Raiders sign LB Burris, add another OL
By Steve Corkran
Friday, June 8th, 2012 at 10:48 pm in Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders signed linebacker Miles Burris on Friday, one day after they locked up three other draft picks to long-term contracts.
Burris joins defensive linemen Jack Crawford and Christo Bilukidi and linebacker Nathan Stupar as drafted players who have signed contracts. Offensive lineman Tony Bergstrom and wide receiver Juron Criner remain unsigned.
In other news, the Raiders signed guard Nick Howell and waived fullback TreShawn Robinson. Howell has spent time with the 49ers, Tennessee Titans and New Orleans Saints, though he has yet to play in a regular-season game.
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June 8th, 2012 at 10:54 pm
“Practice, practice, we talking bout practice?”
June 8th, 2012 at 10:55 pm
#2
June 8th, 2012 at 10:56 pm
Yo Puppet,
How are you ? Haven’t seen you here for awhile ? How is northern Cal ?
June 8th, 2012 at 10:57 pm
No drama Reggie.
June 8th, 2012 at 10:58 pm
Life is good, how are you Hardline?
June 8th, 2012 at 10:59 pm
If I’m the puppet then we are really in trouble…just sayin’
June 8th, 2012 at 11:01 pm
Life would be better if we had cut McClain….but life’s a Dance, you learn as you go….
The question is, who is doing the learning….???
June 8th, 2012 at 11:03 pm
I am good thanks. McClain will be cut soon enough. They just have to give him one more chance before they throw away millions on remains of his contract.
June 8th, 2012 at 11:03 pm
on what** remains of his contract.
June 8th, 2012 at 11:04 pm
I haven’t been around that much recently. Once the preseason begins I’ll gain back my interest. Now we can only wait…..
June 8th, 2012 at 11:07 pm
Yeah, figures it would come down to money….that’s why Reggie is where he is in the organization….
He is going to make a stable decision….going to think with his Head and not His heart….
The way I see it is that it’s all MONOPOLY MONEY anyways….cut the CANCER and lets move on…regardless of the financial implications…
But who knows….maybe the value of our dollar really is worth something?
Maybe Reggie is right counting our pennies so that way he can look good on paper if we don’t have a trophy in our hands in the coming YEARS…
I don’t have that problem…
June 8th, 2012 at 11:09 pm
I have a question Hardline.
Who wins GAME 1 against San Diego? & WHY
June 8th, 2012 at 11:16 pm
Backstage,
I agree with you on McClain. He should have been cut at season’s end.
Game 1 against SD, not sure about that one. The problem is the last game of the 2011 season, Rivers torched us. Hopefully, we’ll have an improved secondary. Also SD lost Vincent Jackson and they’ll feel it. Another problem with San Diego is that they still have the same staff in place. Their GM is horrible and he still remains. I have no confidence in Norv Turner.
I would put even money on either team at this point.
June 8th, 2012 at 11:17 pm
Be careful the joke isn’t on YOU!
http://devour.com/video/uncle-drew/
June 8th, 2012 at 11:42 pm
The corners are the big question mark for me. The Raiders new looks on D, should give us an advantage early within the Div, If, those corners can cover.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:00 am
Here’s my best guess right now:
UNOFFICIAL DEPTH CHART
OFFENSE
WR – DHB, Criner, Murphy
QB – CPalmer, Leinart, Pryor
RB – DMac, Goodson, Jones
FB – Reece, Schmitt
TE – Ausberry, Meyer, Gordon
WR – D-Wow, Ford, McGee
OLT – Veldheer, Barnes, Wang
OLG – Bergstrom, Carlisle, Nix
C – Wisnewski, Hurd, Veldheer
ORG – Brisel, Carlisle, Barksdale
ORT – Barksdale, Barnes, Wang
DEFENSE
RDE – Seymour, Shaughnessy, Crawford
NT – Ivey, Kelly, Houston, Bilukidi
LDE – Bryant, Tollefson, Houston
WOLB – Burris, Goethel, Stupar
ILB – McClain, Curry, Goethel
SOLB – Wheeler, Goethel, Ihenacho
FS – Huff, Giordiano, Taylor
SS – Branch, Mitchell, Underwood
CB – Spencer, Van Dyke, Lee
CB – Bartel, Chekwa, McCann
SPECIAL TEAM – KICKING
P – Lechler
K – Janakowski, Lechler
LS – Condo
PR – D-Wow, Criner
KOR – Ford, Criner
June 9th, 2012 at 1:05 am
WTFlip is Spuds thinking at QB? Palmer, Leinart? Here comes last place with these losers!!! Bring in a reliable QB not two back ups! Raiders no more from Spuds react with no attendance for the home games! Spuds, what a loser, period!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:40 am
Just saw Prometheus the movie…..
The butler did it.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:45 am
Maybe Reggie is right counting our pennies so that way he can look good on paper if we don’t have a trophy in our hands in the coming YEARS…
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i think reggie will be hear even without a trophy in the next few years.after 4 or 5 years if were not contenders then he should worry.i dont see the 2 year revolving door for the coach like in the past.next year is a throw away because of the cap and no draft picks.and the year after that ,the cap will still be of question ,after that normally 3 years you should see a marked improvement .the new raiders are going to be more stable from top to bottom .no more instant gratification in over paid free agents
June 9th, 2012 at 2:53 am
Denmark-Holland today, first game in group b, the group of death..
hope some raider nationers will be rooting for Denmark, we need all the help we can get..
June 9th, 2012 at 6:23 am
Burris in the house
June 9th, 2012 at 6:34 am
La Milicia Negra Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:53 am
Denmark-Holland today, first game in group b, the group of death..
hope some raider nationers will be rooting for Denmark, we need all the help we can get..
Yep, I am rooting for Denmark. I want to see Germany and Portugal go home early. C’mon Denamrk!
June 9th, 2012 at 6:50 am
fantastic..
its a killer group, 2 possible EURO winners.. but if you remember 1992, we won the semi over Holland and killed Germany in the finals =)
9 quarters to kickoff
June 9th, 2012 at 6:51 am
I always root for Denmark.
We need more beautiful blonde women!
June 9th, 2012 at 7:00 am
realistisc speaking we gonna get a whooping, our midfielder broke his big-toe last evening
the midfielders are very important against holllands “total-football” koncept..
June 9th, 2012 at 8:00 am
What an insane post on the previous thread blaming Bellicheck and the Patriots for Ocho’s issues with the play-book.
It’s the coaching staffs fault he didn’t get it? Why do all the other WR’s have no issue?
Ocho is done, will never play in the NFL again.
June 9th, 2012 at 8:10 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 8:00 am
What an insane post on the previous thread blaming Bellicheck and the Patriots for Ocho’s issues with the play-book.
It’s the coaching staffs fault he didn’t get it? Why do all the other WR’s have no issue?
Ocho is done, will never play in the NFL again.
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I agree with what your saying except I wouldn’t be shocked if he was a late season addtion by some team in desperate need of a wideout.
June 9th, 2012 at 8:13 am
Who would have thought TJ housh would have found a home last year-just sayin
June 9th, 2012 at 8:45 am
JB Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:00 am
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You’ve got Bergstrom starting?
Obviously if he is then it means they saw something in him meriting that.
It seems DA is poo-pooing Criner and his acrobatic displays, but I’d rather have sure hands at the wideout than a guy that makes us hold our breath wondering if he’s gonna catch it or not.
June 9th, 2012 at 8:54 am
HairyBush Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 8:13 am
Who would have thought TJ housh would have found a home last year-just sayin
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Another mistake by Hue. Cut Hagan and sign TJ?!
TO and Ocho are done in the NFL. No team is interested in an old diva WR with a reality tv show and other issues.
June 9th, 2012 at 8:55 am
Good Morning Nation! Has anyone ordered a Nike jersey yet? Any thoughts on the quality compared to the old Reeboks?
June 9th, 2012 at 8:56 am
Agreed O. Haggan was catching everything thrown his way, bad choice to pick TJ over him imo
June 9th, 2012 at 8:58 am
Good morning soccer fans!!!
Big game about to start.
Orange windmills at Danish pastry
Denmark needs some color on their team
Since they are racist I will be rooting for the better team
Go windmills!!
June 9th, 2012 at 8:59 am
You really have to love the ocho to blame the biggest cheater on the planet
Bill Buttacheeks
June 9th, 2012 at 9:03 am
I thought soccer was a big deal in Europe. The stadium is as empty as a A’s game.
Everyone must be protesting or enslaving women in the name of allah
Final score
Dyke pluggers 5
eel eaters 1
June 9th, 2012 at 9:06 am
Plunketthead Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 8:58 am
Good morning soccer fans!!!
Big game about to start.
Orange windmills at Danish pastry
Denmark needs some color on their team
Since they are racist I will be rooting for the better team
Go windmills!!
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LOL
You make watching soccer more interesting. Keep up the good work Soccer Ambassador.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:08 am
TX,
He was a lot younger too, and he was a good blocker.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:13 am
Everyone must be protesting or enslaving women in the name of allah
$$$$$$$$$$
They do that too?
June 9th, 2012 at 9:15 am
When they are not preparing for the Huns to march again
June 9th, 2012 at 9:17 am
By the way thanks for the compliment.
Knowing that I have made someones life a little more bearable is what drives me every day as the blog SA
June 9th, 2012 at 9:27 am
Goooooaaaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllll!!!!!!!!!
June 9th, 2012 at 9:29 am
Our boy Bryce is leading the Nats in batting average
June 9th, 2012 at 9:31 am
The danes scored. Time for LMN to holler at the semi pros and go outside and have a smoke
June 9th, 2012 at 9:32 am
Long live the Blog’s Soccer Ambassador.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:38 am
FIFA ranked Den as a top 10 team?!
What about Brazil, Arg, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, England, NED, Portugal, and Uruguay?
June 9th, 2012 at 9:48 am
Cmon you drug abusing prostitutes!
June 9th, 2012 at 9:52 am
Dcraiderfan Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:05 am
WTFlip is Spuds thinking at QB? Palmer, Leinart? Here comes last place with these losers!!! Bring in a reliable QB not two back ups! Raiders no more from Spuds react with no attendance for the home games! Spuds, what a loser, period!
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Next time, wait for the ’shrooms to wear off before you post, mmkay?
June 9th, 2012 at 10:04 am
You’re very right O. I liked Haggan in the pre-season..dude’s hands are like super-glue.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 10:05 am
@47 LOL
June 9th, 2012 at 10:13 am
I’m kind of bummed about what I’ve read about Pryor in OTA’s. Jer says he’s consistantly off target and threw a pass directly to Underwood. Hopefully a light bulb turns on for Pryor and he starts to get it. I hate to be negative but I’m starting to lose faith in him.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:14 am
Dcraiderfan Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:05 am
WTFlip is Spuds thinking at QB? Palmer, Leinart? Here comes last place with these losers!!! Bring in a reliable QB not two back ups! Raiders no more from Spuds react with no attendance for the home games! Spuds, what a loser, period!
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Next time, wait for the ’shrooms to wear off before you post, mmkay?
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I bet he had world cup fever or maybe he was on Cloud Nine.
The Zombie apocylpse? is real!
Miami police have warned of a potent new mind-altering drug called “Cloud Nine,” after a snarling homeless man threatened to eat two officers a week after a grisly face-gnawing attack.
The ecstasy-like drug is part of a new line of over-the-counter “bath salts” implicated in an attack last week in which a growling naked man chewed off most of a homeless man’s face before being shot dead by police.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:17 am
With respect to JB, here’s my (somewhat different) best guess right now:
UNOFFICIAL DEPTH CHART
OFFENSE
SE – DHB, Ford, McGee
QB – CPalmer, Leinart, Pryor
RB – DMac, Goodson, Jones
FB – Reece, Schmitt
TE – Ausberry, Myers, Gordon
FL – Moore, Criner, Streater
OLT – Veldheer, Barnes, Wang
OLG – Bergstrom, Carlisle, Parsons
C – Wisnewski, Miller, Parsons
ORG – Brisel, Carlisle, Parsons
ORT – Barksdale, Barnes, Wang
DEFENSE
4-3 RDE – Shaughnessy, Bryant, Crawford
4-3 NT – Kelly, Ivey, Bilukidi
4-3 UT – Seymour, Houston, Bilukidi
4-3 LDE – Houston, Bryant, Tollefson
3-4 RDE – Seymour, Shaughnessy, Bryant, Crawford
3-4 NT – Ivery, Kelly
3-4 LDE – Houston, Bryant, Tollefson
WOLB – Burris, Curry, Goethel
4-3 MLB – McClain, Goethel, Stupar
3-4 SILB – McClain, Stupar
3-4 WILB – Curry, Goethel
SOLB – Wheeler, Curry, Ihenacho
FS – Huff, Giordiano, Taylor
SS – Branch, Mitchell, Underwood
CB – Chekwa, Spencer, Lee
CB – Bartell, Van Dyke, McCann
SPECIAL TEAM – KICKING
P – Lechler
K – Janikowski, Lechler
LS – Condo
PR – Jones, Moore
KOR – Ford, Moore
PS: Nix, Henry and TBD
June 9th, 2012 at 10:17 am
Raiders For Life Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:13 am
I’m kind of bummed about what I’ve read about Pryor in OTA’s. Jer says he’s consistantly off target and threw a pass directly to Underwood. Hopefully a light bulb turns on for Pryor and he starts to get it. I hate to be negative but I’m starting to lose faith in him.
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I hear that man, his passing game may take a while, but he’s such a gifted athlete, he must be able to contribute somehow..
June 9th, 2012 at 10:19 am
Life. Thats the rap on TP and his game at Buckeye State.
Not picking on you today O, as a matter of fact enslaving women beats the heck out of murdering over 50 million children in the womb and calling it a womans right.
If a woman can do what she wants with her body and same sex marriage is OK, why cant two or more women marry the same man?
June 9th, 2012 at 10:20 am
Pryor is a rookie more or less.
Give him time.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:20 am
@ RaiderDuck great depth chart! That would be how I’d like it, but Curry may get the call over Burris..
June 9th, 2012 at 10:20 am
Here’s my best guess right now:
UNOFFICIAL DEPTH CHART
OFFENSE
WR – DHB, Criner, Murphy
QB – CPalmer, Leinart, Pryor
RB – DMac, Goodson, Jones
FB – Reece, Schmitt
TE – Ausberry, Meyer, Gordon
WR – D-Wow, Ford, McGee
OLT – Veldheer, Barnes, Wang
OLG – Bergstrom, Carlisle, Nix
C – Wisnewski, Hurd, Veldheer
ORG – Brisel, Carlisle, Barksdale
ORT – Barksdale, Barnes, Wang
DEFENSE
RDE – Seymour, Shaughnessy, Crawford
NT – Ivey, Kelly, Houston, Bilukidi
LDE – Bryant, Tollefson, Houston
WOLB – Burris, Goethel, Stupar
ILB – McClain, Curry, Goethel
SOLB – Wheeler, Goethel, Ihenacho
FS – Huff, Giordiano, Taylor
SS – Branch, Mitchell, Underwood
CB – Spencer, Van Dyke, Lee
CB – Bartel, Chekwa, McCann
SPECIAL TEAM – KICKING
P – Lechler
K – Janakowski, Lechler
LS – Condo
PR – D-Wow, Criner
KOR – Ford, Criner
CODE BLACK 2012
June 9th, 2012 at 10:21 am
Should Denver lose faith in Manning and their passing offense due to a few bad OTAs?
June 9th, 2012 at 10:21 am
Plunketthead Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:19 am
Life. Thats the rap on TP and his game at Buckeye State.
Not picking on you today O, as a matter of fact enslaving women beats the heck out of murdering over 50 million children in the womb and calling it a womans right.
If a woman can do what she wants with her body and same sex marriage is OK, why cant two or more women marry the same man?
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A raspberry sized clump of cells is not a “baby.”
If it was, all the frozen embryos in fertility labs in this country would have the right to own guns.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:25 am
Good changes Duck. Still a lot of unknowns at CB & back-up structure on the O-line. I personally think we will be seeing a lot more 3-4 than 4-3 on defense especially if all of our LB prospects show up as players.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:26 am
@58 Nope Manning will still perform when it’s time, Tarver just has to target his weakness..mobility imo
June 9th, 2012 at 10:28 am
10-4 Kirk
I did not want to start that debate. I just didnt want O to think I did not know about the splinter in my eye
June 9th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Yeah, Prior had the “ONE” not so good OTA this year. But earlier his praises were sung. He’s a work horse and driven for success. Coach Allen says that he sees Pryor getting better each day which is all he asks out of his players…..
Plus Pryor had the game of his life when he killed my Ducks in the Rose Bowl in 2010, so I know he’s capable. Patients friends. We’ll see Pryor emerge eventually. It doesn’t have to be THIS year either.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:29 am
Plunk,
POLYGAMY
This is a subject that generates more misconceptions about Islam than any other. Islam does allow polygamy, i.e., having more than one wife at the same time, but you should be aware that it does not encourage it. In fact, Islam is the only religion that limited this ancient and widespread practice. Previous teachings permitted unlimited and unrestricted polygamy. Islam limits the number of wives allowed to four, and also discourages the practice. Allah says:
“But if you feel you many not be able to deal justly between them, then marry only one.” (Holy Qur’an, 4:4).
If a man cannot be satisfied with one woman, it is better for society that he assumes full moral and financial responsibility for a second one. Having a mistress and committing adultery is a grievous sin and causes moral decline of society.
Polygamy becomes a necessity under certain circumstances, but can only be practiced only under certain conditions, and then with restrictions. A man can marry again if his wife is chronically ill and cannot fulfil the obligations of marriage; or if she is unable to have children; or under certain conditions of wartime, when marrying widows to provide for orphans may be necessary to protect the morals of society. Also it must be emphasized that Ahmadiyya Movement policy requires that Ahmadi citizens obey the law of the land in which they live as long as that law does not conflict with an express command from Allah.
Islam forbids polyandry which is when a woman is married to more than one husband. Women who are married to chronically ill, sterile or impotent husbands are allowed recourse to divorce, if they feel the situation is unbearable.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:32 am
@Tx, completely agree. Manning’s line will be the same that put Orton on his A$$ and had Tebow running for his life…….The same line will have Manning questioning his decision to be a Donkey real quick.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:32 am
Theghostronin79 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Yeah, Prior had the “ONE” not so good OTA this year. But earlier his praises were sung. He’s a work horse and driven for success. Coach Allen says that he sees Pryor getting better each day which is all he asks out of his players…..
Plus Pryor had the game of his life when he killed my Ducks in the Rose Bowl in 2010, so I know he’s capable. Patients friends. We’ll see Pryor emerge eventually. It doesn’t have to be THIS year either.
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Agreed. They could introduce him to the scheme slowly with options or anything that gets him in space to run.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:34 am
Yep Yep….His mobility and speed are devastating. He’s very imposing when heading down field. Plus, I know his accuracy is spotty at times but BOY does he have a cannon from HELL on him. He could launch that ball 70+ yards if he wanted to.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:38 am
TP throws a nasty stiff-arm too, not DMAC style, but still nice.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:40 am
The time from Mandatory Mini Camp until actual camp seems to DRAG forever. Players on vacation, no news to report. It’s like the NFL Dies for about 6 weeks….The BAM, camp, pre-season, and we’re rolling.
Just hate this void that’s coming up.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:40 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPlgMUPnprQ
June 9th, 2012 at 10:42 am
That he does Tx. It looks like a High School kid pushing down and Elementary school kid at recess when he stiff arms.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:44 am
No kidding, I say let the kid run it now and again.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:48 am
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June 9th, 2012 at 10:48 am
Soccer Ambassador,
It’s all good. I know you are just having fun.
You can say what you want about my religion, but don’t bad mouth my Buckeyes!
June 9th, 2012 at 10:49 am
OUch Tx….I watched the video. I try not to think about that game too much. The guy Pryor stiff armed was Eddie Pleasant, one of the best tacklers on our team. Pryor made him look like a Va J J….
I love it though when my college nemesies come to the Raiders, ie: Pryor, Criner.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:50 am
Raider O, you like the Buckeyes?
June 9th, 2012 at 10:50 am
I was thinking about Romney and mormons in the American West whereas they use to practice it untill the revenuers forced them to stop.
Just pointing the feds are batscatcrazy. Cant sell happy meals, cant buy herb, or a 24 oz soda, cant marry a man that already has a wife but wants another, cant sell your love machine for a hundred dollars but you can abort a fetus
June 9th, 2012 at 10:51 am
I lived on Ohio for 7 years. Love the Buckeyes, but now I’m in Oregon and the Ducks are my boys. That Rose Bowl was a hard one for me to watch.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:52 am
Lol Yeah he did catch Pleasant a bit off-balance though, but yeah Criner and TP both got game. Do you think Pryor gets running chances early season?
June 9th, 2012 at 10:54 am
You know, I think ALOT of Pryor’s contributions will weigh on Pre-season performance. I think he’s going to have some packages for sure. If he does well in preseason, you can bet your A$$ they’ll find a way to get him on the field. Palmer won’t be reason enough for Pryor to cook on the bench.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:56 am
They’ll find ways to get him involved. I think RM and DA like the kid, and they see a place for him in this offense. Some way, some how……
June 9th, 2012 at 10:58 am
I thought the white bread pastries would lose but I got half the score right so I am off to a good start with my predictions.
Time for the Huns to march
Goose Steppers 5
Where the heck is Portugal? 1
June 9th, 2012 at 10:58 am
I’d luv to see them use him early in the Dallas game against their first defense and let him loose, same with Criner.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:00 am
I know, I just can’t wait to see ALL the boys. I get so damned excited even just for preseason….
Gotta go to a BBQ. Good chatting with ya Tx. I’ll catch ya later.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:00 am
Theghostronin79 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:50 am
Raider O, you like the Buckeyes?
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
I lived in Ohio for 4 years and I loved it. Spent most of that time on high st and the OSU campus. Best years of my life.
Buckeye till I die!
I’m also an Aztec.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
June 9th, 2012 at 11:05 am
I bet we see a lot of TP especially if plays as well as Matt in training camp.
This will be the best pre season ever for us fans. I may be wrong but I dont think Al cared much for it and I believe the team usually played up to that.
I look for DA to lay it on the line more or less.He needs to learn about the entire team. Also we know that Reggie is a big believer in having quality back ups.
That adds up to Raiders playing harder then usual in PS
June 9th, 2012 at 11:05 am
Where the heck is Portugal?
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LOL
June 9th, 2012 at 11:06 am
Have a good BBQ man!
June 9th, 2012 at 11:06 am
They will find a way to get Pryor involved, because they have to know what he is before he goes into his contract year in 2014.
We got 2 years to determine if he is worth a shot starting in ‘14, and than maybe re-upping him afterwards.
The whole notion of him sitting for 3-4 years is preposterous in today’s NFL.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:08 am
Woah, that ronald dude plays for the Gulls, Isnt he the most vain man in Europe when Beckham is in the USA? I better revise my score. Refs like pretty boys
Huns 5
Gulls 2
June 9th, 2012 at 11:08 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U95MC-rxEuo
————————————– This is why I pull for Murphy!
June 9th, 2012 at 11:11 am
TP should have stayed for his SR year, but the ink issue and NCAA suspension forced him to declare for the supplemental draft.
We are in a great situation, we have a great QB in Palmer, we have a solid QB in Matt, so we have the luxury/ time to develop a very talented guy like TP.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:14 am
so we have the luxury/ time to develop a very talented guy like TP.
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Contract-wise, I disagree.
Palmer’s is up in ‘13, Pryor in ‘14.
We can’t have BACK-TO-BACK lame duck years for our QB’s. That’s not how you handle that position.
We need to know about Pryor by the end of preseason 2013, if he is at least an option to start in the future.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:14 am
Very true O, unless TP just blows the doors off the place in the pre-season.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 11:16 am
When Pryor’s contract is up after 2014, I am sure The Reggie will not want to have only a handful of starts to try to determine which direction we want to go with his next contract offer.
That 2nd contract for a young QB is the most important contract decision in all of sports, IMO.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:19 am
Yes JFB it is important, and they must decide whether to keep him around as a future QB, or maybe a small chance to contribute in another role.idk
June 9th, 2012 at 11:20 am
Vegas,
1- You can always tag Palmer for 1 season.
2- Palmer will start the next 2 seasons (2012-13) IMO, so that gives us 2 more years to evaluate and develop TP.
3- TP > Tebow, so get over it. lol
June 9th, 2012 at 11:22 am
Remember the Favre/ Rogers situation in GB.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:25 am
O, what do you think about Flynn in Seattle? Was he over-hyped off of limited performances, or will he be good every game?
June 9th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Any thoughts on Tannehill, since we play Miami this year?
June 9th, 2012 at 11:26 am
It’s a good idea to play TP in blowouts, and I think we should use him in goal-line and short yardage situations.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:27 am
he definitely wants to get better … that much we know. he speaks with such determination and passion when talking about football and the prospect of learning behind Palmer and Leinart. he’s definitely worth the roll for a 3rd round pick — good pick Al!
