McKenzie: Expect more change
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Thursday, February 23rd, 2012 at 6:49 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Note: Managed to get a few minutes with Raiders G.M. Reggie McKenzie after the dinner hour tonight for stories on the personnel approach of the Raiders and 49ers as well as a web story which I posted below . . .
Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said Thursday he has been meeting with agents to talk about contracts with existing players and guessed there will be more players who are released beyond cornerback Stanford Routt.
McKenzie didn’t speak during the open media sessions at the NFL scouting combine but managed to squeeze in a few questions during the evening as he goes about remaking the personnel strategy of the Raiders.
“We’re looking at some things,’’ McKenzie said. “A lot of agents are in town, so we’re looking to sit down with some of these guys and work some things out. Without being specific, there are things we’v ego tot get done and we’re in the process of doing that now. So yes, we can expect some things to happen.’’
Included among players who could be in line for pay adjustments or release include outside linebacker Kamerion Wimbley, free safety Michael Huff, weak side linebacker Aaron Curry and defensive tackle Tommy Kelly. Releasing Wimbley and Huff would cost the Raiders $10.25 million in guaranteed money on contracts written last season.’’
McKenzie said he expected to get more out of interview sessions and medical updates than the actual physical drills, which are tests of physical skill which may not have a lot to do with football, and chuckled at the notion that the Raiders may not have the fastest player in the 40-yard dash this season.
“If he can’t play football, then no, I’m afraid not,’’ McKenzie said.
So what are the Raiders looking for?
“The combine will really just tell you what kind of athlete, not what kind of football player he is,’’ McKenzie said. “We’re not looking to grade these guys out as football players. We’re looking to grade them out on what kind of athletes they are, and medically.
“You look at that and see what they do on film, and see if that co-relates.’’
While there is speculation that McKenzie plans on making major changes in the scouting department once the draft is completed, he said the process is going smoothly for this session.
“The communication has gone very well, and the guys have been very good about adjusting to things, and myself adjusting to them,’’ McKenzie said. “We’re looking to get on the same page and that’s what we’re doing.’’
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February 23rd, 2012 at 6:54 pm
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February 23rd, 2012 at 6:58 pm
Included among players who could be in line for pay adjustments or release include outside linebacker Kamerion Wimbley, free safety Stanford Routt, weak side linebacker Aaron Curry and defensive tackle Tommy Kelly. Releasing Wimbley and Huff would cost the Raiders $10.25 million in guaranteed money on contracts written last season.’’
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Man if Routt gets cut again that would really suck for him.
February 23rd, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Oh yeah, and I plan to trade the quitter DMAC….
Reg
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:00 pm
Trade him for the rights to Stu Schweigert and Stacy Toran.
Genius.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:01 pm
Man if Routt gets cut again that would really suck for him.
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Yes, but we save twice as much money!
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:02 pm
There are lots of bonuses…
Roster bonuses
Incentive bonuses
Pro Bowl bonuses
How about a pain shot bonus?
Darren, YOU FEEL WHAT I’M SMELLING?!
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:03 pm
@darrenmcfadden #nancyboy
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Thank You for the update Jer. Good Looking out!
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:07 pm
I have a strange feeling we are gonna be trotting out a JV team next year. Sounds like Reggie is gonna destroy and rebuild. It sucks because I think we were close to contending. however, if it leads to a championship I’m all for it.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:10 pm
Dmac will be a raider
Most talent on the roster
Wld be flat out DUM to trade him away 4 a wut if player
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:13 pm
reggies cutting scholarships – most overpaid team in football – highest payroll, no picks, 3rd place afc west
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:16 pm
[...] cost the Raiders $10.25 million in guaranteed money on contracts written last season. Source: Oakland Tribune [...]
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:17 pm
[...] McKenzie: Expect more change Note: Managed to get a few minutes with Raiders G.M. Reggie McKenzie after the dinner hour tonight for stories on the personnel approach of the Raiders and 49ers as well as a web story which I posted below . . . Raiders general manager Reggie McKenz… [...]
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:17 pm
REALLIONAIREB Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:10 pm
Dmac will be a raider
Most talent on the roster
Wld be flat out DUM to trade him away 4 a wut if player
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When you think about it DMAC is a what if player himself(What if he gets hurt again?). If we can trade him for a really good pick or player, and still keep Bush and Branch, I say why not. A fresh start might not be so bad.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:36 pm
Is Jerry Wasted? Spell check and roster check is in order Jerry.
Reggie just takes his time, slow and deliberate. Just like he said in his press conference:
“I’m an Aim, Shoot, Fire, type of guy.”
He’s gonna upgrade our talent while shedding salary at the same time. Most of the semi-bloggers could shed some salary pretty easy. Finding the UFA gems that Reggie said he will bring in will be when we can really judge him.
Finally, a normal, structured draft, looking for “Football” players…..
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:37 pm
Misnomers to be dispelled:
Running backs are not important in today’s NFL.
Running backs are a dime a dozen and easily found.
Certainly, the passing game is king. Gone are the days where an offense revolved around a dominant, bruising running game.
Never has the importance of having a premier QB and explosive passing attack been more pronounced.
The emphasis on the passing game has made it fashionable to underestimate the importance of having a balanced attack.
It’s still immensely important.
I’ve seen it said that ‘DMAC is a luxury the Raids can’t afford’.
I prefer to think that risking discarding the best all-purpose RB in the NFL is a luxury the Raids can not afford.
Having a healthy DMAC potentially elevates the Raid offense to elite status. He’s that good.
You simply can not give up on a talent like DMAC. He’s the best player the Raids have.
No, his durability issues can not be ignored. But neither can his excellence when healthy.
Rest assured, having a solid ground game and a top notch RB is important, even in today’s pass happy NFL.
Backs like DMAC are anything but a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found.
In fact, I’d go as far as saying that the return of a healthy DMAC is the single most important element necessary to ensure the Raids being an outstanding offensive unit.
Keep DMAC.
DUMP SLOWLANDO.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:40 pm
i wonder if we can trade mcfadden to the bengals (perfect fit) and get back that number 1 pick
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:40 pm
While backs like McFadden aren’t a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found,backs like Bush are.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:43 pm
Unless you are “availiable” to play on Sunday, you have no value to the Raiders.
Everyone says a “healthy” DMAC. That is an oxymoron in my book, 5 years in the league and has had 1 good year.
You can be a playoff team with a great running game.
