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Chances of Wiz conspiracy are slim

By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 at 11:38 am in Oakland Raiders.

A report on Profootballtalk.com is intimating Steve Wisniewski’s departure from the Raiders staff may have been more of a forced resignation that a decision of personal choice.

There were no reason given for his exit just as the team was reporting to training camp, but it would be prudent to hold off on any speculation that there was friction or philosophical differences on Dennis Allen’s staff where Wisniewski is concerned.

“Personal reasons” in Wisniewski’s case probably has quite a bit to do with family and faith, two reasons I was surprised he ever became a coach in the first place.

Toward the end of his career, I sat down with Wisniewski following practice on a bench at the club facility for probably the only extended intervew we ever had. Wisniewski was notoriously tight-lipped with the media, sticking with cliches and platitudes whenever possible.

At that point, Wisniewski explained that he was “old school,” and simply didn’t believe in flashy quotes or doing anything at the expense of a team. Wisniewski said there was no memorabilia at his home giving any hint he was a professional football player, and that when he walked away from the sport, he’d be gone for good.

Wisniewski said he’d instantly lose at least 50 pounds and then move on to the next phase of his life, which included becoming a church minister and getting back to a family life that was not always made easy by the demands of a professional football player.

But there was also the pull of the sport Wisniewski loved, and he occasionally began showing up at training camp, watching the line coaches do their job. He got a job on Jim Harbaugh’s staff at Stanford as a weight training assistant and worked his way back to the Raiders.

Because of his team-first attitude, Wisniewski was a favorite of every coach he ever had in Oakland, a career which spanned Mike Shanahan, Art Shell, Mike White, Joe Bugel and Jon Gruden. He thrived in any scheme, carried out orders and was Pied Piper of sorts to the rest of the linemen who followed him dutifully on distance runs following practice.

The chances of any sort of issue with Wisniewski is contrary to pretty much everything he is about.

Pollack becomes one of eight coaches without a line assistant, and he’ll miss a guy who in the middle of practice thought nothing of dropping to the ground and doing push-ups during breaks in the action.

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812 Responses to “Chances of Wiz conspiracy are slim”

  1. Raider O Says:

    UNO!!!!

  2. Raider O Says:

    I win!!

  3. guest123 Says:

    Q: Why isn’t Reggie looking for a replacement for Wiz?

    Q2: If we are sticking to the “family reasons” story, why did Wiz decide to take on the responsibility back in February? Why wait till now? What was the cause/effect hairtrigger to todays event?

  4. Raider O Says:

    Q2: If we are sticking to the “family reasons” story, why did Wiz decide to take on the responsibility back in February? Why wait till now? What was the cause/effect hairtrigger to todays event?
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    Excellent question.
    Get to work Steve & Jerry.

  5. hwnrdr Says:

    Wiz will be missed but like B said…always will be a member of the Raider family! also, he’ll be there game time right? I thought I read that!

  6. lefty12 Says:

    You guys and your Payton Place mentalities.He isn’t a coach any longer-the end.It really doesn’t make any difference why.If the team feels it isn’t necessary to fill his position so be it,just move on.

  7. RaiderDuck Says:

    Guest123 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 11:43 am
    Q: Why isn’t Reggie looking for a replacement for Wiz?

    ============================================

    This time of year? Who’s available that’s any good?

  8. Raider O Says:

    You people up north are lucky. maybe the rest of us can watch it on NFLN “inside TC live”.

  9. guest123 Says:

    If Wiz was complaining about the 100 hr work week and now Pollack is going to do without him, you have to wonder how real is that story. Pollack must be a workaholic to manage without the help of a 100 hour/wk assistant, don’t ya think?

  10. Nnamdi21 Says:

    Thnx 4 all you did 4 us Wiz!

  11. RaiderDuck Says:

    Guest123 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
    If Wiz was complaining about the 100 hr work week and now Pollack is going to do without him, you have to wonder how real is that story. Pollack must be a workaholic to manage without the help of a 100 hour/wk assistant, don’t ya think?

    ==========================================

    Apparently, at least eight other OL coaches don’t have assistants either.

  12. Nnamdi21 Says:

    6. Thats right. Players, coaches come and go in this biz.

    “aider Nation-Station on FB:

    “Oakland says they will NOT look for another assistant. That leaves Frank Pollack as the lone O line Coach. 8 other teams have a single O line Coach in case you were wondering…”

  13. Nnamdi21 Says:

    11. Heard that too. We’ll be alright…Did like the Wizzer though…

  14. guest123 Says:

    Q: Why isn’t Reggie looking for a replacement for Wiz?

    ============================================

    This time of year? Who’s available that’s any good?

    ********

    I figure there are a ton of college coaches who would jump right now for a chance to coach in the NFL. Even OTJ help is better than no one.

  15. Thec Says:

    Q: Why isn’t Reggie looking for a replacement for Wiz?
    ++++

    Thats not McKenzie’s job, that responsiblity belongs to Patton.

  16. Thec Says:

    Thx classic Wiz, see ya at the parade…

  17. Thec Says:

    and he’ll miss a guy who in the middle of practice thought nothing of dropping to the ground and doing push-ups during breaks in the action.

    +++++++++++=

    Baattle tested and ready…NATION Approved.

  18. Thec Says:

    1 NATION

  19. Raider O Says:

    Guest,

    Maybe we have someone that can assist Pollack, if he needs help.

  20. KoolKell Says:

    Wiz II is doing well, I attributed some of that to Wiz. That’s all.

  21. Dakota Says:

    You want a conspiracy theory?

    What if Reggie names his brother, Raleigh McKenzie, a former NFL guard, as assistant offensive line coach in the coming days?

    Nepotismmmmmmmm.

  22. guest123 Says:

    post 19 & 21……..hmmmm

  23. Marks hair Says:

    21. It wouldnt shock me..

  24. Raider O Says:

    I don’t want a conspiracy theory, but I do want answers.
    “Q2: If we are sticking to the “family reasons” story, why did Wiz decide to take on the responsibility back in February? Why wait till now? What was the cause/effect hairtrigger to todays event?”

  25. Raider O Says:

    Btw, I thought Reggie’s brother was a scout.

  26. MikieG Says:

    Bring back Bob “Coyote” Wylie…his segment on Moving the Chains is killer…
    He’s probably got a job already tho.

  27. lefty12 Says:

    What a bunch of ole women.

  28. TxRaider210 Says:

    Any chance Saunders will step in to help out? Knapp has already been named OC..

  29. hwnrdr Says:

    A’s game next week! Hopefully!

  30. papertiger418 Says:

    @MikieG

    Wylie’s with the Rams now. Had no trouble finding work. Maybe Wiz just wanted to make sure his nephew was settled before stepping back? The ZBS really wasn’t his thing anyway.

  31. guest123 Says:

    Bummer day in the Nation. Wiz quits his OL assistant coaching position and Cork predicts the Raiders to finish last in the AFC West.

    Hope there is better news to speak of tommorow.

  32. lefty12 Says:

    Knowing Corkran’s success on predictions I’d rather he picked us for last than 1st.

  33. hwnrdr Says:

    lefty12 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
    Knowing Corkran’s success on predictions I’d rather he picked us for last than 1st.

    That is true!

  34. jesusraiderjim Says:

    Cork has never been all that great at predictions. Remember the ‘Boss will have a better year than Miller’ talk? Another Cork special…

    ————————————————
    It is not the prediction as much as the throwing us under the bus and talkin out both sides of his face in the chats. IMO

  35. jesusraiderjim Says:

    Maybe cork will just lay down for us like the Dolts did. LMAO

  36. TheGreatness Says:

    Doubt we will ever get the whole truth behind his departure,by all accounts he was very good at his job and well liked, let hope this doesn’t retard Wiz 2.0’s progress.

  37. RaiderDuck Says:

    Papertiger418 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
    @MikieG

    Wylie’s with the Rams now. Had no trouble finding work. Maybe Wiz just wanted to make sure his nephew was settled before stepping back? The ZBS really wasn’t his thing anyway.

    ==========================================

    Where’d you get that? Wylie’s unemployed right now. Not that we’ll bring him back, as he doesn’t know the ZBS.

  38. R8ER MIKE Says:

    Duck i heard the same thing about Wylie too.
    he is a regular guest on sirius xm.

  39. Raidernationdave Says:

    This is excellent Jerry:

    “Because of his team-first attitude, Wisniewski was a favorite of every coach he ever had in Oakland, a career which spanned Mike Shanahan, Art Shell, Mike White, Joe Bugel and Jon Gruden. He thrived in any scheme, carried out orders and was Pied Piper of sorts to the rest of the linemen who followed him dutifully on distance runs following practice.”

    This is exactly why “The Wizzer” is so endeared by the knowledgeable and loyal fans of the S & B. Dude was always the consummate pro, hard-nosed and a rock to look up to.

    Sorry to see him go but Wiz will always be a Raider.

  40. Sullivan44 Says:

    I can’t believe this is such a story. It’s as if Wizniewski coached this line to 3 SB victories.

  41. RaiderDuck Says:

    Meanwhile, PFT just posted the real reason Addai was cut: he quit the endurance test. Not failed it, just quit because it was too tough. What complete wuss.

  42. realtruraider Says:

    Where’d you get that? Wylie’s unemployed right now. Not that we’ll bring him back, as he doesn’t know the ZBS.
    —————————————————–

    I thought Wylie was well versed in all O-line schemes. Doesn’t he hold a class every offseason for O-line coaches?

    I doubt we would bring him back though

  43. Thec Says:

    Dakota Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
    You want a conspiracy theory?

    What if Reggie names his brother, Raleigh McKenzie, a former NFL guard, as assistant offensive line coach in the coming days?

    Nepotismmmmmmmm.

    +++++++

    McKenzie gave Allen the autonomy to hire the coaching staff….

    It will be Allen that hires the new coach, not RM.

    That should end ALL con’s theory’s…

  44. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Dezmon Briscoe just became available..

  45. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Bears trade late round pick to Bucs for DT Brian Price..

  46. The Big Banana Says:

    Excellent write-up, Jerry. Way to put all this conspiracy talk to bed. Will you Chicken littles now be at ease?

  47. Thec Says:

    The Big Banana Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
    Excellent write-up, Jerry. Way to put all this conspiracy talk to bed. Will you Chicken littles now be at ease?

    ++++++++++

    hahahahahaha…

  48. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Eat mor Chikin!!!!

  49. Raidernationdave Says:

    Some of these dudes are treating this story as if there is some secretive agenda at work here.

    Bunch a paranoid ninnies.

    Go what Oprah ya bunch of Biatches!

  50. Raidernationdave Says:

    LMAO!

    Eat aborted fetuses (eggs fck tards!).

    +++++++++++++++++++

    DennisAllensVisor Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
    Eat mor Chikin!!!!

  51. Thec Says:

    DennisAllensVisor Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 1:47 pm
    Dezmon Briscoe just became available..

    +++++

    Would have a tough time beating out anyone of the project top 4 or 5. Would not be a bad idea though. The more competition the better.

  52. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    DHB
    Moore
    Criner
    Ford
    Streater
    Briscoe

    Would be a pretty nice WR core..

  53. Thec Says:

    DHB
    Moore
    Criner
    Ford
    Streater
    Briscoe

    Would be a pretty nice WR core..

    +++++++

    Not bad a bunch of young guns, DHB being the oldest.

  54. JLofty Says:

    Bring back the Cable man!! That dude was a ZBS GENIUS!!!!

  55. J Hill Says:

    Ford should be no lower than 3rd on the WR depth chart.

    PERFECT slot WR, imo.

    If he stays healthy, should have a big year.

    Going to be hard for Criner or Streater to see the field.

  56. JLofty Says:

    @28: Yeah Tx I immediately thought the same thing.
    Al Saunders can pitch in on the line and help Pollack. Plus a lot of that stuff the asst’s do is clerical type work. Breaking down film, getting GPs to the players, not a huge deal. Imho.
    Thanks Wiz best of luck in the next phase!

  57. Raider O Says:

    Whut up Biatch?
    WTF is wrong with you people?
    Our assistant OL coach quit a few days before camp, we hear this dumb excuse of how it’s hard work and he needs more time for his family, and you people buy that?
    Sheep!!!!

  58. JLofty Says:

    I don’t know JHill, that crew hasn’t exactly proven super durable. Might just need all the youngsters….

  59. JLofty Says:

    Baaaa!

  60. Raider O Says:

    LOL

  61. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:15 pm
    Ford should be no lower than 3rd on the WR depth chart.

    PERFECT slot WR, imo.

    If he stays healthy, should have a big year.

    Going to be hard for Criner or Streater to see the field.

    —-

    The only thing ’slot’ about Ford is his size.

    He hasnt shown the route running ability or been asked to run anything close to what a slot WR in the WCO is asked to run.

    Add in he hasnt been able to stay healthy…

  62. J Hill Says:

    He hasnt shown the route running ability or been asked to run anything close to what a slot WR in the WCO is asked to run.

    ————————————————————-

    Same with Criner and Streater.

    Hasn’t been able to stay healthy? So he should drop on the depth chart because he might get hurt????

    Ford is a walking TD. You’re right, becuase of his size he should be in the slot.

  63. Thec Says:

    DHB
    Moore
    Criner
    Ford
    Streater
    Briscoe

    +++++++++

    Not sure if this was a depth chart from you or not.

    JFORD has ALOT to prove imo. He needs to really apply himself to the craft…

    Start of Season
    DMO
    DHB
    JFORD
    JCRINER
    STREAT
    MAC/CAL/CAR

    By Seasons end

    JCRINER
    DMO
    *JFORD/DHB
    STREAT
    MAC/CAL/CAR

    * If JFORD can bring it, and DHB getting a lot of run.

  64. Raider O Says:

    Btw, Wylie ran that OL clinic, so I’m sure he is very familiar with the ZBS.

  65. J Hill Says:

    GREAT to have the youngsters for depth in case the starters get hurt,

    No argument here.

  66. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
    He hasnt shown the route running ability or been asked to run anything close to what a slot WR in the WCO is asked to run.

    ————————————————————-

    Same with Criner and Streater.

    Hasn’t been able to stay healthy? So he should drop on the depth chart because he might get hurt????

    Ford is a walking TD. You’re right, becuase of his size he should be in the slot.

    —-

    You said slot.

    Im referring to Ford’s ability or lack of proven ability to play the slot position.

    That list of WRs I put is in order of talent. Not a depth chart.

  67. Thec Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
    He hasnt shown the route running ability or been asked to run anything close to what a slot WR in the WCO is asked to run.

    ————————————————————-

    Same with Criner and Streater.

    +++++++++++

    For what the OTA’s were worth, word had it that JCRINER ran really good routes….

  68. The Big Banana Says:

    O, with all due respect, bro, if you keep pushing this non-issue, I’m gonna start calling you Roseanne. Just sayin. Grab a snickers bar…

  69. RaiderDuck Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    WTF is wrong with you people?
    Our assistant OL coach quit a few days before camp, we hear this dumb excuse of how it’s hard work and he needs more time for his family, and you people buy that?
    Sheep!!!!

    ===============================================

    OK, so why do you YOU think he’s gone?

  70. Thec Says:

    PERFECT slot WR, imo.

    ++++++++

    I agree that JFORD would be perfect in the slot.

    That in and of itself is a nightmare for anyone, including a DB to cover, if he gets matched up with an LB by chance forget it.

  71. Thec Says:

    I agree that JFORD would be perfect in the slot.

    +++++++++

    Jhill, I think I argued with you and B@uce last season regarding moving him to the slot however, I will capitulate. With our new schematic, and WR corp it makes a ton of sense.

  72. mcskinnnylegs Says:

    wtf! since when is snoop dog a steelers fan i thought he was a raiders fan

  73. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    Ford “COULD” be perfect in the slot but he isn’t interested in getting better and improving himself I’m afraid….

    He seems to rely on his talent…not his preparation…

    If he wants to get better, he needs to be locked in a room with some film on We Welker. Then he needs to develop some of his own techniques to get open similar to those used by the New England stud.

    It is not a question of ability.

    It is a question of wanting to improve, wanting to be the best one can be, and wanting to be great.

  74. Raider O Says:

    LOL TBB

  75. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    Ford is more interested in appearing cool to his peers and being on television…..he has been putting the cart before the horse…..

  76. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Oh, man, the Raiders giving free tix to practice is the worst move they could’ve made

    They better beef up security, ’cause there’s going to be an overweight, unemployed realtor chasing players around the field begging for links

    Krappy probably soiled himself twice when he realized 1) He can afford the tix 2) They probably don’t have a “soiled diaper detector” at the gate

  77. Raider O Says:

    RaiderDuck Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    WTF is wrong with you people?
    Our assistant OL coach quit a few days before camp, we hear this dumb excuse of how it’s hard work and he needs more time for his family, and you people buy that?
    Sheep!!!!

    ===============================================

    OK, so why do you YOU think he’s gone?
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    I’m not sure, but I’m sure it had nothing to do with 100 hours/ week and family. He didn’t know that in the off-season. Cmon dude.

  78. realtruraider Says:

    77

    Things can change pretty quick, you know?

  79. Raider O Says:

    Guys,

    It’s not like we lost our HC, DC, OC, etc.., but something is not right with this issue.
    A few days before camp out assistant OL coach quits, and the excuse is the job is too demanding and he needs more family time?! I’m not buying it. Maybe he has family issues, personal reasons, etc… I’m not sure, I’m not saying it’s a conspiracy or a huge issue, but I like our reporters to do their job and investigate the story and try to get us some answers.

  80. realtruraider Says:

    It sounds like he will still be apart of this team, so I have no reason not to believe what they are sayin.

  81. JLofty Says:

    Smeh!

  82. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Carson Palmer better not bend over to pick up his car keys, cause in seconds there’ll be a mentally challenged old navy vet mounting him from behind

    Brahs, we’ve gotta start a campaign to Amy Trask to rescind the free tix idea

    It’s the only way our O Line stands a chance of getting through training camps with their rectum virginity intact

  83. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    You guys are still stuck in the past where everything revealed to the media was mis information.

    The guy is gone, that’s that.

    Move on.

    Reggie hired his brother after firing men who worked for this organization for years….he doesn’t give a schit what anyone thinks….

    He doesn’t have to make up stories for the sake of it….

    Moving on’

  84. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    Guys,

    It’s not like we lost our HC, DC, OC, etc.., but something is not right with this issue.
    A few days before camp out assistant OL coach quits, and the excuse is the job is too demanding and he needs more family time?! I’m not buying it. Maybe he has family issues, personal reasons, etc… I’m not sure, I’m not saying it’s a conspiracy or a huge issue, but I like our reporters to do their job and investigate the story and try to get us some answers.
    ——————–
    I hear what you’re saying O, I’d like some clarification myself since Wiz knows the Nation has respect for him. My only guess would be family issues that he wants to keep private, maybe..

  85. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    My sources in Alameda tell me Wiz had to go after Ko-ing Condeaux for reading Vogue in the locker room.

  86. theghostronin79 Says:

    How’s it goin Tx?

  87. Raider O Says:

    I hear what you’re saying O, I’d like some clarification myself since Wiz knows the Nation has respect for him. My only guess would be family issues that he wants to keep private, maybe..
    $$$$$$$$$$$$

    Great point Tx. Maybe….

  88. Raidernationdave Says:

    JLofty Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:17 pm
    Baaaa!

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:17 pm
    LOL

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    I was driving home from work one day and saw a dude in the field fcking some sheep.

    Concerned, I went to the farm house and knocked on the door. A little boy answered.

    I said, “Son did you know there’s a man in the field fcking the sheep?”

    The kid said, “Yeaaaaaaah! ThaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaT’s my daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad!”

  89. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    How’s it goin Tx?
    ——————
    Not bad bro, just pumped for football already, got a good feeling this year. How’s life out West man?

  90. Tricky70390 Says:

    PFT stirs up **** all the time for webhits, especially when the story involves the Raiders.

    This doesn’t surprise me.

  91. Raidernationdave Says:

    took my son to work this morning. He got in the car and said, “Damn dad that’s some killer OG Cush you scored!”

    The car stunk like skunk!!!!!

    +++++++++++++++++++++

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 2:16 pm
    Whut up Biatch?

  92. Raider O Says:

    Dave,

    LOL
    It’s tome to move bro.

  93. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    You KNOW that if Krappy has access to the practice field he’ll somehow manage to waddle his way into the locker room

    Man, Coach Allen is not going to be happy when a lumpy old fool in a Kane & Associates button down interrupts his speech to tell the team about his recent trip to Copenhagen

    Straight FIZZLE

  94. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    I hear what you’re saying O, I’d like some clarification myself since Wiz knows the Nation has respect for him. My only guess would be family issues that he wants to keep private, maybe..
    $$$$$$$$$$$$

    Great point Tx. Maybe….
    ===========
    Maybe something will break later about the specifics, but I’m sure he’s got a good reason for leaving abruptly imo.

  95. theghostronin79 Says:

    Yeah, I’m beyond pumped. It’s starting to hit me that when I come back to work on Monday, they’ll be practicing finally. LOOONG damn time to wait. I don’t watch other sports so, offseason is brutal for me.

  96. Raider O Says:

    LMAO Dave.
    I had a stinkin lincoln in the back lot. I loved that car.

  97. Plunketthead Says:

    hahahahaha beech

    uncool, dont let him give you that crap.
    diapers already full, no dam room

  98. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    Yeah, I’m beyond pumped. It’s starting to hit me that when I come back to work on Monday, they’ll be practicing finally. LOOONG damn time to wait. I don’t watch other sports so, offseason is brutal for me.
    —————–
    I’m the same way, other than a basketball game rarely, or the UFC fights, I wait for football all year. Can’t wait to see the D against Dallas, wanna see if they can somewhat contain Murray.

  99. Raider O Says:

    LMAO Beeech.

    You People are funny.

  100. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Does anyone have Amy Trask’s direct phone #?

    If Krappy McNugget gets his paws on 3 tickets, you can bet he’ll drag along Krappy Wife & Her Bowl Cut

    No way we’ll install a new aggressive defense with players hypnotized by her uneven grooming disaster

  101. TxRaider210 Says:

    LMAO Beeech!

