Off. coord. Knapp talks about second stint, Raiders talent, JaMarcus
By Steve Corkran
Monday, May 14th, 2012 at 11:05 am in Oakland Raiders.
Offensive coordinator Greg Knapp is back for a second go-round with the Raiders. Many things have changed since he left after the 2008 season, including the owner, head coach, quarterback and many of the players. Knapp spoke with the media Saturday about what he sees in this Raiders roster:
You’re back for round 2 with the Raiders. Feel strange?
“Actually Round 3 because I was a player, a wannabe player from 87 to 90. I was in the camp, a quarterback for a couple years and then a camp arm for another couple. I tell you what, I’m very excited. A big reason why I’m here is because of Reggie and D.A. and the leadership they brought to the organization, under unfortunate circumstances. There had to be some changes and I’m very excited about what they bring to the team and the organization.”
Any trepidation at all about coming back?
“It’s a totally different environment. But what is exciting is having Carson Palmer here and his experience. I heard great things about when he came in in the middle of the season and really took charge and had great leadership. I’m very excited with the guys that are returning here, one of them which I know, Darren McFadden, real well, because I was here when he was a rookie. But this young receiving corps and some young tight ends that we’re working with, it’s exciting to work with because they’re full of energy, and their eyes are open, ears are open and they really want to make themselves better pros.”
You have Carson this time. Last time you had JaMarcus.
“We had wide variety. We had JaMarcus, Daunte, Josh McCown and Andrew Walter. So it was a unique quarterback group.”
How has it been with Carson so far?
“It’s been real good since we’ve stepped in the building with Carson and Terrelle. They’ve really taken heed to the way we’re teaching this offense and the way we like it to be coached, and they want to be coached. Usually the great ones do. I’ve been lucky to be around some very good ones. The great ones want to be grinded, they want to deal with details, and both of these guys have really shown that. And we just picked up Matt Leinart. He’s someone I’ve worked closely with the last two years and trained him, so he and Terrelle will be competing for that backup spot, and Carson is real excited about learning some new stuff.”
Will it be tough for Carson to adjust to this system, having to roll out more, etc…?
“If you looked at what he did USC – he just wasn’t asked of it at Cincinnati as much as we do here – and you look at what Matt Schaub has done in this system and quarterbacks that are his size and stature, he’ll be just fine.”
Is Carson as athletic as Schaub?
“Yes. Very similar.”
Will having Leinart here help the other QBs?
“I think so. Because there’s some stuff I understand as a coordinator that, you know what, the players’ perspective might be good. And since I trained Matt a certain way to learn this offense, I know it’s going to be translated the same way to the guys that are here now. There’s some little nuances that will help make the growth a lot faster for Carson and Terrelle.”
Zone blocking scheme … You have some linemen who are familiar with that scheme. Will it be a tough transition for the line?
“Here’s my background in it. I have a very firm and a strong belief in the zone scheme. I probably have been in a very unique situation from a coaching perspective in that I’ve gone to four different places and have implemented the zone scheme or it was already implemented when I was there. So when I was in Atlanta. Warrick Dunn had his career best season, running the zone scheme. That was with Alex Gibbs. Then when I came here, Tom Cable was the O-line coach with new linemen, and Justin Fargas runs for 1,000. I go up to Seattle and Justin Forsett averages 5.4 a carry and 600 yards in half a season. Then I go to Houston – all these places ran the zone scheme – and an undrafted rookie leads the NFL in rushing. So, if you did a research project and said change all the variables and see what comes out, I’ve lived it first-hand on how much that I think the zone scheme benefits a team. And bringing Frank Pollack from Houston, who’s been trained under Alex Gibbs and John Benton the last five years, will make for a smooth transition. The guys up front will do fine. I feel confident about that.”
How is McFadden with the zone scheme? Has he accepted that well because last year he said he didn’t like the zone scheme as much?
“He’s been fine. And he had some success when he was here as a rookie. He’s very excited.”
When you came to the Raiders you were very excited ….
“I actually got the phone call when I was coaching the Pro Bowl in Hawaii that there might be a chance for an opportunity here. It gave me some time to think about it. Very excited it, and for a few reasons. No. 1, it started with what, when I sat down with D.A. and Reggie in my interview process to see what kind of direction they were focused on and how it was going to be run from a personnel and team standpoint. And that really got me excited about the infrastructure and the plan of attack to have success, long-enduring success. Secondly, having Carson Palmer here was a big plus. I heard some very good stories about him coming in mid-year and really taking charge and really doing a fine job under tough circumstances. Those two things make it exciting for a coordinator. When management supports you and you’ve got a quarterback with the experience of Carson Palmer made it real exciting to come join.”
How excited are you to be a coordinator again, back calling plays?
“Love it. I really enjoy calling plays. And I was very fortunate. Gary Kubiak in Houston was very good about taking input during the week and even on Sundays. But it’s really one of the exciting parts of my profession. On Sundays I get to play the chess game with the defensive coordinator.”
Does help the communication, save the one step?
“Yeah. In fact, I’ll be on the sideline when calling the plays, so I’ll have the communication process with the quarterback. For me, I like to give little reminders or even a positive comment – hey, great throw there, now let’s get the conversion on third down, checkdowns are fine. Little comments like that I think help manage the game for a quarterback. If I can support them in any way, I’ll do it.”
Have you always been a sideline guy as an offensive coordinator?
“I have, from a play-calling standpoint.”
What was your relationship with Dennis Allen, and how did it help you get here?
“We worked together in Atlanta for two years and got to know him real well then. But as this profession goes, sometimes you go different paths. But certainly getting the chance to work with him closely day by day for two years helped for him giving me an opportunity to come here and coach.”
Any similarities? What do you both like?
“A lot of similar beliefs. We want to be a balanced offense. We want to be able to run efficiently and get some explosive plays down the field in the pass game. The way the structure of practice is run, the way we do things preparation. All these things are something I’ve been trained on as well as he has. A lot of similar beliefs in how to operate the team.”
Q: What kind of carryover is there from your first stint here?
A: “Uniquely, if you looked at the roster, there’s only two or three guys here since the last time I was here, but there’s a lot of carryover from when I was here before from the formational standpoint and dropback. What I picked up in Houston, with Gary Kubiak and some of the play-passing keepers they do, with the zone scheme, really is exciting to implement here. With these young receivers and tight ends – the tight ends got a little bit of work to do, but the young receivers, there’s a lot of talent there. I’m excited to put them in some of the schemes that we do.”
Q: Is there any need for a veteran wide receiver such as Plaxico Burress or Terrell Owens?
A: “It’s too early to tell. We’ve only had the one vet mini camp, three days of practice. I want to get through the OTAs and get a better feel for where we’re at. Like I said, I’m real excited to see some of these young guys, once they learn some of the offense with a few more reps, to perform.”
Q: How different is the talent level now compared with your first stint?
A: “I’m very excited about it. There’s a lot more depth at the receiver spot than when I was here (before), and that excites me quite a bit. Having Zach Miller, when we brought him in, he fit in right away. So, we got a little growth to go at the tight end position. I tell you, at the running back spot, there’s more depth. I’m excited about the O-line, the young Veldheer at left tackle, moving Wisniewski inside will be very good for us. There’s some more youth up there, which is good from a sustainability and health standpoint during the season, because the season is so long. Certainly, an established quarterback is the cherry on top there, with Carson Palmer’s experience. The cupboard is definitely more full than last time.”
Q: Is the quarterback position less of an issue than when it was with JaMarcus being the starter?
A: “This may sound like a typical coach backing his players, but along with John DeFilippo, who was helping our quarterbacks coach, I was very pleased with JaMarcus’ finish in his career here. In his last six games – keep in mind, that the year that we were here, he went through three play-callers; Lane Kiffin, myself and Tom Cable. That’s tough on anybody to play. He, really, the last six games played at a pretty high level. He had almost a 90 (passer) rating. So, he wasn’t as established as Carson, but I was pleased to see the growth and, unfortunately, the staff got blown up and had to be readjusted. So, I couldn’t see the development continue.”
Q: Will there be enough carries for McFadden, Goodson and Jones?
A: “Yeah, in my background, in doing research on me, I’m a believer in you need at least two backs for a season because the durability factor is so hard. I’ve been pretty lucky to be at some places with Arian Foster and Ben Tate, back in Atlanta with Warrick Dunn and T.J. Duckett, when we were here it was Fargas and then McFadden came in. There’s a need to have two or three running backs. It will take care of itself when the season plays out. So, I’m glad we have some depth there.”
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May 14th, 2012 at 11:06 am
Ja buster? Really?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:07 am
2nd
May 14th, 2012 at 11:08 am
Thanx Corky, but I refuse to read
May 14th, 2012 at 11:10 am
As soon as I heard Ja…skid to the end!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:10 am
I got 5 on it!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:10 am
I got 5 on it!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:10 am
Naw u got 6 on it.
lol
May 14th, 2012 at 11:10 am
Frickin DMAC!!
