A once-in-a-lifetime experience
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Saturday, October 15th, 2011 at 4:43 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that the Raiders will play at the Coliseum Sunday in the post-Al Davis era.
Curious to see how it will manifest itself in terms of fan reaction. My guess is the crowd will be properly respectful during the moment of silence, and the level of anger and malevolence will be taken down a notch or three in terms of the opponent.
I’d also expect to see a building crescendo of enthusiasm and some long, poignant cheers, with fans building off the energy of each other as well as what is taking place on the field.
This is uncharted territory. The loudest I’ve ever heard to heard the Coliseum is when Tory James intercepted a Jay Fielder pass and was in the process of returning it for a 90-yard touchdown against the Dolphins in the first playoff game in the Coliseum since their departure to Los Angeles.
But that was “just” a playoff game. They happen every year, in every city, and eventually recede from memory. In my previous life as a fan, the most unforgettable moment, coincidentally, was also against the Dolphins. It was the “Sea of Hands” game. My dad’s season tickets were in the second deck of the south end zone, but before the final drive, we walked along the concourse following Oakland on its final drive until Ken Stabler hit Clarence Davis in the end zone.
It was bedlam, completely off the hook in terms of euphoria and enthusiasm.
But like the Tory James play, it was incredible for those that were there, but nothing to mark it as truly unique.
In truth, there has been only one truly unique experience regarding Raiders football that I’ve witnessed.
It happened on Aug. 26, 1989, when the Raiders were (surprise) having issues with their experience with the Los Angeles Coliseum and scheduled a preseason game in Oakland. Tickets sold out almost instantaneously. It was a preseason game that meant nothing, yet it meant everything.
The Houston Oilers beat the Raiders 23-21, but no one seemed to care. The Raiders were back, and it was insanity. Players going through warmups were cheered wildly. I remember Todd Christensen bowing to the crowd after catching a pass in the end zone while going through the pregame paces.
Colleagues Bill Soliday, Carl Steward and I took a long stroll around the jammed parking lot. People had constructed paper mache Raiders. Banners were everywhere. Either Bill or Carl, I can’t remember which, said, “I didn’t know all these people were still around.” The team had been gone for seven years.
One other thing I remember making my way into the stadium was Al Davis, getting out of his black Lincoln limo, and a throng in the parking lot screaming as if he were a rock star. He gave them a fist in salute before making his way in. The memory plays tricks, but I think he was wearing white that day.
Davis had taken the team away because he couldn’t get upgrades that included luxury boxes, battled the NFL in court. Yet the fans, at least the ones in attendance, didn’t seem to care. All was forgiven. I’ll always think the fan reaction that day had a lot to do with him bringing the Raiders back six years later. He realized the passion was still there.
The Raiders have worked hard in the past week to ensure the stands will be full. Season ticket holders had a 24-hour window to get two free tickets, and rest assured, blocks of tickets have been distributed to various groups, including schools, so it will resemble the Coliseum experience of the Raiders glory days as well as the preseason game in 1989.
Raiders CEO Amy Trask is urging fans to get into the stadium early for the moment of silence and National Anthem. From what I understand, there’s a remarkable piece of film to be shown right around that time that is not to be missed.
I’ll be there early and have no idea what to expect, but suspect I’ll remember it forever.
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October 15th, 2011 at 4:45 pm
1st?
October 15th, 2011 at 4:46 pm
2nd?
October 15th, 2011 at 4:49 pm
909,
I have no problem with Tonga. He looked much better as the game went on last week. Hopefully, he’ll continue to develop.
October 15th, 2011 at 4:49 pm
JLofty is road tripping RAIDER stylie to the Bay!
October 15th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
If the crowd isn’t all in black, it will be a shame. I’m sure we will here long “RAAAAAAIDER,” chants as well.
It’s a shame that whatever video tribute they will have, will be on that 37″ screen TV set they call a large screen.
Oh, by the way, did anyone notice that Jerry said, “off the hook”?
October 15th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
909,
a few of us saw some real blocking potential from Tonga in pre-season and stated that we wouldn’t miss Reece much if he didn’t play as much as last year.
Too many weapons to get excited about passes to Reece this year, while ignoring his subpar blocking.
October 15th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
On the Sullivan hater side of things, I’m waiting for him to point at ULE’s score-predictor tally and say “scoreboard.”
According to that, he knows the team better than everyone else.
October 15th, 2011 at 4:52 pm
NancyGayFan Says:
It’s a shame that whatever video tribute they will have, will be on that 37″ screen TV set they call a large screen.
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Seriously, how can the team not have a couple million to upgrade that thing? That one upgrade would make the fan experience noticeably better.
October 15th, 2011 at 4:55 pm
I’m sure the Tonga pancake of Cushing got him a roster spot for the rest of the season.
Going to be interesting to see how they use him once Reece and Gordon are healthy.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:08 pm
Sea of hands game was also my best memory of the greatest Raiders game I ever saw when I was a kid (on TV). Stabler totally reminds me of Brady in the sense that he just stood there flat-footed, scanned the field, and waited for someone to come open. Both had/have great lines.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:09 pm
Jerry, 3 words bro, OFF THE HOOK!!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:09 pm
JerryMac…
Nice read, thanks….
Watched the “sea of hands” and the “holy roller” game with my dad on tv..
Bill King’s call on the “sea of hands” via NFL films is one of the best EVER…
October 15th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
Patriots promoted CB Sterling Moore from the practice squad.
An undrafted free agent out of SMU, Moore could see action on special teams if he makes his NFL debut Sunday.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:17 pm
I was at that Houstain Pre season game. It was CRAZY!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:17 pm
My guess is the crowd will be properly respectful during the moment of silence, and the level of anger and malevolence will be taken down a notch or three in terms of the opponent.
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You really think so, Jerry? I have my doubts on that, the crowd at the coli. Is going to be AMPED right up to the moment of silence, and video tribute..And they will pick right back up at kickoff….
Al, wouldn’t have it any other way…
October 15th, 2011 at 5:22 pm
I am amped up right now and I am only in BallSac now….
October 15th, 2011 at 5:23 pm
Wish we would have kept S.Moore over Porter…
I wonder what the coaches saw that we didn’t.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
i was really hyped about the curry trade until i read this http://mynorthwest.com/275/562153/Aaron-Currys-play-was-disappointing-and-baffling
October 15th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
Wish I could be there.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
Check out this classic..Villipiano..classic!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:26 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrkf06IOuzs&feature=related
October 15th, 2011 at 5:27 pm
I was calling for a True FB all off season. It looks like Tonga could be that guy.
Reece is still a valuable weapon, with possibly the softest hands on the team. Tonga just adds another dimension to an already potent running attack.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:29 pm
Ausberry hasn’t done anything of note. Myers is 1 dimensional.
I’m thinking we could drop a TE to make a spot for Pryor.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:30 pm
I Love you Al Davis!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:31 pm
Time to get some marinated chicken tenders on the grill..
Bloodymary’s at 10ish tomorrow…
Those of you who will be at the game. Get LOUD, and STAY loud..
Take care, all….
October 15th, 2011 at 5:31 pm
Has B.Davis Jr. been officially cut yet?
October 15th, 2011 at 5:31 pm
I80 is rockin Raider stylie….
October 15th, 2011 at 5:32 pm
RaiderYYZ Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
Wish I could be there.
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You and I both brother. Wish I could be there!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:33 pm
I wish I could be there tomorrow, but I gotta’ work until noon.
I will be there when the Cheefs come to town!
CODE BLACK BABY!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:34 pm
Oakland 34
Fake Browns 24
October 15th, 2011 at 5:34 pm
BigTed707,
Have you forgotten Richard Gordon?
Man has seen time at Fb even when Reece was healthy & provided some nice holes for Mcfaddden & Bush in goal line situations
October 15th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
Mike Huff and Bruce Davis should be Raiders for LIFE!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:37 pm
BigTed707……
CorkOnTheNFL #Raiders confirm the release of veteran OLB Bruce Davis. He was released to make room on 53-man roster for OLB Aaron Curry.
about 5 hours ago
October 15th, 2011 at 5:38 pm
Tjbwall Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:34 pm
BigTed707,
Have you forgotten Richard Gordon?
Man has seen time at Fb even when Reece was healthy & provided some nice holes for Mcfaddden & Bush in goal line situations
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I like Gordon. Myers and Ausberry are more expendable than Gordon or Boss imo.
I’d prefer Tonga play the role of short yardage FB, and move Gordon back to TE where he belongs. Gordon is a good blocking TE, and may have better hands than Meyers (once fully healed).
October 15th, 2011 at 5:39 pm
Thanks 909. I figured as much, but I hadn’t heard it was official.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
Good Luck to you Bruce Davis II!
Thanks for being a Raider!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:43 pm
In my previous life as a fan, the most unforgettable moment, coincidentally, was also against the Dolphins. It was the “Sea of Hands” game. My dad’s season tickets were in the second deck of the south end zone, but before the final drive, we walked along the concourse following Oakland on its final drive until Ken Stabler hit Clarence Davis in the end zone.
It was bedlam, completely off the hook in terms of euphoria and enthusiasm.
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So Jerry Mc used to be a Raider Fan? Is Jerry living a childhood dream of covering the Raiders? Maybe thats why Al called him Jer and did not pretend to forget his name like the rest of them at the conferences. Al might have known that Jerry was a part of the Nation…
October 15th, 2011 at 5:43 pm
Meyers did a bang up job filling in for injured Z.Miller last year. Gotta’ give him full credit for his efforts.
But, I think this team has evolved passed the need for Meyers as a #2 TE.
I’d also like to see what we have in this Ausberry kid, he made that great TD catch in presea – I hope that is not the extent of his contributions to the S&B.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:47 pm
32.The Realist Dirty Raccoon Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
Mike Huff and Bruce Davis should be Raiders for LIFE!
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Huff could have gone anywhere this past offseason but he made it known that he wanted to be back in Silver and Black. He also gave Al props for not voting on the CBA… Huff earned serious Nation points…. Raider For Life
October 15th, 2011 at 5:48 pm
Have a great time tomorrow everyone going to the game! I plan on being down there either for the Queefs or more likely to see my beloved Raiders destroy Tim Tebow. BE LOUD! I am so proud to be a Raider.
CODE BLACK REMAINS IN EFFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:48 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:38 pm
Tjbwall Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:34 pm
BigTed707,
Have you forgotten Richard Gordon?
Man has seen time at Fb even when Reece was healthy & provided some nice holes for Mcfaddden & Bush in goal line situations
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I like Gordon. Myers and Ausberry are more expendable than Gordon or Boss imo.
I’d prefer Tonga play the role of short yardage FB, and move Gordon back to TE where he belongs. Gordon is a good blocking TE, and may have better hands than Meyers (once fully healed).
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True out of the 4 I drop Meyers simply because Gordon’s blocking ability gives us no need for Meyers & Ausberry is simply a matchup problem once we get him rolling
I still like Gordon in short yardage because he has proven he can do it and do it very well, besides we usually put Barksdale in Jumbo package instead of 2 Te
October 15th, 2011 at 5:49 pm
Sorry, but no team is going to give us a stud LB for a 7th rounder +.
The onus is on #51 to prove that he is not the trash that the Sea-quacks thought he was.
Aaron Curry sucks until further notice.
C’mon AC – prove me wrong!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
Still a good trade tho’
Even if he does suck, it doesn’t hurt us too bad.
October 15th, 2011 at 5:53 pm
God Bless Al Davis, you have given me 47 years of your knowledge, insight, demand, faithfulness. Al, you led your life as a true Raider, we can only Thank You for letting us in. It has been a pleasure, Hue, the torch has been passed, don’t drop it! RAIDERS!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 5:53 pm
123….AL D!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:00 pm
Curry was traded for a 7th and maybe 2012 4th depending on playing time. Curry is starting so that 4th will most likely apply
Don’t forget Moss was traded for a 4th so….anything can happen
Seahawks have a nack for drafting talent and not knowing what to do with it(Lawrence Jackson,Tim Jennings,Marcus Tubbs of late – none still with the team)
October 15th, 2011 at 6:05 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:29 pm
Ausberry hasn’t done anything of note. Myers is 1 dimensional.
I’m thinking we could drop a TE to make a spot for Pryor.
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Trade Meyers for something and that will clear a hole for Pryor. Meyer is about as good as he’s going to get. That’s middle of the road at best. Time for him to move on.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:06 pm
TJB, Curry will fit, fast, Hue sees it, not used right in Seachickens D, other teams are screaming we snuck it out. Good addition, this guy if healthy will pay dividends! Mark it!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:06 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:31 pm
Has B.Davis Jr. been officially cut yet?
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Yes. Posted on Raider’s transactions.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:07 pm
We need a complete performance tomorrow, so far we have not had that, I think it will happen tomorrow. Mccoy for all his leadership can’t win on his arm, he will be rattled tomorrow. I think the game starts off tentatively then it favor us big time. One thing we tend to over persue and we need to calm down. It is obvious that emotions will be overwhelming
October 15th, 2011 at 6:10 pm
860TC
I hope you are right man!