  102. theghostronin79 Says:

    Can’t wait to see the D against Dallas, wanna see if they can somewhat contain Murray.

    =================

    Yeah, there’s so many things to watch for this year. This preseason is going to be more exciting for me than I think it’s ever been. Should get a real good look at Pryor, Taiwan getting lots of reps, see what Goodson has to offer, first hand looks at Criner’s game, and the whole secondary really. Check alignments, What does Burris bring, what about Wheeler and Tollefson, how’s Bartell look? I mean, you name it…..I’ll probably record those games and watch them a few times each and evaluate everybody.

  103. Raider O Says:

    Maybe something will break later about the specifics, but I’m sure he’s got a good reason for leaving abruptly imo.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    So you don’t think he was fired/ forced to quit?

  104. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Blog Brahs

    We’ve MUST stop Krappy from getting a free ride to practice or we’ll never win the West, much less beat the Browns

    If Krappy is even able to sodomize one of our stars from behind, well … that’s just one star too many

    Hurry and send out as many Tweets to Trask as you can so we can save our team.

    FIZZLE

  105. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:36 pm

    Can’t wait to see the D against Dallas, wanna see if they can somewhat contain Murray.

    =================

    Yeah, there’s so many things to watch for this year. This preseason is going to be more exciting for me than I think it’s ever been. Should get a real good look at Pryor, Taiwan getting lots of reps, see what Goodson has to offer, first hand looks at Criner’s game, and the whole secondary really. Check alignments, What does Burris bring, what about Wheeler and Tollefson, how’s Bartell look? I mean, you name it…..I’ll probably record those games and watch them a few times each and evaluate everybody.
    ——————————-
    Yeah I know man, lots of new players and a totally new scheme. It will be hard to tell at first who to keep our eyes on, I just want to see our defense attacking the ball. On offense the same, anyone could step up and play big.

  106. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    Amy.Trask@trademcfadden.com

  107. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    Maybe something will break later about the specifics, but I’m sure he’s got a good reason for leaving abruptly imo.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    So you don’t think he was fired/ forced to quit?
    ———————-
    I think Reg wouldn’t have fired him now, but when he arrived in Oakland, if he was going to do it.imo

  108. Raider O Says:

    Preppie!!!!

  109. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    Mustafa!

  110. theghostronin79 Says:

    Getting Jacked for the Ducks too man. I think they’re headed back to the Natty this year.

  111. Raider O Says:

    Tx,

    True, unless there was an incident/ issue.
    I want/ demand answers. lol

  112. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    Mich already poaching the best PSU players…
    Looking bad for y’all in Cuzlumbus.

  113. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Ok, dudes, I wrote this letter to Amy Trask, let me know what you think

    Dear Amy Cakes,

    It’s your Boy Toy, The Beeech Dawg. Listen, I’m still down to let you crash at my pad next weekend, but no string bikinis in the hot tub.

    Last year it took me a week to sanitize the old girl.

    Anyway, toots, we’ve got a situation with one of the bloggers on your “Watch List”. Yeah, KrappyRat again, and this time is he’s coming to practice.

    I strongly urge you to cancel the free ticket giveaway asap and pass out his picture to your security team.

    There probably aren’t any chimneys that lead in the locker room, but he’s pretty persistent. Might wanna fire a few shotgun warning shots up ‘em to be safe.

    Take care of this now, hon, and I promise to do the Caramel Coated Beeech Lawg trick.

    Holla at yo boy,
    TBD

  114. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    Getting Jacked for the Ducks too man. I think they’re headed back to the Natty this year.
    ———————–
    Could be man, they’re a good college team. Guess I’ll root for the UTSA Roadrunners since they play in the Alamodome now.lol

  115. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    Tx,

    True, unless there was an incident/ issue.
    I want/ demand answers. lol
    ——————–
    I would hope not, but he’s respected around the locker-room so I doubt it..

  116. Raider O Says:

    Lol

    We have Urban Meyer, so have fun poaching. You are really good at it. Woodson, Desmond, etc…

  117. theghostronin79 Says:

    I’m bout to head out. Have a good day man. We’ll be hashing some practice here in a few days.

  118. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    I’m bout to head out. Have a good day man. We’ll be hashing some practice here in a few days.
    ————–
    Have a good one, countdown begins!

  119. Raider O Says:

    I would be worried too since the Buckeyes almost won against your team with a freshman QB and the worst coaching staff in Buckeyes history.

  120. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    So Mustafa, you’re on Urban Meyer’s weiner?

  121. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    Almost? Lmao

  122. TxRaider210 Says:

    http://www.rowdyheads.com/products/rowdyheads/
    ————-
    Thinking it could double as a motorcycle helmet too.lol

  123. Raider O Says:

    lol

    You can laugh now, but you will be crying at the end of the season after we crush your team, and make our 1st bowl appearance with Urban Meyer!

  124. Bo Schembechler Jackson Says:

    Escaping Ohio is a long and proud tradition.

    As Ferris said, if u have the means I highly recommend it.

    Oh wait, u already split lol. You smart monkey!

  125. Raider O Says:

    We lost 40-34, and our True freshman QB passed for 230+ yards, rushed for another 100+ yards, 3 TDs & 1 INT, and had a QB rating of 153.4.
    Imagine what we can do with urban Meyer.

    Go Buckeyes!!!

  126. Raider O Says:

    Im trying to go back to Ohio (considered doing my MBA at the OSU/ Fisher to save money compared to UC schools).
    Where do you live again? Do you ever consider going back to that ghetto state? I don’t think so, unless you are considering a new career like a liqour store or a pawn shop.

  127. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Brahs, I just heard back from Amy Cakes

    Security just caught Krappy trying to sneak into Headquarters through an A/C duct

    They duct taped his nose to his anus and impounded his shiny red Corvette

  128. Raider O Says:

    My cousin was trying to tell me about mich/ Ann arbor and their business program, I told that Preppie a$$hole to go F himself!?
    F Mich!!!

  129. KoolKell Says:

    I can imagine the conversation in here is Prez 0bama, had a Prancing Horse in the Olympics? Lol.

  130. TxRaider210 Says:

    Or if he pranced out like the dude on Friday after Next, in the Reindeer suit..lol

  131. Raider O Says:

    Do they have banks/ investment firms in mich? Chek cashing places, liqor stores, and pawn shops don’t count.

  132. TxRaider210 Says:

    Wonder if Reg has any plans of bringing in Peprah for a workout/physical to see if he can play..

  133. TxRaider210 Says:

    Check cashing, liquor and pawn services should be readily available at any store.lol

  134. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Tx, just got a jar of Kirkland dill pickles

    The Carnegie Deli’s got NOTHIN’ on Costco, fizzle

  135. zopi Says:

    Maybe Wiz was heartbroken because this team isn’t going about business as the Raiders he loved. Maybe all of these changes from the Raider way “old school” got to him.
    Like a true lion, he goes team-first out.

  136. Seymour Bush Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    Wonder if Reg has any plans of bringing in Peprah for a workout/physical to see if he can play..
    ====================================

    Naa. Most successful GM’s aren’t looking for guys who will send Stevie Brown to the scrap heap. They are looking for guys who will send Tyvon and Huff to the scrap heap.

  137. TxRaider210 Says:

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    Tx, just got a jar of Kirkland dill pickles

    The Carnegie Deli’s got NOTHIN’ on Costco, fizzle
    —————-
    Costco is the schit, cheapest booze this side of the Rio.

  138. TxRaider210 Says:

    Seymour Bush Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 4:39 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    Wonder if Reg has any plans of bringing in Peprah for a workout/physical to see if he can play..
    ====================================

    Naa. Most successful GM’s aren’t looking for guys who will send Stevie Brown to the scrap heap. They are looking for guys who will send Tyvon and Huff to the scrap heap.
    ====================
    I’m just saying as a back-up to replace MM34..

  139. Forever Raider Says:

    Just a complete guess here. But it seems to me the most likely reason might be a higher level of expectation for all (asst coaches included) from DA and Reg.
    My guess is in recent past Raider history and maybe for a lot of teams, former players skate by with an easy gig. Maybe the committemnt and hours requird by DA became too much for what big wiz was prepared for???

  140. TxRaider210 Says:

    139
    Good post, I still wonder what Saunders role will translate to on the field, with Knapp having the OC wheel.

  141. TxRaider210 Says:

    My friend texted me from a bar called “Tin Barn”, so I asked him if he was gonna go boot-scootin with a big gal..

  142. KoolKell Says:

    London 2012 Olympics: David Cameron slaps down US presidential hopeful Mitt Romney over Games gaffe
    Evening Standard‎ – 12 hours ago

    Mitt Romney blundered on the first day of his London visit with undiplomatic remarks on the Olympics.

  143. DutchRaider77 Says:

    @KK
    I just don’t understand you at all, you come in here day after day and try to inspire the Raider Faction against the Rebpublican party, yet you cannot seem to gain any footing. You have to find a compelling story that the Raider Nation can relate to…Down with Romney!

    Mitt Romney Aide Promises Crackdown On Porn

    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/19/mitt-romney-aide-promises_n_1687210.html

  144. Forever Raider Says:

    Some bumper stickers for Fool Kell, who just can’t help himself.

    Well maybe he did have sex with that woman.
    But that doesn’t seem so bad now does it

    I support tolerance. That is why I boycott any business that thinks
    differntly than I do.

    All kids are honor students.

    We love America so much. We can’t wait to see how it ends.

  145. TxRaider210 Says:

    I’ll go out on a limb..and say that either mainstream candidate would still support the Neo-con agenda. I’m out Nation, have a good evening!

  146. SR Raider Says:

    Wiz resigning is a non-issue. Gotta agree with Jerry on this one. Would have loved to keep the guy around, but he probably found his usefulness limited when we switched to ZBS

  147. Forever Raider Says:

    I agree, it would be nice to have him around. He certainly would be a valuable asset. However, if his precense or absence affected even one win over a two season span, I would be surprised.

  148. JB Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    139
    Good post, I still wonder what Saunders role will translate to on the field, with Knapp having the OC wheel.
    ************************

    I suspect he will be Knapp’s eyes in the sky (press box). You can see a lot more from up above & he can make suggestions on play strategy based on what he’s seeing that Knapp doesn’t. Secondarily, he’s therein case Knapp tanks it on the play calls. I suspect that Knapp will be on a somewhat short leash.

  149. JB Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 5:23 pm

    London 2012 Olympics: David Cameron slaps down US presidential hopeful Mitt Romney over Games gaffe
    Evening Standard‎ – 12 hours ago

    Mitt Romney blundered on the first day of his London visit with undiplomatic remarks on the Olympics.
    **********************

    The Brits slapped him around a bit. The Brit Prime Minister pointed out that it’s not very difficult to provide for security, referring to Romney’s leadership in the Salt Lake Olympics, when you are located in the middle of nowhere.

    Romney does have a way of stepping on his dyck at the most inopportune moments. He’s next headed to Israel. Let’s see who he can offend there.

  150. Al_is_theraiders Says:

    this denver texans staff better win right away because right now they are looking out of their element…,

  151. Al_is_theraiders Says:

    romney is an idiot….

  152. R8ER MIKE Says:

    Good Evening Nation!!
    and my GreenParty brothers!!

  153. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Rod Wood and Steve Wiz, two of Al’s last failures as coaches.

  154. RaiderRetribution Says:

    JFB you’re wrong on 153,

    Raiders OLine was top 4/5 last season with Mr. Wisniewski as assistant coach.

    Vehldeer was near pro bowl status, his nephew made all rookie team.

  155. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Assistant line coach gets credit for that, in his first year?

    What happens when those two you mention go on and make multiple Pro Bowls, without Steve Wiz?

    Al brought him in, he coached as an assistant for one year and quit.

    Rod Wood came in for one year, our DB’s were horrible and getting worse as the season went along, and he was not asked back.

    Bad hires.

  156. Seymour Bush Says:

    Al_is_theraiders Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    romney is an idiot….
    =============================

    True dat. He is just not presidential material. Sorry. But then no conservative is.

  157. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I mean, it’s nothing personal with them, they were great Raiders as players, and worth a chance as coaching hires as assistants.

    But after a year, when neither of them are coaching here or anywhere else, why should we puzzyfoot around the reality?

    They weren’t very good.

  158. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    Well, if we aren’t going to puzzyfoot around the reality…then let’s be REALLY HONEST….

    Most Coaches in the NFL aren’t very good.

    Most rely on their talent.

    Most jump ship looking for the next best gig.

    Most deflect responsibility rather than accept it.

    Most refer to concepts that have been run for decades and rarely learn or adopt anything new.

    Should I go on…..cause I can.

  159. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    This is why I am excited about our youthful and hungry staff this season….

    Hopefully we are moving out of the stone age!

  160. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    Most, but not all…

  161. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I don’t disagree with that.

    I just don’t get why some certain players, current and ex, are like sacred cows in here, you can’t say anything negative about them.

    Rod Wood = HOF player, HOF dude, great Raider, pretty good TV guy, horrendous DB coach

    Steve Wiz = great Raider guard, helped ease in his nephew who will also be a great Raider O-lineman, awesome guy, great dad and husband, about as useful as an old sofa with the new staff as a coach.

    It is what is.

  162. KoolKell Says:

    I gotta believe Wiz certainly helped Wiz jr.

  163. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Certainly with the transition to life in the NFL, and giving Wiz 2.0 a familiar face in a time where there isn’t many of those.

    But Wiz 2.0 will be just fine, as will our O-line, without his uncle around.

  164. DJ Johnny Says:

    143.DutchRaider77 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 5:34 pm
    @KK
    I just don’t understand you at all, you come in here day after day and try to inspire the Raider Faction against the Rebpublican party, yet you cannot seem to gain any footing. You have to find a compelling story that the Raider Nation can relate to…Down with Romney!

    Mitt Romney Aide Promises Crackdown On Porn

    Maybe we all need to study the watchtower. There’s a good article against porn this week.

  165. backstageatapuppetshow Says:

    I have only heard positive things about Coach Wiz….

    Today would be the first time I’ve heard his name in a negative light.

    In order to make a judgement on his coaching ability, I would have to talk with him….

    Safe to say though, he could only make a staff better….maybe we are no worse for wear after his resignation….but I don’t see how we possibly got better with what happened today…

  166. DJ Johnny Says:

    Backstage,

    Are u Michael Lombardi?

    I hope u spill the beans on what u used to do at Alameda someday.

  167. DJ Johnny Says:

    There’s also a fine article on how we need to shun our family members and be loyal to the Watchtower Society if someone makes a mistake.

    Just a little FYI.

  168. raidertbone Says:

    To Wiz:
    We love you and you are a true Raider, through and through. We appreciate all that you did for the organization and for your nephew, especially. We hope to see you at all the Raider games in Oakland. Now, having said that, it’s time to move forward!

  169. Raidernationdave Says:

    LMFAO Beeechy!!!! Classic Dawg.

    +++++++++++++++++++

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 3:51 pm
    Ok, dudes, I wrote this letter to Amy Trask, let me know what you think

    Dear Amy Cakes,

    It’s your Boy Toy, The Beeech Dawg. Listen, I’m still down to let you crash at my pad next weekend, but no string bikinis in the hot tub.

    Last year it took me a week to sanitize the old girl.

    Anyway, toots, we’ve got a situation with one of the bloggers on your “Watch List”. Yeah, KrappyRat again, and this time is he’s coming to practice.

    I strongly urge you to cancel the free ticket giveaway asap and pass out his picture to your security team.

    There probably aren’t any chimneys that lead in the locker room, but he’s pretty persistent. Might wanna fire a few shotgun warning shots up ‘em to be safe.

    Take care of this now, hon, and I promise to do the Caramel Coated Beeech Lawg trick.

    Holla at yo boy,
    TBD

  170. Raidernationdave Says:

    JW’s are indeed strange folks but at least they don’t wear “Magic Undies”!!!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAEcxXBNyTY

    Mormon’s are just a tad strange.

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    DJ Johnny Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 7:58 pm
    There’s also a fine article on how we need to shun our family members and be loyal to the Watchtower Society if someone makes a mistake.

    Just a little FYI.

  171. Raidernationdave Says:

    *stranger

  172. Raidernationdave Says:

    Whut up my Green Party bro!?

    +++++++++++++++++

    R8ER MIKE Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 6:13 pm
    Good Evening Nation!!
    and my GreenParty brothers!!

  173. DJ Johnny Says:

    Raidernationdave Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 8:18 pm
    JW’s are indeed strange folks but at least they don’t wear “Magic Undies”!!!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAEcxXBNyTY

    Mormon’s are just a tad strange.

    Magic undies? Lol. Never heard of that. Sounds fun.

    No offense to any Mormans that are here but in my experience they are some of the horniest ladies I have ever met.

    So much repressed angst is all i can figure.

  174. Raidernationdave Says:

    Hey sorry if I offended any Mormon’s here, especially our new OLineman, but quite frankly Joseph Smith story is that of a liar, a thief and a swindler.

  175. Raider O Says:

    Chico,

    Wiz was a failure as a coach?! If that’s true, then why did they keep him after Al died?

  176. Raider O Says:

    What are You People talking about? Mormon underwear & bulletproof undies?

  177. DJ Johnny Says:

    Raiderdave,

    We don’t have a mormon o lineman yet. He hasn’t signed.

    If Criner and Bergstrom don’t sign they cannot participate in camp…period.

    I assume it will happen, but we’d better see an announcement soon.

  178. Raidernationdave Says:

    I here ya DJJ

  179. Raider O Says:

    ODB!!!
    Whatssssuuuuuuuuuuuuuup? (bud commercial)

  180. DJ Johnny Says:

    There are only seven (7) unsigned draft picks left in the league.

    Raiders have two (2) of them.

    I’m sure it’s just a formality.

  181. KoolKell Says:

    Reggie’s very deliberate, it seems

  182. KoolKell Says:

    Maybe Criners agent is asking for 4th rd money.

  183. Marks hair Says:

    Why would ppl say wiz couldnt coach zbs? He was great in any system.

  184. MistaBrown Says:

    KK the Clown you are very ignorant, it seems

  185. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Krappy, I warned Amy Trask that you’d be grabbing as many free practice tixs and you can fit into your puffy old hands

    She’s got your Kane & Assoc profile pic circulating with her security staff, they’ll be arresting you before you can hump Carson Palmer

    Always one step ahead of you, old troll.

    Just keeping it real

  186. MistaBrown Says:

    lol

  187. Raiderboi18 Says:

    Lace up!!!!!!

  188. MistaBrown Says:

    KK the Pootbutt, are you still carrying water for our marxist in chief? Record number of people in poverty, record unemployment for 3 yrs, record number of people on food stamps, unemployment expires and they go to disability….mope & change!

    4 more years of incompetence, right KK ?

  189. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Amy Cakes acknowledged the free tix idea was one of her worst yet

    Mainly because there’ll be a mentally challenged, senile, unemployed realtor waddling around in his Kane & Assoc button down, nagging players for links

    And if he brings Krappy Wife & Her Bowl Cut, that’s 2 tickets that could’ve gone to starving African children

  190. MistaBrown Says:

    KK Munster scurried off like a raccoon going into a dumpster.

    ;)

  191. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Blog Brahs, the other day KrappyRat called me a handfkr, then when I asked him to remind us all how much he hates name calling, he ran for the hills in tears

    Tried to slime back his way back into the blog a few hours later, hoping everyone forgot his earlier retreat

    Pretty classic, holla

  192. KoolKell Says:

    You people really should get a life.

  193. MistaBrown Says:

    KK the Brown shirt, I never talk about your wife like Beech does because I know she left you 10 years ago.

    ;)

  194. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    MistaBrown Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 9:48 pm

    KK Munster scurried off like a raccoon going into a dumpster.

    ;)

    ——————–

    I’ve never seen a 280 lb raccoon go anywhere, except Copenhagen (on his wife’s dime)

  195. KoolKell Says:

    We just rented a downtown Apt in Zurich btw. Leaving early October. ;-)

  196. MistaBrown Says:

    KK, did you call anybody a cracker today or do they prohibit that @ the barbershop?

  197. MistaBrown Says:

    All those 1’s of houses you sold in the last 3 years finally payed off?
    _____

    KoolKell Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    We just rented a downtown Apt in Zurich btw. Leaving early October.

  198. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    We just rented a downtown Apt in Zurich btw. Leaving early October. ;-)

    —————-

    How much did KrappyWife have to throw down for this one

    poor old gal

  199. KoolKell Says:

    We own a few properties, we do aright . You could too if you get a life. BrownStaines/hand fkr

  200. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Krappy, why do you keep forcing KrappyWife to pay for items on your bucket list

    The worst part is she pays for your ticket and then you sit around the whole trip getting roasted on a football blog

  201. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    I’m out, got a stripper to perform a 69 on

    Please don’t ever change, old troll Krappy

    Thanks for all the laughs, holla

  202. KoolKell Says:

    It’s not MY bucket list, we’re going to see her family., Handffkr

  203. KoolKell Says:

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    I’m out, got a stripper to perform a 69 on

    Please don’t ever change, old troll Krappy

    Thanks for all the laughs, holla
    ——————-
    You’ve got your hand to do.Lol. He gets exciteed every time I talk to him. Lol.

  204. Raider8 Says:

    KoolKell.
    what is with these totally unprovoked attacks?

  205. KoolKell Says:

    Raider8 Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 10:19 pm

    KoolKell.
    what is with these totally unprovoked attacks?
    ———————-
    Trolls Groupies

  206. CanuckRaider Says:

    LMFAO…Haven’t been on for a bit…Good to see Kell and the Beeech Dawg are still going at it…training camp about to open…It’s Christmas in the summer.

  207. CanuckRaider Says:

    And Romney is one major league dip stick.

  208. KoolKell Says:

    Romney can’t seem to help himself. It is what it is.Prancing horses. ;-)

  209. Thec Says:

    First day of camp for the disc today. They lose the backup QB whitehurst, and LT gaither.

    Not sure what the injuries were.

  210. Thec Says:

    With Gaither out, reserve Mario Henderson saw first-team reps at left tackle the rest of practice. It was a good test for the 335-pounder.