June 9th, 2012 at 11:28 am
@99 I just didn’t like how Favre exited the game, back and forth. Allegedly sending reporters weiner pics.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 11:28 am
@102 Yep, short yardage all day!
June 9th, 2012 at 11:29 am
good point O … hopefuly we see more than a few this year, huh? if you look at our schedule, i’m not heavily impressed with the amount of dominating defenses(outside of the AFC North teams) on our schedule … with a fully healthy offense for 14+ games, we can and will see Pryor get his snaps in real time …
June 9th, 2012 at 11:30 am
i have no clue why i wrote ‘huh?’ .. wow i’m lit.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:34 am
Tx,
I was surprised with all that hype about Flynn. I think he played 2 games, and one of them was against the Lions (his best game that everyone keeps talking about, 480 yards, and 6 TDs).
June 9th, 2012 at 11:35 am
I see Pryor and Reece as the X factor’s on offense, if Knapp wants to get fresh, get those dudes in space.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:38 am
O, They better hope they get their money’s worth. Any thoughts on Tannehill?
June 9th, 2012 at 11:39 am
like I said before, I’m not worried about our offense, but I do worry about our defense especially the secondary (CBs) with Manning in the division.
I used to think we need to worry more about stopping the run, but it’s a pass happy league, and KC is the only team in our division that’s run oriented.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:43 am
Tx,
His wife is hot. lol
That’s all I know about the kid.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:48 am
LOL He’s a pretty good athlete, from what I’ve seen. We may see him in Miami?
June 9th, 2012 at 11:49 am
Wow, they are tossing urine bombs again
June 9th, 2012 at 11:52 am
1- You can always tag Palmer for 1 season.
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Good point
June 9th, 2012 at 11:54 am
Hey do you guys know if the Nike jerseys are made better/worse than the Reeboks of old?
June 9th, 2012 at 11:55 am
Lets hope we are fortunate enough to be in that situation. Tagging Palmer would mean He was worth the draft picks
June 9th, 2012 at 11:55 am
Miami has a good defense, but their offense is a mess, and they traded their best weapon on offense (B Mashall). I don’t understand the move, and I think Marshall would have been a great target for the rookie QB.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:57 am
I agree, any team loses if you trade a guy like Marshall. That’d be like ATL trading White.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 11:59 am
I don’t understand the move,
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Well, right after they traded him, word came around that he was alleged to have punched a chick at a club, AGAIN.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
Guys, I’m about to order the white/Reebok DeGnarlious(TM of Plunk) only 40 bucks..hellyeah
June 9th, 2012 at 12:04 pm
I don’t think the new coaching staff will judge Palmer based on last season. I do believe they will give him 2 years before making a big decision unless one of our backups is playing better, and I doubt that will happen in the next 2 years.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
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Bullschit
June 9th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
What an idiotic thing to say.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:08 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:59 am
I don’t understand the move,
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Well, right after they traded him, word came around that he was alleged to have punched a chick at a club, AGAIN.
$$$$$$$$
Did they drop the charges?
June 9th, 2012 at 12:09 pm
Marshall had the cops called to his house 11 times in one year. That dude is a mess.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
116, I had a custom Denarius Moore Nike game jersey made. It is waay better than the Reebok product. Trust me. . .
Like the young depth @ WR. If Streeter is the real deal it looks like with Moore, Ford, Criner & Heyward-Bay as the fore runners if Streeter can hold suit & McGee assimilates the playbook Carrier possibly could make the practice squad & what a group, potentially in a couple of years. . .
Sea of Hands is currently on NFLN. . .ex- Dolphins extolling the virtues of the Raiders home crowd. . .precursor to this year’s festivities (hopefully). . .
June 9th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
Radical Republicans and Radical Islam, two peas in a pod.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:14 pm
Did they drop the charges?
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They did, but he still may face discipline since this is like his millionith time having this happen.
Either way, the Dolphins were done with it.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:16 pm
KK,
http://www.lifenews.com/2011/12/30/planned-parenthood-report-1b-group-gets-46-from-tax-money/
Let me know your thoughts as an adult without insults.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
Antispy3, Thanks for the advice man, haven’t seen the Nike in person, but will get the Nike Burris for sure.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
Radical Republicans and Radical Islam, two peas in a pod.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$
LOL
Islam is moving up in the world, if it’s being compared to the republican party.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
I have a Puma Woodson 24, #2 Reebok, and M&N Bo Jackson.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
LOL O, I have the same Puma C-Wood!
June 9th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Let’s see. . .Woodson, Bo Jackson, Three Tim Brown Nike authentic Game jerseys, a Cliff Branck Customized Nike game jersey, Nnamdi Asmougha, Michael Huff & DMAC Reebok Game jerseys (white & black), two Marcus Allen Mitchell & Ness jerseys, Dave Casper M&N, Howie Long M&N, Kenny Stabler M&N, 7 across the board the quality of the Nike jerseys is far superior to the Reebok jerseys. . .
So whether I’m @ home with DirecTV, @ a sports bar or fortunate enough to be in Oakland or Denver, KC or Sandiego I represent. . .& Nike rules the day. . .
June 9th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Got a DMAC reebok, but think it may be a Korean knock-off.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
Pro-life propaganda.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Tx,
Iike your style. lol
I think I will get Burris and TP too, but I’m going to wait. That #2 is still bothering me.
Go Aztecs!
Go Buckeyes!
June 9th, 2012 at 12:30 pm
@135 Yeah man, I want the Burris now, but don’t wanna pay extra for custom. May wait til it comes out..nice collection BTW
June 9th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
TxRaider210, the D Moore set me back $300 but just a drop in the bucket when compared with what I’ve spent over the years on Raider gear.
The Nike hoodies & jackets have yet to be released. And the receiving gloves are the bomb, so there’s a coupla weekends in store to pay that bill. . .
And I gotta get a white D Moore Nike game jersey, just for accuracy sake. . .
June 9th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
Radical Republicans and Radical Islam, two peas in a pod.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$
LOL
Islam is moving up in the world, if it’s being compared to the republican party.
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Whatever just the irony
June 9th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
KK,
Maybe. I’m not an expert on the topic.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
O
I’m grabbin the Burris for sure..Branch eventually and if Bartell plays like he can, his also! My gf already knows when the Bday comes around, it should be time for the 33 or 21.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
theghostronin79 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:56 am
They’ll find ways to get him involved. I think RM and DA like the kid, and they see a place for him in this offense. Some way, some how……
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An off-the-wall suggestion: We no longer run point after kicking plays. From this point forward, TPyror runs a wildcat or some other play going for 2 points EVERY time. As long as we make the play 51% of the time we are ahead. we should be successful more than 51% of the time.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
KoolKell making friends as usual
June 9th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
Antispy3 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Let’s see. . .Woodson, Bo Jackson, Three Tim Brown Nike authentic Game jerseys, a Cliff Branck Customized Nike game jersey, Nnamdi Asmougha, Michael Huff & DMAC Reebok Game jerseys (white & black), two Marcus Allen Mitchell & Ness jerseys, Dave Casper M&N, Howie Long M&N, Kenny Stabler M&N, 7 across the board the quality of the Nike jerseys is far superior to the Reebok
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Great investment! lol
June 9th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
Pro-life propaganda.
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Still ONLY talking Raiders, KrappyRat?
Too funny
June 9th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Antispy3 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
TxRaider210, the D Moore set me back $300 but just a drop in the bucket when compared with what I’ve spent over the years on Raider gear.
The Nike hoodies & jackets have yet to be released. And the receiving gloves are the bomb, so there’s a coupla weekends in store to pay that bill. . .
And I gotta get a white D Moore Nike game jersey, just for accuracy sake. . .
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I heard that man. Soon as I get the word on a job extension at work, I’m going on a jersey-buying binge.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Coaches won’t get much rope to allow for a 51% conversion rate, if it costs them a game the first month of the season.
That is quick way to get your azz fired.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:41 pm
I need those receiving gloves for the bar, so I don’t drop the brewski when Burris knocks out a QB!
June 9th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
I can’t see a coach losing a homegame 21-20 because they went 1 for 3 on two point conversion, and trying to rationalize to fans and the GM that just wait on the whole season and a 51% conversion rate.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
@JFB I really hope they don’t play down to any teams levels(being conservative), but that they play their own game and rack up points as often as possible.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
Raider O, let’s free those beautiful women
June 9th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Coaches won’t get much rope to allow for a 51% conversion rate, if it costs them a game the first month of the season.
That is quick way to get your azz fired.
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That’s the glass is half empty view. The case for Half full could just as easily apply. Winning an additional game or two by applying this approach is what you would expect from and out-of-the-box thinking HC.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
I believe you don’t go for two in the first half of any game, and really shouldn’t need to do it until the 4th quarters, unless it is a low-scoring game, and you maybe go for it in the 3rd quarter.
When and how you score points matters. You can 54% on two points for the year, but if you lost 2 games because of it, and won only 1 because, you will and SHOULD be fired.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
I love showing my allegiance to the Seahawk fans. Got into it in the grocery store this morning with a Chefs fan, of all things. . .Called Cassel “Sam,” talked about their ACL epidemic last year 7 asked him if he remembered the last time KC beat the Raiders @ home. . .although I left the door open to a Chefs beating Oaktown in Oakland @ home reprisal. . .but the checker was laughing his head off. . .
June 9th, 2012 at 12:53 pm
51%?!?!?
Basically it’s 50/50, and I don’t like these odds with 16 games were every game counts.
If it was 65% or better, I would consider it.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:58 pm
Btw,
Women are free to vote, work, drive, etc… Saudi and other counties in that area are not the norm.
June 9th, 2012 at 12:59 pm
If you guys don’t think Pryor could generate a 65% success rate on the 2 point after play then let’s quit talking about him making a difference anytime soon. Everybody wants to anoint him a starter with virtually no NFL experience when we have a proven commodity – a true franchise QB who should be god for at least the next 4 years. I was just suggesting a high probability play that would more often than not be successful when run by an athlete with his reported skills & abilities.
If TP can’t run the points after play successfully then what chance does he have running the offense full time?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:00 pm
@158 I’d guess in the tougher games, DA may play the clock management and good D type of game. I think he knows the offenses he must keep off the field.jmo
June 9th, 2012 at 1:00 pm
meant 157
June 9th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
PMPP IN FULL EFFECT
Slapping the KrappyRat, smokin’ doobies and watching my bootleg copy of Prometheus on the 92″ plasma
Brahs I’m all for getting a solid BJ during an afternoon sci fi flick, but dang girl – can’t you put on a pair of hella soft slippers?
Ho keeps clicking her stripper heels together whenever she achieves deep throat, messing with my Dolby Surround Sound
Just keeping it real
June 9th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
Beeech,
It happens a lot with strippers due to those cheap clear heels.
Solution: upgrade and get nice stilettos.
PMPP is the shiznet!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:10 pm
Hewitt Dixon invented the end zone spike.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:12 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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That would be up to them, not you
June 9th, 2012 at 1:12 pm
Winning an additional game or two by applying this approach is what you would expect from and out-of-the-box thinking HC.
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Well, the 2 point conversion has been around over 10 years now, and nobody has even tried it for a month or so.
Too much risk for too little reward.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Someone say clear heels? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmGcS-1PcKw
June 9th, 2012 at 1:17 pm
Women have the right to freedom, too
June 9th, 2012 at 1:17 pm
If TP can’t run the points after play successfully then what chance does he have running the offense full time?
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The NFL average on 2 points was 48% last year.
You telling me Terrell Pryor has almost a 35% added advantage (from 48 to 65 percent) of every other NFL QB?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:19 pm
KoolKell, why don’t you take your Free Tibet attitude somewhere else and leave O alone.
We actually have a football topic that some of us are discussing.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:27 pm
I can see putting in some trick two point plays with Pryor and try to take appropriate risks and use the element of suprise, but if teams know that every two point conversion will be attempted by Pryor, we would be LUCKY to convert 45% of them.
It’s not easy to score from the 2 yard line, with everyone clumped in together.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:29 pm
JFB, I like that TP is a gym rat, he was already a physical mis-match, maybe he adds muscle for short yardage plays.idk
June 9th, 2012 at 1:29 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
Guys, I’m about to order the white/Reebok DeGnarlious(TM of Plunk) only 40 bucks..hellyeah
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Credit for DeGnarlious belongs to JLofty.. TX you going thru Raider Image? Got mine for $40!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:30 pm
Maybe I should read before cut/paste..lol
June 9th, 2012 at 1:32 pm
LOL..I think I’m gonna put that dough towards the Burris Nike.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:32 pm
O Dawg, finally talked the stripper into trading the heels for a pair of K Swiss
She finished up the BJ and went for a jog on my treadmill
Yo, Prometheus is hella tight but not in the same universe as Alien/Aliens. I’d even put Alien 3 (sci fi penitentiary dizzle, whut whut?) ahead.
The best sci fi flick ever HANDS DOWN is Spaceballs
I bet she gives great helmet
June 9th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
Plunk if I get the custom Burris now..almost guaranteed I’ll be the first in San Antonio to have it. lol
June 9th, 2012 at 1:38 pm
Whut up blog beyotches!!!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:39 pm
Prometheus sucked big time. Totally unimpressed.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:40 pm
Im high. Can’t cut n’ paste.
Prometheus sucked big time. Totally unimpressed.
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The Beeech Dawg Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:32 pm
O Dawg, finally talked the stripper into trading the heels for a pair of K Swiss
She finished up the BJ and went for a jog on my treadmill
Yo, Prometheus is hella tight but not in the same universe as Alien/Aliens. I’d even put Alien 3 (sci fi penitentiary dizzle, whut whut?) ahead.
The best sci fi flick ever HANDS DOWN is Spaceballs
I bet she gives great helmet
June 9th, 2012 at 1:41 pm
Maybe we will see Tebow go for two a whole bunch this year while Sancho leads from the bench
June 9th, 2012 at 1:42 pm
The story in Prometheus was so convoluted and bad the special effects never stood a chance.
Kinda like when MStafford put the ol’ okee-doke on Turdlando.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:43 pm
Whut up Dave!
Thanks man, I won’t bother seeing that flick.lol
June 9th, 2012 at 1:43 pm
Puny god, funniest scene ever.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:43 pm
Prometheus?
Yawn, wake me up when they put Loowee Wu and the Ringworld on the big screen.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:44 pm
My new DeGnarlious will be only my 2nd jersey, but I’ve got other swag aplenty. Probably 15 T-shirts, couple of hoodies, at least 5 jackets, underwear, PJ’s, slippers, and I dont even know how many hats.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
Are you just trying to encourage the debauchery of America for religious/nationalist reasons?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Plunk
Do you have the old skool “Real Men Wear Black” shirt? I found one years ago and had to grab it..nice collection though!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:47 pm
Yo all the fine ladies get hot when you pop Spaceballs on the plasma
Then you can be like “Yo Ho, what’s your religion?”
And she’ll be all like “Thanks for asking, Beeeech Diggity, I’m Jewish”
Then act you just stepped in dog poop and say “Huh, you’re Druish?”
She’ll be like “No BD, I’m Jewish”
“You’re Druish?
“I said Jewish”
“Right. Druish”
“Dude are you deaf”
“Huh”
“Dude, are YOU DEAF?”
“Ha, got you”
And the burn will be on her
June 9th, 2012 at 1:47 pm
MStafford put the ol’ okee-doke on Turdlando.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Too much risk for too little reward
$$$$$$$$$$
Exactly. 51% success rate.
Let’s say we have a great offense that averages 4 TDs per game, thats 64 attempts, 51% success rate is around 33 points, and that’s not better than 64 points. We should use it in certain situations but that’s it.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
POP, POP! Internet drive by biotch! I just put a cap in your ass Beeech Dawg, courtesy of the Genius Boys gang. Sac Town represent!
June 9th, 2012 at 1:52 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:19 pm
KoolKell, why don’t you take your Free Tibet attitude somewhere else and leave O alone.
We actually have a football topic that some of us are discussing.
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Why don’t you mind your own business?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
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Raider HO calls other trolls, then whines and cries to the biggest troll on the blog for help. In addition to being a liar and a cheat, Raider HO is a hypocrite. And these things are proven, not speculated. Now watch the biatch cry.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
Wheeler and Burris have recently spoke pretty highly of McClain. I hope he comes through but I’m not gonna hold my breath.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Beeech doesn’t live in a Muslim country as far as I know.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:55 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
Are you just trying to encourage the debauchery of America for religious/nationalist reasons?
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.?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Beeech doesn’t live in a Muslim country as far as I know.
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So why are you here?
June 9th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Chiefs TE Kevin Boss who is a former Oakland Raider described 2011 as a strange year. He mentioned that it was up and down, and there was frustration. He indicated he wished he could have contributed more offensively when he was with the Raiders. Boss was interviewed on NFL Radio on Jun. 9, 2012.
Boss looks back on the events of 2011 and said that it was a blessing in disguise. He ended up with Kansas City.
He perceives the Chiefs as a more stable organization than the Raiders.
I disagree with this perception because major transitions in the Raiders’ franchise can not be perceived as unstable if, in fact, they are goal-directed and there will be evidence that steady gains are being made toward those new goals.
Steady progressions toward strengthening the team under the leadership of Reggie McKenzie and Dennis Allen are evident. The progress has a steady and upward trajectory, and this is an indication of progress, not instability.
Change that has an upward or monotonically increasing pattern is, in my opinion, steady and positive.
Furthermore, when the Oakland Raiders encounter the Kansas City Chiefs on Oct. 28 and Dec. 16, and when they defeat the Chiefs, then that will be a measure of the stability of the Raiders and the new commitment to excellence.
When this happens, Boss and others will have to remember that they could not discern the emerging strength and stability of the Oakland Raiders new era in 2012.
June 9th, 2012 at 1:58 pm
Raiders For Life Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
Wheeler and Burris have recently spoke pretty highly of McClain. I hope he comes through but I’m not gonna hold my breath.
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Hopefully he caught on that Reggie doesn’t play, team is family, but the best “employee” should take the field.imo
June 9th, 2012 at 1:59 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Plunk
Do you have the old skool “Real Men Wear Black” shirt? I found one years ago and had to grab it..nice collection though!
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Dont have that one.. I usually try buy a parking lot shirt when I go to a game, kinda bootleg.. One of my fav’s that I saw , but don’t own said “I’d rather have a sister in a whorehouse than a brother on the 49ers”… LMAO..
June 9th, 2012 at 1:59 pm
O Dawg, send out the PM Party Patrol rumble signal
It’s time to take care of the lame Genius Gays gang once and for all
The just did a blog drive by and ran away crying
I’m sure we can surround them at Albert Puss’s mom’s house. Guaranteed we’ll find Puss and Madden Retard hiding under her bed again next to the cat
June 9th, 2012 at 2:00 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
No thank you KK. Freedom doesn’t mean being a sex object.
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Yet you encourage Beecham every chance you get,
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Beeech doesn’t live in a Muslim country as far as I know.
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But why do you think hes sooooooooo funny, If you don’t believe in it?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:39 pm
Prometheus sucked big time. Totally unimpressed.
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That means it’s probably real good. Since coming to this blog, I’ve learned that, in general, Raider fans have real sh*tty taste.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:00 pm
@200 DA>Romeo any day imo
June 9th, 2012 at 2:01 pm
Whats up Manouk! Gonna make it down for a game this year?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:01 pm
Plunk
LMAO!
June 9th, 2012 at 2:02 pm
MR, please take this opportunity go pound sand up your a$$.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:02 pm
Because I can. I’m an American too. As soon as I finish my MBA, I’m going there for a few years to save money. You get paid us salaries because of your citizenship, but the cost of living is less than 1/2.
It’s a great thing to be s dual citizen not a crime. lol
June 9th, 2012 at 2:03 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 1:59 pm
O Dawg, send out the PM Party Patrol rumble signal
It’s time to take care of the lame Genius Gays gang once and for all
The just did a blog drive by and ran away crying
I’m sure we can surround them at Albert Puss’s mom’s house. Guaranteed we’ll find Puss and Madden Retard hiding under her bed again next to the cat
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You can’t handle A.B. “Bringing the” Paine and Mad Dog Sully44. We also got our boy Dvrick rocking the Uzi.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Plunk is a big fan of the Twilight movies.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:07 pm
Plunk
I hope to make it to a few. I have to go to the Donks. Raiders have beat them everytime i have gone.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:07 pm
But why do you think hes sooooooooo funny, If you don’t believe in it?
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Just because I don’t believe/ condone certain things it doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy a few jokes about the topic.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:08 pm
Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Plunk is a big fan of the Twilight movies
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actually, never seen one, but thanks so much for another proof of your identity.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:08 pm
So you’re just pandering to stupid Americans?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:09 pm
Plunk, I’m not MR. But, I can tell when people are stupid enough to believe that I am.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:09 pm
STFU Kell.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
A.B. “Bringing the” Lame, Sad Pup Sully and your daughter Dvrick -
First off, how’re you even driving, I doubt any of you 3 nerds owns a driver’s license
Puss, when the PM Party Patrol finds you hiding at your mom’s house, we’re taking The Genius Gays to your High School and taping you all to the goal posts
June 9th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
I’m thinking that one too.. Love to see Martian-Head go down, should he survive long enough to face us. Keep in touch, we’ll get JLofty and make a Reno-blog invasion.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
Out of respect for Peyton Manning I kind of hope the Raider aren’t the team that ends his career.
But…if Lamaar Houston fats all over him and Peyton gets strapped to a cart then, oh well.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Sounds good.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Ok, just trying to figure. you don’t believe in women’s sexual freedom, but you think Beechams funny………….because its a joke?
So, you think Beechams a joke? so do I
June 9th, 2012 at 2:16 pm
I don’t think WE are stupid, and I don’t like pandering, but I respect other cultures, govs, and humor, even if I don’t agree with it.
Example: I don’t condone Homosexuality, but I believe in same sex marriage. I respect their right to be treated equally in a country that claims equality for all.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Man, it just wouldn’t be a Beeech Diggity Party Weekend if KrappyRat wasn’t whining and crying about me!
Sad old fool is obsessed, just too funny
Although you gotta feel bad for the old Troll – he’s probably blogging because it’s his anniversary
June 9th, 2012 at 2:17 pm
O, so can we assume a lot of the things you say, you don’t believe in?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:18 pm
Ok, O.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:19 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Ok, just trying to figure. you don’t believe in women’s sexual freedom, but you think Beechams funny………….because its a joke?
So, you think Beechams a joke? so do I
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No. I think Beeech is funny.
Another example: I don’t condone sleeping with 70 yo women, but I enjoy ODB’s jokes about Betty White, Gummer Hummers, etc..
June 9th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
Kool Kell doesn’t like to sell houses. But he pretends that he does.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
This is why I love california watch a game 7 and then start my saturday night
June 9th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Why are you so interested KK? Isn’t there something better you can do on a Saturday than ask another blogger a lot of personal questions?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Raider O, don’t try and figure out Kell. He is an enigma. He complains about racism, but is a racist. He complains about trolling, but he is a troll. He complains about stalking, but he is a stalker. Sometimes he just needs a good nap.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:29 pm
My, my.. The Pot has a mighty loud mouth about the Kettle today, no?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:07 pm
But why do you think hes sooooooooo funny, If you don’t believe in it?
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Just because I don’t believe/ condone certain things it doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy a few jokes about the topic.
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That’s what a hypocrite would think.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
Why don’t you mind your own business?
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Why don’t you?
I don’t remember anyone asking you to interject into THEIR conversation.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
This blog is gonna go to shiz between June 14th and July 29th. That is going to be a long haul.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
R4L
I dont come in here much anymore. Its getting bad.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Should make people use their real names and see how they act then.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Well, we were having a nice FOOTBALL conversation, until KoolKell came in and started demanding attention and swining his purse at people.
Par for the course unfortunately.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Can’t wait to see Jesus take Peyton’s knee out next year. You know there is going to be some retribution for the way they treated Tebow.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:42 pm
Kevin Boss…. He’s just gonna get his Noggin rung again…
Problably still seeing double…
June 9th, 2012 at 2:43 pm
We just hve to how this zone blocking holds up.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
DonManoukiansNeighbor Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Should make people use their real names and see how they act then.
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If that became law the internet would cease to exist.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
Don, nice grammar. Are you drunk?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
That’s usually the way it works isn’t it?
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Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Well, we were having a nice FOOTBALL conversation, until KoolKell came in and started demanding attention and swining his purse at people.
Par for the course unfortunately.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
DonManoukiansNeighbor Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:43 pm
We just hve to how this zone blocking holds up.
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The guy who really is impressive is Briesel. That was a good pick up right there.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
I saw where the Donkeys have Tebow listed on the Best and worse Qb list….
I guess they were afraid Timmy would have a word with Jesus if they only had him on the worse list …. Hate the Donks
June 9th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
It’s Saturday right?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
JFB
I never hear you telling anybody else what they can say on this blog.