Go Raiders!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:10 pm
860Todd Christensen,
I beleive you
October 15th, 2011 at 6:14 pm
It’s a great night to be a Raiders fan. Isn’t it?!
Jerry McD was a Raiders fan as a kid…and his experiences with his dad while following the Raiders are much like many of ours were/are.
Al Davis has given much to all of us…even to those in here who refuse to admit what an influence he was on their lives.
To be a Raiders fan is to be something unique in this corporate NFL. Al ran the Raiders like it was a family business…because it IS a family business. Al gave us all more than we even realize…much the same way he gave a lot more of himself to the League than most people will ever know.
Tomorrow is going to be surreal…the vibe in the Big O will be something else. The vibe at the Hilton already is!
Thanks to Al Davis, I’ve been a Raiders fan ever since I found out there was such a thing as professional football. And my love for the Raiders never waned, much like Al’s never did.
Here’s to Al…the most unique — and knowledgeable — owner of any team in any sport!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:14 pm
Directions to Curry from HuJack:
Your job is to patrol Area 51. See the ball, see the ball carrier, destroy the ball carrier, create turnover & get ball, repeat process next opportunity.
The directions are simple, straightforward and to the point. Easily implemented. Uncomplicated unlike Seattle’s approach.
Turn loose #51 – create havoc!
Pay attention Romac, you are next.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:15 pm
Here’s to Al…the most unique — and knowledgeable — owner of any team in any sport!
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I’ll drink to that!
CHEERS!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:17 pm
Aaron Curry = “The Waterboy”!?
October 15th, 2011 at 6:18 pm
lol – Bobby Boucher?
October 15th, 2011 at 6:21 pm
Always great to be a Raider fan! thick and thin, being a Raider fan will always be a great thing. I couldnt care less bout what any fan from any team thinks. Us against the World!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:22 pm
Ted, I’ll drink your Kool-Aid, but you ain’t mixin it right! This kid is going to excell for this team, and then you drink your own Kool-Aid! BET!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:23 pm
Pete Carroll’s nothing more than an average HC, if that…he couldn’t win in the NFL before, or in college with a legitimate roster.
Here’s hoping Carroll’s made a terrible mistake in underestimating Curry’s talent. I’d put my money on Hue Jax, Saunders, et al, having a little more ability to evaluate NFL talent than the phony Carroll does.
I’m not expecting Curry to play like an All Pro tomorrow, in his first game on a new team…but I wouldn’t be surprised if he displayed some of the speed and skill he was known for coming out of college.
Welcome to the Raiders, Curry. Welcome to the best part of your NFL career!!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:24 pm
860Todd Christensen Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:22 pm
Ted, I’ll drink your Kool-Aid, but you ain’t mixin it right! This kid is going to excell for this team, and then you drink your own Kool-Aid! BET!
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I hope you are right, it just seems highly improbable. However, it would not be the first time the Raiders dug a diamond out of the ruff.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:26 pm
Was just down at the Raider Image store on Hegenberger. It was a mad house! The store as totally jammed. Picked up 4 new chapeaus.
Interesting note: Both Cliff Branch & Greg Townsend were there. Spoke with both of them. I’m old enough that I saw Cliff Branch play. He should be in the HOF. Both guys are still in great shape. Townsend looks like he could go tomorrow if needed. Townsend send they plan to be at the game tomorrow. I suspect all remaining & breathing Raiders of old will be there to honor AD – as it should be.
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October 15th, 2011 at 6:27 pm
Ted, I’m thinking diamonds gallore! We got real lucky on this one, Run Stopper! Period, if they just let him go!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:27 pm
Pete Carroll = Josh McDaniels… destroying that franchise one personel move at a time
October 15th, 2011 at 6:28 pm
Back to the party…
Being a major tequila fan, tonight is a night for Patron. Silver, of course.
Patron…for the great patron of the Oakland Raiders, Al Davis.
Tomorrow will be a wonderful tribute to the great Al Davis. Even better with a big win for The Man.
Of course, it’s a great time to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:29 pm
#64BWAP
Certainly looks that way. It’s going to take them 4-5 yr=ears to recover.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:30 pm
Of course, it’s a great time to be a Raiders fan! Isn’t it?!
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Always!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:30 pm
JB, BLACK, as it should be! Branch amoung my old time fav’s! Man did he turn it on!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:33 pm
HayesDaze37 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:23 pm
Here’s hoping Carroll’s made a terrible mistake in underestimating Curry’s talent.
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The Raiders are taking the right approach. Basically, the game is soooo much different at this level. This is EXACTLY what was happening with Mike Huff and DHB. You could see those guys do everything BUT play the game out there. Watching DHB count his steps, concentrate on his cuts, while the ball would just sail past him. It’s the same thing with Aaron Curry. Too much thinking, not enough cutting loose. The guy can play the game, let McClain and Huff get him lined up, and he just needs to turn it loose on the field and not worry about. Just play the game. He’ll be fine.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:35 pm
I’m so jelouis I can’t be there, critics be danmed, I want to be in OAKLAND tomorrow! AL, my heart is there!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:35 pm
Cliff Branch, Warren Wells, Freddy B, Ray Chester, Dave Casper, your namesake – Todd Christensen, Mike Siani, to mention a few. Yes, we’ve been fortunate to have seen, in person, some really outstanding receivers over the years. How many of these guys in here will know who Drew Buie is? LOL His PI play was always a sure thing.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:37 pm
JB, remembers!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:38 pm
Like it was yesterday!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:38 pm
JB,
I have #89 Drew Buie’s autograph, believe it or not.
Blast from the past right there.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:39 pm
Jerry went on & on about the Sea of Hands game. I was there. It was loud but I’m not sure it was any louder than the Heidi Bowl. That was unreal & yes, I was there!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:39 pm
Good call, bro, memories!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:41 pm
JB, watched it on tv, was so pizzed, then they told us the final, pizzed me off to no end!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
Someone posted this previous thread.
It’s disconcerting Romac’s stats against the pass.
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Pro FootBall Focus Stats
After a monster game against the Texans, Oakland now have our top 2 graded DTs after 5 weeks in Seymour and Kelly
Groves has allowed 17-24 for 187 3 TDs
Aaron Curry’s pass D: QBs 8-8 on passes his way in ‘11; 62-76 for 613 yards and 6 TDs for his career
Raiders tied for 3rd in league with 28 offensive plays of at least 20 yards; #Browns last with only 8
Raiders safeties much better in coverage: passer rating vs. S dropped from 112.7 last year to 63.4 so far in ‘11
Stanford Routt has allowed 14-32 115 2 TD 1 INT for season
Vs Texans: DVD allowed 1 comp in 5 att for 17 yds in 1st start last week
Chris Johnson: 14-18 177
Chekwa 9-14 126; Porter 7-12 99; Branch 7-18 95; McClain 21-32 231
Nnamdi; his passer rating against is 92.6, up from 60.8 last year
numbers according to STATS: QB rating vs Routt 49.7; Chekwa 117; Johnson 126.2; Branch 70.4 down from 127.4 in ;10
October 15th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
Raiders CEO Amy Trask is urging fans to get into the stadium early for the moment of silence and National Anthem. From what I understand, there’s a remarkable piece of film to be shown right around that time that is not to be missed.
I’ll be there early and have no idea what to expect, but suspect I’ll remember it forever.
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That’s a hell of a lot of buildup for a “remarkable” piece of film.
This is absolute, 100% pure conjecture by me based on Jerry’s writeup and Amy Trask’s comments. But, could it be possible Al recorded a message to be played at the Coliseum following his death? How awesome a spectacle would that be if that’s what all this hype is about?
October 15th, 2011 at 6:43 pm
14 points in the last 1:05 minutes. NY viewers didn’t know what happened. Some real schit hit the fan at the network after that screw-up.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:44 pm
Curry’s is atrocious, but we’ll see what the Raiders can do with him first, don’t trust the Seahawks.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:45 pm
C’mon Aaron Curry!
“You Can Do It!”
October 15th, 2011 at 6:45 pm
edward teach Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 2:23 pm
Sullivan44 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 12:28 pm
Ed Teach, I just asked you to name one team interested in Campbell other than us. You said you can’t, and went on to say that such information isn’t available to you. I would offer that such information isn’t available because none exists. Nobody wanted Campbell other than us. And if a team had, I’m pretty sure that at least one of the millions of internet sports sites, including sites and blogs that specialize in rumors, would have come across it.
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http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/04/05/report-five-teams-interested-in-jason-campbell/
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Pretty much had to retire this handle after this facial.
Then this pops up.
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alex7 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
On the Sullivan hater side of things, I’m waiting for him to point at ULE’s score-predictor tally and say “scoreboard.”
According to that, he knows the team better than everyone else.
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Coach em up time now, eh MaddenRaiderAlex7Sullivan?
Nice try buddy, but nobody is buying what your selling MR.
Suck it!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:46 pm
Nice piece Jerry. You ply your craft well but is nice to hear that you still know what it is like to be a fan.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:47 pm
my wife and myself tried to get there this weekend but it would have cost us $1500 bucks to get from Texas to Oakland plus the game,food,and the return trip.
just didn’t have $1500 right now.
Hope you guys that go realize how special this day will be.
RIP AL… GO RAIDERS!!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:47 pm
That’s a hell of a lot of buildup for a “remarkable” piece of film.
Chris in NY Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
This is absolute, 100% pure conjecture by me based on Jerry’s writeup and Amy Trask’s comments. But, could it be possible Al recorded a message to be played at the Coliseum following his death? How awesome a spectacle would that be if that’s what all this hype is about?
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That would really be over he top! Whatever it is, I plan on catching it on my HD mini video camera. These new small pocket cameras now let you take HD movies in addition to regular snaps. With the memory chip I have in it – 3.5 hours of HD recording time.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:50 pm
Dam I wish I was gonna’ be there…
Please post that VID on Youtube JB, and share the link on the blog for those of us only able to attend in spirit.
THANKS!
October 15th, 2011 at 6:51 pm
I think DVD has a chance to be a stud CB by next year or the year after. I’m not certain because I don’t know about his head or his heart for sure, but I get the sense there’s no problem with either. However, just the way he moves. He’s so fast and so fluid. Just seems to have rare, natural ability to play the position. Even when he’s gotten beat this year and in the preseason he was never really getting beat. He’s always right there in coverage. Sometimes doesn’t play the ball properly, but I believe that’s correctable. If that happens, he’ll be awesome.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:52 pm
Did D.Ware get picked up by any team?
October 15th, 2011 at 6:57 pm
GG Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:44 pm
Curry’s is atrocious,
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But remember, he has only played slightly more than two years. Peyton was terrible his lst year, Eli really not that good his lst four years. Most of you guys were ready to make Huff walk the plank after his lst 3 years, and he has played very well the last couple of years. I don’t expect players to come in and play well. There is just too steep a learning curve in the NFL. Best thing Aaron can do is relax and play the game the way he knows how.
October 15th, 2011 at 6:58 pm
Chris in NY Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:51 pm
I think DVD has a chance to be a stud CB by next year or the year after. I’m not certain because I don’t know about his head or his heart for sure, but I get the sense there’s no problem with either. However, just the way he moves. He’s so fast and so fluid. Just seems to have rare, natural ability to play the position. Even when he’s gotten beat this year and in the preseason he was never really getting beat. He’s always right there in coverage. Sometimes doesn’t play the ball properly, but I believe that’s correctable. If that happens, he’ll be awesome.
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No reason to believe that RWoodson can’t coach up these guys to stardom. Again, AD knew what he was doing when he drafted DVD and Checkwa. Another little present that he left us.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:00 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:52 pm
Did D.Ware get picked up by any team?
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Didn’t know he was on the trading block. What does Dallas want for him? What do they need?
October 15th, 2011 at 7:02 pm
Why cut b davis? didnt he block a punt in week 1 as well? why not cut that ron parker or whatever his name is. Davis has been a good special teamer.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:05 pm
Going to be a special day. Glad I am going to see it. Had no idea when I planned to go to this gm a couple of months ago
October 15th, 2011 at 7:06 pm
raidergo Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 7:02 pm
Why cut b davis? didnt he block a punt in week 1 as well? why not cut that ron parker or whatever his name is. Davis has been a good special teamer.
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I agree. There were others like Porter, Boyd & Meyers who could ave been let go instead. If BDavis clears waivers, can we resign him to the PS? If not just dump one of these other guys and get him back on the 53. He’s great on ST and we need depth at LB.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:09 pm
Talking about recording that you’ll never want to delete, tomorrows game will be one. Wish I could go to the game, but I’ll settle for Events Sport bar on Magnolia in Riverside, where the beer is cold and the food is ok. The important thing about Events is that I’ll be there with many many Raiders fans, high fiving, yelling and acting crazy everytime we make a first down or score or just make a good play.
At the same time, I’m paying $44.95 extra on my Direct TV to record the game. No way I’m not going to have a permanent RECORD of Al’s tribute and first game since he’s gone.
On a final note, don’t be surprised if the sky’s part and Al reaches down to swat a pass down or to trip an opposing player, yes, possible.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:10 pm
We still need to rework our O-line. Move Wiz to center. Move Barksdale to LG. Move BCampbell to RG. That beefs up the middle of our line and provides a much bigger and better group for both run & pass blocking. Make it happen HuJack.
