Raiders live chat here at noon on Tuesday
By Jon Becker
Monday, April 2nd, 2012 at 6:24 pm in Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders began the Dennis Allen era this week with an offseason conditioning program in Alameda. Steve Corkran will use Tuesday’s Raiders live chat at noon to discuss, among other things, the cultural changes the new coach is trying to implement. Join us then!
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April 2nd, 2012 at 6:25 pm
uno
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:26 pm
dos
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:26 pm
Live chat???????????????????…rrrrreeeaaallllyyyyyyyyy????????….OMG I cant friggin wait!!!!! I will right now start thinking of questions,..maybe my first will be something about will we use the 4-3,..or maybe the 3-4,…or just might ask about 5th round draft prospects…cant wait!!!!
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:28 pm
RAIDERMAN99, 174
SLOW MUST DEFINITELY GO….
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:28 pm
Stevie Brown signs with the Giants
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:29 pm
Was there ever a winner declared on this year’s MUP list?
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:29 pm
Who was he with last year?
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:30 pm
Boob, if you have someplace better to be, adios troll
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:31 pm
Ok Kell,..youre wish is my command,..gonna watch Kansas beat Tucky,..cya!!
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:34 pm
maybe now that we have some clues what defense will be like, this chat may be worthwhile
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:35 pm
alzadoX Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:34 pm
maybe now that we have some clues what defense will be like, this chat may be worthwhile
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Yeah, good leak from Wheeler. Wonder what the coaches said?
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:37 pm
Twocents Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 4:25 pm
The only player that I think we could trade to get a high third would be Ford.
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If the guy we get is not better than the guy we traded, then that is a bad deal. What is the likelihood that a third round pick is going to bring more to the table than Ford? The answer is highly unlikely so enough with this crazy talk of trading one of our starting WR’s. It’s not like Ford is a one trick pony or beyond the halfway point of his likely career duration. It makes no sense to trade good talent just to have something to do.
So we don’t have a bundle of draft picks this time around. So what? Get over it. We’ll be just fine. Don’t fix something that doesn’t need fixing.
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:42 pm
What are the odds that the Colts take RG III instead of the expected Luck? If they did, that would certainly give the Skins a curve-ball to hit in what, 10 minutes?
RG III & Luck appear to be the best two QB prospects in quite awhile.
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:48 pm
Comment From RaiderFan20
Which Raiders are pro bowlers this year?
12:22
Steve Corkran: Potential ones are: Janikowski, Lechler, Branch, Veldheer, Palmer, McFadden and Denarius Moore. Perhaps Reece.
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Sho’Nasty?
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:49 pm
anybody think Ron Bartell can be comeback player of the year and go to the Pro Bowl?
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:50 pm
JB Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:42 pm
What are the odds that the Colts take RG III instead of the expected Luck? If they did, that would certainly give the Skins a curve-ball to hit in what, 10 minutes?
RG III & Luck appear to be the best two QB prospects in quite awhile.
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I’d say there’s zero chance the Colts take RGIII, simply because Luck’s too much of a sure thing.
The Redskins have been very careful to say they’d be happy with either one, so I doubt there’d be too much drama.
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:52 pm
Ron Bartell would be our best corner if he is healthy not sold on spencer and chekwa has promise and so does dvd if he can actually look for the ball
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:59 pm
JB, read the rest of my comments, carefully.
You take things out of context and then attack, typical of a mouth breather.
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:59 pm
I miss Al.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:05 pm
C2E Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:59 pm
I miss Al.
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As a person, yes.
As a GM, no.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:08 pm
JB, you don’t read and probably can’t read. You deserve everything you are going to get in this life.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:10 pm
We’ve been waiting a loooooooooong time for the true “winds of change”, and it’s finally here….but part of me misses the iconic figure, and the daily wonder of what “bold and controversial” moves are ahead. Most of these in recent years didn’t work out, but there was certainly hope…
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:13 pm
Yeah, good leak from Wheeler. Wonder what the coaches said?
GREAT LEAK. Wheeler is wonderful so far. Just hope the defense doesn’t leak too
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:14 pm
BewareofRaiders Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:52 pm:
“chekwa has promise and so does dvd if he can actually look for the ball.”
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It just drives me nuts everytime I see last season’s pass plays where our CB’s didn’t even look for the ball, as it sailed 12 inches past their heads into the waiting hands of opponent receivers, who then ripped off big yardage.
Starting in elementary school, through junior high and high school, playing CB, I always watched the body language of the receiver, and when the indication was there I turned and looked for the ball, and always, (I mean ALWAYS) made a play on the ball, and was either successful or unsuccessful.
I can’t understand how the coaches would allow a CB to just let the ball pass by them without turning to look for it. If I were Rod Woodson I would be having hissy fits at our CB’s, screaming at them until I was blue in the face.
It was a total breakdown: 1) on the part of acquisitions gaining a CB who wouldn’t even bother to turn into the ball; 2) on the part of the coaches to allow it to happen.
Again if I was the CB coach, as the CB you either spot the ball and make a play on it, successful or unsuccessful, or you would face a figurative ass-kicking after the game. Benched, fined, and/or released very soon.
It still amazes me to have watched almost all opponent passes sail past our CB’s who didn’t even give an effort to spot the ball, then make a play on it.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:14 pm
Ok call me an old fuddy duddy or whatever but I don’t like the new jerseys at all!!! I’m ok with the Raiders moving on beyond Al’s old ways, in fact I’m excited about it, but please, please do not make any changes to our uniforms! Some things should never change! Simple All black shirts with silver numbers and letters-no bunting around #s or at neck and sleeves!
Is nothing sacred?
Change, modernize, fine just don’t F with the unis!!!!!
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:17 pm
19.C2E Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:59 pm:
“I miss Al.”
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C2E,
Don’t worry; you’ll get used to it.
And btw, AD operated in the throes of dementia and was incompetent for his last 10 seasons, and should have been tossed out of any management position by the minority partners under the theories of negligence and oppression.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:23 pm
Sometimes desperation can be the mother of innovation.
Tarver and Allen, faced with an anemic LB corp, might find salvation or strike gold by thinking out of the box and doing something very innovative.
I can easily envision a package where both Matt S and Houston abandon their down linemen position and play ’stand up’ with either, or both, at the LOS or at LB depth.
Crazy ? Maybe.
But I can remember observing during the Texas-Bama national championship game that Houston had better lateral pursuit than Slowlando.
Seem to recall Matt S. taking an incredibly deep drop up the left sideline last pre-season and procuring an impressive interception.
Normally, I’m adverse to monkeying with linemen and asking them to play in a LB role. Lord knows we’ve seen some epic failures along these lines before (Grant Irons, Brayton, Scott). But that doesn’t mean that every experiment or innovation is doomed to failure, and unless the draft or an unexpected FA signing offers immediate help – the Raids are going to have to come up with something to compensate for the noticeable lack of depth at LB.
Won’t surprise me at all to see Tarver and Allen throw some incredible curveballs at opposing offensive coordinators.
Expect the unexpected.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:24 pm
@ Hardline what drove me nuts was when the raiders cause a penalty all they would show hue jackson all he does is look up im like come one you should be on their a$$ and give them Hell not just shrug it off. Not once did i see Hue get in someones fave about a penalty
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:24 pm
On*
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:27 pm
Still can’t come up with more than 2 bad plays for McClain, eh 99?
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:34 pm
Pat Lee, this CB signed from Green Bay, was a #2 draft choice 2008 but then late in his rookie year he apparently blew out a knee and missed the entire 2009 season as well. But he’s recovered enough that he played a lot on special teams last 2 years, apparently well, and got significant playing time as 4th CB behind C-Wood, T. Williams (I think that’s his name), and whovever the hell their nickel CB was. He apparently held up pretty well at CB during Super Bowl run after they had a lot of injuries. Hopefully he’ll compete for significant playing time. Chekwa was hurt last year – hamstring, shoulder surgery, and he’s a lot more competive looking and physical than DVD looked, though DVD is fluid & fast. Chekwa looked like a decent gunner on kick coverage too. Lets see what he can do healthy.
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:44 pm
Love all the changes! But No, But No!!!! No changes to the uniforms!!!!
No need to mess with perfection!!!!!
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:45 pm
http://broncotalk.net/2012/04/33129/raidertalk/broncos-acquire-rights-to-al-davis/
This is the link to “Bronco Talk” a blog where ignorant Denver Donkey fans talk a little about football & a lot about how much they hate the Raiders ,the city of Oakland, Raiders fans, & the Raider Nation as a whole. This HOlarious article explores the concept of the Denver Broncos ownership acquiring the rights to Al Davis’ corps as a Apirl fools joke( haha funny stuff). If anyone wants to talk isht about the Broncos or John Elway’s teeth, or just wants to start “Blog Beef” with a Donkey fans I HIGHLY recommend using this blog as an outlet to do such!
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:59 pm
If the guy we get is not better than the guy we traded, then that is a bad deal. What is the likelihood that a third round pick is going to bring more to the table than Ford? The answer is highly unlikely so enough with this crazy talk of trading one of our starting WR’s. It’s not like Ford is a one trick pony or beyond the halfway point of his likely career duration. It makes no sense to trade good talent just to have something to do.
So we don’t have a bundle of draft picks this time around. So what? Get over it. We’ll be just fine. Don’t fix something that doesn’t need fixing
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Well said. Funny that a 3rd year 4th round pick is the Raiders only trade bait. I’m with JB on this one. Ford has way too much upside at this point in his career, trading him is flat out gambling.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:05 pm
Wow! Is that the donkeys blog? Very lame and also empty! Our Raider blog here kicks serious azz!!!!!
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:12 pm
YA,
I just can’t see a 5′11 LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
I think M Kendricks will go in the 3rd, and S Spence in the 4th. Spence didn’t do well at the combine.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:14 pm
J Hill Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:27 pm
Still can’t come up with more than 2 bad plays for McClain, eh 99?
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Hey JH. Good to chat with you again. Saw your comment a while back noting that we’re usually in accord on personnel isssues and evaluations, but that we differ on Slow. Meant to get back to you on that.
I don’t have any of the Raid games on tape from last season, otherwise I’d scour the film and think I could come up with some other examples of poor play by Slow.
Besides the two plays that I continually mention, I seem to remember Slow failing (or being out of place) on 4th down in Buffalo. Seem to recall him being toasted and trailing badly on a delayed screen pass across the field in Houston. Give him credit for some gutsy ‘play through the pain’ that day though.
Wondered what the heck he was doing on Tolbert’s run up the left sideline late against SD. When he finally got in position to knock Tolbert out of bounds, it looked like one of those ‘Do I actually have to hit this guy and get involved ?’ moments. Don’t put the primary blame for that run on him though.
Those are a few that come to mind without the benefit of a comprehensive tape review.
But since I respect your analysis, I’d like to put the ball in your court and ask for some plays or evidence that Slow can actually bring it, never mind being remotely worthy of the 8th pick overall.
Besides, isn’t the ‘jogging’, ‘whiffing’ and ‘gun play’ buffoonery enough for you to have serious doubts that Slow is redeemable ?
I can’t emphasive how incredibly bad the whiff on Stafford was enough.
Completely unobstructed view of the play developing right in front of him. Totally unblocked. Nothing between Slow, the bullseye on Staff’s chest and a Raider win.
I’ll harbor some hope that Slow can get his head on straight, stop playing with guns and being a gangsta when he’s supposed to be attending a funeral. I’ll even excuse the ‘jog’ as a momentary lapse and hope that lack of professionalism and hustle doesn’t surface again.
But I can’t put aside how incredibly pathetic that Stafford whiff was. That play, more than any other, doomed the Raider season.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:18 pm
I can’t think of any undersized LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:19 pm
Arkraider Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:14 pm
Ok call me an old fuddy duddy or whatever but I don’t like the new jerseys at all!!! I’m ok with the Raiders moving on beyond Al’s old ways, in fact I’m excited about it, but please, please do not make any changes to our uniforms! Some things should never change! Simple All black shirts with silver numbers and letters-no bunting around #s or at neck and sleeves!
Is nothing sacred?
Change, modernize, fine just don’t F with the unis!!!!!
