McClain getting the message loud and clear
By Steve Corkran
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012 at 1:26 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Media aren’t the only ones that find it difficult getting Raiders middle linebacker Rolando McClain to be more outgoing and communicative. Raiders coaches are doing double time in an effort to get McClain to assert himself as a leader and the linchpin of the defense.
In a rare interview, McClain said Monday that he is open to a heightened role, even if it means stepping out of his comfort zone.
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
McClain said his teammates are making it easier on him to be more vocal and to do more than lead by example, which is the method McClain prefers.
In McClain, the Raiders see a bright, young, talented player who has yet to realize his potential or play at the level commensurate with the No. 8 pick of the NFL draft.
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workout. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
Allen also wants McClain to improve in his pass coverage. The Raiders, of course, can help out by not asking McClain to cover Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson or former San Diego Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson on post routes.
So far, McClain has proven adept at blitzing and covering receivers in the flat in his two NFL seasons. Beyond that, the knock on him is that he too often guesses wrong, jumps in the wrong gap and gets out of position on both run and pass plays.
There’s a faction that believes the Raiders used McClain the wrong way the past two seasons. To that, McClain said, he isn’t sure what to make of how he has been used so far.
“I don’t know,” McClain said. “Of course, I was in a 3-4 with coach (Nick) Saban and I did pretty well. But I’m just playing whatever they ask me to play and play that to the best of my ability, do the best I can and help make this defense better.”
McClain was referring to his standout days at Alabama, when he anchored the Tide defense and received the Butkus Award as the nation’s top linebacker.
Allen said the Raiders defense will be more “multiple” this season, meaning they will incorporate the 3-4 and more blitzing into their overall scheme. Those changes figure to bode well for McClain.
When asked to assess his play last season, McClain refused to use injuries as an excuse for his uneven play last season.
“I’m not going to put an injury on anything,” McClain said. “I’m just saying that I didn’t play to the best of my ability and neither did our defense. We all can improve. It starts here with training camp. We came in with the right attitude in terms of we’re looking to improve. So, let’s start with that.”
Backup safety Mike Mitchell said McClain has learned from his off-field transgressions the past year or so and that McClain is primed for a big season.
Before you discount that as a possibility, consider the quantum leaps taken in their third season by former Raider cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha and current wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey.
“He’s just more mature,” Mitchell said. “You got to think, when he first got drafted, he was 21 years old. So, he’s a very young guy. The changes that you see are just a boy becoming a man.
“You won’t see nothing but good things coming from Ro. He’s learned from everything that’s happened from him. He’s learned from being in the league two years. It’s going to be a big year for him. I’m really excited.”
The odds of McClain making a precipitous jump this season seem to skyrocket when you take into account the scheme change. Mitchell agrees.
“I think so,” Mitchell said. “But, again, I’m not Ro. He controls what he does. I’m 100 percent confident in him. This is the best shape he’s ever been in. Coach gave us weights that we had to report at for the first time. He looks really good. He was killing the conditioning test. You saw him flying around today. The kid’s a beast.”
During the 5-minute-plus interview, McClain was engaging, introspective and even funny, at times. Team employees have worked hard in the past to get McClain to speak to the media and, by extension, the fans. To little avail.
It didn’t help that during McClain’s rookie season, then-coach Tom Cable, according to McClain, told McClain that he didn’t have to speak with the media, which is against league rules and places McClain at risk of being fined $25,000 for each violation.
Former Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon spoke with the Raiders players Sunday about the importance of speaking with the media. It remains to be seen whether that resonated with McClain. Here’s to hoping that McClain comes out of his shell, for he is one of those players who actually has something to say that is worth hearing and reading.
Time will tell. When asked at the end of the interview, whether the media were growing on him, McClain said, “No, I wouldn’t say that.”
The Raiders, of course, are more concerned about McClain growing on the field. Not even McClain has a strong take on whether the fans, his teammates and coaches have seen the best of McClain.
“I don’t know,” McClain said. “I guess we’ll see. Like I said, I don’t know. I’m not big on individual stats. The most important thing is for the defense to be great. That’s why they drafted me, to bring the defense up and make plays. That’s what I’m striving to do.”
Let’s start with that, as he said.
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July 31st, 2012 at 1:28 pm
Raiders
July 31st, 2012 at 1:28 pm
The GOP is doing what the Dems did in 2004: picking an extremely weak, charisma-less candidate, and running him with the slogan “I’m Not the Incumbent.” I doubt it will work any better this time around.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:30 pm
He Better Be
July 31st, 2012 at 1:31 pm
Better late than never.. Go RAIDERS!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:32 pm
Yo, just toked a phat doobie while my dode soaks in a cup of cool Sangria
Probably start to bust out some lyrics pretty soon, getting inspired by the Boyz N Blue’s big makeover, eventual World Championship comin’ down the 101
But the jam will probably be way more about my awesome schlong, fyi
July 31st, 2012 at 1:32 pm
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself.
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Except of course when he is discharging weapons right next to some dudes dome.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:32 pm
Right now today if you bet $100 on the current president to win and he did you would win $58.40.
If you bet $100 that Mitt would win in November and he did you would win $148.32.
So as you can see the odds makers in Vegas are saying that the current president will win.
Whatever I am voting Independence anyways I will not vote for either of those parties as I hate them both equally.
It took both parties to get us into this mess over the last 80 years so I blame them both!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:32 pm
I posted this in the previous update. But something tells me it will apply here.
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People still ripping on Ford and DHB huh?
What a bunch of idiots you all are. Seriously, you guys rip on our own players more than the Chief or Bronco fans do.
Guys like Romac deserve some negativity, but even he gets 10x the amount of crap he deserves. The guy played hurt all last year and has to constantly try and make up for athletes posing as OLBs. The guy didnt just stop knowing how to play football when he got to Oakland.
Ford has won us games. And DHB has the work ethic of a Jerry Rice. All it is going to take is one small mis-step and this years flavor-of-the-month (DMoore) will be on all of y’alls chitlist. Some if you guys need to check which colors you actually bleed.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:33 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:32 pm
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself.
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Except of course when he is discharging weapons right next to some dudes dome.
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Allegedly.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:34 pm
“The GOP is doing what the Dems did in 2004: picking an extremely weak, charisma-less candidate, and running him with the slogan “I’m Not the Incumbent.” I doubt it will work any better this time around.”
You are one smart SOB Duck!
Again you nailed it!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:36 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:28 pm
The GOP is doing what the Dems did in 2004: picking an extremely weak, charisma-less candidate, and running him with the slogan “I’m Not the Incumbent.” I doubt it will work any better this time around.
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Are Americans satisfied with the direction of the country? Clearly not. But are we better off than we were 3 and a half years ago?? Absolutely. And when most voters find out that the conservative plan is to do EXACTLY what ruined the economy in the lst place they are not going to go with Romney. Which will cause a revolt among conservatives. The GOP convention is going to look a lot like the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago. Except all the rioting will be inside the arena.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:37 pm
Wonder if MM34 considers himself a beast too?lol
July 31st, 2012 at 1:37 pm
What a complete joke this article is…..
Steve is drinking the Kool Aid in NAPA.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:40 pm
This is actually nothing but a re-hash of an article written by Monte Poole earlier.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:41 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 12:57 pm
Nerds, after a busy couple days of humping hot hizzies, smoking hella weed and thumpin’ blog goofs, I’ve decided to spend today taking care of my lovely weiner
That involves a nice long soak in the hot tub, applying exotic ointments and then a few spritzes of Drakkar Noir
Repeat x16
The Beeech Lawg should be ready for going bareback on strippers this weekend, keep them fingers crossed
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exotic ointments meaning some salve he got from the doctor from paying the 49 yr-old stripper w/ 5 kids to “ride bareback” on him.
could this guy be more pathetic? constantly telling a bunch of dudes about his little weiner. this dude is a closet-case. guaranteed.
note how often he likes to talk about my “nob”.
LOSER!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:41 pm
let’s see how many of u can come up with a rap about lame b#tch dog nuts is.
b#tch dog, always licking his balls
applying for jobs at all of the malls
an internet partier, raising the roof
but we all know he’s a reality goof
sitting alone in his hole-y underpants
coming up with his ridiculous rants
smoking his make-believe dope
he likes to be tied up with a rope
an S&m creep in a leather mask
beating off to pictures of amy trask
a little pathetic middle aged guy
remembering that one time the cool guys let him get high
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
As for this piece on Romac…
…I dont know if its going to work trying to make him something he isnt. He’s a quiet guy. That is who he is. To change that is going to be difficult.
I think we should be looking for Branch to be our vocal leader on the D. But then again, that’s like asking a WR to be the leader of a football team, and we know how that ended in Dallas with TO. The QB and the MLB pretty much have to be the leaders of a defense. Maybe a DE can step in and be that guy, like Strahan was, but we dont have that guy on our team at the moment so Romac is going to have to step out of his comfort zone. I hope it works, I doubt it will.
Im not saying get rid of him, but I am saying that if we want to go more 3-4 in the future, we need another ILB that can be a leader. Because currently, our other ILB is Curry and he definitely is more of a soldier than leader.