I just find it ironic that Republicans and Islamist both feel they can tell women what to do, yet Republicans hate Islamists. And would ne er vote for a person with Hussein in their name.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
Kevin Boss’ cocunut is about one more big hit from making him have to hang em up.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
I like Tebow now that he’s not a Bronco.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
I dont come in here much anymore. Its getting bad
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Yes, it’s unfortunate because there are some good football minds in here that I’ve learned a lot from.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Asa matter of fact, accuse the Prez of being Muslim.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Republicans don’t actually hate Islamists. They pretend to for political reasons. Just like you pretend to sell houses.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
I never hear you telling anybody else what they can say on this blog.
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Well, in a backhanded compliment type of way, I have hope you may listen.
You DO talk football at times. Beecham and these other acts, are always 100% in character, so I have no hope there.
It would be different if it was a bunch of horsing around, BUT WE WERE TALKING FOOTBALL, and you jump in like a Blog Diva.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Who would you rather have, Ocho or T.O.?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
Blog Diva? I was as always talking issues. Issues you people don’t want to hear.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
If we dont want to hear it dont talk about it.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Ocho.. or …TO…..I’d take TO … Not sure why… But he might have a smiggen more in the tank than Ocho…
June 9th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Who would you rather have, Ocho or T.O.?
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I would rather bring back Johnnie Lee or Nick Miller
June 9th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Republicans don’t actually hate Islamists. They pretend to for political reasons. Just like you pretend to sell houses.
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Been doing so for 21 years. How many properties do you own?
June 9th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Yes, Blog Diva. That is you.
Out of respect I capitalized it for you,lol
June 9th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
I think some of Our WRs will step up this year .. Feel good about them..
June 9th, 2012 at 2:57 pm
LMAO @ “Blog Diva”.
June 9th, 2012 at 2:58 pm
Haha Haha Haha. Sooooooooo funny
June 9th, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Allah aku bar, ok?
June 9th, 2012 at 3:01 pm
Who would have thought Nick Miller was the cream of the crop as far as punt returners for us the last 3 years.
His average is almost double what everyone else did.
That’s a pretty sobering thought isn’t it?
June 9th, 2012 at 3:01 pm
I think some of Our WRs will step up this year .. Feel good about them
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I think so too. I’m looking foward to seeing which WR’s makes the roster and how many The Raiders carry.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:02 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Republicans don’t actually hate Islamists. They pretend to for political reasons. Just like you pretend to sell houses.
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Been doing so for 21 years. How many properties do you own?
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LMAO! How many properties do I own? What does that have to do with anything? I own zero properties.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
2 words K.
Allahu Akbar.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
once teams get to putting pads on, Plax may be getting a phone call before Chad or TO imo
June 9th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Wasn’t Goodson returning punts? Could he be an option?
Maybe not if he’s the #2 RB.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
Nick was OK on punts but dreadful on kickoffs.
There was the time he ran up to field one, got short-hopped and shined it OOB around the 3.
Or the Buffalo game, when he decided to bring it out a few yards deep, and than slipped before the 5 yard lline.
Great times!!!
June 9th, 2012 at 3:07 pm
BTW Kell, your website sucks.
http://www.move2alameda.com/
June 9th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
I’m not worried about PR as much as I’m worried about our coverage unit. We led the league in yards allowed (almost 600 yards in punt returns).
June 9th, 2012 at 3:10 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
2 words K.
Allahu Akbar.
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Pardon me.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:10 pm
Our Soccer Amabassador loved himself some Nick Miller, and had a great line after the shin-kick out of bounds.
I don’t remember it, but I remember it is as a top 5 Blog laugh.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
LOL, little Nicky was fearless though! Gotta give him that.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:16 pm
Too much risk for too little reward
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Exactly. 51% success rate.
Let’s say we have a great offense that averages 4 TDs per game, thats 64 attempts, 51% success rate is around 33 points, and that’s not better than 64 points. We should use it in certain situations but that’s it.
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I just remembered I forgot to multiply by 2. With a 51% success rate, we get 32.6 almost 33 multiplied by 2 is 66 points. All that work for an extra 2 points on 64 attempts. The chance of losing a game by a few points because we were too aggressive is not with it the extra 2 points per season.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaang! Kell is awful racist for being an Afro-Euro dude.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:20 pm
I’ll file it with Hasamite and Sahria for future use. lol
June 9th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Lol.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Hashemite, or Dolamite?
June 9th, 2012 at 3:24 pm
Dave,
You need edgemucation. It’s Afropean.
I miss Preppie. Damn you Mich!
June 9th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Hashemite, or Dolamite
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I’m sure some in here would prefer HASHemite.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:28 pm
KK,
The term dolma is used in Iraq, and I never heard it before coming here.
Btw, I blame the Hashemite family and GB for the current situation in that area. Revolution my a$$! More like occupation.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Some folks say Willie Green was the baddest mfkr the world has ever seen
But, I want you to light up a joint and take a real good schit, and let me tell you about a bad little mfkr called Dolamite
Dolamite was born in San Antoine, a bad little mfkr from the day he was born
At the age of 1, he was drinking whiskey and Gin
At the age of 2, he was eaton the bottles it came in.
June 9th, 2012 at 3:31 pm
soooo cloooose, yet soooo far….
June 9th, 2012 at 3:33 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PSKKyOmYNA&feature=fvwrel Some one say HASHemite?lol
June 9th, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
Nick was OK on punts but dreadful on kickoffs.
There was the time he ran up to field one, got short-hopped and shined it OOB around the 3.
Or the Buffalo game, when he decided to bring it out a few yards deep, and than slipped before the 5 yard lline.
Great times!!!
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How about Taiwan promising he would never get caught behind the twenty. First KO return ever, BAAM!!!!!! 12? yard line
June 9th, 2012 at 3:52 pm
hahahaha I love it when KK is getting drunk, gonna be a fun night!!
Firebaby, I recall the NM punt but I dont remember what I said either,
June 9th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
LMN
Congrats on the win, you must be ready to paint the town
June 9th, 2012 at 4:04 pm
I feel like Schleprock. Every Raider player over the past 12 yrs that I’ve rooted for has face planted.
Not this year. I will no longer jinx the team.
June 9th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
Go Kings! Go Kings! Go Kings! Go Kings! Go Kings! Go Kings!
Ah snap Beyotcheeeeeeezies!
June 9th, 2012 at 5:03 pm
LOL, I’ve never seen that Trailer Park Boys show. Is that Norco Bob and his buddies?
June 9th, 2012 at 5:45 pm
TPB was hilarious from 01-08. Good stuff when “chiefin”!
June 9th, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Let’s go Meltics!
Not one
Not two
Not three
Zero!!
Destroy the 3 gay Amigos.
June 9th, 2012 at 6:30 pm
Someone knock on the tanning booth door, wake beech up before he burns his eyelashes off again and tell him the devils are up
June 9th, 2012 at 6:40 pm
JB, hate to point it out to you, but you’re one position short on defense…
June 9th, 2012 at 6:41 pm
On the offensive depth charts, I don’t see DHB holding onto it for long if even to the beginning of the season. The ONLY tweets I’ve seen about him is how he went up for catches and dropped them. Still his weakness, balls thrown above his head, deep balls he has to adjust to. Hopefully the longer routes primarily go to Criner and Moore which seem to catch anything, and DHB gets put in mostly for shorter throws hoping to make more yards after the catch with his speed and size.
June 9th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Bey should be slot reciever
June 9th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
I have not seen any tweets. I was expecting Fatman and the blog pimp wonder to keep us up to date.
You know what they say about expectations,
Expectations are resentments under construction.
You hear that, Scary?
June 9th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-_U33O6Wn8
Yeahhhh!
June 9th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
1- Moore
2- Criner
3- slot: DHB/ Ford
June 9th, 2012 at 7:10 pm
Cmon Meltics!!
June 9th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Elfin Meltics!! Up by 2 now!
June 9th, 2012 at 7:32 pm
I swam across muddy rivers, and ain’t never got wet
Mountains have fell on me and I ain’t dead yet
I rode across the oceans on the head of my dk
And ate nine tons of cat schit, ain’t never got sick
June 9th, 2012 at 7:40 pm
KK How much vodka do you drink every night?
half gallon?
June 9th, 2012 at 8:02 pm
Effin Meltics!!
June 9th, 2012 at 8:18 pm
Lets go Sonics!
June 9th, 2012 at 8:39 pm
Raider Nation Poll:
Who would you rather see in Silver and Black:
Reggie Bush or Ricky Williams?
June 9th, 2012 at 8:54 pm
June 9th, 2012 at 9:02 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 7:32 pm
I swam across muddy rivers, and ain’t never got wet
Mountains have fell on me and I ain’t dead yet
I rode across the oceans on the head of my dk
And ate nine tons of cat schit, ain’t never got sick
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You must have some big buoyant balls to go with a wank that big. Sweet.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:13 pm
Somebody tell me again how Doc Rivers owns Spoelstra.
Celts have 3 future HOFamers and one arguable superstar in Rondo and yet everyone wants to line up and pay homage to em for getting to their conf. finals and almost winning.
Overrated.
Big 3 won as many titles as the Mavs.
Congratu-freaking-lations.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:13 pm
Wank.
An appropriate term for KK.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:43 pm
“You guys gotta keep on punchin’”
-Doc Rivers “The Genius Elite Coach” in the 4th quarter of his teams meltdown against Miami.
One title with FOUR future Hofamers.
June 9th, 2012 at 9:45 pm
Ray Allen “The Assassin” gets outplayed by Shane Battier.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:14 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 9:43 pm
“You guys gotta keep on punchin’”
-Doc Rivers “The Genius Elite Coach” in the 4th quarter of his teams meltdown against Miami.
One title with FOUR future Hofamers.
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If Perkins doesn’t get hurt, they would have won two.
If Rondo doesn’t get hurt, they might have won three.
If Jeff Green doesn’t get hurt, they might have won four.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:37 pm
OKC VS MIA just want the officanidaos want to see.
Haters, too bad for you
June 9th, 2012 at 10:39 pm
OKC will win 4-2.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:41 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 10:37 pm
OKC VS MIA just want the officanidaos want to see.
Haters, too bad for you
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When the Lake show got exited stage right, thats all I was lookin for.
June 9th, 2012 at 10:43 pm
I think OKC wins
June 9th, 2012 at 10:45 pm
Kevin Durant is smooth as buttermilk
June 9th, 2012 at 11:16 pm
Butter milk tastes like poo. Figures you’d like it KK.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:25 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Well, we were having a nice FOOTBALL conversation, until KoolKell came in and started demanding attention and swining his purse at people.
Par for the course unfortunately.
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Typical troll.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:45 pm
The Durant’s in 7.
Kevin Durant is as smooth Vanilla Almond milk.
June 9th, 2012 at 11:54 pm
The plot thickens.
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/boxing–timothy-bradley-jr–earns-stunning-split-decision-win-over-manny-pacquiao.html;_ylt=ArYygfUoJYtd7wwlyloy_aY5nYcB
June 9th, 2012 at 11:56 pm
What? That Kookie KK is a typical troll?
No doubt.
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Bad News Dude Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:25 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Well, we were having a nice FOOTBALL conversation, until KoolKell came in and started demanding attention and swining his purse at people.
Par for the course unfortunately.
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Typical troll.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:24 am
Never eat yellow snow. Don’t make that mistake like I did. Took a lot of hard work to get rid is the taste.
CODE BLACK GO GETTEM REGGIEMAC
June 10th, 2012 at 12:47 am
Dude.
June 10th, 2012 at 1:16 am
While mark and Reggie and DA bring the raiders into the 21st century, I do hope the raiders retain their unique image and continue the tradition started by coach Davis.
June 10th, 2012 at 2:31 am
LMN….
Didn’t see the game (working) but congratulations!!I hope England can do the same on Monday.
June 10th, 2012 at 3:17 am
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June 10th, 2012 at 4:22 am
go Heat!!
June 10th, 2012 at 4:49 am
neilb Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 2:31 am
LMN….
Didn’t see the game (working) but congratulations!!I hope England can do the same on Monday.
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Thanks mate, I cross my fingers, and hope Hodgson has the answer..
June 10th, 2012 at 4:53 am
Neil B…
but, why shouldnt you guys win, Group D is by far the easiest group..
June 10th, 2012 at 4:57 am
I thought Bradley won the fight.
You can’t do nothing for the last 5 rounds, like Manny did, and hope you won all 7 of the first 7 rounds.
Mayweather would have annilihated Manny, like I always said.
June 10th, 2012 at 5:39 am
LMN….
We had an easy group in the last World Cup…..
We’ve never beaten the Swedes in a competition as far as I know.France – unbeaten in 14 games?
With all the injuries and the press already on Roys’ back – expectations are low.
June 10th, 2012 at 5:52 am
Its all about the benjamins
Did you see the twitter post from Bradley showing a poster of Bradley-manning II on Nov 2012
June 10th, 2012 at 5:52 am
I should have added the twitter pic was before the fight
June 10th, 2012 at 5:57 am
Its all about the benjamins
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That’s why I don’t bother with boxing anymore.It always seems like the fix is in.
June 10th, 2012 at 5:58 am
Neil B..
fair enough, The french have internal turmoil in their squad, i dont see them nearly as good as they used to be.
Sweden isnt a threat at all, I like their coach, he have been in Denmark for several years, maybe even when Hodgson was a coach in Denmark.. they have some stars, but overall I dont see them as a threat.
Ukraine on the other hand, is the team to fear in Group D, I think they play an intriguing style of attacking football. Homefield advantage also counts, so I see Ukraine as winner or runner up in Group D.. England better take the other ticket =)
June 10th, 2012 at 6:16 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 4:57 am
I thought Bradley won the fight.
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That makes three of you.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:20 am
I hope you’re right LMN!
….and good luck for the rest of the championship.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:29 am
neil b
you too!
lets meet in the finals =)
June 10th, 2012 at 7:06 am
That makes three of you.
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Even the judge that had it for Manny had him one round away from a draw.
I am getting a kick out of everyone looking at the compu-punch numbers as reasoning. The same people must have loved to watch Pernell Whitaker slap for 12 rounds.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:12 am
La Milicia Negra Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 6:29 am
neil b
you too!
lets meet in the finals =)
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Denmark was incredibly lucky. The Dutch missed shot after shot from point blank range.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:13 am
A Pernell Whitaker blast? Ouch!
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Just Fire Baby Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 7:06 am
That makes three of you.
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Even the judge that had it for Manny had him one round away from a draw.
I am getting a kick out of everyone looking at the compu-punch numbers as reasoning. The same people must have loved to watch Pernell Whitaker slap for 12 rounds.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:13 am
Whut up ma beyotches!!
June 10th, 2012 at 8:18 am
Well it looks like I am the only Green Party member here so
What up ho!!
lol
June 10th, 2012 at 8:25 am
Hey Mike! Good morning. Trees here. Says hello.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:44 am
Just Fire Baby.
Good job making the case for Louis Murphy the other day.
We don’t need depth to become an issue at WR, keeping DHB, Moore and Ford as the only players who have actually seen NFL action is asking for trouble.
Murphy has some issues, mostly health, but he has proved he can get open and make plays in the League, he blocks well and as you pointed out, he played strong Special Teams last year, always a key for your bench players.
Criner looks like he can play, but he’s still a rookie with just a few no-contact prctices under his belt, making great, one-handed catches is just a part of the game, he obviouly has the hands, but let’s wait and see if he can separate and get open once he faces contact at the line, by the way … I think he’ll be fine, but let’s not jump the gun here.
If DHB, Moore or Ford go down for a while or two of them at the same time, it would put our 5th WR really close to serious playing time, I’d rather have Murphy than McCgee, Callhoun or Streater.
Besides, when it comes to age, as some folks want a “younger, hungrier” player out there, Murphy is the same age as Calhoun and just 1 year older than McGee and Streater.
It’s really simple, keeping DHB, Moore, Ford, Criner and Murphy makes this team strong at WR, replace Murphy with McGee, Streater or Calhoun and it becomes a question mark, imo.
And Murphy is in the last year of his contract, if he’s smart, he’ll come in ready to play and looking for a good deal, might as well take advantage of the situation, plus he makes for decent trade bait once the season starts and injuries hit other teams, provided our own health is good and Criner makes him expendable, we could get a late pick for him.
Look around the League, how many 4th-5th WR’s come close to matching Murphy’s NFL’s production, skill and youth (just turned 25)?.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:53 am
Thanks Bob!
Just to add to that…
Oakland Raiders’ wide receiver Louis Murphy, the team’s fourth-round pick in 2009, is ready to make a comeback after a letdown season in 2011.
Murphy has shown great potential, but the emergence of Jacoby Ford and Darrius Moore made the number of times he was targeted less frequent.
He had nice rookie season with the team and continued to develop until last season when he went down with an injury. His production at that point seemed to decline after he underwent groin surgery during training camp last season
In his first two NFL seasons, Murphy made a name for himself combining for 75 catches for 1,130 yards and six touchdowns. But last season he just could not find his groove and caught only 15 catches for 241 and no touchdowns during an the injury plagued 2011 campaign.
“I have a big chip on my shoulder,” said Murphy, “I have a lot to prove. … I haven’t played my best ball, and I know that those years are ahead of me.”
Murphy continued, saying that he never was 100 percent healthy in 2011, despite playing 11 games. “I just wanted to help the team out any way possible, and I just gave it my best,” said Murphy. Speaking about putting his 2011 struggles behind him and getting ready for 2012 Murphy said, “Oh man, it was frustrating. I am back and I feel good . Just ready to get it going.”
The Raiders would love to have him back in full strength in 2012. The addition of Murhpy’s play-maiking abilities, combined with emerging stars in Moore and Ford could prove to be quite formidable and provide the Raiders with a potent and explosive offense
June 10th, 2012 at 9:01 am
By the way, congrats to Lebron James, the NBA’s all-time scoring leader in game 7’s with an average of 34 ppg.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:06 am
Great tweet by J.A. Adande for the Finals:
“Before you automatically cast LeBron as the villain, would you rather have a player leave town or an entire franchise bolt?.”
June 10th, 2012 at 9:08 am
Don.
Nice piece, rooting for Murphy here…
I used to thik he was kind of a diva, but divas don’t lay it out on Special Teams like Murph did last year.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:08 am
Maybe it’s just coincidence that Murphys drop in production came around the time he made this statement:
“When you see a guy laying on the ground like that (DHB after vicious hit) you start to question whether you’re in the right profession”.
To me, that comment was very telling.
Is Murphy’s heart into this?
He’s openly questioning whether he should even be playing football.
Noone else seems to think his comment means anything. At the time I heard it I said “Uh Oh”.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:20 am
Oleeeeee
Ole ole ole
Oleee
Oleee
Italya!!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:24 am
Bob Marley Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 9:06 am
Great tweet by J.A. Adande for the Finals:
“Before you automatically cast LeBron as the villain, would you rather have a player leave town or an entire franchise bolt?.”
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The DESERTER was the entire franchise.
Lets Go Sonics!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:24 am
Noone else seems to think his comment means anything. At the time I heard it I said “Uh Oh”.
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I have seen that quote on the blog before, maybe by you and it is a great point. we could make a huge deal out of it, but time will tell. i am sure the GM and coach will be able to tell if the guy has “Timid” qualities once the fur starts flyin.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:25 am
Errrrrr, are we talkin’ bout Cleveland homie? I think LBJ left Cleveland worse off than Miami would have been had LBJ not gone there.
They still had Pat & DWade so……
Had they gotten Bosh & another name other than LBJ it’s impossible to say what might have been.
Maybe DWade would be sizing up ring 3 instead of still hunting for 2.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:26 am
DJ.
I think most players feel that way at some point, if he can’t get over it, then he should quit, but he had groin surgery in august of last year and missed a couple of months including training camp, seems like he could never catch up with DHB, Moore and Ford.
But he showed up in the biggest game of the year, week 17 vs San Diego, with 5 catches for 72 yards and a 27 yard run.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:26 am
LOL ODB.
Good day my Green Party Brother.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:26 am
Raidernationdave Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 9:25 am
Errrrrr, are we talkin’ bout Cleveland homie? I think LBJ left Cleveland worse off than Miami would have been had LBJ not gone there.
They still had Pat & DWade so……
Had they gotten Bosh & another name other than LBJ it’s impossible to say what might have been.
Maybe DWade would be sizing up ring 3 instead of still hunting for 2.
(I suck @ cut n paste)
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Bob Marley Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 9:06 am
Great tweet by J.A. Adande for the Finals:
“Before you automatically cast LeBron as the villain, would you rather have a player leave town or an entire franchise bolt?.”
June 10th, 2012 at 9:27 am
Good Morning Nation!! May the tree’s be with you this fine Sunday
June 10th, 2012 at 9:27 am
Spain’s got dis.
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Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 9:20 am
Oleeeeee
Ole ole ole
Oleee
Oleee
Italya!!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:33 am
Should’a got a card for that sch8t on the goalie from Spain.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:36 am
Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaang!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:40 am
Wonder how long Boss will like being a Chef after Burris or Tyvon crack him over the middle..
June 10th, 2012 at 9:41 am
For Rockstar and Lebron fans and haters out there, Bill Simmons on game 6:
“You know what happened by now.
LeBron strolled out with a creepy look on his face, a relaxed, detached expression that said … well … we didn’t know. Was he pissed off? Had he checked out? Had he finally turned on his teammates? He was barely interacting with them, lost in his own little world, like he was wearing headphones we couldn’t see.
He was definitely playing hard, but you couldn’t interpret what the overall vibe meant. Was this like a Dwight Howard thing? Like, “I’m here to do my job, and I’m going to try hard, just know that I’m here because I have to be?” Had the pressure finally broken him? Was he feuding with Wade? What was his agenda?.
And then … the shots started going in. Swish. Swish. Swish. It’s like Miami realized, “Oh yeah, the Celtics don’t have anyone who can guard LeBron James,” and more important, LeBron realized it.
He stopped worrying about sharing the ball, getting teammates involved, swinging it to the open man, being liked.
Maybe LeBron said to himself, “F… it, I’m playing all 48 minutes, I’m scoring at least 50 points, and if we still blow this game, nobody can blame me.” Maybe he said, “Wade already has a ring, it’s time to get mine.” Maybe someone (Wade?) said to him, “Enough with this me-then-you-then-me crap, it’s your team, hog the ball, do your thing and take us home.” Maybe Game 5’s embarrassing defeat, as well as the humiliating “Good Job, Good Effort” kid and 36 hours of “Should they break up the Heat?” stories pissed him off.
I don’t know what happened. I just know the shots wouldn’t stop going in. After about the fifth dagger in a row (he made 10 straight), the crowd started groaning on every make — shades of Philly’s Andrew Toney ripping our hearts out 30 years ago.
If you’ve ever been in the building for one of those games, you know there isn’t a deadlier sound. He single-handedly murdered one of the giddiest Celtics crowds I can remember. Thirty points in the first half. Thirty! All with that blank look on his face.
It was like watching surveillance video of a serial killer coldly dismembering a body and sticking the parts in the fridge. Only we were right there.
You can’t imagine what this was like to witness in person.
I know Michael Jordan had similarly astonishing games, and others, too, but not with stakes like that.
This wasn’t just an elimination game. This was LeBron James’s entire career being put on trial … and it only took an hour for him to tell the jury, “Go home. I’m one of the best players ever. Stop picking me apart. Stop talking about the things I can’t do. Stop holding me to standards that have never been applied to any other NBA player. Stop blaming me for an admittedly dumb decision I never should have made. Stop saying I’m weak. Stop saying that I don’t want to win. Stop. Just … stop.”
As a Celtics fan, I was devastated. As a basketball fan, I appreciated the performance for what it was. One of the greatest players ever was playing one of his greatest games ever.”
June 10th, 2012 at 9:46 am
Sorry for the basketball talk, I just think Lebron gets so much undeserved crap that people should give him the same amount of credit when he performs, can’t help it I’ve always been in his corner.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:46 am
Dave,
Where is our Soccer Ambassador? Wake him up!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:47 am
Now watch Lebron and the Heat stink it up in the Finals…lol.
Hope not.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:50 am
Durant is better/ younger than Queen Janes aka The Deserter!
Let’s go Sonics!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:56 am
Kirk Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 8:12 am
La Milicia Negra Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 6:29 am
neil b
you too!
lets meet in the finals =)
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Denmark was incredibly lucky. The Dutch missed shot after shot from point blank range.
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yup, we were.. but we were also very good at stopping their midfield. Their wings had to seek into the mid, and that clogged up the field for them, then it was easier to stop them.
still they had shots on the posts and was overall very dangerous, but the fact they once again under estimated us, was their downfall. We have a very disciplined team and their arrogance was what made them lose the semifinals in 92.. should have learned their lesson, Germany at least have..
But, Holland is one of the best teams in the world, always belongs in top 5, so we knew we would be bombarded. they just didnt remember we could hold our heads cold and focus, they got more and more erratic.