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The Raiders aren’t changing their uniforms. The only team tha is getting a new look is Seattle.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:24 pm
http://www.drafthistory.com/index.php/positions/lb
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:24 pm
Normally, I’m adverse to monkeying with linemen and asking them to play in a LB role. Lord knows we’ve seen some epic failures along these lines before (Grant Irons, Brayton, Scott). But that doesn’t mean that every experiment or innovation is doomed to failure, and unless the draft or an unexpected FA signing offers immediate help – the Raids are going to have to come up with something to compensate for the noticeable lack of depth at LB.
Won’t surprise me at all to see Tarver and Allen throw some incredible curveballs at opposing offensive coordinators.
Expect the unexpected.
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it’s gonna be so much more exciting!
I’m not real familiar with Denver’s personnel, but it looks like last year Allen did a great job with mostly scrap pile players and a few great ones — draftee Von Miller, Elvis Dumervil off IR, aging Champ Bailey; a few solid players like OLB DJ Williams I think his name is but a bunch of guys who let us score 59 points in a game the year before. With Allen coaching, they improved immensely and guys like Broderick Bunkley had career years. Some of the players he got a lot out of included running down only ILB Joe Mays and 6-0 220 lbs LB Wesley Woodyard or whatever his name is, playing him at several spots. Pretty impressive. Our defense has some talent on DL lots of 3-T type DTs and Shaughnessy, Tyvon Branch, Ron Bartell (if healthy) and a lot of average guys based on past performance. But new Reggime will work to improve personnel, LB highest priority, bring in competition, coach up some of the disappointing former 1st round picks we have on defense, develop and utilize talent in hopefully effective schemes. The coaching staff is young but energetic & creative and hopefully can get results sooner as well as later. New coaches may use Mike Mitchell in some LB type roles too.
One thing I discovered is that Allen was disappointed in pass defense of OLB DJ Williams and felt limited by that…wonder what he’ll think of pass coverage of our LBs, but he won’t put them in impossible matchups like Bresnahan did. Wheeler rep not too good pass defense, may be used as blitzer a lot here. As he said in interview, with Robert Mathis & Dwight Freeney as down ends for Colts, he didn’t get much opportunity to blitz there but was good blitzing in college
Grant Irons was only made the regular season roster because his daddy was a knockout LB for early 1970s Raiders. Grant never had anything near his father’s toughness, and wasn’t athletically up to playing LB either…so don’t let that failed experiment bother you, it was doomed to failure.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:41 pm
Wheeler~ It’s a defensive head coach, he has a defensive mind, I wanted to come to a place that would take defense a little more serious.
It’s been a long time since the Raider defense was feared. Time to bring the nasty back!
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:45 pm
LMAO @ mouth breather!
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18.Twocents Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:59 pm
JB, read the rest of my comments, carefully.
You take things out of context and then attack, typical of a mouth breather.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:50 pm
Beason 6 foot 237, is that not undersized?
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:51 pm
And according to Nfl.com Joe Mays is 5-11 250
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:52 pm
Triple post forgot post 45 misread a previous post.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Raiders live chat here at noon on Tuesday
By Jon Becker
Monday, April 2nd, 2012 at 6:24 pm in Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders began the Dennis Allen era this week with an offseason conditioning program in Alameda. Steve Corkran will use Tuesday’s Raiders live chat at noon to discuss, among other things, the cultural changes the new coach is trying to implement. Join us then!
http://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=200a6041e7” >Live chat: Inside the Oakland Raiders, Tuesday, noon
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:56 pm
99,
Stafford whiff was disappointing. I think that is in line with some of the other arm tackles he pulls out from time to time.
How about him getting downfield in a cover 2 on that Calvin Johnson pass? For him to even be in the play so far downfield showed me some hustle or at least recognition on what Stafford was trying to do.
I was watching the last SD game the other day and McClain made the 1st 2 stops of the game, then Wimbley jumps offsides on 3rd down to give them a 1st down.
Not saying the kid is a pro bowler. And he certainly can get a lot better as can everyone else on that defense. I think the new HC and DC will have the entire unit playing better.
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:57 pm
Anybody remember seeing Elvis perform at halftime a few years back? KC game? Why are all my comments awaiting moderation everytime I mention Elvis? Really!
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:10 pm
The mere fact that the Raiders will be running a different defense for the first time in 40+years, will be a Raider advantage, for at least the first half of the season.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:10 pm
Morilla #39- on the previos post some one posted a picture of our jersey and it didn’t look anything like ours? Hope your right!
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:11 pm
YO YO YO YO MA MAMA I’M HERE TO ROCK YOUR WORLD
Missus B in da house
Cuz I left my skanky spouse
You know I am the partae type
When you see me groovin on the Raidah hype
But I got to go and drop a duece, put a two dollar stamp on it cuz it be weighing four pounds and mail it to my ex. Duece duece smellin spruce.
YO DIGGITY HOP JIGGITY WUT WUT WUT WUT
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
Raiderman99.
Interesting post # 27.
You made me think.
Houston and Shaughnessy are certainly versatile enough to move around the front 7 and they have in the past, the Raiders did use some zone-blitz the last few years but I’m sure Allen and Tarver we can come up with new ideas and more effective ways to attack.
Speaking of Lamarr Houston.
Over at Baltimore they had a huge run-stuffing machine at OLB in Jarrett Johnson, unfortunately now a Charger, Johnson was a 6′3 285 DE coming out of College, he ran his 40 in over 5 seconds but he dropped to 260 and moved to OLB with the Ravens and excelled.
Now Houston came out as a 6′3 305 DT-DE but ran his 40 in 4.84 and out-performed Johnson in every combine drill while carrying 20 more pounds.
Now I don’t think he can be a full-time LB, but I’m sure he can stand up and play LB in certain situations with particular personnel groupings and either stuff the run or rush the passer efectively.
That’s the kind of stuff that would give the Defense the ability to disguise their calls and make QB’s think about what’s coming.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:17 pm
KoolKell Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:10 pm
The mere fact that the Raiders will be running a different defense for the first time in 40+years, will be a Raider advantage, for at least the first half of the season.
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Nice little back stab at Coach Davis there KK. At least we got 3 Rings out of the deal. Would have had more if we didn’t get screwed by the refs so many times. Tuck rule? Non-immacualte reception? Gannon gettin bountied by Saragoose and no flag? Let the man rest in peace.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:19 pm
I don’t see the value of standing up D-Linemen
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Missus Beach also likes to take dumps and blog about it?!?!?! Man, yall really are made for each other!!!
But she don’t mind all yo hoes??? ( if they weren’t a figment of yo imagination)
You an the missus seem to be pathetic losers! No offense just my observation
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
Yikes I ate some bad imitation crab cakes. Think they were rancid. Anyone know what time the Raiders play tomorrow?
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:32 pm
ArkRetard, Missus Beach is obviously one of my many humble blog minions.
They constantly attempt to honor and worship me through their postings, you slow hick. My minions are special and I insist they are treated like any other household servant.
Man, you newbie blog goobers just need so much hand holding
SMOKIN’ SPLIFFS AND PLAYIN’ REGGAE RIFFS
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:36 pm
Wow!
I just can’t believe the talk of moving Houston to LB. He’s slower than Slowlando, lol.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:39 pm
alzadoX Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 7:34 pm
Pat Lee, this CB signed from Green Bay, was a #2 draft choice 2008 but then late in his rookie year he apparently blew out a knee and missed the entire 2009 season as well. But he’s recovered enough that he played a lot on special teams last 2 years, apparently well, and got significant playing time as 4th CB behind C-Wood, T. Williams (I think that’s his name), and whovever the hell their nickel CB was. He apparently held up pretty well at CB during Super Bowl run after they had a lot of injuries.
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This is true. Pat Lee was a 2nd rounder out of Auburn. An Auburn team that beat #3 Florida in Florida. Of interest was Pat Lee’s backup that year was Walter McFadden who the Raiders drafted in 2010. Lee played very well at corner in the Super Bowl win against Pittsburgh, especially in the 2nd half. He also returned kickoffs in that Super Bowl win.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:39 pm
If we play a 3-4 we need a true NT and more LBs but it would look something like this
DE- Seymour,Kelly,Houston,Bryant
NT- (Unknown)
OLB- Curry,Shaughnessy…
Ilb McClain, Wheeler…
Shaughnessy could definitely switch to an OLB in a 3-4 since he played some in college.Wheeler could move inside since he lacks size to be a 3-4 OLB, he’s more of a 4-3 OLB.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:40 pm
AlazdoX.
I’m not real familiar with Denver’s personnel, but it looks like last year Allen did a great job with mostly scrap pile players and a few great ones.
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Hey man.
I used to think that way about Denver’s D until I looked closer.
8 out of 11 starters were drafted in the first 3 rounds, including 5 first-rounders, 4 of them along the front 7.
1st Rounders were DE Ayers, DT Bunkley, LB’s DJ Williams and Von Miller and CB Champ Bailey, everyone was a top 20 pick and there’s 2 top 5 picks.
DT Marcus Thomas and LB Dummervil were 4th round picks, Dawkins and Will Moore both 2nd round Safeties (Moore goy injured at some point) Andre Goodman the other CB was a former 3rd rounder, starting MLB Joe Mays was a 6th rounder.
Not exactly an All-Pro team, but most of them were high to mid round draft picks, some of them weren’t playing well before Fox and Allen got there.
Sounds familiar?.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:41 pm
Von Miller played very very very well for the Denver defense last year before he got hurt.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:42 pm
Yo Master B
Got a date question for you. I met a nasty party girl at a bar and when it closed we went to dennys for a grand slam. Well, after I went to the head and barfed, we took a cab back to my apartment. As the sun was comin up, she decided she wanted to get dirty and I was cool with that. But then I discovered a foul odor. She stunk and stunk bad. Real bad. It was so bad I still haven’t got the smell out of my apartment. Anyway I told her to leave. Did I do the right thing? Should I go back to the bar and give it another try?
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:46 pm
THE BLACKHOLE Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:39 pm
If we play a 3-4 we need a true NT and more LBs but it would look something like this
DE- Seymour,Kelly,Houston,Bryant
NT- (Unknown)
OLB- Curry,Shaughnessy…
Ilb McClain, Wheeler…
Shaughnessy could definitely switch to an OLB in a 3-4 since he played some in college.Wheeler could move inside since he lacks size to be a 3-4 OLB, he’s more of a 4-3 OLB.
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I said awhile ago you would put Desmond Bryant at the nose. He is not completely optimal, but he is probably better at the position that most of you would believe. Bob Marley posted an interesting article from PFF of something that I have been saying for quite some time: the new proto type nose guard or NT is more athletic and has pass rush abilities, not the giant blocking consuming behemoths of the past.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:48 pm
Sad, very sad. Actually pathetic is more like it.
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:57 pm
House Fly Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:42 pm
Yo Master B
Got a date question for you. I met a nasty party girl at a bar and when it closed we went to dennys for a grand slam. Well, after I went to the head and barfed, we took a cab back to my apartment. As the sun was comin up, she decided she wanted to get dirty and I was cool with that. But then I discovered a foul odor. She stunk and stunk bad. Real bad. It was so bad I still haven’t got the smell out of my apartment. Anyway I told her to leave. Did I do the right thing? Should I go back to the bar and give it another try?
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Thanks for your question, blogger. I get this one alot.
Obviously you did the right thing by barfing up Denny’s, next time dine at Olive Garden where you can take advantage of their Taste of Tuscany specialty menu.
As far as your apartment is concerned, break your lease tonight and move into the nearest penthouse.
If you can’t afford the rent, pimp out a few strippers until you’ve got the cash to purchase a Party Boat, fill it with margaritas and more strippers and buy as many boxes of Magnums as your Prius will hold.
This will enable you to party serious, pay your rent and have the free time to practice 69ing
Next question, please
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:48 pm
Sad, very sad. Actually pathetic is more like it.
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hahahahahahaha….wow…
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
All i can do is laugh….
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
J Hill Says:
Wow!
I just can’t believe the talk of moving Houston to LB. He’s slower than Slowlando, lol.
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Well, he’s faster than Jarrett Johnson and JJ did just fine.
Besides, nobody wants to move Houston to LB full-time, but there’s no reason to think he can’t be moved around ocasionally, he’s an excellent athlete and we should explore new options to use his skills.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:08 pm
Raider O Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:18 pm
I can’t think of any undersized LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
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Derrick Brooks, for one. Jon Vilma is another.