Maybe Burris can pick up the role.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
Then Monte Poole is full of it too….
What is going on?
Are all of our media guys becoming BFF’s with the Raiders now?
Corporate BS!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
the above rap was the winner from yesterday when b#tch dog wanted to battle. his attempt so hilariously stupid, i think he seriously is retarded.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
“He’s just more mature,” Mitchell said. “You got to think, when he first got drafted, he was 21 years old. So, he’s a very young guy. The changes that you see are just a boy becoming a man.
“You won’t see nothing but good things coming from Ro. He’s learned from everything that’s happened from him. He’s learned from being in the league two years. It’s going to be a big year for him. I’m really excited.”
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Mike Mitchell is the one sticking up for McLame?? Ooooh boy. Let’s get the waiver wire fired up. When are first cuts?
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
From ScaryMac
DMAC injury history
Running back Darren McFadden’s health issues through four seasons, accounting for 19 missed games:
2008: Right and left turf toe. Missed weeks 8-9-10.
2009: Arthroscopic knee surgery. Had postseason shoulder surgery. Missed weeks 5-6-7-8
2010: Hamstring, knee. Missed Weeks 5-7-17
2011: Mid-arch sprain. Missed Weeks 9 through 17. Broken orbital bone in training camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:43 pm
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
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Fighting with yourself? hope you don’t shoot near your own head!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:43 pm
i think mcclain with get it 2gether…..maybe wishful thinking
July 31st, 2012 at 1:43 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
As for this piece on Romac…
…I dont know if its going to work trying to make him something he isnt. He’s a quiet guy. That is who he is. To change that is going to be difficult.
I think we should be looking for Branch to be our vocal leader on the D. But then again, that’s like asking a WR to be the leader of a football team, and we know how that ended in Dallas with TO. The QB and the MLB pretty much have to be the leaders of a defense. Maybe a DE can step in and be that guy, like Strahan was, but we dont have that guy on our team at the moment so Romac is going to have to step out of his comfort zone. I hope it works, I doubt it will.
Im not saying get rid of him, but I am saying that if we want to go more 3-4 in the future, we need another ILB that can be a leader. Because currently, our other ILB is Curry and he definitely is more of a soldier than leader.
Maybe Burris can pick up the role.
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Burris will bring the intensity and leadership by example that they need imo.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:44 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
the above rap was the winner from yesterday when b#tch dog wanted to battle. his attempt so hilariously stupid, i think he seriously is retarded.
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It’s not her fault. After the abuse her stepdad and “Uncle Mike” did to her you can’t really blame her for mumbling incoherently and repeating the same tired things over and over.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:45 pm
I don’t have a problem with McClain being our Starting Middle LB’er….
But don’t tell me he should be a friggin leader….
We don’t need men who are ignorant enough to follow this “KID” and his example on or off the football field.
WOW….
July 31st, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Even McClain himself agrees with me…..LOL
July 31st, 2012 at 1:46 pm
could this guy be more pathetic?
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No. Actually she can’t be more pathetic. Or boring either.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:47 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:44 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:42 pm
the above rap was the winner from yesterday when b#tch dog wanted to battle. his attempt so hilariously stupid, i think he seriously is retarded.
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It’s not her fault. After the abuse her stepdad and “Uncle Mike” did to her you can’t really blame her for mumbling incoherently and repeating the same tired things over and over.
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i know. i feel sorry for it. but it’s amazing that it doesn’t realize how lame it is. unintentionally hilarious.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:48 pm
Cant wait to see this defence in action.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:48 pm
DEAR MEN IN NAPA,
WTF are you doing?
Figure out that using the media to control perception will not work.
Those days are over…..
You do not have and will not have this control.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:48 pm
this is the make or break it year for Romac and MM34.
As for politcs, Kerry and Rom are twins. I told you so many months ago and I will tell you again. You can’t win because I’m not that other guy.
W was charmer even though he wasnt bright. Americans love being charmed.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:49 pm
i have stated for a long time that i think mcclain is basically a punk and i’m not a believer. however, he is young, and does have big ability if he could turn it around. i suppose it’s possible for someone to do but it’s rare.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:49 pm
that stuff is funny as heck Rob Raider. Good job.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Nob Raider, whut up minion?
Pretty sure you ran for the hills for a few months after receiving my all star Beeech Diggity Beat Down yesterday!
Normally you need that much time to lick your wounds, holla
Nerd, I order you to post your losing rap 10 more times today! My Blog Brahs and I simply can’t get enough!
Seriously, we all bust a gut each time you trot that hysterical lyric bomb out for our amusement
Let the Nob Trainwreck continue!
WRECKS N FULL EFFECT
July 31st, 2012 at 1:53 pm
Good …I’m thrilled, Coach Allen and the other coaches are breaking Ro out of his shyness of not wanting to be a leader because dude picked the wrong profession to be shy. Shyness is not understood in a violent sport…well use to be violent sport…the Commish is trying to soften this sport lately. Thanks for thee update Cork!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:55 pm
He can turn his career around all he wants…I hope he does. We all make mistakes, we were all young and dumb.
That’s not the point.
The point is that the Staff wants McClain to NOW be a vocal leader in the midst of his troubles.
Who makes these decisions?
Better still, what YES men/Coaches in the meeting room agreed with this decision?
What’s the matter, no one wants to ROCK the BOAT?
Here’s some advice: “Rock the Boat or WATCH it SINK”
July 31st, 2012 at 1:55 pm
the worst football commercial ever is still on tv.. the get on the bus commercial with nfl players on a bus with little kids while little kids sing along to some god awful noise.. it cuts through me and burns my insides like a red hot knife..
July 31st, 2012 at 1:56 pm
Goldie, go pour yourself another glass of the Napa Valley and sell crazy someplace else….
July 31st, 2012 at 1:56 pm
1) b!tch dog LOVES talking about my “nob”
2) u have NEVER issued anything close to a beatdown. u just say u are and leave it at that. u never even try to say anything. stupid.
3) i’ve never heard anyone say they liked u. u have no “brahs” which when said, is always a sign of a d-bag, and/or closet case.
4) wrexx n effect and almost all of ur music that u like is some of the most pitiful crap ever. actual cool guys like myself have always laughed at people who like ur lame stuff. i mean wrexx n effect? that’s ur attempt at aligning urself w/ hip-hop? they were a joke when “rump shaker” was out in ‘93.
put ur leather mask on and go beat off while looking out the window.
July 31st, 2012 at 1:57 pm
aig-raiders Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:49 pm
that stuff is funny as heck Rob Raider. Good job.
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You know you’re getting creamed on the blog when AIG, The Asian Meltdown Machine, jumps on your jock
Lovin’ it, holla back mo dizzles
PUFFIN’ THIS BLUNT, AND I SAY WHUT WHUT?
July 31st, 2012 at 1:58 pm
Well said BSPS. Rock that boat or watch it sink!
July 31st, 2012 at 1:58 pm
37. Do you think romac being our vocal leader will lead to more shootings or somethin?lol
July 31st, 2012 at 1:59 pm
You don’t break a grown man out of shyness surrounded by ALPHA males.
You act like you are breaking a horse.
Who care’s if McClain is SHY?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm
have u guys ever seen some of the losers who “hang out” on the beach in LA? i mean meth heads, panhandlers, and b!tch dogs are about what u get.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm
backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:56 pm
Goldie, go pour yourself another glass of the Napa Valley and sell crazy someplace else….
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huh? baffled
July 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Hehehe!
O you would just love to see Shane in a torn-up, greasy ass wife-beater with Sham-Wow in hand hittin’ up folks at the local AM/PM for a window wash while the wife and kiddies sit nearby, huddled and shivering near a make shift fire of twigs and rolled-up newspapers!!!
You my friend are a real humanitarian!
LOL!
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Raider O Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 8:43 am
Dave,
LOL
Lechler is injured and he may join Curry on the PUP list. Great value for $5.75 million against the cap. How hard is it to kick a ball?!
I can’t help it, I love Germans and their products. Time to buy a Shamwow!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Looking at the depth chart, they created competition at every position, but I think it’s pretty obvious how it will play out. Here’s how I hope our team shakes out. It’s 57 players by my count. Drop a TE, DT, a CB, and maybe the backup C and that makes 53.