Robben had tons of possibilities to make the assist, but chose everytime to take the shot himself..they lost their head and we kept ours.
it was the perfect upset, Holland has 24 starts, we have maybe 2 or 3.. the 3 highest paid dutch players are more worth money-wise than our entire team.. so we knew we were underdogs, but we usually play well against teams like that. There is a reason why were #10 in the world..
June 10th, 2012 at 10:02 am
O.
Durant is unbelievable and rare, a great kid, humble, hard-working, nice family, completely clean off the court, he’s so likable I’m almost starting to dislike him, I want to, but I can’t.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:04 am
….correction
it was the perfect upset, Holland has 24 STARS, we have maybe 2 or 3.. the 3 highest paid dutch players are more worth money-wise than our entire team.. so we knew we were underdogs, but we usually play well against teams like that. There is a reason why were #10 in the world..
June 10th, 2012 at 10:04 am
thanks Marley. that was cool of you. very mature
I’ll admit I was not a Heat fan until they signed LeBron James, nor was I a Cavs fan before he left there [Iverson was still in the league back then]
As the best player in the league, with no off-court baggage, I can’t help but root for him. He’s amazing.
I’m looking forward to seeing him match up with Durant. That’ll be fun to watch. I like the Durantula too. Oddly enough, after besting the “veteran” Celtics … compared to OKC … Miami is the “veteran” team!
June 10th, 2012 at 10:06 am
If OKC wasn’t playing against the Heat – I would want them to win the championship
since LBJ ruled the East [again], i’m rolling with King James!!
June 10th, 2012 at 10:07 am
LMN,
You guys are good, but not top 5.
-Brazil
-Italya
-Germany
-Arg
-England
-Portugal
You guys are next with teams like France, Sweden, Switz, Neth, etc..
June 10th, 2012 at 10:09 am
Congratulations RR.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:10 am
Raider O..
either you are an id1ot or you are yanking my chain..
I live in DENMARK
Netherland/Holland is the same thing, they were in the finals in the world championship…
June 10th, 2012 at 10:12 am
Raider O…
here are UEFA’s word for it…
http://www.fifa.com/worldranking/rankingtable/index.html
June 10th, 2012 at 10:12 am
I think the Heat have like 4 players under the age of 27 and only 1 of them gets playing time
June 10th, 2012 at 10:13 am
I don’t understand why Holland is ranked this high.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:13 am
#9 in the world, #6 in europe…
June 10th, 2012 at 10:14 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:13 am
I don’t understand why Holland is ranked this high.
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if you dont understand soccer I imagine its tough.. but to win silver is a rather huge thing..
June 10th, 2012 at 10:15 am
Bob,
LOL
Great kid.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:19 am
Raider O..
maybe this will help..
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FIFA_World_Rankings#Current_calculation_method
June 10th, 2012 at 10:20 am
either you are an id1ot or you are yanking my chain..
I live in DENMARK
Netherland/Holland is the same thing, they were in the finals in the world championship…
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You guys are next with teams like France, Sweden, Switz, Neth, etc..
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You need to improve your reading skills. I did say you guys are 2nd tier IMO with teams like Neth/ Holland, France, Sweden, etc… I dont think you or Holland are as good as the teams I listed, so why was that so hard to understand?
June 10th, 2012 at 10:20 am
YEAAAAAAH!!! 1-1
June 10th, 2012 at 10:21 am
Miami might become the buffalo bills of the nba…
June 10th, 2012 at 10:24 am
LMN,
You must be drunk.
When was the last time they won a world cup?
NEVER
When was the last time they won the Euro CS?
88!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 10:26 am
I forgot to add Spain in my list.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:33 am
To me “The Decision” wasn’t the main thing to make me dislike Lebron and the Heat, it was the rock concert into they did and then the “Not 1, not2, not 3. not 4, not 5, not 6, not 7″ thing. Then to make sure noone misunderstood him he clarified how serious he was in saying that.
That total lack of anything resembling humility of any sort still bugs me. At least fake it a bit like most of the greats that know they’re great do, or have done.
Some will say “I admire his honesty and confidence”. I don’t. I think it’s being a pompous ass from a guy who’s teams haven’t won jack….yet.
Maybe it’ll be this yr.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:34 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:24 am
LMN,
You must be drunk.
When was the last time they won a world cup?
NEVER
When was the last time they won the Euro CS?
88!!!!
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and you point is?
the ranking is mathematical based on how each national team is as of now…
it doesnt matter ie that italy won in 90, because none of the players are one the team today..
just as when they rank NFL teams (though based on gut feelings more than numbers) Raiders past doesnt matter, its how they are today.
Holland have been in most quarter-, semi, or finals, thats why they are always in top 5.. simple because they are at top 5 team, pretty logical imo…
June 10th, 2012 at 10:37 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:20 am
either you are an id1ot or you are yanking my chain..
I live in DENMARK
Netherland/Holland is the same thing, they were in the finals in the world championship…
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You guys are next with teams like France, Sweden, Switz, Neth, etc..
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You need to improve your reading skills. I did say you guys are 2nd tier IMO with teams like Neth/ Holland, France, Sweden, etc… I dont think you or Holland are as good as the teams I listed, so why was that so hard to understand?
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again you dont make any sense.. you write, with teams like Neth/Holand…. “I dont think you or Holland are as good as teams I listed”
So, in other words Holland isnt as good as Holland?
que?
June 10th, 2012 at 10:39 am
My point is that they are good, but not that good. 2nd tier.
You guys beat them (congrats), and you were ranked 11th according to FIFA.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:39 am
“again you dont make any sense..”
I have been saying that since I first saw this turd on the blog.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:42 am
-Brazil
-Italya
-Germany
-Arg
-England
-Portugal
I was talking about this list, and I forgot to add Spain.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:42 am
I do however respect Lebron’s “talents” which he so graciously brought “to South Beach”.
He is an assassin when he wants to be. One of the most gifted and talented I have ever seen.
Like Pat Riley…I can’t stand that arrogant baztard but I do respect him as a formidable foe.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:43 am
Group A: combined 3217 FIFA points – 804,25 avg
Group B: combined 4537 FIFA points – 1134,25 avg
Group C: combined 4393 FIFA points – 1098,25 avg
Group D: combined 3591 FIFA points – 922,75 avg
there is a reason why Group B is called the death group.. #2,#3,#6 and #7 in one group, pretty heavy..
June 10th, 2012 at 10:56 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:42 am
-Brazil
-Italya
-Germany
-Arg
-England
-Portugal
I was talking about this list, and I forgot to add Spain.
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thats all fine and dandy, but let me educate you, Brazil and argentina isnt in europe..
how do you justify England on that list? according to your calculi Holland shouldnt be on the list because they havent won anything since 88, but England hasnt won anything since 66, so that doesnt compute..
Portugal on the list? they lost the EURO CS final in 2004, yet you have them on the list when Holland lost the WORLD CS 2010, doesnt compute..
I think you list is based on feelings and not evidence, and its alright. I watch more than 250 soccer games per year, I wouldnt discuss basketball with you, because I dont have the basis to make an educated remark about it..
June 10th, 2012 at 11:02 am
Really? An American football blog & you’re blogging about international football?
Really?
June 10th, 2012 at 11:03 am
thats all fine and dandy, but let me educate you, Brazil and argentina isnt in europe..
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Really?
Excuse my ignorance for assuming you have the ability to understand I was talking about world rankings.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:05 am
thats all fine and dandy, but let me educate you, Brazil and argentina isnt in europe..
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Btw, allow me to educate you, Brazil and Argentina ARE NOT in ….
June 10th, 2012 at 11:07 am
With Kevin Boss adding to the es-Raider angst (Stanford Routt fired the first shot) I would believe any self respecting Raider fan would be talking about NFL football related activities in an NFl football blog. . .
Take your European Championship talk to an international football blog! I don’t talk baseball on this blog &, for that matter confine my NBA (except when the OKC come to mind; I live in Seattle) comments to NBA blogs!
I realize football news is scant right now but, really, find a more suitable blog!
June 10th, 2012 at 11:08 am
Antispy3..
at least they/we aren’t biting eachothers throats.
there isnt any NFL news worth talking about. So people talk baseball and basketball, I know nothing about it, only some names and clubs.
a few here watch the EURO 2012 CS, so of course we talk about that while we waiting for some NFL news.. call it bonding if you will, but thats how its been every other season, you are an old dog in here, so I imagine you would remember =)
June 10th, 2012 at 11:16 am
Raider O..
Why would I talk about world rankings, they doesnt matter right now, right?
No reason for Coach Allen to say, remember guys, Houston Oilers were a pretty good team..
if you go back and read all my post regarding football, they are all about european teams, its EURO 2012 so talking about southamerican teams would be kinda ridiculous imo
anyhoo, its nice comeback to comment on my poor grammar and not on the arguments i made on how you make your weird list…
just as when i rebutted your helmet law comment, you wouldnt talk about it because you didnt have valid comeback..
well, at least you watch soccer, thats a start.. then the understanding will come later 20 or 30 years mayby =)
June 10th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Facts:
1- They never won a world cup. NEVER EVER NEVER! lol
2- Last time they won the Euro CS was 1988. 1988!!
3- You guys beat this great Team ranked 2nd according to the great FIFA and People like you who watch 250 games/ season, and you are ranked 11th?!? 11th!!
Let me know when they win Gold!
June 10th, 2012 at 11:18 am
Antispy 3..
that said, Kevin Boss needs to go down, bigtime!
“I just know now that I’m on the better side of the rivalry. … It’s been a great transition and it’s really been a blessing in disguise to have been moved on to greener pastures.”
fawk him
June 10th, 2012 at 11:20 am
Let’s get the new rankings up for Blog Biatch:
#1 Raider HO
#2 MR
#3 Biatchy
June 10th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I was talking about world rankings since the beg, and that should have been CLEAR since I had Brazil and Argentina on the list.
If you don’t like talking about world rankings, that’s fine, but it’s not ridiculous to talk about it. Don’t you believe in freedom of speech, or do you lack respect for other people’s opinions?
June 10th, 2012 at 11:27 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:17 am
Facts:
1- They never won a world cup. NEVER EVER NEVER! lol
2- Last time they won the Euro CS was 1988. 1988!!
3- You guys beat this great Team ranked 2nd according to the great FIFA and People like you who watch 250 games/ season, and you are ranked 11th?!? 11th!!
Let me know when they win Gold!
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actually we are ranked 9th in the world and 6th in europe.
again, if thats how you base you list i dont get you calculi.. what have portugal won? nothing lost euro 2004 final against Greece of all teams, why are they on you list..
England hasnt won anything since 1966, and they are on you list..
how about them facts? I dont get you list..
and its getting ridiculous to discuss this, some of the worlds greatest mathematicians have made the calculation method. read the links I posted, maybe you will understand it.
but yet your gut feeling is more accurate? I think its time to have 6month break form #eesh..
June 10th, 2012 at 11:28 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I was talking about world rankings
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You want WORLD RANKINGS OF WHINY ASS BIATCHES
1) Woody Allen
2) Kim Kardashian
3) Raider HO w/ a bullet
June 10th, 2012 at 11:28 am
Btw LMN, I guess when I want your opinion, I will go visit FIFA.com.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:29 am
You saw what Stan Routt had to say about the Raiders lockerroom digs compared to those of the Chefs.
Culturally someone with a college degree would have to take that into consideration.
At the end of the day (I went to Cal Berkeley) could one possibly compare KC culturally to the bay area?
Oh, well, will give the Raiders solace when the Chefs are crushed twice this year. . .
June 10th, 2012 at 11:30 am
Have to credit your diplomacy, La Milicia. . .
June 10th, 2012 at 11:30 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I was talking about world rankings since the beg, and that should have been CLEAR since I had Brazil and Argentina on the list.
If you don’t like talking about world rankings, that’s fine, but it’s not ridiculous to talk about it. Don’t you believe in freedom of speech, or do you lack respect for other people’s opinions?
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of course its okay to talk about world rankings, but for what reason? its apple and potatoes, and right now its apple season, so would be more logical to talk about the event thats going on right now imo at least..
would it be kinda weird to show up to a EURO CS rooting, shouting and cheering for Brazil?
wait for that talk for 2014 =)
June 10th, 2012 at 11:32 am
Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:28 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I was talking about world rankings
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You want WORLD RANKINGS OF WHINY ASS BIATCHES
1) Woody Allen
2) Kim Kardashian
3) Raider HO w/ a bullet
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Bwhahahahahahaha the first two was great, the last one should have been a 49′er fan imo..
June 10th, 2012 at 11:33 am
1966 is still better than Never, dont you agree, or do you need a mathematician to help you understand that? lol
I’m interested in talking about WORLD RANKINGS. We agree to disagree.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:33 am
Bwhahahahahahaha the first two was great, the last one should have been a 49′er fan imo..
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Raider HO has been climbing up the Whiny Ass Biatch chart like a rocket. He will top the chart by later today no doubt.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:37 am
of course its okay to talk about world rankings, but for what reason? its apple and potatoes, and right now its apple season, so would be more logical to talk about the event thats going on right now imo at least..
would it be kinda weird to show up to a EURO CS rooting, shouting and cheering for Brazil?
wait for that talk for 2014 =)
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I agree LMN. We shouldnt talk about the Raiders in the off-season, and we shouldn’t talk about NFL history when we are playing now, and….
That is kinda of weird IMO, and trying to tell people what they should talk about and when is the best time to talk about it is weird especially from a Dane.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Now let’s see what other accomplishments Raider HO is on track for: Liar of the Year, The Hip-O-Crite award, and let’s not forget Most Thieving POS! That award comes with a mask.
June 10th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:33 am
1966 is still better than Never, dont you agree, or do you need a mathematician to help you understand that? lol
I’m interested in talking about WORLD RANKINGS. We agree to disagree.
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we won the EURO CS in 92, but I of course rather had one a WORLD CS, that obvious.
but the ranking is current ranking, not an all time.. I assume you would laugh your socks off if England played their games with 11 starters from 66, right?
look at
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FIFA_World_Rankings#Assessment_period
within the last 12 month the calculation is multiplied by one, 12-24 months by 0,5. 24-36 months by 0,3. and it stops with 36-48 by 0,2…
which means any results older than 4 years doesnt matter.. which is smart when you have an EURO SC every 4th year..
June 10th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
Antispy3 Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:29 am
You saw what Stan Routt had to say about the Raiders lockerroom digs compared to those of the Chefs.
Culturally someone with a college degree would have to take that into consideration.
At the end of the day (I went to Cal Berkeley) could one possibly compare KC culturally to the bay area?
Oh, well, will give the Raiders solace when the Chefs are crushed twice this year. . .
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I was really excited when we got Boss last year, but he just asked for it from our D. DA>Romeo any day, and I’d bet Boss doesn’t catch any TD’s in the 2 games they play
June 10th, 2012 at 12:08 pm
What’s the over/under on how many times Moore burns Routt this season?
June 10th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
The troll is obsessed with me, all his posts are about me today. I must have crushed his weak personality (2 of them) and now he is trying to retaliate.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
Silverandblack666 Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:39 am
“again you dont make any sense..”
I have been saying that since I first saw this turd on the blog.
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Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:20 am
Let’s get the new rankings up for Blog Biatch:
#1 Raider HO
#2 MR
#3 Biatchy
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Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:28 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I was talking about world rankings
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You want WORLD RANKINGS OF WHINY ASS BIATCHES
1) Woody Allen
2) Kim Kardashian
3) Raider HO w/ a bullet
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Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:33 am
Bwhahahahahahaha the first two was great, the last one should have been a 49′er fan imo..
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Raider HO has been climbing up the Whiny Ass Biatch chart like a rocket. He will top the chart by later today no doubt.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$!
Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Now let’s see what other accomplishments Raider HO is on track for: Liar of the Year, The Hip-O-Crite award, and let’s not forget Most Thieving POS! That award comes with a mask.
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I’m not interested Troll. I’m not gay, do I don’t like other men. Try to get someone lest to give you attention.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
The troll is obsessed with me, all his posts are about me today. I must have crushed his weak personality (2 of them) and now he is trying to retaliate.
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Hahahaha. Uh, no. It’s just fun to watch you cry. Which takes about three minutes.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
So* I don’t…
Someone else*
That’s what happens when you use the troll’s posts. Your smart phone becomes a STUPID phone.
Later Nation.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
Terrell pryor will be then next great qb for us by 2014. His work ethic and being able to learn behind carson for a few years will make it an easy transition for him plus hopefully he will still be in the same offense like the favre to rodgers transition with plenty weapons.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Destroy the 3 gay Amigos.
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
I’m not interested Troll. I’m not gay, do I don’t like other men.
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Raider HO all you talk about is gayness. You’re not typing this in the closet are you?
June 10th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 12:29 pm
Later Nation.
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Have fun in the bath houses Raider HO.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:41 pm
Miami in seven if I bet with my head okc in six with my heart
June 10th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Would love to see a 7 game series. NBA Finals are worth the price of admission.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:49 pm
I’ll give it to OKC in six, since they whooped the Spurs.lol
June 10th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
http://www.latimes.com/news/nation/nationnow/la-na-nn-auburn-football-players-among-6-shot-3-killed-at-party-20120610,0,7810876.story
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Sad story here. Almost every victim was 20 yrs old, but one 19.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
Boss sounds like a man happy to shed the garb of the Silver and Black.
“I was in Oakland for such a short period of time that it wasn’t really something where I really understood the whole Chiefs-Raiders rivalry,” Boss told KCSP-AM in Kansas City, via SportsRadioInterviews.com. “I just know now that I’m on the better side of the rivalry.”
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Looks like Boss needs to get his ass kicked upon returning to the Coliseum.
June 10th, 2012 at 12:59 pm
San Antonio looked bullet proof going into OKC. Have to give the Blunder the nod on this one. Given the fact that LeBron is a choke.
June 10th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
@440 Yeah that’s what worried me about the Spurs, every streak must end.imo
June 10th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Tx, that was shocking what OKC did. I thought SA had punched their ticket thru the finals. They looked that good.
June 10th, 2012 at 1:14 pm
Yeah the Spurs just don’t have a physical big to match up with OKC.imo Durant is on a mission, but never count Miami out..
June 10th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
I think OKC will win the series 4-1
June 10th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Boss is just asking for anther concussion.
June 10th, 2012 at 1:22 pm
Seems that the last concussion made Boss forget he has to play our D twice this year.
June 10th, 2012 at 1:25 pm
After Tyvon crushes Boss over the middle..he says “how’s that for greener pastures, biatch”
June 10th, 2012 at 1:56 pm
Unless I’m in the mood for a soap opera, I don’t pay much attention to non football talk in here, but I finally googled OKC. When the he11 did they get an NBA team? lmao. Ever since Robert Horry hit that three against the Kings at the buzzer in that, how to put it, over-officiated series, I’ve paid no attention to basketball. But then, I was an ex showtime Laker fan that switched allegiances when I moved to NorCal, so obviously not a true fan anyway. Unlike Silver&Black until I die since ‘79.
June 10th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
The Durant’s in 7.
Book it.
Count it.
Write it the f*ck down!
June 10th, 2012 at 3:10 pm
I missed the Stanley Rout article. What did the parasite have to say after Al paid the backstabber about 5 mill a year too much
June 10th, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Hey look “O” may want to pay Shane Lechler minimum wage but I’ve found him to be a straight shooter otherwise.
STFU Peed more Bush.
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Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Now let’s see what other accomplishments Raider HO is on track for: Liar of the Year, The Hip-O-Crite award, and let’s not forget Most Thieving POS! That award comes with a mask.
June 10th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Kevin Boss firing warning shots
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/06/10/kevin-boss-im-on-the-right-side-of-the-chiefs-raiders-rivalry/
” “I just know now that I’m on the better side of the rivalry. … It’s been a great transition and it’s really been a blessing in disguise to have been moved on to greener pastures.”
-Kevin Boss
IMO, I can’t really blame him too much. Hue’s personnel decisions last year were occasionally baffling, and Boss was caught in the middle.
Then Reggie McKenzie came in, saw how ridiculous our salary structure was, and started cutting the overpaid fat. Boss was part the purge.
June 10th, 2012 at 3:34 pm
where is the routt story?
June 10th, 2012 at 3:36 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Tx, that was shocking what OKC did. I thought SA had punched their ticket thru the finals. They looked that good.
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and it ends the Laker talk on a Raiders blog.
Thank you, THUNDER.
Lakers will face a rebuilding….maybe they make a run for Dwight Howard.
June 10th, 2012 at 3:41 pm
Firebaby
My friend just mentioned something I have not heard the talking heads mention yet.
You have to knock the Champ out to take his belt. Historically any close fight always goes to the champ.
Did you see the rematch poster that was printed days before?
June 10th, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Oakglen is like a rabid bulldog when it comes to typefighting. He thrives on it. Proof is the 5 year ongoing fued with MB.
He must be getting bored because MB is not here everyday so O is oak’s latest target for abuse
June 10th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
haaaaaaaalllllllllllooooooooooooo…
where do i find the Routt story?
June 10th, 2012 at 3:58 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
http://www.latimes.com/news/nation/nationnow/la-na-nn-auburn-football-players-among-6-shot-3-killed-at-party-20120610,0,7810876.story
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Sad story here. Almost every victim was 20 yrs old, but one 19.
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Where was McClain that night?
June 10th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
My guess is riding dirty in Escalade with Nick Fairley and JaMarcus in Mobile.
June 10th, 2012 at 4:17 pm
LMN I know you are mensa material so this may have slipped that steel trap you call a brain.
You may have been too busy trying to make others like inferior so I will give you a clue
When I did not get a answer to my Routt question I Googled “Stanford Routt” “news” “past week”
June 10th, 2012 at 4:19 pm
Davey gave Bryce the day off and he still scored the winning run.
June 10th, 2012 at 4:26 pm
LMN,
According to your post 383, all the teams on my list are ranked in the top 10, so my logic and soccer sense is not that far off from what you consider the experts in soccer.
I don’t agree with Holland being 2nd, and losing to you guys should make you & FIFA reconsider that ranking.
June 10th, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Stanford Routt was no fan of the Oakland Raiders locker room.
Not the guys in it, mind you. He had plenty of friends after seven years with the Raiders, both teammates and those who worked for the franchise.
He just wasn’t a fan of the locker room itself.
“I could touch the ceiling standing up,” Routt said, gazing into the airy expanse of the Kansas City Chiefs’ spacious locker room. “The facilities here are so much better.”
The veteran defensive back is quickly settling into life as a member of his longtime division rival. He loves the hot, humid weather that comes with summer in the Midwest. He’s a huge fan of the relative lack of traffic. He appreciates the slower pace of life.
“It’s been great,” he said after practice Monday. “This was exactly what I was looking for. I spent my whole career in Oakland, and it’s nice to get a fresh start.”
Routt isn’t alone in growing accustomed to the Chiefs.
About a dozen stalls down in the locker room is tight end Kevin Boss, who also spent last year with the Raiders, giving each of them a certain amount of familiarity.
Then there’s the fact that Routt has played against the Chiefs twice a year for his entire career. He came into the new organization with some friendships already established, and that’s allowed him to quickly become part of the culture in Kansas City.
“I think the camaraderie has been the biggest thing, which is important,” said linebacker Derrick Johnson, the Chiefs’ elder statesman on defense. “He’s been able to come in here and get up to speed, and really he’s just one of the guys.”
There were other free agent signings made by Kansas City that generated more attention this offseason. Peyton Hillis will be toting the ball for the Chiefs rather than the Browns, and Eric Winston will be blocking for him rather than the Texans’ Arian Foster.
But it was Routt who may turn out to be the most important.
The Chiefs were unable to keep Brandon Carr, who had emerged as one of the league’s top defensive backs, and he ultimately signed with Dallas. That created a massive void opposite of Brandon Flowers, who Kansas City successfully signed to a long-term deal last year.
When the frenzy of free agency hit, Routt was among the Chiefs’ priorities.
Much has been made of his propensity for penalties – he was flagged 17 times last year, nine of those coming during a three-week stretch. But there’s also the fact that he was playing for the fourth-worst defense in the league, one that allowed nearly 400 yards of offense per game, and was regularly matched up with the opposing team’s top playmaker.
The Raiders fared better against the pass than the run, largely due to Routt, who started 30 of the 32 games that he’s played over the past two seasons.
“Some of his talent is beginning to show up now the more comfortable he gets with the guys around him,” Chiefs coach Romeo Crennel said. “His abilities begin to show.”
Things haven’t been entirely perfect since arriving in Kansas City.
Routt was covering wide receiver Jonathan Baldwin on a deep ball during one of the Chiefs’ organized team activities last week. Baldwin leaped into the end zone, twisted his body and made a one-handed snare that drew a chorus of “oohs” from just about everyone on the practice field.
Everyone except Routt, that is.
“That’s football. Sometimes you make a play, sometimes he makes one,” Baldwin said. “Like I said, it happens. I’d like to see that happen 20 more times in a row.”
The part about Baldwin making the catch.
Not the part about getting beat.
Read more: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/football/nfl/wires/06/04/2020.ap.fbn.chiefs.ex.raiders.1st.ld.writethru.0865/index.html#ixzz1xRC3xoNG
June 10th, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Plunkethead…
Thanks man! our search engines is for some reason blocked, so thanks for posting it!