  211. Missus Beeecham Says:

    HOLLA DUDES

    me and my girlfriend dont care bout politics cuz we just thangin our thing. my ex husband could learn a thing or two from my girlfriend. me and my girlfriend aint got nuthin to hide. will update all you dudes on this weekends duece droppin party.

    WIZZLE FIZZLE DORNKAROTATATTO CHIZZLE

  212. raidertbone Says:

    Beech Dawg and Kool Kell doing their best Grumpy Old Men rendition, Missus layin’ the smack down Fu-Shizzle on everyone, coaching controversies, former Raiders showing up in other places (we are who we thought they were), and everyone in the media hatin’ on the Silver and Black in the initial forecasts. The smell of camp is in the air — life is good! F all the nonbelievers.

  213. hwnrdr Says:

    Good Morning, Happy Aloha Friday Nation!!!
    Wassup Tbone?

  214. DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:

    GOOD MORNING SPORT’S FAN’S..

  215. hwnrdr Says:

    What’s up Dirt Lot…2 more weeks!

  216. Dakota Says:

    Peyton manning gobbles Kenny chesneys cok! Just FYI, not saying there is anything wrong with it.

  217. J Hill Says:

    To win the division, we are going to have a better pass rush than run defense, wouldn’t you say?

    Very anxious to see the starting front 7 and how they line up.

  218. J Hill Says:

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

  219. DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:

    HWNRDR,NOT SURE I CAN WAIT THAT LONG,MAY GO GET IN LINE ON 66TH AVE 2NIGHT….

  220. Just Fire Baby Says:

    First day of camp is somewhat of a buzzkill.

    People rolling in late, not full media availability, practice reps consisting of 3rd stringers.

    Can’t wait until the MIDDLE OF NEXT WEEK.

  221. hwnrdr Says:

    DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 6:16 am
    HWNRDR,NOT SURE I CAN WAIT THAT LONG,MAY GO GET IN LINE ON 66TH AVE 2NIGHT….

    LOL, maybe see you there!

  222. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Two great Bay Area baseball series this weekend.

    A’s taking on the Orioles, with the winner of that series probably being in the lead of one of the 2 wildcard spots, and of course LA-SF for first place.

    Great way to segue into football on Monday!!!

  223. hwnrdr Says:

    I agree JFB! Its gonna be a good weekend for baseball…and in two weeks…we can all get our fix that we all waited 6 months for!

  224. hwnrdr Says:

    Browns owner to sell his team?

  225. DJ Johnny Says:

    Mike Florio from PFT says there are only 7 players from the draft who remain unsigned.

    Raiders have 2 of them: Bergstrom and Criner.

    He finds the Raiders situation “a bit puzzling”.

    Per CBA rules those guys don’t see the practice field unless and until they’re signed.

    We all know it’ll get done i guess but there has to be something holding it up.

    The new CBA was designed to eliminate the “issues” involved with having these signings delayed.

    I’d hope to see a new post announcing the signings soon.

  226. Marks hair Says:

    How hard is it to sign 2 late picks? Your not good enough to ask for more. Just sign

  227. Marks hair Says:

    Its almost time for the A’s low ba to catch up to them.. The schedules about to get tuff.

  228. theghostronin79 Says:

    How hard is it to sign 2 late picks? Your not good enough to ask for more. Just sign

    ==================

    That’s what I’m sayin. WTF? Ya ain’t negotiating Millions “O” dollas or anything. Just sign it already.

  229. theghostronin79 Says:

    Kinda quiet in here this morning.

  230. hwnrdr Says:

    I know right? For a Friday!

  231. J Hill Says:

    calm before the storm

  232. theghostronin79 Says:

    Plus we already beat every subject to DEATH…..Time for speculation is over. Dudes are packing for Napa, and we’ll start getting some REAL Sh*t to chew on for a few weeks.

  233. DJ Johnny Says:

    If Reggie can’t handle signing two late rd. draft picks how’s he gonna handle signing high end free agents?

    I’m just kidding but I would like to see this get done. I’m sure it will.

  234. theghostronin79 Says:

    I was reading about how Fantastic Manning looked the other day and started getting that sinking pit in my chest……Like “Aww Crap, He’s gonna be on point”. Pass rush is gonna have to be in his grill all day to have a chance.

  235. SR Raider Says:

    Calm before the storm. Big week/month/season coming right up

  236. Marks hair Says:

    234. Ah ya… Its peyton fking manning! Am I the only person that seen him 4 league mvp awards? We have a really tuff road ahead.

  237. Marks hair Says:

    Heres my big concern. 3rd & long, 4 wide.. We dont have a decent nickle package.. No edge rushers, no depth at db.. Teams with good qbs or wrs can just put us in a nickle and rape us all day…

  238. J Hill Says:

    Which teams 3rd WR are you so scared of?

  239. theghostronin79 Says:

    Yeah, I’d been pumped for so long. Now it’s getting closer and I think reality is starting to set in. We actually gotta play the games. I think the division is gonna be a slug fest where every game matters for every team. Not gonna have a runaway leader, or a bottom of the barrel team. Last place will probably only be 2 or 3 games behind the Leader.

  240. Marks hair Says:

    Our base defense looks ..ok.. But the nickel & dime sets look awful..

  241. Marks hair Says:

    Any of them..

  242. theghostronin79 Says:

    Heres my big concern. 3rd & long,
    =============

    Or something Stupid like a “Screen Pass” will pop us for 40 yards with like 5 Whiffed tackles along the way.
    (Slamming my head off coffee table)

  243. hwnrdr Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:03 am
    Heres my big concern. 3rd & long,
    =============

    Or something Stupid like a “Screen Pass” will pop us for 40 yards with like 5 Whiffed tackles along the way.
    (Slamming my head off coffee table)

    I agree…those are the beer throwers at the tv!

  244. Marks hair Says:

    We dont have a guy to cover good TEs either.. Strong passing teams will be tuff.. But on the other hand we havent stopped the run in yrs either… Go offense! We need about 35 ppg..

  245. theghostronin79 Says:

    OR….3rd and 18……(Hands to the face) on opposite end of the field, automatic 1st Down.

    (Throws Remote across room)

  246. Marks hair Says:

    242. Lol I see youve watched us before..

  247. J Hill Says:

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

    55

    Bartell DVD Spencer/Chekwa

    Huff Branch Giordano/Henry

    Dime defense will be fine.

  248. J Hill Says:

    Our SS will cover TEs this year instead of the usual OLB having that duty in man to man coverage, lol.

  249. J Hill Says:

    OR….3rd and 18……(Hands to the face) on opposite end of the field, automatic 1st Down.

    ————————————————————-

    Routt plays for KC now.

  250. theghostronin79 Says:

    250….Good point. He WAS the biggest culprit wasn’t he.

  251. Marks hair Says:

    247. I think listing their names only strengthens my point.. Theres no edge rusher there.. Theres no slot db.. Theres no safeties..

  252. DJ Johnny Says:

    I think what’s causing my angst about the season is I really have no idea if we’re a bad, average, or good team.

    I can make a case based on being a defensive stop away from the division title that we’re poised to go 11-5, OR if we listen to the media dorks we’ll be 5-11.

    Is DA the next great, young HC and take this team and blow everyone away, or is gonna prove to be waaay over his head and be a clueless 1st yr. HC on a huge learning curve?

    Is the team gonna hit the ground running over everybody or we have to endure a long process of “getting our bearings” and turn into a “this is gonna take some time” type of thing?

    That’s the excitement of the preseason. Especially with this whole new regime thing going on.

  253. Marks hair Says:

    As bad a routt is, he was still our best cover guy by far..

  254. Marks hair Says:

    Branch, huff, gio, cant cover TEs let alone a wr.
    Spence, check, & dvd? Very suspect..

  255. J Hill Says:

    Routt was in the cross hairs of the refs.

    That is what killed our 3rd and 18s you guys were talking about.

  256. J Hill Says:

    Not worried about the D AT ALL.

    The 27 pts the offense puts up each week will be MORE than enough to get it done.

  257. Marks hair Says:

    Im just praying that we have a magic yr with no injuries.. Dmac cant get hurt if we want to make the playoffs..

  258. theghostronin79 Says:

    If we can glean anything from “Body language, presence, and attitude” I think DA displays that he’s the commander of this team. Guys will often tend to take on the personality of their coach. The importance of leadership can’t be understated, and DA seems to be a detail oriented guy with a clear vision.
    I think, if this thing is gonna “Take Time” to develop, I don’t think it will take very long. Call me crazy but, I have a feeling that RM, and DA will be a tandem for quite awhile. This year may NOT be fantastic, but I believe THIS year is the beginning…The starting point of our rise back to relevance. That is what satisfies me. I don’t have that feeling anymore of “OMG, how long is this going to continue? How long are we gonna be mired in Dog Sh*t with no end in sight?” I say it’s already ended.

  259. theghostronin79 Says:

    The 27 pts the offense puts up each week will be MORE than enough to get it done.

    ===============

    That’s what I been sayin too. Other teams gonna have to put up 30 points or more to beat us.

  260. Marks hair Says:

    255. It wasnt just his penalties.. Offsides! lining up in the stupid zone! Ruffing the qbs b-hole! 40 yd draws…. Long passes… That was probably the worst raider d ive ever seen..

  261. SR Raider Says:

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 7:57 am
    Heres my big concern. 3rd & long, 4 wide.. We dont have a decent nickle package.. No edge rushers, no depth at db.. Teams with good qbs or wrs can just put us in a nickle and rape us all day…
    =========

    That will happen some games, and will probably limit where the Raiders finish in the playoffs. However, since the QB will no longer know exactly where the DB’s and LB’s are, we should also see more big sacks and big INT’s on these plays.

    Bottom line – this won’t be solved in a year, but it will still be better than last year

  262. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:26 am
    The 27 pts the offense puts up each week will be MORE than enough to get it done.

    ===============

    That’s what I been sayin too. Other teams gonna have to put up 30 points or more to beat us.

    —————
    Hey man how’s it going? I think you guys are right that Raiders should have no problems scoring points this year…huge season for our D.

  263. theghostronin79 Says:

    Yeah, it’s going good Tx…..Spent ALL day yesterday thinkin it was Friday, Man what a rip off. Now I gotta grind through 1 more day, but like I said, when I’m back to work Monday, the guys will be in Napa…….YEEEAAAAUUURRRR

  264. Nnamdi21 Says:

    F*** YEAH!!!

    NEW!~ 07-27-12: SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES…
    Unnoticed, a sleeping giant begins to stir in the heart of Oakland…

    http://​www.raidernationstation.com/​2012_pre_season

  265. TxRaider210 Says:

    Yeah I sure hope Reg can get Criner and Bergs signed soon, but I have faith it’ll happen maybe tomorrow. Bowe didn’t report to camp for the Chiefs, so the more time he misses the better for us!

  266. theghostronin79 Says:

    I also think that the “Change” in defensive scheme alone is gonna bode well for us; even if we’re not GREAT at it yet……
    simply because other teams have ZERO tape on us being multiple. They don’t KNOW who’s our strong blitzer, who can cover, where the heat is coming from. We have no “Tells” yet. No signs or signals to read. It’s all gonna be Brand-spankin-NEW.

  267. Marks hair Says:

    I just see the queefs improving & getting guys back, and the donks, a playoff team, adding peyton manning, and im not liking our odds..

  268. theghostronin79 Says:

    265….Couldn’t open that link

  269. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:43 am
    I also think that the “Change” in defensive scheme alone is gonna bode well for us; even if we’re not GREAT at it yet……
    simply because other teams have ZERO tape on us being multiple. They don’t KNOW who’s our strong blitzer, who can cover, where the heat is coming from. We have no “Tells” yet. No signs or signals to read. It’s all gonna be Brand-spankin-NEW.

    ——————-
    Agreed with all of that man, if DA plays it right, it may take until mid-season before teams grasp what the Raiders are about. Look for fewer penalties and dumb mistakes, which should make the D at least average.

  270. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:45 am
    265….Couldn’t open that link

    ————-
    Me neither…you must be on a DoD computer like me.lol

  271. J Hill Says:

    …..Spent ALL day yesterday thinkin it was Friday

    ————————————————————

    LMFAO

  272. TxRaider210 Says:

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:45 am
    I just see the queefs improving & getting guys back, and the donks, a playoff team, adding peyton manning, and im not liking our odds..

    —————
    I think DJ Williams 6 game suspension and Dumervil’s pending discipline will hurt the donks pretty bad at first.imo

  273. The Big Banana Says:

    Bottom line – this won’t be solved in a year, but it will still be better than last year

    ———-

    Replace Bresnahan with a semi and we’d be better than last year. Terrible re-hire.

  274. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 6:08 am
    To win the division, we are going to have a better pass rush than run defense, wouldn’t you say?
    ==============================================
    Debatable, but let’s assume your premise is correct –

    Would you consider not retaining Wimbley or bringing in an edge rusher a mistake ?

    I do.

    The excuse can be made that the Raids couldn’t afford KW or that an alternative wasn’t on the market, but excuses are for losers.

    Perhaps the return of MattS offers some hope. The drafting of Burris. Signing of Wheeler.

    Personally I’m not convinced any of those options will deliver the edge/speed rush the Raids seemingly lack.

    We’ll see, but let the record show many semis here were second guessing Reggie on this matter before the 2012 season commenced.

  275. TxRaider210 Says:

    The Big Banana Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:48 am
    Bottom line – this won’t be solved in a year, but it will still be better than last year

    ———-

    Replace Bresnahan with a semi and we’d be better than last year. Terrible re-hire.

    ———–
    Endorsed, Chuck is clearly as retarded as he looks.lol

  276. Marks hair Says:

    At least we dropped 2 of our fragile wrs.. Injuries are everything.

  277. TxRaider210 Says:

    I believe Reg knows how to build a real bully, so I’m cool with whatever moves he makes…seems to be logical and smart.

  278. Marks hair Says:

    272. True, hopefully they start slow..

  279. J Hill Says:

    I just see the queefs improving & getting guys back, and the donks, a playoff team, adding peyton manning, and im not liking our odds..

    ————————————————————

    How about the AFC West leading Oakland Raiders getting DMac and a starting QB back?

    How about that team getting a CLEAR upgrade in defensice scheme????

    Cmon dude!!!

    PHHUCCCCC the Donkeys, Indians, and muthaphuggin fairy arsse dischargers!!!!!!!!!!!

  280. TxRaider210 Says:

    278. Well those are two of their best players on D, anything happens to Miller, they’re done imo.

  281. DJ Johnny Says:

    TX,

    IF the Raider D is “average”…and the offense is top 10 like last yr. then we should be a playoff team. Makes logical sense to me.

    My hope for the D is that they can make the “clutch” stops. You know…like when you have a team on their own 1/2 yd. line at home with your fans screaming their lungs out in support, and all you need to do is hold the opposing team in their own end so you can’t get the ball back and win the division…..THAT kind of defense.

  282. J Hill Says:

    Would you consider not retaining Wimbley or bringing in an edge rusher a mistake ?

    I do.

    ————————————————————

    Wimbley was an OLB and he was replaced.

    The starting edge rusher, RDE is/WAS Matt ShoNasty!

  283. TxRaider210 Says:

    DJ Johnny Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:53 am
    TX,

    IF the Raider D is “average”…and the offense is top 10 like last yr. then we should be a playoff team. Makes logical sense to me.

    My hope for the D is that they can make the “clutch” stops. You know…like when you have a team on their own 1/2 yd. line at home with your fans screaming their lungs out in support, and all you need to do is hold the opposing team in their own end so you can’t get the ball back and win the division…..THAT kind of defense.

    ————
    I’d agree man, the D doesn’t have to be stellar, just solid. Reg and DA should be much better at situational D than that clown Chucky B.

  284. The Big Banana Says:

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:45 am
    I just see the queefs improving & getting guys back, and the donks, a playoff team, adding peyton manning, and im not liking our odds..

    ————

    Valid concerns. Queefs will be a tough matchup. Donks…..depends on Peyton really. Is he the Peyton of old? People compare Peyton to Tebow and say ‘oh, no comparison. If Tebow gets them to the playoffs, Peyton takes them to the SuperBowl!’ I disagree to a point. Tebow, despite not being a very good traditional passer, had the gimmick element going for him. Teams just didn’t know how to defend against the option. Whereas you know what you’re getting with Peyton. I still take Peyton, don’t get me wrong. But the advantage of Peyton over Tebow may not be as significant as people are making it out to be.

  285. Marks hair Says:

    All chucks moves were about $$.. So by that measure, wimbly was a good descion.. But we are really, really gonna miss him when teams take our lbs off the field.. We just dont have the edge rushing dlinemen we need..

  286. TxRaider210 Says:

    @284
    Great points man. Peyton is also an injury concern as well, most players who undergo the same procedure never play again. I don’t believe he’ll make it a full season, Pitt in week 1 will test him.

  287. Thec Says:

    Best player on the Raids D is MSHAUG…

  288. Seymour Bush Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:48 am

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:45 am
    I just see the queefs improving & getting guys back, and the donks, a playoff team, adding peyton manning, and im not liking our odds..

    —————
    I think DJ Williams 6 game suspension and Dumervil’s pending discipline will hurt the donks pretty bad at first.imo
    ===========================================

    Exactly. Those suspensions are going to hurt Dungver. But every other team in the division has improved this offseason. Who can give me a reason we will win the division? Here, I will start: two of the most potent weapons in the entire league never took one snap together last year, Dmac and Palmer. What happens with both of them on the field?

  289. TxRaider210 Says:

    Agree with that Seymour….off to lunch gents, will return in an hour!

  290. The Big Banana Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:59 am
    @284
    Great points man. Peyton is also an injury concern as well, most players who undergo the same procedure never play again. I don’t believe he’ll make it a full season, Pitt in week 1 will test him.

    ————

    Exactly. There’s that too, which is a HUGE question mark for Dungver.

  291. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Wimbley was an OLB and he was replaced.

    The starting edge rusher, RDE is/WAS Matt ShoNasty!
    =============================================
    Replacing Wimbley as an OLB is not the issue.

    The question is who replaces Wimbley as an edge rusher when he lined up with his hand in the dirt ?

    MattS as an edge rusher ?

    Burris in that role ?

    We’ll see.

  292. theghostronin79 Says:

    Teams just didn’t know how to defend against the option. Whereas you know what you’re getting with Peyton. I still take Peyton, don’t get me wrong. But the advantage of Peyton over Tebow may not be as significant as people are making it out to be.

    ====================
    I agree, and think the same priciple applies to our New Defense. Teams won’t know how to game plan for us. They’ll have basically no idea what we’re gonna throw at them. We could have success with that like Tebow did cause everyone was like WTF is he doing? Why can’t we stop him? HE SUCKS…..But teams were getting “Tebow’ed” week in and week OUT.
    People gonna say “WTF are the Raiders doing? They’re D SUCKS….but they keep stopping folks and getting sacks. WHY?”

  293. Thec Says:

    IF the Raider D is “average”…and the offense is top 10 like last yr. then we should be a playoff team. Makes logical sense to me.

    ++++++++

    Logical yes, pratical no. Last year was last year. What happened last year will have ZERO bearing.

    We will need a HEAVY dose of Discipline.

    ALL teams have improved in this division.

    All teams have theoretically improved in the NFL.

    ALL 16 gaves will be highly contested.

    I cannot assume that because we were 8-8, and had a boat load of injuries that we are going to be better.

  294. Marks hair Says:

    I just keep praying for macpantywaists good health.. Dmac is the key.. If he plays all yr he wins mvp & we win 11 games. If not.. 8-8

  295. Thec Says:

    SD is allready looking for a backup QB as whitehurst went down with a knee injury.

    mario henderson getting 1st team reps at LT, gaither went down with a back issue.

    Can you guys imagine us playing the disc with henderson as the starting LT?

  296. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Routt was in the cross hairs of the refs.

    ****************************

    I think it was Hue in the cross-hairs with our players the reciepent of his frequent eye-rolls and berating of the refs.

    The Visor will clean all this up.

  297. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Waiting for my boy, JFB, to offer the assurance that Ronaldo McBadazz will provide all the pass rush the Raids need with his awesome blitzing.

  298. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Gaither is doing what he does.

    Showing up to camp, not healthy or in shape, on the front end of a fresh new contract.

    Played his tail off to get said contract, now will coast and probably be waived in 2 years or less.

    Slug.

  299. Marks hair Says:

    Our new d wont be that novel.. Teams will just watch denver tape. I like DA but he’s not inventing the blitz.. Devers d had playmakers.. Thats what our d lacks. A few stars…

  300. Thec Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:09 am
    Waiting for my boy, JFB, to offer the assurance that Ronaldo McBadazz will provide all the pass rush the Raids need with his awesome blitzing.

    +++++++++

    How much time you got? Better question is how much is Patton going to put up with McCheese if he doesnt bring the heat?

  301. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Goes without saying 99.

    Top tier pass-rusher for an ILB, statistically speaking.

  302. J Hill Says:

    The question is who replaces Wimbley as an edge rusher when he lined up with his hand in the dirt ?

    ———————————————————–

    Nickle DE????

    Will the new scheme even call what Wimbley did last year?

    Outside of the 1st SD game, I’m failing to recognize this edge rusher you are talking about.

  303. Thec Says:

    I am convinced we have at least 1 playmaker on the D and thats MSHAUG.

    The rest will have to prove it, or as some of the illustrious Semi’s say “put it on tape”.

  304. Marks hair Says:

    298. Agreed. Good decision by al to pass on him.

  305. J Hill Says:

    Is McCheese a reference to the arrest photo?

  306. Thec Says:

    Gaither is doing what he does.

    ++++++++++

    gaither balled out last year for the disc however, “IF” gaither’s injury is serious mario henderson will start at LT , and get rivers killed.

  307. The Big Banana Says:

    Outside of the 1st SD game, I’m failing to recognize this edge rusher you are talking about.

    ————

    Lol!

  308. J Hill Says:

    I am convinced we have at least 1 playmaker on the D and thats MSHAUG.

    ———————————————————–

    Well it’s pretty clear that Seymour and Kelly can’t be blocked by one guy, so they should be on the list.

  309. Thec Says:

    Is McCheese a reference to the arrest photo?