Kendricks really isn’t that undersized when you compare him to guys like Beason. He’ll be gone in the 2nd.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
we had a discussion about NT on 3/31/12 Wheeler blog entry and Desmond Bryant was compared to Dallas’ Jay Ratliff by someone, maybe SeymourBush. Cork also said that Desmond Bryant and Travis Ivey are the two potential NT on roster currently. I had brought up the possibility of Lamarr Houston at NT. It was a good discussion, not going to repeat it here.
We have a lot of talented players, poor execution and production, and maybe a situation comparable to the one Allen improved in Denver.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:16 pm
Besides, nobody wants to move Houston to LB full-time, but there’s no reason to think he can’t be moved around ocasionally, he’s an excellent athlete and we should explore new options to use his skills.
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expect new coaching staff to start utilizing talented players.
Multiple = Multiple
defensive football you can have anything from an 11 man front to a 0 man front and change it all up before the snap. Multi-talented players can be well utilized by creative coaches
let the boredom in Oaktown end!
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:17 pm
YoungAmerican Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:08 pm
Raider O Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:18 pm
I can’t think of any undersized LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
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Derrick Brooks, for one. Jon Vilma is another.
Kendricks really isn’t that undersized when you compare him to guys like Beason. He’ll be gone in the 2nd.
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guy named Ernie? Sims small LB drafted high a few years ago. I think he is like 5-11 228
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:22 pm
I can’t think of any undersized LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
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Jon Beason MLB Carolina was a lst rounder out of the U in 07.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:23 pm
Sorry you guys already got that. Man am I slow here.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:29 pm
Aaron Wilson @RavensInsider
The Raiders cut WR Derrick Jones
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:34 pm
Jay Ratliff 6′4 287 and Desmond Bryant 6′5 290 look a lot alike.
Now he still needs to learn how to play like him, but if Bryant and Houston develop we should be ok inside.
Ratliff is lean (for a NT) and strong, able to play the run and the pass, both Houston and Bryant have that kind of potential, but it’s time to take their game to the next level.
That’s why I want to move Bryant and Houston inside now.
Share a DT spot between Seymour and Kelly and the other one between Bryant and Houston, by 2013 these two should be the starting tandem and they need playing time inside now so we can find out if they’re up for it.
We need to get another DE to start on the left side for Houston, I’m not taking about an All-Pro either, a FA like William Hayes would be ok or maybe a rookie can come up and do the job, since the guy filling that LDE spot would not see as many snaps as the other guys and Houston/Bryant would spell him too.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:41 pm
HGDaddy Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:29 pm
Aaron Wilson @RavensInsider
The Raiders cut WR Derrick Jones
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Raiders only have 5 WR’s on the roster.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:44 pm
Possible 3-4 LBs we could look at in the draft:
OLB- Shea McClellin, Whitney Mercilus, Cam Johnson, Jacquies Smith, Chandler Jones, Jonathan Massaquoi
ILB- Ronnell Lewis, Audie Cole, Travis Lewis
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:48 pm
42.Carl Weathers Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 8:41 pm
Wheeler~ It’s a defensive head coach, he has a defensive mind, I wanted to come to a place that would take defense a little more serious.
It’s been a long time since the Raider defense was feared. Time to bring the nasty back!
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The Raider “defense” was so bad it seemed that 1st and 2nd down were just practice; an opportunity to try something new or take some risks just for fun… knowing that they always had 3rd down to do a “real” play and move the chains easily if they needed it. Sometimes Raiders would luck out and make a stop by some miracle. The opposing offense would make a mistake, drop a pass etc.
My point is that ANYTIME the opposition really needed to move the ball…they DID.
I think it’s mistake for guys here to say that it was the coaching; that we have these great, talented guys that were just being badly coached.
True. No doubt we had sub par coaching (at best) on defense, but we shouldn’t exonerate guys like Seymour- who was supposed to be our leader and couldn’t even get his boys to man up and make a stop to save their lives.
I remember TK yelling at a sideline reporter as he was jogging into the tunnel after the KC game at Arrowhead and saying “big time players make big time plays” in reference to Seymours fg blocks that saved the game and I thought “where were his big time plays ANY OTHER time of the year?
Kudos to Seymour for saving that game but he was NOWHERE to be found when we needed him against Detroit or SD.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:49 pm
You tell’m JB, we don’t need to and should not trade Ford.
He is a playmaker!
We have three playmakers: Ford, McFadden, & Moore.
Jones has yet to prove it though I think he is, DHB h Murphy are solid WRs.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:51 pm
Reece is a playmaker as well, as of now not under contract.
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:51 pm
I wonder if WR Derrick Jones got waived today to make room for T.O. who has been working out with CP3?
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:56 pm
HGDaddy Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:51 pm
I wonder if WR Derrick Jones got waived today to make room for T.O. who has been working out with CP3?
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Yeah i was thinking the same thing. Is a T.O signing on the way?
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:14 pm
We need to get another DE to start on the left side for Houston, I’m not taking about an All-Pro either, a FA like William Hayes would be ok or maybe a rookie can come up and do the job, since the guy filling that LDE spot would not see as many snaps as the other guys and Houston/Bryant would spell him too.
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between Bryant, Seymour, Kelly, & Houston, we shouldn’t have to look beyond our roster for a LDE in 4-3, 3-4, or anything else…unless they want to. I agree Houston may be better off inside, maybe even playing a little LB in certain situations, etc.
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:18 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:46 pm
THE BLACKHOLE Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:39 pm
If we play a 3-4 we need a true NT and more LBs but it would look something like this
DE- Seymour,Kelly,Houston,Bryant
NT- (Unknown)
OLB- Curry,Shaughnessy…
Ilb McClain, Wheeler…
Shaughnessy could definitely switch to an OLB in a 3-4 since he played some in college.Wheeler could move inside since he lacks size to be a 3-4 OLB, he’s more of a 4-3 OLB.
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I said awhile ago you would put Desmond Bryant at the nose. He is not completely optimal, but he is probably better at the position that most of you would believe. Bob Marley posted an interesting article from PFF of something that I have been saying for quite some time: the new proto type nose guard or NT is more athletic and has pass rush abilities, not the giant blocking consuming behemoths of the past.
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The NT has to be a behemoth so that he can take up all the blocks because if he doesn’t the LBs are going to get blocked, I rather have pass rushing LBs who are quicker getting to the QB than DL who are usually slower. I’m just saying if you want a pass rushing tackle then advocate for a 4-3 not a 3-4.
(Also Jay Ratliff moved to NT after Jason Ferguson became injured so it was more out of necessity and is the current lone exception to the rule. Look around the league most NTs are big stumps.)
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:24 pm
Ryan Leaf was arrested again today, Monday, for entering a home and stealing prescription pain killers. This is after his arrest Friday on the same charges for burglary, possession of a controlled substance, and theft.
I wonder if Phillip Rivers is soon to follow ? If you look closely, Rivers and Leaf bear a striking resemblence.
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:33 pm
Denver’s defense was pathetic the first 5 or 6 games last season, but ended the season being the strength of the team. I think this defense will surprise some people next season. I’m not saying we should expect as big a turnaround as Denver had under Allen, but I don’t think it would be safe to think that it isn’t possible.
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:38 pm
RaidO Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:56 pm
HGDaddy Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 10:51 pm
I wonder if WR Derrick Jones got waived today to make room for T.O. who has been working out with CP3?
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Yeah i was thinking the same thing. Is a T.O signing on the way?
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Derrick Jones 2011 UDFA rookie blew out achilles tendon in camp last year had surgery on IR all year. Probably failed physical. Doubt it has anything to do with TO
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:41 pm
alzadoX Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:14 pm
between Bryant, Seymour, Kelly, & Houston, we shouldn’t have to look beyond our roster for a LDE in 4-3, 3-4
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As far as 3-4 DE goes we’ve got that handled
But WHO of these 4 players are your prototype 4-3 DEs??
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:52 pm
C’mon guys, speculation is fine but this borders on the paralysis of over-analysis.
Does anyone actually think Reggie will sign TO? Remember, the power to acquire TO is the power to destroy.
Besides we just signed an RB, who caught 40 passes playing part time for the Jags who has a higher catch percentage than any WR or TE on the team.
Why would we need TO and the misery he brings?
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:55 pm
Tjbwall Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:41 pm
alzadoX Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:14 pm
between Bryant, Seymour, Kelly, & Houston, we shouldn’t have to look beyond our roster for a LDE in 4-3, 3-4
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As far as 3-4 DE goes we’ve got that handled
But WHO of these 4 players are your prototype 4-3 DEs??
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fair impersonation of prototype 4-3 DEs:
RDE Sho’Nasty
LDE Bryant. But of course, he may play NT or DT. Seymour, Kelly can also play 4-3 LDE, which is usually strong side, run defender and power rusher in “prototype” 4-3
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:55 pm
Oh and BTW, with Bryant, Seymour, Kelly, & Houston, we have nothing “handled”. Houston may yet pan out to be useful, but the rest of that crew will be released the end of this upcoming season.
Reggie would have done it this year but we have no one with whom to replace them and their contracts cost too much to buy out for receiving nothing in return.
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:58 pm
We will have big trouble stopping the run with the aforementioned crew this season. You can’t get a different result by using the same players. Maybe you can change the scheme and add new LB components, but the D line is still the same that drew us into failure last season and the season before.
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:03 am
Hardline Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 11:55 pm
Oh and BTW, with Bryant, Seymour, Kelly, & Houston, we have nothing “handled”. Houston may yet pan out to be useful, but the rest of that crew will be released the end of this upcoming season.
Reggie would have done it this year but we have no one with whom to replace them and their contracts cost too much to buy out for receiving nothing in return.
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“handled” meaning personell-wise
So you’re releasing Desmond Bryant after this season?
You do that
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:05 am
As far as the Draft goes, Clemson’s TE Dwayne Allen is one player I really like, but he won’t be available at 95th, at least he’s not supposed to.
So, I’ll name a couple of players that intrigue me, none of them project as 3rd round picks:
Texas LB Emmanuel Acho 6′2 238, probably can be had with our 4th but may rise, I think he’s at least worth considering at 95:
- Really like this kid, athletic, good size, smarts, bloodlines and intangibles, I think he’s really underrated.
From cbs.com and the national football post:
“Isn’t a dynamic straight-line athlete, but plays faster because of instincts.
Is a good tackler, can shed blocks and plays stronger than his frame would indicate.
Has the versatility to play a number of spots in a 4-3 scheme or get some looks inside in a 34. Looks like a potential starter in the NFL either way.”
“Acho has the same strong character and production his brother [Sam, a 2011 fourth-round pick] did coming into last year’s draft process, but Sam fell a bit in the draft because scouts weren’t sure if his best NFL fit was as a 4-3 end or 3-4 linebacker.
There’s no question with Emmanuel, whose athleticism and versatility should make him a top 100 pick for 4-3 teams as a chase second-level defender.”
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- Tennessee’s DE Malik Jackson 6′4 284, may be worth a 4th or 5th, could drop to 6th:
This kid is more of a gamable, but has potential and versatility, keep in mind his evaluations come as an out of position 270 pound DT last season and he still made 2nd team All-SEC, anyway he projects as an End in the NFL, a LDE in a 4-3 I would say.
He comes from McKenzie’s school so I’m sure he can find out if the guy is worth a look.
Some bits from cns.com and nfp.com:
“Impression: A great looking athlete. Has some real work to do from a technique standpoint and is playing out of position at Tennessee. However, has a lot of upside as a DE both in a 43 and 34 front in the NFL and looks like a really intriguing developmental defensive lineman at this stage with a good bit up upside long term.”
“The 6-5 Jackson weighed in at 284 pounds in Indianapolis a few weeks ago but added six pounds since. Despite the added bulk, according to a source at the workout, Jackson showed good athleticism in defensive line drills run by a member of the New Orleans Saints.
The fact that he’s steadily improved while adding weight and appears to have the frame even more mass is sure to intrigue scouts. Some believe that because of his height and relatively long arms (33 3/4″) he’s a natural candidate as a developmental 3-4 defensive end.
Jackson is a highly-cut athlete with a versatile skill-set and saw time inside and outside in college, but looks more natural as an end. He played 95 percent of his snaps at tackle for the Volunteers, which limited his effectiveness and production playing out of position.