You beat me…
May 14th, 2012 at 11:12 am
ODB,
You are a modern day hippie. lol
I want more man. I want an empire!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:12 am
come on now O . i have the house, pool , a couple cars and my Harley
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Raiders-Ravens after party at ODB’s house?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:13 am
Happiness is #1 in my book.
I just want to be happy.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:13 am
We want to be a balanced offense. We want to be able to run efficiently and get some explosive plays down the field in the pass game – GK
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thats all I wanted to hear, thanks Knapp!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:15 am
DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:12 am
come on now O . i have the house, pool , a couple cars and my Harley
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Raiders-Ravens after party at ODB’s house?
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FCKIN A !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:16 am
Raider O Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:12 am
ODB,
You are a modern day hippie. lol
I want more man. I want an empire
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lol .. you want a empire and and i have a compound !! lol lol lol
May 14th, 2012 at 11:16 am
according to Knapp we have “depth” at RB!
I guess we aren’t going to sign Benson or Grant, then?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Went to go see Avengers over the weekend. Pretty nice flick. Never knew that Tim Lincecum played Loki.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Happiness= Green Party !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:18 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:16 am
according to Knapp we have “depth” at RB!
I guess we aren’t going to sign Benson or Grant, then?
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Maybe he’s happy with Goodson, Miller, etc. Remember that he’s seeing them in practice and we’re not.
Or maybe Reggie IS interested in bringing in another vet, but only at the vet minimum. If this is the case, then we can’t appear desperate.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:19 am
R8ER MIKE Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Happiness= Green Party !!!
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As President of the Green Party, I will make sure that all Americans are happy.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:21 am
Q: Is the quarterback position less of an issue than when it was with JaMarcus being the starter?
A: “This may sound like a typical coach backing his players, but along with John DeFilippo, who was helping our quarterbacks coach, I was very pleased with JaMarcus’ finish in his career here. In his last six games – keep in mind, that the year that we were here, he went through three play-callers; Lane Kiffin, myself and Tom Cable. That’s tough on anybody to play. He, really, the last six games played at a pretty high level. He had almost a 90 (passer) rating. So, he wasn’t as established as Carson, but I was pleased to see the growth and, unfortunately, the staff got blown up and had to be readjusted. So, I couldn’t see the development continue.”
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Hey I know it ain’t cool to pile on a dude that’s down. It’s cool everyone wants to put a cherry on top the piece of crap situation that JaBustus was in.
The bottom line is, no matter what is said however about the physical tools of JaDonut he nothing upstairs that would translate, to anyone, the ability to lead a group of men playing a kid’s game.
That’s the thing I’ll never figure out. How did Al Davis decide to scratch this kid 39 million after hearing him speak for the first time?
The first time I heard JaWalrus speak I knew the Raiders were in trouble. OK, now that I got that off my chest anybody want a shot of the “purple”?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:21 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 10:02 am
How did you cook the meat anyways?
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@HB
haven’t cooked any yet. I just breasted it out, cut it up and threw it in the freezer.
I usually bread it & fry it like chicken
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Soak it in this, it is awesome on Wild Turkey:
1 c of Soy
1 fat tbl ground Ginger
1/2 c sesame oil
1/2 c brown sugar
1/2 c water
As many chopped up Garlic cloves you like.
Let marinade over night or at least 4 hours
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
BBQ directly over WHITE HOT coals for about 5-10 per side depending on thickness.
Do not over cook it, it doesn’t take long.
Try this on deer, try adding green onion too.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:24 am
It’s my day off. I told my boss however I might be in today for a few hours. However, I’m contemplating getting stoned, doing my laundry and talkin’ Raider football for a bit.
What would you guys do?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:25 am
Raidernationdave Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:24 am
It’s my day off. I told my boss however I might be in today for a few hours. However, I’m contemplating getting stoned, doing my laundry and talkin’ Raider football for a bit.
What would you guys do?
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Keep your day off. You’ve earned it.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Thanks DMAC…yes I have.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Maybe he’s happy with Goodson, Miller, etc. Remember that he’s seeing them in practice and we’re not.
Or maybe Reggie IS interested in bringing in another vet, but only at the vet minimum. If this is the case, then we can’t appear desperate.
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good point, Duck!
gotta bank of the fact DMAC will miss 6-10 games this year and just hope he doesn’t miss any.
RB trio of Jones, Goodson & Miller doesn’t strike fear into our opponents
May 14th, 2012 at 11:27 am
Q: Is the quarterback position less of an issue than when it was with JaMarcus being the starter?
A: “This may sound like a typical coach backing his players, but along with John DeFilippo, who was helping our quarterbacks coach, I was very pleased with JaMarcus’ finish in his career here. In his last six games – keep in mind, that the year that we were here, he went through three play-callers; Lane Kiffin, myself and Tom Cable. That’s tough on anybody to play. He, really, the last six games played at a pretty high level. He had almost a 90 (passer) rating. So, he wasn’t as established as Carson, but I was pleased to see the growth and, unfortunately, the staff got blown up and had to be readjusted. So, I couldn’t see the development continue.”
May 14th, 2012 at 11:28 am
nice recipe, Raccoon.
sounds good!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:29 am
Laundry, bong hits, Raider football talk….a great day off!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:30 am
No big deal, just an FYI
The Futures so bright, I gotta wear shades
was a song by Timbuk3
not ZZ top
AND
I am really hoping Taiwan BREAKS out like Sproles!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:33 am
Raidernationdave Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:21 am
That’s the thing I’ll never figure out. How did Al Davis decide to scratch this kid 39 million after hearing him speak for the first time?
The first time I heard JaWalrus speak I knew the Raiders were in trouble. OK, now that I got that off my chest anybody want a shot of the “purple”?
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“Those people’ were saying the same thing about
Reggie McKenzie right after his hiring press conference.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:34 am
Not Sold on Knapp but who gives a f’ck about what he has to say? And why would you even waste ink on what he has to talk about especially about Ja bustus. Knapp better be worried about his job because he was not good when he was first here. Jamrcus is a BUST!! Get over it knapp
May 14th, 2012 at 11:35 am
16.DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Went to go see Avengers over the weekend. Pretty nice flick. Never knew that Tim Lincecum played Loki.
LMAO!!!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:35 am
Hulk smash little guy!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:35 am
@Kell
if Jared Lorenzen was black and had $30 million, you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between him & Russell.
But the Hefty Lefty played 4 years in the league and JaWalrus only played 3 – plus he never had a Codeine syrup “incident”
May 14th, 2012 at 11:37 am
The Futures so bright, I gotta wear shades
was a song by Timbuk3
not ZZ top
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thanks, Judge
you’re right. I was thinking about “cheap sunglasses” , I think
May 14th, 2012 at 11:37 am
hwnrdr Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:35 am
Hulk smash little guy!
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Classic!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Went to go see Avengers over the weekend. Pretty nice flick. Never knew that Tim Lincecum played Loki
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I thought it was a pretty good flick. Hulk was definetley amusing.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:40 am
Raiders coach Dennis Allen named NT Travis Ivey when asked about players sticking out at offseason workouts so far.
Ivey, 25, is a 6-foot-4, 341-pound nose tackle, and Oakland is looking for an anchor for its new 3-4 fronts. “He’s a big powerful guy inside who has the ability to be a good run-stopping player,” said Allen. “We’ll see where we’re at when we get through camp and see if he’s good enough to make the team.”
May 14th, 2012 at 11:40 am
“Yeah. In fact, I’ll be on the sideline when calling the plays, so I’ll have the communication process with the quarterback. For me, I like to give little reminders or even a positive comment – hey, great throw there, now let’s get the conversion on third down, check downs are fine. Little comments like that I think help manage the game for a quarterback. If I can support them in any way, I’ll do it.”
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You guys could learn a little from our new coordinator. This blog could use some of his “Little Positive Comments” in supporting each other.
For example: Sully. You make a well thought out and excellent point. With that said you should jump on your sisters Moped, crank that sucker up to 30 mph and run your face into a pitch fork.
But thank you for your insightful comment! Bravo.
(Always end with a positive)
May 14th, 2012 at 11:40 am
why was Hulk going bananas at first, then suddenly became very controlled & helpful??
May 14th, 2012 at 11:41 am
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:21 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 10:02 am
How did you cook the meat anyways?
***
@HB
haven’t cooked any yet. I just breasted it out, cut it up and threw it in the freezer.
I usually bread it & fry it like chicken
::::::::::
Soak it in this, it is awesome on Wild Turkey:
1 c of Soy
1 fat tbl ground Ginger
1/2 c sesame oil
1/2 c brown sugar
1/2 c water
As many chopped up Garlic cloves you like.