Veldheer, Barksdale, Wiz, BCampbell, Barnes. The optimum starting O-Line.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:13 pm
I was at both the ‘89 preseason game and the Torry James INT game.
To me, the loudest and most amped up I ever seen the coliseum, was the ‘02 playoff game against the Jets.
Memory is a little tricky, but I remember C-Wood was questionable with some injury (broken leg???) and on the first 3rd down for the Jets, they threw it to Chrebet and C-Wood absolutely flattened him and Chrebet didn’t get up for a few minutes. It was beyond awesome.
BTW, Jerry killed it on this post!!! Anyone who thinks Corky brings more to the table is insane.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:15 pm
Lochness Campbell, lol.
Dude, Wiz is playing great ball at G, from day one.
It is like day 550 for Campbell, and he still doesn’t see the field.
Get over it already, he isn’t starter material.
Hue knows. That’s why he put Barksdale at G last week and not Lochness.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:20 pm
Is Stephon Heyer still on the team?
October 15th, 2011 at 7:20 pm
Hagar the Horrible Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 7:09 pm
On a final note, don’t be surprised if the sky’s part and Al reaches down to swat a pass down or to trip an opposing player, yes, possible.
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I’m kind of expecting the sky’s part and we see the patented Al Davis fist salute come down out the sky for all of us. One more time…
October 15th, 2011 at 7:20 pm
JFB
Well if BCampbell doesn’t float your boat, how about Heyer at LG, Wiz at center & Barksdale at RG? That would work too.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:21 pm
Look around the NFL.
The only full-time starter that I can find at G, that never played his first two years is……..
Cooper Carlisle, lol.
Guard is very easy to transition (comparatively speaking) into the NFL, and there are rookies and 2nd year guys starting all over the place, all over the league.
There is a better chance of Bruce Campbell being inactive tomorrow than playing.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:25 pm
Well if BCampbell doesn’t float your boat, how about Heyer at LG, Wiz at center & Barksdale at RG?
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Why are we in such a hurry to change up the O-line?
We are getting the best play out of that spot in damn near 10 years.
Hue knows what he is doing. If he feels Satele and Carlisle are good enough for him, than they are good enough for me.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:27 pm
I think Barksdale will ultimately end up at RT.
Wiz MAY go to Center, but you have to have some type of vet amongst the O-lineman.
Once Satele and Cooper run their course, I’m sure we will go out and get another veteran to man the post(s).
October 15th, 2011 at 7:27 pm
Yeah, o-line is playing great. There’s not a bigger Bruce Campbell fan than me, but I wouldn’t mess with that unit right now. Leave it as it is.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:30 pm
Satele & Carlisle are the weak links of the O-line. Yes, they (the line) are playing good but the question is can they play better. I’m sure HuJack sees this and has decided against the change right now but it will come. Just like when Satele got knocked out of the line-up last week and Wiz moved to center & Barksdale to LG, the run game picked up measurably. I also believe that BCampbell played some downs at LG during that series too.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:33 pm
Los Angeles
[..]Police untie man who [..] roped to a utility pole. Man [..] for two days. [] Unidentified man says he was tied when accosters then proceeded to urinate on him. [..] Offenders have been identified [..] One man arrested said he believed man would enjoy it.
Reminds me of the ass beating the Cleveland Browns are going to be the recipients of tomorrow, and how they are expected to enjoy it also. Cleveland should feel like they have been urinated upon after tomorrow.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:35 pm
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LMAO!
October 15th, 2011 at 7:41 pm
Guys, fellow Nation! Tomorrow is gonna be off the hook! (J. MacDonald)…
For those going…let us black out the coliseum! Someone earlier mentioned parting of the skys and a big Al salute coming down! I hope to see a big Finger coming down to the refs and Goodell (I’m sure he’ll be there)! One last “salute” to the Nation!
RIP AL! LETS GO RAIDERS!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 7:49 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 7:25 pm
Why are we in such a hurry to change up the O-line?
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That’s what I’m wondering. Satele and Carlisle are playing well. Are they Pouncey and Dielman? No, but they are playing much better than most of you realize. But then again some of you wanted to cut Seymour and Kelly.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:54 pm
If there is an after death tape to be played at this event, as Chris in NY mentioned as a pssibility, nobody knows what could be on it. Al could blast them all or he could take the high road and leave us with a spectacular rah, rah, rah speech. I’m sure it would contain a big thank you to all the Raider nation and then there’d be a special message to all the players, past and active alike. Having a post-death taped playback message like that would be pure Al Davis. We can only hope.
October 15th, 2011 at 7:54 pm
Chris NY People think I’m over the top when I said DVD was in the top 5 cover corners in the draft because of where he was rated some pointed out he was benched last year what they don’t mention is that the guy who started was drafted before he was. That was just a very deep secondary. Not to mentiomn Chekwa was injured in his bowl game or he would’ve gotten drafted in the 2nd rnd at the latest.
These two remind me of Lester and Mike who starred in our secondary and won a SB on probably the best defense the Raiders have ever had. Both rookies are so talented they could start and would play well. If not for Routt who’s a top teir corner in his own right and CJ who when he’s right is very good these kids would show the world what kind of players they are and Mr Davis would look like a football genius which is what he was.
Had Russell played to his ability we would have a better version of Camp (I really believe that) because Russell was actually more gifted and a bigtime gamer. But he just didn’t want it bad enough.
However I’ll say this Mr Davis’ last draft pick may turn out to be one of his greatest. I really think Terrelle Pryor is a star in waiting and I know some will laugh as they always do. But this kid is so damn competitive it’s unreal he is just a winner he just refuses to lose. He doesn’t always do it pretty he just does it. He wins games!!!
if Hue can make this kid sound technically he will shock a lot of people. His QB skills weren’t all that bad they were just unpolished his ability to throw the ball is solid it was just footwork and technigue. So that every throw is consistent and level because his armstrength is outstanding he sees things very well and has great touch and feel. He just needed foundation. If Hue can give him that and school him on NFL defenses so that he can get his reads down and the offense down.
TERRELLE PRYOR will be one of the best QB’s in Raider history, Yes I said it RAIDER HISTORY!! just wait and see….
October 15th, 2011 at 7:57 pm
Hey guys, this is for the game going folks. Getting ready to get my tix for the Bears game for my annual game day with my dad. Up until now we have always sat in 140-145.
I was thinking of changing it up and maybe getting tix in the black hole 103-109 for the experience or on the Raiders side. Any of you guys watched a game from those areas? Is it worth it to do the black hole? That might be a stupid question.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:00 pm
I hope you’re not giving up on jc just yet priest. ..I’ve been saying that since we drafted Pryor. .. he’s going to surprise a lot of people. …a pleasant surprise. .. I heard Greg papa yesterday talking about how much better he’s throwing the ball… he is definitely our future qb!! And yes I say he is going to be our best qb in a long time!!” …like al told him… he Just needs to be patient and wait his turn and most important. ” Just Win!!”"
October 15th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 7:54 pm
TERRELLE PRYOR will be one of the best QB’s in Raider history, Yes I said it RAIDER HISTORY!! just wait and see….
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Where’s the customary, “PERIOD!”, as opposed to the less sure, “just wait and see?”
I’m a huge fan of Pryor, but one must temper their enthusiasm and statements. Eg, I’ve always been just as high on DHB. But I always tempered that with the real-world chance that he mightn’t succeed. Everything is 50:50. It’s all wait and see. DHB’s work ethic and down to earth personality and innate talent helped move that 50:50 ratio more to the positive side. Hopefully, Pryor follows suit, as we would have some killer team for the next decade with Hue Jackson steering the ship too.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
Yes it’s worth it even the Commissioner watched part of the game there. My tickets were behind it in sec.108 there’s really not a nad seat in the house but that would be a very good experience.
My only beef with saying that is when I named the O the blackhole I meant the entire stadium but some posers stole the name and made it after their endzone. So I have a hard time calling it that.
JB man I was at the Office picking up tickets Friday and went into the store there to but a momentum and sign it for the memorial and man tears poured out like a river. I was so embarrassed but I couldn’t stop crying man I paid my respects to some front office people and left because I couldn’t stay., I waited a few days until then because I knew that would happen and I was just overcome by sheer magnitude that man’s presence is still there. being as close as I was to that organization I could still feel him but I knew I would never see him again. It just rips me apart man it’s hard to explain…..2morrow is going to be very hard.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:14 pm
GG The big difference for Pryor is he was a supp 3rd rnd pick…….there’s no pressure like it was on DHB and Russell. AND he can sit and learn and watch JC do what he does and see the game before he is forced to perform. That is a HUGE plus for him he may not know it but I’m sure Mr Davis knew it and told Hue. That’s why he told Pryor “wait your turn” he doesn’t want him screwed up. Trust me Hue will not play Pryor one second before he knows he is ready. But once he’s ready JC is out. Whenever that day comes Pryor wil play and when he does he is going to set this league on fire.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:15 pm
Oh Sorry!…………….Period
October 15th, 2011 at 8:24 pm
Lol, priest. *thumb up*
Well, that’s going to help Pryor a lot. The lowered expectation. Deep down, I’m like you, a huge fan, like DHB too, and I not only hope but “see” a big bright future for them.
I think Pryor will end up being the starting QB and franchise QB come 2012. He may get a few looks in games this season. If he does look good, improves, gets a grasp of everything, etc, then he has much higher ceiling than Campbell (whom I love for being a Raider, helping be the bridge from Russell, giving us stable professional leadership and ability).
I just like to temper things, but you continue to be who you are, it’s very cool.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:26 pm
Thanks Priest, I think I’ll pull the trigger on the black hole. Once in a lifetime deal I guess. Plus the old man has a mouth like a sailor at Raider games, he’ll fit right in.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:28 pm
those going to the game tomorrow will be in for a treat. Wished I was there. You guys have a ball. Will be watching on tv.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:31 pm
Btw, in regards to Robert Griffin III, I’d love to see him in silver and black. I see him tho more of an astute ball-runner tho. I know we’re stocked in RBs, but i’d draft him as a scat back like Percy Harvin, running the ball and lining up in the slot a lot.
SE: DHB-Murphy-Moore
FL: Moore-Ford-Schilens
SL: Ford-RGIII
October 15th, 2011 at 8:38 pm
I think RGIII will be a 1st rnd pick as a QB, I think that guy is as good as the top teir QB’s in this draft if he declares. Maybe in the top 3 after Luck and Jones. I wouldn’t be shocked if he were starting in the NFL next year. For maybe Miami or whoever doesn’t get one those top 2 he may go somewhere near 15th overall. He’s exceptional..
October 15th, 2011 at 8:42 pm
aig-raiders Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 8:28 pm
those going to the game tomorrow will be in for a treat. Wished I was there. You guys have a ball. Will be watching on tv.
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Thanks AIG. Been taking it easy all night to get an early start tomorrow. It’s going to be fun
October 15th, 2011 at 8:46 pm
I respect your opinion, and others, just relaying my own here. I think RGIII’s passing more of an effect of his running ability and the scheme allowing the big passing play. The NFL is mostly pro-form, so if he were brought in as QB, he would struggle with reads and being a pocket QB. A team that drafts him as QB would be like Vick in Atlanta. And that was exciting but not pretty and restrictive. If the Raiders drafted him, I’d look at scat back Percy Harvin-esque. Maybe have a few Wild Cat plays, maybe some packages of end arounds and play-action WR-pass end arounds etc.
I can agree with you maybe some organization drafts him in the first as a QB. I hope the Raiders get him tho.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:48 pm
I also believe that BCampbell played some downs at LG during that series too.
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2 plays, the Bush flea-flicker and an incomplete pass.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:51 pm
Does anyone know of a link to a list of NFL players, what team they supported when they were growing up?
I know of about ten players, but wondering if anyone knows if there’s an extensive list out there in google-land somewhere?
October 15th, 2011 at 8:52 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
I was at the Office picking up tickets Friday and went into the store there to but a momentum and sign it for the memorial and man tears poured out like a river. I was so embarrassed but I couldn’t stop crying man I paid my respects to some front office people and left because I couldn’t stay., I waited a few days until then because I knew that would happen and I was just overcome by sheer magnitude that man’s presence is still there. being as close as I was to that organization I could still feel him but I knew I would never see him again. It just rips me apart man it’s hard to explain…..2morrow is going to be very hard.
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Much love and respect to you OG.
You are a true Raider. We are lucky to have you as part of the Nation.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:53 pm
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
Mike Huff and Bruce Davis should be Raiders for LIFE!
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Why?
October 15th, 2011 at 8:54 pm
No matter what, they have spoken. They have pissed their own bed, and nothing can change that. They are a peice of sh1t rag and they know it.
And fvck the Browns too. I expect the Raiders fvck them all over the field tomorrow.