Jackson showed steady improvement over his career and his best football looks to be ahead of him – Tennessee coaches rave about his ability.”
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:07 am
*gamble
*cbs.com
It’s late.
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:09 am
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fair impersonation of prototype 4-3 DEs:
RDE Sho’Nasty
LDE Bryant. But of course, he may play NT or DT. Seymour, Kelly can also play 4-3 LDE, which is usually strong side, run defender and power rusher in “prototype” 4-3
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Bryant, Ok i can live with that decision..even though id say that is still out of position
As for Kelly or Seymour “run defender” isnt the nickname I would give them for their performance in 2011 especially as a LDE in a 4-3
Do you expect those 2 to get out on 3rd & long or set the edge also?
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:27 am
89. 3 days later… Wow, ryan leaf is the man..
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:31 am
Good night.
Rockstar, put me down for Emmanuel Acho at 95th.
At least until I find a guy I like better, I’m not finished looking.
But back to Acho, I’ve seen him projected anywhere from 2nd to 6th, but I see a guy that can come in right away and provide depth at every LB spot while pushing the starters for their jobs and eventually taking over one of them.
Not bad for the last pick of the third round.
But I can agree that there are other players with a higher ceiling but also more bust potentia and in this particular year without a full slate of picks, we have to make them count.
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:51 am
Master Beecham # 68 that’s the realist sh I have ever read in my life
So I got a question for you, I have some excess (and before you say it I realize one can never have enough; and they are not bootsy either I’m just moving into another line of work) strippers for your party boat. I’d hate to send them off to whatever the sheps they did before they met me you sound like you have a nice environment where by can be free to be who they really are. Hit me
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:51 am
http://www.drafttek.com/CMDRound6.asp
awesome mock!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 1:32 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 2nd, 2012 at 12:30 pm
@ alzadoX
who do you think we could/should get at #95 ??
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I don’t have time to watch college games, so I can’t give a name of a player we should draft. Many years ago, I did a little college scouting for a guy who wrote draft guides, Joel Buchsbaum (with Pro Football Weekly and did his own independent guide before joining PFW). I do know what it takes to actually get an independent informed decision on college prospects and I don’t have time or sufficient interest anymore. I still like to read draft guides from a few years back and see who made it and who didn’t. A lot of guys rated highly don’t make it, but most Pro Bowlers are high picks. I watch the Raider games and a few NFL highlights that’s about it. I watch the preseason games (after the subs start playing) several times to get a good look at our young players.
With new coaching staff and schemes, we have less knowledge of what kind of players will fit, less informed ability to guess what exactly the new Reggime will be looking for. Reggie Mac has rep as excellent evaluator. No one hits on all their draft picks over time.
New Reggime has filled gaping holes so that they will not be unduly influenced into reaching in draft to fill a hole, but competition and depth needed almost everywhere on team. Realistically, on picks later than round 2, need usually will factored in rather than pure BPA drafting, but if you narrow it down to only one or a few positions, you are still likely to make mistakes. But few teams make late round selections at positions where they are loaded. Usually, for teams that have many needs, it is better to trade down in the draft rather than up, with more chances you usually get more hits, whereas that one guy you were so sure about often looks different in camp than he did in college.
Primary needs; some could be filled by developing talent already on roster, and bringing more players in to compete:
OLB/ LB(s) who can rush the passer; Also from what I can tell Allen likes LB who can cover pass
CB who projects as starting calibre; depth is okay (note: I think Ron Bartell excellent if healthy)
NT/DT who can stuff the run (Potential sleepers on roster: Travis Ivey per beat writers, I haven’t seen him play.) Good chance Lamarr Houston plays inside more in 2012, some have suggested Desmond Bryant. In Denver’s 4-3 hybrid D, Broderick Bunkley listed as DT but lined up on center’s nose (4-3 nose tackle), strong anchor guy but also played on move some, Houston may be closest we have to that, but probably not as strong vs. run as Bunkley)
ILB maybe a vet who can push Romac rather than draftee. If we use a 3-4, I think Curry may move to ILB
Edge rusher situational if not starting LB or heavy rotation LB; situational rush DE or LB
RB backup power runner for short yardage, goalline runner also play special teams (potential sleepers on roster: Lonyae Miller, Rashawn Jackson)
QB backup – probably a vet if new Reggime likes Terrelle Pryor, if new Reggime doesn’t like Pryor, then a QB to groom for future
Possession / Red zone WR (potential sleeper on roster: Eddie McGee. Ausberry may even play in red zone WR if he isn’t starting TE. )
TE who is red zone threat at minimum, preferably complete TE (potential sleeper on roster: Ausberry). Reece will probably be used more as receiver.
Those are primary needs; 3rd round pick will probably be BPA at any of these positions of need
also may need:
Punt returner – Denarius Moore still learning how to return punts. Taiwan Jones mostly KOR in college. Jacoby Ford may be used more here.
FS depth/ special teams players (have a lot of players on roster who I haven’t seen yet)
OG & C depth maybe but this is one of easier and cheaper things to find (potential sleepers on roster: 2 year practice squadder Alex Parsons is well suited to ZBS and was being tried at center late last preseason, can play both guards should push hard for roster spot. T-G Zach Hurd if he fits ZBS).
OT depth if Barksdale doesn’t fit ZBS – I don’t understand why some say OL is one of our primary needs, I’d say one of our strengths. Khalif Barnes needs competition to be pushed to play to his potential and keep his head in the game, but I agree with his re-signing) (potential sleeper on roster: T-G Zach Hurd, if he fits ZBS)
Like what new Reggime is doing. Still have draft/trades, rookie UDFAs, June 1st cuts and late market/ bargain free agents. Expect a lot of value/ budget players to be brought in to compete at unsettled positions, especially on defense.
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I thought I posted this on last thread right before new article posted, but I see it’s not there. Saw posts directed at JB & me at end of last thread but didn’t understand what you wanted from that or tweets. Does everyone who posts have to vote on who we should pick at 95? Or get banned? Hope this makes you happy, I decline to vote
April 3rd, 2012 at 4:59 am
Again thought there might be a word or two from Reggie or Dirty Den via Jerry/Steve.Maybe tomorrow?
Sorry to see Oakland making the news,this side of the pond,for all the wrong reasons.
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:11 am
33..a site where the Donkey fans talk about their Hate for the Raiders, Raiders fans and Oakland….suprise, suprise…. I’m gonna pay them a visit and spread some Raider love …
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:32 am
Said it before and I’ll say it again — Reggie is in the best possible position he could be in. Starting from scratch, basically, without the domineering presence of Al on Draft Day, there is no chance of misfiring on a first round pick (since the Raiders don’t have one). Already gotten rid of some people who didn’t belong, and brought in some talent for needed depth and performance — hope that all equates to elevated play and better fundamentals (i.e., fewer penalties). Let’s see what the scouting team determines as being the “best available” players when the Raiders’ selections roll around. Would like to see a potential move up the draft board, in middle rounds, but I am willing to place my trust in Reggie to make it all work out …
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:35 am
Just when you thought JaWalrus had wrested away the all-time draft bust title, here comes Ryan Leaf again!
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:40 am
I think I am going to let the uni-brow fill in, in honor of the MOP of the final four.
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:45 am
Post #107 (RE Post #33) — I just went to that site for the Donkeys — looks like Raider Nation is really lighting it up (LOL) — I wonder if Tim Tebow will also post!
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:48 am
Yeah, I think Leaf has regained the crown.
April 3rd, 2012 at 5:49 am
My post on the Denver blog was deleted.
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:00 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
Anything interesting????
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:01 am
Snowing in Albuquerque.
Isn’t it April? The golf game is being severely affected.
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:20 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
RaiderRockstar: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Carl Weathers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8ER MIKE: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
CJ Legend 34: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
RaiderDuck: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
PlunkforHOF: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
HairyBush: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
El Tato: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Xraided: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
DutchRaider77: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
YoungAmerican: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Silverandblack666: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Fingers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Guest123: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Poprox13: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Just Fire Baby: Casey Heyward (Vandy)
R8eray: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Hwnrdr: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
DMAC: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Thec: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
BigZ@CSM: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertalk: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Lowdown_in_Beijing: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Jesusraiderjim: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raider O: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
RaiderRetribution: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
DJ Johnny: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Hardline: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
No Mas Diamante: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Bcz24: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Antispy3: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Blackmamba_20: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Raiderinparadise: Keenan Robinson (Texas)
Marley Bob: Emmanuel Acho (Texas)
Raiderzmaverick: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Raiderjambo: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Da Trinity: Sean Spence (Miami U)
DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL: Tyrone Crawford (Boise St)
JLofty: Trumaine Johnson (Montana)
LA to TheBay: Josh Robinson (USF)
Qodrn1: Josh Robinson (USF)
RaidO: Josh Robinson (USF)
SilverNBlackPA: Derek Wolfe (Cincinnati)
Raiderman99: Isaiah Pead (Cincinnati)
Dakota: Ladarius Green (Louisiana-Lafayette)
Deja vu: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
The Oracle: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
Raider Dell: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
ToneMcFresh: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
Tjbwall: Ronnell Lewis (Oklahoma U)
PurpleDrank81: Shea McClellin (Boise State)
GG: Michael Brewster (Ohio State)
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:20 am
Just bought and planted a new tree this weekend, and 2 days later it snows.
I hope that little buddy makes it through the shock of it all.
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:25 am
JFB….
Snowing over here aswell if that helps.
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:27 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
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April 3rd, 2012 at 6:34 am
So Kentucky wins it all last night? Wow, that’s a surprise…
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:37 am
LB Travis Goethel is ready to get back into off-season workouts after sitting out last year with a knee injury. “I feel good,” said Goethel. “I’m just ready to get after it. Last year it was a long year for me, just sitting there watching everything go down. I’m just excited to get back in the mix and start playing football again.”
Goethel feels comfortable with the new coaching staff after meeting them for the first time. “Today is the first day that I’ve actually met with them face to face and they all seem like cool dudes and they all want to get after it just like we do.”
The players have set goals for themselves as well as the team and are using these workouts and meetings as a first step in reaching those goals. “My goal right now is to get out and contribute as much as I can, whether it’s on defense or special teams, just get out there and help this team out as much as I can,” said Goethel.
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Goethel = 2012 MUP ??
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:37 am
Post #116:
Ta-amu (if he is available then)
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:37 am
Who wins the women’s tournament tonight? I say Britney Griner
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:39 am
Post #121 –
Naw, if McFadden can simply get on the field (and stay healthy), I would give him the 2012 MUP!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:40 am
If McFadden can stay healthy the whole season and be the force he was for the first 6 games last year…he gets my MUP too!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:43 am
Interesting that T.O. has been working out with CP3 – did anyone else notice that? There may just be a roster spot available for a veteran wide receiver, who would probably like nothing more than to stick it to the Bay Area critics on the other side of the “short pond”!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:44 am
That could be a possibility Tbone, but…not sure if we need someone like TO’s attitude…
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:45 am
Stevie Brown signs with the Giants
The Raiders cut WR Derrick Jones
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thanks for the info, gents!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:46 am
If Palmer, REALLY REALLY wants TO, I think he would get him.
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:48 am
That is true…TO, like Moss has something to prove, like Moss…
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:51 am
If T.O. would be willing to sign just a one-year contract, it might be worth bringing him in. He’s always been a hard worker – that might rub off on the younger receivers. If he becomes a cancer or a distraction, or Reggie doesn’t think he’s productive enough, he’s GONE. However, at this stage of his career, i really think T.O. wants to go out on a positive note. I never would’ve said “Bring him in” before now — maybe changing my tune, a little!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:52 am
Good Morning A.M. Crew!!
*BREAKING NEWS!
Raiders waived WR Derrick Jones.
Signed as an undrafted rookie last summer, Jones tore his Achilles just days into camp. Already 26, he’ll be lucky to ever crack a practice squad.
Source: Aaron Wilson on Twitter Apr 3 – 9:40 AM
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:52 am
Alameda ta,amu (Washington)
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:54 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:20 am
Just bought and planted a new tree this weekend, and 2 days later it snows.
I hope that little buddy makes it through the shock of it all.