June 10th, 2012 at 5:11 pm
lol no problemo
by the way did you see where I congratulated your team on a great win against a very very good team?
So whos gonna win? Spain again?
If I had to bet I would bet on the orange windmills. They might not lose again
June 10th, 2012 at 5:17 pm
LMN,
According to your post 383, all the teams on my list are ranked in the top 10, so my logic and soccer sense is not that far off from what you consider the experts in soccer.
I don’t agree with Holland being 2nd, and losing to you guys should make you & FIFA reconsider that ranking.
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 10:07 am
LMN,
You guys are good, but not top 5.
-Brazil
-Italya
-Germany
-Arg
-England
-Portugal
You guys are next with teams like France, Sweden, Switz, Neth, etc..
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That ^^^^ List is that world ranking or europe you mean? can you see how confusing it is when you talk potatoes during apple-season?
I assume you got the point so we are talking about the european rank, then you are totally right..
you are right denmark are a 2nd teer team, we will always be the underdog, but as 2nd teer team we are pretty good, we have beaten the best teams tons of times, and the other night we did again, but we were lucky. But also smarts, we were cooler and smarter, and thats why we pulled the upset home..
is there something called a 3rd teer team? in that case teams like sweden, switzerland, czech and ireland
2nd teer teams, would be England, Denmark, France, Portugal and russia.. have in mind we are 5.5 mio citizens, england 60, france 60 and so on, so its pretty nice to be at that level.
but you are dead wrong about Holland, they invented ‘total football’ in europe they will always be in top 5 and always in top 10 world-wise..
I admire their kind of football very much, elegant like spain and tough like germany’s, combined to something all in europe respect..
June 10th, 2012 at 5:22 pm
everyone see what Boss had to say?
LMAO
you have to be a good player in the NFL to say “i’m on the right side of the rivalry now” …
don’t worry Kev, you’ll be on IR by week 3 …
June 10th, 2012 at 5:23 pm
Apparently Bilukidi got out of a traffic ticket because he is a Raider:
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/06/10/rookie-says-being-a-raider-got-him-out-of-a-traffic-ticket/
June 10th, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Plunketthead Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 5:11 pm
lol no problemo
by the way did you see where I congratulated your team on a great win against a very very good team?
So whos gonna win? Spain again?
If I had to bet I would bet on the orange windmills. They might not lose again
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I had 3 favorites before it began, Holland, Germany or Spain in no particular order..
Russia or Ukraine are dark horses..
one thing I would bet on is Italy WONT win.. but yet again when they WORLD CS and EURO CS they had a scandal before, they have once again. So that might be a sign im gonna lose some money.
I dont like italy, I think they should be banned as a nation so they get their problem fixed. To me Matchfixing is way worse than doping. Matchfixing should be punished with lifelong ban for the player and 4 year period ban for the nation.. its worse than when a boxer goes down on purpose..
June 10th, 2012 at 5:27 pm
The Chiefs and Raiders have been rivals since before they were in the NFL.
That rivalry has flagged a bit in recent years as each team spent some time kicking around the bottom of the barrel, but their games always carried a little bit of extra juice. Thanks to a player who defected from one side to the other as a free agent this offseason, there might be a little something extra in the air when they renew acquaintances in Week Eight.
Tight end Kevin Boss was on the Raiders last year and signed with the Chiefs to give them more depth at tight end with Tony Moeaki. In an interview with KCSP in Kansas City, via SportsRadioInterviews.com, Boss claimed to know only one thing about the rivalry between the former AFL franchises.
“I was in Oakland for such a short period of time that it wasn’t really something where I really understood the whole Chiefs-Raiders rivalry,” Boss said. “I just know now that I’m on the better side of the rivalry. … It’s been a great transition and it’s really been a blessing in disguise to have been moved on to greener pastures.”
Well, it would seem that Boss could add ways to infuriate the Raiders fan base to the list of things he knows about the rivalry. You really wouldn’t expect Boss to say anything else, although his comments do suggest he legitimately didn’t like his year in Oakland all that much. Assuming Moeaki is healthy, he and Boss should give the Chiefs offense a dimension it was lacking last season.
Whether they do or not, we’re cool with more fanning the flames of the Chiefs-Raiders rivalry. Or any other rivalry, really
June 10th, 2012 at 5:30 pm
Who won that Canadian soccer game last night?
June 10th, 2012 at 5:31 pm
ABP…
NOT GOOD! imagine the cop had been 49′ers fan and he then would had done rectal check on him..
it had been better with a ticket and something called justice… IMO
June 10th, 2012 at 5:32 pm
Seattle and Miami are probably the only two cities that want to see the Heat win the championship.
June 10th, 2012 at 5:32 pm
ses you guys at ~7 pm….ish
June 10th, 2012 at 5:33 pm
LMN, I agree.
June 10th, 2012 at 5:37 pm
I would like to see a in depth article on the ballpark facilities (home & visitor) and the training camp facilities.
I take it the O and Alameda would be in the bottom five?
June 10th, 2012 at 5:44 pm
Paper cut no doubt!
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xraided Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 5:22 pm
everyone see what Boss had to say?
LMAO
you have to be a good player in the NFL to say “i’m on the right side of the rivalry now” …
don’t worry Kev, you’ll be on IR by week 3 …
June 10th, 2012 at 5:47 pm
just because he thinks it’s the better side doesn’t make it true … the queefs are nothing special and we’ll prove it twice this season and beyond. if they are a successful team when healthy, i can tell you all this much, it will have zero to do with Kevin Boss.. he’s a joke of a player.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:03 pm
LMN,
Portugal and England are 1st Tier, and they are ranked in the top 10 according to FIFA.
Btw, the link you posted in 383 shows World Rankings, so I’m still talking about world ranking.
1st Tier: Brazil, Italy, Spain, Germany, Argentina, England, and Portugal.
2nd Tier: Holland, Denmark Sweden, Switzerland, France, Russia.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:06 pm
Btw, Italy the team with no chance can still win it all since they can play with Spain. (tied game)
OLEeeeee
OLE
OLE
OLEeeeee
OLEeee
OLEeee
ITALYA!!!!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 6:08 pm
I don’t like Boss’s comments but he’s just trying to endear himself to the KC faithful and he probably isn’t happy with being considered replacable by the Raiders. Probably feels like he laid it out on the line in SD game when he took that huge hit for the TD.
Hue didn’t have many passes thrown his way. I’m sure Boss feels unappreciated.
That being said, i’d like to hear a new Raider say something like that about their former team.
They always say they’re glad to be wearing the S and B etc. etc. but i’d like to hear a newbie take a shot at one of our rivals. It’d be nice.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:09 pm
Btw, how can you be so confused about a list that has Brazil and Argentina, and assume i was talking about European rankings?
Brazil and Argentina!!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 6:20 pm
Lucked out “O”. Spain still is the top dog until they get beat.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:34 pm
They always talk about receivers and grade then as to how many catches they make, which can be a bogus way of grading them.
If a QB doesn’t throw the ball to a guy, how can he make the catch?
How many times was Boss actually targeted in a play?
Is it a reflection on a guys route running ability? Is it possible Boss ran perfectly fine routes but the QB just didn’t target him?
June 10th, 2012 at 6:35 pm
have in mind we are 5.5 mio citizens, england 60, france 60 and so on, so its pretty nice to be at that level
$$$$$$$$$$
excellent and impressive..
June 10th, 2012 at 6:35 pm
Those two jokers are blowing smoke. They go from living and playing in the bay area to being in Kansas City. If I were forced to relocate to Kansas City, I would prefer to be unemployed.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:38 pm
Dave,
Can’t argue with that logic, and have them ranked as 1st tier, but I’m a huge fan of Italya and Argentina. Wife and her family love Brazil since most of them are Brazilian citizens.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:39 pm
Kevin Boss was a horrible signing and I am glad The Reggie purged that squishy-head, stone-handed sissy out of here.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:40 pm
DJ, you nailed it.
There is no way that Boss tells the KC fans “Oh shucks, I sure wish I was still a Raider”
June 10th, 2012 at 6:48 pm
Messi is my favorite soccer player, and I think Messi and Tevez will be unstoppable.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:51 pm
Vegas,
We needed a vet TE last year after Zach joined Cable and Gallery, and Boss was the best available TE at the time as I remember.
Injury, bad roster mgmt, and bad play calling is not his fault.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
Boss had his fair share of drops last year.
And it seems like the few times he made a nice play, he couldn’t get up after it.
Not going to miss him one bit, and his salary cap was completely out of whack.
June 10th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Kevin Boss was a horrible signing and I am glad The Reggie purged that squishy-head, stone-handed sissy out of here.
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Dang JFB, a bit harsh but the truth hurts.
What’s up with the kid from Boise? He’s somewhat lean but could possibly beat out Gordon.
Ausberry Myers Efaw?
June 10th, 2012 at 7:01 pm
I think the kid from Boise is going to get a lot of run for this team.
I thought that was a very solid pickup.
If Boss wants to go to KC, and before even a preseason game start flapping his gums, then I will be more than happy to return serve.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 6:03 pm
LMN,
Portugal and England are 1st Tier, and they are ranked in the top 10 according to FIFA.
Btw, the link you posted in 383 shows World Rankings, so I’m still talking about world ranking.
1st Tier: Brazil, Italy, Spain, Germany, Argentina, England, and Portugal.
2nd Tier: Holland, Denmark Sweden, Switzerland, France, Russia.
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crazy..
why do you think portugal is that good, because they have Christina Ronaldo (spelling intended)? why is Denmark not 1st tire team, they are ahead of Portugal, have beaten them several times, and they have never won anything, I dont get it.
to put sweden and switserland at same level is just plain insulting, they have never done anything and they are lucky to have qualified to the CS.
I know you love italy, but to say they are great and in same breath say Holland is a 2nd tier team is plain ludicrous..
we won with a great portion of luck and for smarts, had they been in any other group Holland had been a sure group winner.. Germany feared 2 teams, spain and Holland, no other team and im not talking in the group, im talking about the CS.. well Germany have respect for Denmark, Holland should have remembered how we have played them the last 20 years. Hollands undoings is arrogance, a label Germany used to have.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
LMN is not giving in, lol!!!
I agree that Portugal is overrated. They are the Dallas Cowboys of Euro soccer.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:08 pm
Not that I am any type of expert on Euro soccer, but that’s my perception.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
No Shiz, they’ve been going at this all day.
No disrespect LMN
June 10th, 2012 at 7:18 pm
TE might be one of the positions to really watch for throughout the preseason.
I think that rotation is really up in the air.
Meyers could start, or get waived. Gordon is a mauler but not much of a threat to pick up yards.
Ausberry seems to be who they want to take it over, but he has always been injury-prone and mindbogglingly unproductive throughout his career (pro’s and college).
And then we have the Boise State kid, who could elbow his way right in the mix.
Should be intersting to watch it all play out.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:18 pm
Raider for life..
its all good.. I understand what you mean and feel..
its hard to fathom why he says what he does.. its like saying ravens isnt a good team and compare them to the bengals…
June 10th, 2012 at 7:21 pm
Ronaldo is one of the best players in the world, and that’s why Portugal is ranked high in my list and according to FIFA.
Ronaldo is great! Get over it.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Ronaldo seemed to wimp out yesterday to me.
He had one good pass, but other than that, he seemed disinterested.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:25 pm
raider o..
one player does not make a team, its 11 players that have to be great at the same time, thats why we win, we have 2-3 starts, Holland, Germany, portugal, spain and italy have all lost to Denmark because we are disciplined..
One ego and the team effort is gone, and thereby the team and finally the game…
June 10th, 2012 at 7:27 pm
You gave me all that crap about how FIFA is accurate, according to your post #383 Portugal is ranked 7th, and now you disagree with FIFA, and you think Portugal is overrated.
LMAO
Anything to keep arguing.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:29 pm
Regarding Argentina, Messi and Tevez are GREAT
yup, they are finally about to be the team they were in the 80’s
it all comes down to chemistry, egos and the coach abilities to make the team gel.. they can ruin it for themselves. but yeah they gonna be a safe bet for the finals, question is only how far.
but the WORLD CS is in 2014 IN BRAZIL so southen american countries have an advantage, european teams have a hard time with the heat and humidity.. that said for 2014 i have 5 candidates, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, spain and Holland in not particular order…
but the WORLD CS is in 2014 IN BRAZIL so southen american countries have an advantage, european teams have a hard time with the heat and humidity.. that said for 2014 i have 5 candidates, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, spain and Holland in not particular order…
June 10th, 2012 at 7:31 pm
Players like Messi and Ronaldo are elite, and elite players make a difference especially ones that score.
June 10th, 2012 at 7:32 pm
No Urguay?
June 10th, 2012 at 7:33 pm
Uruguay*
June 10th, 2012 at 7:37 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 7:27 pm
You gave me all that crap about how FIFA is accurate, according to your post #383 Portugal is ranked 7th, and now you disagree with FIFA, and you think Portugal is overrated.
LMAO
Anything to keep arguing.
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listen you cant have a cake and eat it too, or how is the saying..
YOU! are overrating portugal!
either you accept Holland is great and thereby portugal is below Denmark
or you say Holland is sh1t and say portugal is even worse but still below denmark..
Portugal have 3 great players Christina Ronaldo (spelling intended) Pepe and Nani.. thats it…
Holland start eleven are filled with great players..
Denmark have 2-3 big names, Bendtner (cough cough) Eriksen and the mighty Agger..
to say portgal is great is ludicrous they are as great as Denmark, and thats a not that great we demand respect but not awe..
How many games do you think Portugal will win? my guess is none or if they are lucky one… (hardly great)
June 10th, 2012 at 7:56 pm
You! Are underestimating Ronaldo!
Ronaldo is not great, he is elite!
June 10th, 2012 at 7:58 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 7:33 pm
Uruguay*
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yup, one of my favorite players are Diego Forlan, a wasted talent, jsut like Argentina’s Riquelme.
Uruguay has that all-attack football thats very entertaining..
but its way to soon to talk about 2014 only sure bet is brazil because they are automatic qualified because they are hosts..
all other teams has yet to qualify so no one know whom we are going to watch..
and on that note, im heading home and going to bed…
June 10th, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 7:56 pm
You! Are underestimating Ronaldo!
Ronaldo is not great, he is elite!
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yup, he is, but a team with one elite player doesnt make a great team. since Christina has been on the national team its not like they are an elite team and won lock, stock and barrel…
June 10th, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Night fellas, take care y’all…
June 10th, 2012 at 8:02 pm
Good night LMN and thx for the soccer debate.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:20 pm
Vegas,
I think Ausberry, Myers, and Gordon are our TEs this season. I can also see the big rookie WR Carrier getting a chance at TE. 6′4 240, abd he has good hands.
Don’t forget about Reece who can also play TE.
June 10th, 2012 at 8:53 pm
That missile that Messi fired against Brasil yesterday was fricken epic! What a shot! I saw that at 11:30 last night and I know I woke the neighbors with my shouts, “Messi you are one bad pero.”
June 10th, 2012 at 8:54 pm
Ausberry had 2 receptions in 2011
Gordon 1
Myers a Whopping 16
Kevin Boss 28
TE’s had 47 receptions.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:00 pm
Dave,
I can’t wait for the 2014 world cup. Argentina (Messi and Tevez) winning in Brazil will be Epic!
Oleeeee
Ole
Ole
Oleee
Oleee
Olee
Italya!!
Viva Argentina!!!
June 10th, 2012 at 9:02 pm
With Messi anything is possible. The dude is simply so far above the competition it’s truly scary.
Dude’s the best in the world. Period.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:08 pm
En los pantelonez, tien un verga es muy pacito.
Not directed at anyone, just practicing my spanglesh.
It’s actually pretty funny if you understand it.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:18 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 9:02 pm
With Messi anything is possible. The dude is simply so far above the competition it’s truly scary.
Dude’s the best in the world. Period.
$$$$$$$$$$$
I agree.
I didn’t know you are a soccer fan.
June 10th, 2012 at 9:21 pm
If You People were bothered today from all the soccer posts, blame our Soccer Ambassador aka Plunk & LMN.
lol
June 10th, 2012 at 10:22 pm
James Barnes – Stone Cold Raider Fan
1954 – 2012
June 10th, 2012 at 10:29 pm
Let me hear y’all say ‘word’.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:32 pm
Sorry to hear KK. I was just wordin that the lakers is use to be.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:44 pm
Thanks, Gro.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:50 pm
Go Raidah playa. Suppa boll here we come. Get ova it.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:52 pm
10 wins this year, I think.
June 10th, 2012 at 10:57 pm
A few fewer penalties, a litt e better defense……..I think that’s doable 10 wins.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:15 am
Raider O Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 7:32 pm
No Urguay?
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No, you are gay.
June 11th, 2012 at 2:20 am
`Execute` the WC properly then we will win
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkXt5Mol-0Q
June 11th, 2012 at 5:13 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 8th, 2012 at 12:12 pm
I found a video of DHB making tough grabs across the middle, in double coverage, where he’s about to take a big hit, one handed TD grabs, circus catches on the sideline, toe tapping the sideline while the defender tries to push him out, breaking tackles, making the big play in overtime, outracing players after the catch, and yes, a tough over the soulder grab against New England in DOUBLE COVERAGE
it’s a 9 minute video and probably the first 7 minutes have Russell, Gradkowski or Campbell as his QB and he’s STILL making plays for them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR_Mcd2swTQ
Been working with Carson Palmer all offseason.
King Darrius = beast!!
you’re welcome in advance
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After finally reviewing the video early this AM, I am not exactly seeing what you are seeing. Circus catches? No, sorry those don’t look like circus catches. Go see Denarius Moore for an example. And while he did have some examples of breaking tackles, outracing coverage after the catch, etc. I think this video if anything shows DHB’s glaring weakness.
More often than not, there is a hitch in DHB’s routes, a very brief hitch as the stops to grab the ball and go. I saw that a bunch of times on the video. DHB can’t catch the ball at top speed without adjusting his route speed or direction, and often squares up the QB. It’s actually pretty good technique for a guy with suspect hands. Better NFL receivers don’t hitch and go, or square up, but rather catch on the fly at top speed and burn downfield. That hitch in his patter and/or square-up costs DHB separation and a flurry of potential TD’s. No doubt he’s greased lightning once he gets in a footrace and is very tough to bring down from behind.
I Looked at the shoulder grab against NE in double coverage and wasn’t impressed. He gets that ball around his waist and the ball somehow splits the defenders and makes its way to him. He doesn’t go up and catch the ball at its apex. He lets the ball come to him. That coverage by the Patriots was pathetic, the fact it was double coverage makes it even more embarrassing. Blown coverage and poor ball skills all around.
Now I will give him some credit for a couple of catches he made against Miami. There was one near the sideline where he made a great play. But look at it again, and you’ll see he has to contort his body to make it happen. And the TD catch was also nice!
but…
RRS, that video only serves to reinforce what I felt about DHB. Very hard worker, nice motor, game breaking speed. But he’s limited in his eye-hand and body coordination to position his body and prepare for the ball in flight. Sometimes it’s that extra 1/100th of a second that is needed to set up the defender and have his hands in the right position and right angle, ready to adjust to ball even if it is errant. It’s a lot to ask of anyone, even athletes with track star speed. Reality is you can’t learn the ball hawking and hand-body coordination at this level. You either have it prior to the jump to the NFL or you don’t. They can’t be taught.
June 11th, 2012 at 5:21 am
Guest, I have to agree. . .
While running routes DHB has to chop his steps & when stutter stepping his exaggeration is quite pronounced. Definitely the tell tale signs of a track athlete with lack of adroitness. . .while he is a tireless worker he lacks fuidity & eye hand coordination. . .
June 11th, 2012 at 5:30 am
Route technique can be refined and a JUGS machine can improve your hands, but the ability to make an in-play adjustment and wait an extra 1/10th of a second before making your cut in order to set your man up, anticipating where the open space will be two seconds from now, tracking a pass with your back to the ball and your head at a funny angle, or being able to adjust your body to stay in bounds while concentrating on the catch can’t be learned. By the time you make it to the pros you can either do those things or you can’t.
June 11th, 2012 at 5:32 am
I believe uncoordinated is the word. He is painful to watch.
Just hoping he keeps improving
June 11th, 2012 at 5:38 am
DHB’s attempts to run a double-move, stop and go type route is pretty painful to watch and never works.
June 11th, 2012 at 5:39 am
There was one catch in the video I liked a lot. Just a simple rollout from CP3 to DHB to the flat 5 yards downfield, but it looked real fluid with no hitches. That’s how I think we all want to see DHB play. On that play, he looked like a legit NFL wideout even though it was just a short play.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:02 am
Production is production though, so I try not to worry about “how” he is catching it and all that.
But without good technique you are holding yourself back to some extent, and I think DHB’s “technique” in some areas leave a lot to be desired.
But there is probably no better WR on our team that I would rather catch a 4 yard pass on 3rd and 9 and have confidence in him YAC’ing his way to a first down.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:05 am
Congratulations RR.
Miami might become the buffalo bills of the nba…
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thanks Kentucky! Go Heat!
Marks Hair = typical Laker fan douche [no offense Hwnrdr!]
June 11th, 2012 at 6:09 am
just read #532 by G123 …
DHB hater, no doubt
“I Looked at the shoulder grab against NE in double coverage and wasn’t impressed”
tough crowd
RUE THE DAY, Jimbo!
King Darrius = #1 WR [print that]
June 11th, 2012 at 6:10 am
DHB’s “technique” is a crutch that Sanjay Lal probably taught him to compensate for his lack of instincts and fluidity on his routes. The game is too fast for him and the hitches are his way of slowing it down. It works for him, but man it’s ugly. The fluid ball catching and aerial circus catches that Moore, Ford and Criner make really accentuate DHB’s lack of ball skills. He often looks like a blocking TE with blazing speed.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:10 am
10 wins this year, I think.
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look at Kell pouring the Kool-Aid!
woohoo!
happy monday and good morning AM crew
June 11th, 2012 at 6:12 am
Forgot about basketball….
Congrats to RRS, go Heat! Hope they beat the Sonics.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:12 am
Sanjay will be missed
June 11th, 2012 at 6:16 am
Cliff Branch, Fred Biletnikoff & Tim Brown
2012 versions = Heyward-Bey, Moore & Criner
June 11th, 2012 at 6:19 am
Oh no you didn’t just compare the great Cliff Branch to DHB!
Cliff Branch = greatest Raider of all time!
print that!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:20 am
Sanjay will be missed
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@JFB
I think Sanjay regrets leaving Oakland so fast when the Jets gave him an offer [before Dennis Allen was even interviewed for the Raiders HC job]
Santonio Holmes is in that guy’s face screaming because he’s being worked too hard per PFT last week. No way Reggie or Dennis, the disciplined guys they are, allow this sort of behavior
June 11th, 2012 at 6:21 am
Oh no you didn’t just compare the great Cliff Branch to DHB!
He often looks like a blocking TE with blazing speed.
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@G123
DHB = Dave Casper ??
LOL
June 11th, 2012 at 6:23 am
Cliff Branch = greatest Raider of all time!
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3-time Super Bowl champ
4-time Pro Bowler
14 seasons with #Raiders
why the heck isn’t this guy in Canton ??
June 11th, 2012 at 6:26 am
why the heck isn’t this guy in Canton ??
*****
truth!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:28 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
Congrats Rockstar!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:30 am
Aloha kakahiaka!! Hwnrdr
June 11th, 2012 at 6:35 am
Congrats Rockstar!
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thanks bro, by the way Hwnrdr, coffee is on me today
preparing to see LeBron go beast mode on OKC in Game 1
Thunder got a few extra days rest and are certainly the favorites.
my prediction:
LBJ scores 30 points, Durantula 28
Heat by 3 in OT
June 11th, 2012 at 6:36 am
Moa Wekeke please brah!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:36 am
Humuhumunukunukuapua’a ??
June 11th, 2012 at 6:40 am
553.RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:35 am
Congrats Rockstar!
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thanks bro, by the way Hwnrdr, coffee is on me today
preparing to see LeBron go beast mode on OKC in Game 1
Thunder got a few extra days rest and are certainly the favorites.
my prediction:
LBJ scores 30 points, Durantula 28
Heat by 3 in OT
Thanks Rockstar! It should be a good series!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:43 am
552.guest123 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:30 am
Aloha kakahiaka!! Hwnrdr
Pahea ‘oe, e Guest?
555.RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:36 am
Humuhumunukunukuapua’a ??
LOL
June 11th, 2012 at 6:43 am
BTW: I seen something that Boss has now ripped the Raiders, and Routt is ripping the facilities?
June 11th, 2012 at 6:47 am
Yeah, I heard Boss says he’s now on the “right side” of the KC/Raiders rivalry.
well he can go off to the ‘right side’. The dark side is the better side to be on anyway. Pssxy!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:50 am
Yup, I heard that…now what about this rumor saying that we are looking at Shockey?