    +++++++++

    Exactly…

  310. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I don’t know about “balled” out, he started 5 games, 3 against the Raiders (29th ranked D), Bills (26th ranked D) and Lions (24th ranked D).

    He played a good month of football, and hoodwinked AJ and Norv into thinking they could expect that.

    They can’t, he’s a slug.

  311. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:24 am
    I don’t know about “balled” out, he started 5 games, 3 against the Raiders (29th ranked D), Bills (26th ranked D) and Lions (24th ranked D).

    He played a good month of football, and hoodwinked AJ and Norv into thinking they could expect that.

    They can’t, he’s a slug.

    —-

    Rivers was on his back all season until Gaither took over..

    Cant deny that.

    But his back is a huge red flag, reason #1 the Ravens let him go.

  312. The Big Banana Says:

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:10 am
    Our new d wont be that novel.. Teams will just watch denver tape. I like DA but he’s not inventing the blitz.. Devers d had playmakers.. Thats what our d lacks. A few stars…

    ———-

    Good point about DA not inventing the blitz, but it works both ways especially with respect to the lack or presence of stars, as you say. We don’t know who will shine in the new scheme but very conceivable that it will play to the strengths of our players. Or at least that’s what we hope/expect. Huffy says to expect greatness.

  313. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I guess it would be legit to ask do the Mules have the pass rush to win the AFC West, if we’re going to ask that same question about the Raids.

    If we’re concerned about putting heat on Manning, they’ve got to be concerned about getting to Palmer.

    Their answer is, Miller and Dummerville.

    Our answer is what ?

    Matt S ? Ronaldo McBadazz ? Burris ?

    And for those of you counting on Elvis Dumbassville not being available due to his legal problems – he’s probably got a better chance of delaying a conviction and suspension until after 2012 than Ronaldo McDumbass does.

  314. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I said he played a good month of football, no denying that.

    So did Joe Aska once, and Jamarcus Russell.

    San Diego was borderline insane to give him a 4 year deal.

  315. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    I would pay to see you guys locked in a room 1 on 1 with these athletes and see if you call them these names.

    ;)

  316. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:27 am
    I said he played a good month of football, no denying that.

    So did Joe Aska once, and Jamarcus Russell.

    San Diego was borderline insane to give him a 4 year deal.

    —-

    Thats what happens when you ‘ball out’ and you play a position that is so important..

  317. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Thats what happens when you ‘ball out’ and you play a position that is so important..

    **************************

    I think we are debating different arguments.

    I am not saying, fill in the blank LT, who plays pretty well for a month doesn’t maybe deserve a new deal.

    But Jared Gaither has done this, HIS ENTIRE CAREER. Play great to get a new contract, than act like offseason is the time to eat Little Debbie Snacks, 8 at a time.

    San Diego got snookered.

  318. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    said he played a good month of football, no denying that.

    So did Joe Aska once, and Jamarcus Russell.
    ===============================================
    JaMoron never played a good QUARTER of football in the NFL, let alone a MONTH.

  319. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Agreed

  320. r8eray Says:

    What you guys think of getting a L. Kennedy jersey?

  321. Just Fire Baby Says:

    If we’re concerned about putting heat on Manning, they’ve got to be concerned about getting to Palmer.

    Their answer is, Miller and Dummerville.

    Our answer is what ?

    Matt S ? Ronaldo McBadazz ? Burris ?

    *******************************

    Legitimate point for sure.

    Tough to ask Carson to outperform Peyton, and tough to ask Matt S and RoBeast to outperform Smelvis/Von Miller.

    So we have to make it up somewhere.

    RB and WR would be the first obvious answer, and maybe the collective D-line.

    Special teams? Long-snapping?

  322. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I would pay to see you guys locked in a room 1 on 1 with these athletes and see if you call them these names.
    ================================================
    Do I get to bring a gun too ?

  323. TxRaider210 Says:

    I have a feeling that our WR’s will eat Champ Bailey’s lunch this year, dude is at the end of his career.

  324. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    Assuming health:

    We are better than Denver in these areas:

    RB
    WR
    OL
    DL
    S
    ST

  325. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:46 am
    I would pay to see you guys locked in a room 1 on 1 with these athletes and see if you call them these names.
    ================================================
    Do I get to bring a gun too ?

    —-

    Nope.

    Just your fists.

  326. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    So we have to make it up somewhere.

    RB and WR would be the first obvious answer, and maybe the collective D-line.

    Special teams? Long-snapping?

    ============================================
    Yeah, I’d give the Raids a SOLID edge in all of those areas.

    Just concentrating on the pass rush bcz I thought JHill brought up a good area for discussion.

  327. hwnrdr Says:

    To be fair DAV, just because these guys are athletes, doesn’t mean they can fight! Just don’t let them grab you :)

  328. DennisAllensVisor Says:

    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:51 am
    To be fair DAV, just because these guys are athletes, doesn’t mean they can fight! Just don’t let them grab you

    —-

    For sure.

    Just annoyed with the name calling, like we’re in 5th grade.

  329. hwnrdr Says:

    DennisAllensVisor Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:53 am
    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:51 am
    To be fair DAV, just because these guys are athletes, doesn’t mean they can fight! Just don’t let them grab you

    —-

    For sure.

    Just annoyed with the name calling, like we’re in 5th grade.

    Gotcha! All that na nanny boo boo!

  330. TxRaider210 Says:

    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:51 am
    To be fair DAV, just because these guys are athletes, doesn’t mean they can fight! Just don’t let them grab you

    —————-
    LOL Go for the knees and fight dirtier, the bigger they are.

  331. TxRaider210 Says:

    I will try my best not to judge any of our players, vets or not, until I see them on the field after preparing for the season.

  332. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Hey, if I don’t get to call Ronaldo names, my posts will dwindle to zero.

    You want that ?

    Insulting Mayor McCheese not only makes a point, it’s great fun.

    Face to face, I’d be more diplomatic, but I’d still let Ronaldo know he’s a turd.

  333. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Names, monikors, mock-names, and tongue-in-cheek nicknames are all good in my eyes.

    Just got to keep out the slurs.

  334. TxRaider210 Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 10:01 am
    Hey, if I don’t get to call Ronaldo names, my posts will dwindle to zero.

    You want that ?

    Insulting Mayor McCheese not only makes a point, it’s great fun.

    Face to face, I’d be more diplomatic, but I’d still let Ronaldo know he’s a turd.

    ——————-
    LMAO Yeah man, if the player does dumb schit off the field also, it’s fair game!

  335. TxRaider210 Says:

    Have fun blogging Nation, I get to scour the nation’s largest hospital for one blanket warmer..geez lol

  336. DutchRaider77 Says:

    Heres my big concern. 3rd & long, 4 wide.. We dont have a decent nickle package.. No edge rushers, no depth at db.. Teams with good qbs or wrs can just put us in a nickle and rape us all day…

    _______________________________________________

    Why is everyone discounting the Tollefson signing? Never see anyone mention him in the D-Line rotation and isn’t he going to be an edge rusher?

  337. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    My imaginary encounter with Ronaldo…

    I break out the tape…

    Show Ronaldo video of the Jog in Buffalo.

    “Want to explain what’s going on during this play, Ro ?”

    “Man, turn that ish off”

    “OK, how about this one ? (roll tape of the Whiff)

    “You better hope my fist misses your mouth like I missed that tackle”

    “Have a nice day, Slo”

  338. The Big Banana Says:

    99, #337. Lol!!!

  339. The Big Banana Says:

    While I don’t agree with random name-calling just because a player plays for a rival team, I don’t mind it so much if a player has done something to deserve it. Take JaPorkChop for example. That huge bust set this team back quite a bit. The LEAST we should be able to get out of it as fans is a little fun with his name. With the grief we endured because of that clown, are you kidding me?

  340. theghostronin79 Says:

    Why is everyone discounting the Tollefson signing? Never see anyone mention him in the D-Line rotation and isn’t he going to be an edge rusher?

    =================

    I brought him up about a week ago and I got replies like
    “He’s a depth guy nothing more”
    “Nothing special”

    He comes from a championship team with good coaching, and a good defense. He has a good attitude, and I like when he said “You have to EARN the right to rush the passer. You do that by stopping the run.”
    He’ll be a good person to rotate in and out.

  341. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Don’t get Raider O started on Toffy, lol.

    I think he is going to be on every special teams unit, and block a punt this year.

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.

  342. DutchRaider77 Says:

    Don’t get Raider O started on Toffy, lol.

    I think he is going to be on every special teams unit, and block a punt this year.

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.

    ___________________________________________________

    I have to remember next chat, Cork is all over Toffy’s jock. They seem to be buddies. I think I can get a ringing endorsement for the future from him.

  343. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.
    =================================================
    That would just about double his career total, wouldn’t it ?

  344. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I think he had 5 last year, which was a career high.

  345. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Toffy is a local guy, born in Walnut Creek.

  346. Buckeyeraider Says:

    G’mornin fellas

  347. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Break up the Reds, lol.

  348. Buckeyeraider Says:

    I know you can get most of this info for free online, but I guess I’m just old school. So, I shelled out 8 hard earned bucks for a copy of Lindy’s 2012 Pro Football Preview.

    The review of the Oakland Raiders was done by our very own Jerry McDonald. Was very fair and objectve, as would be expected.

    They don’t even predict Oakland to finish in last place, right Cork.

    The guy that writes the introduction to the AFC West is a jackarse though. Some fella named Tony Grossi. Must write for the Denver post or Kansas City Star.

    He says the new regime in Oakland’s rebuilding plans are hampered because they are “saddled” with Carson Palmer by former coach Hue Jackson.

    One of his 5 questions for the division, besides will Mannings neck hold up kinda stuff is:

    Would Oakland like to redo the trade. His answer: It’s why Hue Jax is the “former” HC.

    Nonsense, I say. Hue was fired for his post season presser/power grab amongst other reasons. The least of which was Carson Palmer.

    I just hope, and believe Carson is gonna have a big year and shut the Tony Grossi’s of the world up.

  349. Just Fire Baby Says:

    You see a lot of The Reggie’s moves (Goodson, Toffy, Underwood and Lee) and even some of his draft picks (Stupar especially) were done with an eye on our coverage units, IMO.

    Too many big returns the last few years, and definitely an area with plenty of room for improvement.

  350. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Would Oakland like to redo the trade. His answer: It’s why Hue Jax is the “former” HC.

    *****************************

    What an idiot, as if The Reggie didn’t have the option to keep his coach and get rid of the QB.

    Hue was fired, by someone who shares his agent and who were reported to be “friends”, because The Reggie felt he could do better as a HC.

    Plain and simple.

  351. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    NFL Network coverage of camps isn’t bad.

    Good thing too, was getting sick of their programming.

    Constantly showing Hard Knocks re-runs from 5 years ago is pretty weak.

    Curious to see if they’ll give the Raids any coverage.

  352. lefty12 Says:

    Isn’t it amazing that when Palmer was in Cincy,he was considered a top 10-15 QB.Now that he is a Raider he is a liability.One of the many reasons I quit listening to the talking heads a long time ago.

  353. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Curious to see if they’ll give the Raids any coverage.

    ***************************

    You know, the ads for their training camp coverage featured headlines like “access FROM ALL 32 TEAMS” “most access EVER”.

    I couldn’t help to think if this was due to increased access allowed by the Raiders this year, as opposed to previous years.

  354. theghostronin79 Says:

    Curious to see if they’ll give the Raids any coverage.

    =================

    I think they’re setting up base camp in Dungver with alot of coverage heading to Indy and Washington.

  355. Buckeyeraider Says:

    Vegas,

    I told ya. we’re heading towards a post season showdown. October baseball, baby.

  356. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I don’t think Palmer has been considered a top 10 QB for some time now.

  357. lefty12 Says:

    99-you can’t possibly be serious that the defense will be worse with the loss of Wimbley.He was a one trick pony who couldn’t even do his one trick very well.He couldn’t cover.He couldn’t hold the edge.He wasn’t a good tackler.he was terrible against the run.Besides the 1st game he had 1 sack in 15 games.Not a big loss and easily replaceable.

  358. lefty12 Says:

    10-15 doesn’t say top 10 does it?

  359. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    STRAIGHT UP PIMPIN

    Blog Brahs, thanks for all your hard work in our effort to repeal the free practice tix idea.

    Amy Cakes is slowly realizing that if KrappyRat somehow makes it inside the practice facility, he will undoubtedly try to hump as many players as he can get his pudgy hands on

    Obviously, when our O line takes their stance, they are in the most peril

    Keep Twitter bombing Amy, I’m sure she’s done with her late morning bubble bath by now

  360. Buckeyeraider Says:

    Where is the Rockstar this morning?

    I’ve got a few questions for him. I was reading up on our division rival The Kaaaaannnsaaaasss Ciiiiity Chiefs, when I noticed…and I swear I’m not making this ish up….google it if ya wanna, that the KC Offenive Quality Control coach is a fella named…… Jim Bob Cooter.

    Since I assume Mr. Cooter lives in Mizzou, I wanna know if this Podunkian lives anywhere near Rockstar’s neck of the woods.

    More importantly, has RRS ever been frog giggin or squirrel huntin with said Jim Bob.

    Because The Raider Nation needs to know if a respected member, and founding father of the semi-pros has been, in any way, fraternizing with the enemy.

    What sayeth thee, in thy defense, Rockstar? Hmmmm?

  361. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I don’t want to see Latos in the postseason.

    That dude just deals against us.

  362. lefty12 Says:

    Besides that 99,as they say ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’.Some QBs that the media proclaims top 10 aren’t in the eyes of others.

  363. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Lefty, Kam certainly had many deficiencies in his game.

    But IMO, he was probably our best pass rusher.

    His sack total wasn’t great, but he did get lots of pressures.

    He might have been a one trick pony, but his trick was an important one, and I’m not convinced the Raids have replaced that trick.

    I think he’ll be missed more than most think.

  364. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Wimbley just ran too hot and cold for my liking.

    Forget disappearing for a series or a quarter or something like that, that dude disappeared for a month sometimes!!

  365. lefty12 Says:

    99-can’t agree,but everyone is entitled to their own opinion.We shall see.

  366. r8eray Says:

    Looking to get tickets vs the Steelers….you guys think that’s a good game to hit up?

    Section 307

  367. Thec Says:

    Kam didn’t do shat against gaither and SD….

  368. hwnrdr Says:

    Ray, that would be a great game to go too!

  369. hwnrdr Says:

    Thec Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:21 am
    Kam didn’t do shat against gaither and SD….

    Yup!

  370. lefty12 Says:

    Something I have a difficult time understanding is how Wimbley can get so much credit for pressuring the QB yet T.Kelly is one of the best DTs in the league at getting to the QB and is vilified on this site regularly.

  371. r8eray Says:

    Chargers agreed to terms with QB Kyle Boller on a one-year contract.
    31-year-old Boller recently tried out for the Titans. He wasn’t signed, but was desperate to get back into the NFL. He’ll do so as a camp body in San Diego, throwing backup practice passes while Charlie Whitehurst nurses a left knee injury. Look for Boller to be released before the regular season begins.
    Jul 27 – 2:02 PM

  372. lefty12 Says:

    you guys think that’s a good game to hit up?
    ————————————–
    Any game is a good game to hit up.

  373. Thec Says:

    kam quite possibly would have done better in the new schematic…Moot point.

    How many licks does it take to get to the tootsie roll center of the tootsie pop?

    The world may never know.

  374. hwnrdr Says:

    Thec Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:27 am
    kam quite possibly would have done better in the new schematic…Moot point.

    How many licks does it take to get to the tootsie roll center of the tootsie pop?

    The world may never know.

    LMAO!

  375. SR Raider Says:

    I believe a lot of you underestimate how much Bresnahan sucked, and how much teamwork means to a defense. That unit was a shambles at the end of last season. No way DA lets that happen this year.

    Don’t get me wrong – it will take years before this is a championship quality defense, but we will see marked improvement, which should be enough for a good shot at the playoffs

  376. Thec Says:

    lefty12 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:25 am
    you guys think that’s a good game to hit up?
    ————————————–
    Any game is a good game to hit up.

    ++++++++

    Unadultered TRUTH….

    Tailgating…Sea of NATION in Silver and Black.

    Meeting up with the Semi’s.

    You CANNOT beat a live RAIDER game.

  377. SR Raider Says:

    AdamSchefter: Chargers agreed on a one-year deal with QB Kyle Boller.
    ===========

    bwahahahaha

  378. DIRT-LOT FOOTBALL Says:

    POST-376..IT JUST DONT GET ANY BETTER.

  379. The Big Banana Says:

    Lefty12 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:25 am
    you guys think that’s a good game to hit up?
    ————————————–
    Any game is a good game to hit up.

    ———

    Yes!!!

  380. Thec Says:

    SR Raider Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:32 am
    AdamSchefter: Chargers agreed on a one-year deal with QB Kyle Boller.
    ===========

    bwahahahaha

    ++++++++++

    ROFLMAO… Hope he gets in a game and performs like he did against KC last year….LMAO

  381. lefty12 Says:

    Doesn’t the article also say he is nothing but a camp arm and will be released before the start of the season?

  382. The Big Banana Says:

    Good posts, Buckeye. Lol on the last one for RRS

  383. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I was a lot higher on KW and Routt than most people here.

    Didn’t think either one had a good year last season (especially Routt), but I still thought they were good players. Overpaid, yeah, and that’s why they’re gone – but good players that I wouldn’t have minded to keep around.

    You guys know where I stand on Slo, but I can understand why he’s still around.

    One guy that I think is way overpaid and can’t understand why he’s still around is MHuff.

    Just an adequate taackler. Weak banger. In 6 years, he’s had 5.5 sacks, 9 picks, and get this — 0 TDs.

    Not a single pick 6 or even a TD return on a fumble recovery. Nada.

    6 years, and he’s had 2 impact plays. Hitting River’s arm and the pick in Houston. Might have been others but I can’t remember them.

    Definition of an overpaid, underperforming non-impact player.

    Why Al resigned him to that huge contract baffles me to this day.

  384. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Boller was probably reluctant to leave California.

  385. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I am so bored at work.

  386. TxRaider210 Says:

    Any semi-pros planning the game in ATL this year after the bye week? If all goes well, I should be there to see the falcons go down.

  387. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    How is Texas?

  388. hwnrdr Says:

    I was planning on the Baltimore game in November, but the powers that be (work) has me scheduled to work that weekend! Dam, and on a 3 day weekend too! :(

  389. TxRaider210 Says:

    Texas is hotter n hell!lol Wish the Nation played Houston or Dallas in Tx this year, so ATL or Dungver are the closest for me.

  390. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Hiram Eugene, before his hip > Huffypoo

  391. lefty12 Says:

    99-agreed on Routt.IMO he was unfairly targeted by the officials and it seemed to effect his play.It will be interesting to see if he is treated the same way in KC by the officials.

  392. TxRaider210 Says:

    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:48 am
    I was planning on the Baltimore game in November, but the powers that be (work) has me scheduled to work that weekend! Dam, and on a 3 day weekend too!

    ——————-
    Dang bro that sucks big-time. I have yet to set in stone the game I’m going to, but I will be attending one in the October time frame as a b-day gift to me!

  393. SR Raider Says:

    Compare Huff to Tatum. No wait, bad idea

  394. TxRaider210 Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:51 am
    Hiram Eugene, before his hip > Huffypoo

    —————
    You make a good point, I did like Hiram’s play before the injury..

  395. hwnrdr Says:

    Tx,
    KC, AtL, Jacksonville?

  396. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Chicago has been hot as hell also. Cooling down a bit now.

  397. Raider Dawg Says:

    I know I’m probably in the minority here, but I really feel like the signing of Kyle Boller puts the Chargers over the top and makes them the prohibitive favorite to win the AFC West–if not the Superbowl.

  398. TxRaider210 Says:

    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:54 am
    Tx,
    KC, AtL, Jacksonville?

    —————
    I’ll be shooting for ATL..my friend just moved here and is from Atlanta, so he’ll roll with me and the gf and show us the city.

  399. hwnrdr Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:56 am
    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:54 am
    Tx,
    KC, AtL, Jacksonville?

    —————
    I’ll be shooting for ATL..my friend just moved here and is from Atlanta, so he’ll roll with me and the gf and show us the city.

    Always good with a tour guide! Have fun in the ATL if you make it bro!

  400. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:54 am
    Chicago has been hot as hell also. Cooling down a bit now.

    ————
    Yeah man, here you can count on 100 degree summers plus heat index. Anything less is just outstanding.lol

  401. TxRaider210 Says:

    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:57 am
    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:56 am
    hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 11:54 am
    Tx,
    KC, AtL, Jacksonville?

    —————
    I’ll be shooting for ATL..my friend just moved here and is from Atlanta, so he’ll roll with me and the gf and show us the city.

    Always good with a tour guide! Have fun in the ATL if you make it bro!

    —————-
    Yeah man, my friend was born and raised in ATL, so should make for a fun time. Maybe as the date gets closer, some other semis will decide to go and I’ll buy em a brewski at the game!

  402. Buckeyeraider Says:

    One last observation after reading up on our competition in the Lindy’s mag.

    Most teams have two strength and conditioning coaches. Some only have one.

    The Denver Broncos have four, count ‘em four strength and conditioning asst’s.

    I can only assume that two of them are entrusted with monitoring Peyton Manning’s surgically repaired neck…which has the unenviable task of trying to hold aloft his drive-in movie screen-sized forehead.

    Speaking of Peyton….the BSPN Denver training camp man/horse lovefest is so over the top and nauseating, that I’m actually praying for some Tebow/Ny Jets coverage. lol. Unbelievable

  403. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Elway is kind of like the Judas of the NFL after what he did to Tebow.

  404. TxRaider210 Says:

    Buckeyeraider Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:00 pm
    One last observation after reading up on our competition in the Lindy’s mag.

    Most teams have two strength and conditioning coaches. Some only have one.

    The Denver Broncos have four, count ‘em four strength and conditioning asst’s.

    I can only assume that two of them are entrusted with monitoring Peyton Manning’s surgically repaired neck…which has the unenviable task of trying to hold aloft his drive-in movie screen-sized forehead.