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It’s real easy to shock cannabis…especially if your cloning!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:55 am
@Tbone
Owens has plenty of experience with both Greg Knapp & Carson Palmer. I think if both guys lobby hard to sign him, he’ll be a Raider
it’s hard to argue that we DON’T need a proven veteran receiver, especially if he’s one of the all-time greats at the position, he’s hungry, healthy and will accept the vet minimum as compensation.. seems like a no brainer to me [especially since Heyward-Bey, Ford, Murphy & Moore all battled injuries at some point last season]
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:57 am
Just Say No to TO!
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:59 am
I hear that Hiram Eugene was on his way to workout at an NFL facility, and got stiff-armed in the parking lot – poor guy!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:02 am
I wonder how Bruce Campbell will do down in Carolina. I’m planning to be at that game, so we’ll get too see if “the trade” was worth it to one or both teams.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:03 am
If T.O wants to just play,teach the younglings an shut his pie hole
He might be a good fit. He’s a very hard working player.
No doubt that ethic can rub off on some young guys.
He’s already working with some of them now.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:04 am
Joe Mays was drafted in the 6th round.
Derrick Brooks, Sims, and Beason are 6′.
Jon Vilma is 6′1.
Like I said, I can’t think of any 5′11 LB being drafted in the 1st 2 rounds.
Zach Thomas was a 5th round pick.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:04 am
I’m excited about our new look uniforms…I wonder if we’ll have any significant changes?
We’ll all find out in about an hour!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:04 am
Good Morning Nation.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:05 am
Interesting dilemma – if Tampa Bay drafts a corner and lets go of Talib, do you think the Raiders might give him a shot? If anything, he could add some proven depth. Then again, there’s the other side of the coin!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:05 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:27 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
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Plunketthead = proven semipro blogger
I didnt move to NY to root to touchdown timmy
Still here after all these years
Best year ever!!!!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:06 am
R8eray Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:54 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 6:20 am
Just bought and planted a new tree this weekend, and 2 days later it snows.
I hope that little buddy makes it through the shock of it all.
—–
It’s real easy to shock cannabis…especially if your cloning!
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
LOL
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:07 am
#141 -
I hope the uniforms don’t change, although I wouldn’t be opposed to going with a black helmet (same logo, single silver stripe).
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:07 am
NY???
Really?
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:10 am
T.O is garbage.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:13 am
That denver blog has some nerve posting Als deathbed pic. That freak show looking tag team of elway and peyton would send shudders up frankensteins spine.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:22 am
GOOD MORNING NATION !!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:22 am
With the 95th pick in the draft, The Raiders take RB Robert Turbin, Utah State.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:22 am
TO went off on Knapp when he was the OC in SF. Knapp doesn’t want TO!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:25 am
152.Raider O Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:22 am
TO went off on Knapp when he was the OC in SF. Knapp doesn’t want TO!
I remember that like it was yesterday…with Knapp just looking at him, following him with his eyes only!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:26 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
RaiderRockstar: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Carl Weathers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8ER MIKE: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
CJ Legend 34: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
RaiderDuck: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
PlunkforHOF: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
HairyBush: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
El Tato: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Xraided: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
DutchRaider77: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
YoungAmerican: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Silverandblack666: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Fingers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Guest123: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Poprox13: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Just Fire Baby: Casey Heyward (Vandy)
R8eray: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Hwnrdr: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
DMAC: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Thec: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertbone: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
R8dercain: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
BigZ@CSM: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertalk: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Lowdown_in_Beijing: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Jesusraiderjim: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raider O: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
RaiderRetribution: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
DJ Johnny: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Hardline: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
No Mas Diamante: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Bcz24: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Antispy3: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Blackmamba_20: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Raiderinparadise: Keenan Robinson (Texas)
Marley Bob: Emmanuel Acho (Texas)
Raiderzmaverick: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Raiderjambo: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Da Trinity: Sean Spence (Miami U)
DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL: Tyrone Crawford (Boise St)
JLofty: Trumaine Johnson (Montana)
LA to TheBay: Josh Robinson (USF)
Qodrn1: Josh Robinson (USF)
RaidO: Josh Robinson (USF)
SilverNBlackPA: Derek Wolfe (Cincinnati)
Raiderman99: Isaiah Pead (Cincinnati)
Dakota: Ladarius Green (Louisiana-Lafayette)
Deja vu: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
The Oracle: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
Raider Dell: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
ToneMcFresh: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
Tjbwall: Ronnell Lewis (Oklahoma U)
PurpleDrank81: Shea McClellin (Boise State)
GG: Michael Brewster (Ohio State)
ELWAYs TEETH: Robert Turbin (Utah State)
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:27 am
Hwnrdr,
I remember the eyes. Crazy eyes!
LMAO
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:28 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
Attn:
Jhill
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HGDaddy
ROG
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AIG
JB
Guy
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House Fly
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Goldie
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Just Win Baby
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Randy the Raider Redneck Alligator
Seymour Bush
AutumnWind
Kirk
Morilla
Raider Guy
8RaiderReign8
Master Beeecham
wasbanned
Twocents
Banana
Chris in NY
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raiderlization
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Debo
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[party poopers]
edward teach
alzadoX
neilb
KoolKell
MistaBrown
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:28 am
Keep up the good work RR.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:31 am
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[party poopers]
edward teach
alzadoX
neilb
KoolKell
MistaBrown
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come on guys, you want to be in the company of
Krappy and BrownStains ??
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:35 am
Party poopers!!?? I’ll check out some sites and be back with a pick.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:35 am
149.Plunketthead Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:13 am
That denver blog has some nerve posting Als deathbed pic. That freak show looking tag team of elway and peyton would send shudders up frankensteins spine.
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Did they really?
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:39 am
Neilb,
Try Walter football, NFLdraftcountdown, or NFLdraftscout.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:42 am
Stevie Brown to the Giants and Groves working out for the Giants!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:43 am
Who cares about those idiots in Denver. They have no class or football sense. They wanted Tebow. That should tell you all you need to know.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:45 am
Did they really?
http://broncotalk.net/2012/04/33129/raidertalk/broncos-acquire-rights-to-al-davis/
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:48 am
We all know denver has the IQ of a peanut but Touchdown Timmy is something the Raiders have lacked for the better part of a decade.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:48 am
164.Plunketthead Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:45 am
Did they really?
http://broncotalk.net/2012/04/33129/raidertalk/broncos-acquire-rights-to-al-davis/
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I don’t see a “death bed” pic.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:51 am
Just semantics
I doubt he looked much worse
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:53 am
Yeah, he did look rough at the end.
Amazing how 10 years can change a person.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:54 am
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:31 am
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[party poopers]
edward teach
alzadoX
neilb
KoolKell
MistaBrown
++++++++++++
All in good fun….give it a little effort guys. sheesh
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:55 am
The thing about Denver is – they didn’t even WANT Tebow really, until he started winning (and we all know that was ALL HIM – right?!
Anyway, on their blog, they said they would superimpose scoreboard images of past games … go right ahead: Raiders have won 4 out of the last 6, including a certain 59-14 beatdown!! Gloat on, you horse-tooth patsies!
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:57 am
We have won 4 straight in Donkeyland, with Jason Campbell, Jamarcus Russell, Charlie Frye and even JP Losman getting some snaps at QB.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:57 am
Kirwan has Ta’amu at #95.
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:57 am
If Groves goes to the Giants, it’s just too bad that we won’t be playing the Giants this year — loved that pass coverage (NOT!)
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:59 am
sorry guys but this taamu guy sucks.. been watching games that he “did good” and im not entirely impressed. all he knows how to do is push a guard straight backwards. he wont be able to do that in the nfl, so he’s pretty much useless.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:00 am
Andrew Brandt @adbrandt
Free agent DE Dave Tollefson visiting the Raiders today. Packers still in the mix.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:00 am
We have won 4 straight in Donkeyland, with Jason Campbell, Jamarcus Russell, Charlie Frye and even JP Losman getting some snaps at QB.
Cable was able!! when it come to kicking the milehi hay out of the mules
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:00 am
Raider Rockstar you really are a Rockstar! Every time I come back the the only blog on earth you got the in-depth list of RaiderNation rockin the vote. Way to put in the time and effort.You semis make this blog what it is, well at least most of ya!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:01 am
we draft a defensive end in the third, a tight end in the fourth, and two linebackers in the fifth.. book it!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:04 am
if we dont go tight end in the fourth, then we prolly pick up a guard. someone for savage to teach the basics to.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:04 am
I see at least two linebackers getting drafted — I think the rest is totally based on “best available”. Tight end is very thin this year – I just don’t see it. Perhaps a veteran FA pickup would be best served at the TE position.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:04 am
Just say NO to TO. Guy is a loser and a cancer, we can get a FA WR later if needed. If we want a veteran presence let’s go with TE Dallas Clark!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:06 am
Dontari Poe’s stock is falling, but I doubt he will be there in the 3rd round though considering his combine workout.
Defensive Tackle/Nose Tackle is a major need for Oakland.
So I’m going Alameda Ta’amu in the 3rd for Oakland.(Though it appears they have interest in Josh Chapman)
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:06 am
I’d say Clark would be a good one to go after!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:07 am
@181,
would be nice but he had a pretty serious injury, and would probably take him a while to “be himself” on the field again.. would be nice if he was fully back tho.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:08 am
I would rather see Ed McGee get more playing time than acquiring T.O. at this point. Didn’t CP3 mention he was someone to look out for?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:09 am
@185,
yuuuup!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:09 am
Andrew Brandt @adbrandt
Free agent DE Dave Tollefson visiting the Raiders today. Packers still in the mix.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:11 am
Per Rob Rang:
ILB Mychal Kendricks, Cal: Of the six players listed in this report, if Kendricks scores as poorly on the Wonderlic as I’ve been told scouts expect based on his struggles on the white board during team interviews, his stock could drop significantly. Teams hold inside linebackers to a higher standard than many other positions when it comes to intelligence.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:13 am
RRS,
I couldn’t give you a name. Didn’t watch much, if any college football last year. That includes the post season games and combine.
YA has a board up that I like because of the positions.
I think we are overlooking depth at S.
I’ll do a little research on a small school S that may drop. I’d love to pick up a guy who could start on STs and come in and play FS if we want to move Huff around.
I’ll have something for you sooner than later.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:13 am
How did the guy get into Cal but is a rock-head?
Isn’t that what USC is for?
So you telling me that we no longer have smart dudes, and yet we still can’t make the Rose Bowl in 50 years?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:15 am
I would rather see Ed McGee get more playing time
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He will.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:15 am
Some of the new Nike apparel:
http://pic.twitter.com/B92uNgyH
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:16 am
JFB,
So is it the 25th or 26th?
Or both?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:16 am
A few possible options at S would be DeQuan Menzie, Janzen Jackson, and Robert Blanton.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:18 am
3rd – FS
4th – ILB
5th – NT
5th – OG
6th – CB
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:19 am
Thanks, YA
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:20 am
HGDaddy Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:09 am
Andrew Brandt @adbrandt
Free agent DE Dave Tollefson visiting the Raiders today. Packers still in the mix.
++++++++++++++++
Hope Reggie can pull this off, would be a great backup to ShoNasty at RDE
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:20 am
J Hill Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:18 am
3rd – FS
++++++++++
What about Huff?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:21 am
3rd NT ,4th lb, 5th lb,lb, 6th lb.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:22 am
Dave Tollefson would be a very nice addition to the Raiders.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:23 am
wasbanned Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:06 am
Dontari Poe’s stock is falling, but I doubt he will be there in the 3rd round though considering his combine workout.
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No way Poe makes it out of the first round.
Would not mind Reggie trading up to the 2nd round if possible (use some 2013 mid round picks?) and grabbing Brandon Thompson out of Clemson. Dude is a sick run stuffer. No pass rush, but that doesn’t really bother me with ShoNasty, Seymour, Kelly and Bryant.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:23 am
164.Plunketthead Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 7:45 am
Did they really?
http://broncotalk.net/2012/04/33129/raidertalk/broncos-acquire-rights-to-al-davis/
Was that an April Fool’s joke? Because really…that city will friggen blow to smithereens!!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:24 am
RRS…
……. put me down for Demario Davis.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:26 am
Reggie. Just say no to trading up in this draft.