June 11th, 2012 at 6:51 am
Don’t want Shockey. He’s washed up and a bad character. This is the year that Ausberry will take the next step.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:55 am
Yeah I know, don’t need Shockey…just saw it on twitter…just like on Friday I believe there was a pic with DVD, Ford, and Ocho?
June 11th, 2012 at 6:56 am
hwnrdr Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:43 am
BTW: I seen something that Boss has now ripped the Raiders, and Routt is ripping the facilities?
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sounds like it time for operation “Bell Ringer”
for one Kevin Boss !!!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:56 am
549.RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:23 am
Cliff Branch = greatest Raider of all time!
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3-time Super Bowl champ
4-time Pro Bowler
14 seasons with #Raiders
why the heck isn’t this guy in Canton ??
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I wonder if Branch not being in hall of fame has to do with so many other Raiders from that team being there already.
Stabler would be there if not for going to Houston and New Orleans and his stats plummetting.
Branch’s stats are BETTER than Swann by far and Drew Pearson (they are close).
Anybody i’ve had this argument with can’t argue against Branch when i tell them his stats and how they compare with other receivers who are in.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:00 am
Don’t remember where I read it, but the Raiders were listed among a number of teams formally announcing that they have zero interest in Ochocinco.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:00 am
With Boss…what’s he gonna say? ‘I miss the Raiders but i’m here in KC now so I hope for the best’.?
I would like to hear someone come here and say how much better it is than someplace else.
It’s like all this preseason talk of how everything is wonderful at camp and how great we’ll be etc.
I’ve never heard anyone say “Well, we’re not gonna be real good this yr. New system, new coach, new players? Yeah we’re in for tuff yr.”.
That being said. I DO think this team is shaping up to be pretty good, but I always think that.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:06 am
Branch not only had the stats (compared to what was considered HOF worthy in his generation)….
but Branch had a huge collection of awe-inspiring highlight plays. He was like the Dr. J of football. His catches were the stuff that transcended the 3 yards and cloud of dust boring football games that used to dominate the NFC East teams. A human highlight reel that put fear into the CB’s he faced. He did the football equivalent of posterizing. Truly special and unique and better than half the receivers in the hall today.
A lot of the recievers in the HOF today were nothing special. Just compilers who had the great fortune of career longetivity. No signature plays or highlights. Just stat compilers that brought nothing unique to the game. Cliff Branch is a one of a kind and maybe only can compare the young Randy Moss to him.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:11 am
Boss is one more bell ringing from having a Dr. tell him he has to hang up the cleats for good. Hopefully that happens against the Raiders.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:17 am
I don’t wish ill harm on players…well, I do but in passion for the game, but don’t mean it! If it happens against the Raiders, then oh well!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:18 am
Boss says he’s now on the “right side” of the KC/Raiders rivalry
Boss is one more bell ringing from having a Dr. tell him he has to hang up the cleats for good. Hopefully that happens against the Raiders.
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@G123
Kevin Boss is a good player and I don’t wish injury on anybody. Him saying that KC is better than Oakland is just giving a few bj’s to Clark Hunt, Scott Pioli & Romeo Crennel imo
Raiders won 3 of the last 4 games against Kansas Pity. the lone loss came when Kyle Boller started at QB and McFadden got injured on the first play of the game!!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:20 am
As it gets closer to the training camp and pre-season, its getting harder for me to fathom that after probably next week…there will only be baseball left until August! i can’t wait…
June 11th, 2012 at 7:20 am
by the way, I do agree that Kevin Boss is probably one good hit away from watching TV sideways forever & eating soup for the rest of his life
but then again so is Peyton Manning and Dungver rolled out the red carpet for him!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:23 am
@Hwnrdr
I’m not a baseball fan, so after the Heats win the NBA Finals … I’m gonna be pretty bored until preseason starts up
June 11th, 2012 at 7:26 am
573.RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 7:23 am
@Hwnrdr
I’m not a baseball fan, so after the Heats win the NBA Finals … I’m gonna be pretty bored until preseason starts up
I hear ya! i don’t watch baseball, or should i say, pay attention to baseball until the end! its gonna be a long 2 months!!!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:26 am
Neil B..
whats your thoughts about swansea?
June 11th, 2012 at 7:28 am
Burris will make us forget about either Slowlando or Bird Brain Curry.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:28 am
GOOOOOO KIIIIIIIINGS!!!!!!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:30 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
June 10th, 2012 at 4:57 am
I thought Bradley won the fight.
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That makes three of you.
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Even the judge that had it for Manny had him one round away from a draw.
I am getting a kick out of everyone looking at the compu-punch numbers as reasoning. The same people must have loved to watch Pernell Whitaker slap for 12 rounds.
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Hey, Sweet Pea was a heckuva boxer. Certainly not a power puncher, but a fine technician and very good defensively.
Reminds me a little of the guy you seem to admire so much today. ‘Money’ definitely isn’t a big puncher either.
As far as the fight Saturday night – MP isn’t a ’slapper’ like Whitaker was. MP not only landed far more total punches, he also landed about 90 more ‘power’ punches according to ESPN’s count.
Don’t think your analogy about MP and PW is a good one at all.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:31 am
With Boss…what’s he gonna say? ‘I miss the Raiders but i’m here in KC now so I hope for the best’.?
I would like to hear someone come here and say how much better it is than someplace else.
It’s like all this preseason talk of how everything is wonderful at camp and how great we’ll be etc.
I’ve never heard anyone say “Well, we’re not gonna be real good this yr. New system, new coach, new players? Yeah we’re in for tuff yr.”.
That being said. I DO think this team is shaping up to be pretty good, but I always think that.
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couldn’t agree more, DJG
Boss could have just kept his mouth shut or expressed gratitude for the opportunity. Al Davis didn’t have to sign him. Jackson & Saunders could have put him on ice for the rest of the year after the first concussion as a precaution
He’s bitter because we chopped him without upgrading at the position or replacing him with a starting calibur player. Basically saying a monkey can do your job. A bunch of late rounders or undrafted kids with less than 5 starts combined making peanuts replace a former Super Bowl champ who probably had other offers on the table last offseason, but Davis was the highest bidder
June 11th, 2012 at 7:35 am
He’s bitter because we chopped him without upgrading at the position or replacing him with a starting calibur player. Basically saying a monkey can do your job.
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Hoping one day this will be the epithet of Rolando McClain’s career.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:36 am
the Raiders got 47 catches, 535 yards & 3 TD’s combined [all 4 players] from TE’s in 2011 …
I don’t think it’ll be hard to match or exceed those stats in 2012 without Kevin Boss
June 11th, 2012 at 7:39 am
Hoping one day this will be the epithet of Rolando McClain’s career
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@G123
yeah – it would be a kick in the nuts to get replaced by Goethel, Stupar, Burris or Curry
2 late-round rookies, a WLB and an oft injured slow white dude
June 11th, 2012 at 7:39 am
CP3 doesn’t use the TE much anyways. Why invest serious money in a position that accumulates those kind of stats? It’s better to be cheap where you need to be cheap. Of course, if Ausberry develops into the next Jimmy Graham, then that changes everything.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:48 am
GOOOOO THUNDER!
June 11th, 2012 at 7:51 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 7:36 am
the Raiders got 47 catches, 535 yards & 3 TD’s combined [all 4 players] from TE’s in 2011 …
I don’t think it’ll be hard to match or exceed those stats in 2012 without Kevin Boss
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
I don’t think it will happen this season. I think DMAC and Reece will have more receptions than all our TEs combined.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:54 am
@G123
I’m curious to know just HOW GOOD of blockers Reece & Ausberry need to be in order to get considerable playing time.
I mean, Knapp was cool having Zach Miller last time around and JFB & Jhill were ALWAYS harping on his blocking ability. At fullback however, Justin Griffith & Luke Lawton were hardly ever used out of the backfield to catch passes. It was all BLOCK BLOCK BLOCK! I don’t recall Houston’s FB [Lawrence Vickers] being used for pass catching much either. James Casey was sort of an H-Back player, but got the majority of his receptions while Daniels and/or Dreesen were banged up
June 11th, 2012 at 7:55 am
I also hope that they can get some regular plays for Taiwan Jones in the offense as a scatback COP receiving specialist. Just a few plays that mess with the DC’s head when he’s out there. I can envision him to be our answer to Dexter McCluster adding a dangerous dynamic to the offense.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:56 am
I think we will see a lot of 3 WRs formations with DMAC and Reece. Keep the defense guessing, try to create good matchups to take advantage of, and to take advantage of our depth at WR.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:59 am
Good question on Reece and Ausberry’s blocking skills. Judging what we have seen of them, they are not ready to take on the Justin Griffith role. But I doubt that GK will overlook the mismatches those guys bring to the table. I think Al Saunders will remind him.
Overload the offense with as many physical freak mismatches and make the defense account for anyone who loses containment in short fields. Attack the seams and fringes and pressure them to pick their poison.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:01 am
I like this Schmitt guy to be our new Jon Ritchie!
Bloody nose and broken fasemasks!
June 11th, 2012 at 8:02 am
Looks like cp3 & criner had another nice ota.. They say cp3 looks good rolling out too. Too bad tp is slipping though..
June 11th, 2012 at 8:08 am
@G123
use Taiwan Jones like KC does Dexter McCluster ??
that would be cool with me. Hope he gets a shot at the returner jobs. Jacoby Ford isn’t starting at WR, so he needs to compete at PR [not just KR] imo
dont want to see McCann make the squad unless he has DB skills
June 11th, 2012 at 8:12 am
I like this Schmitt guy to be our new Jon Ritchie!
Bloody nose and broken fasemasks!
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I agree completely. I don’t care if he can catch.
we know he can run block. How well can be pass protect?
if the answer is “way better than Reece & Tonga” I don’t want Schmitt on the bench!!
June 11th, 2012 at 8:14 am
I didn’t watch the Bradley/Pac fight, but I hear boxing did it again. SAD, and no wonder people are not as interested in boxing anymore.
Boxers avoiding each other, fixed fights, and lack of heavy weight talent is killing the sport.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:16 am
I think that sport died after Tyson…well, after the heavyweight division died out!
June 11th, 2012 at 8:16 am
575.La Milicia Negra Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 7:26 am
Neil B..
whats your thoughts about swansea?
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You mean your new manager?
I think he’s a one-hit wonder and that you’re in a lot of trouble.Sorry.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:17 am
I doubt the new coaching staff is willing to keep 2 FBs on the roster. We have Gordon who is our blocking specialist who can play TE and FB.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:18 am
Agree about boxing losing fans. Too much drama out of the ring and fight fixing. The whole thing feels like it’s not about entertaining as it is making sure certain people make sure-thing bets pay off. It feels contrived how it all plays out.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:26 am
I agree Hwnrdr. Those European heavy weights like L Lewis and the Klitschko brothers don’t generate a lot of interest here. We like warriors in the ring (Americans and Mexicans boxers) more than good technique.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:27 am
I’ll never forget that Lewis/McCall fight when Oliver McCall started to cry in the ring…
June 11th, 2012 at 8:30 am
The A’s look great.. Is brad pit going to be in money ball 2?
June 11th, 2012 at 8:30 am
Just like Basketball, players from Europe are very good, they have great technique, good fundementals, but they lack aggressiveness IMO. They don’t attack the basket.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:33 am
Guest,
It’s sad to watch, and I stopped paying for fights. I’ll watch it next week on HBO for free.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:34 am
I doubt the new coaching staff is willing to keep 2 FBs on the roster. We have Gordon who is our blocking specialist who can play TE and FB.
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@Kentucky
Reece can play RB, FB, WR & TE
He’s a lock to make the 53 based upon his playmaking ability
I don’t think anybody is safe at TE: Ausberry, Gordon, Myers or that kid from Boise State
Wouldn’t be surprised to see 2 TE’s on the roster & 2 FB’s, then maybe we stash somebody away on the practice squad to fill in if somebody gets injured
June 11th, 2012 at 8:36 am
I didn’t know it was running for free next week. I just order the HBO package this weekend on a special. I’ll make sure to record the Paquiao-Bradley fight for sure. It was nuts that it didn’t start until like 12 midnight! I went to sleep and looked up the winner the next day. Heard by many on the twitter that it was a fix. I wanna see myself.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:37 am
Schmitt is a camp body ee’ll bring back if reece gets hurt.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:38 am
LMAO Hwnrdr.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:39 am
I don’t think anybody is safe at TE: Ausberry, Gordon, Myers or that kid from Boise State
Wouldn’t be surprised to see 2 TE’s on the roster & 2 FB’s, then maybe we stash somebody away on the practice squad to fill in if somebody gets injured
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I think Ausberry is a lock. Gordon more than likely. Myers is someone that has to shine in special teams to make the team. He doesn’t bring anything that Ausberry and Gordon can do only better than he can. I don’t see them only carrying 2 TE’s. Remember they carried 4 TE’s last year. I think “3″ is the magic number.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:41 am
I don’t know if Tonga, Jackson, Gordon or Efaw are ALL eligible for the practice squad or what … but I’m sure whoever is raw & requires development will be under consideration there
June 11th, 2012 at 8:43 am
RR, that’s not a bad idea since Reece can play TE imo.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:45 am
Guest,
I think they show all the fights the week after the fight (Saturday night) for free.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:46 am
They also have special shows before the fight to help promote the fight. 24…
June 11th, 2012 at 8:49 am
Yeah, I saw the “weigh-in” special this weekend during the free promo. I really didn’t care to watch. I ended up buying the upgrade for 50% off for a year. Thanks for telling me about the week after fight schedule. I’d not known to look out for that.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:51 am
Raider O/Sully44
Do you have a job or a home to go to?
It seems like you live here.
And you seem to have an opinion on every little subject brought up in here.
Give your keyboard a rest and try getting laid it may help solve your deranged mentality.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:53 am
Go England!!
Four flag having wankers.. 5
Escargot chefs………….1
June 11th, 2012 at 8:56 am
I believe today is the start of the MANDATORY mini-camp?
June 11th, 2012 at 8:56 am
Last year these guys all made a few plays in OTA’s, camp & preseason, then got the axe before the season opener
FB Tonga, WR McGee, TE Brock, OL Parsons
all 4 players were re-signed the the practice squad.
Tonga was promoted to the active roster during the regular season and Brock was released from the practice squad in December.
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I think we could see the same thing this year with guys like Lonyae Miller, Rod Streater, Kyle Efaw & Zach Hurd
June 11th, 2012 at 8:57 am
What are they saving the Queen for?
June 11th, 2012 at 8:59 am
Seymour666,
I appreciate your concern, but most of my work is done over the phone and by Internet, and that’s why I’m here a lot lately.
Get a life troll, and stop stalking me!
June 11th, 2012 at 8:59 am
The France team looks like they all came from devils island
June 11th, 2012 at 9:02 am
Seymour666,
Do you have anything to add to our discussion this morning, or are you here to troll and stalk me again?
June 11th, 2012 at 9:02 am
Remember they carried 4 TE’s last year. I think “3″ is the magic number.
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@G123
you’re right and Hue Jax wasted a few roster spots imo
Gordon & Ausberry were both inactive for every game that Kevin Boss played in. When he was hurt, one of those guys would be active for 2TE sets with Myers and special teams. They combined for 3 catches on the year. Ausberry has some work to do in the blocking dept according to Allen & Knapp. Corkran & McDonald describe Gordon as a guy you’d never want to meet in a dark alley, but it remains to be seen if he can actually play football. I wouldn’t consider either play a “lock” at this point. Myers either for that matter. He’s an average receiver and average blocker, but he contributes on ST and he’s the most experienced guy we’ve got at the position. He doesn’t have to be a star, he just has to be better than 1 or 2 of those other guys to win a roster spot.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:03 am
I have a stalker and his name is Seymour666.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:03 am
http://www.thefirstrow.eu/
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Good Morning Nation! Here’s a link for all sports, some good feeds and some not so good.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:05 am
I told you people he was a troll, but no… He sends emails and he has been here a few years.
You people make me sick. lol
June 11th, 2012 at 9:05 am
Schmitt is a camp body
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based upon what, Marks Hair?
Reece is playing “catch up” and Tonga is nursing a knee injury so right now Schmitt is a starter and he’s the best run blocker on the team in what will be a run-first offense
you think Tonga [post injury] or Rashawn Jackson will beat him out ??
June 11th, 2012 at 9:07 am
Morning/ afternoon peoples!
The time has come……..
Let’s go Super Sonics!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:08 am
It’s the opposite of a stalker. Its a person who wants you to leave not a person who wants you to stay.
This may be a difficult concept for you to comprehend as I know your little brain can only process so much.
But seriously you might want to look out your window or go outside one day and try to find a female. Now I know this is difficult for you in your current state but I am sure you can find some fat desperate woman to stroke you for a quick $20.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:09 am
Rockstar, Congrats on the Heat going to the finals. About half way thru the 4th quarter I could see the turning point and the Heat were just to much for the Celtics. Should be a good finals. Go Thunder!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:10 am
Spent the weekend out in LA. Can someone please tell me why us Northern Cali residents are paying $0.25-$0.30 cents more than Southern Cal?
I’m tired of getting ripped off!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:11 am
You sure are a dramatic little troll crying for help to the other bloggers in here.
Its so easy to get your blood pressure up. I bet your close to crying or have a red face about now.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:11 am
@Kentucky
Silver is not Seymour Bush and he’s not a troll.
I don’t know if SeyBush goes trolling from time 2 time, you’d have to ask him!
I haven’t known either blogger to stir up trouble in the years I’ve been around – but they aren’t shy about voicing thier opinions. I don’t understand why disagreements often turn into personal attacks & hatefests in here
I don’t agree with Bcz on hardly anything, but I respect his opinions and appreciate his point of view on nearly everything football related. Lefty12 as well
June 11th, 2012 at 9:14 am
Pacman got fked this weekend, but he can’t get mad. Marquez beat him in their 2nd fight. Schit happens. Mafias run boxing anyways.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:16 am
Am I the only one that’s getting a little tired of the Houston Texan offense being held up as some sort of iconic, ground breaking scheme that the Raids should aspire to ?
Sure, they’ve got a better than average QB in Schaub, a great back in Foster, a top-tier WR in Johnson, a formidable OL – and they put up their fair share of points.
But does their scheme actually excite anyone ?
I mean, I’ve watched a fair share of Texan games and I can say I’m not impressed with the signature bootleg, roll right and then come back with a swing pass to the opposite side of the field play.
Seen that play a million times from them.
Nothing earth shattering there or especially creative.
Not overly impressed with their ’scheme’ and definitely haven’t been impressed by Greg Knapp’s previous tour with the Raids.
I’m hoping for an improvement on defense this year, but the belief that this will transpire seems to be based primarily on the notion that DA and Tarver will scheme the Raids to success.
I’m not convinced.
I’m still of the opinion that if the offense stagnates or takes a step backwards this could be a very long season.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:17 am
630.DMAC Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:10 am
Spent the weekend out in LA. Can someone please tell me why us Northern Cali residents are paying $0.25-$0.30 cents more than Southern Cal?
I’m tired of getting ripped off!
Isn’t that the same rate higher we are getting paid in contrast to Socal?
June 11th, 2012 at 9:19 am
hwnrdr Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:17 am
630.DMAC Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:10 am
Spent the weekend out in LA. Can someone please tell me why us Northern Cali residents are paying $0.25-$0.30 cents more than Southern Cal?
I’m tired of getting ripped off!
Isn’t that the same rate higher we are getting paid in contrast to Socal?
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Not me.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:20 am
Congrats on the Heat going to the finals. About half way thru the 4th quarter I could see the turning point and the Heat were just to much for the Celtics. Should be a good finals.
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thanks HB!
I was worried at halftime. Celtics had a good thing going and Bass was clicking. midway thru the 3rd it was tied at 61. 4th quarter was all Heat. we wanted it more. we actually got something out of Bosh, too!
I think 99.9 % of bloggers are rooting for OKC. thats fine. I think they are the favorites. Miami is the more experienced team. Hopefully they put on a clinic. This is LeBron’s time to shine
June 11th, 2012 at 9:20 am
99,
I agree the Houston offense doesn’t inspire anyone.
But I think we have some pieces to pattern off the Saints offense. The receivers and QB are going to spray the ball around and make the defense spread out and not commit to any one area. This will open up the rush lanes where DMC can find the seam that opens for just a second or two and take it to the house.
This Offense is going to be exciting. Just be patient and see.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:21 am
But does their scheme actually excite anyone ?
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If you asked me, I could care less about excitement. I just want points on the board. Same goes for the D. Who cares if they give up a ton of yards. Just don’t give up TD’s.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:22 am
Silverandblack666 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 8:51 am
Raider O/Sully44
Do you have a job or a home to go to?
It seems like you live here.
And you seem to have an opinion on every little subject brought up in here.
Give your keyboard a rest and try getting laid it may help solve your deranged mentality.
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Silverandblack666 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:08 am
It’s the opposite of a stalker. Its a person who wants you to leave not a person who wants you to stay.
This may be a difficult concept for you to comprehend as I know your little brain can only process so much.
But seriously you might want to look out your window or go outside one day and try to find a female. Now I know this is difficult for you in your current state but I am sure you can find some fat desperate woman to stroke you for a quick $20.
$$$$$$$$
Silverandblack666 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:11 am
You sure are a dramatic little troll crying for help to the other bloggers in here.
Its so easy to get your blood pressure up. I bet your close to crying or have a red face about now.
$$$$$$$$$
So all your posts today are about me?
Why are you so obsessed?
You are a stalker and a troll, and your are doing a GREAT job proving my point.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:24 am
I was bored last night so I watched the Oak/S.D. game from thursday night football last year. I raised my cup to Mike Bush for the last time for his awesome performance. After that last tribute It was time for me to move on from him and find a new screen name. And then low and behold Raideraholic is born.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:25 am
RR,
He is a cross posting troll and a stalker.
I disagree with a lot of people, but I don’t stalk them and the don’t stalk me.
He is a troll
June 11th, 2012 at 9:26 am
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:16 am
Am I the only one that’s getting a little tired of the Houston Texan offense being held up as some sort of iconic, ground breaking scheme that the Raids should aspire to ?
Sure, they’ve got a better than average QB in Schaub, a great back in Foster, a top-tier WR in Johnson, a formidable OL – and they put up their fair share of points.
But does their scheme actually excite anyone ?
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Watched the Hou – Raider game last nite. Jason Campbell beat em 25 20.
Yeah, not very exciting.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:28 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:20 am
Congrats on the Heat going to the finals. About half way thru the 4th quarter I could see the turning point and the Heat were just to much for the Celtics. Should be a good finals.
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thanks HB!
I was worried at halftime. Celtics had a good thing going and Bass was clicking. midway thru the 3rd it was tied at 61. 4th quarter was all Heat. we wanted it more. we actually got something out of Bosh, too!
I think 99.9 % of bloggers are rooting for OKC. thats fine. I think they are the favorites. Miami is the more experienced team. Hopefully they put on a clinic. This is LeBron’s time to shine
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Yeah, Bass looked good for a while but Bosh’s 3 pointers and the crowd’s enthusiasm were just to much. I agree the Heat wanted it more. It was a valiant effort by the C’s for these playoffs. I felt like in the 4th quarter they were ready for some golf. I still give the C’s props for making it as far as they did. Tuesday night should be an interesting game 1.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:29 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQMK89xsbXA
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Tyvon turn’s on the speed to force the bad throw
June 11th, 2012 at 9:31 am
definitely haven’t been impressed by Greg Knapp’s previous tour with the Raids.
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@ RM99
Knapp was the play caller for 4 games in 2 years with the Raiders. You can blame the rest of that on Kiffin & Cable.
JaMarcus was his QB for all 4 starts and he actually won 1 of those 4 games. Amazing!
Knapp’s offense isn’t going to excite anybody, but it’s not designed to. we’re going to run-run-run. we’ll try to hit on some play action passes. throw it over thier heads, according to Palmer. pretty vanilla. no trickery. just execute the gameplan and we’ll be ok.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:38 am
Also consider the offensive lines that Greg Knapp has had to work with:
back in the day….
Henderson/Harris, Gallery, Satele/Wade, Carlisle, Green/Barnes
today…
Veldheer, Carlisle/Bergstrom, Wiz II, Brisiel, Barnes/Barksdale
back in the day….
Jamarcus Russell who held out his first year and never recovered.
today….
A motivated CP3 who fired 8.4 ypa last year off the couch. And will play with a healthy DMAC.
back in the day…
oft-injured McFadden with Huggy Bear Fargas still churning out 1000 yards on the ground.
today….
A healthy still in his prime McFadden who’s barely 25 years old and running like a beast making all the cuts after a minor foot sprain that’s all healed up.
I think GK has a good chance this year.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:39 am
I for one will miss the “trickery” of Huebris Jackson.
You can all but guarantee there won’t be all the fake punts etc;
June 11th, 2012 at 9:42 am
I will debate anyone who thinks we overused the trick plays last year. More often than not they either worked or were called back by penalty or someone just didn’t make a play that was there to be had. Not to mention it was entertaining lol
June 11th, 2012 at 9:42 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:39 am
I for one will miss the “trickery” of Huebris Jackson.