Tight End
Z. Miller (if Seattle cut him)
B. Myers
D. Ausberry
R. Gordon
Left Tackle
J. Veldheer
Z. Hurd
Left Guard
C. Carlisle
T. Bergstrom
Center
S. Wisniewski
C. Miller
Right Guard
M. Brisiel
A. Parsons
Right Tackle
K. Barnes
J. Barksdale
Wide Receiver
D. Moore
D. Heyward-Bey
J. Ford
E. McGee
J. Criner
R. Streater
D. Calhoun
Quarterback
C. Palmer
M. Leinart
T. Pryor
Running Back
D. McFadden
T. Jones
M. Goodson
Fullback
M. Reece
O. Schmitt / M. Tonga
Left Defensive End
L. Houston
D. Tollefson
Left Defensive Tackle
R. Seymour
D. Bryant
Right Defensive Tackle
T. Kelly
T. Ivey
C. Bilukidi
Right Defensive End
M. Shaughnessy
J. Crawford
Left Outside Linebacker
P. Wheeler
K. Burnett
Middle Linebacker
R. McClain
T. Goethel
Right Outside Linebacker
A. Curry
M. Burris
Left Cornerback
S. Spencer
D. Van Dyke
B. McCann
Free Safety
M. Huff
M. Giordano
Strong Safety
T. Branch
M. Mitchell
Right Cornerback
R. Bartell
C. Chekwa
P. Lee
Long Snapper
J. Condo
Kicker
S. Janikowski
Punter
S. Lechler
July 31st, 2012 at 2:01 pm
“Actual Cool Guys Like Myself”
BLOG QUOTE OF THE YEAR NOMINEE
Brahs, I was going to bag on all the rest of Nob’s hysterical post, but there’s really no need
Just sit back, and soak this one in …
btw Nob – my and the rest of the PM Party Partrol will NEVER let you live this flame out down. NEVER
RASTA GANJA LIVIN’ LARGE WITH SHAQ O NEAL & PAPA THE SARGE
July 31st, 2012 at 2:02 pm
according to the american kennel club, b!tch dogs are:
“the dumbest, mangiest, and dirtiest dogs known to man. it’s very hard to breed them, as they usually can’t get excited except for other male dogs.”
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
I dont know what to think of mcclain he seems to have loads of talent but little results on the field. I believe the defensive scheme change will allow him to be the player we envisioned and the same can be said for Micheal Huff I’m looking for breakout years from both these guys. I expect the defense to be in the top ten.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
I care that Ro is shy! He chose the wrong profession. Ro should’ve chosen to be a librarian if he wanted to be shy. The NFL stands for “Not For Long” when it comes to being shy! There are No shy leaders in a violent sport. Get over the shyness.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
The question is will Goethel stay healthy for the year? I dont like our MLB depth chart at all.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
If we were working with horses….
If we are going to HELP McClain on and off the field this type of technique is the absolute WRONG approach….force him out of his shyness….
Watch this video and learn something….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTqDfb-QhNg
July 31st, 2012 at 2:06 pm
b!tch dog–there is no such thing as ur stupid club. no one here likes u. they all just ignore u. i’m the only one who responds b/c i have a weakness for tossing u around and making fun of u. ur like a really stupid movie. it’s unintentionally hilarious and fun to make fun of. but then it starts to get boring and u just hope it goes away.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:07 pm
now talk about my “nob” again h0mo.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:07 pm
Am I the only one that caught where DMC said he was a little sore after the first day of camp? Am I the only one worried by this?
I love the guy and I stuck up for him regarding sitting out last year but damn. He’s had enough time off I would think.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:08 pm
ur the blog equivalent of “white chicks”. weird, creepy, entirely unfunny, but i thinks it’s cool and hip. sad really.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:08 pm
So glad matt barnes is gone
July 31st, 2012 at 2:08 pm
In a rare interview, McClain said Monday that he is open to a heightened role, even if it means stepping out of his comfort zone.
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
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did Jason Campbell change his number to 55 ??
July 31st, 2012 at 2:09 pm
did Jason Campbell change his number to 55 ??
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Noooooooooooooooooooooooo Say it aint so.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:09 pm
“The question is will Goethel stay healthy for the year? I dont like our MLB depth chart at all.”
This is a good post I agree 100%
July 31st, 2012 at 2:10 pm
And I cant understand for the life of me why Barnes is still on this team the guy is clearly the weakest link on the line and I know we could have upgraded that position.
But what this tells me is that this Barksdale kid must be a bum if he cant beat out barnes. we shall see in camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:10 pm
2 days into training camp and we have a 53 man roster from Raider Riff, but not DAV ??
say WHAAAAT ?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:10 pm
57. I dont think he meant his foot.. Just sore muscles from a hard 21/2hr football practice..
July 31st, 2012 at 2:13 pm
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workouts. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
This is the best shape he’s ever been in. Coach gave us weights that we had to report at for the first time. He looks really good. He was killing the conditioning test. You saw him flying around today. The kid’s a beast.”
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Good job 55!!!
Keep pushin mayne!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:13 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:10 pm
2 days into training camp and we have a 53 man roster from Raider Riff, but not DAV ??
say WHAAAAT ?
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Be patient my friend.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Allen wants McClain to improve in his pass coverage.
he too often guesses wrong, jumps in the wrong gap and gets out of position on both run and pass plays
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LOL!!
thoughts Raider O, Jhill & JFB ?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:14 pm
So Peter King is at Napa for the Raiders, and he talking about everything BUT the Raiders
July 31st, 2012 at 2:15 pm
63. Haha.. Thats my bad.. I meant lakers matt barnes.. Loser threatend a cop..
Im not too excited about kalif barnrs either though..
July 31st, 2012 at 2:15 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:13 pm
Allen wants McClain to improve in his pass coverage.
he too often guesses wrong, jumps in the wrong gap and gets out of position on both run and pass plays
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LOL!!
thoughts Raider O, Jhill & JFB ?
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I believe it was the def scheme
July 31st, 2012 at 2:16 pm
Time will tell. When asked at the end of the interview, whether the media were growing on him, McClain said, “No, I wouldn’t say that.”
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I’d like to know which hack asked that question.
Was that you, Steve ?
Pathetic.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:17 pm
Lechler is injured and he may join Curry on the PUP list. Great value for $5.75 million against the cap. How hard is it to kick a ball?!
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LOL!
Agreed.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:18 pm
RRS,
McClain should not be out of position anymore. Scheme is better and the LB core he had to play with got smarter (I hope).
July 31st, 2012 at 2:18 pm
Marks Hair Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:15 pm
63. Haha.. Thats my bad.. I meant lakers matt barnes.. Loser threatend a cop..
Im not too excited about kalif barnrs either though..
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I knew u ment Matt just a coincidence.lol. but matt barnes is a solid defender with an ok corner 3
July 31st, 2012 at 2:18 pm
This is cool. http://img857.imageshack.us/img857/4549/kilgore.gif
July 31st, 2012 at 2:19 pm
I follow vic & cork or levi damion during practices.. Is there a better one?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:19 pm
J Hill-accentuate the negative,ignore the positive.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:19 pm
Vontaze Burflict ‘flashing’ at camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:19 pm
Raiderbuck Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:14 pm
So Peter King is at Napa for the Raiders, and he talking about everything BUT the Raiders
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He did at the end.
Talked about Palmer and basicaly said don’t sleep on the Raiders, they are loaded.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:21 pm
July 31st, 2012 at 2:07 pm
Am I the only one that caught where DMC said he was a little sore after the first day of camp? Am I the only one worried by this?
I love the guy and I stuck up for him regarding sitting out last year but damn. He’s had enough time off I would think.
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That’s part of the problem I think…”TIME OFF”. Being Sore is OK. It was like that with any 1st practice in high school, bootcamp, even now…If I take more than a week off from excercise, I’ll get sore when I start back. They were probably going more “Up Tempo” than they were at OTA’s. I wouldn’t worry too much about that unless Cork or someone else reports that he looks a step slow or to be favoring a leg or foot.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:22 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:19 pm
Raiderbuck Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:14 pm
So Peter King is at Napa for the Raiders, and he talking about everything BUT the Raiders
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He did at the end.
Talked about Palmer and basicaly said don’t sleep on the Raiders, they are loaded.
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Mr king we have been loaded for years we have just had bad coaching and terrible qb play.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:22 pm
Who the hell cares what Peter “Sold His Corporate Soul” King says….
His opinion is bought and paid for…..
WRITE THAT DOWN!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:22 pm
Same as many in here!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:23 pm
during McClain’s rookie season, then-coach Tom Cable, according to McClain, told McClain that he didn’t have to speak with the media, which is against league rules and places McClain at risk of being fined $25,000 for each violation.
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yeah Steve, “according to McClain” is right
throwing his former coach under the bus, the guy who lobbied to have him drafted in the Top 10.
Ro = headcase
July 31st, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Practice has started.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:23 pm
#81 Theg79,
I heard him specifically refer to the foot.
Muscles being a lil sore is ok. Bones still being sore is another.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Vontaze Burflict ‘flashing’ at camp.
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I knew he would. He was a Holy Terror at ASU. Viscious hitter that always found the football. Too bad he was such a liability personally. Work ethic, attitude, personal conduct, etc……
He would have been great to have as a “FOOTBALL PLAYER” in our secondary. Oh well, we’re steering away from that kind of personality anyway.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:24 pm
McFadden sat out the OTAs I believe.Therefore this is his 1st ‘action’ since last Nov.Soreness should be accepted.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Lefty,
We know what it is man. I’m going to let these cats keep up their glass half empty non sense if it pleases them. It is what it is.
And you know we are going to hear the typical disingenuous “I’m happy to eat crow” line, lol.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Peter King at Raid camp today.
I think King is one of the more astute members of the press and a damn good columnist.