Save next year’s picks, and lets have a clean slate to work with. You already have no second rounder next year, so back off and relax. Al isn’t around to fire you after your first season. You have time to get this right.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:26 am
#184 – didn’t Peyton Manning also have a serious injury last season?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:26 am
Andrew Brandt @adbrandt
Free agent DE Dave Tollefson visiting the Raiders today
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sweet, thanks YA!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:27 am
Liked what I read about Mike Martin from Mich but he’ll be gone come #95.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:27 am
No to Jackson. Kicked off Tenn for failed drug tests.
Robert Blanton ran a 4.7, I’ll pass.
Menzie seems a little small.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:29 am
What about Huff?
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Just concerned that we have no one behind Huff and Branch.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:29 am
J,
Sorry, but these azzhats at the firm keep changing the schedule and dates to accomodate the suits coming in from DC.
I will have to get back to you. Could be the 24th, 25th or 27th the way it is looking right now.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:29 am
#202 -
Most of the mile high city is walkin’ around like a bunch of zombies anyway, trying to figure out what to do with their Tebow jerseys. Maybe they could donate them all to poor African nations – wup, cancel that: bright orange attracts predators!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:30 am
NotoriousOHM Ohm Youngmisuk
RT @espn_nfceast: RT @adbrandt: Free agent DE Dave Tollefson visiting the Raiders today. Packers still in the mix.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:31 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
RaiderRockstar: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Carl Weathers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8ER MIKE: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
CJ Legend 34: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
RaiderDuck: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
PlunkforHOF: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
HairyBush: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
El Tato: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Xraided: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
DutchRaider77: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
YoungAmerican: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Silverandblack666: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Fingers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Guest123: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Poprox13: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Neilb: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Just Fire Baby: Casey Heyward (Vandy)
R8eray: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Hwnrdr: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
DMAC: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Thec: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Wasbanned: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertbone: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
R8dercain: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
BigZ@CSM: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertalk: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Lowdown_in_Beijing: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Jesusraiderjim: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raider O: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
RaiderRetribution: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
DJ Johnny: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Hardline: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
No Mas Diamante: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Bcz24: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Antispy3: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Blackmamba_20: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Raiderinparadise: Keenan Robinson (Texas)
Marley Bob: Emmanuel Acho (Texas)
Raiderzmaverick: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Raiderjambo: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Da Trinity: Sean Spence (Miami U)
DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL: Tyrone Crawford (Boise St)
JLofty: Trumaine Johnson (Montana)
LA to TheBay: Josh Robinson (USF)
Qodrn1: Josh Robinson (USF)
RaidO: Josh Robinson (USF)
SilverNBlackPA: Derek Wolfe (Cincinnati)
Raiderman99: Isaiah Pead (Cincinnati)
Dakota: Ladarius Green (Louisiana-Lafayette)
Deja vu: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
The Oracle: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
Raider Dell: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
ToneMcFresh: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
Tjbwall: Ronnell Lewis (Oklahoma U)
PurpleDrank81: Shea McClellin (Boise State)
GG: Michael Brewster (Ohio State)
ELWAYs TEETH: Robert Turbin (Utah State)
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:33 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
Attn:
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ROG
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AIG
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April 3rd, 2012 at 8:35 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:31 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
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Ah, ah, I almost forgot…I’m also going to need you to go ahead and alphabetize that list too.
We, uhhh, sorta need to play catch-up. Mmmmmkay? Thaaaaaanks.
I’m also going to need those TPS reports…….ASAP…..
Mmmmmmmkay?
Thanks,
Management
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:37 am
Wow… we had Tollefson in for camp in 2007, cut him and the rest is Giants history.
Career history
Green Bay Packers (2006)
Berlin Thunder (2007)
Oakland Raiders (2007)*
New York Giants (2007–present)
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:37 am
J Hill Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:27 am
No to Jackson. Kicked off Tenn for failed drug tests.
Robert Blanton ran a 4.7, I’ll pass.
Menzie seems a little small.
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No perfect prospects at #95.
Blanton may not have a blazing 40 time, but he has field speed. Good instincts, a little too stiff to stay at corner but at the very least can play press-man when needed. High character kid. Solid tackler. Nose for the ball.
Jackson was a 1st round prospect before getting kicked off the team. Do the Raiders think their locker room is strong enough to keep him grounded? As a 5th round pick, wouldn’t be hard to cut ties with him if off-field issues become a problem. Low-risk, high reward.
Menzie is a CB, but has enough size and range for FS. His frame would allow him to add a little weight if necessary, but I don’t think he’s so undersized that it would be a problem for him. Could contribute early in nickel packages.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:38 am
I should say, no perfect prospects AFTER #95. Blanton, Jackson, and Menzie will be in play anywhere between the 4th and 6th rounds.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:40 am
So to the semi’s, and especially my scouting department, where do we think this Travis Benjamin kid from the U will go?
I know he doesn’t have size on his side, but when I watched the U play, he at times seemed like the best player on the field.
I am hoping he can be a 5th or 6th round option.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:42 am
I still think there are a lot of talented players out there who are currently on other rosters, but only for now …
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:43 am
Rockstar – I don’t follow the lower rounds of the draft that closely. Tend to trust the scouting dept and coaches. So my pick is the best LB available at #95
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:43 am
Can’t do the 27th, JFB.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:45 am
With the #95 pick in the 2012 draft the Raiders pick…..
Josh Chapman… Dt Alabama
The Raiders make this pick for two reasons
1) A true nose tackle is something this team desperately needs… And Reggie has a history of picking a true nose tackle when you look at BJ Raji
2) Getting a true nose tackle makes Kelly and Seymour much more expendable next year when we have to reanalyze their contracts
3) Josh Chapman will fall to us because he is injured… And players that are injured usually fall to later rounds
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:47 am
As a 5th round pick, wouldn’t be hard to cut ties with him if off-field issues become a problem. Low-risk, high reward.
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Agreed. But to much of a risk for a 3rd rd pick.
Of the list, I’d roll with Menzie in rd 3, but I’m thinking I might be able to find a better player HWS wise, with a high football IQ, but is not rated high because of who he played against.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:47 am
Rockstar.. were you ever a dentist?
seems like pulling teeth with some of these voters !!
lol lol lol
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:48 am
Hey RR
Make sure you put me on the board
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:49 am
@ SR
plenty of good LB’s on the list that others have chosen. care to pick one of those guys??
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:49 am
Time for some dinner.
Have a great Tuesday everyone.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:50 am
@JFB
Travis Benjamin = late 2nd or early 3rd imo
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:51 am
Neilb Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:49 am
Time for some dinner.
Have a great Tuesday everyone.
???
I haven’t even had breakfast yet!
Where u @?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:52 am
Rockstar.. were you ever a dentist?
seems like pulling teeth with some of these voters !!
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no kidding, LOL
hey man you know what they say
you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t force him to drink!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:53 am
?? Ray,I think he is in England
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:54 am
yup, neil = across the pond
go Liverpool!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 am
The exact designs for every team is unknown and some teams may have very minor, if any changes, at all. The Raiders have already indicated there will not be any drastic changes.
-ESPN
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 am
225.R8ER MIKE Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:47 am
Rockstar.. were you ever a dentist?
seems like pulling teeth with some of these voters !!
lol lol lol
Anasthesia, Pulling Teeth! Bass solo, take one!
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:56 am
Of the list, I’d roll with Menzie in rd 3, but I’m thinking I might be able to find a better player HWS wise, with a high football IQ, but is not rated high because of who he played against.
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Yeah, that’s entirely possible. I don’t have a ton of players like that listed simply because I don’t get much of a chance, if any, to see small-school kids play. With those, it’s usually a situation where the organization’s scouts will want to work the kid out and check him out in person.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:57 am
OK, I’ll take Sean Spence from Miami. Do I get a lollipop?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:57 am
whats up there hwnrdr, how the he11 are ya today ?
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:57 am
Looks like McFadden is in Brooklyn today at the unveiling of the Nike uniforms.
Before anyone asks – yes, the Raiders’ uniforms look the same as they always have.
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:58 am
a lollipop from a dentist? i dont think so !! lol lol
here take a toothbrush and some paste !! lol lol lol
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:58 am
Walter Football has Jonathan Massaquoi (DE/OLB, from Troy) slotted to the Raiders at #95 and Matt McCants (OT, from UAB) slotted to go to the Raiders at #129, in its most recent mock draft
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:58 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
RaiderRockstar: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Carl Weathers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8ER MIKE: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
CJ Legend 34: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
RaiderDuck: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
PlunkforHOF: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
HairyBush: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
El Tato: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Xraided: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
8RaiderReign8: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
DutchRaider77: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
YoungAmerican: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Silverandblack666: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Fingers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Guest123: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Poprox13: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Neilb: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Just Fire Baby: Casey Heyward (Vandy)
R8eray: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Hwnrdr: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
DMAC: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Thec: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Wasbanned: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertbone: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
R8dercain: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
BigZ@CSM: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertalk: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Lowdown_in_Beijing: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Jesusraiderjim: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raider O: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
RaiderRetribution: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
DJ Johnny: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Hardline: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
No Mas Diamante: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Bcz24: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Antispy3: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Blackmamba_20: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Raiderinparadise: Keenan Robinson (Texas)
Marley Bob: Emmanuel Acho (Texas)
Raiderzmaverick: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Raiderjambo: Sean Spence (Miami U)
SR Raider: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Da Trinity: Sean Spence (Miami U)
DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL: Tyrone Crawford (Boise St)
JLofty: Trumaine Johnson (Montana)
LA to TheBay: Josh Robinson (USF)
Qodrn1: Josh Robinson (USF)
RaidO: Josh Robinson (USF)
SilverNBlackPA: Derek Wolfe (Cincinnati)
Raiderman99: Isaiah Pead (Cincinnati)
Dakota: Ladarius Green (Louisiana-Lafayette)
Deja vu: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
The Oracle: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
Raider Dell: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
ToneMcFresh: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
Tjbwall: Ronnell Lewis (Oklahoma U)
PurpleDrank81: Shea McClellin (Boise State)
GG: Michael Brewster (Ohio State)
ELWAYs TEETH: Robert Turbin (Utah State)
April 3rd, 2012 at 8:59 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
Attn:
Jhill
Exla
HGDaddy
ROG
Marks Hair
AIG
JB
Guy
C2E
arkraider
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realtruraider
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House Fly
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Seymour Bush
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Twocents
Banana
Chris in NY
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raiderlization
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Plunketthead
Debo
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[party poopers]
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KoolKell
MistaBrown
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 am
@Mike
never visit a dentist that asks you to drop your pants, turn your head & cough!
rubber gloves = red flag!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 am
are people going to change their votes if we sign Tollefson?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:02 am
LOL LOL Rockstar !!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:02 am
Walter Football has Jonathan Massaquoi (DE/OLB, from Troy) slotted to the Raiders at #95 and Matt McCants (OT, from UAB) slotted to go to the Raiders at #129, in its most recent mock draft
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@Tbone
we could do worse. I wouldn’t be too upset about that.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:03 am
are people going to change their votes if we sign Tollefson?
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@SR
it’s possible. you can change your vote up thru April 25th
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:04 am
I think Massaquoi will be on the board later than that.
Personally, I’m not entirely sold on him. Not convinced about his lateral agility. Seems like a tweener type. Not a real DE, nor is he a real OLB. He’s been very productive, though, so I wouldn’t be surprised if he could carve out a niche for himself in the NFL.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:04 am
Chapman, Ta’amu and Kendricks are all off the board already, according to Walter’s mock (for what it’s worth); but, we don’t know who is gonna rise and who is gonna fall between now and the actual pick(s).
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:05 am
Remember all the guys predicting Yates to the raiders in rd 6-7…. you cant predict 94 picks.. Ill take the best player on the board, any position.. He most likely will only work sp teams this yr anyway.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:06 am
He most likely will only work sp teams this yr anyway.
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The GM seems to think you can find a productive starter at #95.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:08 am
The reason why, even if Ta’amu is there at #95, I wouldn’t pick him…
… he’s a two-down player, and even at that not a very productive one. He’s not a pure run-stuffer. Actually plays a more penetrating style. Would have to develop as a 0-tech. At this point would only be a rotational guy.