Let marinade over night or at least 4 hours
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
BBQ directly over WHITE HOT coals for about 5-10 per side depending on thickness.
Do not over cook it, it doesn’t take long.
Try this on deer, try adding green onion too.
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sounds good, although that seems like a lot of seasame oil.
May 14th, 2012 at 11:42 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:40 am
why was Hulk going bananas at first, then suddenly became very controlled & helpful??
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ask Bill Romanowski
May 14th, 2012 at 11:42 am
You guys could learn a little from our new coordinator. This blog could use some of his “Little Positive Comments” in supporting each other.
For example: Sully. You make a well thought out and excellent point. With that said you should jump on your sisters Moped, crank that sucker up to 30 mph and run your face into a pitch fork.
But thank you for your insightful comment! Bravo.
(Always end with a positive)
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LMFAO !! this has to be post of the day !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:43 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:35 am
@Kell
if Jared Lorenzen was black and had $30 million, you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between him & Russell.
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Man, “you people” see everything through a racial prism
May 14th, 2012 at 11:47 am
You guys could learn a little from our new coordinator. This blog could use some of his “Little Positive Comments” in supporting each other.
For example: Sully. You make a well thought out and excellent point. With that said you should jump on your sisters Moped, crank that sucker up to 30 mph and run your face into a pitch fork.
But thank you for your insightful comment! Bravo.
(Always end with a positive)
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marvelous
May 14th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Lorenzen was working as the GM of the Northern Kentucky River Monsters of the Ultimate Indoor Football League when he decided to return to football. Despite being well over 300 lbs at the time, Lorenzen resigned as GM to become the teams starting quarterback. Lorenzen had highly successful return to football, by turning in a MVP Season
Lorenzen was hired on March, 23, 2010 to become the Quarterbacks coach at his alma mater, Highlands High School, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. In addition, he will be the General Manager of the Northern Kentucky River Monsters, who played their inaugural season in 2011 at the Bank of Kentucky Center. After the 2011 UIFL season, Lorenzen was named Commissioner of the UIFL
-WIKI
Nevermind.
Pillsbury Throwboy > JaWalrus
May 14th, 2012 at 11:49 am
Who is this JaMarcus?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:49 am
ask Bill Romanowski
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LOL!!
May 14th, 2012 at 11:50 am
Who is this JaMarcus?
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@LMN
Mrs Butterworth in the form of an NFL QB
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Alright A.M. Crew:
Rabbit & Turkey shoot in the Podunk classic this Saturday, who’s in?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/14/mcnabb-dropping-weight-in-comeback-attempt/
McNabb lost 20 lbs and Vince Young still got a job before he did??
btw, When does that bidding war start for Russell’s services??
May 14th, 2012 at 11:58 am
You have Carson this time. Last time you had JaMarcus.
“We had wide variety. We had JaMarcus, Daunte, Josh McCown and Andrew Walter. So it was a unique quarterback group.”
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“unique” lol
May 14th, 2012 at 11:58 am
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Alright A.M. Crew:
Rabbit & Turkey shoot in the Podunk classic this Saturday, who’s in?
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Can I shoot my .45?
May 14th, 2012 at 11:59 am
DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:58 am
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Alright A.M. Crew:
Rabbit & Turkey shoot in the Podunk classic this Saturday, who’s in?
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Can I shoot my .45?
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can i drive my Camry ??
May 14th, 2012 at 12:00 pm
LMAo^^^
May 14th, 2012 at 12:00 pm
33.Raider O Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 10:15 am
RR,
I said he knows the value of a TE. Miller was a beast when Knapp was here, and Houston’s TE was their most consistent weapon behind Johnson and Foster.
^^^^^^^
I hope Knapp does. Remmember people, he wasn’t the play caller in Houston, he was just the QB coach. Let’s hope he doesn’t play it too conservative or too predictable.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Hey Mike, that would be considered cheating!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Knapp, you will be the scapegoat if the offense goes backwards…..mark my words.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/14/mcnabb-dropping-weight-in-comeback-attempt/
McNabb lost 20 lbs and Vince Young still got a job before he did??
btw, When does that bidding war start for Russell’s services??
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Never. RaiderDebo’s currently crying into his pillow over it.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:58 am
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Alright A.M. Crew:
Rabbit & Turkey shoot in the Podunk classic this Saturday, who’s in?
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Can I shoot my .45?
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You’ll have to clear that with Podunk Tourney officials
May 14th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
hwnrdr Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Hey Mike, that would be considered cheating!
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if your not cheating your not trying !!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
61.R8ER MIKE Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
hwnrdr Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Hey Mike, that would be considered cheating!
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if your not cheating your not trying !!
Ahhh…good ol’ Madden!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
lol.. yeah well i am old too !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Dakota Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Knapp, you will be the scapegoat if the offense goes backwards…..mark my words.
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Ahhhhhh yeah.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:08 pm
ODB’s Camry = Christine?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
64.KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Dakota Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Knapp, you will be the scapegoat if the offense goes backwards…..mark my words.
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Ahhhhhh yeah.
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lol, should I put my Captain Obvious hat on?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
DMAC Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:08 pm
ODB’s Camry = Christine?
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lol … guess you could say that !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
HUGE LA KING NEWS, BLOG BRAHS
Yo, your boy Beeech Diggity woke up in a sweet mood. First he got a hummer from a slightly overweight stripper, pounded a Yoshinoya Beef Bowl, then took a 20 minute duece with soy sauce aroma
Gonna get hella high today and am making myself available to answer YOUR LA Kings questions
I’m also here to help you dudes with your party problems and how to score more babes. Kinda like Corky chat, only with a much more tanned bro slam
Once in a lifetime shot to get valuable info from the Beeeech Diggity, don’t blow it goobers. Dem phone lines are open, whut whut
HELLA HELLA TIGHT DISSIN’ RAPPERS IN MID FLIGHT
May 14th, 2012 at 12:16 pm
Knapp, you will be the scapegoat if the offense goes backwards…..mark my words.
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Ahhhhhh yeah.
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lol, should I put my Captain Obvious hat on?
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and ruin that beautiful mullet?…never!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
Lol Beecher…even I think that post was funny hahahahahaha….too bad NY Rangers gonna win Lord Stanley this year…but a LA NY stanley cup final who knew?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:33 am
“Those people’ were saying the same thing about
Reggie McKenzie right after his hiring press conference.
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Couple of things KK.
1) Reggie doesn’t appear to me, in the limited settings I have seen him (you know, pressers on vid) a man given to Codeine syrup. Just a guess.
2) RMac appears, from what many have commented on, to have done a fairly good job in hiring a quality dude as a head coach.
3) Rmac and team did a fairly decent job in a draft where they essentially had two picks and 3 gift’s. They traded for another. The Raiders picked up two kids that have a legitimate shot at being starters (Criner & Burris).
4) There appears to be a consensus brewing that RMac & Co. have brought much needed direction and focus to a situation crying out for it with the passing of AD & the incompetence of HueJax (Props to him for bringing in CP3 – hopefully Oaktown drafts 20th or higher next time).
5)RMac is a pupil of Ron Wolf. The same Ron Wolf that was a GM during the hey day years of the 70’s. Built a winner in Green Bay. Reggie watched. Reggie listened. Reggie learned.
Bottom line is that this is all on Rmac and he just got started. Give the man 3 years. In 3 years, if the Raiders still suck and show no sign of improvement, can him.
In 3 years KK I think you’ll be enjoying a nice, ice-cold glass of STFU sweetheart!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
Dutch….dakota will be so mad after okc dismantles the fake show…his mullet will turn into a high top fade
May 14th, 2012 at 12:20 pm
Wassup B?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:21 pm
Travis Ivey you have my support…..down with Tommy Faily or hopeful he gets a high ankle sprain
May 14th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
And plaxico burress you can come to Oakland and we can get rid of Louis Sorry Ass Murphy
May 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
@ Beeech Dawg
what separates the blog brahs from the blog nerds??
May 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
There were people in this blog, who made disparaging comments about Reggie McKenzies speech, right after his hiring press conference.
You were probably one of them, Dave.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
72.Method To My Madness Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
Dutch….dakota will be so mad after okc dismantles the fake show…his mullet will turn into a high top fade
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My high top fade days are now behind me….if I tried that now a bird might nest in the bald spot.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:25 pm
Travis Ivey you have my support
Sincerely,
McDonalds dollar menu
May 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Dmeezles…shiiiiiiet…preparing for my mother to come in town next week from florida…cousin gettin married to seyi Ajirotutu…wedding is open bar in Pleasanton….huah! D d d d d donut!……I will talk major schit to ryan matthews cuz he is the best man…plus mike goodson and lamar houston will be there so ima ask a few questions as ya know…all while having my raider shirt underneath….steve smith and cam newton may come so I will talk schit to them too….I believe lonyae miller will be there too
May 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
LOL @ Dakota’s mullet !!
nice one Dutch & ROG
May 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
With all due respects R8ER Mike this is the post of the day.