You can all but guarantee there won’t be all the fake punts etc;
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I’ll miss the trick plays too, but hey, maybe Knapp will surprise us..
June 11th, 2012 at 9:43 am
I find winning entertaining. Any which way to get the “W” is entertaining as hell to me.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:45 am
TxRaider210 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:42 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:39 am
I for one will miss the “trickery” of Huebris Jackson.
You can all but guarantee there won’t be all the fake punts etc;
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I’ll miss the trick plays too, but hey, maybe Knapp will surprise us..
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Yes, I will be VERY surprised to see more than a couple gadget or trick plays this year. But hey, If they execute and win games being boring I’ll take a win however we can get them.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:46 am
I think GK has a good chance this year.
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co-signed, G123
gotta have playmakers on offense. If you don’t have the players to make plays, ANY offense is going to look like crap
Jhill & JFB have been talking about the Miami Heat coach being irrelevant since the NBA playoffs started up. Does the same ring true for Oakland? They are just here to lay out a formula for success and install some discipline and guidance. If your players are trash, you’ve got no chance.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:47 am
Gotta admit Sugar Shane throws a nice deep ball!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:48 am
“Yes, I will be VERY surprised to see more than a couple gadget or trick plays this year. But hey, If they execute and win games being boring I’ll take a win however we can get them.”
So true!
Nice post.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:52 am
I find winning entertaining. Any which way to get the “W” is entertaining as hell to me.
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@G123
you know if we win 9 or 10 games, but the offense averages fewer points people will say that we never should have fired Hue Jackson and cite the improved Defense as reason for the additional wins
I will try my best to ignore those comments, but suspect there will be many!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:54 am
Gotta admit Sugar Shane throws a nice deep ball!
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@HB
can Andy Lee do that?
Lechler deserves a pay raise!
Raider O thinks he should be washing cars or bagging groceries. Wants to take the food right out of his kid’s mouths
June 11th, 2012 at 9:57 am
@634
if the TE is covered then the FB gets dump-off and visa versa,they burnt us on the exact same play ,when the TE was wide open for TD ..hopefully Al Saunders will add some things to make us more multiple than Houston also some of DMC favoured plays must be kept and we have way way more speed than the Texans
June 11th, 2012 at 9:58 am
you know if we win 9 or 10 games, but the offense averages fewer points people will say that we never should have fired Hue Jackson and cite the improved Defense as reason for the additional wins
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Like you said earlier, you need personnel and not just discipline to execute a gameplan. I have my doubts that the defense this year can be anything more than average. So because of that, I can see us in a lot of shootouts playing catchup. Especially early in the year. The offense needs to set a baseline of 35 points and just be prepared ready to score a ton until the defense ‘gels’ or whatever that means.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:59 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:52 am
I find winning entertaining. Any which way to get the “W” is entertaining as hell to me.
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@G123
you know if we win 9 or 10 games, but the offense averages fewer points people will say that we never should have fired Hue Jackson and cite the improved Defense as reason for the additional wins
I will try my best to ignore those comments, but suspect there will be many!
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In a perfect world Hue would be our O/C. Even though that would never happen because he is power hungry and one would probaly have other unpleasent adjectives for him as well. I understand why Hue had to go, But at the same time I will give credit for what he did do well. It’s Ok not to like the guy just acknowledge that he does have some skills. He’s just not ready to be a Head coach yet.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:59 am
Violent Hands makes an excellent point.
Allen + Tarver = “multiple” defense
Knapp + Saunders = “multiple” offense
June 11th, 2012 at 10:01 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:54 am
Gotta admit Sugar Shane throws a nice deep ball!
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@HB
can Andy Lee do that?
Lechler deserves a pay raise!
Raider O thinks he should be washing cars or bagging groceries. Wants to take the food right out of his kid’s mouths
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I’m not quite as extreme as O but I do think he could take a paycut. He is a fantastic punter but still just a punter. If he were allowed to use that nice arm of his more often maybe we will talk about justifying his salry imo. He’s still awesome at what he does though!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:03 am
Can’t remember many fake punts or FGs in Raider HISTORY before Hue took it to another level last year.
Of course, under Cable there was the infamous behind the back pitch to Jani on a fake FG…
There was also Jon Alston rumbling for a huge first down against the Jets which led to OT and a loooong Jani FG to secure the W.
Besides that I honestly can’t remember any fakes. Then again, at my age it’s hard to remember what I had for breakfast.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:06 am
It’s hard to argue against Hue’s success with the trickery. But that’s just not Raider football, and it sure ain’t being a bully. A bully stuffs down your throat and tells you he’s going to do it beforehand. Just seemed hypocritical to talk shhht about being a bully and then going all finesse with the gadget plays.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:07 am
LOL RR.
You and Dave are killing me with the Lechler issue.
He is great, the best in the game, but he is still a punter. Our coverage unit allowed close to 600 yards in punt returns (led the league in yards allowed), his cap hit is huge, so I think he is luxury that we can’t afford at his current cap hit, and I do think we should EXTEND (Bcz) his contract.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:07 am
666
June 11th, 2012 at 10:10 am
we should EXTEND his contract
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couldn’t agree more. Seabass & Condo too!
make them Raiders for life
June 11th, 2012 at 10:10 am
I’m not quite as extreme as O but I do think he could take a paycut.
$$$$$$$$$$$
I agree. lol
June 11th, 2012 at 10:11 am
Lechler earned the right to be the highest paid punter.
Ownership drew up the contract and Shane signed it.
We expect players to honor their contracts so in turn we should also expect management to honor existing contracts as well.
The bigger question should be what will we pay him or offer him once his current contract is up.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:14 am
@RR
Exactly we wont look anything like Texans
June 11th, 2012 at 10:16 am
Two Raiders in Charity Golf Tourney
Written by Alameda Sun
Oakland Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski and punter Shane Lechler along with team executives will host a charity golf tounament at Callippe Preserve Golf Course in Pleasanton Sept. 16th to benefit the Oakland Raiders’ Courage House, Fred Finch Youth Center.
Founded in 1891, the Fred Finch Youth Center provides programs for emotionally challenged youth and their families. Support from the Oakland Raiders and the event helps the center continue offering education, therapy and a safe haven for more than 1,200 children and teens in need.
Advance tickets are required. For more information call David Hartmire at …
http://alamedasun.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3690&Itemid=12
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since Shane Lechler is now unemployed & pennyless [per Raider O's request] he will no longer be able to host the charity golf tounament for emotionally challenged youth and their families. All education & therapy for the 1200+ children will be cancelled immediately. Thank you
June 11th, 2012 at 10:17 am
Saginaw native and former Central Michigan player Tory Humphrey has signed a contract with the Oakland Raiders, according to a tweet from his agent, Blake Barantz.
The Raiders have yet to announce the signing.
Humphrey, a former Saginaw High star, spent parts of last season on the New Orleans Saints roster, but did not appear in any games. It was his third season with the team. Before that, he spent three seasons with the Green Bay Packers.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:19 am
I wished the article would have mentioned Tory Humphrey is a tight end.
Interesting they bring in another TE…
June 11th, 2012 at 10:22 am
Interesting they bring in another TE…
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Agreed.
the Hardy project failed at TE & the Robinson project failed at FB.
now we get a few vets like Humphrey & Schmitt. competition is always a good thing imo.
We still don’t have a “complete” FB or TE on the roster
June 11th, 2012 at 10:26 am
Tory Humphrey is already 29 years old, has experience with both McKenzie & Allen.
Undrafted in 2005 out of Central Michigan
June 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Buyer Beware:
Saginaw, Michigan also produced Stuart Schweigert !!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:29 am
rather slow paced game so far…
June 11th, 2012 at 10:31 am
neilb Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 8:16 am
575.La Milicia Negra Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 7:26 am
Neil B..
whats your thoughts about swansea?
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You mean your new manager?
I think he’s a one-hit wonder and that you’re in a lot of trouble.Sorry.
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its okay =) well I was actually thinking about th club, because there are rumors of Laudrup are their favorite manager…
June 11th, 2012 at 10:31 am
@LMN
go Liverpool!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:34 am
=)
June 11th, 2012 at 10:42 am
sign him Reggie !!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzL_X8AzYUo
June 11th, 2012 at 10:44 am
yo Dennis Allen, you could use this guy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jAb0sp0FpY
June 11th, 2012 at 10:44 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:22 am
Interesting they bring in another TE…
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Agreed.
the Hardy project failed at TE & the Robinson project failed at FB.
now we get a few vets like Humphrey & Schmitt. competition is always a good thing imo.
We still don’t have a “complete” FB or TE on the roster
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really thought the Hardy project would have lasted a little longer.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:48 am
Didn’t Hardy have a hammy pull or something that kept him out of OTA’s? Anyways, he was always a project that every star would have to align if he could compete for a roster spot. Reggie just pulled the plug early. If LM can’t be a go this preseason, he should be shown the door early too.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:49 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:44 am
yo Dennis Allen, you could use this guy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jAb0sp0FpY
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LOL you just won’t quit with Higgins. Too funny!
Do miss the backflip, Damn Eric Weddle!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:49 am
Whats wrong with Rooney? Has he got the clap again?
June 11th, 2012 at 11:02 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Buyer Beware:
Saginaw, Michigan also produced Stuart Schweigert !!
$$$$$$$$
I thought Stuart was from Purdue.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:04 am
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d829b86b4/article/perrish-cox-demaryius-thomas-sued-over-alleged-sexual-assault?module=HP11_headline_stack
June 11th, 2012 at 11:09 am
RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Buyer Beware:
Saginaw, Michigan also produced Stuart Schweigert !!
$$$$$$$$
I thought Stuart was from Purdue.
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HS in Saginaw, college at Purdue.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:12 am
676.RaiderRockstar Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Buyer Beware:
Saginaw, Michigan also produced Stuart Schweigert !!
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Yeah RR but don’t forget Saginaw, MI also produced Terry McDaniel. He was a beast for the Raiders back in the day. Very good open field tackler and speed. Probowler baby!!!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_McDaniel
June 11th, 2012 at 11:16 am
signing says more about current TEs than new one coming in,
maybe dennis should consider moving Barnes to starting TE and Barksdale as RT;
Myers, Ausberry, Gordon, & Efaw need to step up.
we could see Raiders going with 7 WRs and only 2 TEs on 53 man roster.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:30 am
FOX “News” U suck…
“Rookie defensive lineman Christo Bilukidi tweeted Sunday that he got out of a $428 traffic ticket for running a red light after he told the police officer he played for the Oakland Raiders.”
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/Oakland-Raiders-rookie-Christo-Bilukidi–tweets-Twitter-escaped-428-dollar-ticket-running-red-light-because-plays-NFL-062112
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RNS: “*Ahem* Christo my man, needs ta keeps that on the downlow my friend. Broadcasting it with a bullhorn assures one thing. It will never happen again.”
And:
“And…please slow the f down! U reppin the Nation baby!”
June 11th, 2012 at 11:32 am
RaiderRetribution Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 11:16 am
signing says more about current TEs than new one coming in,
maybe dennis should consider moving Barnes to starting TE and Barksdale as RT;
Myers, Ausberry, Gordon, & Efaw need to step up.
we could see Raiders going with 7 WRs and only 2 TEs on 53 man roster.
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Maybe but Reece, DMC = WR and Caoches have said will be used as such.
New emphasis on run game means another blocking TE more a possiblity than 7-8-9 WRs.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:33 am
Sorry 692. was from
https://www.facebook.com/#!/raider.nationstation
June 11th, 2012 at 11:38 am
LA KING FANS STAND UP N REPRESENT
Yo, already smoking mad blunts and drinking margs out of my replica Stanley Cup, word!
Tonight the Silver & Black on Ice take game 6 at Staples, VIP afterparty at the Beeeech Pad.
Been waiting a long time for this one, already have RSVPs from 30 strippers and the Cal State Long Beach women’s beach volleyball team
Probably get a sweet BJ during each period, whut whut
Yo, I’ll drop a few verses of my hot pump up jam “We Want The Cup” after a I drop a quick 20 min duece-dawg
BRAH, THIS AIN’T YO MOMMA’S ICE CAPADES
June 11th, 2012 at 11:52 am
Kings better find a way to win it at home! Cannot drop 3 after taking 3 from NJ!
June 11th, 2012 at 11:59 am
signing says more about current TEs than new one coming in,
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agreed. It’s a mixed bag of guys who have never performed and all we have is hope.
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we could see Raiders going with 7 WRs and only 2 TEs on 53 man roster
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I can’t imagine 7 wideouts worth keeping.
Only 4 are no brainers and practice squad level talent leftover.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Saginaw, MI also produced Terry McDaniel
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good call, CJL
I didn’t know he was from there!
June 11th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
Yo, PMPP Gang Member Hwnrdr, keepin’ it tight on the blog
You got that right, homie. My boy J Quick will lock down the nets and Kopitar is going top shelf
Tonight The Cup gets hoisted in Staples, I’ll be wearing my Charlie Simmer jersey and getting high on premium skunk weed
Can’t wait to take a sweet jog around my pad hoisting my replica foam Stanley Cup
June 11th, 2012 at 12:04 pm
Cmon Sweden!!!!!
June 11th, 2012 at 12:04 pm
RNS: “*Ahem* Christo my man, needs ta keeps that on the downlow my friend. Broadcasting it with a bullhorn assures one thing. It will never happen again.”
And:
“And…please slow the f down! U reppin the Nation baby!”
^^^^^^^^^^^^
What Christo needs to do is stop twittering his cop warnings. Cuz where there’s smoke there’s fire.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:10 pm
699.The Beeech Dawg Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:02 pm
Yo, PMPP Gang Member Hwnrdr, keepin’ it tight on the blog
You got that right, homie. My boy J Quick will lock down the nets and Kopitar is going top shelf
Tonight The Cup gets hoisted in Staples, I’ll be wearing my Charlie Simmer jersey and getting high on premium skunk weed
Can’t wait to take a sweet jog around my pad hoisting my replica foam Stanley Cup
NICE!
June 11th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:42 am
I will debate anyone who thinks we overused the trick plays last year.
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I think we overused them. Early in the season no one saw them coming and they were effective. Later in the season teams were ready for them and they were not effective. Then you had the times where we did not pull them off and it killed us. The lst KC game is a case in point. We were driving on their lame defense to begin the game, they had no answer for us. On third and less than a yard at midfield Hue gets cute, we get a 5 yard penalty, now third and six, Boller makes a poor pass, and we get rolled just like that. 3rd down and two feet at midfield against a team that is reeling, you pound them. Don’t dance. We danced. We lost. Badly.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
I hate to even hear of Bilukidi in Oakland. Should keep his behind in Alameda.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:19 pm
Yo, on the balcony, spray painting all of my BIKE XXXL jock straps Black & Silver
Tonight we’ve going to “Level The Devils” (patent pending on that sweet phrase) and raise the Cup, wizzle
Time to get hella pumped with my latest verse from “We Want The Cup”, the official King Pump Up Jam of the Blog:
Stripper bootie shakin, got a Championship waitin’
Gonna call up a shorty for some hot love makin’
Now don’t just stand there, get your weiner raised up
Shake your nads all around cause WE WANT THE CUP
SILLY FRESH
June 11th, 2012 at 12:23 pm
703. Yes I agree Hue got cute there and we momentum shifted against us. Where was this “bully” we kept hearing about? On 3rd and short, we needed to lineup and sell the short yardage play and dare them to stop us. Now that’s being a bully. Getting cute is those who lack self confidence.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
#706 Well Said.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
WE WANT THE CUP!!
WE WANT THE CUP!!
chanting…
June 11th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
I can’t imagine 7 wideouts worth keeping.
Only 4 are no brainers and practice squad level talent leftover.
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@G123
DHB, Moore, Ford & Criner = no brainers
Murphy, McGee, Streater & Calhoun = practice squad level talent ???
June 11th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
guest123 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
WE WANT THE CUP!!
WE WANT THE CUP!!
chanting…
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Yo, keep the blog rockin’ till they drop the puck …
More pump up verses coming, word
June 11th, 2012 at 12:38 pm
RR. my prediction about schmitt being a camp player like lito shepherd last yr was because I dont think we take 2 full backs on the roster. A te can fill in for a half if reece goes down.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
Hue got cute there and we momentum shifted against us. Where was this “bully” we kept hearing about? On 3rd and short, we needed to lineup and sell the short yardage play and dare them to stop us. Now that’s being a bully. Getting cute is those who lack self confidence
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G123 = money!
a bully says “this is what I’m going to do to you” and then does it. Actually, it’s sort of what Greg Knapp is installing. predictable offense that says “here is the gameplan, try your best to stop it.”
June 11th, 2012 at 12:45 pm
A bully was exactly what to hues team was. Great at talking shlt b4 a fight, and making excuses after a bigger kid kicks his arse..
June 11th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
NHL sucks I could care less I didn’t even knnw it was on. If Dmac can stay healthy he should be in top three in rushing and with that being the case it will be a pick your poison situation for opposing defs either put 8 in the box and get beat with the passing game or get your ass ran over for 4 qtrs its gonna suck to play us this year. We are finally back nation. DA will get the D making plays. And I believe we will be the most complete team this year. If we dnt make the div round at least I consider this season a failure.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
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Bullschit.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Dmac being healthy is a really big if… And I dont see a complete team at all.. I would be crazy ecstatic if we even made the show..
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Murphy, McGee, Streater & Calhoun = practice squad level talent ???
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Maybe a bit harsh. But none of these guys are competing to be NFL quality WR’s. In fairness, no one expects WR#4-6 to be projected starters. But we had Schilens and Hagan at one time in those slots. I think we are comparitively weak at those slots compared to last yr. I may be wrong, but I’ll hold my skeptism for now.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:53 pm
714. You ever been to a live hockey game?
I can tell you I’ve been to every kind of live sporting event, and hockey live is the best!
I’m not a hockey fan, but it’s as exciting to watch and entertaining an event as there is out there. You are never bored. The music, the lights, the hockey girls, the rotations, power plays, the fights on ice.
Great value for your entertainment dollar (live).
But it sucks out loud on TV.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
718 all true..
June 11th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
Guest123 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Murphy, McGee, Streater & Calhoun = practice squad level talent ???
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Maybe a bit harsh. But none of these guys are competing to be NFL quality WR’s. In fairness, no one expects WR#4-6 to be projected starters. But we had Schilens and Hagan at one time in those slots. I think we are comparitively weak at those slots compared to last yr. I may be wrong, but I’ll hold my skeptism for now.
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Agreed that getting rid of Haggan was a mistake, but think a young guy will fill Chazs old spot, just by staying healthy.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:56 pm
@Marks Hair
Lito Sheppard should have just been a camp body. you’re right
Unfortunately, you can never predict injuries and CJ37 & Chekwa being hurt probably costed us a shot at the playoffs
Lito signed off the street and rookie pencil legs 3rd rounder DVD getting significant playing time = disaster!
June 11th, 2012 at 12:56 pm
Goooooooaaaaaaaaallllll
June 11th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
June 11th, 2012 at 12:38 pm
RR. my prediction about schmitt being a camp player like lito shepherd last yr was because I dont think we take 2 full backs on the roster. A te can fill in for a half if reece goes down.
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didn’t we carry Tonga with Reece last year? Or was Tonga elevated during the season?
DMAC , Jones , Goodson
Reece , Schmidt
We’ll keep him, Usually got 5 RB’s on the roster at any given time.
June 11th, 2012 at 12:58 pm
LMURPHY <—— NFL Quality WR…
You guys that say LMURPY is PS material have ZERO clue.
LMURPY was injured, and will get back to form.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:00 pm
guest123 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Murphy, McGee, Streater & Calhoun = practice squad level talent ???
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Maybe a bit harsh. But none of these guys are competing to be NFL quality WR’s.
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the above has to be an error…LMURPHY IS and NFL quality WR.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
I hope Murphy gets back. When he’s in the zone he’s a good player for us. He’s got passion and drive, that’s for sure. When he’s distracted, he’s an average to below average player. He may NOT be PS material, but the fact is, there are so many good receivers on on THIS roster right now that, they could push him down. It will be up to him to stick. I think he’ll get every opportunity.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
I believe our team is complete bcuz will have one of the most explosive O in the league and I believe scheme with the talent we still have our D will be playoff ready.
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Marks hair Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 pm
Dmac being healthy is a really big if… And I dont see a complete team at all.. I would be crazy ecstatic if we even made the show..
guest123 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:50 p
June 11th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
DHB, Moore, Ford & Criner, LMURPY = No Brainers
you guys expect a healthy LMURPHY who has NFL experience to be replaced by Street, Gee, or Cal….
Really??? Based on what?
June 11th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
Hue Jackson is the guy who ditched Derek Hagan, not Reggie.
so we’re replacing Schilens & Housh in my mind
If healthy, I don’t see Murphy & McGee as a significant downgrade …
If both players get the axe, I sure hope we have some players in Streater & Calhoun !!
re-sign Johnnie Lee
June 11th, 2012 at 1:05 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:18 pm
I hate to even hear of Bilukidi in Oakland. Should keep his behind in Alameda.
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Agreed…Should spend his time learning the playbook, instead of running the streets.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:05 pm
I don’t think he’ll be replaced by anybody neccessarily. But I DO think he’s starting in the #5 spot as of right now. He’s already going to be battling just for a roster spot.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:06 pm
I don’t think he’ll be replaced by anybody neccessarily. But I DO think he’s starting in the #5 spot as of right now. He’s already going to be battling just for a roster spot.
Murphy that is.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
I’d take any of the guys we have now, Murph included, over Chaz(injury prone) and TJ. Sounds like it could leave room for instant improvement..imo
June 11th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
This is all we’ll have to do for the next several weeks, is B.S. about stuff that probably won’t even happen anyway.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:09 pm
theghostronin79 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:05 pm
I don’t think he’ll be replaced by anybody neccessarily. But I DO think he’s starting in the #5 spot as of right now.
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Agreed however, if he is healthy he will push from his position at number #5.
We have a good situation at WR postion. Lots of competition.
CPALMER has got to be pleased…
June 11th, 2012 at 1:10 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
I’d take any of the guys we have now, Murph included, over Chaz(injury prone) and TJ. Sounds like it could leave room for instant improvement..imo
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Hagan should have never been cut. Hue bringing his boys in was inexcusable. Not someting a HC should do.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:12 pm
@Tx…
If you were to get a Burris jersey, would you make a custom jersey? All I see for sale at the moment are
#20 #17 #3 #92 and #93
June 11th, 2012 at 1:14 pm
5.
We have a good situation at WR postion. Lots of competition.
CPALMER has got to be pleased…
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Oh yeah man, we are in the best position at WR than I can even remember. Heck, I’m “Tempted” to say we are Stacked, but I’m still too scared to say such things. Palmer’s GOT to be pleased, cause I smile just thinking about it.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:15 pm
Oh yeah man, we are in the best position at WR than I can even remember. Heck, I’m “Tempted” to say we are Stacked,
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You can say that Bruh, I will co sign it…
June 11th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
@Thec
as far as NFL production, I agree with you that Murphy is head & shoulders way better than guys like McGee, Streater & Calhoun …
to be fair, those guys really haven’t been given [or perhaps they haven't earned] a chance to shine either
In all reality, we know that DHB, Moore, Ford & Murphy were all “nicked” at some point last season. Can never have enough talented WR’s. If you have 5 or 6 good wideouts and 1 or 2 is injured, you’re still in pretty good shape imo
June 11th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Any take care guys…
Coach Al Davis created the one and only NATION in professional sports.
Out
June 11th, 2012 at 1:17 pm
@737 Man I’m having the same issue..deciding to pay the extra cash for custom or wait til they release one.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
@Thec Yep Hue had no business letting Haggan leave, dude did nothing but make catches in tough spots.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:19 pm
When’s the mini camp? I think cork’s gonna be there Thursday. Not sure though.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:20 pm
I’ll take one for the team, I’ll pay the extra for a custom Burris, almost assures they’ll release a reg priced one next week.lol
June 11th, 2012 at 1:23 pm
Attn: Steve Corkran
Can we get a new post about Christo Bilukidi avoiding a ticket and/or Tory Humphrey being signed ??
please & thank you
June 11th, 2012 at 1:23 pm
743.TxRaider210 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
@Thec Yep Hue had no business letting Haggan leave, dude did nothing but make catches in tough spots.
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As soon as Hagan was cut, I poured my Kool-Aid out all over the ground. All that “You’ll play based on performance” B.S……Didn’t mean a damned thing. He was a lie, and everything he said before and would say in the future came with ME – crossing my arms and shaking my head. “Shut up coach, I don’t wanna hear your filth anymore.”
June 11th, 2012 at 1:24 pm
@Tx..
Ain’t that how it always works, huh?
June 11th, 2012 at 1:25 pm
Yeah to let him go for TJ, of all receivers, was very dumb. Tj’s better days were far behind him imo.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:27 pm
Theghostronin79 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:24 pm
@Tx..