    Speaking of Peyton….the BSPN Denver training camp man/horse lovefest is so over the top and nauseating, that I’m actually praying for some Tebow/Ny Jets coverage. lol. Unbelievable

    ———————
    lol I’d never wish injury on a player, but I hope our defense crushes QB’s this year, especially Peyton and Phillip.

  405. fingers Says:

    402…lol…agree

  406. fingers Says:

    Buckeye… I watched the NFL channel gush about Manning till it made me sick … Same BS over and over

  407. lefty12 Says:

    99-I’m willing to see how Huff preforms this year before condemning him.I must say however things don’t look too good for him now that Corkran has picked him as a future star.LOL

  408. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I’m rooting for the Ravens to take a big fall this season and I think it just might happen. I’d love to see the Raids whack them.

    With Suggs out, they’re now minus 2 key LBs.

    Ray and Ed are near the end.

    On offense, they’re now moving Oher to LT and could have problems.

    Flacco is OK and Rice can ball, but I don’t see big points from this unit.

    Their perennial powerhouse D takes a step back and I can their record regressing substantially this year.

    Hope so too, cuz I’m sick of the Harbaugh hype.

  409. TxRaider210 Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:04 pm
    I’m rooting for the Ravens to take a big fall this season and I think it just might happen. I’d love to see the Raids whack them.

    With Suggs out, they’re now minus 2 key LBs.

    Ray and Ed are near the end.

    On offense, they’re now moving Oher to LT and could have problems.

    Flacco is OK and Rice can ball, but I don’t see big points from this unit.

    Their perennial powerhouse D takes a step back and I can their record regressing substantially this year.

    Hope so too, cuz I’m sick of the Harbaugh hype.

    ——————
    Amazes me that both Harbaughs have great all around teams, but barely decent QB’s that will never win a ring imo.lol

  410. fingers Says:

    We still owe the Ravens for the 2000 game where goose belly flopped Gannon…. I w’s sitting right over that play in the south endzone ..you could almost hear the air leaving Gannon’s lungs

  411. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    99-I’m willing to see how Huff preforms this year before condemning him.I must say however things don’t look too good for him now that Corkran has picked him as a future star.LOL
    =============================================
    Yep, saw that Corky selected Huff to lead the Raids in picks 2012.

    The kiss of death.

  412. lefty12 Says:

    They both inherited those teams also.It should be interesting to see if they can rebuild them as they age.Will they still be such darlings?

  413. fingers Says:

    That was a great Ravens D …

  414. SR Raider Says:

    Fingers – I was also in the black hole for that game. That was one fat … flopping on our MVP QB

  415. TxRaider210 Says:

    lefty12 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:11 pm
    They both inherited those teams also.It should be interesting to see if they can rebuild them as they age.Will they still be such darlings?

    ——————-
    Well we know Flacco and Smith can help get those teams to the playoffs, but can’t score points with the elite QB’s in the league when it matters.

  416. hwnrdr Says:

    SR Raider Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
    Fingers – I was also in the black hole for that game. That was one fat … flopping on our MVP QB

    I was still living in Hawaii at that time! I screamed, scaring the crap outta my father in law when Goose belly flopped on Gannon! Then screamed more when he wasn’t flagged!

  417. fingers Says:

    Sr… Yep… A bad day… I honestly thought our offense would be too much for the birds …. I knew they were good… But seeing them up close was an eye opener … Then watching Sharp score that long td was the killer

  418. fingers Says:

    I still have my tribune bye bye birdies poster from that game

  419. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Denver is going to finish last place. I don’t see Manning lasting past the first 5 games. Denver has a brutal schedule.

  420. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    1) Raiders 10-6
    2) Chargers 9-7
    3) Chiefs 7-9
    4) Broncos 5-11

  421. fingers Says:

    Chargers sign Kyle Boller …Are you kidding

  422. fingers Says:

    Albert… Good picks ..

  423. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    What was the name of the Raider safety that got burned on Sharpe’s TD again ?

    I remember Anthony Whoresett but I’m having a brain cramp about the other safety.

    Had them pinned deep. Then that crap. Set the tone for the entire day.

  424. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
    1) Raiders 10-6
    2) Chargers 9-7
    3) Chiefs 7-9
    4) Broncos 5-11

    ————-
    Now that’s wtf I’m talking about mayne!!

  425. aig-raiders Says:

    @423…Marques Pope?

  426. lefty12 Says:

    Everyone is conveniently overlooking Manning’s history in games;on grass,outdoors,in cold weather-all things he will now have to face regularly.I may be wrong but I believe he hasn’t had great success in those atmospheres.Maybe one of you stat gurus could get that information for us.

  427. hwnrdr Says:

    RAIDERMAN99 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
    What was the name of the Raider safety that got burned on Sharpe’s TD again ?

    I remember Anthony Whoresett but I’m having a brain cramp about the other safety.

    Had them pinned deep. Then that crap. Set the tone for the entire day.

    Marquez Pope? I think…

  428. fingers Says:

    So knockout Rivers and they put in Boller ..outstanding

  429. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raiders 10-6
    Cargers 9-7
    Donks 7-9
    Chiefs 7-9

  430. fingers Says:

    Pope sounds right… Never did like his play

  431. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Yes. The ex-whiner Pope. Thanks AIG,Hwn couldn’t remember his name.

  432. fingers Says:

    I’ve got the Donks in the basement…. I’ve had that neck surgery Manning had… It’s not a lightweight operation ..

  433. aig-raiders Says:

    Raiderman,

    I believe the back field was James/Allen as Corners and Pope/Dorsett were the safeties.

  434. aig-raiders Says:

    Pope was pretty good as a corner for SF. He sucked as a safety for us.

  435. Buckeyeraider Says:

    ABP,

    I agree completely. Media Darlings Manning and the Donks MIGHT win the West. But, if they do…they are going to have to earn it.

    Week 1 Vs. Pitt. This isn’t a tired and injured Steeler team, but one looking for revenge.

    Wk 2 @ ATL on Mon Night. Matty Ice and the Birds are tough at home

    Wk 3 vs Houston. A pre-season AFC favorite.

    Wk 4 vs Oakland. Bitter division rival. Should be a dog fight.

    Wk 5 @ New England. ‘Nuff said

    Wk 6 @ SD Mon night. Another div rival shootout.

    Wk 7 Bye

    If they can make it to their bye any better than 2-4, maybe 3-3…they did well.

    They are going to find out early..just how healthy Peyton is, and if he can survive that brutal stretch.

    Ought to be interesting.

  436. Marks hair Says:

    Drive-in movie head. Ha!

  437. TxRaider210 Says:

    I was thinking about Wiz leaving a bit more, and what if he saw that RM and DA “got this”, meaning his services weren’t required any longer. Could be that he feels the team is in good hands now and could easily do without his presence..

  438. Marks hair Says:

    Pope was a bad motherfker playing ss in college.. I havent seen many hitters like him..

  439. joshh1174 Says:

    If I send someone a pic,could they photoshp it and put a raider jersey on them? Id really appreciate it. My email address is Joshh1174@yahoo.com

  440. TxRaider210 Says:

    Maybe they paid Peyton so much cash because: 1) if he gets hurt he can help coach 2) they can use his forehead as the projector screen when watching film.

  441. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Torry and Eric were a solid tandem. Our safeties sucked.

    There have been plenty of Raiders that I didn’t think were any good over the years.

    Only two that I hated to the point I’d hope they got injured just so I wouldn’t have to see them disgrace the uniform.

    Anthony Whoresett and JaMoron.

  442. Marks hair Says:

    Or 3) because he always wins his division.. Or 4) 4 league mvp awards.. I just hope the injury demon helps us out this yr..

  443. SR Raider Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
    1) Raiders 10-6
    2) Chargers 9-7
    3) Chiefs 7-9
    4) Broncos 5-11
    =======

    ABP you are the new prognosticator-in-chief

  444. Marks hair Says:

    439. Im not sure if thats safe josh.. Some of these ppl are savages.

  445. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Thanks SR Raider!

  446. KoolKell Says:

    London IS ready’: Romney completes humiliating u-turn in new UK charm offensive after Olympics gaffe sees British brand him ‘Mitt the Twit’

    Mitt Romney brands Olympics ‘fabulous’ after string of embarrassing gaffes
    Had questioned whether Britain was fit to stage the summer games

    Said he’ll put bust of Winston Churchill – which was given to President Bush and returned by 0bama – back into White House

    Awkwardly refers to Labour leader Ed Miliband as ‘Mr Leader’

    Prime Minister David Cameron hit back with claim that ‘Britain can deliver’

    Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2179853/Mitt-Romney-completes-humiliating-u-turn-new-UK-charm-offensive-Olympics-gaffe.html#ixzz21r24h4eR

  447. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I have felt from the beginning the Donks were foolish to trade Peyton for Tebow.

    Take the names out of it for a second, you just got rid of a guy who was a fan favorite, threw for 300 yards in a playoff win against the Steelers, and was going into his 3rd year, of a very friendly 4 year contract (for QB’s).

    Then to replace him, you signed a 36 year old, fresh off missing an entire season with a neck injury QB, and guarantee’d him almost 10X’s more salary moving forward, over more years.

    If Denver gets to where they did last year, 2nd round of the playoffs, that is a complete disaster of a sceario. Get rid of fan favorite, bring in massively-paid more replacement, and do no better in the playoffs?

    And I don’t even think they will make the playoffs!!!

    Great job Smellway

  448. R8ER MIKE Says:

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
    Or 3) because he always wins his division.. Or 4) 4 league mvp awards.. I just hope the injury demon helps us out this yr.
    *******************************
    Can the Donks O line block like Indy ???… no….
    can Manning run for his life like T-blow ???… no…
    that being said, i dont think Manning makes it out of
    the Pittsburg game uninjured !!

  449. NoLuv4Hoes Says:

    Check it out http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Oakland-Raiders-Skull-Buckle-Bottle-Opener-and-Web-Belt-PICK-A-BELT-COLOR-/75352021

  450. lefty12 Says:

    It looks as if I was wrong about Manning in cold outdoor games.He’s still pretty damn good although not quite as good as he is indoors.

  451. aig-raiders Says:

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    439. Im not sure if thats safe josh.. Some of these ppl are savages.
    ——
    lmao. so true.

  452. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I’ve always though Peyton and Eli were both pretty good in cold weather games, which is a little suprising, being southern, SEC type QB’s.

  453. NoLuv4Hoes Says:

    broken bones hurt in cold weather

  454. NoLuv4Hoes Says:

    healed broken broken bones

  455. aig-raiders Says:

    JFB, it gets cold down in the South but not as cold as guys in the Big Ten. The South is more about the heat. Btw, Peyton may be the better QB in reg season, but I’d take Eli in the 2 minute drill any day over Peyton.

  456. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I’ll take Terrel Pryor over both those Manning fools.

  457. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:21 pm
    I’ll take Terrel Pryor over both those Manning fools.

    —————
    That is some beer flavored kool-aid for now, but I’ll take some!lol

  458. raidertbone Says:

    Peyton faces two of the strongest defenses early (Pittsburgh, Houston). If he survives those two, he’ll probably still be a little banged up — and then WE get him!! Oh yeah, gonna have us some Manning chops for dinner!!

  459. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:24 pm
    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:21 pm
    I’ll take Terrel Pryor over both those Manning fools.

    —————
    That is some beer flavored kool-aid for now, but I’ll take some!lol
    ———–
    I’m high on Meth.

  460. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:26 pm
    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:24 pm
    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:21 pm
    I’ll take Terrel Pryor over both those Manning fools.

    —————
    That is some beer flavored kool-aid for now, but I’ll take some!lol
    ———–
    I’m high on Meth.

    —————–
    Oh no man, hate to see a Nation member go down that road…just don’t pick at your face too much.lol

  461. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    That is some beer flavored kool-aid for now, but I’ll take some!lol
    ———–
    I’m high on Meth.

    —————–
    Oh no man, hate to see a Nation member go down that road…just don’t pick at your face too much.lol
    ————
    I’m sure there are plenty of Raider fans that do Meth. That would explain some of the behavior on this blog.

  462. aig-raiders Says:

    Who’s our FS this year? Gio? He’s not bad but I’d like a more impact player.

  463. TxRaider210 Says:

    aig-raiders Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:28 pm
    Who’s our FS this year? Gio? He’s not bad but I’d like a more impact player.

    ——————
    That’d be Huffy and Gio as his backup

  464. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:28 pm
    That is some beer flavored kool-aid for now, but I’ll take some!lol
    ———–
    I’m high on Meth.

    —————–
    Oh no man, hate to see a Nation member go down that road…just don’t pick at your face too much.lol
    ————
    I’m sure there are plenty of Raider fans that do Meth. That would explain some of the behavior on this blog.

    ———————
    I’ve seen some off the wall posts before, but still highly doubt we have tweakers in our blogosphere..could be wrong though.lol

  465. NoLuv4Hoes Says:

    TxRaider do you live in texas?

  466. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I think we will be fine at the safety position. The corners are a bit iffy, though.

  467. TxRaider210 Says:

    NoLuv4Hoes Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:31 pm
    TxRaider do you live in texas?

    —————-
    Yep, right in the heartland of Tx

  468. Just Fire Baby Says:

    JFB, it gets cold down in the South but not as cold as guys in the Big Ten. The South is more about the heat. Btw, Peyton may be the better QB in reg season, but I’d take Eli in the 2 minute drill any day over Peyton.

    **************************

    I mean the winter is the winter, it’s going to be cold wherever you are.

    But when you see Bama playing LSU in November, the coaches are still on the sidelines in short sleeves. And the SEC championship game is indoors.

    Not preparing you to play in New Jersey in January, that’s for sure.

  469. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I’ve seen some off the wall posts before, but still highly doubt we have tweakers in our blogosphere..could be wrong though.lol
    ——-
    Beeecham is a tweeker, probably Norco Bob too.

  470. Buckeyeraider Says:

    I don’t have any kinda magic crystal ball, or anything.. but I just don’t envision Peyton riding off into the sunset with another Lombardi like his new boss did.

    Peyton Manning is a 1st Ballot HOF’er and one of the greatest players of this generation. Hell, I used to admire the guy, and I always rooted for him and his Colts when they matched up vs Evil Bill Bellicheat and the Patsies. Now he is the enemy.

    In the end, I imagine it’ll prolly end up like Joe Montana and the Chefs. Much ado about nothing. He’s gonna show some glimpses of his former self. Have his moments. Might even win a division title.

    But I think he’ll be gone in two years, probably due to injury…that neck surgery ain’t no joke.

    And like I said, no storybook ride off into the sunset.

  471. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    My father is from Waco.

  472. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:33 pm
    I’ve seen some off the wall posts before, but still highly doubt we have tweakers in our blogosphere..could be wrong though.lol
    ——-
    Beeecham is a tweeker, probably Norco Bob too.

    —————-
    Idk about Beeech being one, he seems to blog in the afternoons, which would tell me he gets more sleep than a tweeker.lol

  473. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Beeecham is high on something.

  474. aig-raiders Says:

    JFB,

    Nah man. I’ve seen some nasty snow in the North East. The South aint got nothig like that. The city of Memphis literally shuts down when there is snow 2 days per year. Bunch of whiners.

  475. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I think KoolKell might be a Viagra addict.

  476. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:36 pm
    Beeecham is high on something.

    ————
    Probably some of CA’s finest man, can’t knock a dude for that.lol

  477. TxRaider210 Says:

    You guys crack me up…anyhow, I’m splittin from work but may return to the blog in an hour or so. Peace

  478. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    See ya Tex.

  479. TxRaider210 Says:

    Later ABP

  480. The Big Banana Says:

    Hwnrdr Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:17 pm
    SR Raider Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
    Fingers – I was also in the black hole for that game. That was one fat … flopping on our MVP QB

    I was still living in Hawaii at that time! I screamed, scaring the crap outta my father in law when Goose belly flopped on Gannon! Then screamed more when he wasn’t flagged!

    ————

    Bounty?

  481. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Anyone seen Magic Mike yet?

  482. lefty12 Says:

    Anyone go get the free tickets for camp yet?Are there lines?

  483. R8ER MIKE Says:

    lefty12 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
    Anyone go get the free tickets for camp yet?Are there lines?

    *************************
    not yet, but i think you gotta bring your own blow and smoke thou.

  484. lefty12 Says:

    R8ER MIKE Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:49 pm
    lefty12 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
    Anyone go get the free tickets for camp yet?Are there lines?

    *************************
    not yet, but i think you gotta bring your own blow and smoke thou.

    ———————————————
    Well,thats my cue.So long fellas.

  485. aig-raiders Says:

    R8,

    By 10:30 AM, tix were all gone in the San Jose location. Some folks are selling them on Craigs for $90 for 2 now. Dang it.

  486. theghostronin79 Says:

    “F” that noise

  487. The Big Banana Says:

    Aig-Raiders Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:07 pm
    R8,

    By 10:30 AM, tix were all gone in the San Jose location. Some folks are selling them on Craigs for $90 for 2 now. Dang it.

    ———–

    People never cease to amaze. Something for nothing. Just give them to season ticket holders next time.

  488. PlunkforHOF Says:

    Mark’s Hair posts = Kool-Aid with no sugar

  489. TxRaider210 Says:

    I’ll just root through the sunday coupons and sell those bad boys on craigslist.lol

  490. theghostronin79 Says:

    HEY Tx….You must be home?

  491. theghostronin79 Says:

    I’m experiencing EPIC boredom. Everybody ditched out early today but I gotta hold down the fort. Nothin to do but post……

  492. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Anyone want to buy a season pass to your local library? Only $299!

  493. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    I am extremely bored too. Closing in 30 minutes, though.

  494. Just Fire Baby Says:

    What is this “library” thing you speak of?

  495. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:28 pm

    I’m experiencing EPIC boredom. Everybody ditched out early today but I gotta hold down the fort. Nothin to do but post……
    —————–
    Yeah man, just got home and crack open a beer. I feel the pain though man, we have to sit and show face for govt reps all the time.lol

  496. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:29 pm
    What is this “library” thing you speak of?
    ——
    It’s where you go to get free stuff.

  497. The Big Banana Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:24 pm
    I’ll just root through the sunday coupons and sell those bad boys on craigslist.lol

    ————

    Exactly. The team outta respond to some of those ads just to show up and void their tickets & blacklist those bastards.

  498. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I am waiting for the sun to go down a little more before I start the yardwork for the weekend.

    And really, just killing time until I get to see the best rivalry in baseball.

    SF-LA!!!

  499. TxRaider210 Says:

    *cracked

  500. TxRaider210 Says:

    The Big Banana Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:24 pm
    I’ll just root through the sunday coupons and sell those bad boys on craigslist.lol

    ————

    Exactly. The team outta respond to some of those ads just to show up and void their tickets & blacklist those bastards.
    ————-
    Yeah no kidding man, never a shortage of free-loading turds in this world.

  501. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Free loaders are ok, scalpers are scum.

  502. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    Free loaders are ok, scalpers are scum.
    ————–
    Or people who take something, just so others who want them, can’t have them..

  503. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Or people who take something, just so others who want them, can’t have them..

    ***************************

    Isn’t that what the Patriots do with the Practice-Squad/IR thing, that is always pissing everyone off?

  504. r8eray Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:30 pm
    I am waiting for the sun to go down a little more before I start the yardwork for the weekend.

    And really, just killing time until I get to see the best rivalry in baseball.

    SF-LA!!!

    =========

    Yeah…me too!!

    Hopefully Dodger fans hold their composure and don’t crack some foo over the head during this series!

  505. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    HEY Tx….You must be home?
    ————-
    Sometimes the hospital is a ghost-town, but we have to sit and wait for one d1ckhead who will look for us at 430.lol

  506. TxRaider210 Says:

    JFB
    I’d be willing to bet it’s Bellicheat who’s taking the tix and selling them! Right down his alley.lol

  507. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Hopefully Dodger fans hold their composure and don’t crack some foo over the head during this series!

    ***************************

    Or jump some guy from behind when he isn’t looking?

  508. Marks hair Says:

    481. Of course not..

  509. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Sometimes the hospital is a ghost-town, but we have to sit and wait for one d1ckhead who will look for us at 430.lol

    **************************

    I got to do the same thing many times when I am “on-site’”, but I might one-up you, as I got to be in a shirt and tie, lol.

  510. theghostronin79 Says:

    Or people who take something, just so others who want them, can’t have them..

    ***************************

    Isn’t that what the Patriots do with the Practice-Squad/IR thing, that is always pissing everyone off?

    ==============
    Shancoe?

  511. r8eray Says:

    Raiders agreed to terms with third-round OG Tony Bergstrom on a four-year contract.
    The 95th overall pick, Bergstrom auditioned at left guard during rookie camp and could push for the starting job, competing with over-the-hill Cooper Carlisle. Bergstrom was mostly a tackle in college, so he’s learning a new position. He’s still considered a strong fit for the Raiders’ zone-blocking scheme.
    Source: Albert Breer on Twitter Jul 27 – 5:34 PM

  512. TxRaider210 Says:

    JFB
    No tie for me, you have me there. I do logistics/warehouse work so it’s jeans/polo/steel-toes everyday.

  513. theghostronin79 Says:

    Sometimes the hospital is a ghost-town, but we have to sit and wait for one d1ckhead who will look for us at 430.lol

    **************************

    I got to do the same thing many times when I am “on-site’”, but I might one-up you, as I got to be in a shirt and tie, lol.

    ===================

    yeah, it’s on the clock and all but…..DAYUM…It’s Friday…Everyone buggered off. It’s HOT, got no AC, Ball Sweat in full effect, and I got my Hottie waiting for me. She already off work.

  514. Just Fire Baby Says:

    LOL at Tebow working with Tom Glavine and Leo Mazzone on his throwing motion.

    Unless he is trying to learn the circle-change, I am not sure how that is going to work.

  515. TxRaider210 Says:

    Thanks R8eray! great news , congrats to Bergs!

  516. Marks hair Says:

    488.ha

  517. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Shancoe?

    ***************************

    I was thinking more of the Giants TE who busted his knee in the bowl.

    I honestly don’t know the logistics of it all, just know that I hear little rumblings that he pisses other coaches and orgs off with that stuff.