Be interested to see his take on the S&B.
So far, he’s reporting that CP appears to be extremely excited about the team and ready to go.
Kings preliminary take: Don’t sleep on the Raids. They have an abundance of talent and shouldn’t be disregarded.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:18 pm
RRS,
McClain should not be out of position anymore. Scheme is better and the LB core he had to play with got smarter (I hope).
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no guys. mcclain is at fault. scheme can help attack, but when u sit back and watch or take off and go to the wrong spot, it’s the player. there is no denying it. mcclain has been bad. at times, he has made some good plays, so the ability is there. but he has lokked like a combination of a guy who hasn’t been able to catch up with the speed of the nfl game yet, and a guy who is pretty happy with his money and doesn’t really care that much. talk is cheap. saban said he was a hard worker and studier. supposedly he has been a studier here too. maybe it’s just a matter of him developing and getting experience. but his display in the legal matter shows his character is lacking. so, i have a lot of doubts that he will put it together. i hope i’m wrong.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:25 pm
McFadden sat out the OTAs
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no, Lefty – he didn’t
he was full-go and lit up the defense like the 4th of July
July 31st, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I heard him specifically refer to the foot.
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didn’t hear that about the foot. Yeah, that’s a little worrysome
July 31st, 2012 at 2:27 pm
LB core he had to play with got smarter
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@Riff
who ever said that Burris & Wheeler are “smarter” than Curry & Wimbley ??
definately faster!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:27 pm
backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
If we were working with horses….
If we are going to HELP McClain on and off the field this type of technique is the absolute WRONG approach….force him out of his shyness….
Watch this video and learn something….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTqDfb-QhNg
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Ro surely wasn’t shy when he put that gun up to the young Man’s head plus he was smiling about the whole situation. A grown Man must roll with the punches and do what he been called to do in order to make in this life. But hey…I’m from the old school of hard knocks.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:28 pm
Vontaze Burflict ‘flashing’ at camp.
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@DAV & 79
Corkran wanted us to draft Burfict, if you recall
July 31st, 2012 at 2:29 pm
I just McClain can grow into a presence on the defense and somehow avoid being suspended. It says alot that Mackenzie and Allen believe in his talent in spite of the off field issues.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:29 pm
RR-really.OK,but I thought he sat and Allen said he and Wiz would be full go by camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:29 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Peter King at Raid camp today.
I think King is one of the more astute members of the press and a damn good columnist.
Be interested to see his take on the S&B.
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You should only be interested in “YOUR” view of the S&B…..
Having to piggy back another viewpoint only serves to weaken your own.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:29 pm
I follow vic & cork or levi damion during practices.. Is there a better one?//////////////////////////////////////////////////Not necessarily better, but https://twitter.com/pgutierrezcsn
July 31st, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Mcclain will be fine knew scheme will help alot players on D esp huff an d ro
July 31st, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Nob, does hanging out with Peemore “Blog Punching Bag” Bust and AIG the Asian Implosion, help make you an “Actual Cool Guy”?
Goofball, I know you’re in a complete downward tailspin, but me and the PM Party Patrol are still busting up over that epic quote
At the end of the year me and my blog homies vote on the blog dweeb quotes and hand out the “Goober of the Year” award
Thanks for this early entry, Nob!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:31 pm
I do believe the raider scheme has been awful for the past 8 years. I do believe we will see a contemporary defense this year which yield immediate results against the run. I believe players, like Huff, felt helpless to excel in the antiquated scheme that AD mandated.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Goldie7 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:27 pm
backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
If we were working with horses….
If we are going to HELP McClain on and off the field this type of technique is the absolute WRONG approach….force him out of his shyness….
Watch this video and learn something….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTqDfb-QhNg
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Ro surely wasn’t shy when he put that gun up to the young Man’s head plus he was smiling about the whole situation. A grown Man must roll with the punches and do what he been called to do in order to make in this life. But hey…I’m from the old school of hard knocks.
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Goldie: sadly, the old school of hard knocks is lost now a days. The McClain situation needs just that right now….
Not coddling….and definitely not being told to be a leader of men when clearly he doesn’t know how to lead himself.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
People are making too much about the staff wanting McClain to be more vocal.He was the leader of the ‘Bama defense that led the nation while he was there.That is more than likely what they want to see.They aren’t asking him to become a public speaker.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Oh yeah, Nob -
I’m not talking about your weiner. I’m calling you a weiner.
Big difference, minion.
WIZZLE
July 31st, 2012 at 2:34 pm
I thought he sat and Allen said he and Wiz would be full go by camp.
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@Lefty
Curry & Moore missed the later part of OTA’s
Tonga & Mitchell missed ALL of OTA’s – along with Wiz II & ShoNasty. Seymour was off doing his own thing.
Kelly missed a few days for “personal reasons” and Ivey dropped a weight lifting bar on his own head or something
July 31st, 2012 at 2:34 pm
@DAV & 79
Corkran wanted us to draft Burfict, if you recall
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So did I. But I knew RM was steering clear of players with “Character Issues” and knew it wasn’t going to happen. I watched Burfict terrorise my Ducks for the past couple years. I knew he was an absoulte monster and would love to have him.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:34 pm
I dont care if Mcclain says a word if he makes plays and keeps his nose clean.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:35 pm
we were a playoff team last year if we only had a better def scheme now that we do there are no excuses for anyone.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:35 pm
no guys. mcclain is at fault. scheme can help attack, but when u sit back and watch or take off and go to the wrong spot, it’s the player.
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Yup. Agreed. If you watch Romac’s hilites going back to college, you see a guy flat footed and reacting. You watch footage of Burris, Willis or Lewis, you see them attacking and using their instincts. IMHO, that’s the diff between a regular nfl defensive player vs a good player. Some attack while others (including Capt Kirk) waits.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:35 pm
lefty12 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
People are making too much about the staff wanting McClain to be more vocal.He was the leader of the ‘Bama defense that led the nation while he was there.That is more than likely what they want to see.They aren’t asking him to become a public speaker.
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“PEOPLE”? I don’t see anyone here making too much about it except for me. He didn’t lead that BABA defense….if anything…that BAMA defense hid his limitations.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Steve Corkran @CorkOnTheNFL
Asked to hold off on pictures until stretching begins. ////////////////////////Thought you were supposed to stretch first thing. They were already fielding punts.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:36 pm
89052RAIDER Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:34 pm
I dont care if Mcclain says a word if he makes plays and keeps his nose clean.
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Completely Agree
July 31st, 2012 at 2:36 pm
They aren’t asking him to become a public speaker.
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@Lefty
exactly, they expect him to clean up the following:
“improve in his pass coverage.
he too often guesses wrong, jumps in the wrong gap and gets out of position on both run and pass plays”
July 31st, 2012 at 2:37 pm
913.Marks hair Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 1:44 pm
the worst football commercial ever is still on tv.. the get on the bus commercial with nfl players on a bus with little kids while little kids sing along to some god awful noise.. it cuts through me and burns my insides like a red hot knife..
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OMG!!! That IS the most annoying commercial song I have ever heard in my life.
What the He!! are those kids screaming about?
Absolutely HORRIBLE!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:38 pm
Intrepid Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Steve Corkran @CorkOnTheNFL
Asked to hold off on pictures until stretching begins. ////////////////////////Thought you were supposed to stretch first thing. They were already fielding punts.
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They are called “early outs” for special teams guys.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:38 pm
Lefty12 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
People are making too much about the staff wanting McClain to be more vocal.He was the leader of the ‘Bama defense that led the nation while he was there.That is more than likely what they want to see.They aren’t asking him to become a public speaker.
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agreed
July 31st, 2012 at 2:38 pm
Thanks Intrepid
July 31st, 2012 at 2:39 pm
@ 79
the sad truth is, we could have got Burfict in the 7th round
go choir boys !!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:40 pm
b!tch dog–like most delusional dumbazzes, ur in full denial. can’t u see that guys on this blog agree with me and no one likes u? there is no pm party whatever. u have no friends.
there is no meltdown. i don’t even know what ur talking about with that one. i’m just making u look stupid. actually u do that. i just make fun of u for it.
i know ur a hater and u want desperately to get attention but it’s not working. u need to recognize this.
here’s the plan. change ur moniker. retire the b!tch dog and all that stupidity. only idiots talk about themselves in the 3rd person. u should know that. well, obviously u don’t but it’s true.
change ur name and come back as a nice guy who talks cog=herently about the raiders or if u don’t know much about sports, just chime in occasionally with a respectful comment. don’t try too hard to be funny. u don’t have that skill. maybe after a short time, since people won’t know ur the b!tch idiot, they will talk to u and u can start ut way to having some internet friends and ur life will start to turn around.
u can do it b!tch dog!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:40 pm
Steve Corkran @CorkOnTheNFL
Khalif Barnes false start. Still work to do on this penalty thing.
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And the sky is blue…what’s new. Can we dump this loser already?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:40 pm
Kind of a weak BLOG in here today fella’s.
Better get your game face’s on by tomorrow…..that’s when the PAD’s go on….