La Milicia Negra Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:49 am
Who is this JaMarcus?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Thanks for your LA Kings query, Brian the Genital
A Kings/Rangers finals would be epic and feature the 2 hottest teams going into the playoffs. Plus I’d get to write some hot diss raps shooting down the East Coast
Bring on the Border War, booyah
However for the Silver & Black On Ice to get through the Coyotes, Swift must continue his dominance and our forwards grind out tough goals.
Yo, shout out to Kelly Hrudey and the Class of ‘92, big ups
May 14th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:50 am
Who is this JaMarcus?
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@LMN
Mrs Butterworth in the form of an NFL QB
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hmm if you say so, I pride myself for being able to remember most raiders players, but this JaMarcus I cant remember..
May 14th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
@ ROG
whatchoo gonna say to Miller, Goodson & Houston ??
May 14th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
Method To My Madness Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Dmeezles…shiiiiiiet…preparing for my mother to come in town next week from florida…cousin gettin married to seyi Ajirotutu…wedding is open bar in Pleasanton….huah! D d d d d donut!……I will talk major schit to ryan matthews cuz he is the best man…plus mike goodson and lamar houston will be there so ima ask a few questions as ya know…all while having my raider shirt underneath….steve smith and cam newton may come so I will talk schit to them too….I believe lonyae miller will be there too
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Make sure You tell Mathews not to fumble dem bottles.
Tell Lamar DMAC said wassup.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:30 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
There were people in this blog, who made disparaging comments about Reggie McKenzies speech, right after his hiring press conference.
You were probably one of them, Dave.
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What’s wrong with RMac’s speech numb-nuts?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
I pride myself for being able to remember most raiders players
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@Lmn
who was the awesome WR we drafted in the 3rd round out of UTEP a few years ago??
May 14th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
Gotta bounce.
Ya’ll players be safe.
Peace!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
see ya hippie!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
RRS…me and Ivey will have problems if he ever fks with my McDees game!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:33 pm
@Lmn
who was the awesome WR we drafted in the 3rd round out of UTEP a few years ago??
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Johnny Lee Higgins
May 14th, 2012 at 12:33 pm
Get ODB off the road before he ends wildlife in this country. All that damage witj a camry?! Imagine what he can do with a hummer!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:33 pm
RRS lol….johnnie lee higgins…how funny
May 14th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
Johnny Lee Higgins
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oh yeah, thanks Dave.
re-sign JLH!!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
RR, it’s pretty simple -
Blog Brahs are down with the Beeech Diggity and have joined the 2 Kewl 4 Skool Awesome Bro Fan Club
Blog Nerds are those that love gettin’ dissed by the Beeech Diggity and are part of his group of loyal, humble minions.
This includes but is not limited to -
1) KrappyRat
2) Peemore Bust
3) SamBorg The Uber Goober
4) Albert Bigelo Puss (although he can gain entrance into the Blog Brahs club if he publicly disavows Madden Retard on the blog as his lord and savior)
5) Madden Retard
6) Nnamdi Num Nums
May 14th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
@ROG
me and Ivey will have problems if he ever gets McBust55 trucked by a fullback
May 14th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
B & LMN,
You People need to post more often. Good to have you back.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
Beeech Dawg,
thanks for clearing that up!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
ROG & LMN,
You People need to post more often. Good to have you back.
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co-signed!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
I pride myself for being able to remember most raiders players
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@Lmn
who was the awesome WR we drafted in the 3rd round out of UTEP a few years ago??
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give me a minute..
Jennifer Leigh Hewitt? is that right?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:38 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
Johnny Lee Higgins
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oh yeah, thanks Dave.
re-sign JLH!!
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JLH was lighting fast.
Catching a football? Eh.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:39 pm
RRS…….I’m gonna ask about new regime…new players…and also new wrinkles and how it is with mckenzie and what type of guy is dennis allen
May 14th, 2012 at 12:39 pm
B,
Will Condo be the Ring Girl at the wedding?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
La Milicia Negra Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
@Lmn
who was the awesome WR we drafted in the 3rd round out of UTEP a few years ago??
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give me a minute..
Jennifer Leigh Hewitt? is that right?
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Jennifer Love Hewitt. Get it right!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:41 pm
Jennifer Leigh Hewitt?
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@LMN
Jennifer Love Hewitt never played for the Raiders
May 14th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
B,why don’t you get on their good side by telling them how you hate 3/4 of the players on the team and wish they’d get injured?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Trade DMAC for Carlos Francis!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Beecher…u gonna start up the coastal feud again? Are u ready to battle Nas and Jay z?
May 14th, 2012 at 12:43 pm
Forget Plax Im looking for Criner to make L Murphy a footnote.
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Method To My Madness Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
And plaxico burress you can come to Oakland and we can get rid of Louis Sorry Ass Murphy
May 14th, 2012 at 12:43 pm
Will Condo be the Ring Girl at the wedding?
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ring girl?
I think it’s ring bearer or flower girl, BSJ
and I think he could long snap either one!!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
Don’t be stupid you moron.
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Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Trade DMAC for Carlos Francis!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
Lefty I for sure will not bite my tongue…never have and never will…don’t believe me? Ask dick vitale…thanks for your concern cuz I’m especially gonna tell Lamarr how I feel
May 14th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
I’m gonna ask about new regime…new players…and also new wrinkles and how it is with mckenzie and what type of guy is dennis allen
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@ROG
ask how we’re gonna stuff the run in 2012 !!
May 14th, 2012 at 12:45 pm
I’m down for criner…not murphy tho
May 14th, 2012 at 12:46 pm
I think it’s ring bearer or flower girl, BSJ
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Flowers then. That clown Condo will never get near a ring.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
HairyBush Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:41 am
The Realist Dirty Raccoon Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:21 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 10:02 am
How did you cook the meat anyways?
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@HB
haven’t cooked any yet. I just breasted it out, cut it up and threw it in the freezer.
I usually bread it & fry it like chicken
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Soak it in this, it is awesome on Wild Turkey:
1 c of Soy
1 fat tbl ground Ginger
1/2 c sesame oil
1/2 c brown sugar
1/2 c water
As many chopped up Garlic cloves you like.
Let marinade over night or at least 4 hours
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
BBQ directly over WHITE HOT coals for about 5-10 per side depending on thickness.
Do not over cook it, it doesn’t take long.
Try this on deer, try adding green onion too.
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sounds good, although that seems like a lot of seasame oil.
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Yeah, but you’ll see it’s not. Adjust it to the amount of meat you are gonna cook. It’s great on Quail, Dove, Rabbit, Squirrle…
Try throwing some Alder chips on the side of the coals for a great smoke flavor.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
ahh okay Jennifer LOVE hewitt.. never played for raiders you said, I was sure it was it, well anyhoo Jennifer Love Hewitt might have better hands =)
May 14th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
That clown Condo will never get near a ring
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@BSJ
you never know, that clown Ron Artest won a ring with the Lakers a few years ago.. although I’m sure it will be his last
May 14th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
If Ron Artest wasn’t a BBall player what would he be ?
A-Occupier
B-Homeless
C-Drug dealer
May 14th, 2012 at 12:53 pm
@ Mr Brown
Artest = democrat. nuff said
May 14th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
BrownStains, you’re such a bottom feeder.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
Whew…let the hate begin! LOL
May 14th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
La Milicia Negra Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
ahh okay Jennifer LOVE hewitt.. never played for raiders you said, I was sure it was it, well anyhoo Jennifer Love Hewitt might have better hands =)
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Who’d ya rather have holding your sausage.
May 14th, 2012 at 12:59 pm
KK…How does RMac speak again? You never did explain that one to me.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:00 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 11:33 am
“Those people’ were saying the same thing about
Reggie McKenzie right after his hiring press conference.
+++++++++++++++
Couple of things KK.
1) Reggie doesn’t appear to me, in the limited settings I have seen him (you know, pressers on vid) a man given to Codeine syrup. Just a guess.
2) RMac appears, from what many have commented on, to have done a fairly good job in hiring a quality dude as a head coach.
3) Rmac and team did a fairly decent job in a draft where they essentially had two picks and 3 gift’s. They traded for another. The Raiders picked up two kids that have a legitimate shot at being starters (Criner & Burris).
4) There appears to be a consensus brewing that RMac & Co. have brought much needed direction and focus to a situation crying out for it with the passing of AD & the incompetence of HueJax (Props to him for bringing in CP3 – hopefully Oaktown drafts 20th or higher next time).
5)RMac is a pupil of Ron Wolf. The same Ron Wolf that was a GM during the hey day years of the 70’s. Built a winner in Green Bay. Reggie watched. Reggie listened. Reggie learned.
Bottom line is that this is all on Rmac and he just got started. Give the man 3 years. In 3 years, if the Raiders still suck and show no sign of improvement, can him.