October 15th, 2011 at 8:55 pm
AaronCurry51 Aaron Curry
Sup #RaiderNation person with the best #51 poster twitpic can win two tix to tomorrows game #rtn
October 15th, 2011 at 8:56 pm
GG Well time tells all but let me just say this. They said the same thing about Cam Newton calling him another Russell and Akili Smith. But Cam, RGII and Pryor can flat out play. I said it last year and people will see these kids love the game their not in it for the money and fame. Pryor and those other two are very talented and love the game and have outstanding work habits. That is all it takes when you’re talented as they are.
Now the kid at Michigan is just an athlete not a QB I’d draft him as a scatback when he’s ready to come out. But RGIII is as pure a passer as there is I watched him throw a pass today that dropped my jaw. I love Andrew Luck and compare him to the best to ever play but I’m telling ya’ RGIII is the truth………….period
October 15th, 2011 at 8:59 pm
Priest, actually I admit I got my wires crossed lol. I WAS thinking of the michigan guy d’oh. Denard Robinson, when I was saying draft him as a scat back. RGIII is more a QB who can run. My mistake!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:03 pm
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CODE BLACK will be on display tomorrow at the O.
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October 15th, 2011 at 9:04 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 8:56 pm
GG Well time tells all but let me just say this. They said the same thing about Cam Newton calling him another Russell and Akili Smith. But Cam, RGII and Pryor can flat out play. I said it last year and people will see these kids love the game their not in it for the money and fame. Pryor and those other two are very talented and love the game and have outstanding work habits. That is all it takes when you’re talented as they are.
Now the kid at Michigan is just an athlete not a QB I’d draft him as a scatback when he’s ready to come out. But RGIII is as pure a passer as there is I watched him throw a pass today that dropped my jaw. I love Andrew Luck and compare him to the best to ever play but I’m telling ya’ RGIII is the truth………….period
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You’re joking…period.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:09 pm
In a little over sixteen hours we will be playing a game that not only makes a statement to the rest of the NFL that we’re here, that we have arrived but that we’re a force to be reckened with.
There will never be another game like this. The first with Al gone and the first game after his death at home where tribute is paid to him for what he meant to this team and organization.
There is no way humanly possible that we lose tomorrow.
I expect big games from many, starting with our running machine Mcfadden and also from our many top receivers. Campbell with be passing to everyone to give them all a sweet taste of the victory.
Seymour with get our defense all riled up with one of his heart-pounding talks before the game stressing greatness and stepping up when the moment is presented. Ya, Seymour is not interested in just being good, he wants greatness from all of them and a commitment to be there for him as he will be there for them in those trenches where blood and guts control the outcome.
Tomorrow, all those in doubt about Hue, those there are but a few walking blind, will see that Hue was and is the right choice to lead this team and this franchise in the years to come. Years of greatness, years where we’re (Raider-Nation) back on top of the mountain. Blue skies and rainbows after the storms will be a common site in Raiders-land.
For those of you who will be there to watch in person…more power to you…good fortune is yours…enjoy the win. We’ll be there in spirit.
Go Raiders….Big, big game tomorrow.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:10 pm
Is Andy Reid done?
This is his worst start ever I think…
October 15th, 2011 at 9:11 pm
To clear up my confusing posts…
Hope Raiders draft Denard Robinson (Michigan). That guy is such an astute ball-runner. Have him be our Percy Harvin, take some hand-offs/end-arounds, and play the slot for massive YAC.
My assessment of RGIII (Baylor) is he’s okay. He’ll go 1st round as a QB. As with Newton, Pryor, RGIII, time will tell, it’s always going to be 50:50.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:13 pm
CODE BLACK in effect baby! All over the East Bay…the streets,stores at the mall, diners, bars and Oakland is goin nutso 2nite! b auce_2010@yahoo.com if u goin 2morrow…yeeeeeeaaaaaah. See ya tomorrow B auce man bout to get in smackin way too clean
October 15th, 2011 at 9:14 pm
GG I thought that might be the case that’s why I mentioned him. Now I totally agree….LOL
October 15th, 2011 at 9:16 pm
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# JB Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 7:00 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 6:52 pm
Did D.Ware get picked up by any team?
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Didn’t know he was on the trading block. What does Dallas want for him? What do they need?
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Sorry, I meant Jeremy Ware. 7th rd DB for Oakland.
Guy is ass’d out of a job now. But he was better than Walter McFadden.
I didn’t know Sterling Moore was a Patriot until today.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:16 pm
Sec 108 Row 17 for the Bears. See you all there.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:17 pm
anybody here at Rickey’s or the Hilton? What’s the scene like?
October 15th, 2011 at 9:19 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 9:14 pm
GG I thought that might be the case that’s why I mentioned him. Now I totally agree….LOL
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Thanks for the save! I had a momentary lapse of basic memory recall. I blame lack of sleep.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:20 pm
Please!! For anyone who has a video camera… please upload the tribute to al Davis on you tube….. I’m as interested in watching the tribute as watching the game…. dammit!! I know I’m missing out on something extra special! ! Does anyone want to trade tomorrow ticket for a ticket to the broncos game??…
October 15th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
Wow… Reilly went there. And only a week after Al’s passing.
http://espn.go.com/espn/story/_/id/7098616/rick-reilly-reflects-al-davis-commitment-honesty
October 15th, 2011 at 9:26 pm
Watching the 2nd half of the Texans game over again.
Got the running game going on 3 consective runs with Barksdale-Wiz-Carlisle and some great blocks from Tonga leading the way.
Went: run Right behind Carlisle, run behind Wiz that Darren cutback on , run right behind Wiz with a stellar lead block from Tonga.
Satele was only out 8 snaps by my count.
Also sweet was the work of Condo on the fake punt. Delivers a perfect direct snap, THAN PULLS OUT WIDE, to provide the seal block.
Looked like a block in the back, but he got the Pro Bowlers call, lol.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:29 pm
I watched 90% of the Baylor game today.
If RG III is truely a 1st round pick (not saying he isn’t) than that coach over there is really holding him back.
I counted 4 times on 3rd and long they had him throwing WR screens and 2 yard passes. They didn’t convert any of them.
There offense is just like those Crabtree-Texas TEch offenses. WR screen-bubble screen-HB screen-deep ball…..than WR screen-bubble screen-WR screen-deep ball.
They also quoted RG III as saying his dream athletic moment is to run a leg in the 4 X 400 hurdles in the next Olympics, not playing in the NFL.
Probably shouldn’t read too much into that, but I thought that was an odd thing to say.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:36 pm
JFB…
Yeah, that’s why I’m 50:50 on RGIII (Baylor). He throws a ton of short passes and screens. He can be fairly inaccurate on med-long passes. It will be a challenge for him, like it was for Newton, in the pocket in the NFL — to not hold on too long, not get happy feet, not lock onto receivers, be more aggressive throwing downfield, and fit more into the style of play-calling of the NFL.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:40 pm
Everybody’s talking about the SI article on Mr. Davis and saying it was a rip fest on him. I didn’t get that when I read it. It started out critical, but then the other 80 % of the article was positive and praised him alot.
I like how the article wrapped up saying something along the lines that despite what Al would like, when he’s remembered as years go by he will be more respected (for all his accomplishments and contributions to the game) than feared.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:40 pm
Just win, baby! BEAT THE BROWNS!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:41 pm
And Rick Reilly (SI), go eff yourself, scumbag! Where did you hear that Mark Davis wants to sell the team? Go straight to h e l l!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:41 pm
What about the QB on the other side of the field?
Ryan Tannehill looked great.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:43 pm
BUF @ NYG looks like a good match-up.
I’m suprised the line is NYG -3pts, I like BUF to win this one.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:46 pm
I like BUF, CAR, and WAS as upsets this week.
Raiders are -6.5, and will win by 10+!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:46 pm
Tannehill will adjust very quickly to the NFL, coming from a pro-offense. He doesn’t have a good arm, doesn’t throw a tight spiral. Lacks some pocket presence. Why they have him do a lot of roll-outs.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:47 pm
dbaz09 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
Wow… Reilly went there. And only a week after Al’s passing.
http://espn.go.com/espn/story/_/id/7098616/rick-reilly-reflects-al-davis-commitment-honesty
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what a bullsh1t article. only blowhards can live in the negative, while Coaches’ accomplishments will forever outshine any article some beat writer can conjure up. Al Davis is Al Davis. does not the guy who wrote that article know that? fvck that.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:47 pm
I’m pretty sure Al wants the Raiders to do their talking on the football field once the opening kickoff happens. This is a big game that we need to win to keep our playoff aspirations alive!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:48 pm
djohnnyg Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 9:40 pm
Everybody’s talking about the SI article on Mr. Davis and saying it was a rip fest on him. I didn’t get that when I read it. It started out critical, but then the other 80 % of the article was positive and praised him alot.
I like how the article wrapped up saying something along the lines that despite what Al would like, when he’s remembered as years go by he will be more respected (for all his accomplishments and contributions to the game) than feared.
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one, it was the cheesey cover, and two, they are still a ass bastard rag.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:49 pm
But he has good accuracy.
October 15th, 2011 at 9:54 pm
Tannehill is f’kin badazz dude!
Huge Aggies fan! LOL!
October 15th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
Rob Ryan VS Brady.
LOL!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:02 pm
RGIII’s Oline is garbage that’s why they throw that stuff if that kid played in OU’s system with Broyles and that Oline he would be off the charts. He rarely can stand there and just throw everything they do is to get the balll out quick but when he does throw the ball downfield he is very accurate. I watched Jones tonight and Broyles and those boys are extremely talented. He can just put it out there and they go get it.
RGIII is under the gun taking hits all game if you get that kid on a great team he would be sick. Baylor is outmatched almost every game he just keeps them in it.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:03 pm
The Fake Browns did beat the winless ‘fins and the winless colts. So they aren’t COMPLETELY inept.
But they also got tore up by Gradkowski.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:06 pm
Good Night Nation! See you all who’s going tomorrow at the coliseum and in the lot!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:10 pm
How many first round picks do we have on the defense now?
=)
October 15th, 2011 at 10:12 pm
What’s up with Carson Palmer?
The Rookie is makin’ him look the fool!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:16 pm
Cincinati hit the jackpot if I’m them I trade carson for a 1st to a QB starved team because his repacement is already in place. No reason t bring him back there they did very well. Trade him and move on..
October 15th, 2011 at 10:18 pm
I wish i could be there tomorrow. ill be going crazy from home. everybody that is going, give em hell!! make that stadium tremble… everybody gonna play their hearts out.
If we dont win convincingly tomorrow then our team isnt playoff caliber. I say that because the team will have the 12th man present more tomorrow than any other game this season. it should be emotional. and it will be very telling about how far along our team is. browns are already a should win game, even moreso now with Al’s passing. i expect the team to, as cable would say, “step on their throats”……
Raider Up! Tomorrow, mourn like a Raider, Cheer like a Raider, tailgate like a Raider, party like a Raider,live like a Raider. Be a Raider. An AL Davis Oakland Raider!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:20 pm
Trade him and move on..
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They are refusing to trade him. I don’t know what’s going on there… Both sides are actin’ emotional – not logical.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:21 pm
i don’t understand why people want to see changes made to the o line… The o line is looking the best it has for years and the are gelling and protecting the QB, yet people are calling for changes???
October 15th, 2011 at 10:21 pm
That’s my problem with the media in this country they spend every moment wasting pub on Tim Tebow when Cam Newton and Dalton are having outstanding rookie campaigns and no one knows but the locals. It’s shamful Tebow hasn’t done squat yet all the talk about is that bum.
Newton is setting rookie records and if you didn’t watch him you wouldn’t know it. Dalton is stablizing the Natti yet kn one knows. Pathetic!!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:21 pm
What is the infactuation with replacing Carsile with B Campbell?
October 15th, 2011 at 10:22 pm
Raider Up! Tomorrow, mourn like a Raider, Cheer like a Raider, tailgate like a Raider, party like a Raider,live like a Raider. Be a Raider. An AL Davis Oakland Raider!
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CODE BLACK!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
Tebow appeals to a wider audiance hence the attention he receives
October 15th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
160.•••••••••••••••/BREAKING NEWS/••••••••••••••• Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 9:48 pm
djohnnyg Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 9:40 pm
Everybody’s talking about the SI article on Mr. Davis and saying it was a rip fest on him. I didn’t get that when I read it. It started out critical, but then the other 80 % of the article was positive and praised him alot.
I like how the article wrapped up saying something along the lines that despite what Al would like, when he’s remembered as years go by he will be more respected (for all his accomplishments and contributions to the game) than feared.
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one, it was the cheesey cover, and two, they are still a ass bastard rag.
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I was referring to the “other” article on Mr. Davis not the Rick Reilly one. The Reilly one was a joke written by a disgruntled piece of crap Bronco fan.
I hope at Reillys death his worthless life goes under the same scrutiny.
Reilly is enemy number 1 in my book.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:24 pm
ArmChair GM Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 8:52 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
I was at the Office picking up tickets Friday and went into the store there to but a momentum and sign it for the memorial and man tears poured out like a river. I was so embarrassed but I couldn’t stop crying man I paid my respects to some front office people and left because I couldn’t stay., I waited a few days until then because I knew that would happen and I was just overcome by sheer magnitude that man’s presence is still there. being as close as I was to that organization I could still feel him but I knew I would never see him again. It just rips me apart man it’s hard to explain…..2morrow is going to be very hard.