I’m just warming up….
July 31st, 2012 at 2:40 pm
117. What are they singing?
Who fu¢king knows? Fight the power?lol
July 31st, 2012 at 2:41 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Khalif Barnes false start. Still work to do on this penalty thing.
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I see banes s iallready in mid season form.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:41 pm
Steve Corkran @CorkOnTheNFL
Khalif Barnes false start. Still work to do on this penalty thing.
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who’s next? Tommy Kelly?
Barks better get ready!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:42 pm
Khalif Barnes false start. That’s funny.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:42 pm
@ 79
the sad truth is, we could have got Burfict in the 7th round
go choir boys !!
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I was hoping as a long shot that we WOULD have. He’d have been in the starting lineup wk 1 if we did. Surprised the Ravens didn’t grab him as much as they love ferocious LB’s. But on that note, they were eyeballing Burris so, that means something too I guess.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:42 pm
Kalif has to go asap. Barksdale it there for the taking lets see what u got!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:43 pm
fckin ivey out today…
July 31st, 2012 at 2:45 pm
fckin ivey out today…
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DANG MAN ! ! !
I was hoping for a gap clogging dark horse here.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:46 pm
who is this burfict kid is on the team or what if not who gives a f**k
July 31st, 2012 at 2:47 pm
If Barksdale doesn’t unseat Barnes will he be considered a wasted pick?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:47 pm
cog=herently
Nob, most “Actual Cool Guys” that I know can write more coherent than that
Do you notice a laugh track playing when you’re just walking around town?
PM PARTY PATROL IN FULL EFFECT
July 31st, 2012 at 2:48 pm
133
Just some dude that was a UDFA that the Bungles picked up, he was a youtube star
July 31st, 2012 at 2:48 pm
I was hoping as a long shot that we WOULD have. He’d have been in the starting lineup wk 1 if we did. Surprised the Ravens didn’t grab him as much as they love ferocious LB’s. But on that note, they were eyeballing Burris so, that means something too I guess.
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When I think of the current org 2 words come to mind;
High Character
July 31st, 2012 at 2:48 pm
I wanted us to get Burfict in the 7th as well.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
If Barksdale doesn’t unseat Barnes will he be considered a wasted pick?
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like Pryor, he’s still young & raw. needs work
hopefully he’s not another schlub like Bruce Campbell
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Burflict was not a YouTube star.. LOL..
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
RAIDRES AFTER COMMERCIAL ON NFL Network!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Funny how folks want to cut Barnes for his 5 yd penalties.
Should we cut the guys who have the same amount of penalties and MORE?
What about the OL that lead the team in penalties and penalty yards? Should he be cut too?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Travis ivey still too fat to get in a 3pt stance…
July 31st, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Travis Ivey got hit in the head with weights, suffered a concussion.
So im gonna go ahead and excuse his inability to practice.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:51 pm
When I think of the current org 2 words come to mind;
High Character
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YEP, and in the end it will be the best for the Raiders. It means passing on guys like Burfict and other potential stars….But at the end of the day, I’d rather have a balanced locker room, no distractions, single vision, and discipline.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:52 pm
C’mon JHill, Barnes is horrible. If we could replace him we would. Wouldnt we?
If Barksdale cant beat him out, that is pretty dissappointing and it definitely says we need to address that position with the waiver wire this year and free agency next year.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:52 pm
You should only be interested in “YOUR” view of the S&B…..
Having to piggy back another viewpoint only serves to weaken your own.
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The problem is I haven’t had a view of what’s going on in camp.
All I’ve got to go by is what’s being REPORTED.
Has nothing to do with piggybacking on another viewpoint.
Has more to do with trusting a reporter to be accurate and impartial and to make observations that are generally trustworthy.
Once I get to see the team in action personally, I’ll be able to make a better assessment of the new players, coaches, schemes etc. Until then (and even after) I’m interested to hear what a scribe like King has to say.
Raids will be on the NFL network in a few minutes.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:52 pm
I might of down played him a lil, lol. He was considered a first round pick at one point, but he was horrible last year and a head case. He is kinda a youtube football star, imo
July 31st, 2012 at 2:53 pm
Who was mocking me for saying kelly would keep ivey on the bench or ps? Was it meth?
July 31st, 2012 at 2:53 pm
Im with DAV on the Ivey thing. This guy has one shot at the NFL, you really think he’s not gonna make the most of it by coming into camp out of shape? He’ll make the team I expect. And make an impact. Im not worried.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:55 pm
b!tch dog–u remind me of some sitcom character from a really lame WB show from the early ’90s. the dated pop culture references that woulda been horrible even back then. u would be the neighbor that walks on when the show needs a “laugh” but it would have been unbearably stupid. even the show’s main characters woulda hated u. basically like Screech or something. unintentionally hilarious. people asking themselves how this ever got on tv. what idiot coulda thought it up? answer: the b!tch dog!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Theghostronin79 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:51 pm
When I think of the current org 2 words come to mind;
High Character
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YEP, and in the end it will be the best for the Raiders. It means passing on guys like Burfict and other potential stars….But at the end of the day, I’d rather have a balanced locker room, no distractions, single vision, and discipline.
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i’d rather have a SB BY ANY MEANS NECSSESARY .
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Travis Ivey got hit in the head with weights, suffered a concussion.
So im gonna go ahead and excuse his inability to practice.
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He was conncussed weeks ago during OTA’s. word was it was conditioning…No excuse.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Barnes, I believe, led the team in false starts last year and killed a few drives last year. Sorry but I want him out!!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
No MUP list this season? I picked DHB last year, not sure if he won, but he should of.
If there was one this year I would go with McClain, he’s going to beast out this year
July 31st, 2012 at 2:57 pm
Aig-Raiders Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Barnes, I believe, led the team in false starts last year and killed a few drives last year. Sorry but I want him out!!!!!
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JOIN THE CLUB
July 31st, 2012 at 2:57 pm
Cork out twitting Guti, Levi, and Vitto 10 to 1.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:58 pm
Raids will be on the NFL network in a few minutes.
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Let me know if the report last more than a few seconds.
Last time I checked it was the jest teboned snachez hour.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:58 pm
Every locker room has a few “character issue” guys. In fact, more than a few. Its just that not all of them get in trouble.
You can afford to have a couple.
But none of us are really at practice and in the locker room so we dont really know how many the Raiders currently have. Burfict might have put us over the tipping point. Only The Gut and The Visor know, and to be honest, at draft time they probably had even less of an idea than they will know once the season is over.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Anyone hear about Ryan Matthews injuring him self in a car accident he caused, one less rb we have to worry about if he f’d him self up.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
JOIN THE CLUB
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They should sue Barnes for their broken TVs last year. I believe Barnes personally was responsible for breaking a few flat screens.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Cork is including pics…Cork is front runner…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
79
I think Reg and Baltimore passed on Burfict due to character issues, still don’t think he’s as gifted or as humble as Burris.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
ivey sucks. big and fat. not an answer.
barksdale is slow and won’t make it in the ZBS. it says a LOT that he was practicing at LT yesterday. since there obviously is no way he will unseat veldheer, it shows he’s not in their plans. he’s not even being groomed at RT. they want someone else to start working there as a viable backup/reserve. i’m telling u barksdale is on the way out. haslam, wang, parsons, and bergstrom are the backups. possibly nix.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
I hate to have to follow Corky on twitter but Vic is leaving me no choice. ugh.
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Wow, Rich Gannon in the house???????
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
Could Bergstrom at Tackle really be worse than Barnes?lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:00 pm
They so phcking lied
July 31st, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Travis Ivey got hit in the head with weights, suffered a concussion.
So im gonna go ahead and excuse his inability to practice.
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He was conncussed weeks ago during OTA’s. word was it was conditioning…No excuse.
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You cant workout when your concussed right?
Ok then..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:00 pm
I hope Ed Wang is good enough and mobile enough for us to get rid of Barnes this year.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:01 pm
aig-raiders Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
JOIN THE CLUB
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They should sue Barnes for their broken TVs last year. I believe Barnes personally was responsible for breaking a few flat screens.
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3rd and 3 on the houston 47. Penalty…
False start no 69 offense, still 3rd down.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:01 pm
C’mon JHill, Barnes is horrible. If we could replace him we would. Wouldnt we?
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Presnap penalties piss me off with the rest of you folks.
If we can find a better player, absolutely get him in there.
Disagree that if Barksdale can’t beat him out, he’s a bum.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:01 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Funny how folks want to cut Barnes for his 5 yd penalties.
Should we cut the guys who have the same amount of penalties and MORE?
What about the OL that lead the team in penalties and penalty yards? Should he be cut too?
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ITS MORE THAN JUST THE PENALTIES THE GUY IS JUST A BUM. ONLY TIME HE SHOULD BE ON THE FIELD IS IN OUR JUBO PACKAGE ON THE GOALINE.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:03 pm
Routte was worse when discussing penalties, this guy would have great stride for stride cvg but never turned his stupid head, at least barns would pancake someone everyonce in a while.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:03 pm
It may not make Barksdale a bum, but we dont have time to wait for him to develop if he’s this far behind beating out Barnes.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:03 pm
SO IF BARKS CANT BEAT OUT A BUM WHAT IS HE J HILL?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:03 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:59 pm
I hate to have to follow Corky on twitter but Vic is leaving me no choice. ugh.