In 3 years KK I think you’ll be enjoying a nice, ice-cold glass of STFU sweetheart!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:30 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
There were people in this blog, who made disparaging comments about Reggie McKenzies speech, right after his hiring press conference.
You were probably one of them, Dave.
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What’s wrong with RMac’s speech numb-nuts?
May 14th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
And you hate name calling.
lol
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KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
BrownStains, you’re such a bottom feeder.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Obviously.
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RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:53 pm
@ Mr Brown
Artest = democrat. nuff said
May 14th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Who’d ya rather have holding your sausage
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@Dave
Jen Hewitt is 33 years old. best days are clearly behind her. She’s been with some major douches like Carson Daly, John Mayer, and Jamie Kennedy.
I’ll just stick with my wife, thanks
May 14th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Dakota Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Knapp, you will be the scapegoat if the offense goes backwards…..mark my words.
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This is true. If the team averages even as little as a point less than last season, Knapp has failed, and will easily become the scape goat. He better have the offense ready. Personally, just based on what we were able to do last season, with limited health, if we don’t have a top 5 offense this season, Im looking dead at Knapp, but those are just my standards and expectations for the season. A lot of this teams success is going to live/die on what Knapp is able to do with the offense, and I can not see one excuse or reason as to why we shouldnt automatically be better than last seasons offense. Knapp has officially been on my hot seat since he was hired. Im willing to see what he can do this time around, but its gonna be All Eyes On Knapp for a lot of Raiders fans this season.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:06 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Who’d ya rather have holding your sausage
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wonder if she will work it like a playdoh snake ??
May 14th, 2012 at 1:06 pm
Ahhh, so many wingnuts losing their mind lately…
RRS, Artest? No comparison to Condo at all. In fact, Condo could use a little more testosterone. That Castro bob cut isn’t a good look for him or the team.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Condo = Ashton Kutcher of the NFL
May 14th, 2012 at 1:10 pm
Yo, got hella high off some dirt week I found in my blender and decided to warm up for the possible Border War with the Rangers with this hella sweet diss rap
Imagine Beyonce, Larry David and Spike Lee are all sitting on a park bench in Central Park about to get SERVED
Yo, New York, the puck’s coming atchu, better duck,
The Kings gonna smoke ya and oh yeah – RENT sucked
Your expensive clubs are a total scam
In LA I go clubbin’ and mack on Lindsey Lohan
AH NO HE DIDN’T
May 14th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
JPMorgan investment chief out…JPMorgan Chase announced Monday that Ina Drew, the firm’s chief investment officer, has left the bank after revelations of a $2 billion loss sustained over the past six weeks.
Drew is in line to receive $14.7 million severance in the form of stock, $2.6 million in pension benefits and almost $10 million in deferred compensation, according to Theo Francis, a senior reporter at footnoted.com, a website that specializes in SEC filings.
Seems fair?
May 14th, 2012 at 1:21 pm
Condo could use a little more testosterone. That Castro bob cut isn’t a good look for him or the team.
Condo = Ashton Kutcher of the NFL
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Artest = NBA’s version of Vince Young. 2 cent brain
May 14th, 2012 at 1:22 pm
I heard Jon Condo is a Sergeant Major in the Marines!!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:23 pm
Darren McFadden = first sergeant, obviously
May 14th, 2012 at 1:26 pm
Jon Condo = John Estrada (2003-2007)
BSJ = Erik Estrada (1978-1982)
May 14th, 2012 at 1:27 pm
Good article, Steve. Thanks a lot. Boy am I getting excited!!!! Go Raiders!!!!!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
What’s good, folks? BSJ still on the campaign trail to smear Condo? Top searches that come up when you type Jon Condi into google are ‘Jon Condo salary’ and ‘Jon Condo contract’. So either BSJ is obsessing and that’s his doing, or there are others hat share his concern.
Condo = Pro Bowl long snapper
Lecher = Pro Bowl punter, fake QB extraordinaire
Jano = Pro Bowl turkey leg
Raiders special teams = money every time!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:38 pm
How has it been with Carson so far?
“It’s been real good since we’ve stepped in the building with Carson and Terrelle. They’ve really taken heed to the way we’re teaching this offense and the way we like it to be coached, and they want to be coached. Usually the great ones do. I’ve been lucky to be around some very good ones. The great ones want to be grinded, they want to deal with details, and both of these guys have really shown that. And we just picked up Matt Leinart. He’s someone I’ve worked closely with the last two years and trained him, so he and Terrelle will be competing for that backup spot, and Carson is real excited about learning some new stuff.”
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
TP is in a great situation with us. No pressure to start, has time to develop, and we do have good coaches (Knapp and Saunders).
May 14th, 2012 at 1:38 pm
Raiders special teams = money every time!
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@ Banana
as far as kickoffs, punts & perfect snapping?? Agreed
we could use a better kick/punt returner though and our coverage units aren’t very good imo
ST studs like Sam Williams, Bruce Davis II, Ricky Brown & Hiram Eugene have been told to kick rocks and we haven’t really replaced them.
Ford = good return man, when healthy* (always that asterisk) also fumbles more than I’d like him to
May 14th, 2012 at 1:39 pm
TP is Al Davis’ last pick.
I miss AL.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:41 pm
Go Buckeyes!!
Go Aztecs!!
Damn you Mich!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:41 pm
RRS – yeah, that’s true. We need a pinch runner for Seabass
May 14th, 2012 at 1:44 pm
Jamarcus is one of the biggest turdburgers in sports history, but not becuz of a lack of physical skills.
What Knapp is talking about (for those who were able tostomach reading past the 1st mention of Russell) is those last few games in 2008.
To say Russell finished with SIX strong outings is a stretch.
He DID however finish with THREE “decent” games that season. His three best of his diastrous career.
If you recall, he threw for 242 yds. and a couple td’s against NE in 49-26 loss, then had a good game in a win against Houston on the road and he helped lead us back down 2 td’s against Tampa and Gruden (on the road) in a game that knocked Tampa out of the playoffs and cost Jon Gruden his job. Bush’s 177 yds.on the ground that day didn’t hurt either.
It was at that point I thought there might just be some hope for the hapless pigskin hurler…but then 2009 came and the rest is monumental bust history.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:45 pm
we could use a better kick/punt returner though and our coverage units aren’t very good imo
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Ford is one of the best return men in the league.It would be difficult to get anyone much better.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:45 pm
Burris = Aztec
TP = Buckeye aka Wolverine Killer!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:47 pm
Ford is one of the best kick returners, but can he return punts too? I’m glad the kid can catch too. He is a good weapon.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:49 pm
149.lefty12 Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 1:45 pm
we could use a better kick/punt returner though and our coverage units aren’t very good imo
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Ford is one of the best return men in the league.It would be difficult to get anyone much better.
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IMO that’s excactly what Reggie and DA have in mind for Ford…kick returner primarily, and I think that is wise of them.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:49 pm
As for breaking down, he’s a Ford, what do you expect?
May 14th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
I’d like to see Ford given both punt and KO return duties.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:52 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Who’d ya rather have holding your sausage
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@Dave
Jen Hewitt is 33 years old. best days are clearly behind her. She’s been with some major douches like Carson Daly, John Mayer, and Jamie Kennedy.
I’ll just stick with my wife, thanks
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Having had neither Jennifer Love Hewitt or your wife I wouldn’t be much of a judge frankly. I’m stoned. My imagination took over.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
DutchRaider77
I trade the FOREX market its what I do so I follow these kinds of things very close as big banks are what moves that market.
Basically there is no oversight into how big banks invest their money and when they are on the wrong side of a trade they can get hurt real bad because of this.
This was evident during the housing collapse, everyone looked the other way when they were buying up bad debt until the bubble burst.
Similarly this is what is now happening except its not home loans its even riskier investments and guess what they got caught with their pants down and there is nothing anyone can do about it because again,, there is no one regulating how they invest OUR money.
The SEC needs to step in here because the CEO saying “Sorry” we made a mistake is not good enough to the stock holders of Chase.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
I’d like to see Ford given both punt and KO return duties.
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Never understood why JMAC said that JLH was too small to return kickoffs, but Ford is big enough…remember we had a fullback returnig kicks.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:55 pm
We need a pinch runner for Seabass
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that hoss doesn’t need to run. He’ll boot it thru the endzone every time.
May 14th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
As for breaking down, he’s a Ford, what do you expect?
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LOL!
good one, Banana
May 14th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Not even close.
Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Condo = Ashton Kutcher of the NFL
May 14th, 2012 at 1:58 pm
remember we had a fullback returnig kicks
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re-sign Gary Russell!
May 14th, 2012 at 1:58 pm
@Silverandblack666
Did you read the “Big Short,” if so, did you think it accurate?
May 14th, 2012 at 2:01 pm
have a good night NATION .. i am out to do some cold beers and some sticky buds !!!