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Much love and respect to you OG.
You are a true Raider. We are lucky to have you as part of the Nation.
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We need more women like Armchair to post their feelings.
You go girl.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:28 pm
ESPN bs.
“If Niners lose, doesn’t set them back.”
“If Raiders lose, it’s beginning of the end.”
More media bs
October 15th, 2011 at 10:29 pm
It’s shamful Tebow hasn’t done squat yet all the talk about is that bum.
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The Media will always have it’s Darlings – The Raiders will never be one – that’s the way we like it.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:31 pm
It makes me scratch my head as well about the hew and cry of our Oline. As much as i like the rookies and glad we have them why fix what’s working? wait until it’s broken…
BC and Barksdale will have their day but it aint today.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:33 pm
RaiderDee Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:28 pm
ESPN bs.
“If Niners lose, doesn’t set them back.”
“If Raiders lose, it’s beginning of the end.”
More media bs
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We need to beat Cle to be a contender – if we do lose then it is a real setback.
I don’t have a problem with that comment
October 15th, 2011 at 10:33 pm
# RaiderDee Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:28 pm
ESPN bs.
“If Niners lose, doesn’t set them back.”
“If Raiders lose, it’s beginning of the end.”
More media bs
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I see some logic there based upon each team’s opponents.
We are at home VS a 2-2 team.
The Niners are on the Road VS a 5-0 team.
We need a win to improve to 4-2.
They could lose and be 4-2.
This Game is very important for us!
Go Raiders!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:34 pm
priesttj Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:31 pm
It makes me scratch my head as well about the hew and cry of our Oline. As much as i like the rookies and glad we have them why fix what’s working? wait until it’s broken…
BC and Barksdale will have their day but it aint today.
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Exactly..
The coaches see these guys every day. Not us.
At the moment, we have our best five players starting
October 15th, 2011 at 10:36 pm
BC has been given every chance to win a starting spot and isn’t there yet.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:37 pm
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2011/10/15/SP1S1LI07A.DTL
October 15th, 2011 at 10:40 pm
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2011/10/15/SPJ11LI71J.DTL
I am sending this link to rank espn writer who is a beat writer comic wanna be and bronco apologist.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:41 pm
BTW ArmChair i appreciate the kind words my man, I just caught that so thanks!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:44 pm
This Rottweiler for Ariz St. can play…man he’s accurate.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:47 pm
It almost feels as if the team is following a script that Davis himself penned. No word on a funeral service. No word on what kind of tribute is planned. Little or no word on who will be running the football operation going forward.
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Al Lives!
October 15th, 2011 at 10:49 pm
[..]and with head coach Jue Jackson [..] Raider club should retain [..] image that Al Davis worked hard [.......] I have no doubt Raiders will be in great shape and poised [...] once again atop the league in many [..] Al Davis seems not only to have left the front office in order and with direction [..] and the troops on the field are assembled for the long haul [...] coach Jackson has a firm coaching staff in place [..] Mr. Al Davis knew what he needed to do [.......] the Lord called him home.
October 15th, 2011 at 10:56 pm
Big Ted
… al Davis was Jewish. ….
I think its a Jewish tradition/ritual. .. whatever you want to call it be buried ASAP… I’m talking with 48 hours of death… I assume he’s already been buried. ..
October 15th, 2011 at 11:00 pm
Interesting, I didn’t know of that Jewish tradition.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:05 pm
My wife and I will be there. Her very first Raider game.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:09 pm
BigTed707 Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:29 pm
It’s shamful Tebow hasn’t done squat yet all the talk about is that bum.
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The Media will always have it’s Darlings – The Raiders will never be one – that’s the way we like it.
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I agree. Better when they hate on us. Makes it that much sweeter when we do well.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:11 pm
Can anyone please explain why the Raiders are the only team from the AFC west playing tomorrow?
It seems a little conspicous that the browns are coming off their bye, then we play kc coming off their bye. Its bad enough the league tries and makes the Raiders play on east coast time, but to hide these little digs really expose what the nfl is trying to do to the Raiders. So what else is new…
October 15th, 2011 at 11:20 pm
teams can prepare all they want, Dmac will run all over them
October 15th, 2011 at 11:21 pm
Well, just a brief stop tonight for me in here. Better hit the hay. Looking forward to celebrating Davis’ legacy tomorrow at the coliseum.
Night, Nation. RAIDAHS FOR LIFE!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 11:24 pm
ghostraiders Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:56 pm
Big Ted
… al Davis was Jewish. ….
I think its a Jewish tradition/ritual. .. whatever you want to call it be buried ASAP… I’m talking with 48 hours of death… I assume he’s already been buried. ..
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That’s also my understanding except I thought it was 24 hours. I know it’s right away.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:25 pm
Wowo Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:33 pm
RaiderDee Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 10:28 pm
ESPN bs.
“If Niners lose, doesn’t set them back.”
“If Raiders lose, it’s beginning of the end.”
More media bs
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We need to beat Cle to be a contender – if we do lose then it is a real setback.
I don’t have a problem with that comment
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The Browns are a step or two behind the Raiders in terms of returning to respectability, that’s why. I’ve watched them all year. They are not good. Perfect opponent for the D to start solving some of its problems. The Raiders only lose if they are undermined by old bad habits. Hence, a significant step backwards.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:27 pm
amazing Says:
October 15th, 2011 at 11:11 pm
Can anyone please explain why the Raiders are the only team from the AFC west playing tomorrow?
It seems a little conspicous that the browns are coming off their bye, then we play kc coming off their bye. Its bad enough the league tries and makes the Raiders play on east coast time, but to hide these little digs really expose what the nfl is trying to do to the Raiders. So what else is new…
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Wow. Sounds like the same muslim, commie conspiracy that’s controlling our government.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:29 pm
Nite all – Want to get an early start to the game.
GO RAIDERS • JUST WIN RAIDERS
It should be a memorable game & event.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:31 pm
My prediction for tomorrow….
Campbell will throw a touchdown pass….out of bounds.
October 15th, 2011 at 11:32 pm
I really envy all you guys who are going to the game tomorrow. .. its really going to be something special. .IMO. I could imagine all the former Raiders that will be there… Otto. .Madden. . Lamonica… stabler… plunkett… villapiano…vaneeghan… king.. branch…shell.. millen. .. Flores. .. Martin.. ..brown.. Willie and Tim. . Brown. … etc etc etc.. I can go on n on….. I bet a lot of these guys in attendance tomorrow. .I wish I was there!! Respect for the old Guy… please!! And then lets kick some Cleveland Asss… just the way Al Davis would like… make some noise…. and lets end this one early… and enjoy fellas! !!
October 15th, 2011 at 11:37 pm
We have to win the next 3 to be considered LEGITIMATE. I was listening to a beat writer for the Houston Chronicle last night(forgot his name) and he said the better team lost that game in Houston last week.
Can you believe that?
Let everyone keep “sleeping” on this Raider team.We have to win the next 3 and go into that game vs SD at 6-2.Everyone outside of the Bay Area doesn’t believe.I think in a few weeks we will be getting some respect nationwide.
IN HUE WE TRUST…if he says Pryor is gonna be a great QB,let him make it happen.Look what he did with Carson Palmer and Joe Flacco.One can only imagine how much better Flacco would be if Hue was the O.C.in Bmore.
Raven fans wish Cam Cameron would get outta town A.S.A.P.
Curry…SEARCH & DESTROY!!!Plain and simple as that…be the P HILLIS HITMAN TOMORROW.We will know very soon if Curry is up to the task.I want to see a LB flying around the field from sideline to sideline
October 15th, 2011 at 11:54 pm
Hey Kirk,I mean mr/mrs,stfu tonight,come back with youre crap opinion on Monday,B
October 16th, 2011 at 12:00 am
Here’s to hoping that the Raiders are up 31-0 at the half. It would be nice to have a stress free Sunday with no cussin at the TV.
CODE BLACK 2011
October 16th, 2011 at 12:15 am
I feel the same sentiments JMac/Fattkid. I have dreaded but also have known that this day would come. Part of me appreciates the fact AD’s death occurred during a football season, and thus gives the opportunity to celebrate the mans legacy and his greatness, creating the perfect spectacle this game will provide.
I can not wait to celebrate the live of Al Davis tomorrow at the Oakland Alameda Coliseum, as we watch the Raids beat the Browns.
October 16th, 2011 at 12:22 am
Raiders CEO Amy Trask is urging fans to get into the stadium early for the moment of silence and National Anthem. From what I understand, there’s a remarkable piece of film to be shown right around that time that is not to be missed.
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Al Davis sittin in his chair ” dear Raiders fans if you are watching this video I’m probably dead…But I want y’all know… ” JUST WIN BABY” .. I think I would have heart attack but that would be supppper dope!
October 16th, 2011 at 12:41 am
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
30 year raider raiders 38 browns 17
860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
antispy3 Raiders 38 Brownies 16
The Big Banana Raiders 31 Browns 27
BigTed707 Oakland 34 Fake Browns 24
Blackmamba_20 42 – 17 Raiderzzzzzzzz
CanuckRaider Raiders 34 – Brownies 13
Carl Weathers Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns
CAROLINARAIDER Raiders 42 – Browns 24
CHAOS Raiders 35 Brown Eyes’ 10
Chris in NY Raiders 35, Browns 3
DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
downsouthraider Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards
ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
exlaraiderseasonticketholder 38-17 Raiders over the Brownies
fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18
GaterRaider RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19
GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
Hagar the Horrible Raiders 41 – Browns 13
HairyBush Raiders 27 Brownies 21
hendu RAIDERS!!21 and the Jim less Browns,17
HueJackinBullies Oak34-Cle24
HueKnows The A.D. Raiders37, Brown holes 17
JB Raiders 45 Browns 9
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)
John Tweedy Raiders 38 BrownStains 10
J-Raider Raiders-31/browns-27
Just Fire Baby Raiders 30 Browns 13
La Milicia Negra Raiders 26 Browns 30
LA to TheBay PAIN
Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
morilla Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17
neilb 34 – 10 Raiders.
No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
Otis60 Raiders 34 Browns 20
PlunkforHOF Raiders 38 Beige 9
Pretty Rick Raiders-37 Browns-20
qodrn Raiders 28 Browns 10
r8dercain Raiders 42 browns 10
R8ER MIKE OAKLAND 38 CLEVELAND 10
r8eray 38-17 Raiders
Raider2DaHeart Raiders 29 Dawgs 24
RaiderChaos Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiderjambo RAIDERS 45 brownies 10.
raiderkoolaid Raiders 30 Cleveland 17
raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
RaiderRetribution Raiders 38 Cleveland 3
RaiderRockstar Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiders_83 Raiders 45 Browns 9
raidazroger Raiders 31, Browns 20
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
Expansion Browns 13
realtruraider Raiders 34 Browns 13
RedneckRaider 40-17 Rayduhs
rob_raider raiders 38 browns 6
Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns
SilverAndBlackBleeder Raiders 37 Browns 6
SilverNBlackPA Raiders 33 – Browns 16
SR Raider Raiders 34, Cleveland 10
StayinBlack Raiders 37 Browns 13
Sullivan44 Raiders 31, Brownies 21
Tjbwall Raiders 34 Browns 17
TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
UP LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER RAIDERS 35 BROWNS 20
Vinous 37-20 Raiders
Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17
October 16th, 2011 at 12:47 am
anyone notice how rarely master bit chum comes on here anymore? maybe b/c i posted his actual website and yelp reviews? now we don’t have to hear his ridiculous “party” lies nearly as much. thanks from anyone?
October 16th, 2011 at 1:03 am
Haha thanks Rob, much appreciated.
October 16th, 2011 at 1:05 am
GG’s 63-0 odds on favorites
October 16th, 2011 at 1:06 am
Ghostraiders…post #192:
I may be totally wrong but being jewish doesn’t mean you’re buired in any jewish tradition. I would imagine
that you would have to be practicing the jewish faith. Again, I may be totally wrong but Davis was too busy with the Raiders to have any outside distractions other than his wife, son and a few close friends (and they were probably 99% ex-Raiders players or coaches?).
Also, with everything going on…died Saturday, team playing on the road on Sunday, etc. etc. there was no time to bury him in two days and they could have never kept “burying him” secret.
They’ll probably bury him Tuesday or Wednesday????
October 16th, 2011 at 1:13 am
Now only sully left
October 16th, 2011 at 1:16 am
Code black tomorrow , damn i wish I could watch the game in person, maybe next week
October 16th, 2011 at 1:56 am
Hagar… I never said he was a good Jew… I’m Catholic.. I don’t go to mass every Sunday. . The way a good Catholic should try to do…but I assure you… when I die… I want to be buried as a God fearing Catholic…. I’m sure that now that al Davis is gone…. his family cares more about the mans soul!! As well They should… traditionally. . Jews like burying their people as soon as They can…. even if its al Davis who died!! …
October 16th, 2011 at 2:35 am
Hey – you left me off the scores. 27 to 17 will be the score. Raiders 30, Browns 17.