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I have cork, jmac, and vic up right now. cork is WAAAYYYY out in front and including pics…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:04 pm
I hadent heard ivey was held out of conditiong due to medical.. Seems like a lingering concussion that keeps a guy from running would be news..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:05 pm
btw, i love all the guys who think mcclain is fine but our DT’s are the problem. the DT’s make the pro-bowl, while mcclain has articles like this one. even HE thinks he has to get better. but guys on here will keep denying it. “get rid of seymour and kelly! they suck!” they would be snapped up by a contender in a heartbeat. if mcclain were cut, he probably would get signed as a backup somewhere and then cut at the end of the year, never to play in the league again.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:05 pm
I think Barksdale should replace Barnes and let Bergs back up him and CC.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:06 pm
I hate having to give Corky any credit.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:06 pm
I hate to have to follow Corky on twitter but Vic is leaving me no choice. ugh.///////////////////////////////////////////Cork’s on a tear right now.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Ausberry & Humphries false start
July 31st, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Intrepid,
Yes he is. It’s nice to see him do his job for once. I forgot what that was like.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Cork is on fire. keep em comin Corky
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
ivey has as much chance of making the team as hall davis, wayne dorsey, mason brodine, jamie cumbie, or dominique hamilton. very little. and probably less, given his conditioning.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
cork is killin it on twitter…including aaction shots.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:05 pm
btw, i love all the guys who think mcclain is fine but our DT’s are the problem. the DT’s make the pro-bowl, while mcclain has articles like this one. even HE thinks he has to get better. but guys on here will keep denying it. “get rid of seymour and kelly! they suck!” they would be snapped up by a contender in a heartbeat. if mcclain were cut, he probably would get signed as a backup somewhere and then cut at the end of the year, never to play in the league again.
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WE GOT A HATER. NATION REMEMBER THIS POST WHEN MCCLAIN IS A TOP MLB THIS YEAR.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Can someone give the link to steve’s twitter please?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
ivey has as much chance of making the team as hall davis, wayne dorsey, mason brodine, jamie cumbie, or dominique hamilton. very little. and probably less, given his conditioning.
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False.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:09 pm
How many plays did Barnes line up for last year at OT?
1000???
How FIVE YARD penalties did he have out of those snaps???
You are saying that his play on the other 99% of the plays resembled a bum?
What are you using to back that up?
I happen to think Satele and Carlisle were the “bums” of the Oline.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:09 pm
https://twitter.com/CorkOnTheNFL
July 31st, 2012 at 3:10 pm
Tweet about the practice pls.. Been waiting all day…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:10 pm
backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Goldie7 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:27 pm
backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:04 pm
If we were working with horses….
If we are going to HELP McClain on and off the field this type of technique is the absolute WRONG approach….force him out of his shyness….
Watch this video and learn something….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTqDfb-QhNg
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Ro surely wasn’t shy when he put that gun up to the young Man’s head plus he was smiling about the whole situation. A grown Man must roll with the punches and do what he been called to do in order to make in this life. But hey…I’m from the old school of hard knocks.
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Goldie: sadly, the old school of hard knocks is lost now a days. The McClain situation needs just that right now….
Not coddling….and definitely not being told to be a leader of men when clearly he doesn’t know how to lead himself.
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Plain and simple get rid of him. If he’s not meant to be a leader….eliminate him from the roster. And I’ve been a huge fan of Ro since day 1 and pulling for him but if can not step up and be a leader then we should find another MLB that would be honored to play in the NFL and would proudly take the role of leadership. I bet ya he wouldn’t pull that jazz crap with the Patriots. Just because times have changed about the “old school of hard knocks” days doesn’t mean it has been replaced with something better.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:10 pm
Ausberry & Humphries false start
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Cut them?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:10 pm
https://twitter.com/corkonthenfl
July 31st, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Thanks gents!!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Satele going to get luck nailed a few times over there in Indy. Does anyone know if he the starting center ?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Sup J? How’s it going?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:13 pm
DEATHROW 55 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Satele going to get luck nailed a few times over there in Indy. Does anyone know if he the starting center ?
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He’s the starter.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:14 pm
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They are paying him like $3 mil, he better be there starter
July 31st, 2012 at 3:14 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:09 pm
How many plays did Barnes line up for last year at OT?
1000???
How FIVE YARD penalties did he have out of those snaps???
You are saying that his play on the other 99% of the plays resembled a bum?
What are you using to back that up?
I happen to think Satele and Carlisle were the “bums” of the Oline.
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HOW MANY TIMES WAS BARNES BEAT FOR A SACK OR ALLOWED IMMEDIATE PRESSURE ON THE QB.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:14 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:05 pm
btw, i love all the guys who think mcclain is fine but our DT’s are the problem. the DT’s make the pro-bowl, while mcclain has articles like this one. even HE thinks he has to get better. but guys on here will keep denying it. “get rid of seymour and kelly! they suck!” they would be snapped up by a contender in a heartbeat. if mcclain were cut, he probably would get signed as a backup somewhere and then cut at the end of the year, never to play in the league again.
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WE GOT A HATER. NATION REMEMBER THIS POST WHEN MCCLAIN IS A TOP MLB THIS YEAR.
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yes, i’m not a fan of mcclain at this point. he is a punk. or at least he has displayed that thus far. maybe he’ll turn it around but seriously, after reading this article, does it sound like people, and even mcclain, think he’s been good so far? or that he’s on the cusp of being great? it would be a turnaround bigger than dhb’s last year. i hope i’m wrong.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:14 pm
Seymour… I think we’ll have a top 5 defense…….
Ok Richard….. Let’s see it…..
If the D is in the top 15 it would thrill the schidt outta me…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Wassup Goldie!
Pretty fired up for the season.
16-0!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:15 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
ivey has as much chance of making the team as hall davis, wayne dorsey, mason brodine, jamie cumbie, or dominique hamilton. very little. and probably less, given his conditioning.
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False.
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based on what? everyone got excited b/c we were supposed to maybe play some 3-4, as if that was a magic scheme, and they looked at ivey, the new 350 pounder, as the new hope. he’s done nothing in his career. he’s a fringe roster guy. that’s all.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:16 pm
Yep Rob….Absolutely Ro is a punk and that’s coming from a fan of his.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:16 pm
SATELE AND CC ARE JUST NOT STRONG ENOUGH IMO
July 31st, 2012 at 3:16 pm
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I think he said we can, thats a lil different.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:16 pm
HOW MANY TIMES WAS BARNES BEAT FOR A SACK OR ALLOWED IMMEDIATE PRESSURE ON THE QB.
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You want me to do your homework for you?
You tell us.
I already said I think the weak link was C and RG. I agreed with the coaches.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:17 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:15 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:08 pm
ivey has as much chance of making the team as hall davis, wayne dorsey, mason brodine, jamie cumbie, or dominique hamilton. very little. and probably less, given his conditioning.
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False.
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based on what? everyone got excited b/c we were supposed to maybe play some 3-4, as if that was a magic scheme, and they looked at ivey, the new 350 pounder, as the new hope. he’s done nothing in his career. he’s a fringe roster guy. that’s all.
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Im not saying he’s a roster lock, but your grouping him with those players isnt accurate.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:17 pm
So Palmer Is Looking Good and Leinart has alot more Velocity than he did at OTA’s and Pryor is still working on Accuracy
July 31st, 2012 at 3:17 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Wassup Goldie!
Pretty fired up for the season.
16-0!!!!
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Hope so J…I hope even better for our Lakers.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Palmer very accurate on the move..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:18 pm
Marcel Reece is out there doing his thang
July 31st, 2012 at 3:19 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Wassup Goldie!
Pretty fired up for the season.
16-0!!!!
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What’s wrong with you, JH ?
It’s got to be 19-0 !
July 31st, 2012 at 3:19 pm
I want to see Burris smash a cowboy rb, schit since he’s starting be nice if he could hurt Romo. He does have a nose for the qb so I wouldn’t be surprised if he does. I live in cowboy territory and Im gettin pumped for next next monday!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:19 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:09 pm
How many plays did Barnes line up for last year at OT?
1000???
How FIVE YARD penalties did he have out of those snaps???
You are saying that his play on the other 99% of the plays resembled a bum?
What are you using to back that up?
I happen to think Satele and Carlisle were the “bums” of the Oline.
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great point. barnes has some false starts and suddenly he sucks. well, not according to reggie, who studied the tapes. barnes has started a lot of nfl games. he’s not great but he’s pretty solid.
but i don’t think carlisle is that bad. not as good as he once was but still makes the play most of the time, even if he looks goofy doing it sometimes. watch the tapes. his guy RARELY makes the tackle. on the other hand, satele was bad. very bad.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:19 pm
Punk????
I doubt there is one player in the NFL that is a “punk”.