You can win SB’s with a crappy one.
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:50 pm
It’s too bad we can’t trade any of these “out of whack” contracts. DMAC and DHB look like the only two guys that would be able to draw any interest and save cap room and I doubt RM trades DHB with a cap hit of only 2.1M.
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:00 pm
Lefty12 Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:40 pm
While backs like McFadden aren’t a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found,backs like Bush are.
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Nope, Bush aint a dime a dozen either.
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:05 pm
KoolKell Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:00 pm
Lefty12 Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:40 pm
While backs like McFadden aren’t a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found,backs like Bush are.
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Nope, Bush aint a dime a dozen either.
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Maybe so, but he is much more replaceable than Mcfadden.
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:28 pm
Jerry McDonald @Jerrymcd
Asked McKenzie if Raiders would have fastest player in 40-yard dash. He said not if he can’t play.
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The perfect answer!
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:29 pm
theres a reason reggies crew went and got new trainers asap. hopefully its for dmac, jacoby,taiwon, etc/////
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:33 pm
While backs like McFadden aren’t a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found,backs like Bush are.
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Nope, Bush aint a dime a dozen either.
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Like its hard to find a RB to average 3.8 YPC and can’t pick up a blitz.
Gotta keep the 44th ranked YPC rusher in the NFL!!
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:39 pm
Bush proved this last year that he’s a good back-up RB – nothing more. He refuses to learn how to block, he runs out of gas easily, he’s NOT a banger at the LOS and he’s NOT a threat around the edge. Teams learned that stacking 8 in the box stuffs him on a regular basis. I’d prefer to let him go and then pick up Mike Tolbert from San Diego. He’s a banger and would be an excellent alternate to DMac.
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:41 pm
25 right on. Love bush but does that deserve a franchise tag?
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:42 pm
Other teams in the league don’t waste resources on players who can’t play; be it because of injury or skill. The Raiders, under Al(RIP), had a history of holding on to those type of players far too long, and getting rid of or benching great players way too early because of Al’s personal vendettas. You never know we might have some gems on the roster who never got the chance under Al’s reign. I think McFadden should be traded if we can improve our roster defensively. I say let’s see what a Taiwan/Bush platoon can do under Knapp. Hell we might even find an undrafted free agent RB ala Arian Foster etc.
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:53 pm
Free Agent Prospect to replace Bush:
Mike Tolbert (SD) – Tolbert is a terrific utility back and unique at his size. He can give an offense a bit of everything, but above all, he’s an extremely powerful runner that will punch in the ball from the 1 with consistency. The Chargers do like him as a complement to Ryan Mathews, but bringing him back to San Diego will depend on his asking price considering they should be able to re-sign Jacob Hester at a cheaper price.
This is a guy we should be targeting. He’s a team player!
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:09 pm
Teams learned that stacking 8 in the box stuffs him on a regular basis.
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Yup.
If a coupla guys watching teevee can figure this out, you don’t think the rest of the NFL has?
I say offer him a one year, 2.5 mill contract with a stipulation he loses 15 to 20 pounds… I bet that is the best he is going to do. If he averages 3 yards a carry again (like his last 6 games) his career is toast anyway. Then we only lose one seasons salary.
If he gets a big fat long term contract, watch him sit on his ass and push 260…
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:14 pm
Other teams in the league don’t waste resources on players who can’t play; be it because of injury or skill.
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Kinda like SD did with Drew Brees?
You don’t let go of the best player on your team regardless of anything.
Sorry… dumb idea. If he can’t finish the season this year, THEN think about letting him walk. Most draft picks are hit or miss anyway.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:17 pm
I guess I missed Bush losing the game for us, for his “poor blocking skills”. But, he’s a good player in my book.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:23 pm
21.KoolKell Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 8:00 pm
Lefty12 Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:40 pm
While backs like McFadden aren’t a dime a dozen and aren’t easily found,backs like Bush are.
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Nope, Bush aint a dime a dozen either.
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You’re absolutely correct on this one. Nickle a dozen in my book.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:25 pm
Anyone know who and where to contact whoever moderates this blog?
I checked around the site, but ended up going in circles.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:28 pm
The biggest, fastest dude on this blog can replace Bush as far as rushing yards. And the rest of us could get Palmer killed missing our freaking blocks.
And it wouldn’t cost Reggie the franchise tag. Just a new post no more than every 6 hrs.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:29 pm
KK Don’t know how you could have missed his poor blocking skills. He whiffs on blocks worse than Romac trying to make a tackle. There have been total misses that have caused sacks or could have caused QB injuries. He seems to refuse to learn how to do it right. Maybe he just doesn’t like getting hit. That would certainly explain his style at the LOS. The last 4 games where he was the starter, he was simply ordinary at best. He was out of gas & the league has him figured out. He’s no threat around the edge so they simply load up in the box and give him maybe 1 yard. Bush, IMO, will never be a successful NFL starting RB for any team. FA Tolbert would serve us much better and would cost us less.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
Value guys in the draft:
- CB Trumaine Johnson (law issues)
- CB Omar Bolden (Injuries)
- OLB Sean Spence (size)
- FS Janzen Jackson (Law issues)
- RB Terence Ganaway (slow 40, catching issues)
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:33 pm
Krappy, that “book” you’re referring to is as outdated as you are, old fool.
No one follows the Bible when it comes to player evaluations, goat!
BEEECH DIGGITY 4 EVA C’MON NOW
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:35 pm
I guess I missed Bush losing the game for us, for his “poor blocking skills”. But, he’s a good player in my book.
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I don’t recall the game, but his missed blitz assignments caused at least two sacks and the teevee announcers even singled him out for it. It was during the losing streak late.
I remember it because he actually TRIED to pick up the blitz the following week.. I figured it was because he got his ass chewed so hard…
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:36 pm
Sweep the leg
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jbecker@bayareanewsgroup dot com
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:44 pm
Here are some dates to keep in mind around the NFL.
February 20: Franchise Tag
Teams can apply a franchise tag on one of their free agents, preventing that player from signing with a new team. That player will receive the average of the top-five salaries at his position, all of which will be guaranteed. There are various levels of franchising — exclusive and non-exclusive — that could allow another team to acquire that player but usually at such a cost (losing draft selections) that teams generally avoid.
Star-divide
February 22-28: NFL Combine
The annual NFL Combine in Indianapolis will kickoff on Wednesday, February 22, showcasing this year’s top prospects. Coverage will be live on NFL Network and NFL.com.