October 16th, 2011 at 3:35 am
sullivan won’t leave. but he’s slowly hedging his bets, in an effort to join us if he sees they’re gonna make the playoffs. he likes hue and mark and carol davis. he’s predicting a win this week. but i’ll not forget what an anti-raider he has always been. when we do make the playoffs, i predict we’ll never hear from sullivan/alex/halverson again. he’ll re-alias himself and jump on the bandwagon.
October 16th, 2011 at 5:37 am
Raaaaiiiiddddeeeerrrrsssss…..
Raiders 30…….. Browns 20
Good things are coming..!!!
Just Win Baby!!.. Thanks for everything Al Davis ..
October 16th, 2011 at 6:12 am
Happy Raider Day! Time to get ready for the game. Got the Autumn Wind on the stereo, a cup of coffee brewing, and a shot of whiskey for Al. It’s going to be a good day
October 16th, 2011 at 6:40 am
Great news everyone. I got a new job in Sacramento. I love Albuquerque, but my wife wants to live in California and I want to be closer to the Raiders. Hoping to find some more action in Sac town. Hopefully me and my old buddy Sully can rekindle our relationship.
October 16th, 2011 at 6:41 am
Raiders 28, Browns 7
October 16th, 2011 at 6:53 am
Its bad enough the league tries and makes the Raiders play on east coast time
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Since the Raiders went to Buffalo in that morning game, two West Coast teams since have played in that time slot on the East Coast.
West Coast teams are 2-0, lol.
49ers beat the Eagles, Seahawks beat the Giants.
October 16th, 2011 at 6:56 am
Ghostraiders…post 217:
Hey, you’re really going off on some trip. I merely said that I didn’t think they have buried Al yet, as there is no way they could have done that secretly.
I just gave my opinion that they’ll probably bury him this coming Tuesday or Wedesday.
You went off on another trip about you not going to mass…and God fearing…and Davis’s family burying him to save his soul. If there is a soul to save, you can’t save it by burying it? One has nothing to do with the other.
Back to Raiders football…Just Win Baby.
October 16th, 2011 at 6:58 am
What if Al went cryogenic
October 16th, 2011 at 7:00 am
T-6 hours. Off to the game! For all who can’t make it, have a good one – we’ll be sure to be extra loud for ya
October 16th, 2011 at 7:06 am
GG…post 226:
Hahaha…good point. By the way, would that save his soul as well?
October 16th, 2011 at 7:09 am
ONly a foil-hat wearing, X-file dork would complain about playing the Browns, Chiefs and Broncos at home consectively, with a bye sprinkled in.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:11 am
Hagar the Horrible Says:
October 16th, 2011 at 7:06 am
GG…post 226:
Hahaha…good point. By the way, would that save his soul as well?
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I’m no expert in the after-world and spirituality. But I’ll say yes cos it’s Big Al, he’d have some fine print no one else could find to show Saint Peter.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:12 am
Hue is trying to build a bully, a tough-guy mantra for the team, and we got a faction of the fan base that still wants to cry foul about media coverage, the schedule, the refs, and anyting else.
If Hue were to read some of this stuff, he would jump through the computer and Randy Hanson some of you.
You can’t build a bully, while complaining about playing the Browns at home, lol.
OK……that’s my morning rant.
Let’s go get em Nation!!! Wish I could be there.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:13 am
ya, you can’t get any better than that. Three home games…with a bye before the Donkeys. We’ll be 6 – 2 going into diego-ville to play the dischargers. Great.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:14 am
I think this could be a Mike Bush game.
Get a lead, and start pushing them around. Save D-Mac’s legs for the two upcoming division games that are most wins.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:15 am
That Thursday night game is going to be banana’s.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:26 am
Raiders 28-17
October 16th, 2011 at 7:29 am
Run D steps up today and Raiders pound the Browns 38-10.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:33 am
updating after #236
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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
30 year raider raiders 38 browns 17
860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
antispy3 Raiders 38 Brownies 16
The Big Banana Raiders 31 Browns 27
BigTed707 Oakland 34 Fake Browns 24
Blackmamba_20 42 – 17 Raiderzzzzzzzz
CanuckRaider Raiders 34 – Brownies 13
Carl Weathers Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns
CAROLINARAIDER Raiders 42 – Browns 24
CHAOS Raiders 35 Brown Eyes’ 10
Chris in NY Raiders 35, Browns 3
DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
DonManoukiansNeighbor Raiders 28-17
downsouthraider Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards
ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
exlaraiderseasonticketholder 38-17 Raiders over the Brownies
fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18
GaterRaider RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19
GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
Hagar the Horrible Raiders 41 – Browns 13
HairyBush Raiders 27 Brownies 21
hendu RAIDERS!!21 and the Jim less Browns,17
HueJackinBullies Oak34-Cle24
HueKnows The A.D. Raiders37, Brown holes 17
JB Raiders 45 Browns 9
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)
John Tweedy Raiders 38 BrownStains 10
J-Raider Raiders-31/browns-27
Just Fire Baby Raiders 30 Browns 13
Just Win Baby Raiders 38-10
La Milicia Negra Raiders 26 Browns 30
LA to TheBay PAIN
Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
morilla Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17
neilb 34 – 10 Raiders.
No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
Otis60 Raiders 34 Browns 20
PlunkforHOF Raiders 38 Beige 9
Pretty Rick Raiders-37 Browns-20
qodrn Raiders 28 Browns 10
r8dercain Raiders 42 browns 10
R8ER MIKE OAKLAND 38 CLEVELAND 10
r8eray 38-17 Raiders
Raider Ray Raiders 28 Browns 7
Raider2DaHeart Raiders 29 Dawgs 24
RaiderChaos Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiderjambo RAIDERS 45 brownies 10.
raiderkoolaid Raiders 30 Cleveland 17
raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
RaiderRetribution Raiders 38 Cleveland 3
RaiderRockstar Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiders_83 Raiders 45 Browns 9
Raiderzmaverick Raiders 30 Browns 17
raidazroger Raiders 31, Browns 20
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
Expansion Browns 13
realtruraider Raiders 34 Browns 13
RedneckRaider 40-17 Rayduhs
rob_raider raiders 38 browns 6
Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns
SilverAndBlackBleeder Raiders 37 Browns 6
SilverNBlackPA Raiders 33 – Browns 16
SR Raider Raiders 34, Cleveland 10
StayinBlack Raiders 37 Browns 13
Sullivan44 Raiders 31, Brownies 21
Tjbwall Raiders 34 Browns 17
TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
UP LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER RAIDERS 35 BROWNS 20
Vinous 37-20 Raiders
Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17
October 16th, 2011 at 7:43 am
Will Jerry or Steve be handling the pre-game call in today @ 11:30 am, or what? Anyone know?
October 16th, 2011 at 7:47 am
232.Hagar the Horrible Says:
October 16th, 2011 at 7:13 am
ya, you can’t get any better than that. Three home games…with a bye before the Donkeys. We’ll be 6 – 2 going into diego-ville to play the dischargers. Great.
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I’m not looking ahead even one game. One game at a time cuz we know anything can happen and no game is a cake walk for us.
We have always played down to our competition. I know we SHOULD win this game, I know we have more speed and overall talent than Cleveland etc. etc. etc. but……….I’m taking NOTHING for granted in my football world.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:50 am
I looked up Jewish funeral traditions and according to wiki, Mr Davis had to be buried before the next Sabbath which was last Friday at sundown. He died on Yom Kippur, their holiest day of the year. Tradition according to wiki is a burial in a couple of days. So I would expect that Al Davis has already been buried according to his faiths guidelines. RIP Al Davis.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:53 am
Sheftner reporting that Madden/Wolf/Herock recommending Reggie McKinsey for GM (Packers)
October 16th, 2011 at 7:53 am
I recall that Sandy Koufax refused to pitch in the WOrld Series on Yom Kippur.
October 16th, 2011 at 7:59 am
Reggie McKenzie is an American football executive and former player. He is Director – Football Operations for the Green Bay Packers, and has worked for the Packers since 1994.[1]
His Super Bowl ring was stolen on May 3, 2009.[2]
His twin brother Raleigh McKenzie also played in the National Football League. Both he and Raleigh are members of Omega Psi Phi fraternity.
As administrator:
1994- Green Bay Packers
As player:
1985-1988 Los Angeles Raiders
1992 San Francisco 49ers
October 16th, 2011 at 7:59 am
STUFF THE RUN = WIN THE GAME!!!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:03 am
I dont care if McCoy throws for 400+ and the Raiders offense stalls like last week.
We will win if Hillis & Hardesty average less than 4 yards per carry
stuffing the run allows DVD to gain valuable experience & playing time, while we’re winning ballgames
October 16th, 2011 at 8:12 am
Did Al Davis even practice Judaism? I doubt it. His body was probably frozen until the new stadium is built. He will have a huge tomb and statue at the stadium entrance.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:15 am
Game day, Nation! Colt must go down often and hard!!!
Post #226: I hope he didn’t go cryogenic Ted Williams style. That would be kind of creepy.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:16 am
Sounds true to Curry’s career so far – Scouting Report
Like the Chiefs finally realized with Johnson, hopefully the NFL team that drafts Curry will do likewise and play him in the middle. He has very good athleticism making plays in front of him, but bites often on play-action, lacks good depth playing in the zone and is a bit too stiff to generate the sideline-to-sideline range to make impact plays on the outside, where he struggles to stop the runner’s forward momentum. He can clog the rush lanes when he stays low in his pads. Put him inside in a 3-4 alignment and he can be equally productive getting to the quarterback as he did in college. Play him on the outside and he will be exposed in a quick and deep passing game.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:18 am
237.GG Says:
October 16th, 2011 at 7:33 am
updating after #236
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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
30 year raider raiders 38 browns 17
860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
antispy3 Raiders 38 Brownies 16
The Big Banana Raiders 31 Browns 27
BigTed707 Oakland 34 Fake Browns 24
Blackmamba_20 42 – 17 Raiderzzzzzzzz
CanuckRaider Raiders 34 – Brownies 13
Carl Weathers Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns
CAROLINARAIDER Raiders 42 – Browns 24
CHAOS Raiders 35 Brown Eyes’ 10
Chris in NY Raiders 35, Browns 3
DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
DonManoukiansNeighbor Raiders 28-17
downsouthraider Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards
ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
exlaraiderseasonticketholder 38-17 Raiders over the Brownies
fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18
GaterRaider RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19
GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
Hagar the Horrible Raiders 41 – Browns 13
HairyBush Raiders 27 Brownies 21
hendu RAIDERS!!21 and the Jim less Browns,17
HueJackinBullies Oak34-Cle24
HueKnows The A.D. Raiders37, Brown holes 17
JB Raiders 45 Browns 9
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)
John Tweedy Raiders 38 BrownStains 10
J-Raider Raiders-31/browns-27
Just Fire Baby Raiders 30 Browns 13
Just Win Baby Raiders 38-10
La Milicia Negra Raiders 26 Browns 30
LA to TheBay PAIN
Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
morilla Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17
neilb 34 – 10 Raiders.
No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
Otis60 Raiders 34 Browns 20
PlunkforHOF Raiders 38 Beige 9
Pretty Rick Raiders-37 Browns-20
qodrn Raiders 28 Browns 10
r8dercain Raiders 42 browns 10
R8ER MIKE OAKLAND 38 CLEVELAND 10
r8eray 38-17 Raiders
Raider Ray Raiders 28 Browns 7
Raider2DaHeart Raiders 29 Dawgs 24
RaiderChaos Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiderjambo RAIDERS 45 brownies 10.
raiderkoolaid Raiders 30 Cleveland 17
raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
RaiderRetribution Raiders 38 Cleveland 3
RaiderRockstar Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiders_83 Raiders 45 Browns 9
Raiderzmaverick Raiders 30 Browns 17
raidazroger Raiders 31, Browns 20
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
Expansion Browns 13
realtruraider Raiders 34 Browns 13
RedneckRaider 40-17 Rayduhs
rob_raider raiders 38 browns 6
Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns
SilverAndBlackBleeder Raiders 37 Browns 6
SilverNBlackPA Raiders 33 – Browns 16
SR Raider Raiders 34, Cleveland 10
StayinBlack Raiders 37 Browns 13
Sullivan44 Raiders 31, Brownies 21
Tjbwall Raiders 34 Browns 17
TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
UP LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER RAIDERS 35 BROWNS 20
Vinous 37-20 Raiders
Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17
Artillery Shell Shut out 27-0
October 16th, 2011 at 8:19 am
A week ago, Brandon Lloyd asked to be traded. Now Eddie Royal wants out of Denver.
I’m going to take a wild guess and say that Horseface’s decision (you know it was) to start Tebow (and appease the fans so they don’t start boycotting games) has a little something to do with it.
Love it. Horseface is making decisions based on what the fans want, and now their playmakers want out. This should be fun to watch.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:20 am
Pryor had a personal QB coach/trainer for 5 weeks
starts talking about “blessings”
Danny Southwick is the man!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:22 am
Rick Reilly’s hate piece on Al Davis:
http://espn.go.com/espn/story/_/id/7098616/rick-reilly-reflects-al-davis-commitment-honesty
If I ever see this chump, I’ll make sure he gets a mouth full of my tazer.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:23 am
Aaron Curry sounds like a bible thumper, like Sam Williams was.