Ain’t that how it always works, huh?
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Sounds about right.lol Do we have any clue as to when Nike will start expanding the jersey line-up?
June 11th, 2012 at 1:30 pm
Sounds about right.lol Do we have any clue as to when Nike will start expanding the jersey line-up?
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I wish I knew. I “Figured” it would be once guys started signing contracts and what-not. Now I’m thinking it might come once training camp starts, just before preseason; tryin to get everyone riled up.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:31 pm
Theghostronin79 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:19 pm
When’s the mini camp? I think cork’s gonna be there Thursday. Not sure though.
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Not sure, I think most start tomorrow.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
Yeah to let him go for TJ, of all receivers, was very dumb. Tj’s better days were far behind him imo.
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@Tx
I’ll be honest. I wanted the Raiders to sign a vet WR like Owens or Housh before training camp, but we signed Hagan instead. Al Davis loved him even though he didn’t have “Raider speed” and the move came with little fanfare. Everybody thought he’d be a camp body. He proceeded to blow us away in OTA’s , camp and then preseason. He earned a spot on the 53. Then we all called him our vet WR because he was showing great leadership. He was helping out the youngsters, making plays, preaching about film study instead of video games, etc. Then Hue Jackson benched him stating the reason was due to him being injured. Hagan quickly rebuffed that and as soon as he did, dropped even deeper into Hue’s doghouse. Jackson dumped him at the earliest opportunity. We all know that Al Davis was right.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
Theghostronin79 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 1:30 pm
Sounds about right.lol Do we have any clue as to when Nike will start expanding the jersey line-up?
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I wish I knew. I “Figured” it would be once guys started signing contracts and what-not. Now I’m thinking it might come once training camp starts, just before preseason; tryin to get everyone riled up.
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Yeah who knows. I guess I’ll wait since it’ll be so hot here this summer anyhow for jerseys.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:36 pm
Yea Hue made a few poor decisions, and some good ones. I don’t think DA and Reggie will let guys go who can obviously handle their roles.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:42 pm
@Tx…
Just guessing but, by your screen name, I’m thinkin’ you’re in Texas.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:44 pm
You know what’s crazy? I’ve been reading this blog religiously for the last 4 years….I only started posting comments here last week. Now I can’t stop.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:45 pm
@756 Yep San Antonio..probably about 103 outside right now.lol
June 11th, 2012 at 1:48 pm
Murphy hears foot steps
June 11th, 2012 at 1:48 pm
That’s funny, I’ve been to Dallas a few times / Texas State Fair…Been to Austin, Spent time in Harligen.
The thing that I remember most about my time in texas….
THE HEAT….OMG
June 11th, 2012 at 1:53 pm
Hue made a few poor decisions, and some good ones.
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@Tx
only time will tell if Hue Jackson made a good trade to get Carson Palmer. 5 years from now we’ll know what players in the 2012 & 2013 we could have gotten instead. We’ll also know what Palmer was able to produce for us. Last year when Campbell went down we would have had to rely on the trio of Boller, Pryor and probably Jordan La Secla [re-signed] which ultimately would have landed us a high draft pick this year and we would have probably re-signed Jason Campbell. Perhaps went after Peyton Manning or Matt Flynn this offseason. JC was playing well before he got hurt. Flynn is still a huge question mark. Manning’s health is unknown.
I like Carson Palmer & Aaron Curry. I think both will pay HUGE dividends this season
June 11th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
MJD may hold out for money? Any chance they pay him more, even if he has 2 yrs left to go under current contract?
June 11th, 2012 at 1:56 pm
Agreed RR, I like those guys also and hope they impress.
June 11th, 2012 at 1:58 pm
NFL News
Giants sign Rocky Bernard, waive Jake Ballard
Cards re-signed Vonnie Holliday & Clark Haggans
Dolphins confirm they worked out Chad Ochocinco
League officially suspends WR Jerome Simpson three games
June 11th, 2012 at 2:02 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
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Bullschit
$$$$$$$$$$$
Ohioraider Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
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Bullschit.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
LOL
You People need to improve your communication skills.
http://www.lifenews.com/2011/12/30/planned-parenthood-report-1b-group-gets-46-from-tax-money/
June 11th, 2012 at 2:08 pm
Two Raiders in Charity Golf Tourney
Written by Alameda Sun
Oakland Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski and punter Shane Lechler along with team executives will host a charity golf tounament at Callippe Preserve Golf Course in Pleasanton Sept. 16th to benefit the Oakland Raiders’ Courage House, Fred Finch Youth Center.
Founded in 1891, the Fred Finch Youth Center provides programs for emotionally challenged youth and their families. Support from the Oakland Raiders and the event helps the center continue offering education, therapy and a safe haven for more than 1,200 children and teens in need.
Advance tickets are required. For more information call David Hartmire at …
http://alamedasun.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3690&Itemid=12
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since Shane Lechler is now unemployed & pennyless [per Raider O's request] he will no longer be able to host the charity golf tounament for emotionally challenged youth and their families. All education & therapy for the 1200+ children will be cancelled immediately. Thank you.
June 11th, 2012 at 2:16 pm
Dolphins confirm they worked out Chad Ochocinco
$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Dolphins are a mess.
June 11th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
O Diggity, I smoked hella kind bud this weekend, ate 19 crunchy Dorito tacos and took a steamy dump in this stripper’s Gucci purse
It was actually spelled “Guchee” so I didn’t feel that bad
Yo, already faded on margs, less than 3 hours till face off. Check out this verse for WE WANT THE CUP, guaranteed to get your weiner pumped up:
Hittin’ the stage with 2 Kewl 4 Skool
Droppin’ fresh rhymes, making the girls drool
Got the Devils in the house, you know whuts up
So drop a smelly turd and shout WE WANT THE CUP
June 11th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
Beeech,
LOL
You did her a favor.
We Want The Cup!!!
Go Kings!!!
June 11th, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Do people know if Wheeler or Curry is the better pass-rusher?
I wonder who would be the SOLB?
June 11th, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Our best 2 wrs had under 100 catches combined last yr.. How are we stacked? Counting chickens before they hatch??
June 11th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
“Do people know if Wheeler or Curry is the better pass-rusher?
I wonder who would be the SOLB?”
When the play is in front of Curry he does very well but when he has to turn and defend a pass he gets lost adn can take bad angles.
Wheeler can do both well in fact I would say he is an upgrade over Wimbly. Look for Wheeler to be our most talked about ass kicking LB next year!
June 11th, 2012 at 3:09 pm
I think D Moore and DHB are both hatched. Juron Criner, not hatched.
June 11th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Tommy Chong 74 yrs old of Cheech and Chong diagnosed with prostrate cancer stage one. Said he’s had symtoms for 8 years. Quit smoking pot last year but does hemp oil nightly so he does not feel woozy. Just when he could get a medical pot card. LMFAO
June 11th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
ohioraider Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
Raider O Says:
June 9th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Plunk,
Abortion is a big business, and it generates a lot of revenue (taxes).
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Bullschit.
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Almost all of what Raider HO says is bullschit
June 11th, 2012 at 3:27 pm
Good evening PMPP and all my Green Party brothers!!!
June 11th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Raiders had the #9 ranked offense. Houston was ranked #13.
June 11th, 2012 at 3:39 pm
PM PARTY PATROL IN FULL EFFECT
R8 in the hizzy, spark that doobie, homie
Yo, gettin’ my swerve on for the Kings tonight, although almost burned by weiner off in the bathroom
Sparked a serious bowl and dropped a hot ember on my pubes. Thought it was a sudden case of The Clap until I saw the smoke
Dumped a Slurpee on it, but gonna have to be careful with the styling gel this week, wizzle
June 11th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
771.Marks hair Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Our best 2 wrs had under 100 catches combined last yr.. How are we stacked?
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Well the Raiders ARE a Run first team anyway. DHB found a way to contribute as a catch and run, physical (Yard after Catch) guy; should continue.
D.Mo flashed as a Deep threat and good bubble screen option who should theoretically be better in his second year.
Juron Criner I watched play in college cause he was in my conference and always terrorized my Ducks; he’s been lighting it up in OTA, and don’t worry, it will carry through camp and translate to the field. I forsee him becoming our #1 reciever by years end.
Jacoby Ford has also flashed as a “spectacular catch” guy with speed to burn.
Now with just that, I’d say it isn’t a proven “Stack” but, the potential is there to say so. Below that we’ve got Murphy and some promising UD and FA’s that will battle for a spot. I feel very excited about our receiving corps which I haven’t felt in a very long time.
June 11th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Anyone know why the Raids let Rock Cartwright walk ?
Don’t believe it was for salary reasons.
Rock wasn’t a great talent but seemed to be a hard nosed, versatile, effort sort of guy – and a good special teams player.
Seemed like a high character guy that laid it all on the line for the team.
Kind of surprised RM seemingly had no interest in keeping the Rock around.
June 11th, 2012 at 3:58 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Anyone know why the Raids let Rock Cartwright walk ?
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Losing Mike Bush in FA meant we needed to upgrade the remaining RB position. We needed someone who not only would be the backup but also play Special Teams as well. What you say is completely correct, and Rock was a good special teamer, but not really a fit for the #2 or #3 running back position especially with McFadden not able to prove he can deliver an entire season. Hence the additions of Goodson, Schmitt, and Lonyae Miller.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
??? thought Rock was a free agent???
June 11th, 2012 at 4:11 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Raiders had the #9 ranked offense. Houston was ranked #13.
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Remember that Matt Schaub played just slightly more than half the season. Matt Leinert took one snap, fell down and didn’t come back and the rest of the season was put in the hands of an unproven 5th round rookie. Not bad considering.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:13 pm
R8ER MIKE Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
??? thought Rock was a free agent???
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He was.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
The Raiders and Texans both averaged 4.5 yds a pop.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:25 pm
779. I agree with you.. Excitment yes. Up and comming yes..
Im only arguing that we arent stacked at wr. Ive read someone say they would take our wide receivers over and the other teams.. We’re not jedi yet.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:29 pm
786.Marks hair Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 4:25 pm
779. I agree with you.. Excitment yes. Up and comming yes..
Im only arguing that we arent stacked at wr. Ive read someone say they would take our wide receivers over and the other teams.. We’re not jedi yet.
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Seeing as it’s the Raiders, shouldn’t we be more Sith than Jedi?
June 11th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
lol DJ! very true indeed sir!
June 11th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
I hope that Ted Gilmore can get these WR’s to the next level. On paper he is an upgrade over Sanjay.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Truth
June 11th, 2012 at 4:45 pm
Remember DA was a DB also, I see him helping out Ted a lot.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
The WR corps shows a lot of promise. And even though they have shown flashes here and there, they remain largely unproven. Durability has been a concern. If they’re not suited up then they’re not helping you win ball games. Hoping the new conditiong coach and program gets and keeps these guys healthy and strong. If that happens then they have the potential to be great group.
June 11th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
I hope Seymour keeps his temper in check against Pitt, after the last run in with Ben.lol I want zero personal fouls from Sey jmo
June 11th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Imo our WR corp will rival GB they are loaded at the WR as well
June 11th, 2012 at 5:10 pm
@794 Agreed, if they stay healthy.
June 11th, 2012 at 5:28 pm
One thing that I like about DHB last season…He got his bell rung, strapped to a cart and rolled off the field. I thought for sure he would pull a Johnny Lee.
Nope, he was at practice the following Wednesday.
June 11th, 2012 at 6:06 pm
Lets see how that works out for you. I predict 3 meltdowns from Seymour and then DA will bench him.
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TxRaider210 Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
I hope Seymour keeps his temper in check against Pitt, after the last run in with Ben.lol I want zero personal fouls from Sey jmo
June 11th, 2012 at 6:12 pm
MistaBrown Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 6:06 pm
Lets see how that works out for you. I predict 3 meltdowns from Seymour and then DA will bench him.
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That would still be less meltdowns than you have monthly on this blog. And then there are your legendary Chernobyl’s…..
June 11th, 2012 at 6:15 pm
Peymour are you trolling my posts again?
Go ahead and tell us how we should ignore the trolls, again!
June 11th, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Whatcha think Clown? How are your Cleveland Browns going to do THIS year? They going to be a “thorn in that division again”? For the first time since 1956?
June 11th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
Bryce went 3 for 4
June 11th, 2012 at 7:20 pm
By the way, here are some players who should have been on this list (in order):
Lawrence Timmons, ILB, Steelers (top 35)
Brandon Flowers, CB, Chiefs (35-50)
Justin Smith, DE/DT, 49ers (35-50)
Kevin Williams, DT, Vikings (35-50)
Joe Haden, CB, Browns (51-70)
Andrew Whitworth, OT, Bengals (51-70)
Kyle Williams, NT, Bills (61-80)
Chad Greenway, OLB, Vikings (61-80)
Tramon Williams, CB, Packers (61-80)
Matt Schaub, QB, Texans (81-100)
Rolando McClain, ILB, Raiders (if Eric Berry is ranked, McClain should be)
Devin McCourty, CB, Patriots (same as McClain)
NFL Top 100 Players of 2011: 10-1:
10. Julius Peppers, DE, Bears
9. Drew Brees, QB, Saints
8. Darrelle Revis, CB, Jets
7. Andre Johnson, WR, Texans
6. Troy Polamalu, S, Steelers
5. Ed Reed, S, Ravens
4. Ray Lewis, ILB, Ravens
3. Adrian Peterson, RB, Vikings
2. Peyton Manning, QB, Colts
1. Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
8. Darrelle Revis: Forum member Joe Legend made a great point when he said that Darrelle Revis should be ranked better than Andre Johnson, since Revis shuts down Johnson whenever they match up. Can’t argue with that.
4. Ray Lewis: The players need to put down the crack pipe. Ray Lewis is a first-ballot Hall of Famer and is still getting it done at the age of 36, but he isn’t anywhere close to being the fourth-best player in the NFL right now. Haloti Ngata is the superior talent. In fact, without Ngata, Lewis would frequently be exposed.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:31 pm
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/06/11/vick-calls-his-top-100-ranking-a-joke/
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Vick is dead on! I thought the guy played damn well last year under the circumstances. Early on, that OL was straight garbage. And we don’t even need to talk about the D. The four-game win streak at the end of the year was a mirage folks. Losing Jason Peters is big, but I’d get on the bandwagon now if I were some of you clowns who really believe the talking heads that say he “regressed” last year. The guy is a top-5 QB in the league hands down.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:33 pm
Whoops? “NOT” a mirage.
June 11th, 2012 at 7:39 pm
Did you see that Walter Football thought Rolando McClain should be ranked?
June 11th, 2012 at 8:20 pm
In a Alabama bank I watched his eyes they were hard as furnished steel. He bust through the door with a 44 spinning it like a wheel.
Like a wagon wheel.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:28 pm
You never knew what is in his head or what he planned next time. If he’s fighting for a forgotten cause or to keep his pockets lined.
June 11th, 2012 at 8:31 pm
Sorry, slow evening in the blog. I’m done now.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:19 pm
practice squad is for Oline and Dline men…
WR’s & DB’s can be found on the Basketball court.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Vick sucks there are 10 QB’s in the league better than he is.
Besides he is not a Raider who cares what he thinks.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:22 pm
Swayze Waters can kick and punt…free up a roster spot…and make a lot less than Lechler & Janikowski.
Just sayin!
June 11th, 2012 at 9:26 pm
trick plays are for teams that can’t play real football…maybe use 1 once or twice a year to get an extra win once or twice is ok…but not as a part of your regular offence.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:29 pm
re #802…any of that your original thoughts Kell? or just more cut and paste emptiness
June 11th, 2012 at 9:42 pm
I know more about football than you ever will, Druggie.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:45 pm
sure Kell…post an original thought and maybe we can debate it.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:47 pm
The point Druggie, was that Walter Football thought Rolando McClain should be ranked in the top 100 NFL players.
June 11th, 2012 at 9:54 pm
The Oakland Raiders are coming off two 8-8 campaigns, and looking to a very bright 2012 season. So looking at the current squad, who reminds us of some of the great players of old? Who will provide that spark to lift the team back up to the glory days of yesteryear?
My first pick is easy, and just stands out as a comparison.
Jacoby Ford compares to Cliff Branch.
At 5’ 9”, Ford is slightly smaller than Branch was (5’ 11”), but weights the same at 185 lbs. What makes them so alike though is not only the world class speed that they possess, but that each player has the ability to turn that speed into production on the field. Not everybody with speed can do that, but with Branch and Ford, every time they touch the ball they are a threat to go all the way.
Both were selected by the Raiders in the 4th round of the draft. Branch came from Colorado in 1972, and Ford from Clemson in 2010.
Branch was seen at the time he was picked as just a speed guy, and not a football player. Ford was seen exactly the same way coming out of Clemson. Thankfully Al Davis saw past these evaluations to draft two exceptional football players.
I hope Jacoby Ford goes on to replicate some of Branch’s achievements, such as a 14 year career with the Raiders, and winning three Superbowls.
Stefan Wisniewski compares to Dave Dalby
The Raiders have a history of having exceptional players at the center position, and Stefan Wisniewski (Wiz 2.0) continues that tradition. But of all the great centers Oakland has had, he is most like Dave Dalby. Wiz is so similar in that he isn’t the biggest guy on the field, or even the strongest guy, but he is smart and ultra competitive. Both players show a good understanding of blocking angles and always take care of their assignments.
In an era when players have contracts and conditions that would have been unthinkable back in the 60’s, Wiz 2.0 is truly a throwback in terms of toughness. Wiz played all sixteen games with a torn labrum in his shoulder. Dalby never missed a game in 14 years.
You rarely see that kind of grit and commitment in the game anymore.
When Dalby retired, he was a scout for the Raiders until he died tragically in a car accident in 2002. Wiz 2.0 also has that rare thing in today’s game that Dalby also had, a passion for the team you play for, rather than your wallet.
I just know that Wiz 2.0 has a similarly bright future with the Raiders.
Chimdi Chekwa compares to Nnamdi Asomugha
Now this comparison is a brave one considering how little we have seen Chekwa play, (he ended his first season on IR) but I really to see a lot of similarities between the two, even at this early stage in Chekwa’s career.
Although Chekwa is a couple of inches shorter than Nnamdi, who is 6’ 2”,he has the same ideal cornerback physique being tall and lean with long arms. Chekwa also has that aggressive streak in both pass and run defense that we saw from Asomugha early in his career, hitting hard and wanting to make it count.
In pass defense he shows that same ability to play man to man coverage and to go up and fight for the ball. I didn’t see him get badly beaten, (the Chiefs are welcome to Stanford Routt…) and when his receiver did catch the ball Chekwa was right there to take him down.
Early days I know, (and I expect to take some heat for this one) but I think this young man is talented and was be a great pick for us.
Shane Lechler compares to – Ray Guy
How easy was this one?
Back in the glory days of the 70’s and 80’s, everyone knew Ray Guy was the best punter in the league by some way.
Joe Horrigan, the historian of the Pro Football Hall of Fame once said: “He’s the first punter you could look at and say: ‘He won games.’”
Guy punted the ball so high that people even questioned if he had filled it with helium.
His average punt was 42.4 yards. Then Shane Lechler came along, and averaged 47.6. How much better can you get?
Either era you look at, the Raiders had the best punter in the league when these two wore the silver and black. Ray Guy player 14 years in Oakland and never played for anyone else. Lechler has already got 12 years under his belt, all with the Raiders.
Both were also distinguished at other positions in college/high school before coming to the NFL as punters. Guy played safety, (at a very good level) and Lechler played quarterback, (as he has shown on some fake punts). Each also has the distinction of being the Raiders emergency quarterback.
You can get much more similar than that!
Now I could have compared other players, Matt Shaugnessy, (with his nasty streak) reminds me in some ways of Lyle Alzado, but to be honest there was only really one Lyle Alzado. Richard Seymour could be compared to Howie Long in that both are perennial All Pros who could play both end and tackle, (you don’t see that much anymore). Lastly, Owen Schmitt is a kind of a throwback to the bruising John Ritchie, but as Schmitt hasn’t even made the final roster yet, I thought that comparison was best left alone.
So Raider fans, who do you think on the current Raider roster compares to a Raider Legend?
June 11th, 2012 at 10:06 pm
Raidah. Dude.
June 11th, 2012 at 10:30 pm
KoolKell Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 9:47 pm
The point Druggie, was that Walter Football thought Rolando McClain should be ranked in the top 100 NFL players.
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the point is Kool one, what is YOUR opinion?
June 11th, 2012 at 10:41 pm
Ludicrous. What has Rolando done to merit inclusion in the Top 100?
June 11th, 2012 at 10:44 pm
Who cares what Vick thinks…
June 11th, 2012 at 10:53 pm
Whut up my beyotches?!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:55 pm
Word of the day beyotches is KINGS!
June 11th, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Huge shout out to the PMPP crew. Whut uo fellas?
June 11th, 2012 at 10:58 pm
Busy all day. Trip to LA to get my son’s expedited passport and to pick-up his TWIC card. The on to watch the Kings rock it.
Buds be flowin’
June 11th, 2012 at 11:08 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Huge shout out to the PMPP crew. Whut uo fellas?
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Sup.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:13 pm
Reece reminds me of a young Todd Christensen. Both started at RB and both could catch. Christensen went on to be the most prolific TE ever to play that position for the Raiders.
Just my opinion.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:18 pm
Casper was better and had more impact. Todd was a steady and reliable guy.
Casper was the sch*t.
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JB Says:
June 11th, 2012 at 11:13 pm
Christensen went on to be the most prolific TE ever to play that position for the Raiders.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:20 pm
Christensen will never, ever get a sniff of the HOF. Casper’s in it.
‘Nuff said.
June 11th, 2012 at 11:25 pm
Roostah Raidah is a playah. Damn
June 11th, 2012 at 11:29 pm
One thing the New Jersey Devils got….
Deez Nutz Beyotch!
June 11th, 2012 at 11:36 pm
The Kings “Silver & Black” days started because of the Raiders of course. You gotta admit though, the fact that all of Sch*tsburgh share the same color pallet is pretty cool.
June 12th, 2012 at 1:08 am
Raider O could surprise. D a big question mark. Think CBs will be fine LBs coverage suspect.
Intriguing D line prospects. IF Shaughnessy’s back full go at mandatories were okay. If not, Crawford, Bilukidi, Burris and anyone else will be needed to apply pressure.
Hopefully new scheme and blitzes hit home. We’ve got the speed to get there…
June 12th, 2012 at 1:20 am
HOF is a popularity contest! Why is Cliff Branch not in the HOF! Lester Hayes? Kenny Stabler?
Nuff said!
June 12th, 2012 at 4:49 am
The guy is a top-5 QB in the league hands down.
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I’ll go ahead and trust the guys who play the game alongside him on this one.
Top 5 QB? He is the 3rd best QB, IN HIS OWN DIVISION.
June 12th, 2012 at 4:52 am
Branch should definitely be in, Hayes is up in the air, and Stabler and Plunkett are accurately not in.
Hayes had 1 All-Pro year and 5 Pro Bowls. Nnamdi has 4 All-Pro years and 4 Pro Bowls.
That’s what the voters look at for DB’s, Pro Bowls and All-Pro’s, right or wrong.
Cliff Branch is the headscratcher.
June 12th, 2012 at 5:03 am
Hard to argue against Cliff Branch in the HOF. He had the stats, the accolades, the post season awards and Super Bowls.
But what makes him stand out is a number of signature plays.
Lynn Swann had one signature catch and inferior career stats and accomplishments to Branch and yet he’s in.
But the voting members don’t like to look at old Raiders highlights. If Swann is in, there is no way to exclude Branch by that criteria alone.
June 12th, 2012 at 8:08 am
Yep, Swann made the HOF on the back of one circus catch in the Super Bowl. Period.
The fact that CB ain’t in the HOF is one of the greatest travesties in the entire NFL.
Speed kills beyotches!
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guest123 Says:
June 12th, 2012 at 5:03 am
Hard to argue against Cliff Branch in the HOF. He had the stats, the accolades, the post season awards and Super Bowls.
But what makes him stand out is a number of signature plays.
Lynn Swann had one signature catch and inferior career stats and accomplishments to Branch and yet he’s in.
But the voting members don’t like to look at old Raiders highlights. If Swann is in, there is no way to exclude Branch by that criteria alone.
June 13th, 2012 at 8:42 pm
Lester Hayes had the single best season of any cb. He got three rings! u can spell his name and he defined the cb position. A former LB turned CB. U compare Hayes to Nnambi? A corner tht cant catch! We judge players by wins and big plays. Hayes performed in the big games. Look at his all time int’s. Part of the voted best CB duo of allllll time but not in HOF. Pllllease. Namath in HOF but not Stabler? Plunkett? Bob Griese in HOF. Branch not in because the voters hate logic. Casper and Bileknikof in but not Branch? Mel Blount evn gave Branch props at his HOF speech. Hayes a true shut down corner/Haynes is in. CRAzY