May 14th, 2012 at 2:03 pm
Yo Brahs
Since I just launched my new stand up comedy caree – Insane in the Beeech Brain – thought I’d drop a few awesome ones on Jamarcus
Been working on these the last 45 mins during my bubble bath, check it:
What does Jamarcus have after a night of heavy drinking and intercourse with nappy hos?
Purple Drank Stank (on his pee pee)
What does Jamarcus take for indigestion after eating 16 Big Macs?
TUBS (get it, not TUMS, but TUBS because he’s so fat)
What does JR like to eat for breakfast?
A Jamarcus Waffle
Keep in mind that all of these jokes will be 10x more hilarious at the Improv when the sold out crowd is all warmed up on my opening acts
May 14th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
I give Raiders.com some credit. They don’t seem to be paranoid about information or holding grudges..way more open imo.
Just the fact that Knapp was able to mention Tom Cable’s name…in a non-negative light, shows that it’s new era of non-censored information at Alameda.
I can go the site and not think i’m reading overly sanitized information.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
I’m not worried about our offense. I’m worried about our CBs, ability to rush the passer, and importantly our inability to stop the run.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:06 pm
Cristo Bilukidi DT:
In every rookie’s quest to make an NFL team, there are physical, mental and emotional hurdles he must clear before he gets to see his name in lights, or at least in a nameplate above an NFL locker.
He has to be able to hold his own on the field and not get pushed around or run by. And he has to be able to understand a playbook and his assignments, as well as deal with the highs and low blows to his confidence.
Raiders rookie defensive tackle Christo Bilukidi knows all that, and he has a step on the other 59 players who gathered at the team’s rookie minicamp over the weekend.
Raiders rookie defensive tackle Christo Bilukidi knows all that, and he has a step on the other 59 players who gathered at the team’s rookie minicamp over the weekend.
The sixth-round pick out of Georgia State stands 6-foot-5, weighs 311 pounds, ran a 4.9-second 40-yard dash and changes directions well. He can match up with NFL players Monday.
“Definitely,” Bilukidi said. “I am a tall guy. As long as I stay low and keep leverage, I will always have a chance at winning.”
Bilukidi is the first player in Georgia State’s short two-year history to be drafted by an NFL team, and neither he nor coach Bill Curry was surprised. Curry played 10 years in the NFL and then coached at Georgia Tech, Alabama and Kentucky, so he knew what he was looking for when he watched the game tape from Eastern Arizona Junior College, where Bilukidi was playing, three years ago.
“The first time I ever saw him, I knew he physically had the opportunity to make the NFL,” Curry said in a phone interview. “I was very, very impressed. He had the size, and he could run. He just had to get stronger and be more consistent.”
And … learn a little more about how to play football.
A native of Angola, Bilukidi lived in France and Brazil before his family moved to Canada. He was a basketball player and didn’t try football until his senior year in high school. He liked the contact and kept playing at Eastern Arizona.
“I worked very hard at it, and after my junior year I realized I had a chance to play in the NFL if I kept listening to my coaches and kept getting stronger,” Bilukidi said.
He had 10 sacks and 89 tackles in his two seasons with Georgia State, and was drafted by both the NFL and the Canadian Football League (in the third round).
“He is still a project, but he is a very special human being,” Curry said. “He speaks fluent French, and he is graduating with a degree in sociology.”
Bilukidi received his diploma May 6.
“He still has to mature as a player, but more importantly, he is a mature man,” Curry said. “He is a quick learner, he is very bright, and he learned how to be a good leader for us last season. And he works hard and he is tough.”
Bilukidi, 22, indeed worked very hard Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
“(Friday) it seemed so fast, but I am getting my second wind back and getting in football shape,” he said. “The pace was a tough transition for a lot of rookies. It was the first time in my life I was sore without working in pads.”
Veterans start coming in for organized workouts Monday, and Bilukidi plans to stick close to defensive tackles Richard Seymour and Tommy Kelly and soak up everything like a sponge.
He acknowledges that he might be behind other rookies in one regard because of the level of competition at Georgia State, but he believes that people should look for him at the finish line.
(And there does seem to be a spot for Bilukidi on the roster, with veteran run-stopper John Henderson no longer with the team.)
“Because of my athleticism and my height and my size, I’ll be able to do whatever anybody else on the D-line is doing,” Bilukidi said. “Like I said, I’m a fast learner and I’m athletic at the same time.
“I am just taking the first steps and doing everything I can to be successful.”
New guy: Former Jaguars tackle Kevin Haslam tweeted that he signed with the Raiders. His agent says it’s a one-year contract. The 6-foot-5, 304-pound Haslam played five games in 2010 after signing as an undrafted rookie out of Rutgers. He had a season-ending knee injury in training camp last season.
Vittorio Tafur is a San Francisco Chronicle staff writer. Twitter: @VittorioTafur. vtafur@sfchronicle.com
May 14th, 2012 at 2:06 pm
Enjoy Hippie ODB. Try not to kill anything on your way home.
Long Live ODB!
May 14th, 2012 at 2:09 pm
#164,
Good stuff. I love the throwback gags like the “springy snake”, joy buzzer and “poop on the porch” etc.
I’d take that over Chris Rock or Chris Tucker any day of the week.
Add that to the timeless music of “2K4S” and it’s entertainment at it’s best.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:17 pm
R.I.P Mitchell Guist from “Swamp People.”
Died after falling from boat after apparent seizure. Asked what his favorite food was, ”squirrels, rabbits, deers, fish, frogs… I ain’t really picky on food.”
May 14th, 2012 at 2:19 pm
I wouldn’t imagine squirrel tasting too good since they’re just tree rats. Anyone that has partaken care to share?
May 14th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
I wouldn’t imagine squirrel tasting too good since they’re just tree rats
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father-n-law eats the squirrel brains.
Never tried it, myself!
May 14th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Bilukidi plans to stick close to defensive tackles Richard Seymour and Tommy Kelly and soak up everything like a sponge.
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sort of like Pryor with Palmer. good sign
May 14th, 2012 at 2:27 pm
Yo DJ
What I want to do is trick KrappyRat into thinking he’s been cast as “Hysterical Female Passenger” in a remake of Airplane! the movie
Then when he begins the famous panic attack scene – after 6 weeks of acting courses at his expense – all his blog pals will be lined up ready to slap him straight into next year
It probably won’t help advance the career of Insane in the Beeech Brain, but it can’t be worse than The Animal starring Rob Schneider
May 14th, 2012 at 2:27 pm
Brains, wow. Well, my dog sure likes squirrel.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
can’t be worse than The Animal starring Rob Schneider
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@ Beeech Dawg
I’ve seen worse!
this is the worst movie EVER:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kung_Pow!_Enter_the_Fist
May 14th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
“@Silverandblack666
Did you read the “Big Short,” if so, did you think it accurate?”
Yeah there is a big problem with the Fed printing money not only in America but now everyone is doing it and that means that one day the whole world economy will crash because you can only print funny money for so long.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
“Yeah. In fact, I’ll be on the sideline when calling the plays, so I’ll have the communication process with the quarterback. For me, I like to give little reminders or even a positive comment – hey, great throw there, now let’s get the conversion on third down, check downs are fine. Little comments like that I think help manage the game for a quarterback. If I can support them in any way, I’ll do it.”
You guys could learn a little from our new coordinator. This blog could use some of his “Little Positive Comments” in supporting each other.
For example: Kell. You make a well thought out and excellent point. With that said you should jump on your wife’s Moped, crank that sucker up to 30 mph and run your face into a pitch fork.
But thank you for your insightful comment! Bravo.
(Always end with a positive)
Changed it up a bit for the afternoon crew.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
Will the Jags continue to suck ??
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/14/mike-mularkey-blaine-gabbert-is-our-starter-we-feel-good-about-him/
May 14th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
@ DMN
moped? are you forgetting something?
he’s been to Copenhagen!!
May 14th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
I think the Jags will have one of the worst records this year.They suck!!!
May 14th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
@ DMN
the round trip flight alone to Copenhagen is at least $4,000.
get our of here with that crazy talk.
Kell = high roller mortgage pimp
isn’t that what we’re supposed to believe ??
May 14th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
@ DMN
moped? are you forgetting something?
he’s been to Copenhagen!!
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Paris, London, Tokyo, Stockholm and many other places around the world, you?
May 14th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Why do people hold it against someone who has been lucky enough to travel to different places around the country and the world?Is it jealousy?
May 14th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Safari in Tanzania, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti plains……….
May 14th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Lol. You guys are hilarious. I’ve been to a number of places abroad myself. Is this a p1ssing match?
May 14th, 2012 at 2:58 pm
many other places around the world, you?