I think he’ll do well in Oakland.
MR, LA & Silver probably hate him already for expressing his faith.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:25 am
Getting ready to head out to the game. Hoping the sun comes out and weather is nice. Looking forward to observing the activity in Area 51. Hopefully, Curry shows us right away that we got an Al Davis type steal from the SeaHawks.
Orders of the day for Curry:
• See the ball
• See the ball carrier
• Destroy the ball carrier
• Strip & get the ball
• Repeat process at next opportunity
PS Romac. take notes and be prepared to take test.
GO RAIDERS • JUST WIN RAIDERS
October 16th, 2011 at 8:27 am
Raiders baby! On my way to the coliseum!!! Let’s get this thing crackin’
October 16th, 2011 at 8:29 am
I feel so electrified. I tfeels like Christmas Morning, hours before unwrapping the gifts, anticipation looming as it did all night, thwarting all efforts @ sleep.
I’m wearing my Al Davis Memorial Sweatsuit. Just came from my daily cardio (four miles today) & my daily pilgrimage to Starbucks. Two people got the connection.
I think I’ll wear this in effigy for the remainder of the season (Gamedays only). Which means if all goes according to plan I’ll be obvious @ the Raiders-Lions game 12/24 in all Al regalia; White sweatpants courtesey of Nike, Reebok White 1/4 zip coache’s pullover & Nike white turf shoes. The sunglasses are from Ray-Bay. The titanium sunglass strap is from Dicker & Dicker from Beverly Hills. Price of the total ensemble? $1700.00. The effect? Priceless.
There is a Raider bar in Woodinville, which is about 1/2 hour from here. I would love to make the pilgrimage but today suffices as a wake. Can’t see driving today. But, man, could you see the looks on all these people’s faces, a total stranger standing 5′10″, 150 lbs., hair sliched back in the Al Pompudor, ducktail in the back (I do have the Ducktail. do a mean donald duck, too), sporting sunglasses, towel draped over my shoulder, spurting Alisms every time someone recognizes the connection. That would be priceless. God I wish I lived down there.
I should have the girlfriend stash the car keys.
I haven’t cried yet but just thinking of all the former players, coaches &, in some cases bitter past rivals assembling to honor the old man, well, I won’t be able to hold em’ back much longer. I can see I won’t be sleeping (graveyard) today. . .
Thgether we’re not only a nation; we’re a world!
RIP, Al. Love you, nation! Go Beloved Raiders on the most unimaginable day I can think of. Still hasn’t sunk in yet. Maybe today will remedy that. . .
Raider 38 Brownies 16
That would help. . .
October 16th, 2011 at 8:30 am
KILL THE F-IN BROWNIES!!!!! KILL KILL KILLLLLLL!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:31 am
Hey raider fans I have my tickets for the chiefs and chargers game with me. I can’t make it to those two games. Sec 318 row 2.
Let me know. I bought em for $76 a seat (season ticket holder price) make me a good offer. I can give then to you today.
Email me at raiduh4life@yahoo.com. Leave your biker and I’ll call or text you. Paul!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:32 am
Number***
October 16th, 2011 at 8:33 am
I have 4 seats for each game.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:36 am
wooooooo! taking on the brownies! really worried about Chuky B, gonna make McCoy look like Steve Young.
Lets hope DMAC, DHB, and Jano show up and we can outscore this guys!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:38 am
Re: Curry. Not the first time we bring in a 1st rounder from other teams. Coaching players up has never been a Raiders strength. look for Curry to keep doing what he did in SEA. We have the 30th ranked D, how worse can it get?
October 16th, 2011 at 8:39 am
Nice piece Antispy3. You’ve got to do it man. And thanks for the backing re: LMN’s ranting the other night. He must have been heavily under the influence of the hootch that night…LOL.
Fridge is full…Beer and Caesers…Fall crop is in (wink wink)…Just have to run out for a bag of burgers and I’m set.
Kick Brownie butt Raiders!!!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:42 am
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
30 year raider raiders 38 browns 17
860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
antispy3 Raiders 38 Brownies 16
Artillery Shell Shut out 27-0
The Big Banana Raiders 31 Browns 27
BigTed707 Oakland 34 Fake Browns 24
Blackmamba_20 42 – 17 Raiderzzzzzzzz
CanuckRaider Raiders 34 – Brownies 13
Carl Weathers Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns
CAROLINARAIDER Raiders 42 – Browns 24
CHAOS Raiders 35 Brown Eyes’ 10
Chris in NY Raiders 35, Browns 3
DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
DonManoukiansNeighbor Raiders 28-17
downsouthraider Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards
ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
exlaraiderseasonticketholder 38-17 Raiders over the Brownies
fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18
GaterRaider RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19
GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
Hagar the Horrible Raiders 41 – Browns 13
HairyBush Raiders 27 Brownies 21
hendu RAIDERS!!21 and the Jim less Browns,17
HueJackinBullies Oak34-Cle24
HueKnows The A.D. Raiders37, Brown holes 17
JB Raiders 45 Browns 9
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)
John Tweedy Raiders 38 BrownStains 10
J-Raider Raiders-31/browns-27
Just Fire Baby Raiders 30 Browns 13
Just Win Baby Run D steps up today and Raiders pound the Browns 38-10.
La Milicia Negra Raiders 26 Browns 30
LA to TheBay PAIN
Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
morilla Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17
neilb 34 – 10 Raiders.
No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
Otis60 Raiders 34 Browns 20
PlunkforHOF Raiders 38 Beige 9
Pretty Rick Raiders-37 Browns-20
qodrn Raiders 28 Browns 10
r8dercain Raiders 42 browns 10
R8ER MIKE OAKLAND 38 CLEVELAND 10
r8eray 38-17 Raiders
Raider2DaHeart Raiders 29 Dawgs 24
RaiderChaos Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiderjambo RAIDERS 45 brownies 10.
raiderkoolaid Raiders 30 Cleveland 17
raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
raiderzmaverick Hey – you left me off the scores. 27 to 17 will be the score. Raiders 30, Browns 17.
Raider Ray Raiders 28, Browns 7
RaiderRetribution Raiders 38 Cleveland 3
RaiderRockstar Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiders_83 Raiders 45 Browns 9
raidazroger Raiders 31, Browns 20
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
Expansion Browns 13
realtruraider Raiders 34 Browns 13
RedneckRaider 40-17 Rayduhs
rob_raider raiders 38 browns 6
Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns
SilverAndBlackBleeder Raiders 37 Browns 6
SilverNBlackPA Raiders 33 – Browns 16
SR Raider Raiders 34, Cleveland 10
StayinBlack Raiders 37 Browns 13
Sullivan44 Raiders 31, Brownies 21
Tjbwall Raiders 34 Browns 17
TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
UP LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER RAIDERS 35 BROWNS 20
Vinous 37-20 Raiders
Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17
October 16th, 2011 at 8:44 am
I thought I nailed last weeks score!hmmmm, gonna have to check…. my prediction for today:
Raiders 31, brownies 24… o yeah!
October 16th, 2011 at 8:44 am
My pregame meal, McDonalds Cheeseburgers and KFC Cole Slaw.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:45 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
Aaron Curry sounds like a bible thumper, like Sam Williams was.
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As long as he focuses on being an NFL linebacker more than proselytizing, I don’t give a crap.
He lost favor with a lot of Seattle fans because he kept pumping out bible quotes on his football twitter feed. Fans expect your football feed to be about football, not your electronic pulpit.
And rather than take the high road to their criticism, he turned on them. I hope he learned and grew up some from that experience.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:48 am
CanuckRaider, thanks, dude. Just had to get that out.
The good thing is there’s enough of a NFL following around these parts that most people realize the impact of the loss & have been quite benevolent with their condolences.
As to that other (wink wink) matter; had to clean my “lamp” (well, my dad thought that was what it was. Taught him to borrow my car again)prior to my run. But now the rib eye’s on the barbie, Red Stripe in the fridge & ready to stoke up. But if I do that there’s no way I can drive. . . Take care, my friend. Enjoy the ride!
Are you able to watch the game live? if not try firstrowsports.tv. Buffers just a bit. Don’t use the HD. It only buffers. . .
October 16th, 2011 at 8:49 am
Tebow. hahahaha.those poor inbreds from Denver think that “spagetti arm” is going to make a difference.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:50 am
Huffy247 Michael Huff
You know what time it is….we gone have the Black hole rockin today. #Raidernation all day baby, let’s get this W.
October 16th, 2011 at 8:57 am
is it 1 yet?
October 16th, 2011 at 8:57 am
The reporters that cover the Raiders are horrible. To my knowledge, there has been no mention regarding Al Davis’ funeral.
Yes, I understand the Raiders like to operate in secrecy. It’s easy to see that the family might prefer a small private ceremony, rather than a huge outpouring. It’s possible this might have occurred already.
If that’s the case, it would be easy to announce that in keeping with family wishes this information will be kept private.
Just the fact that there’s been no mention whatsoever regarding funeral arrangements shows how out of the loop the local media is concerning anything Raider related.
Has anyone else seen a story regarding Mr. D’s burial that I missed ?
October 16th, 2011 at 8:58 am
OAKLAND, Calif. — Some of them asked for it. Others didn’t ask and will get it anyway. Whatever the case, Browns coach Pat Shurmur has called upon those getting the ball more beginning Sunday in Oakland to step up and make plays.
“The challenge is for the guys [who] are getting more of an opportunity to dig in and make it happen,” said Shurmur. “That’s the message to the guys that are getting more of a shot: ‘Okay here we go, make it happen.’”
During the bye week, Shurmur identified several playmakers who will get more touches: rookie Greg Little, who’s patiently waited his turn, will start and be groomed as the No. 1 receiver; tight end Evan Moore — who’s been vocal about wanting the ball more — will get it; and running back Peyton Hillis, who’s also made it known he wants more carries, will get the chance to pound the ball.
Others, such as Josh Cribbs and Ben Watson, will be relied upon more to jump start an offense that’s 26th in points per game and has journeyed into the red zone only nine times — tied for second-worst in the league.
“I think it’s great,” said Little. “That’s the type of player you want to be. You want to be the player they want to go to when the game’s on the line. Coach wants guys that want the ball every single play, and that’s the type of player I’ve always been.”
Tony Grossi’s four things for Browns-Raiders
1. Not in Cleveland anymore: By my unofficial count, at least 30 Browns — more than half the roster — have never played a game in O.co Coliseum. Coach Pat Shurmur has been there only one time. A routine visit to the so-called Black Hole is an eye-opening experience. Visiting on the day the club is honoring franchise icon Al Davis, who died last Saturday, is going to be quite a challenge, to say the least.
2. Get their hands down: The interior of the Raiders’ defensive line is a forest of redwoods. Each of their tackles is 6-5 or taller with long arms. The Raiders deflected seven Matt Schaub passes last week and lead the league in this category. Colt McCoy has trouble sometimes seeing in the pocket over his offensive line. Experienced guards and centers would cut the Raiders’ linemen below their knees to open throwing lanes. But the Browns are very young in the middle and might be missing starting center Alex Mack. McCoy will be throwing on the run a lot.
3. Hillis and Hardesty to the rescue: Shurmur has pledged to run more and throw less. He has said that Hillis will get more carries. Hardesty’s load also is expected to increase — due to the reduced throwing. Of course, the scoreboard can blow up these good intentions. If the Browns fall behind by 10 points or more, they’re not going to catch up by handing off.
4. Thunderfeet vs. Josh Cribbs: Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski routinely deposits his kickoffs into the Oakland Bay at home games. Cribbs won’t have much opportunity to affect the game with kickoff returns. But he’s looking forward to fielding punts because Shane Lechler has been known to outkick his coverage. Cribbs said he welcomes a booming punt more than a low line drive because it gives him time to examine the field with the ball. Of course, the Browns’ defense will have to force some punts for Cribbs to field any such punts.
— Tony Grossi
Plain Dealer predictions
Mary Kay Cabot (2-2) / Raiders 27, Browns 20: Do the Raiders have any choice but to Just Win Baby?
Tony Grossi (1-3) / Raiders 27, Browns 10: Raiders treat Colt McCoy like a Cabernet grape.
Bill Livingston (1-3) / Raiders 27, Browns 14: “Just win, baby” really works against teams like the Browns.
Terry Pluto (3-1) / Raiders 24, Browns 20: I have a bad feeling about this one because of Oakland’s strong ground game.
Bud Shaw (3-1) / Browns 20, Raiders 17: Browns’ guest appearance in “Weekend at Al’s” steals the show.
Little will try to take advantage of being singled up on a rookie cornerback in Oakland’s man-to-man scheme. The Raiders, 28th against the pass, are also giving up scads of yards through the air — almost 300 per game.
“Coach has a great game plan for us this week and it’s going to be exciting,” said Little, who’s making his first career start and looking for his first score. “I think that first touchdown could be coming this weekend.”
Receivers coach Mike Wilson is excited about Little’s ability.