March 5: Deadline to Apply The Franchise Tag
If teams fail to use their franchise tag on a player by this date, then that player will be available for free agency.
March 13: Free Agency Begins At 4 p.m.
At 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, the new league year begins and free agency kicks off, allowing unrestricted free agents to sign with any team they wish. If a team tenders a restricted free agent, then the level of that tender dictates the compensation for the original team if another team signs that player to an offer. Exclusive-rights free agents will be unable to sign with a new team no matter what if the original team tenders that player a deal.
March 25-28: NFL Owner’s Meeting
Pretty self-explanatory.
March 30-31: Super Regional Combine
Much like the National Combine in late February, the Super Regional Combine invites players that attended NFL Regional Combines, giving prospects that did not take part during the National Combine in Indianapolis an opportunity to conduct drills in front of all 32 teams.
April 26-28: 2012 NFL Draft
The first round will start on April 26, with the second and third rounds taking place on April 27 and the final four rounds on April 28.
Late July: Training Camp Begins
The Cincinnati Bengals will kickoff the 2012 Training Camp at Paul Brown Stadium.
September 6: Regular Season Kicks Off
The New York Giants will launch the new season, hosting a yet-to-be-determined opponent. Some speculate that it’ll be the New Orleans Saints.
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:47 pm
Sorry, got the above from a Bengals website apparently.
Was first link in the search for important nfl dates 2012
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:48 pm
Bush Stats 2011 as starter:
att yds ypc
SDGO 30 152 5.2
MIN 30 109 3.6
CHI 24 69 2.9
MIA 10 18 1.8
GB 23 78 3.4
DET 18 77 4.3
KC 23 70 3.0
SDGO 19 66 3.5
Not exactly what I’d call a premier RB. The last 6 games he was either figured out by the opponents or was out of gas. In either event, he was less than ordinary as a starter. If he had been a real starter he would have been demoted, traded or released. And some want to put a franchise tag on this guy – C’MON MAN, get real!
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:59 pm
WR Brian Quick Could be a great option if he drops a few more rounds due to his 40 time..
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:07 pm
Bush is durable.
That’s nice to have.
He’s not terrible. He’s probably average at best.
I remember at least two seperate occasions when he had 3 shots rom the one yard line and could not get in the endzone.
I don’t recall him breaking tackles. I DO recall him running thru gaping holes on occasion.
I also recall him missing blocks and almost getting our QB decapitated.
But… he is durable.
I’ll end on a positive.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:20 pm
“The combine will really just tell you what kind of athlete, not what kind of football player he is,’’ McKenzie said.
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Praise Jesus someone finally understands this.,
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:23 pm
If the league sees Bush the way many of us in here do, then he may be real disappointed when he goes out to the other teams as a FA looking for a starting role. His last 6 games say it all – BACKUP! But, by all means, he should go out and look. I think we’d be better off with Mike Tolbert a FA from San Diego. He IS a BANGER at the LOS and he’s consistent and blocks well. RM may already have Bush’s replacement under contract. He signed RB’s Lonaye Miller & Rashawn Jackson in January. I don’t know anything about either of them other than they were RM picks.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:36 pm
Lonaye Miller:
DOB: April 29, 1988 (age 23)
Place of birth: Fontana, CA
Ht: 6′0″ Weight: 232 lb
Undrafted FA 2010 – signed w/ Dallas Cowboys
Rashawn Miller:
DOB: January 15, 1987 (age 25)
Place of birth: Jersey City, NJ
Ht: 6′1″ Weight: 239 lb
Undrafted FA 2010 – signed w/
Carolina Panthers
Neither one of these guys jump off the page. Maybe RM knows something we don’t. They could also just be camp fodder. Guess we’ll just have to wait & see.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:37 pm
DMAC is no better than Bush. So sorry to disappoint you. Let’s analysis DMAC’s stats:
Sept 12 Denver DMAC rushed 151 yds
Sept 18 Buffalo ” rushed 72 yds
Sept 25 NYJ ” rushed 171 yds
Oct 2 NE ” rushed 75 yds
Oct 9 Hou ” rushed 51 yds
Oct 16 Cle. ” rushed 91 yds
Oct 23 KC ” rushed 4 yds
Now then, I have said it dozens of times, granted, DMAC ran right through Denver and the Jets, both bottom tier teams with losing records, and notably 2 of the worst teams in the AFC.
DMAC has similiar stats to Bush against top tier teams, the Pat’s and Houston.
DMAC did okay against Cle. but a truly great back would have torched them for at least 150 yds.
DMAC, of course did nothing against KC except wuz out for 4 yds and hurt his little foot.
The stats of DMAC and Bush are very similiar and in the end their performances were too.
Let’s look at receiving:
DMAC caught 19 passes for 121 yds with one TD.
Bush caught 37 passes for 418 yds with one TD.
It seems Bush is a better receiver than DMAC.
My point is this: you are analyzing Bush wrongly. He was used defectively by Hue: 1, Bush up the middle, little gain; 2. Pass to DHB, dropped; 3. Bush up the middle 2 yds; 4. punt. This offensive pattern was fulfilled time and time and time again in the last 5 games, and was disgusting to me.
I think Bush is too big to be a full time starter. I don’t think Bush is great, but very, very good. I also think he shouldn’t be franchised and is maybe worth $4M per season. One thing is, I feel that in any case Bush should make the same money as DMAC earns.
Frankly speaking I would trade DMAC, since he is mainly useless against top tier teams with winning records and will never play more than 8 games per season.
What I am saying is that if you think Bush will be easy to replace, you are mistaken.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:37 pm
Reggie better hurry up and get this team assembled.
The first pre-season game is only 20 weeks away.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:39 pm
I always suspected that the Raiders had a descent scouting dept. The first round was always a disaster and the rest of the rounds were usually pretty solid. I think Uncle Al picked the first rounds.
I was hoping McKenzie didnt gut the scouting dept. We have a lot of starters from the last few drafts.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:42 pm
Thank god AD won’t be meddling in this year’s draft.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:44 pm
McKenzie: Expect more change
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Since we haven”t done SHI* for the last 10 years, I would HOPE there would be MORE change!!
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
It would concern me if the headlines wrote, “Raiders have not done ShI* for ten years. McKenzie hopes for more of same!”
