But, with that said, I am surprise how he does get caught up in traffic, more often than not. In Training camp, our coaches says he looked great and blowing up people. Didn’t he put Taiwan Jones out for 2 games? Therefore, he should be quicker than OLinemen, and stronger than RBs, TEs, and WRs. I’ve seen WRs take him out of plays. This shouldn’t happen.
    What McClain needs is more attitude at MLB. Get pissed. Get mad. And get a little crazy!!!

  338. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    Anhdazman…post 337:

    You’re so right about the attitude, the hate and the passion, and that’s what Rolando lacks big time. Especially at his position, you need a crazy, take no prisoners attitude where you convey to the opponents that you’re out to hurt and destroy.

    All the great LB’s, especially middle, had that anger and hatred for their opponents. McClain is out there passing out lolly pops and daisys, he’s too laid back.

  339. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    Romanowski wasn’t a great outside linebacker, but he was feared because he played with hate. All week long he would focus on who his opponents were going to be…and he would hate them…and hate them. Come game time, Romo was out to hurt and destroy and that’s what made him better than he was, and that’s what allowed him to play those extra years. Ya, he basically had a long career for that position, but it was more so for his attitude. I loved when he would gouge an eye-ball or spit in their face or rip out a nut-sack.

    Ya, Rolando, you need some attitude and hate.

  340. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    Come to think of it, I doubt if Rolando will ever change, you are what you are and that’s not him. He’s too laid back, too calm and collective.

    Like Seymour said before our Texans game to the other players: “Some people want to be good but I want to be great,” etc etc.

    Rolando may end up being good because of his size and hard work, but he’ll never be great. Not at a linebacker position. To be great at linebacker, you need an attitude, you need hate and you need the desire and will to inflict pain, big time pain to all opponents. Take no freaking prisoners, just destroy!

  341. Hagar the Horrible Says:

    It’s look like all of you dudes have called it a nite, I’ll do the same. Have a good one tomorrow. Wow, it’s already tomorrow. The other tomorrow, Sunday, will be the day to start that long climb to the top of the mountain. It all starts Sunday and it continues for the following two Sundays at home. If we can’t win three home games against average teams at best, then
    we’ll be average to. If we win like we can and should, we’ll be ready to go and “beat down” the dischargers in their house and take over the division. The division takes us to the summit, from the summit we can take the top of the mountain.

    Good nite.

  342. charles2521 Says:

    i was really hyped about the curry trade until i read this http://mynorthwest.com/275/562153/Aaron-Currys-play-was-disappointing-and-baffling

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