“I coached Anquan Boldin in Arizona, and he quickly reminded me of Anquan,” said Wilson, who played with Jerry Rice in San Francisco. “He’s a very physical guy who’s also very athletic. He can sink hips, get in and out of breaks, can block inside. Greg is just scratching the surface of his potential.”
Wilson said Little is further along at this point than another premier receiver he’s coached — Larry Fitzgerald.
“Larry struggled a little bit his first year and I don’t think Greg is struggling,” said Wilson. “He’s got a good football aptitude and he’s going to be a very good player.”
Moore, who has only seven catches but two touchdowns, doesn’t plan on changing his approach. The problem has been so few trips inside the red zone, where Moore is a focal point.
“Anytime we’re called upon, we’ve got to make plays — no matter what the situation, no matter what point in the season it is,” he said. “It’s a challenge and I’m looking forward to it.”
Another development will be Cribbs coming in off the bench consistently as the third receiver behind Little and Mohamed Massaquoi.
“He’s gotten tremendously better,” said Wilson. “He’s a phenomenal athlete, a playmaker. Our philosophy is that we’ve got to get the ball in his hands. I’ve tried to embrace Josh, let him run normal receiver routes and get open. He runs good routes. I told Josh when I came in, ‘you’ve proven all you can as a return guy, your next step is to be a great wide receiver and play the position,’ and he wants to do that. Josh is really just a magical guy. When he gets the ball in his hands, he makes things happen.”
Shurmur has also promised to get the ball more Hillis, who had only 10 carries for 46 yards against the Titans, in part because the Browns fell behind. But running more — especially against the Raiders’ 22nd-ranked run defense — is music to Colt McCoy’s ears.
“I think coming off this bye week, we’ve got to be more effective running the ball,” McCoy said. “When we do that, I think we become more settled, more consistent.”
The challenge for McCoy and the offensive line — one that might be without center Alex Mack — is not letting the tall Raiders linemen bat down his passes. Last week, they knocked down seven of Houston’s Matt Schaub’s. Mack is recovering from his Oct. 3 appendectomy and won’t know until game time if he can play. If not, Steve Vallos will replace him.
“You have to be aware of those guys,” said the 6-1 McCoy. “It’s something they’re pretty good at because of their size. If they get stoned at the line, they’re just going to play your eyes and get their hands up, so you can’t really think about it too much.”
McCoy knows it will be largely up to him to help the Browns overcome the emotion-packed, sold-out O.co Coliseum, where the game will be a tribute to the late Al Davis.
“Across the league, everybody is mourning Al Davis’ death,” said McCoy. “I know they are over there, so it’ll be a big game for them, but it’s a big game for us, too. We’re going on the road, but coming off a bye week we really need to go out there and play well. That’s important to us.”
October 16th, 2011 at 9:01 am
I hope Tebow doesn’t make a difference, but the team is and has been clearly better when he plays, which admittadly isn’t saying a whole lot.
I know I would have rather faced “just drop the ball” Orton in a few weeks than Tebow.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:05 am
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
October 16th, 2011 at 8:57 am
The reporters that cover the Raiders are horrible. To my knowledge, there has been no mention regarding Al Davis’ funeral.
Yes, I understand the Raiders like to operate in secrecy. It’s easy to see that the family might prefer a small private ceremony, rather than a huge outpouring. It’s possible this might have occurred already.
If that’s the case, it would be easy to announce that in keeping with family wishes this information will be kept private.
Just the fact that there’s been no mention whatsoever regarding funeral arrangements shows how out of the loop the local media is concerning anything Raider related.
Has anyone else seen a story regarding Mr. D’s burial that I missed?
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Don’t blame the reporters. Suffice it to say that if the family wanted everyone to know the details, the details would be made available. Some in the media may even know, but out of respect to the family they’ve chosen to keep it to themselves.
Al is going to be memorialized today, in The Black Hole, with fans and former Raiders in attendance. We should respect his wife and son and just leave it at that.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:07 am
Can’t wait to watch the weekly trainwreck that is the Eagles this week!!!
How many turnovers from the Vince Carter of the NFL (Mike Vick) today?
2, 3, or 4?
Over his last 11 games, he is averaging almost 2.5 per game.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:12 am
Perhaps I’m being harsh on the reporters. But I’ll tell you this, I don’t think it’s an accident that any breaking news or story regarding the Raiders is rarely revealed by a local source. Invariably, they are scooped by other outlets.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:14 am
Wow! Eddie Royal is available for trade… Do it Al, oh wait, Do it Hue!!!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:14 am
RRrrrrrrrraaaaaaaiiiiiiidddddddeerrrrrsssssss!!!!!!!!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:16 am
Who is the Kevin Durant of the NFL? Megatron?
October 16th, 2011 at 9:17 am
JFB, I think I’m going to bet the Eagles. Not that I think they’re any good at this point. Just that I can’t buy into Rex Grossman. Plus I can’t forget the 59 point beatdown last year. I’m figuring the NFC East tightens up a little this week with a Redskin loss.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:18 am
Who is the Kevin Durant of the NFL? Megatron?
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Not a bad analagoy.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:18 am
analogy or analagoy, lol
October 16th, 2011 at 9:19 am
Yeah, #273, but the Brownies, short handed on “D” will have to contend with the Raiders offense. I like the Raiders chances. . .
October 16th, 2011 at 9:20 am
Don’t even know who Kevin is????
So your answer is nope…..lol!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:20 am
JFB, I think I’m going to bet the Eagles
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Man…….really do miss the days of having an option of getting some action 45 minutes before kickoff.
Do your thing buddy, I am far from a skilled football picker.
I would consider the Panthers and backdoor Cam. He has backdoored his way into a cover I think 3 weeks in a row.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:22 am
RAIDERMAN99…POST 272:
I totally agree with you…not a word, not a peep and not even a whisper…nothing.
Raider Ray…post 246: Has a good take and I agree with him.
Maybe we’ll hear something in regard to Al’s burial during the halftime show today, wouldn’t be surprised.
As you said the media has been a total zero in this area, but that’s not a big surprise.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:24 am
Former, not latter. . .
October 16th, 2011 at 9:25 am
Off to the sportsbook. Know they’ll have the Patriots/Cowgirls on the big screen at 1 pm. Raids get no respect, not even in Reno.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:30 am
It’s 1/2 hour until kickoff & I just put the rib-eye on the grill. The girlfriend is just laughing @ me; she just got ready for work & I’m having a barbecued steak & 9:30 in the morning. If I don’t eat a huge meal now there’s no way I’ll be able to eat during the game. . .ready to rock now! Time for theme music!
The Autumn Wind is a Pirate & it’s time to plunder! Tomorrow? Debauchery (one of my favorite words. . .the girls quite like it, too!).
October 16th, 2011 at 9:33 am
Onn way to stadium. Raiders take next step in beating a team they are supposed to decidedly!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:34 am
mmmmm… ribeyes. that sounds good. at any time of the day…
October 16th, 2011 at 9:36 am
La Milicia Negra Says:
October 16th, 2011 at 9:14 am
Wow! Eddie Royal is available for trade… Do it Al, oh wait, Do it Hue!!!
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Broncos won’t trade either WR to the Raiders. That will never happen.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:37 am
Do we really need another receiver?
October 16th, 2011 at 9:40 am
If Jerry Mac ever writes a book about his time as a writer, I would definitely buy and read it. This was a great read, I could picture his thoughts and memories. I remembered reading his words on this blog after his dad passed away and you can feel the emotion. Jerry you are an awsome writer, keep up all the great work.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:41 am
Drooling. . .had to take off the jumpsuit; can’t have rib eye juice on the fines. . .
October 16th, 2011 at 9:43 am
I’m out, have to do some work before the game. Some meth heads are causing trouble in the park. Time to bust some teeth (whatever they have left, LOL). Go Raiders!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:50 am
Raiders don’t need any Donk WR’s!
who would we trade anyways?
Do they want Schilens & Murphy in exchange for Lloyd & Royal straight up?
October 16th, 2011 at 9:50 am
Ray, you a cop? A have a question for you.
October 16th, 2011 at 9:56 am
Got Quesadillas, guacamole for the game today! Hope we get to see the special halftime stuff, even if it’s on utube. Loved the utube clip showing fans waiting for the raiders in alameda!
GO RAIDERS!
October 16th, 2011 at 9:56 am
Raiding Texas,
My point was that Aaron Curry will succeed in Oakland BECAUSE of his faith, not in SPITE of it …
Agreed with JFB about Mike Vick. hope he chokes today along with Peyton Hillis and the rest of Dell’s FF team
Pryor will be the Raiders version of Allen Iverson. Which if you dude’s know me is a GOOD THING !!!
Colt McCoy might look like Bernie Kosar today, but as long as Peyton Hillis looks like Reuben Droughns we’ll be ok
October 16th, 2011 at 10:05 am
Stop the run win the game
October 16th, 2011 at 10:14 am
new post ladies!
October 16th, 2011 at 10:52 am
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
30 year raider raiders 38 browns 17
860Todd Christensen Raiders 31 Cleveland 13
909RaiderLifer RAIDERS–45 SKIDMARKS—16
alex7 Raiders 27 Browns 20 Defensive/ST touchdown for Oakland
antispy3 Raiders 38 Brownies 16
Artillery Shell Shut out 27-0
The Big Banana Raiders 31 Browns 27
BigTed707 Oakland 34 Fake Browns 24
Blackmamba_20 42 – 17 Raiderzzzzzzzz
CanuckRaider Raiders 34 – Brownies 13
Carl Weathers Raiders 33 – 13 Le Bruns
CAROLINARAIDER Raiders 42 – Browns 24
CHAOS Raiders 35 Brown Eyes’ 10
Chris in NY Raiders 35, Browns 3
DaTruth91 raiders 30 browns 21
DonManoukiansNeighbor Raiders 28-17
downsouthraider Raiders 35 Browns 17…Run DMC 150 yards. Soup will pass for over 200 yards
ElkGRaider Oaktown 31 – BooBoo 13
EMRaiders CLE 20 OAK 24 4-2 on our way to 6-2! GO RAIDERS!!!
exlaraiderseasonticketholder 38-17 Raiders over the Brownies
fingers Raiders..30 Browns 20
Florio’s pick: Raiders 28, Browns 18
GaterRaider RAIDERZ 31 – brownires 19
GG Raiders 63 Browns 0
ghostraiders Raiders 31. Cleveland 13.
Hagar the Horrible Raiders 41 – Browns 13
HairyBush Raiders 27 Brownies 21
hendu RAIDERS!!21 and the Jim less Browns,17
HueJackinBullies Oak34-Cle24
HueKnows The A.D. Raiders37, Brown holes 17
JB Raiders 45 Browns 9
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)
John Tweedy Raiders 38 BrownStains 10
J-Raider Raiders-31/browns-27
Just Fire Baby Raiders 30 Browns 13
Just Win Baby Run D steps up today and Raiders pound the Browns 38-10.
La Milicia Negra Raiders 26 Browns 30
LA to TheBay PAIN
Lowdown_in_Beijing Raiders 30 Browns 0
Macho Man Randy Savage Raiders 31, brownies 24… o yeah!
mcfadden20. raiders 48-13
mikedlopes Al Davis’ Raiders: 57 Hershey Stains: 17
morilla Raiders – 31 ~ Browns – 17
neilb 34 – 10 Raiders.
No Mas Diamante RAIDERS 27 BROWNS 16
oldschoolraider Raiders 41 Browns 6
Otis60 Raiders 34 Browns 20
PlunkforHOF Raiders 38 Beige 9
Pretty Rick Raiders-37 Browns-20
qodrn Raiders 28 Browns 10
r8dercain Raiders 42 browns 10
R8ER MIKE OAKLAND 38 CLEVELAND 10
r8eray 38-17 Raiders
Raider2DaHeart Raiders 29 Dawgs 24
RaiderChaos Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiderjambo RAIDERS 45 brownies 10.
raiderkoolaid Raiders 30 Cleveland 17
raidermarty RAIDERS 41 browns 14 CODE BLACK!!
raiderzmaverick Hey – you left me off the scores. 27 to 17 will be the score. Raiders 30, Browns 17.
Raider Ray Raiders 28, Browns 7
RaiderRetribution Raiders 38 Cleveland 3
RaiderRockstar Oakland 34 Cleveland 6
Raiders_83 Raiders 45 Browns 9
raidazroger Raiders 31, Browns 20
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Al Davis’ Raiders 31
Expansion Browns 13
realtruraider Raiders 34 Browns 13
RedneckRaider 40-17 Rayduhs
rob_raider raiders 38 browns 6
Rosenthal’s pick: Raiders 24, Browns 17.
Ryan Says: Raiders 38 Browns
Silverandblack666 Raiders 35 Browns
SilverAndBlackBleeder Raiders 37 Browns 6
SilverNBlackPA Raiders 33 – Browns 16
SR Raider Raiders 34, Cleveland 10
StayinBlack Raiders 37 Browns 13
Sullivan44 Raiders 31, Brownies 21
Tjbwall Raiders 34 Browns 17
TheToozFan55 Raiders – 27 Browns – 13
UP LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER RAIDERS 35 BROWNS 20
Vinous 37-20 Raiders
Zymurge Raiders 23, Browns 17
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