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
Stfu,softline,dont need that bs,period.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:49 pm
Aviontheone Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 7:07 pm
I have a strange feeling we are gonna be trotting out a JV team next year. Sounds like Reggie is gonna destroy and rebuild. It sucks because I think we were close to contending. however, if it leads to a championship I’m all for it.
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i would think it would be a year to cut salary and add cheap, but effective depth, then get trades in order for a few additional picks , with any luck it COULD end up like this
released
Huff
Henderson
Kelly
Chris X. Johnson
re-negotiated and or signed
Giordano
Desmond Bryant
Marcell Reece
Richard Seymour (re-done to save 3-6 mil)
Aaron Curry (release is 50-50, maybe he restructures cause he “glad to be here”
drafted
94-96 (Asomugha compensatory) Vontaze Burfect or Emmanuel Acho
110 (via trade) Josh Norman or Trumaine Johnson
130 Sean McClellin, OLB, Boise St.
140 Marvin McNutt, WR, Iowa
148 Nicolas Jean-Baptiste, NT, Baylor
170 Brett Roy, DE/OLB, Nevada
240 (Howard compensatory) Richard Golden, CB, Arizona
signed
Jameel McClain, ILB
Early Doucet, WR,
Chris Myers, C
Will Montgomery, G
Paul Soliai, NT
William Middleton or Cortland Finnegan, CB
Ahmad Brooks, OLB
Jarrett Bush, S
Carlos Rogers, CB or Tracy Porter, CB
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:50 pm
Hendu, 55
You talking to me ??? And what BS would that be ?
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:50 pm
Hardline
You make a very good case comparing the two. The only difference, aside from running speed & blocking ability is potential. DMac has the potential to break a run all the way whereas Bush is not really a threat in the running game. DMac can run the edge or up the gut and does break many initial contacts. Bush on the other hand is up the gut and rarely breaks initial contacts. Receiving, I think they are comparable as you pointed out. When it comes to pass protection blocking DMac is very good, Bush either can’t or won’t. Either way, that’s unacceptable. DMac needs to play a full season to really see his value. If he doesn’t do it this year, he’ll be gone. Money wise, the are not equal in abilities & therefore not equal in earning power. I believe we can do better in FA than Bush. we’ve seen the best of Bush and it is not extraordinary.
I also agree with you that Hue’s play calling left much to be desired. On a positive note, DMac’s injuries have not been repeaters. Every injury has been something new. At least he’s not chronic on any specific injury. Maybe he’s just had some bad luck & it’s time for him to really get it going. I hope so anyway.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:52 pm
JB, 58
I agree with you. Maybe if DMAC is used correctly his performance will increase. Now wouldn’t that be stellar???
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:53 pm
hendu Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
Stfu,softline,dont need that bs,period.
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I thought “softline” was a Whiner. Should I yank out the plank? We haven’t thrown anyone over the edge for awhile…
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:55 pm
Seymour Bush, 60
Do whatever you wish, Seymour. It’s a free country with free expression.
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
It would concern me if the headlines wrote, “Raiders have not done ShI* for ten years. McKenzie hopes for more of same!”
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Oh ye of little faith…
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:58 pm
57,nope,I was talkin to the wall,small one.Mr Davis has passed on,get new material,get lost with youre Hatred and BS,and then stfu,Nothing You have posted is worth cr-p,IMO
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:59 pm
RaiderSam Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 10:46 pm
It would concern me if the headlines wrote, “Raiders have not done ShI* for ten years. McKenzie hopes for more of same!”
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Oh ye of little faith…
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Oh no. RM does not concern me. I have the faith in him.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:01 pm
My point is this: you are analyzing Bush wrongly. He was used defectively by Hue: 1, Bush up the middle, little gain; 2. Pass to DHB, dropped; 3. Bush up the middle 2 yds; 4. punt. This offensive pattern was fulfilled time and time and time again in the last 5 games, and was disgusting to me.
I think Bush is too big to be a full time starter. I don’t think Bush is great, but very, very good. I also think he shouldn’t be franchised and is maybe worth $4M per season. One thing is, I feel that in any case Bush should make the same money as DMAC earns.
Frankly speaking I would trade DMAC, since he is mainly useless against top tier teams with winning records and will never play more than 8 games per season.
What I am saying is that if you think Bush will be easy to replace, you are mistaken.
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Running backs are valued less, so what return would you get?
draft pick AND player
example a 54th overall pick from Detroit AND Jahvid Best or DeAndre Levy?
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:02 pm
RaiderSam, # 62
I have faith in Reggie too.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:02 pm
He seems to be doing the right thing.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:08 pm
Hendu, #63
Get a life Hendu…..or go to bed. I bet right now if I polled 100 participants in this blog at least 90 would say they are glad AD is not around to meddle anymore, after 29 yrs of meddling produced only 9 winning seasons.
Who are you to pop up as a self proclaimed censor, thinking that you have the right to burden the speech of posters in here as if you are on the tribunal of the Spanish Inquisition???
I reserve that right to Corky, and the Bay Area News Group. Plus, in that role you are so soft and weak, it just doesn’t work for you, IMO.
I don’t know how many times I have to tell you.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:11 pm
Also, I never, ever personally attack another poster in this blog for his/her opinion, unless of course his/her post is a personal attack on me.
Quit making me have to attack you; I don’t like it at all. Stop it already !!
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:17 pm
68,mrs,mr,softline,1st,what a suckarse,bet if I polled 100 99 would say youre a JACKARSE,Mrs,Mr,sully,Beaver!Leave Mr Davis out,SFBS,Hes passed on,MORON
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:17 pm
Gdog Says:
February 23rd, 2012 at 9:14 pm
Other teams in the league don’t waste resources on players who can’t play; be it because of injury or skill.
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Kinda like SD did with Drew Brees?
You don’t let go of the best player on your team regardless of anything.
Sorry… dumb idea. If he can’t finish the season this year, THEN think about letting him walk. Most draft picks are hit or miss anyway.
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Firstly, SD let go of BREES because they had RIVERS waiting in the wings. That didn’t work out too badly for them, did it?
Secondly, RB is a position that you will probably only get 2-3 great years out of the best. McFadden has already had MAJOR wear on his wheels. He’s only been healthy for 1 season thus far. You can easily find a serviceable RB via the draft or free agency for way less money. This is a QB driven league even more so now that passing offenses has become so prominent.