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@Kell
Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Acampo, French Camp, Modesto, Turlock, Manteca, Sacramento, Fresno, Oakland, L.A. , Cloverdale, Ukiah, Valley Springs
looks like I win
May 14th, 2012 at 2:58 pm
#184 – perhaps it has something to do with how said traveler throws it on everyone’s face? I travel a lot too but I’ve never used it to prove a point.
May 14th, 2012 at 2:59 pm
RR
Kung Pow was hella sweet
I’m trying to get a stand up gig opening for this dude, he lives down the street in Venice
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfg5OouFo6M
POP LOCKIN’ ALL NIGHT LONG
May 14th, 2012 at 3:00 pm
*in everyone’s face
May 14th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Safari in Tanzania, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti plains……….
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Krappy, you dreamt all this stuff the last time you fell asleep watching Avatar
May 14th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Banana-it just seems some posters are attacked on here because the masses don’t like them,yet other morons write nothing at all related to the Raiders or do nothing but attack others for their views and they get a free pass.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Krappy, you dreamt all this stuff the last time you fell asleep watching Avatar
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Your dreams, not mine, Dumb Beech. Get a Life.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
KrappyRat, any other awesome places you’ve traveled?
If so, please list them all, so we can laugh- er, I mean be impressed and respect you more
May 14th, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Dumb Beech, I’m not the only person who’s traveled in here. I guess the possibility of such travel, is outside of your wildest dreams.
No need to hate. Buy a plane ticket, playa.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Lefty – I see your point. RR makes a lot of relevant Raider posts, though. I’m not sure if that’s who you were referring to. Either way, RR and KK probably have some history there that neither you nor I should get involved in.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:23 pm
But while we’re on the topic of travel, I went to Stockholm last year and I must say that I dig that city. The Swedes are awesome people. Not bad to look at either.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
Whats up Raider fans? I’m swearing off this blog in the evenings. The Sockpuppet Army and the political blather has really made this place tedious. I’d like to apply for a dayshift gig, if possible. KK’s trolling is milder during the day.. Even Capt Stubing seems more amusing. Add that to the smarter semis actually talking Raiders and I want in.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
KrappyRat, I understand that a lot of older unemployed folks like to travel. And knit.
I’ll probably do a lot of traveling with my super hot boy band 2 Kewl 4 Skool. We’re gearing up for a world tour, pricing private jets right now
Got any good suggestions for venues in Copenhagen?
May 14th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Grand Hotel, down on the fiord…..late night casino, dancing…..Vandella.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Welcome, Plunk.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Beech – you should take the 2K4S crew on tour to Stockholm. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:31 pm
Krappy, I wasn’t asking for suggestions on where to find a dusty Senior’s Center
And you should really be careful with any kind of dancing, hate to see you throw out your fake hip
May 14th, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Excuse the momentary interruption, Plunk. Previously, the discussion was on the awesomeness of our special teams unit and how great it is to have a Pro Bowl long snapper.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:33 pm
And then your white wife left you and it’s been downhill ever since. Now you are relegated to posting on your “anniversary night” and we are privy to your bigoted anti-white remarks daily.
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KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Grand Hotel, down on the fiord…..late night casino, dancing…..Vandella.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:33 pm
Plunk,it gets bad in here at all times of day depending on who’s commenting.One of the problems is too many encourage the BS by acknowledging and bantering with those that cause the problems.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:39 pm
Paul Gutierrez
@RAIDERS waive QB Rhett Bomar and TE/power forward Andre Hardy
17 minutes ago from Twitter for Android
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Well, the Andre Hardy experiment didn’t last long…
May 14th, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Leinart teaching CP3?
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/raiders-lean-leinarts-knowledge-offense-212640200–nfl.html
May 14th, 2012 at 3:41 pm
#207 – I guess Bomar couldn’t get the break-the-huddle clap down, eh?
May 14th, 2012 at 3:42 pm
LeftyNerd, so you’d rather whine on the blog all day about all the cool bros partying instead of partying hella hard with us?
Goober, the Raider Nation is about hanging out and getting hella wasted with your buds. Stop being the pistachio in the walnut bowl
Maybe this kickass new verse from 2 Kewl 4 Skool’s new jam “Parent/Teacher Meeting” will loosen your panties
Man, my GPA just took a serious beating
Now my folks are here in a Parent/Teacher meeting
Man, I can’t wait until Summer vacation
But first I must submit my college applications
May 14th, 2012 at 3:42 pm
The Big Banana Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Excuse the momentary interruption, Plunk. Previously, the discussion was on the awesomeness of our special teams unit and how great it is to have a Pro Bowl long snapper.
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I remember us playing the Bears where their long snapper cost them the game, firing over the punter’s (I think) head.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Paul Gutierrez
@RAIDERS waive QB Rhett Bomar and TE/power forward Andre Hardy
17 minutes ago from Twitter for Android
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Well, the Andre Hardy experiment didn’t last long…
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Wonder if it is b/c…
Kyle Efaw (6-4, 247) TE – Boise State: Played four years at Boise State, seeing action in 53 games and recording 103 receptions for 1,269 yards and 13 touchdowns. Played in all 13 games with eight starts as a senior, totaling 31 receptions for 264 yards and a career-high seven touchdowns.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:44 pm
The Big Banana Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Excuse the momentary interruption, Plunk. Previously, the discussion was on the awesomeness of our special teams unit and how great it is to have a Pro Bowl long snapper.
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I remember us playing the Bears where their long snapper cost them the game, firing over the punter’s (I think) head.
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Remember the Giants long snapper who came out of retirement and screwed up….
May 14th, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Condo-Lech-Seabass=money
May 14th, 2012 at 3:46 pm
STFU biachi.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
DutchRaider77 Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Paul Gutierrez
@RAIDERS waive QB Rhett Bomar and TE/power forward Andre Hardy
17 minutes ago from Twitter for Android
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Well, the Andre Hardy experiment didn’t last long…
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Wonder if it is b/c…
Kyle Efaw (6-4, 247) TE – Boise State: Played four years at Boise State, seeing action in 53 games and recording 103 receptions for 1,269 yards and 13 touchdowns. Played in all 13 games with eight starts as a senior, totaling 31 receptions for 264 yards and a career-high seven touchdowns.
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Could very well be. Can’t see them carrying more than 1 TE on the practice squad. If the weekend mini-camp convinced the coaches that Efaw had more upside than Hardy, then it’s Sayonara.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
#211 – exactly! Never underestimate the value of a good long snapper.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:48 pm
PeymourGlen,
This has to be the most pitiful post I’ve ever seen here and you have had some doozies! Just blatant trolling and crying out for attention by a sad & lonely libtard.
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Seymour Bush Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:46 pm
STFU biachi.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Plunk, see post 142. You and I are on the same page.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
DutchRaider77 Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:44 pm
The Big Banana Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Excuse the momentary interruption, Plunk. Previously, the discussion was on the awesomeness of our special teams unit and how great it is to have a Pro Bowl long snapper.
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I remember us playing the Bears where their long snapper cost them the game, firing over the punter’s (I think) head.
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Remember the Giants long snapper who came out of retirement and screwed up….
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That would be former Raider Dale Hellestrae (who later said he wished he’d never come back, as that botched snap is all anyone remembers him for). Anybody who thinks we should dump Condo without an equivalent LS replacement doesn’t know what they’re talking about.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
It cost them a play-off game I believe Dutch-against the whiners.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:50 pm
Yo Banana
Sweden will be probably be on the tour schedule, got a meeting later on with the Certified Platinum Posse
Gonna go over possible dates, show him our latest pube stylings and watch Tooth Fairy on BluRay
The Rock lays down the FUNNY in that one
May 14th, 2012 at 3:50 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Safari in Tanzania, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti plains……….
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Havent been to the crater yet however, It would be cool to see some pictures of the rock formations, inside, and out.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:51 pm
#207 – I guess Bomar couldn’t get the break-the-huddle clap down, eh?
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bomar was the arm to get us through rookie camp, nothing more.
We have our 3 QB’s…
May 14th, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Chad Hall @chadhall16
Good luck to my boy and a great friend Owen Schmitt with his tryout in Oakland w the Raiders this week. Win a job brotha!
May 14th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Cutting Bomar means Pryor will be getting a TON of work throwing to WR’s and whatnot. He’ll essentially be our “camp arm.”
May 14th, 2012 at 3:54 pm
I’m looking forward to the preseason battle bwtn Leinart and Pryor… Leinart knows the offense, Pryor’s got all those gifts.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:54 pm
MistaBrown Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:48 pm
PeymourGlen,
This has to be the most pitiful post I’ve ever seen here and you have had some doozies! Just blatant trolling and crying out for attention by a sad & lonely libtard.
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Seymour Bush Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:46 pm
STFU biachi.