    Ticky-tack.

  518. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:49 pm

    Sometimes the hospital is a ghost-town, but we have to sit and wait for one d1ckhead who will look for us at 430.lol

    **************************

    I got to do the same thing many times when I am “on-site’”, but I might one-up you, as I got to be in a shirt and tie, lol.

    ===================

    yeah, it’s on the clock and all but…..DAYUM…It’s Friday…Everyone buggered off. It’s HOT, got no AC, Ball Sweat in full effect, and I got my Hottie waiting for me. She already off work.
    ——————–
    You’re almost there man! Yeah me and my crew are no stranger to cases of “swamp-ass”lol. My new job in 2 weeks will have no a/c, warehouse/forklift work in 105 degrees, but it pays the bills.lol

  519. Albert Bigelow Paine Says:

    Maybe some Raider fan in prison will take James Holmes out.

  520. theghostronin79 Says:

    You’re almost there man! Yeah me and my crew are no stranger to cases of “swamp-ass”lol. My new job in 2 weeks will have no a/c, warehouse/forklift work in 105 degrees, but it pays the bills.lol

    ================

    that’s me man. Shipping and receiving in a warehouse. On a forklift all day. Gotta deal with the elements. Hot as BALLS in the summer…and Shivering in the winter, all bundled up like I’m goin skiing or something.

  521. TxRaider210 Says:

    Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    Maybe some Raider fan in prison will take James Holmes out.
    ————–
    I wouldn’t let a guy like that surrender, the cop should have said he reached for something and shot him dead, for the sake of the tax-payer.

  522. Marks hair Says:

    Criners the last man standing..

  523. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:55 pm

    You’re almost there man! Yeah me and my crew are no stranger to cases of “swamp-ass”lol. My new job in 2 weeks will have no a/c, warehouse/forklift work in 105 degrees, but it pays the bills.lol

    ================

    that’s me man. Shipping and receiving in a warehouse. On a forklift all day. Gotta deal with the elements. Hot as BALLS in the summer…and Shivering in the winter, all bundled up like I’m goin skiing or something.
    ————————
    Cool bro seems like we have very similar jobs, although this new one I just landed, if not I’d have been ousted sept 14. Damn contracts

  524. theghostronin79 Says:

    Cool bro seems like we have very similar jobs, although this new one I just landed, if not I’d have been ousted sept 14. Damn contracts

    ===============
    Good to hear you got a replacement. I think I’m extra ansy too cause camp is starting this weekend. We just gotta get Criner on board now and we’re golden.

  525. Just Fire Baby Says:

    OK, well I would much rather put on a Pierre Cardin shirt and tie, than sit in 100 degree warehouse heat, lol.

    F all that. With the amount of beer I drink at times, mixed with the amount I would sweat in that joint, I would need to eat 3-4 banana’s a day to keep from getting the beer induced calf cramps in the middle of the night.

  526. J Hill Says:

    Hopefully Dodger fans hold their composure and don’t crack some foo over the head during this series!

    ***************************

    Or jump some guy from behind when he isn’t looking?

    ————————————————————

    Really????

    Isn’t there still a Dodger fan missing from the last time we played up there?

  527. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 12:58 pm
    I have felt from the beginning the Donks were foolish to trade Peyton for Tebow.

    Take the names out of it for a second, you just got rid of a guy who was a fan favorite, threw for 300 yards in a playoff win against the Steelers, and was going into his 3rd year, of a very friendly 4 year contract (for QB’s).

    Then to replace him, you signed a 36 year old, fresh off missing an entire season with a neck injury QB, and guarantee’d him almost 10X’s more salary moving forward, over more years.

    If Denver gets to where they did last year, 2nd round of the playoffs, that is a complete disaster of a sceario. Get rid of fan favorite, bring in massively-paid more replacement, and do no better in the playoffs?

    And I don’t even think they will make the playoffs!!!

    Great job Smellway
    ============================================
    There really wasn’t pressure on Horseface to dump Teblow when Manning signed.

    Maybe some cap pressure, I’m not sure about that.

    The fact that Elway dumped Timmy without even having a backup in place means that Horsemug doesn’t think Tebow has any chance whatsoever of developing into a QB that can throw the ball worth a damn.

    Even idiotic Mule fans wouldn’t be calling for Tebow to start over Peyton, so it wasn’t about a QB controversy.

    Only way Tim sees the field is if PM gets injured.

    Elway didn’t release Tebow to save money or to be a nice guy and let Tebow resume his career elsewhere.

    He let him go bcz he thinks Tebow can’t throw and never will be able to.

  528. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    Cool bro seems like we have very similar jobs, although this new one I just landed, if not I’d have been ousted sept 14. Damn contracts

    ===============
    Good to hear you got a replacement. I think I’m extra ansy too cause camp is starting this weekend. We just gotta get Criner on board now and we’re golden.
    —————-
    Thanks man, Yeah man Reg will have Criner signed by tomorrow imo. With job stability I will be at a game or two this year.

  529. Dakota Says:

    501.Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
    Free loaders are ok, scalpers are scum.

    ++++++++++++++++

    Scalpers are not scum! Those Native Americans were just doing what they could to scare the white man off!

  530. Method To My Madness Says:

    YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

    Gentlemen! NFL camps are in session!

    Its officially Raider time…..I’m eager to have spirited discussions and debates about our 2012 campaign

    I’m sure it will get heated but all the petty issues of politics,race or any other distraction from our team needs to be cut the fk out…An occasional mention of other things happening in the world is cool but no long back n forth schit. I’ve been guilty of this for sure but will drop my current beefs for the time being because we are on a mission to end this drought of not being in postseason play!

    Let’s have some fun fellas, shall we?

    CODE BLACK 2012!

  531. TxRaider210 Says:

    JFB
    It’s not too bad man, I kind of like manual labor if it pays decent. I do need to go through bio-med schooling, but until then, it’s whatever feeds me.lol

  532. theghostronin79 Says:

    —————-
    Thanks man, Yeah man Reg will have Criner signed by tomorrow imo. With job stability I will be at a game or two this year.

    =================
    Yeah, I heard you mention Atlanta….. I’d be jealous as Hell. Been planning to go to a game the last few years. Something else always came up that demanded my Dime. I hope you do man.

  533. TxRaider210 Says:

    LMAO Dakota!

  534. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Isn’t there still a Dodger fan missing from the last time we played up there?

    ***********************

    You mean the prison officer whose “friend” said he was sending a text message and looked up and he was gone?

    They found him in the water, and I don’t believe his “friend”.

  535. Method To My Madness Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
    Hopefully Dodger fans hold their composure and don’t crack some foo over the head during this series!

    ***************************

    Or jump some guy from behind when he isn’t looking?

    ————————————————————

    Really????

    Isn’t there still a Dodger fan missing from the last time we played up there?
    ***************

    They found him….prolly wasnt feeling those “invitations” to the alternative lifestyle

    With that in mind…Go dodgers this weekend! Sweep the Giants and chance the face of the NL West race

  536. Method To My Madness Says:

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
    Criners the last man standing..
    *********************

    We shall sign our possession WR before first practice on Monday

  537. theghostronin79 Says:

    They’ll be on full display against Dallas before we know it.

  538. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:10 pm

    —————-
    Thanks man, Yeah man Reg will have Criner signed by tomorrow imo. With job stability I will be at a game or two this year.

    =================
    Yeah, I heard you mention Atlanta….. I’d be jealous as Hell. Been planning to go to a game the last few years. Something else always came up that demanded my Dime. I hope you do man.
    ———————–
    It would be a blast for sure and a great game. May have to be a game before sept 27th to use my gf’s airline credits before shes loses the money. Maybe an Oak game…

  539. Method To My Madness Says:

    R8eray Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
    Raiders agreed to terms with third-round OG Tony Bergstrom on a four-year contract.
    The 95th overall pick, Bergstrom auditioned at left guard during rookie camp and could push for the starting job, competing with over-the-hill Cooper Carlisle. Bergstrom was mostly a tackle in college, so he’s learning a new position. He’s still considered a strong fit for the Raiders’ zone-blocking scheme.
    Source: Albert Breer on Twitter Jul 27 – 5:34 PM
    *****************************

    T Bergs we need ya man! We cant have to soft natured play of Carlisle start anymore….get that starting slot so we can cut his sorry ass!

  540. TxRaider210 Says:

    Oooh, looks like I may have to hit up the Pitt game in Oakland..hell yeah!

  541. Method To My Madness Says:

    Wow Browns are for sale?

  542. theghostronin79 Says:

    Maybe an Oak game
    ============

    Sick man. Nothin else like it. Being surrounded by Nation Brotha’s and Sista’s….It’s like being home.

  543. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    R8eray Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
    Raiders agreed to terms with third-round OG Tony Bergstrom on a four-year contract.
    The 95th overall pick, Bergstrom auditioned at left guard during rookie camp and could push for the starting job, competing with over-the-hill Cooper Carlisle. Bergstrom was mostly a tackle in college, so he’s learning a new position. He’s still considered a strong fit for the Raiders’ zone-blocking scheme.
    Source: Albert Breer on Twitter Jul 27 – 5:34 PM
    *****************************

    T Bergs we need ya man! We cant have to soft natured play of Carlisle start anymore….get that starting slot so we can cut his sorry ass!
    —————-
    Bergstrom may quickly be recognized for pan-caking dudes in the ZBS

  544. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Even idiotic Mule fans wouldn’t be calling for Tebow to start over Peyton, so it wasn’t about a QB controversy

    **************************

    You should meet my boss, mule season-ticket holder.

    He intends to boo Elway anytime they show him on the Jumbotron, or at least that’s his plan now, for dumping Tim.

    I am sure he will change it once Manning tosses a few TD’s, lol.

  545. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    Maybe an Oak game
    ============

    Sick man. Nothin else like it. Being surrounded by Nation Brotha’s and Sista’s….It’s like being home.
    ===============
    It may have to be the Pitt game so I can use these credits, should be a badazz game though for sure.

  546. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
    Oooh, looks like I may have to hit up the Pitt game in Oakland..hell yeah!
    ********************

    You better bring your silver and black self to the D lot and have a brew or three with the fam!

  547. No Mas Diamante Says:

    One pick to go. wht are we starting camp so late this year anyway. only two weeks to prep for first game? Is that normal?

  548. Method To My Madness Says:

    Theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
    Maybe an Oak game
    ============

    Sick man. Nothin else like it. Being surrounded by Nation Brotha’s and Sista’s….It’s like being home.
    **************

    I feel the same mayne

  549. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Why must we always move these collegiate tackles to guard?

    I am sure it has worked in the past, but recently? I don’t know of any.

    And don’t we need a RT direly right now? I trust the staff knows more than I do, so I will wait it out, but I would rather see Bergs pushing Barnes at RT.

  550. Seymour Bush Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    Wow Browns are for sale?
    ===================================

    Yeah. You might want to alert Jamista Brown. Maybe he can scrounge and sell a few more aluminum cans and buy the franchise.

  551. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:13 pm

    R8eray Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
    Raiders agreed to terms with third-round OG Tony Bergstrom on a four-year contract.
    The 95th overall pick, Bergstrom auditioned at left guard during rookie camp and could push for the starting job, competing with over-the-hill Cooper Carlisle. Bergstrom was mostly a tackle in college, so he’s learning a new position. He’s still considered a strong fit for the Raiders’ zone-blocking scheme.
    Source: Albert Breer on Twitter Jul 27 – 5:34 PM
    *****************************

    T Bergs we need ya man! We cant have to soft natured play of Carlisle start anymore….get that starting slot so we can cut his sorry ass!
    —————-
    Bergstrom may quickly be recognized for pan-caking dudes in the ZBS
    ************************

    Him and Veldheer plowing holes for dmac and company would be awesome

  552. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
    Oooh, looks like I may have to hit up the Pitt game in Oakland..hell yeah!
    ********************

    You better bring your silver and black self to the D lot and have a brew or three with the fam!
    ———————
    Hell yeah man, if all goes smooth I’ll get there, and beer is a must so I will hit up the D lot and meet the Nation!

  553. No Mas Diamante Says:

    Hope little wiz is ready for start of camp. Oline needs as much work as they can get.

  554. theghostronin79 Says:

    It may have to be the Pitt game so I can use these credits, should be a badazz game though for sure.

    ===============
    Yeah man, airfare is half the battle. Plane, hotel, food, game tix…..It’s a chunk “O” change to spend seein’ our boys in person. But if the WIN…..it’s worth every penny.

  555. Method To My Madness Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
    Why must we always move these collegiate tackles to guard?

    I am sure it has worked in the past, but recently? I don’t know of any.

    And don’t we need a RT direly right now? I trust the staff knows more than I do, so I will wait it out, but I would rather see Bergs pushing Barnes at RT.
    ****************8

    No you just afraid of that loser Carlisle being put in his rightful place on the bench or at home!

  556. DutchRaider77 Says:

    Wonder if the Criner’s contract delay is not the Amount of money, but the length of the contract? Does every rookie sign a 4 year deal?

  557. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I do like the idea of having a 26 year old “rookie” though, as far as O-line goes.

    We should be looking for more of his “ilk” in future drafts.

    Just seems like such a competitive advantage. Basically Jamarcus Russell was already released and out of the league, before he was of the age of Bergs starting his first camp.

  558. TxRaider210 Says:

    Him and Veldheer plowing holes for dmac and company would be awesome
    ====
    Yep all day, along with Brisiel.

  559. Seymour Bush Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Why must we always move these collegiate tackles to guard?

    I am sure it has worked in the past, but recently? I don’t know of any.
    =======================================

    Rob Gallery.

  560. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
    Oooh, looks like I may have to hit up the Pitt game in Oakland..hell yeah!
    ********************

    You better bring your silver and black self to the D lot and have a brew or three with the fam!
    ———————
    Hell yeah man, if all goes smooth I’ll get there, and beer is a must so I will hit up the D lot and meet the Nation!
    ***********************

    It’s your destiny

  561. Just Fire Baby Says:

    No you just afraid of that loser Carlisle being put in his rightful place on the bench or at home!

    *******************************

    I believe this is the 5th “staff” of Savage’s Raider career, and probably the most astute of the bunch.

    Whatever they roll with, I am on board. However, I think OUR buddy will be starting the season at LG.

  562. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Being a Met fan, baseball season is for all intents and purposes, over for me.

    Good season for my boys. Thought they’d lose 100 games. Harvey looked good last night.

    I’ll watch the races and the playoffs but I’m more excited about the Raider camp than I am about the 7th game of the World Series.

    Got to have me some Raider football.

  563. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Rob Gallery “worked”?

    We could have taken an oft-injured, slightly above average guard in the 5th round, instead of #2 overall.

  564. Raider O Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 10:25 am
    Don’t get Raider O started on Toffy, lol.

    I think he is going to be on every special teams unit, and block a punt this year.

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$
    Tollefson managed 5 sacks (career high) playing with Usi, JPP, and Tuck (the best DL in the NFL) He has 10 sacks in his entire career, so it’s amazing how some people think he is a solid pass rusher. I think TK, Houston, Seymour, Matt, Bryant, Burris, McClain, and our Ss are better pass rushers

  565. TxRaider210 Says:

    theghostronin79 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    It may have to be the Pitt game so I can use these credits, should be a badazz game though for sure.

    ===============
    Yeah man, airfare is half the battle. Plane, hotel, food, game tix…..It’s a chunk “O” change to spend seein’ our boys in person. But if the WIN…..it’s worth every penny.
    ———————
    Yeah I’m trying to save for the game now, hoping my current boss gives me a small severance package when I switch jobs, for the hard work I put in.

  566. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Mets fans can root for that Villaloba or whatever guy to break the pinch-hit single-season HR record.

    I think he might do it, lol!!

  567. Method To My Madness Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:23 pm
    I do like the idea of having a 26 year old “rookie” though, as far as O-line goes.

    We should be looking for more of his “ilk” in future drafts.

    Just seems like such a competitive advantage. Basically Jamarcus Russell was already released and out of the league, before he was of the age of Bergs starting his first camp.
    *******************************

    Better than Carlisle being soft anymore

  568. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:25 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
    Oooh, looks like I may have to hit up the Pitt game in Oakland..hell yeah!
    ********************

    You better bring your silver and black self to the D lot and have a brew or three with the fam!
    ———————
    Hell yeah man, if all goes smooth I’ll get there, and beer is a must so I will hit up the D lot and meet the Nation!
    ***********************

    It’s your destiny
    ———————
    It’d be an awesome early b-day gift if they whooped Pitt.

  569. Method To My Madness Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
    No you just afraid of that loser Carlisle being put in his rightful place on the bench or at home!

    *******************************

    I believe this is the 5th “staff” of Savage’s Raider career, and probably the most astute of the bunch.

    Whatever they roll with, I am on board. However, I think OUR buddy will be starting the season at LG.
    **********************

    And he will stink again

  570. Seymour Bush Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    Rob Gallery “worked”?

    We could have taken an oft-injured, slightly above average guard in the 5th round, instead of #2 overall.
    ===================================

    Just saying…..Gallery did play well for us at guard when they finally settled him in there. If it was me, I probably would have not moved him around and let him develop at LT.

  571. Raider O Says:

    3 sacks sounds right.

  572. Marks hair Says:

    549. logan mankins Lt switched to lg. Allpro

  573. Seymour Bush Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    Him and Veldheer plowing holes for dmac and company would be awesome
    ====
    Yep all day, along with Brisiel.
    ======================================

    Briseil is a very good player. I am really glad we signed him. That was a good move by Knapp.

  574. Method To My Madness Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 10:25 am
    Don’t get Raider O started on Toffy, lol.

    I think he is going to be on every special teams unit, and block a punt this year.

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$
    Tollefson managed 5 sacks (career high) playing with Usi, JPP, and Tuck (the best DL in the NFL) He has 10 sacks in his entire career, so it’s amazing how some people think he is a solid pass rusher. I think TK, Houston, Seymour, Matt, Bryant, Burris, McClain, and our Ss are better pass rushers
    *****************

    Tollefson sucks…..so does Kelly

  575. Just Fire Baby Says:

    If Gallery moving to guard is the answer to my question, I think my concerns have been substantiated.

  576. RaiderRockstar Says:

    Big Wiz gone means an increased workload for guys like Al Saunders, Justin Griffith & Nick Holz, right?

    I don’t think it all falls on Knapp & Pollack …

    teamwork, baby!!

  577. TxRaider210 Says:

    I’ll let Tollefson prove me wrong in Silver and Black, just thinking Reg will play to these guys strengths.imo

  578. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Briseil will end up being the best FA acquisition in this offseason, IMO.

    Maybe not as IMPORTANT as Bartell, due to depth issues, but that guy can play, and stays healthy.

  579. Marks hair Says:

    Bergs cant backpeddle/slide fast enough to play tackle in the nfl…
    Might make a good guard though.

  580. Twocents Says:

    J. Criner, “star” of the non-contact drills, is going to hold out. The “J” must stand for Jerk.

  581. theghostronin79 Says:

    Briseil is a very good player. I am really glad we signed him. That was a good move by Knapp.

    =================

    Yeah it was. People don’t think of O-Line too much when they see RB’s with big stats. But Briseil was blocking for Arian Foster…… He can play.

  582. TxRaider210 Says:

    Cowboys Sean Lee and Dan Conner will see what it’s like to get trucked my DMAC in a few weeks, and I’m sure DMoore and company will burn Claiborne a few times.

  583. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    The 95th overall pick, Bergstrom auditioned at left guard during rookie camp and could push for the starting job, competing with over-the-hill Cooper Carlisle.
    ================================================
    Over-the-hill Savage.

    Ouch.

  584. RaiderRockstar Says:

    the good news is, Frank Pollack played 9 years in the NFL as a grunt and has been coaching OL for 8 seasons (since 2005)

    he’s only 44 – not an old geezer – so he’s probably ready for this challenge

  585. TxRaider210 Says:

    I think Bergs will end up playing tackle and guard eventually in the NFL, as needed.

  586. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Bergs cant backpeddle/slide fast enough to play tackle in the nfl…
    Might make a good guard though.

    ****************************

    I am not too privy on the needed footwork of NFL lineman, so I’ll take your word for it.

    I just wish we had a better track history of moving Tackles to guard over the past 3-5 years.

    Hasn’t worked at all, it seems.

  587. J Hill Says:

    Can you block or not????

    I could swee the concern if we were talking about an OG moving to LT, but a frickin GUARD????

    Bergs will be fine.

  588. Dakota Says:

    Carl Nicks was a tackle in college and now a guard I think.

  589. RaiderRetribution Says:

    Bergstrom signed!

    According to raider nation times and silver and black pride web sites.

  590. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Didn’t Claiborne score a 4 on his Wonderlic??

    Call me crazy, but I am throwing some of our more complex route tree patters at him and see what happens.

  591. DutchRaider77 Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 10:25 am
    Don’t get Raider O started on Toffy, lol.

    I think he is going to be on every special teams unit, and block a punt this year.

    Sacks? I’ll put the over/under at 3 for the year.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$
    Tollefson managed 5 sacks (career high) playing with Usi, JPP, and Tuck (the best DL in the NFL) He has 10 sacks in his entire career, so it’s amazing how some people think he is a solid pass rusher. I think TK, Houston, Seymour, Matt, Bryant, Burris, McClain, and our Ss are better pass rushers
    *****************

    Tollefson sucks…..so does Kelly

    _________________________________________________

    I believe in Tolly, some of us are going to be eating Crow soon. I know “O” and Meth will be happy with their entree if it comes their way.

  592. Marks hair Says:

    Jfb. I already posted logan mankins. Lt in school. Allpro lg for ne..

  593. J Hill Says:

    Briseil will end up being the best FA acquisition in this offseason, IMO.

    ———————————————————–

    LOL!

    Thd guy who replaced Savage?????

  594. Just Fire Baby Says:

    That’s New England.

    They trot out collegiate QB’s at WR, than switch him to nickle corner in the middle of the season, and it seems to work.

    Talking about here, with us.

    Not saying Bergs won’t be a quality guard, just hear “moving him from collegiate tackle to guard” and it makes me flinch.

  595. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Thd guy who replaced Savage?????