In closing, considering Mcfadden’s injury history and the average career span of a NFL RB, it’s not a DUMB IDEA to trade him. It may be a risky one, but it’s a calculated risk that could end up changing the fate of the franchise for the better. Remember, it’s impossible to be the best player on the team if you aren’t on the field playing on Sundays.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:23 pm
Some FA’s to consider:
OLB – Jarret Johnson (Bal)
OLB – Anthony Spencer (Dal)
NT – Aubrayo Franklin (NO) or
NT – Paul Solial (Mia)
OT – Jared Gaither (SD)
RB – Mike Tolbert (SD)
OC – Chris Meyers (Hou)
WR – Marques Colston (NO)
CB – Tracy Porter (NO)
SS – Tyvon Branch (Oak)*
* priority signing
I’m assuming we switch to a 3-4 D and Wimbley is cut. I can see RoMac & Curry as ILB. DE’s will be Seymour, Shaughnessy, Bryant & Moss. At NT will be new FA, backed up by Houston & possible a restructured Kelly.
It would be nice to see an O-line of Veldheer, Wiz, FA Meyers, Barksdale & FA Gaither. Starting WR FA Colston & Ford/DHB with D-Wow in the slot. TE = Boss.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:36 pm
13. What a joke. A link to a page with links to stories. U don;’t even produce anything yourself. Gross.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:43 pm
Mods,Sorry,but if Mr Davis is gone after in ANY way,I will reply,the Man has passed on,cant defend Himself,so Many of us will.I get the failure,its called SPORTS,I wish we had 6 Super Bowls,and I hope to win the lotto,HaHa mr is another story,imo
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:46 pm
Reality dictates we don’t have picks were gutting the team and scheme, we are in full rebuild mode and that means losing seasons ahead in most cases or should I say MORE losing seasons.
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:51 pm
KC talking to Peyton Manning’s agent. Who said a franchise QB can’t make a big difference. If KC gets Manning, KC could easily be a force next year.
February 24th, 2012 at 12:00 am
If you can pay no-contribution, no-win guys like Wimbley, Kelly, Huff, Curry a bunch of money to miss plays and give up 95 yard drives in crunch time with regularity….
You can re-sign Bush easily
February 24th, 2012 at 12:08 am
my thinking on mc fadden he runs so hard he hurts himself (obvious),but as he gets older and wiser ,and watches some tape of marcus allen maybe he realizes he can still run hard but smart .the beginning of his career he was tagged bust now hes out to prove he’s not and ends up playing 8 game seasons .when he figures out its ok if he doesnt bust every run he may last longer (marcus allen was a hard guy to hit when someone tried to lay the wood on him as soon as they dropped their head to get him by the time they got there he was a foot to the right or left or a foot short or over the top .you never saw him try to level someone with his headbone
February 24th, 2012 at 12:17 am
Games and production. How many more excuses do you throw out there.
Reggie will get to the bottom of this and clean this house
February 24th, 2012 at 12:18 am
post 75 how long did it take the panthers to reach the big game (dont feel like googling right now)we are over cap, no picks,new(rookie) owner ,new(rookie) coach,new (rookie)assistants new(rookie)GM basically an expansion team but in debt.anything close to 8-8 ill be calling for every ones head .but if you think about what do you really expect if you think about everything honestly
February 24th, 2012 at 12:20 am
Which CBs do we try for in FA?
http://www.raidernationstation.com/ones_to_watch
February 24th, 2012 at 1:41 am
Dont care what anyone who is negative or disses on Coach Davis has to say. Raiders are gonna be good with Dmac and Palmer and the great DMoore and DHB is comin back strong.
Raidahs will have a 1-2 punch in the backfield with Dmac and Bush. The new defensive minded HC means business and expect the sellouts to continue.
And Coach Davis’ legacy remains. He put all the pieces in order and here we go.
And if you got a problem with Mr Davis, well, get ova it. Coach has passed on, but he is still in the stadium.
Code Black Baby!
February 24th, 2012 at 1:49 am
I would not franchise anyone on the roster.
February 24th, 2012 at 4:58 am
Just rip the band-aid, clean off Reggie!!
This offseason will be much different than all the rest.
February 24th, 2012 at 5:59 am
Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie said Thursday he has been meeting with agents to talk about contracts with existing players and guessed there will be more players who are released beyond cornerback Stanford Routt.
McKenzie didn’t speak during the open media sessions at the NFL scouting combine but managed to squeeze in a few questions during the evening as he goes about remaking the personnel strategy of the Raiders.
“We’re looking at some things,’’ McKenzie said. “A lot of agents are in town, so we’re looking to sit down with some of these guys and work some things out. Without being specific, there are things we’v ego tot get done and we’re in the process of doing that now. So yes, we can expect some things to happen.’’
Included among players who could be in line for pay adjustments or release include outside linebacker Kamerion Wimbley, free safety Michael Huff, weak side linebacker Aaron Curry and defensive tackle Tommy Kelly. Releasing Wimbley and Huff would cost the Raiders $10.25 million in guaranteed money on contracts written last season.’’
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Yes !!!
interested to hear my man BCZ’s take on this for two reasons. We debated it all of last week. Reggie is headed for the locker room with an axe in his hand
it’s friday and he’s usually a pretty positive guy today. I’m expecting a mello response like “I guess we’ll just have to trust him” instead of the fiery world is coming to an end stuff …
February 24th, 2012 at 6:02 am
While there is speculation that McKenzie plans on making major changes in the scouting department once the draft is completed, he said the process is going smoothly for this session.
“The communication has gone very well, and the guys have been very good about adjusting to things, and myself adjusting to them,’’ McKenzie said. “We’re looking to get on the same page and that’s what we’re doing.’’
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Reggie kept Al’s scouting dept intact?
surprised he didn’t want to bring in “his guys”
February 24th, 2012 at 6:03 am
THE WORLD IS COMMING TO AN END,BUT THAT IS ANOTHER DISCUSSOIN 4 ANOTHER BLOG..GOOD MORNING ALL.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:04 am
Just rip the band-aid, clean off Reggie!!
This offseason will be much different than all the rest.
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JFB,
Reggie is gonna have a few Raider fans on the ledge ready to jump this offseason. However, when we start winning football games in September these cats will settle down
February 24th, 2012 at 6:05 am
whats up, Dirt Lot?
you are GM Reggie McKenzie today…
what are your first 3 moves?
February 24th, 2012 at 6:07 am
September wins won’t do much for me.
We need post Turkey day wins.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:08 am
what are your first 3 moves?