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Clown that wasn’t directed at you. Glad to know you respond to biachi tho. I knew you had no self esteem, sad to say this proves it. Someone has to be the blog asswipe. Glad to see you still like that roll. Pardon the pun.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:54 pm
We also brought in a couple for this past weekend(QBS).Bomar must have really sucked.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Peter Kings talks about our new DE Wayne Dorsey:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/peter_king/05/14/mmqb/index.html?eref=sihp&sct=hp_t11_a0
This was a weekend for the Tryout Guys. Guys like Wayne Dorsey.
Imagine you’ve been playing football since you were 9. You’re an inner-city kid, and you play basketball too, but you love football, and once you get to high school, you dream about one day playing in the NFL, not the NBA. You go to a junior college, then an SEC school, and the dream seems close. But you don’t get drafted, as you thought you might.
You don’t get signed as undrafted free agent, as you think you would. And you wonder: Is this it? The end of the line? Then you hear the NFL has expanded team rosters from 80 to 90. You hear most teams are having players in for tryouts, and at the end of the tryout, they might sign some of them to the 90-man roster, and 320 more players than a year ago will get to have their NFL dreams extended through a real training camp.
But there’s a catch. At these three-day tryout camps, you won’t be scrimmaging. You won’t be playing full-speed with pads. You’ll have helmets and jerseys and shorts and spikes, and you’ll have to make the best impression you can without going live. At the end of the three-day camp, maybe you’ll get signed. Maybe you won’t. And if you don’t, well, you can continue to work out and keep the faith that some team that liked you a little in college will call one day. In the back of your mind, though, you’ll know it’s probably time to start your life’s work.
The Oakland Raiders had 30 of those trial guys at their weekend rookie camp, Thursday night through Sunday afternoon. One of those men was Ole Miss defensive end Wayne Dorsey, from the tough streets of Baltimore.
Dorsey started playing Pop Warner football in Baltimore when he was 9. “I was always one of the biggest kids,” Dorsey said from his Oakland hotel Sunday afternoon. “So I was a defensive lineman then and stayed there through high school and college.” He went to a New York prep school after high school, then to a Mississippi junior college for two years, then to Mississippi for two years.
This weekend was the Ole Miss graduation weekend, and he badly wanted to be there for his parents’ sake as much as his; but he was about three weeks from finishing his final class toward his bachelor’s in psychology. He’ll finish, but in the last few weeks, he’s had a few other things on his mind — like doing everything he could to be an NFL player.
Dorsey, 6-foot-6 and 272 pounds, was a late-round prospect until last Oct. 15, when a freak accident happened in a game against Alabama. A teammate stepped on his arm and two bones were broken severely. He couldn’t work out for several months, and by the time he felt well enough to work out, he was off every team’s radar. “I believe I would have put up great numbers for the season,” Dorsey said, “but I got hurt. It was disappointing, but that’s how life goes sometimes.”
The only team he worked out for before the draft was Baltimore, but the Ravens didn’t think enough of him to offer him a free-agent deal. Nor did any other team. But several teams were interested in offering him a tryout. Not that tryouts are totally new; the Patriots have done them for years, and invited a few players over the years to training camp. But this year, the numbers are way up because of the roster expansion. Tampa Bay called, and Dorsey went to the Bucs’ rookie camp last weekend. After three days, the Bucs said thanks but no thanks; Dorsey went home to Baltimore.
Then the Giants called. The Saints called. He thought he’d go to New Orleans and try out. On Monday, Oakland called. New coach. New administration. Compared to the Giants and Saints, it seemed like the land of opportunity. Dorsey flew to Oakland Thursday. He took a physical and met the coaches Thursday. The Raiders gave him No. 94 to wear.
On Friday and Saturday, he had classroom work, drills on the field, and practice in the afternoon; the coaches wanted to see how much he could remember from what he’d been taught that morning. He studied at night. The final practice was Sunday morning at 11, and after that, coach Dennis Allen and GM Reggie McKenzie were going to call in the tryout guys who’d made it.
“I didn’t know what would happen,” Dorsey said. “A couple of times, coaches told me watching the film that I did the right thing, and I knew it could come down to whether I got my assignment right or not. I just tried all weekend to work hard, stay humble and play the game I love to the best of my ability. You think about things, and you know it’s a numbers game, and you just think, ‘I hope they have room for me.’ ”
Dorsey and six other tryout players were brought into a room at the Raiders’ practice facility. McKenzie told them they’d impressed the coaches, and the seven men in the room would be offered contracts and given the chance to make the team.
Seven dreams alive. Twenty-three dreams extinguished.
“Relief,” said Dorsey. “That’s all I felt. Relief that I’d have the opportunity to compete for a roster spot. You know, you always have the thought that creeps into the back of your mind that if this doesn’t work out, what are you going to do. You talk to the other tryout guys, and it’s a thought for all of us.”
Dorsey thanked Allen. He thanked McKenzie. Then he went to sign an NFL contract. Then he went to his hotel and called his mother, Cathy. It was, after all, Mother’s Day. He had called his mom that morning, wishing her a happy day and telling her, “Hopefully my next call will come as a member of the Oakland Raiders.”
His mom was at a family gathering for the holiday. When he told them, “I’m an Oakland Raider,” there was much rejoicing in Baltimore. His mother said: “This is the best Mother’s Day gift I could have gotten.”
And Wayne Dorsey, back in his hotel room, had work to do. Today the Raiders begin their Organized Team Activities (OTAs), and Dorsey would have to dig into his playbook to study a new defense — a defense he apparently understood well enough to earn kudos in three days of weekend work. He’d survived the first gauntlet. The next one will be tougher. From 90 men to 53, when he was neither drafted nor a preferred free agent … Dorsey knows the odds. He also knows all he ever wanted was a chance, and here it is.
“Today is the closing of one chapter of my life, the college chapter,” he said. “Now it’s on to the pro chapter. Now I’m going to try to make an NFL roster here. I’m going to remain humble, trust in God, work every day. This is the chance I’ve always wanted.”
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
I’m glad I’m high.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Views Awesome. Put me of mind of Jurassic Park. But of all of it, the Massai were the most intimidating, and awesome.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Cutting Bomar means Pryor will be getting a TON of work throwing to WR’s and whatnot. He’ll essentially be our “camp arm.”
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Pryor is comepting for the number 2 job, not relegated to just being ” a camp arm”.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Surprised Efaw wasn’t drafted. Seems like he had some decent production.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:58 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Views Awesome. Put me of mind of Jurassic Park. But of all of it, the Massai were the most intimidating, and awesome.
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Sorry to break it to you, old goat – but you were watching Jurassic Park
You passed out after dinner at Arby’s and dreamed you were hunting Velociraptors
May 14th, 2012 at 3:59 pm
Pryor is comepting for the number 2 job, not relegated to just being ” a camp arm”.
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Being a 3rd rounder, he has to go to work. You can get Pro Bowl players in the 3rd round. The Raiders can’t afford to let a 3rd round player stand around and watch. We’re not that good.
May 14th, 2012 at 3:59 pm
Thec Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Cutting Bomar means Pryor will be getting a TON of work throwing to WR’s and whatnot. He’ll essentially be our “camp arm.”
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Pryor is comepting for the number 2 job, not relegated to just being ” a camp arm”.
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He’ll be both. He needs a lot of repetition on his throwing mechanics, and what better place to practice than with all the WRs we’ll have in camp?
May 14th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Is that true from the King article? OTA’s start today? Is that with vets too?
May 14th, 2012 at 4:05 pm
KoolKell Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Views Awesome. Put me of mind of Jurassic Park. But of all of it, the Massai were the most intimidating, and awesome.
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Awesome Bruh, would be good to see pictures at some point…
May 14th, 2012 at 4:05 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
May 14th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Is that true from the King article? OTA’s start today? Is that with vets too?
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That’s what I thought, but Paul G. says they’re not starting until tomorrow, so who knows?
May 14th, 2012 at 4:07 pm
Adios Rhett
May 14th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
New post.
May 14th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Man, just too hilarious that Peemore Bust gets roasted only SECONDS after stumbling into the blog. Happens every time!
Whoever thought KrappyRat would have a worthy opponent for the dishonor of “Blog Punching Bag 2012″?
Bust, you really need to step it up and apply for membership in the 2K4S Fan Club
All we’ll need is your credit card # and checking account access codes, plus parent’s home address
You’ll get a fashionable 2K4S toddler tee in the mail sometime in the next 14 – 26 months
May 14th, 2012 at 4:13 pm
Political posts FAR outnumber the “comedy” posts on here that seem to enrage some folks.
I’l bet if you go back and actually count them it would prove true.
Seeing as this is a Raider blog we should have alot of Raider related posts for sure.
Also, there’s been an inundation of basketball posts and smattering of baseball posts.
“Comedy” or what some guys might call “nonsense” posts amount to a very small percentage.
I prefer a fun nonsense post to political vitriol.
Maybe that’s just me.
May 14th, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Thanks for article glad to hear what the coaches, especially coordinators, have planned and how they see where we are regarding personnel, scheme implementation, etc