With so few draft picks? Whoever the Raiders get at #95 should be able to contribute right off the bat. I don’t think Ta’amu is that guy, particularly if the Raiders will only be using 3 DL formations less than half of the time.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:09 am
What’s up Mike? Doing good this morning…
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:09 am
I agree with Marks Hair when it comes to the draft. Take the best player at #95; either DT or LB.
When it comes to fashion Marks Hair needs some help
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:10 am
252. I agree with reg. You can find a starter in rd 4. But how many yr 1 starters get taken after rd 3? Probably not too many.. Al was great picking late, but he didnt get late rd starters all the time.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:11 am
#95 absolutely needs to be BPA. No telling who that will be or at what position. But it needs to be a guy who can contribute right off the bat, a guy who will take minimal development and at least has the potential to be a game-changer.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:13 am
To see the new Seahawk uniforms, go here.
http://www.seahawks.com/videos-photos/photo-gallery/Photos-New-Uniform/d8a6def9-2713-40e2-bc03-3d5846d98dab#end
I think Raider fans should be VERY concerned.
Is it really necessary to have NIKE symbols all over the Uni?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:14 am
Tyrone Crawford (DT, Boise State) would give us an added pass rusher at the #95 spot – if he’s still there. He might not start – but it would be someone good who Seymour could help groom.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:17 am
My big board again:
3rd – NT Josh Chapman, Alabama; OLB Ronnell Lewis, Oklahoma; OLB/ILB Sean Spence, Miami; CB Leonard Johnson, Iowa State; OLB/DE Bruce Irvin, West Virginia; ILB James Michael-Johnson, Nevada; DE Tyrone Crawford, Boise State
4th – OLB Sammy Brown, Houston; FS Janzen Jackson, McNeese State; OT Jeff Allen, Illinois; DE/OLB Jonathan Massaquoi, Troy; ILB/OLB Nigel Bradham, Florida State; OLB Keenan Robinson, Texas; DE/OLB Jake Bequette, Arkansas
5th – DL Akiem Hicks, Regina; DE/OLB Cordarro Law, Southern Miss; DB DeQuan Menzie, Alabama; DE/OLB Julian Miller, West Virginia; NT Damon Harrison, William Penn; CB Asa Jackson, Cal Poly-SLO
5th – DB Robert Blanton, Notre Dame; DE/OLB Frank Alexander, Oklahoma; RB Tauren Poole, Tennessee; OLB/ILB Miles Burris, San Diego State; OT Steven Baker, ECU; ILB/OLB Emmanuel Acho, Texas; RB Terrance Ganaway, Baylor
6th – OT Matt Reynolds, BYU; NT Nicolas Jean-Baptiste, Baylor; CB Coty Sensabaugh, Clemson; DE/OLB Brandon Lindsey, Pitt; CB Cliff Harris, Oregon; NT Hebron Fangupo, BYU; WR A.J. Jenkins, Illinois
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Once again, this isn’t where I think each of these players will go. This is where I have each of these players rated. Meaning, I wouldn’t touch Cliff Harris before the 6th round, though he might get picked earlier. Or, a guy like Jake Bequette might very well still be available late in the 5th round, which would make him a great value pick for the Raiders at that point in the draft.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:18 am
I think Raider fans should be VERY concerned.
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Why? They didn’t change the Raiders uniforms. The changes to the uniforms for the other 31 teams were minimal at best.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:19 am
Good morning/afternoon, gentlemen.
Check out what this loony Chargers fan has to say at PFT…
humb0lt says:
Apr 3, 2012 10:37 AM
The Chargers are on a mission in 2012 – to end the season with Norv Turner proudly hoisting the Lombardi in the Big Easy.
Welcome aboard the Super Bowl Express in San Diego, Le’Ron.
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/03/spanos-excited-to-see-what-leron-mcclain-can-do/#comments
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:20 am
Scouring comments sections on sports blogs is a very good way to drive yourself insane.
Oh…
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:21 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
Attn:
Jhill
Exla
HGDaddy
ROG
joetoronto
AIG
JB
Guy
C2E
arkraider
THE BLACKHOLE
realtruraider
cfrylopez
Raiders for life
Raider980
765Raiders
Bigfoot is a size 11
House Fly
micafonist
araiderso
Goldie
BewareofRaiders
R8drinOK
J-Raider
raiderfankirk
Just Win Baby
Randy the Raider Redneck Alligator
Seymour Bush
AutumnWind
Kirk
Morilla
Raider Guy
Master Beeecham
Twocents
Banana
Chris in NY
AmysInCharge
horrordude0215
raiderlization
inonewordraider
Plunketthead
Debo
*** DECLINED ***
[party poopers]
edward teach
alzadoX
KoolKell
MistaBrown
Marks Hair
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:22 am
I GOT IT!!!
CHECK IT OUT!!!
http://twitter.com/#!/RAIDERS/statuses/187208700191186944
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:23 am
lol. RR
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:24 am
I voted for poe yesterday..
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:26 am
@YA
if we could net Josh Chapman & Sammy Brown with our first two picks and land OT Steven Baker & OT Matt Reynolds with our last two … I would consider this a VERY successful draft
sprinkle in an interior O-Lineman (somebody that can play Center?) there in the middle and we’re set
who are the C’s projected to go RD5 and below?
any sleepers? anybody well versed in the zbs?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:26 am
sorry Mark. I will update the list
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 am
#262 – WHOA! Norv hoisting the Super Bowl trophy?! Did I miss something? Did he sign a contract to coach somewhere else next year? Or perhaps the following comment applies:
“After it was quickly pointed out that San Diego Coach Norv Turner had absolutely no business on the field during the trophy presentation, the Lombardi Trophy was taken away from him and he was quickly and unceremoniously escorted off the field”.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 am
I say we trade #95 + our 1st & 3rd picks next yr to trade up for blackman. How bout that?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:28 am
#271 – Easy there, cowboy!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:29 am
Bad link….check this one!
http://yfrog.com/kl9wisjj
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:29 am
The hairs on fire!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 am
I think Blackmon is going to end up like David Boston.
Ultimately, he will be too big for a WR.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 am
The new Nike Denver uniform features a donkey on the helmet – with protruding teeth – knelt down into a Tebow pose!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:31 am
Garth Gerhart, C/G, Arizona State
Quentin Saulsberry, C, Mississippi State
William Vlachos, C, Alabama
Moe Petrus, C/G, Connecticut
Scott Wedige, C, Northern Illinois
Ben Burkett, C, Northwestern
Ben Bojicic, C, Bowling Green
T-Bob Hebert, C/G, LSU
David Snow, C/G, Texas
Jeremiah Hatch, C, Kansas
Attn: Semi Pros
any of these guys worth a look ??
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:34 am
Unfortunately, can’t trade our #95
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:35 am
I like what I saw initially of the new uni … a little too much metallic flake on the helmet, though — I like just plain old silver!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 am
Oh roght.. Beeeeeeww.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 am
In memory of Mister Davis I choose Josh Robinson
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:39 am
The Raiders need to make two small changes to the uniforms:
1.) Some sort of tribute to Al Davis, something similar to the “GSH” on the Bears uniforms.
2.) The facemasks on the helmets need to be black instead of grey.
That’s it. No other changes.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:41 am
I heard the chargers added little pink hearts to go along with the newborn baby color scheme..
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 am
Morning/afternoon peoples!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 am
RaiderRockstar…
put me down for: Josh Chapman Dt Alabama
we need some more beef in the middle of the D line!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 am
What’s up DMAC?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:45 am
The best tribute to A.D would be to keep the uni’s the same forever, and to win.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:46 am
“LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne reportedly scored a four out of 50 on the Wonderlic test, a basic reasoning and intelligence exam taken by all prospects at the Scouting Combine.”
lollollol
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:46 am
Rockstar: Ta’amu
If we draft a NT like I think we do:
DE: Bryant, Shaughnessey
DT: Seymour, Kelly, Houston, Rookie NT
with Seymour untradeable, Kelly also difficult to trade, should we move Houston to fill more needs?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:46 am
hwnrdr Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 am
What’s up DMAC?
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Nothing much man. Another day, another $.
Whats good w/ you?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:46 am
Who do you want the Raiders to draft at #95 ???
RaiderRockstar: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Carl Weathers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8ER MIKE: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
CJ Legend 34: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
RaiderDuck: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
PlunkforHOF: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
HairyBush: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
El Tato: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Xraided: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
8RaiderReign8: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
DutchRaider77: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
R8drinOK: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
YoungAmerican: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Silverandblack666: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Fingers: Josh Chapman (Alabama)
Guest123: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Poprox13: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Neilb: Demario Davis (Arkansas State)
Just Fire Baby: Casey Heyward (Vandy)
R8eray: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Hwnrdr: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
DMAC: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Thec: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Wasbanned: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertbone: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
R8dercain: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
BigZ@CSM: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raidertalk: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Lowdown_in_Beijing: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Jesusraiderjim: Alameda Ta’amu (Washington)
Raider O: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
RaiderRetribution: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
DJ Johnny: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Hardline: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
No Mas Diamante: Mychal Kendricks (Cal)
Bcz24: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Antispy3: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Blackmamba_20: Sammy Brown (Houston U)
Raiderinparadise: Keenan Robinson (Texas)
Marley Bob: Emmanuel Acho (Texas)
Marks Hair: Dontari Poe (Memphis)
Raiderzmaverick: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Raiderjambo: Sean Spence (Miami U)
SR Raider: Sean Spence (Miami U)
Da Trinity: Sean Spence (Miami U)
DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL: Tyrone Crawford (Boise St)
JLofty: Trumaine Johnson (Montana)
LA to TheBay: Josh Robinson (USF)
Qodrn1: Josh Robinson (USF)
Plunketthead: Josh Robinson (USF)
RaidO: Josh Robinson (USF)
SilverNBlackPA: Derek Wolfe (Cincinnati)
Raiderman99: Isaiah Pead (Cincinnati)
Dakota: Ladarius Green (Louisiana-Lafayette)
Deja vu: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
The Oracle: Nigel Bradham (Florida State)
Raider Dell: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
ToneMcFresh: Bruce Irvin (West Virginia)
Tjbwall: Ronnell Lewis (Oklahoma U)
PurpleDrank81: Shea McClellin (Boise State)
GG: Michael Brewster (Ohio State)
ELWAYs TEETH: Robert Turbin (Utah State)
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:49 am
still awaiting votes for #95 pick
Attn:
Jhill
Exla
HGDaddy
ROG
joetoronto
AIG
JB
Guy
C2E
arkraider
THE BLACKHOLE
realtruraider
cfrylopez
Raiders for life
Raider980
765Raiders
Bigfoot is a size 11
House Fly
micafonist
araiderso
Goldie
BewareofRaiders
J-Raider
raiderfankirk
Just Win Baby
Randy the Raider Redneck Alligator
Seymour Bush
AutumnWind
Kirk
Morilla
Raider Guy
Master Beeecham
Twocents
Banana
Chris in NY
AmysInCharge
horrordude0215
raiderlization
Debo
*** DECLINED ***
[party poopers]
edward teach
alzadoX
KoolKell
MistaBrown
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:50 am
@inonewordraider
gotcha – thanks
@Dakota
did Claiborne have JaWalrus as a tutor?
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:51 am
Free agent DE Dave Tollefson will visit the Raiders on Tuesday.
The Newark Star-Ledger reports Tollefson is also set to visit the Titans after spending the weekend in Green Bay. According to the National Football Post, the Packers remain “in the mix” for the former Giant.
Related: Raiders, Titans
Source: Andrew Brandt on Twitter
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Please sign him as a much needed pass rusher and then draft Alameda to plug the middle.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:51 am
DMAC… good day sir !!
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:52 am
Mike
wassup brother
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:52 am
Heres another april fools blogger. Everyone loves to sucker punch us. But this one is funny. I didnt realize it was joke untill I read the Javon walker stuff
1. Josh Robinson.
Robinson ran a 4.33 forty-yard-dash at the NFL’s scouting combine (which was the fastest) and played cornerback at Central Florida during his collegiate playing days. Robinson is currently projected to be a third round pick so the Raiders may be able to grab him at 95th overall.
2. Travis Benjamin.
Benjamin ran the second-fastest forty-time at the NFL’s scouting combine at 4.36 seconds and played wide receiver in Miami. The Raiders love fast receivers and have been looking for a game-changer at the position since Javon Walker left in 2009.