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-Cut Wimbley
-Restructure Huff
-Package our 5th round pick and Jacoby Ford, for a 2nd rounder
February 24th, 2012 at 6:13 am
September wins won’t do much for me.
We need post Turkey day wins.
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so you expect us you start slow and finish strong?
last year flipped upside down?
February 24th, 2012 at 6:13 am
What are you talking about bro? When have I said Reggie isn’t going to make any moves? None of that comes as any surprise to me. Obviously the first move is to get these guys to take pay cuts, some will be willing, some will not. Some guys you have to kind of eat their contract because there is no financial gain to cutting them (Romac). If I had to take a stab in the dark at what will happen it will look something like -
Wimbley – refuses to rework deal, cut – saves 4.5 mill
Kelly – Doesn’t seem like a guy who will play ball – Cut saves team around 3 mill
Seymour – happily reworks deal for 2 year extension, saves team 7-9 mill in cap space
Curry – tears up old Seattle contract signs new 3 year cap friendly deal – saves us roughly 3 mill in cap space
Huff – renegotiates contract saving us around 2 mill, but new deal is heavily backloaded so the Nation still freaks out that he makes too much
Palmer – restructures to a new 4 year deal worth about the same as his current 3 year deal, more cap friendly to team (saves us about 4 mill in space this year)
February 24th, 2012 at 6:14 am
-Cut Wimbley
-Restructure Huff
-Package our 5th round pick and Jacoby Ford, for a 2nd rounder
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You’ve got my attention. I’m listening. Lets hear your sales pitch
February 24th, 2012 at 6:15 am
Reggie kept Al’s scouting dept intact?
surprised he didn’t want to bring in “his guys”
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New regimes never replace the scounting department until after the draft, there is just no time to get new guys in place and prepared in time for the combine and draft day. Common practice.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:16 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
It’s Aloha Friday! Coffee and Breakfast on me guys! Gabby…fix these guys up today!
February 24th, 2012 at 6:16 am
If I had to take a stab in the dark at what will happen it will look something like -
Wimbley – refuses to rework deal, cut – saves 4.5 mill
Kelly – Doesn’t seem like a guy who will play ball – Cut saves team around 3 mill
Seymour – happily reworks deal for 2 year extension, saves team 7-9 mill in cap space
Curry – tears up old Seattle contract signs new 3 year cap friendly deal – saves us roughly 3 mill in cap space
Huff – renegotiates contract saving us around 2 mill, but new deal is heavily backloaded so the Nation still freaks out that he makes too much
Palmer – restructures to a new 4 year deal worth about the same as his current 3 year deal, more cap friendly to team (saves us about 4 mill in space this year)
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you had me at “hello”
February 24th, 2012 at 6:18 am
Coffee and Breakfast on me guys!
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thanks hwnrdr, I’ll have the steak & eggs
February 24th, 2012 at 6:18 am
I like that Bcz…post 93!
February 24th, 2012 at 6:20 am
98.RaiderRockstar Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:18 am
Coffee and Breakfast on me guys!
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thanks hwnrdr, I’ll have the steak & eggs
And I’ll take the Raider Omelette…mix whatever you like in there, just make it work!
February 24th, 2012 at 6:23 am
DEFINITLY IN THE MINORITY HERE,I AM 4 BASICLY STAY’N PUT.I DO NOT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT $$ AND CAP HITS.HELL,COULD BE STILL PAY’N ON JIM OTTO’S CONTACT.IF THESE PLAYER’S R NOT MOTIVATED 4 THERE JOBS GOING INTO NEXT SEASON WITH NEW REGIME HERE,MAKE THAT DECISION NEXT OFF SEASON.WANT TO SEE WHAT ALLEN & CREW CAN DO WITH THIS ROSTER.HOPE THAT DOES NOT SOUND LIKE A COP-OUT..ASK ME SAME ? THIS TIME NEXT YEAR..
February 24th, 2012 at 6:26 am
I hear where you are coming from Dirt, but you just can’t justify having Wimbley be the second highest paid player on the team, when his production shows he is little more than a role player. We don’t have the draft ammo to add the crucial pieces for success, and the fiscal irresponsibility from Al has in a prediciment that we don’t have the ability to add via free agency either. Moves HAVE to be made, if the guys aren’t willing to be paid commeasurate with production
February 24th, 2012 at 6:27 am
GAME-DAY MORNING BREAKFAST 4 ME HWNRDR..TRI-TIP SANDWITCH / HOT LINK OR 6 /FEW RIBS /ENDLESS ICE COLD FOSTERS AND A BOTTLE OF CROWN ROYAL WITH NO LID !!
February 24th, 2012 at 6:32 am
THATS THE THING BCZ,WIMBLEY,AND/OR OTHERS, MAY BUST OUT WITH ALL-PRO SEASON WITH NEW SCHEME,MAY STINK,NO ONE KNOWS 4 SURE..AM WILLING TO LET NEW COACHES COACH THESE GUYS UP..OR NOT..
February 24th, 2012 at 6:40 am
McKenzie the axe man! I knew it would happen like that. That’s his MO. You aren’t goning to recognize this team anymore. It’s gonna look like a practice squad team for awhile, until they shake all the big money contracts.
I don’t feel any optimism in the short term with these moves. They’ll add a key free agent as a stop-gap, but the real moves to compete will come next year.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:52 am
103.DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:27 am
GAME-DAY MORNING BREAKFAST 4 ME HWNRDR..TRI-TIP SANDWITCH / HOT LINK OR 6 /FEW RIBS /ENDLESS ICE COLD FOSTERS AND A BOTTLE OF CROWN ROYAL WITH NO LID !!
Awww man…LOL, I can’t wait til August!!!
February 24th, 2012 at 6:53 am
McKenzie is playing Moneyball with the Raiders. Next year, DMAC will be the highest paid player on the roster, if he excersizes his option.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:55 am
McKenzie the axe man! I knew it would happen like that. That’s his MO. You aren’t goning to recognize this team anymore. It’s gonna look like a practice squad team for awhile, until they shake all the big money contracts.
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whats up G-Money?
February 24th, 2012 at 6:58 am
With the exception of Branch, who I think they’ll offer a competitive long term offer, every one of the free agents will walk or restructure.
Anyone who can be cut to save money will be forced to restructure or be cut. The axeman cometh.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:59 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:55 am
McKenzie the axe man! I knew it would happen like that. That’s his MO. You aren’t goning to recognize this team anymore. It’s gonna look like a practice squad team for awhile, until they shake all the big money contracts.