    *************************

    Iron-sharpening iron, lol.

  596. TxRaider210 Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    Didn’t Claiborne score a 4 on his Wonderlic??

    Call me crazy, but I am throwing some of our more complex route tree patters at him and see what happens.
    —————–
    Jerry Jones pick man, typical of him. Claiborne will struggle big-time against big physical wr’s imo.

  597. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Didn’t the Giants send the Mets a pitching phenom in exchange for Beltran last year ?

    Who is that guy and what’s he up to ?

    Couldn’t stand Beltran and was overjoyed to see him go, was hoping the Giants sent the Amazins something decent.

  598. RaiderRockstar Says:

    Lakers reportedly showing interest in Jodie Meeks

    Kirilenko to Minny

    Raptors ink John Lucas III to deal

  599. Marks hair Says:

    I think bergs will be fine. He really mauled the guys he faced in school. And he’s stronger than coop. Plus he’s got maybe 4 yrs in the zbs?

  600. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    LMAO at Squeelers signing Brown to 5yr 42 million deal.

    Wallace’s head must be exploding.

  601. TxRaider210 Says:

    Damn that has to have Mike Wallace fuming!lol

  602. Just Fire Baby Says:

    ZAck Wheeler is who we traded, and he was supposed to be a stud.

    Have no idea what he is doing these days.

  603. Just Fire Baby Says:

    That’s how The Reggie is going to run things here soon enough.

    Make an offer to a guy, that is both the initial AND final offer.

  604. DutchRaider77 Says:

    LMAO at Squeelers signing Brown to 5yr 42 million deal.

    Wallace’s head must be exploding.

    __________________________________________________

    Crazy, wasn’t Wallace tendered at a one No. 1 pick? Thought someone was going to bite…must be asking for crazy amount of money.

  605. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    FEELIN’ NICE WITH BACARDI ON ICE

    Yo, getting hella wasted with a few bizzies I picked up at Jack N The Box

    These babes are all good to go, problem is I just rubbed one out a few hours ago to some classic Nina Hartley

    Yo, homegirl got back AND front (if you know what I am talking about) … (i’m talking about her boobs and va-jay-jay) … (and her butt cheeks)

    Anyway, will probably be able to pitch a healthy tent with a little attention from their combined tongues

    That’s what I call teamwork, holla

  606. TxRaider210 Says:

    Yep JFB, Reg will tell them “son, you need to grow in to this contract and manage that money”lol

  607. Raider O Says:

    Dutch,

    I hope you are right, and I will be more than happy eating crow, but I highly doubt it. He had 5 sacks playing with JPP, Usi, and Tuck. I think T Scott is a better pass rusher.

  608. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Don Reggie McCorleone

  609. Seymour Bush Says:

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    I think bergs will be fine. He really mauled the guys he faced in school. And he’s stronger than coop. Plus he’s got maybe 4 yrs in the zbs?
    =================================

    Bergstrom had a very good Senior Bowl week. That’s what boosted his stock. Going up against top competition he did well. We would expect him to continue to get better here.

  610. TxRaider210 Says:

    lol

  611. Just Fire Baby Says:

    T Scott got a raw deal with us.

    Was our best edge pass-rusher at times (although not saying a ton considering his peers at the time, but still) and he struggles for a month and they send him down to cover punts on the slop in Pittsburgh.

    Blows out his knee, never to be seen from again basically.

    Tough beat.

  612. KoolKell Says:

    However, behind the scenes officials were even more scathing about the Republican presidential hopeful, describing his visit as a ‘car crash’ and comparing him unfavourably to Sa@rah P@lin.

    Another official who met with the former Governor of Massachusetts said he was ‘apparently devoid of charm, warmth, humour or sincerity’.

    Even Conservative right-wingers, who traditionally back the Republicans, expressed dismay.

    MP Mark Pritchard said: ‘If he becomes President of the United States, he will perhaps be less casual in his language.’

    Another Whitehall official said of Mr Romney’s remarks: ‘What a car crash. We are speechless’ – with one aide saying the candidate was ‘worse than S@rah P@lin’, John McCain’s 2008 running mate who has a poor reputation in the UK.

  613. Marks hair Says:

    Anybody think we can steal revis & his holdout for a 1st? Throw in kelly..

  614. TxRaider210 Says:

    Seymour Bush Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:59 pm

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    I think bergs will be fine. He really mauled the guys he faced in school. And he’s stronger than coop. Plus he’s got maybe 4 yrs in the zbs?
    =================================

    Bergstrom had a very good Senior Bowl week. That’s what boosted his stock. Going up against top competition he did well. We would expect him to continue to get better here.
    ———————–
    I like Bergstrom because he plays mean and physical, likes to hit guys like DMAC, Branch, Burris etc.

  615. DutchRaider77 Says:

    Dutch,

    I hope you are right, and I will be more than happy eating crow, but I highly doubt it. He had 5 sacks playing with JPP, Usi, and Tuck. I think T Scott is a better pass rusher.

    ___________________________________________________

    No problem, that is the fun about the blog in the offseason. We can all throw out who we think are going to step up and who will fall down.

  616. TxRaider210 Says:

    Who will fall victim to TP’s first NFL stiff-arm on the Dallas D?

    I’ll take Claiborne.lol

  617. TxRaider210 Says:

    Marks Hair

    Don’t think anyone could pull Revis, and would Reg straighten his attitude?lol

  618. TxRaider210 Says:

    Rex Ryan is a proven knuckle-head, at best and I’d doubt he’d let his best DB part.

  619. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Yo Blog Brahs

    In case you haven’t heard, Krappy convinced his wife to rent them an apt. in Zurich in October

    Don’t worry, he’ll still be blogging all day and begging for political links

    Sweet vacation, huh. Holla

  620. TxRaider210 Says:

    Beeecher

    Can you find out who’s getting the free camp tix and selling them on Craigslist?lol

  621. Marks hair Says:

    How many bloggers got camp tix?

  622. Seymour Bush Says:

    DutchRaider77 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:38 pm

    I believe in Tolly, some of us are going to be eating Crow soon. I know “O” and Meth will be happy with their entree if it comes their way.
    ======================================

    Tollefson is a good situational pass rusher which basically is what Wimbley was. Tollefson is just $10mm a year cheaper and what none of you have said he is also a very good on coverage teams.

  623. The Big Banana Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
    YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

    Gentlemen! NFL camps are in session!

    Its officially Raider time…..I’m eager to have spirited discussions and debates about our 2012 campaign

    I’m sure it will get heated but all the petty issues of politics,race or any other distraction from our team needs to be cut the fk out…An occasional mention of other things happening in the world is cool but no long back n forth schit. I’ve been guilty of this for sure but will drop my current beefs for the time being because we are on a mission to end this drought of not being in postseason play!

    Let’s have some fun fellas, shall we?

    CODE BLACK 2012!

    ———

    B@uce! One Nation!

  624. KoolKell Says:

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    How many bloggers got camp tix?

    ————————————
    I got 2. whod’a thunk?

  625. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Tx

    DUDE, you know Krappy just typed craigslist.com into his googlie machine to find those tix

    Then all he has to do is get his spectacles on and run his wife’s credit card.

    Dreams of humping Wiz 2.0 are dancing in his head

  626. The Big Banana Says:

    Of course….all it takes is 1 bad loss for everyone to be at each other’s throats. Lol

  627. Method To My Madness Says:

    Woooooooooooooo A’s up 4-0 that fast…..Chris Carter witha super deep blast! Swingin A’s hittin most homers since all star break!

  628. TxRaider210 Says:

    oh schit lol

  629. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    How many bloggers got camp tix?

    ————————————
    I got 2. whod’a thunk?

    ———————

    Son of a ….

    Mark’s Hair, contact the FBI
    Tx, you’re on local police and fire

    I’ll get ahold of Amy-Cakes Trask and see how this security breakdown occurred

    And don’t forget to pray
    Pray hard

  630. Method To My Madness Says:

    Let’s Go Oakland! Baum Baum Baum Baum Baum!

  631. TxRaider210 Says:

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:23 pm

    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Marks Hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    How many bloggers got camp tix?

    ————————————
    I got 2. whod’a thunk?

    ———————

    Son of a ….

    Mark’s Hair, contact the FBI
    Tx, you’re on local police and fire

    I’ll get ahold of Amy-Cakes Trask and see how this security breakdown occurred

    And don’t forget to pray
    Pray hard
    ———————
    Got my Bible, fire-extinguisher and cheeseburger on standby.

  632. The Big Banana Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:14 pm
    Beeecher

    Can you find out who’s getting the free camp tix and selling them on Craigslist?lol

    ———-

    Yes, and please smack the stupid out of them.

  633. Method To My Madness Says:

    I got my camp tix as well…..going to the Friday one…then next day its A’s vs Blue Jays….and more than likely I’m going back to Napa on sunday!

    Next weekend will be pretty alright

  634. Method To My Madness Says:

    Oh yeah! Brandon Hicks goes deep inthe 2nd….5-0 A’s!

  635. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Blog Brahs, the Kelly family has secured practice tixs. This is a complete disaster.

    That means Brian the Genital will be changing grandpa Krappy’s diapers in the stands, distracting the players, who won’t be able to absorb new schemes

    Our chances of winning the West have suddenly gone from GOOD to PRETTY KRAPPY

  636. KoolKell Says:

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
    Blog Brahs, the Kelly family has secured practice tixs. This is a complete disaster.

    That means Brian the Genital will be changing grandpa Krappy’s diapers in the stands, distracting the players, who won’t be able to absorb new schemes

    Our chances of winning the West have suddenly gone from GOOD to PRETTY KRAPPY
    ———————————-
    Get a Life, Handfkr. Lol.

  637. Method To My Madness Says:

    Fk Zack Greinke traded to Angels

  638. Just Fire Baby Says:

    and what none of you have said he is also a very good on coverage teams.

    *****************************

    None of us????

  639. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Here’s the easiest way to make old troll Krappy run for the hills:

    Old Troll, remind us all again how much you hate name calling

    Classic

  640. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Greinke has between the ears issues.

  641. Method To My Madness Says:

    Something special is happening at 7000 Coliseum Way in Oakland,Ca….A’s have started push…Raiders are next and the Warriors shall follow

    LET’S GO OAKLAND

  642. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    Oh yeah! Brandon Hicks goes deep inthe 2nd….5-0 A’s!
    ——————–
    Never been a huge baseball fan, but saw Bo play with the Royals as a kid, followed him to the Nation and stuck with the plan.lol

  643. Method To My Madness Says:

    Vegas….yeah but a new lease on life can clear what’s between the ears sometime ya know

  644. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:39 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    Oh yeah! Brandon Hicks goes deep inthe 2nd….5-0 A’s!
    ——————–
    Never been a huge baseball fan, but saw Bo play with the Royals as a kid, followed him to the Nation and stuck with the plan.lol
    **********************

    Sounds like a plan!

  645. Method To My Madness Says:

    Kell….did you go to Raider Image in Oakland or in Hayward?

  646. TxRaider210 Says:

    Raiders are going to surprise teams this year, with coaching and personnel changes.

  647. Method To My Madness Says:

    Damn Davis just smashed Parker to right……5-1….no sweat

  648. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
    Raiders are going to surprise teams this year, with coaching and personnel changes.
    ******************

    Yes along with a few new faces and the sour taste from new year’s day loss to SD will fuel

  649. Method To My Madness Says:

    Wow…wait til you guys see the gift double play they gave the A’s….carter foot went off bag…but ump still called him out

  650. Raider O Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:00 pm
    T Scott got a raw deal with us.

    Was our best edge pass-rusher at times (although not saying a ton considering his peers at the time, but still) and he struggles for a month and they send him down to cover punts on the slop in Pittsburgh.

    Blows out his knee, never to be seen from again basically.

    Tough beat.
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

    He was our best pass rusher, and he was cheap. I liked T Scott a lot, and I think wr ruined his career.

  651. KoolKell Says:

    Well, it looks like were going to have the dirt infield a little bit longer this season.

  652. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
    Raiders are going to surprise teams this year, with coaching and personnel changes.
    ******************

    Yes along with a few new faces and the sour taste from new year’s day loss to SD will fuel
    ——————-
    You know DA is lickin his chops going against Norvster and Crennel. Fox is a decent coach imo.

  653. 909RaiderLifer Says:

    Vic Tafur @VicTafur 48m
    Was just told by someone in the know that rookie Juron Criner will definitely sign and be in @RAIDERS camp by Sunday. 1st practice is Monday
    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““

    Steve must have taken the lovely Mrs. Cork on a romantic get away to the Fresno Motel 6, before the start of camp….

  654. Method To My Madness Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
    Well, it looks like were going to have the dirt infield a little bit longer this season.
    *****************

    As if that is a problem Kell?…look OG…Oakland needs all the positive news possible

    Did it stop us in 2000,2001,and 2002 when both teams made the postseason?

  655. Dan78 Says:

    Lock the women and children

  656. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
    Raiders are going to surprise teams this year, with coaching and personnel changes.
    ******************

    Yes along with a few new faces and the sour taste from new year’s day loss to SD will fuel
    ——————-
    You know DA is lickin his chops going against Norvster and Crennel. Fox is a decent coach imo.
    ****************8

    I see AFC West coming down to end of the season like it has the last two years

  657. TxRaider210 Says:

    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!

  658. Dan78 Says:

    Raider Training Camp is about to start

  659. Method To My Madness Says:

    909RaiderLifer Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
    Vic Tafur @VicTafur 48m
    Was just told by someone in the know that rookie Juron Criner will definitely sign and be in @RAIDERS camp by Sunday. 1st practice is Monday
    “““““““““““““““““““““““““““

    Steve must have taken the lovely Mrs. Cork on a romantic get away to the Fresno Motel 6, before the start of camp….
    *******************8

    I’m dead lmao

  660. Dan78 Says:

    Lets smash the cowgirls!!!!!

  661. Raider O Says:

    We*

    He was great as a nickel pass rusher, but he was a liability against the run, and we tried to make him an every down RDE.
    A T Scott type is exactly what we need now to replace Wimbley IMO.

  662. KoolKell Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
    Well, it looks like were going to have the dirt infield a little bit longer this season.
    *****************

    As if that is a problem Kell?…look OG…Oakland needs all the positive news possible

    Did it stop us in 2000,2001,and 2002 when both teams made the postseason?
    ———–
    No problem at all.

  663. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!
    ****************

    All the players on team seem to say that about the dude…let’s see it translate to a model of winning in oakland

  664. TxRaider210 Says:

    Cowgirls going down, sounds good either way..lol

  665. Method To My Madness Says:

    Dan78 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
    Lets smash the cowgirls!!!!!
    *********************

    Dez Bryant i hope gets his knee clipped…he is a POS

  666. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Uh Oh, looks like Brian the Genital and KrappyRat are headed for another heated Kelly Family disagreement

    I’m hoping Krappy takes Brian to Zurich, great opportunity to mend fences

    Or at least provide us with a few laughs, holla

  667. Raider O Says:

    B,

    I agree that TK is not an asset against the run, but he can rush the passer. He has more sacks the last 2 years than any DT including Suh.

  668. Method To My Madness Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
    We*

    He was great as a nickel pass rusher, but he was a liability against the run, and we tried to make him an every down RDE.
    A T Scott type is exactly what we need now to replace Wimbley IMO.
    **************

    Maybe….but gotta move on…..Shaughnessy and whoever blitzing from the WLB better be ready

  669. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!
    ****************

    All the players on team seem to say that about the dude…let’s see it translate to a model of winning in oakland
    —————–
    After listening to DA more, he seems up to the task and ready to get these guys playing ball!

  670. KoolKell Says:

    The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:53 pm
    Uh Oh, looks like Brian the Genital and KrappyRat are headed for another heated Kelly Family disagreement

    I’m hoping Krappy takes Brian to Zurich, great opportunity to mend fences

    Or at least provide us with a few laughs, holla
    ————————————
    Ger a Life, Handfkr. Lol.

  671. Dan78 Says:

    Dez the motherf(beater)ucker

  672. Method To My Madness Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
    Well, it looks like were going to have the dirt infield a little bit longer this season.
    *****************

    As if that is a problem Kell?…look OG…Oakland needs all the positive news possible

    Did it stop us in 2000,2001,and 2002 when both teams made the postseason?
    ———–
    No problem at all.
    ***********************

    Alrighty then….becuz facts are the games that will be the most crucial for us the dirt infield wont even be there

  673. RaiderDuck Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:54 pm
    B,

    I agree that TK is not an asset against the run, but he can rush the passer. He has more sacks the last 2 years than any DT including Suh.

    =============================================

    The problem is that he makes way too much money for a third-down pass-rush specialist, but that seems to be his only position right now. A DT who can’t stuff the run is useless 2/3 of the time.

  674. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:55 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!
    ****************

    All the players on team seem to say that about the dude…let’s see it translate to a model of winning in oakland
    —————–
    After listening to DA more, he seems up to the task and ready to get these guys playing ball!
    ******************

    Younger guy who can more than likely relate to today’s players

  675. Dan78 Says:

    by the way, who slapped that ho?
    Dez he did.

  676. Method To My Madness Says:

    Dammit…smack shot to left and close play at plate…guy is safe…..cespedes almost got it…5-2

  677. Raider O Says:

    B,

    A lot of players will get cut to make the 53 roster, we have cap space, so who knows… Maybe we can add another CB and a nickel pass rusher (with speed). We need speed from the edge, and we don’t have that (talking about DEs not LBs).

  678. TxRaider210 Says:

    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:55 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!
    ****************

    All the players on team seem to say that about the dude…let’s see it translate to a model of winning in oakland
    —————–
    After listening to DA more, he seems up to the task and ready to get these guys playing ball!
    ******************

    Younger guy who can more than likely relate to today’s players
    ————–
    They say DA wasn’t the fastest DB in college, but had great instincts and was usually in the play. He can teach these guys, Bailey liked him.

  679. Method To My Madness Says:

    RaiderDuck Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:56 pm
    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:54 pm
    B,

    I agree that TK is not an asset against the run, but he can rush the passer. He has more sacks the last 2 years than any DT including Suh.

    =============================================

    The problem is that he makes way too much money for a third-down pass-rush specialist, but that seems to be his only position right now. A DT who can’t stuff the run is useless 2/3 of the time.
    *******************

    DT’s first and foremost important job is to stop the run….I dont get why people dont understand this

  680. Method To My Madness Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
    B,

    A lot of players will get cut to make the 53 roster, we have cap space, so who knows… Maybe we can add another CB and a nickel pass rusher (with speed). We need speed from the edge, and we don’t have that (talking about DEs not LBs).
    ************

    I bet Big Reg is already waiting for something to come available

  681. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:00 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:55 pm
    Method To My Madness Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
    Dennis Allen is a player’s coach, and it should show this year!
    ****************

    All the players on team seem to say that about the dude…let’s see it translate to a model of winning in oakland
    —————–
    After listening to DA more, he seems up to the task and ready to get these guys playing ball!
    ******************

    Younger guy who can more than likely relate to today’s players
    ————–
    They say DA wasn’t the fastest DB in college, but had great instincts and was usually in the play. He can teach these guys, Bailey liked him.
    **************

    Exactly what we need….he will become a household name…Raiders will make your ass famous

  682. J Hill Says:

    so a 40 yd TD run is the DTs fault, eh?

    LBs and last line of defense have nothing to do with that, right?

    Riiiigggghhhttttt

  683. J Hill Says:

    Who are th RBs in our division that we need to worry about over cats like Manning and Rivers?

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

    That front 4 will get it done!

  684. Method To My Madness Says:

    anyway….yall be good…and monday let the picking of the brains begin….im sure the semi pro action will be on point when the AM crew commences

  685. TxRaider210 Says:

    I’ll take DA’s word that the first couple years, he’ll work more with the D and show these guys a few things.

  686. Method To My Madness Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
    so a 40 yd TD run is the DTs fault, eh?

    LBs and last line of defense have nothing to do with that, right?

    Riiiigggghhhttttt
    **********************

    Who is the front line of defense?

  687. JB Says:

    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    How many bloggers got camp tix?
    *****************

    I got 4 VIP camp passes as a result of a Raider perk program they ran where any season ticket holder who paid before Jan 1, 2012 got VIP access on a 2 for 1 basis to training camp. My visit is scheduled for Aug 5 @ 2PM. Looking forward to it.

  688. KoolKell Says:

    Anybody read today’s Reggie interview with Monte Poole? He gives Hue credit for the offense.

  689. Method To My Madness Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:07 pm
    Who are th RBs in our division that we need to worry about over cats like Manning and Rivers?

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

    That front 4 will get it done!
    ***************

    Not consistently vs run with that middle and most def troubles pass rushing…..live in reality Jhill

  690. Method To My Madness Says:

    JB Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:08 pm
    Marks hair Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    How many bloggers got camp tix?
    *****************

    I got 4 VIP camp passes as a result of a Raider perk program they ran where any season ticket holder who paid before Jan 1, 2012 got VIP access on a 2 for 1 basis to training camp. My visit is scheduled for Aug 5 @ 2PM. Looking forward to it.
    **************

    I’m going friday for sure…and prolly sunday with Norco bob

  691. KoolKell Says:

    I’m going Fri Aug 3 rd, 2pm

  692. TxRaider210 Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Who are th RBs in our division that we need to worry about over cats like Manning and Rivers?

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

    That front 4 will get it done!
    ——————
    That could be a good look, if Sey plays nasty too.

  693. Method To My Madness Says:

    Jhill you still in the dark on the DT issue…you make every excuse for seymour and kelly and those guys just aint gettin it done vs the run…seymour has some track record of success…while kelly has always sucked

  694. Method To My Madness Says:

    KoolKell Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:10 pm
    I’m going Fri Aug 3 rd, 2pm
    ************

    hmmm…me too…guess we shall run into each other

  695. Method To My Madness Says:

    TxRaider210 Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:11 pm
    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Who are th RBs in our division that we need to worry about over cats like Manning and Rivers?

    Seymour Houston Kelly ShoNasty

    That front 4 will get it done!
    ——————
    That could be a good look, if Sey plays nasty too.
    ****************

    And who is your NT in that who can take on double teams effectively? None

  696. Method To My Madness Says:

    anyhow…i gotta run….yall have a great weekend

    Just Win

    Code Black 2012

  697. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Anybody read today’s Reggie interview with Monte Poole? He gives Hue credit for the offense.