Or at least what we here in SoCal know “punks” to be.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:20 pm
Palmer very accurate on the move..
AND we LIKE IT
July 31st, 2012 at 3:20 pm
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Me too man, but I don’t live in Dallas, hope Burris crushes their stars.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:21 pm
It’s got to be 19-0 !
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I stand corrected!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Eastoak,
Nob isn’t a hater, he’s an “Actual Cool Guy”
Much like Krappy when he tools around Alameda in his shiny new Corvette
Or Brian the Genital when he gravy trains off Cousin the Genital
Or Peemore Bust when he makes his 800th tranny joke in a row, then soils himself in glee
These Actual Cool guys go by another name as well – The Beeeech Diggity Dawg’s Minions!
HOLLA BACK SUGE KNIGHT, WRECKS N EFFECT
July 31st, 2012 at 3:21 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:16 pm
HOW MANY TIMES WAS BARNES BEAT FOR A SACK OR ALLOWED IMMEDIATE PRESSURE ON THE QB.
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You want me to do your homework for you?
You tell us.
I already said I think the weak link was C and RG. I agreed with the coaches.
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Barnes actually was decent last year, gave up very few sacks. Im with ya on this
July 31st, 2012 at 3:21 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Travis Ivey got hit in the head with weights, suffered a concussion.
So im gonna go ahead and excuse his inability to practice.
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He was conncussed weeks ago during OTA’s. word was it was conditioning…No excuse.
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You cant workout when your concussed right?
Ok then..
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Quote from jerry’s last post;
“and defensive tackle Travis Ivey (conditioning) also missed practice”.
Sorry my dude, got nothing to due with being concussed a few weeks ago…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Hill
Here you go. Have at it Barnes and Routt are in the top 10 of the entire league last year.
http://www.footballdb.com/penalties-player.html
Barnes 11 pen
July 31st, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Nice article. Coaches seem high on McClain and want to see him grab this thing by the horns. Hope Mitchell is right about this year.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Me too man, but I don’t live in Dallas, hope Burris crushes their stars
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You really got me thinkin about the BLK #56 Jersey man. I’ll prolly just do it man…….
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:21 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:56 pm
DennisAllensVisor Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Travis Ivey got hit in the head with weights, suffered a concussion.
So im gonna go ahead and excuse his inability to practice.
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He was conncussed weeks ago during OTA’s. word was it was conditioning…No excuse.
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You cant workout when your concussed right?
Ok then..
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Quote from jerry’s last post;
“and defensive tackle Travis Ivey (conditioning) also missed practice”.
Sorry my dude, got nothing to due with being concussed a few weeks ago…
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I was hoping you got me the fist time.
If you are concussed, you cant work out? OK.
So if you cant work out…you are….wait for it….wait for it…..
OUT OF SHAPE
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
…I hope even better for our Lakers.
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Believe it or not, they are not even on my mind right now I’m so fired up for this Raider team.
Really don’t even care about the Dodgers right now either.
It’s time for some Raider football baby!!!!!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
yes, i’m not a fan of mcclain at this point. he is a punk. or at least he has displayed that thus far. maybe he’ll turn it around but seriously, after reading this article, does it sound like people, and even mcclain, think he’s been good so far? or that he’s on the cusp of being great? it would be a turnaround bigger than dhb’s last year. i hope i’m wrong.
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HOW GOOD HAS HUFF BEEN THUS FAR NOT TOO GREAT BUT ON ANOTHER TEAM I BET HE WOULD BE A PRO BOWLER SEE C-WOOD ON PACKERS. ITS ABOUT THE SCHEME NOW THAT WE HAVE A BETTER SCHEME PLAYERS WILL BE ABLE LIVE UP TO THEIR EXPECTATIONS ONCE AGAIN SEE C-WOOD. MCCLAIN WILL BE NO DIFFERENT.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Same four players missing today – Lechler (knee),Bartell (hamstring), Curry (knee) and Ivey (conditioning) – from
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Everybody seems to be reporting ivey is out due to conditioning….
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
209..I used the words” I think”… Doesn’t change anything either way… Is still like to see it and I’ll still be thrilled if the D is in the top 15…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
b!tch dog–what exactly would make us ur minions? i think u are an S&M freak who likes to use words like master and minions b/c it excites u. ur a creepy little weirdo.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Im out, you guys have fun.
God Bless.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:24 pm
I haven’t been checking in much lately. Has this place mellowed out at all?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:25 pm
LTR, DAV be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 3:25 pm
theghostronin79 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Me too man, but I don’t live in Dallas, hope Burris crushes their stars
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You really got me thinkin about the BLK #56 Jersey man. I’ll prolly just do it man…….
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I’m very close to grabbing that 56, but have yet to hear about the quality of the Nike game day, read one horrible review.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Barnes was the 6th worst False Starting offensive player in the league last year. I tend to think fans tolerate holding more than false starting.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
I was hoping you got me the fist time.
If you are concussed, you cant work out? OK.
So if you cant work out…you are….wait for it….wait for it…..
OUT OF SHAPE
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Looking at it this way yes, if the concussion prevented himm from working out, he deserves a pass.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Tx Raider I live in McAllen known as the Valle, no raider nation down here
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Later DAV be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:23 pm
yes, i’m not a fan of mcclain at this point. he is a punk. or at least he has displayed that thus far. maybe he’ll turn it around but seriously, after reading this article, does it sound like people, and even mcclain, think he’s been good so far? or that he’s on the cusp of being great? it would be a turnaround bigger than dhb’s last year. i hope i’m wrong.
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HOW GOOD HAS HUFF BEEN THUS FAR NOT TOO GREAT BUT ON ANOTHER TEAM I BET HE WOULD BE A PRO BOWLER SEE C-WOOD ON PACKERS. ITS ABOUT THE SCHEME NOW THAT WE HAVE A BETTER SCHEME PLAYERS WILL BE ABLE LIVE UP TO THEIR EXPECTATIONS ONCE AGAIN SEE C-WOOD. MCCLAIN WILL BE NO DIFFERENT.
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seriously? woodson? he was fantastic when he was here. fantastic at gb. see? good players shine regardless of scheme.
huff has been so-so. sometimes good but most of the time, just ok. just b/c he says he’s excited about a new scheme doesn’t mean anything other than he’s hoping and making excuses for himself.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Leinart out there plaing 5th string Running Back LOL Gotta Love it
July 31st, 2012 at 3:27 pm
aig-raiders Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Hill
Here you go. Have at it Barnes and Routt are in the top 10 of the entire league last year.
http://www.footballdb.com/penalties-player.html
Barnes 11 pen
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We had alot of players with to many penalties, Veldheer and Seymour both had 10, cut em lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:27 pm
False starts are the worst. And it seems like the Raiders have always been the worse offender.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:27 pm
DEATHROW 55 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Tx Raider I live in McAllen known as the Valle, no raider nation down here
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Yeah man I’m in SA, so certain bars hold a decent Nation crowd, but very few.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:27 pm
Ready for some football….. Getting closer to knocking the snot outta Philip Rivers and the Chokers ..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:27 pm
DEATHROW 55 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Tx Raider I live in McAllen known as the Valle, no raider nation down here
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Disagree..If you are there so is the NATION
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
I’m very close to grabbing that 56, but have yet to hear about the quality of the Nike game day, read one horrible review.lol
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Dang, that Sux…. For that kinda money? C’mon MAYNE.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
AIG,
I hear you man, and I’m not trying to be a dk about it.
But look at Veldheer’s numbers. More yards, more 10 yd penalties. Can’t jusify cutting Barnes for penalties without walking Veldheer out the door too.
Just saying.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Al Saunders acting like a Linebacker in drills against Tight Ends
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
OK J HILL YOU WIN BUT BARNES WAS GOOD ENOUGH TO GET LET GO IN JVILLE.
BY THE WAY LAKERS ARE GOING TO SUCK ASS IF THEY DONT GET DWIGHT HOWARD. I’M A LAKER HATER IF U DIDNT KNW. GO DUBS
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Burris is the next Clay Mathews.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:29 pm
I remember Barns being offsides a lot…drive killers too
July 31st, 2012 at 3:29 pm
Looking at it this way yes, if the concussion prevented himm from working out, he deserves a pass.//////////////////////////////////I’m glad you guys worked that out.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:29 pm
Whats going on at Camp? We have Leinart taking snaps at RB and Al Saunders posing as a LB…..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:29 pm
theghostronin79 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
I’m very close to grabbing that 56, but have yet to hear about the quality of the Nike game day, read one horrible review.lol
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Dang, that Sux…. For that kinda money? C’mon MAYNE.
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I’m gonna go check one in person at the mall, then place my order for the Burris. I posted earlier asking others for possible feed-back but nada yet.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:30 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:28 pm
AIG,
I hear you man, and I’m not trying to be a dk about it.
But look at Veldheer’s numbers. More yards, more 10 yd penalties. Can’t jusify cutting Barnes for penalties without walking Veldheer out the door too.
Just saying.