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whats up G-Money?
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Sup Rockstar.
February 24th, 2012 at 6:59 am
No franchise tag this year to anyone.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:00 am
G123,
I think the offense – with the exception of Campbell, Bush & Barnes will be much the same from last season (personnel wise)
the defense will be DRASTICALLY different imo
February 24th, 2012 at 7:03 am
Branch can be salvaged, but Huff can’t?
sorry bros, but if Huff agrees to restructure and Branch insists on being paid like a Top 10 NFL safety???
i’m keeping Huff Daddy
February 24th, 2012 at 7:04 am
112. Agree, but I am losing hope that RM is gonna spend on any of the big name free agents out there. The defense will be different, but it’ll be a shuffling of the deck chairs sprinkled with UDFA’s and late round draft picks. I’d love to see some injection of real money in free agency for the defense, but it doesn’t seem like MacKenzie’s style.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:06 am
Huff is overpaid, we can all agree with that. Right?
McKenzie’s making a point in axeing underperformers with bloated contracts. I think Huff walks, not saying he should, but I predict he will be let go after being offered a drastic paycut to stay.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:08 am
guest123 Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 7:04 am
112. Agree, but I am losing hope that RM is gonna spend on any of the big name free agents out there. The defense will be different, but it’ll be a shuffling of the deck chairs sprinkled with UDFA’s and late round draft picks. I’d love to see some injection of real money in free agency for the defense, but it doesn’t seem like MacKenzie’s style
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We don’t have any money to spend on big time free agents, and Reggie isn’t going to play the russian roullette of of converting salary to bonus and mortgaging the future anymore.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:10 am
hwnrdr Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:52 am
103.DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:27 am
GAME-DAY MORNING BREAKFAST 4 ME HWNRDR..TRI-TIP SANDWITCH / HOT LINK OR 6 /FEW RIBS /ENDLESS ICE COLD FOSTERS AND A BOTTLE OF CROWN ROYAL WITH NO LID !!
Awww man…LOL, I can’t wait til August!!!
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sounds like a complete and healthy breakfast!
February 24th, 2012 at 7:10 am
Offense 2012
QB: Palmer, Pryor, Boller/Bomar
RB: McFadden, Reece, Jones, Cartwright
FB: Tonga, Jackson
WR: DHB, Moore, Ford, Murphy, Schilens
TE: Boss, Myers, Gordon
OT: Veldheer, Barksdale, Heyer, Campbell
OG: Wiz II, Carlisle, Parsons, Hurd
C: Satele
February 24th, 2012 at 7:11 am
116. Agree. That’s why the 2012 Raiders are a rip-it-all-up-and-start-over team in full overhaul and rebuilding mode. I don’t see us competive in the AFC West in the near future.
I’ll take my lumps and endure it. Been a fan for 4 plus decades, won’t stop me now.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:15 am
117.HairyBush Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 7:10 am
hwnrdr Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:52 am
103.DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 6:27 am
GAME-DAY MORNING BREAKFAST 4 ME HWNRDR..TRI-TIP SANDWITCH / HOT LINK OR 6 /FEW RIBS /ENDLESS ICE COLD FOSTERS AND A BOTTLE OF CROWN ROYAL WITH NO LID !!
Awww man…LOL, I can’t wait til August!!!
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sounds like a complete and healthy breakfast!
Yes it is…and this coming from the man who tells me he will met up with me for a beer…or 10! LOL
February 24th, 2012 at 7:18 am
That’s why the 2012 Raiders are a rip-it-all-up-and-start-over team in full overhaul and rebuilding mode. I don’t see us competive in the AFC West in the near future
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Dislike.
the defense was TERRIBLE last year – can’t see it getting much worse despite personnel overhaul with much better coaching and system/scheme
February 24th, 2012 at 7:18 am
I don’t think there will be wholesale changes on the offensive personnel side, and the defense was monumentally bad last year. There is no reason to believe that they will improve this season, even if we do lose a few more guys. We may well be a mediocre team again next year as we become for fiscally sound, but I don’t see us in an all out 2-14 rebuild either.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:21 am
The last couple years was surprises, with a little bit of disappointment…a makeable FG, a stop here and there….blah blah blah…we would be AFC West Winners two years in a row now! I think that will only go up! Not gonna get into the negativity of Palmer, DMAC, Seymour, etc…I think Al has put together a good team, now let’s see what the coaches do with it!!!
February 24th, 2012 at 7:23 am
1. Offense 2012
QB: Palmer, free agent backup, Pryor, Boller/Bomar(cut, cut)
RB: McFadden, Reece (cut), Jones, free agent signing, Cartwright (cut),
FB: Tonga, Jackson (cut, cut), Free Agent signing
WR: Big body possession WR FA Signing, Moore, Ford, Murphy, Schilens (cut), (Ford traded for draft pick)
TE: Boss, Myers, Gordon (Ausberry cut) agree!
OT: Veldheer, Barksdale, Heyer, Campbell (cut),
OG: Wiz II, Carlisle, Parsons (cut), Hurd (cut)
C: Satele/Wiz II
February 24th, 2012 at 7:24 am
the defense was monumentally bad last year. There is no reason to believe that they will improve this season, even if we do lose a few more guys. We may well be a mediocre team again next year as we become fiscally sound, but I don’t see us in an all out 2-14 rebuild either.
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BCZ,
you don’t see us being a 9+ win team?
February 24th, 2012 at 7:27 am
bcz24 Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 7:18 am
I don’t think there will be wholesale changes on the offensive personnel side, and the defense was monumentally bad last year. There is no reason to believe that they will improve this season, even if we do lose a few more guys. We may well be a mediocre team again next year as we become for fiscally sound, but I don’t see us in an all out 2-14 rebuild either.
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The offense should keep us in a few games, but the idiom that it can’t get any worse doesn’t automatically produce a false positive that it will get any better. If Allen had last years talent level to work with it would be significantly better. But he doesn’t and wont. If we gut the defense of salary, we also gut it of talent, even if it was overpaid talent. You don’t plug in a bunch of college guys and expect NFL results overnight.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:30 am
And while Coach Allen will bring long needed discipline and accountability to both sides of the ball and Reggie Mac will sift the weed from the chaff, these guys are all greenhorn rookies at what they do. They are up against other franchise who have had years of experience and it’s not unfair to say that there will be a learning curve both in the management and coaching of the team. I hope it’s a short curve, but it’s always a process to be good.