3. Stephen Hill.
Benjamin wasn’t the only receiver that ran a 4.36 at the combine, as Georgia Tech’s Stephen Hill tied for the second-fastest forty-yard-dash time last February. A speedy wide receiver duo of Benjamin and Hill — two possible future Hall of Famers — could go down as the Raiders’ best receiving corps in franchise history. Look for Oakland to try and draft both players using 2013 and 2014 picks to trade back into the draft.
4. Chris Owusu.
Benjamin and Hill weren’t the only two receivers that ran a 4.36 forty-yard-dash at the combine, Stanford’s Chris Owusu (gosh darn, that’s a name for ya) also ran a 4.36. With all three receivers turning in fantastic times, Oakland will look to target them in the draft. Can you say best trio of receivers in franchise history?
5. A.J. Jenkins
Illinois wide receiver A.J. Jenkins ran the sixth-best forty-yard-dash at the combine, coming in at 4.39 seconds. All four of the receivers mentioned here (save Jenkins) are projected to be drafted late in the draft, so the Raiders will probably only have to trade their 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th round 2013 selections to grab them. Coming away with the four fastest receivers in the draft — and the fastest player in the draft, Josh Robinson — the Raiders may have the best 2012 draft class among all thirty-two teams.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:53 am
Can we get a deal done w/ Branch, so we can sign Tollefson and another LB for depth.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:53 am
Marks Hair Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 am
I say we trade #95 + our 1st & 3rd picks next yr to trade up for blackman. How bout that?
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If that happens and we make it to the AFC championship, we won’t have a 1st to give them next yr. If that happens and we don’t make it the the championship, then it wasn’t worth it.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:54 am
Tollefson is also set to visit the Titans
***
@DMAC
thanks brother. I don’t think we’re gonna outbid 3 teams for his services and he wouldn’t be a starter in OAK
he’ll end up in Green Bay, Seattle or Tennessee … if not back in NY
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:56 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:54 am
Tollefson is also set to visit the Titans
***
@DMAC
thanks brother. I don’t think we’re gonna outbid 3 teams for his services and he wouldn’t be a starter in OAK
he’ll end up in Green Bay, Seattle or Tennessee … if not back in NY
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I think he signs here.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:57 am
Probably old, non important news but………..
Raiders waived WR Derrick Jones.
Signed as an undrafted rookie last summer, Jones tore his Achilles’ just days into camp. Already 26, he’ll be lucky to ever crack a practice squad.
Source: Aaron Wilson on Twitter
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:58 am
Can we get a deal done w/ Branch, so we can sign Tollefson and another LB for depth.
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wonder what the asking price is for these guys ??
Seahawks linebacker David Hawthorne.
Redskins linebacker London Fletcher.
Saints defensive tackle Aubrayo Franklin.
Jaguars defensive end Matt Roth.
Chargers defensive end Luis Castillo.
Eagles defensive tackle Trevor Laws.
Bears defensive tackle Amobi Okoye.
Redskins safety O.J. Atogwe.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:58 am
“New” Raiders uniforms:
https://twitter.com/#!/Borsilli/status/187219510359633921/photo/1
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:59 am
Here is a place to look at the new Uniforms.
http://drunkenmoonkey.deviantart.com/gallery/27877514
Yes, the Raider uniform is changed a lot, including stripes on the pants. Lord, it is really awful.
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:59 am
The Titans remain in contact with free agent DE Dave Ball, who would like to return to Tennessee.
The situational pass rusher is supposedly “considering other teams,” but hasn’t lined up any visits since the beginning of free agency. Unless Ball’s market unexpectedly heats up, he’ll likely be returning to Tennessee on a bargain-basement deal.
Source: Jim Wyatt on Twitter
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We need pass rushers.
Ball anyone????
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 am
We dont have any tradable pics.. Just messing with rr.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 am
According to the National Football Post’s Greg Gabriel, LSU CB Morris Claiborne was diagnosed with a learning disability in high school.
This helps explain why he registered a four on the Wonderlic Test. Per Gabriel, colleges that recruited Claiborne knew of the learning disability, which affects the player’s ability to read. “Claiborne’s test score was NOT a true indicator of his intelligence,” Gabriel writes. “He can and does learn.”
Source: National Football Post
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 am
Dave Ball > Jarvis Moss ???
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:02 am
yes^^^^^^^^^^
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:02 am
Qodrn1, you’re either ignorant or willfully being an a**hole.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:03 am
Tony Pauline @TonyPauline
Alex Hoffman-Ellis/LB/Washington State taking an official visit to the Oakland Raiders
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 am
Can someone post a link to the new uniforms that isn’t blocked on this damn desktop?
Thanx
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 am
290.DMAC Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:46 am
hwnrdr Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 am
What’s up DMAC?
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Nothing much man. Another day, another $.
Whats good w/ you?
All the same, bro!
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 am
Reggie is definately going to draft a LB with one of his first 2 picks …
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 am
DMAC Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 am
Can someone post a link to the new uniforms that isn’t blocked on this damn desktop?
Thanx
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Just imagine the old uniforms.
Now, imagine they’re using a new material for the collar.
Done.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 am
Why do we need Toffelson?
Isn’t he more of a LDE?
According to the little bit we’ve heard from Wheeler, it looks like our LBs will be leading the team in sacks this season.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:06 am
YoungAmerican Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 am
DMAC Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 am
Can someone post a link to the new uniforms that isn’t blocked on this damn desktop?
Thanx
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Just imagine the old uniforms.
Now, imagine they’re using a new material for the collar.
Done.
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Thats it?
ok
Thanx
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:07 am
Tollefson is a rotational RDE, possibly a rush OLB. He would be replacing Trevor Scott and/or Jarvis Moss.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:07 am
J Hill Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 am
Why do we need Toffelson?
Isn’t he more of a LDE?
According to the little bit we’ve heard from Wheeler, it looks like our LBs will be leading the team in sacks this season.
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Name your DE’s?
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:07 am
Id buy franklin for a dollar. We need a nt to run a 3-4.. I dont care what ppl say. We dont have a space eater a dt. Bryant cant take up 2 linemen. They will run all over us if we play 3-4 with our current line..
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:08 am
I think the new pants are water resistant – probably to accommodate Kyle Williams pissing himself next time he has to field a punt.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:09 am
Hey guy’s just ran across this page with my off season endless searching of raider news. and thought I’d say hello instead of just reading what everyone else had to say.
Lastly the pants look like a joke!!!! and I’d love to see this helmet get used it was created by a fan but I think it screams “Watch out B!tC*es were coming for you!!!”
http://raiders4life.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/raider-concept-helmet.jpg
Joe
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:09 am
Marks hair Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:07 am
Id buy franklin for a dollar. We need a nt to run a 3-4.. I dont care what ppl say. We dont have a space eater a dt. Bryant cant take up 2 linemen. They will run all over us if we play 3-4 with our current line..
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You want a space eater?
Alameda is your guy.
Check out the film. Dude constantly takes on a double team.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 am
LOL, YA…remember how big Chris Carr’s eyes would get as the ball got nearer?
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 am
right now, Des Bryant is the only depth we have on the D-Line
73 Jamie Cumbie DT
62 Hall Davis DE
95 Mason Brodine DE
97 Travis Ivey DT
= who ???
I’ll take Tollefson if the price is right!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:11 am
Rockstar,
I could have just ignored your poll, but out of respect for your request I responded even though I didn’t have a preferred player. GFY.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:11 am
http://raiders4life.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/raider-concept-helmet.jpg
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I must admit.
I think their dope!
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:11 am
I’d say hello instead of just reading what everyone else had to say.
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That’s a shame, Joe, because if you’d have bothered to read the posts that came before yours you might have noticed that the Raiders’ uniforms aren’t changing at all.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:12 am
stay classy, blackbeard
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:13 am
YoungAmerican Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:07 am
Tollefson is a rotational RDE, possibly a rush OLB. He would be replacing Trevor Scott and/or Jarvis Moss.
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I think Tollefson had 5 sacks last year…Wimbley numbers LOL.
We had him in 2007 and cut him before the Giants scooped him up.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:14 am
Name your DE’s?
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Kelly, Seymour, Bryant, Houston
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:14 am
and then he won two super bowls with them…
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:15 am
J Hill Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:14 am
Name your DE’s?
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Kelly, Seymour, Bryant, Houston
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No No occasionally yes
Don’t you think we need another DE for depth purposes?
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:15 am
Looking at at the uni posted on Raiders.com and at the link provided by Young American, the uni looks pretty good.
However, for some reason, there are also “new” Nike Conquest uniforms on line, which is the link that I posted. These are pretty awful in my opinion. Maybe these are another option.
If they wear the one on Raider.com, I’m good.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 am
I should point out the new Seahawk uniform all over their website is the “Conquest” look.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 am
I don’t think there is a C out there that Tommy Kelly can’t line right up over and kick his arsse week in and week out.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 am
The New York Giants signed Tollefson from the Raiders practice squad on October 2, 2007.
we didn’t cut him!!
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 am
Just because I read it online doesn’t make it true young american. The jersey are changing despite what Mark Davis wants. He is not his father and will not fight the NFL. The whole NFL is moving to NIKE Jerseys that in itself is a uniform change. So in my own defense the uniforms are changing.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:17 am
J Heezy
You didn’t answer my ????
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:18 am
Mornin Dmac. Yeah, I love his size. But I think he’ll be long gone.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:21 am
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April 3rd, 2012 at 10:21 am
Marks hair Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:18 am
Mornin Dmac. Yeah, I love his size. But I think he’ll be long gone.
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He might be there. Ya never know.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:22 am
hwnrdr Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 am
LOL, YA…remember how big Chris Carr’s eyes would get as the ball got nearer?
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How Baltimore got two solid seasons out of that guy, I’ll never know.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:23 am
The “Nike Combat” uniforms were/are a hoax. That was established several months ago.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:23 am
The new unis look like Power Rangers meet the NFL.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:24 am
At least we fans do not have to wear them. How long does Nike get the contract?
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:24 am
Don’t you think we need another DE for depth purposes?
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No
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:24 am
343. Thats why I voted for poe:)
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:25 am
J Hill Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:24 am
Don’t you think we need another DE for depth purposes?
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No
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Fair enough J Heezy.
You need to pass that schit this way brother.
lol
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:26 am
joebravo84 Says:
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 am
Just because I read it online doesn’t make it true young american. The jersey are changing despite what Mark Davis wants. He is not his father and will not fight the NFL. The whole NFL is moving to NIKE Jerseys that in itself is a uniform change. So in my own defense the uniforms are changing.
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The league is just using a new vendor. There is a new material for the collar, a material that stretches more for the jersey, and a new waterproof material for the pants.
No different than when then NFL switched to Reebok and the design stayed the same. The uniforms will look the same as they always have. The “Combat” and “Conquest” uniform designs were a hoax – concept drawings by an independent artist.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:26 am
new post
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:27 am
I agree with Jhill in that if we roll with a 3-4 Defense, this is a solid group of DE’s
Kelly, Seymour, Bryant, Houston
just need a starter quality nose tackle …
if we go 4-3 (again) then we’ll need about 3 D-Line depth players and a few of them might already be on the roster
73 Jamie Cumbie DT
62 Hall Davis DE
95 Mason Brodine DE
97 Travis Ivey DT
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:28 am
337. Kelly couldnt stop the run in a 4-3. How can he stop it as a nt?
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:32 am
I’d vote for Chapman except I don’t see the 3-4 being our predominate D.
So…I really like Josh Robinson if he’s around. A CB with a 38.5″ vertical and he’s a backup KR there’s a lot to be said of that type of athleticism. He’s a solid pick with multiple uses.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:32 am
Rockstar:
I have to decline, thanks anyway.
April 3rd, 2012 at 10:40 am
YoungAmerican: This is a pointless conversation… We see things differently on what is considered a uniform change. I guess how I see it Nike is not Reebok and there for it’s a change. It’s like going out to by a TV they function the same but an old Zenith Tube TV isn’t a new Sony Bravia flat panel, 1080P, 3D, Blah Blah blah… The uniforms are completely revamped new necks new materials its a new uniform. Enjoy your tubed glass 1980’s television.
April 3rd, 2012 at 1:11 pm
Dave Tollefson coming back to the Silver & Black? Good Move by The Reg if he gets this done.