    *******************

    Hue deserves credit for the offense, for the most part.

    Not only the big points he put up in 2010, but the inability to score in the red zone and the penalties in 2011.

  698. JB Says:

    Thought for the day: Who better to know the weaknesses of the Bronco’s defense? Dennis Allen should know the Bronco defense better than anyone. Our offense should have a field day against Denver. On the other side of the coin, he should also know the weaknesses and best way of attacking Denver’s offense. He used to scheme for it every day when practicing against the Denver offense.

    If I were Denver, I’d be very scared of what a Dennis Allen team could do against them.

  699. TxRaider210 Says:

    Don’t see Houston playing NT much, but he does have leverage.imo

  700. Raider O Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
    so a 40 yd TD run is the DTs fault, eh?

    LBs and last line of defense have nothing to do with that, right?

    Riiiigggghhhttttt
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$

    We should blame the entire defense and the DC for 40 yd TD runs, but unless you have a strong DL, you will give up 40 yd TDs runs and a 5 yards avg per carry.

  701. Just Fire Baby Says:

    so a 40 yd TD run is the DTs fault, eh?

    LBs and last line of defense have nothing to do with that, right?

    Riiiigggghhhttttt

    ****************************

    You know I agree with you on this stuff.

    However (in Stephen A voice) the D-line needs to make these RB’s move their feet a little, in not be in 3rd gear already as they are barely a few yards past the LOS.

    I think the system will fix that gliche rather easily.

  702. J Hill Says:

    In the past schemes, it was well known that the DTs were supposed to rush the QB and play the run on the way.

  703. Raider O Says:

    Have a great weekend B.

  704. JB Says:

    Players on the bubble this year:

    • McCheese
    • Huff
    • Seymour
    • Goethal
    • Houston
    • Carlisle (assuming he doesn’t get cut in camp
    • DMac)
    • Barnes

  705. J Hill Says:

    There is no Haloti Ngata on our team.

    We put in some fat arsee lane clogger, Peyton and Rivers will have all day to throw.

    A DT rotation of Houston, Kelly, and Ivey will be just fine.

  706. J Hill Says:

    CLEARLY the biggest issue with our defense was getting off the field on 3rd down.

    MUCH bigger issue than the DTs.

  707. TxRaider210 Says:

    Chucky B is a stinker

  708. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    Thec Says:
    July 26th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
    Thx classic Wiz, see ya at the parade…

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    I second the motion.

  709. Raider O Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:27 pm
    There is no Haloti Ngata on our team.

    We put in some fat arsee lane clogger, Peyton and Rivers will have all day to throw.
    $$$$$$$$$$

    What about the rest of the DL, the other 3 DL can’t rush the passer?!

  710. ENGLANDRAIDER Says:

    By Jerry McDonald – NFL Writer
    Thursday, July 26th, 2012 at 11:38 am in Oakland Raiders.

    A report on Profootballtalk.com is intimating Steve Wisniewski’s departure from the Raiders staff may have been more of a forced resignation that a decision of personal choice.

    There were no reason given for his exit just as the team was reporting to training camp, but it would be prudent to hold off on any speculation

    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

    LMFAO!

    Jerry McD wants to everyone to hold off on speculation!

  711. J Hill Says:

    What about the rest of the DL, the other 3 DL can’t rush the passer?!

    ————————————————————

    We are talking about the DTs.

    What does stop the run mean, O?

    NEVER letting the offense have an effective double team against him?

  712. TxRaider210 Says:

    I will drink a shot of whiskey tonight for….Mark Davis! Thanks for hiring a top tier GM in Reg!

  713. J Hill Says:

    Detroit and San Diego games to end the season …

    Are you really telling me our DTs ply against the run is what cost us the division?

    The 5 TDs we gave up against Buffalo was because of our DTs?

    Losing to Tim effin Tebow was on Seymour’s and Kelly’s inablity to hold off double teams????

    LMFAO!!!!

  714. J Hill Says:

    Arsee whoopin in GB on our DTs????

  715. Raider O Says:

    Raider O Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:34 pm
    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 5:27 pm
    There is no Haloti Ngata on our team.

    We put in some fat arsee lane clogger, Peyton and Rivers will have all day to throw.
    $$$$$$$$$$

    What about the rest of the DL, the other 3 DL can’t rush the passer?!
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
    We are talking about the DTs.

    What does stop the run mean, O?

    NEVER letting the offense have an effective double team against him?
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$
    What are you talking about?
    If we have a monster NT who demands double teams, guys like Seymour/ TK/ Bryant Houston, and Matt will have one on one matchups.

  716. Just Fire Baby Says:

    What happened to all those A’s updates I was getting?

  717. r8eray Says:

    Alright…I’m leaning towards week 9 vs the Bucs in section 106 Row 26!

  718. J Hill Says:

    What are you talking about?
    If we have a monster NT who demands double teams,

    ————————————————————

    What am I talking about????

    LOL!

    It’s a simple question ….

    What does “stopping the run” mean?

    Where is this monster DT coming from, lol?

  719. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Losing to Tim effin Tebow was on Seymour’s and Kelly’s inablity to hold off double teams????

    ***************************

    I’m sorry, but anytime you are coming off your bye week and have been home for almost a month, and you’re going against a guy making his 6th NFL start, and he completely hammers you, that is ENTIRELY on the coaching staff.

  720. TxRaider210 Says:

    Anyone pick up Bresnahan yet?

  721. TxRaider210 Says:

    http://oaklandpredator.wordpress.com/2012/01/01/chuck-needs-to-go/
    —————
    lol

  722. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Is this supposed to be the opening ceremony for a SPORTING EVENT, or some opening act for an off Broadway show?

    WTF is this??

    They should have just trotted out the Stones and everybody would have been happy.

  723. Missus Beeecham Says:

    HOLLA

  724. Missus Beeecham Says:

    Holla, come back here and i’ll give you that dolla.

    Holla is my girlfriends name. my ex could learn a thing or two from holla.

  725. Raider O Says:

    J,

    I’ll play, but I have to warn you bro, I’m fasting and I haven’t smoked or drank water all day.

    What does “stopping the run” mean?
    -it means you don’t allow 5 yards avg per carry.

    Where is this monster DT coming from, lol?
    - trade, draft, and FA.

  726. TxRaider210 Says:

    Ceremony is pretty creepy lol

  727. Raider O Says:

    There were a few available NTs in the draft, but Reggie decided to draft a 26 YO rookie OG.

  728. realtruraider Says:

    As long as Seymour can stay healthy and we can keep both him and Kelly fresh, we should be more than fine on the DL, thats the least of my concern.
    http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2012/3/27/2905756/richard-seymour-highlights

    Seymour was downright dominate when he was rested and healthy

  729. da trinity Says:

    Hey, ‘journalists’ when we getting an update about bergstrom signing contract.

  730. J Hill Says:

    I doubt that monster DT you are talking about was available in the 3rd rd.

    I’m sure you understand how the 2 big runs per game impact our avg, right?

  731. J Hill Says:

    You out there for this 1st pitch, JFB????

  732. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Locked and loaded partner

    Just watching these A’s-O’s madness. I think each bullpen is going to find a way to walk 8 guys.

  733. J Hill Says:

    Gawd damnnn!!!!

    Another commercial?????

    This series is for the division, JFB.

    We need a sweep!!!!

  734. Just Fire Baby Says:

    That Dodgers lineup looks a lot more potent with Hanley in the 5 hole.

    Still a lot of .250’s up and down it.

  735. Just Fire Baby Says:

    You HAVE to win 2 of 3.

    Can’t be trailing by 5 or 7 games in the loss column come Monday.

  736. Raider O Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 6:57 pm
    I doubt that monster DT you are talking about was available in the 3rd rd.

    I’m sure you understand how the 2 big runs per game impact our avg, right?
    $$$$$$$$$$$$$

    - I wanted Alameda Ta’amu who was available in the 3rd.
    - I understand how stats work, but I also watch the games, which is more important IMO.

  737. Raider O Says:

    Btw, even if accept your scenario, big runs are part of the game, so if you hold a RB for 3 YPC for the 1st 3 quarters, but you allow him to run wild in the 4th, you are just as useless as a defense that allows a constant 5 YPC IMO.

  738. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Bud Selig wants to implement instant replay on shots down foul lines.

    How you gonna do that on a ball the ump calls foul that was actually fair ?

    Just award the batter first base ? Many, if not most, of those balls would go for a double. Umps discretion ?

  739. Raider O Says:

    Results are the same. A defense that allows 100+ YPG rushing, and a 5+ YPC.
    Pathetic!!!

  740. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Bud Selig wants to implement instant replay on shots down foul lines.

    How you gonna do that on a ball the ump calls foul that was actually fair ?

    ***************************

    I agree 110%.

    Whatever happened to accepting that good and bad calls are part of the game?

    99% of the calls are correct anyways.

  741. J Hill Says:

    Not the ole “I watch the games” cliche.

    Who are the DTs out there stopping the run 90% of the time when you are “watching the games”???

  742. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Who is this pitcher for the Bums? Fife?

    Wasn’t he in A Tribe Called Quest?

  743. Raider O Says:

    Who are the DTs out there stopping the run 90% of the time when you are “watching the games”???
    $$$$$$$$$$$

    If I thought the DTs were stopping the run, then I don’t think we would be having this conversation.
    lol

  744. Raider O Says:

    It’s not a cliche, it’s a fact. Since I understand how stats work, I also understand how they can be manipulated to support both sides of the argument.
    Ask Chico to show you stats about Tebow being a great QB.
    LOL

  745. J Hill Says:

    To dismiss the big runs as “a part of the game” is not accurate.

    There is a reason why the visor came in and talked about the last line of defense.

    Stopping those big runs at 8-10 yds instead of 25 plus yd TD runs are CRUCIAL!!!!

  746. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Tebow holds multiple NFL records, lol.

  747. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Stopping those big runs at 8-10 yds instead of 25 plus yd TD runs are CRUCIAL!!!!

    *********************

    Co-sign.

    The folks we play are pro’s too, they are going to line up sometimes, fire off the ball perfectly, and EARN 8 yards on us.

    We have to end it there, or close to there at least. You can’t let 8 yard runs turn into 25 yard runs, and can’t let 25 yard runs turn into 60 yard runs.

  748. J Hill Says:

    Ok, O …

    DTs are a disaster.

    Meanwhile, why did we lose to Det and SD again? Lousy run defense?

    Got it.

  749. DJ Johnny Says:

    My problem is that every other sport outside football pales in comparison anymore.

    I used to be able to get into the day to day of baseball and I still do to a degree, but…it’s football that carries so much more impoetance.

    It’s not so much the game itself but the drama, fan rivalries, build up around it.

    What we need is for college to play AFTER the NFL season is over. Or…maybe this new USFL will garner some of my interest.

    Heck, i can actually get into some CFL action.

    Go Eskimos….or Argonauts.

  750. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Less “Missile” on the field = better back end results.

    Colts game we get abused consistantly on the run, was the beginning (and end) of the MM34 nickle LB era. Jax long run and KC long screen pass, MM34 was doing his 7 year old in the outfield not paying attention routine.

    He stinks.

  751. Just Fire Baby Says:

    9 to 9 in the 9th.

    This is like Independent league baseball, lol.

  752. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Here’s my cable guide’s description for the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics…

    The games begin with the Opening Ceremony at London’s Olympic Stadium. A celebration of the host country, the event is expected to feature an on-field British meadow; farmyard animals; a cricket match; and a performance by Paul McCartney.

    Question: WTF is an on-field British meadow ?

    Farmyard animals ?

    Sounds spectacular !

  753. Just Fire Baby Says:

    O’s closer faced 7, 6 reached and 4 scored.

    LOL!!

    A little late on the hook there Buck

  754. DJ Johnny Says:

    When you think about it, ALL this talk, debate, preparation, speculation, consternation, and prognostication about the NFL season and it all comes down to a total of about 48 total hours of action….and alot of that 48 hrs. is actually time in between plays, halftime, commercials, runs for no gain, garbage time at the end, etc. etc.

    Amazing this league can lock us in like this.

  755. Raider O Says:

    J Hill Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 7:39 pm
    Ok, O …

    DTs are a disaster.

    Meanwhile, why did we lose to Det and SD again? Lousy run defense?

    Got it.
    $$$$$$$$$$
    Allow me to correct you, DTs ate a disaster against the run, but they are great against the pass.

  756. Raider O Says:

    Are*

    Btw, our entire defense was a disaster last season. We couldn’t stop the pass or the run. Don’t forget about the bills game too. They ran and passed with no problems.

  757. Just Fire Baby Says:

    #754

    Nice little thought-provoker there.

    Yup, we spend all year round focusing in on about 45 minutes of actual “play”

  758. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Football should be an Olympic sport.

    Ronaldo McBadazz could carry the American flag and lead Team USA into the stadium.

  759. TxRaider210 Says:

    what sections in the Coliseum are the best bang for the buck gents?

  760. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Ah, I think I see the British meadow now.

  761. TxRaider210 Says:

    758 lmao

  762. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Rolando could change out of his skinny jeans right now and go win a few gold medals this week.

  763. DJ Johnny Says:

    Just to clarify that those 48 hrs. of total football time is just if you watch only one team.

    If you’re like me, you’re also watching alot of college games and all the “other” NFL action as well.

    Honestly it’s almost too much football all at once and it doesn’t take much to make me happy.

    I remember how bad we were going into that Pitt. game, and Gradkowski kept on coming back? Then that last second TD to Schilens? Even though our record still sucked i still came away feeling i’d just experienced a glorious “Autumn Wind” type of victory.

    As bad as we were, that game felt kind of special. The way Grads battled back…on the road…against Pittsburgh…Grads said “not today beyotches. Take your Terrible Towells and shove up yer azzes”.

  764. Just Fire Baby Says:

    There is a lot more seasoned vets than me on here, but I went to the Jets playoff game in the section below Mt. Davis and it was awesome.

    Went back with the same dude in the same seats for a day game, and baked my azz off in the sun, lol.

  765. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I was in the Hilton theater in Vegas for that Bruce game.

    There were tons of Steelers fans around, and after every one of their 4th quarter TD’s, I kept saying they left Bruce too much time, somewhat tongue-in-cheek but playing it up.

    Kept saying it up until the final score. Pleasant guys, they were fairly amused by it all, even after they lost.

    Must be nice to watch a few Super Bowl wins. You could let Bruce Gradkowski hose you at home, and still get a chuckle from the funny drunk guy sitting behind you.

  766. DJ Johnny Says:

    We should really expect more from our Raiders than a few paltry wins against teams we aren’t supposed to beat.

    Makes you appreciate the good times so much more though.

  767. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Man, this opening ceremony is lame.

  768. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Kemp just got AT & T’d.

    400 foot cans of corn

  769. wasbanned Says:

    DJ Johnny Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    My problem is that every other sport outside football pales in comparison anymore.

    I used to be able to get into the day to day of baseball and I still do to a degree, but…it’s football that carries so much more impoetance.

    It’s not so much the game itself but the drama, fan rivalries, build up around it.

    What we need is for college to play AFTER the NFL season is over. Or…maybe this new USFL will garner some of my interest.

    Heck, i can actually get into some CFL action.

    Go Eskimos….or Argonauts.
    …..

    I’ll watch CFL, Arena, USFL, NCAA, or High School… anything that remotely resembles football.

    Just can’t really get into other sports. I like NHL,NBA, and MLB once the playoffs start, but that’s because their playoffs last almost as long as the entire NFL season.

  770. Just Fire Baby Says:

    There’s the Jordanian team.

    Not as hairy looking as I envisioned.

  771. Just Fire Baby Says:

    So the KENYAN flag bearer is white?

    And a swimmer?

    (I can’t…..I can’t do it)

  772. DJ Johnny Says:

    JFB,

    So the Pitt. fans were in decent spirits after that game? Lol.

    I was even doing jumping jacks after Chris Carr ran back that int. during that 2-14 nightmare season under Art Shell.

    Always nice to beat them no matter what.

    We do actually own the all time head to head against them….reg season.

  773. Raider O Says:

    ROFLMAO Chico.

  774. 8RaiderReign8 Says:

    Just Fire Baby Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 8:16 pm
    So the KENYAN flag bearer is white?

    And a swimmer?

    (I can’t…..I can’t do it)
    ______________________

    Its okay… You get a pass on this one

  775. J Hill Says:

    Damn!!!

    Thought we might finally be rid of that dumptruck Loney?

  776. J Hill Says:

    Right on queue, lol!

    Phuuccccc Loney is KILLING us!!!!

  777. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I was even doing jumping jacks after Chris Carr ran back that int. during that 2-14 nightmare season under Art Shell.

    ************************

    I believe that was a HOME GAME, that we got like 6 turnovers, and still barely won.

    Ahhhh…..the Bed and Breakfast offense days.

  778. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Never understood how Loney could be 6′5, 235 pounds and hit like he is a 180 pound diabetic.

    Does he even have 25 home runs the last couple of years?

  779. Just Fire Baby Says:

    LOL at Hairston

    I love our park

  780. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    Thought I was getting the live version of the opening. From JFB’s comments I know realize it’s Memorex.

  781. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I think the “live” opening ceremony was like 8 hours ago.

  782. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    The Queen looks like a mean old bird.

  783. J Hill Says:

    Couple Loney with Uribe and you should EASILY see why I say I can live with Gordon at short to get Hanley’s bat on the corner.

  784. J Hill Says:

    AT’Td right back at ya, lol!

    That’s 3 runs in LA.

  785. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    UK is what, 8 hours ahead of Pacific time ?

  786. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Kemp can play can’t he?

    400 foot opposite field shots, chasing down flies and crashing into walls, etc.

  787. Just Fire Baby Says:

    99,

    What country are you on?

  788. J Hill Says:

    I like this Cruz kid at SS, JFB.

  789. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    No countries yet.

    Just saw the Industrial revolution crap and some deaf kids singing G-d save the Queen.

  790. Just Fire Baby Says:

    No countries yet.

    Just saw the Industrial revolution crap and some deaf kids singing G-d save the Queen.

    *************************

    LOL!!

    Got great news for you, you only have about 3 hours to go.

  791. KoolKell Says:

    The “Industrial Revolution” show was awesome!

  792. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    This really is pretty bad. Chins did a much better job.

  793. J Hill Says:

    YEAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  794. J Hill Says:

    YEAH BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  795. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Fife did me in!!!

    2 outs, nobody on, you got to get the pitcher out.

  796. RAIDERMAN99 Says:

    I tune in to watch John Carlos raising a clenched fist or George Foreman waving the American flag – and instead I’m getting celebrations of Harry Potter and Mary Poppins.

    Well, at least they haven’t started murdering the Israelis yet.

  797. J Hill Says:

    We just lost 2 games in St Louis effin around with the pitcher.

    I feel your pain, lol.

  798. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I’m on the S’s, and that Solomon Island “female” weightlifter was highly suspect.

  799. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Look at Ga-Soft being the flag bearer for Spain!!!!

    What a goober.

  800. Raider O Says:

    Mr. Bean!!!!!!

  801. mcfadden20. Says:

    Off topic but go A’s keep rolling , keep winning :)

  802. J Hill Says:

    YES SUURRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  803. Just Fire Baby Says:

    Looks like we are going to have to hope for Jensen to implode again in the 9th.

  804. r8eray Says:

    Looks like the Dodgers found the Giants G spot !

    ;)

  805. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    Mr. Bean is the greatest

    He actually kinda reminds me of Krappy

    The only differences are he’s not extremely overweight, completely broke, or married to a woman with a bowl cut

    Otherwise they each crack me up the same

    Just keepin’ it real

  806. Just Fire Baby Says:

    WTF is up with our creepy Navy Seal/Russian trooper hats?

    First we make them in China, then we make them look like we were stand-ins for the movie Red Dawn.

    Awesome!!!!

  807. Just Fire Baby Says:

    I mean, nobody wears berets here, so why would we go to an Olympic festival and have everyone wear one?

    Should we have the dudes from Poland wear sombrero’s? Maybe the chicks from Qatar can wear skirts?

  808. The Beeech Dawg Says:

    These British hizzies all gotta have stanky cooters

    I’d probably get up and in that black ho, but my nads would smell like sausage for a week

    Gots to keep it real

  809. DJ Johnny Says:

    Ok, apparently there are some possible “issues” in regard to the Criner not signing thing.

    “Bergstrom has a first-year allotment of $516,504 with a first-year minimum allotment of $512,504 and non-guaranteed base salaries of $390,000, $480,000, $570,000 and $660,000 on his four-year contract with a maximum signing bonus of $506,016. Perhaps the hangup was about the amount of the bonus.

    If true, perhaps that is also the snag for Criner, who shined in OTAs and minicamp and has a first-year allotment of $426,140 with a first-year minimum allotment of $422,140 and non-guaranteed base salaries of $390,000, $480,000, $570,000 and $660,000 on his four-year contract with a maximum signing bonus of $144,560.

    “Contract negotiations are like being pregnant,” Criner’s agent, Peter Schaffer, told CSNCalifornia.com earlier Friday. “Either you is, or you aint. Can’t be kind of pregnant.

    “He’s not allowed to practice until he has a signed contract. So he’s not allowed to report until then.”

    -

    So cuz Criner made a few nice catches in OTA’s he’s already getting a big head about it and he and/or his agent thinks he deserves more bonus $$$.

    When’s the last time a 5th round draft pick held out for more $$$?

  810. DJ Johnny Says:

    808.The Beeech Dawg Says:
    July 27th, 2012 at 9:12 pm
    These British hizzies all gotta have stanky cooters

    I’d probably get up and in that black ho, but my nads would smell like sausage for a week

    Gots to keep it real

    It’s tuff to get that sausage stench out. Might have to run an air-o-nizer downstairs.

    You might need a long extension chord if you go out on the Tacobro though.

  811. 408RAIDER Says:

    Best post ever! I luv wiz!

  812. r8eray Says:

    I think Vegas went to bed….. #thinkblue !

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