February 24th, 2012 at 7:32 am
when RM reworks some deals and gets a little cap room to play with i wouldnt be surprised to see him hit the free agent pool to try and get some play makers ,maybe not this year or next .but when he can he’s gonna bring in his guys from starters to practice squads as soon as he can,right now he is in budget mode every one agrees (i think)we are close ,but spent way too much to get there ::::even on defense ::well not real close on defense
February 24th, 2012 at 7:56 am
[...] is wide sweeping and will leave no corner of the franchise unchecked. As the new sheriff in town told Jerry McDonald yesterday, more changes are coming. “We’re looking at some things. A lot of agents are in town, so [...]
February 24th, 2012 at 7:59 am
Aqua,
I think Reggie is gonna raid other team’s practice squads too. He’s gonna make sure we have the best 53
Reggie isn’t JUST concerned with saving money and getting under the cap, fellas. He wants to win. He has to, in order to keep his job. No way he’s telling Mark Davis “hey bubba, we might win 8 games by Year 3″ Getting the financial house in order is essential.
I don’t think Kelly/Henderson/Wimbley/Eugene/CJ37 whacked … and Seymour/Huff/Curry renegotiated means we expect to be watching the playoffs in January!
February 24th, 2012 at 8:02 am
if you see Palmer, DMAC, DHB & Boss all on the trade block then it’ll be official we’re going for a complete rebuild and McKenzie has no interest in winning right away …
February 24th, 2012 at 8:02 am
I live in Arkansas and follow Hogs football. I said when McFadden, Jones, and Hillis went pro that McFadden WOULD NOT have the biggest impact in the league. Looks like I was right. But then I missed on Jones doing that when it has turned out to be the Peyton Hillis show. Raiders would be justified to trade McFadden because he will NEVER play an entire season without injury because he runs pigeon toed and that is what is causing his mid-foot strain. Trade for Hillis and we would have an every game RB that won’t break down. And STAY OFF Madden NFL covers!!!!
February 24th, 2012 at 8:06 am
Reggie has a 5 year plan. It’s true he needs to win to keep his job. But 2012 is a honeymoon year. His “axeman” year of correcting old wrongs and bursting festering sores. He’s going to make this team over into “his” guys. 2013 will see a lot of old misspent money off the books, and I don’t see him carrying forward bad contracts. He eventally will be able to work without the deck stacked against him and have the benefit of a full slate of draft picks and cap room to go after key free agents. But for the short term, he’s hamstrung. The work he does this spring will have Raider fans up in arms and the pitchforks will be out. His job sucks right about now.
February 24th, 2012 at 8:09 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 8:02 am
if you see Palmer, DMAC, DHB & Boss all on the trade block then it’ll be official we’re going for a complete rebuild and McKenzie has no interest in winning right away …
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I see none of that, and DHB is cheap so he’s at least going to make the team or be given the benefit of the doubt. But I’m sure as much as McKenzie publically defends Palmer, he can’t wait to get him off the books. All of these guys are not in the long term plans of Reggie Mac.
February 24th, 2012 at 8:09 am
I get the “sound reasoning” that some think Raiders will be bad-below average this coming season, but I don’t neccessarily agree it has to be the way.
Beyond my optimism for optimism’s sake, with Palmer at QB and the offense bascially staying intact we can expect the same to better output.
As far as the D. It was so bad how much worse can it get?
I think we can “rebuild” while still staying competitive.
10-6 at least seems to be a reasonable expectation.
Does anyone see Reggie “gutting” the offense?
If he dumps DMAC and Palmer…then yes were toast for awhile.
February 24th, 2012 at 8:14 am
DMac’s presence or lack thereof will have no impact on the Raiders’ overall record in 2012.
February 24th, 2012 at 8:16 am
136.YoungAmerican Says:
February 24th, 2012 at 8:14 am
DMac’s presence or lack thereof will have no impact on the Raiders’ overall record in 2012.
For some reson, I’d have to agree
February 24th, 2012 at 8:17 am
Good Morning A.M. Crew…Raider Nation!!!
February 24th, 2012 at 8:19 am
new post
February 24th, 2012 at 8:20 am
All in favor say “Aye”
February 24th, 2012 at 8:21 am
DMAC’s foot is still such a question mark. Without him and Bush leaving in free agency, that’ll be a huge hole in the offense. Palmer is another year older, has to learn a new offense late in his career. Needs to cut down on the picks. Who knows if he progresses or regresses next year. It’s tough to get a gauge on that until we see TC and preseason. I think sideways is about where i peg him for now. Some positives and some negatives surround Palmer.
The offense was good last year, but will our new OC Knapp have the guts to go for the jugular like Hue/AS did? Will he pull the trigger and “turn it loose”?
Losing the defensive talent in Routt, Huff, Henderson, Wimbley, CJ37, Branch, Curry aren’t huge losses, but to say we have “addition by subtraction” is a bit naive. If we had all these guys and Allen, we’d have a strong defense. The real addition by subtraction was Bresh for Tarver. That was the real upgrade.
February 24th, 2012 at 8:23 am
The other concern is that by a total rebuild and another 2 or 3 losing seasons it doesn’t help the quest for a new stadium at all.
Nobody likes, or wants a loser no matter what promises of future success are attached and their are no gurantees a “rebuild” will result in eventual success..you’re still a loser until you PROVE otherwise.
If we were 4-12 last yr. i can see the wisdom in a total rebuild, but not with consecutive 8-8 teams and a basically young roster.
Mark needs to “sell” this team for anything to happen. How does he trot out some 4-12 team and say “hey, who wouldn’t a piece of this?” “We’ll be good someday I promise”.
February 24th, 2012 at 9:02 am
If you want to keep DMAC healthy, get a decent fullback with good hands and can block like Tom Rathman. One more offensive tackle as well. But the Fullback is the key to more yardage and longevity health wise.
February 24th, 2012 at 9:39 am
RM probably has the toughest job in the nfl right now .agreed if you dont win you lose your job .he must have some grace period ,no picks ,over the cap ,a defense that just leaves you speechless.i wonder if RM has ulcers yet
February 24th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Darren McFadden and Michael Bush will be playing for the Raiders next year !!
February 29th, 2012 at 4:30 am
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February 29th, 2012 at 9:45 am
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