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VEDEER ALSO HELD HIS OWN AGAINST SOME GOOD PASS RUSHERS EXCEPT PEPPERS WHO JUST KILLED HIM.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Vic Tafur @VicTafur
Former offensive coordinator Al Saunders lined up as linebacker in drill to face off and give tight ends instruction
July 31st, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Routt too… P I ’s .. Led the league I believe
July 31st, 2012 at 3:31 pm
Banes is a detriment to ALL LCD, PLAMA, and LED TV’s no matter the size.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:31 pm
Disagree..If you are there so is the NATION
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YEEEEAAAHHHH ! ! ! !
I been Reppin the Nation Up in Oregon by my lonesome for YEARS. Only Raider fan in the bar, don’t know how many times. It runs Deep man…. Nation Brotha’s and Sista’s across the country.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Breaking news:
Dennis Allen intercepts a ball from Lionheart!lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Hill and others,
I think we fans tolerate a guy that holds because he is being beaten. You do expect that at the LT position because Veld is a young guy trying to stop the best DL on every team.
On the other hand, a false start is a mental mistake and the fans/coaches dont tolerate it. The other team is not doing anything to you and you are giving up 5 yds for nothing.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
I tend to think fans tolerate holding more than false starting.
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Not sure why that is.
5 yd vs 10 yds?????
10 yd penalties are the drive killers.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
I’m gonna go check one in person at the mall, then place my order for the Burris. I posted earlier asking others for possible feed-back but nada yet.lol
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Yeah, let me know what you find out at the mall. I’m curious now.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:33 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Breaking news:
Dennis Allen intercepts a ball from Lionheart!lol
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where you getting the intel Bruh?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Thing about Barnes’ penalties was they seemed to come in bunches.
Seem to recall a few back to backers, and others in rapid succession.
Also, while there’s never a good time to get a penalty, most of his seemed to happen when the Raids were approaching the opposition’s red zone and put an end to a drive.
Besides the penalty proclivity I don’t think Khalif’s play was horrible.
Question is can he ever clean that up ?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:33 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Breaking news:
Dennis Allen intercepts a ball from Lionheart!lol
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where you getting the intel Bruh?
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Just made it up mayne, since all Saunders was playing LB.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Holding penalties are understandable. Sometimes they are a result of trying to save the QB. False starts are just stupid.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
“huff has been so-so. sometimes good but most of the time, just ok. just b/c he says he’s excited about a new scheme doesn’t mean anything other than he’s hoping and making excuses for himself.”
A poor craftsman always blames his tools.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Hey Albert Puss
You missed it, the PM Party Patrol has been waxing the floors all day with Nob Raider and his sweetheart Peemore Bust
Next up is the Genius Gays, the blog’s version of the Outsiders
Better snap into a Slim Jim
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
BUT BARNES WAS GOOD ENOUGH TO GET LET GO IN JVILLE.
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You don’t hear me lobbying for Barnes to play LT.
I like all the JV teams too in Cali. Ws, Clippers, Angels.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Lol… @ lionheart…good nickname ..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
as for huff, look at giordano. he’s not even that good but he played a lot better than huff.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
seriously? woodson? he was fantastic when he was here. fantastic at gb. see? good players shine regardless of scheme.
huff has been so-so. sometimes good but most of the time, just ok. just b/c he says he’s excited about a new scheme doesn’t mean anything other than he’s hoping and making excuses for himself.
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I WAS A BIG WOODSON FAN BUT THE GUY GOT BURNT AND BURNT AT THE WORSE POSSIBLE TIMES. SINCE BEING IN GB HE HAS WON A SB AND WON DEF PLAYER OF YEAR. AND WOODSONS BEST YEAR AS A RAIDER WAS HIS ROOKIE SEASON.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
Snoop Dog is now called Snoop Lion
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
I remember Barns being offsides a lot…drive killers too
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6 times all year.
30 whole penalty yds, lol.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
.If you are there so is the NATION
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Booyah!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
Just made it up mayne, since all Saunders was playing LB.lol
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ROFLMAO….I am so hungry for NATION news anything looks like steak.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
You can order jerseys direct from China for a fraction of the cost. From the same factory that the NFL has em done at. They get backdoored out. Like 20 bux a jersey.
Packed a whole closet full of Raider gear a few years back. I wouldnt waste my money paying 100 for something that should cost WAAAY less.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
theghostronin79 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:32 pm
I’m gonna go check one in person at the mall, then place my order for the Burris. I posted earlier asking others for possible feed-back but nada yet.lol
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Yeah, let me know what you find out at the mall. I’m curious now.
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I sure will man, just want to check the quality and order the right size and all. I’ll do a mini review when it arrives.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:36 pm
False starts and Personal Fouls are the most idiotic penalties in my book. I call these lack of discipline mistakes and Barnes will be long gone this year at some point. I guarantee you that.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:36 pm
Our main O=Line problem last year was a weak interior (i.e. Satele & Carlisle). They fixed the Satele part with Wiz 2.0. Moving Carlisle to the left side doesn’t fix the problem. We need Bergstrom or another BU to step-up and push Carlisle out of the starting role. Barnes will be OK if he controls is false starts. Our O-line should be one of our strengths this year. Brisiel is a big upgrade on the right side.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:36 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Hey Albert Puss
You missed it, the PM Party Patrol has been waxing the floors all day with Nob Raider and his sweetheart Peemore Bust
Next up is the Genius Gays, the blog’s version of the Outsiders
Better snap into a Slim Jim
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Genius Boys representing in the IBA
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Jv..ha
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
I’m a firm believer, that the Raiders have all the tools needed for a long playoff run. Let’s see if the coaches can put it all together.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Guys had to come into camp at a mandatory weight.
Jano looks like he has been in the weight room.
He actually looks yoked up…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
EastOakland… turn your caps lock off buddy.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:35 pm
Just made it up mayne, since all Saunders was playing LB.lol
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ROFLMAO….I am so hungry for NATION news anything looks like steak.
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Yeah man, someone called him Lionheart yesterday lol, but I could see DA ballin with these guys for fun.lmao
July 31st, 2012 at 3:38 pm
b!tch dog–what exactly would make us ur minions? i think u are an S&M freak who likes to use words like master and minions b/c it excites u. ur a creepy little weirdo.
no response? thought so.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:38 pm
HEY ANGELS WON WS MORE LATELY THAN UR DODGERS AND THE BEAT THE GIANTS THEY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPOT IN MY HEART FOR THAT.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:38 pm
b!tch dog–u remind me of some sitcom character from a really lame WB show from the early ’90s. the dated pop culture references that woulda been horrible even back then. u would be the neighbor that walks on when the show needs a “laugh” but it would have been unbearably stupid. even the show’s main characters woulda hated u. basically like Screech or something. unintentionally hilarious. people asking themselves how this ever got on tv. what idiot coulda thought it up? answer: the b!tch dog!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:38 pm
I gotta side with AIG here. He’s usually pretty intelligent and while both sides are making a good case, Im gonna stay in the “find a replacement for Barnes as soon as possible” camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:39 pm
Myers looking like our TE thus far
July 31st, 2012 at 3:39 pm
according to the american kennel club, b!tch dogs are:
“the dumbest, mangiest, and dirtiest dogs known to man. it’s very hard to breed them, as they usually can’t get excited except for other male dogs.”
July 31st, 2012 at 3:39 pm
jerry hasnt done shat on the twit.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:39 pm
284. Mmm.. I doubt it..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:38 pm
b!tch dog–u remind me of some sitcom character from a really lame WB show from the early ’90s. the dated pop culture references that woulda been horrible even back then. u would be the neighbor that walks on when the show needs a “laugh” but it would have been unbearably stupid. even the show’s main characters woulda hated u. basically like Screech or something. unintentionally hilarious. people asking themselves how this ever got on tv. what idiot coulda thought it up? answer: the b!tch dog!
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Rob, you are supposed to capitalize the first word in a sentence.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
as for huff, look at giordano. he’s not even that good but he played a lot better than huff.
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Why, because he had a few more picks?
5 plays all season?
What about his run support, or last line of defense?
I bet there were WAY more than 5 plays where his last line of defense was less than adquate.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Thanks Riff. You can add offsides to that list of stupid mistakes too. And on that note, I’m off to the golf course.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
b!tch dog=this blog’s version of screech.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Silverandblack666 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 2:09 pm
“The question is will Goethel stay healthy for the year? I dont like our MLB depth chart at all.”
This is a good post I agree 100%
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McClain
Goethel
Stupar
Chad Kilgore
Let’s see what these guys can do. I think two of these guys can play the game.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
IBA?
Oh, the Idiot Barf Area
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
Rob_raider, where did your lame ass come from? Where you always here?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
Hold off on that #56 jersey…wait and see how he does his first few games!
I would….I am!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
i’m a rebel albert
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
but I could see DA ballin with these guys for fun.lmao
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That was cold blooded knowing the condition we are in…kinda sic Bruh.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:41 pm
Who’s going to start at RT if we cut Barnes? Then who will be the backup for LT and RT. It seems to me we already lack depth on the O-line, no way we cut Barnes, imo
July 31st, 2012 at 3:42 pm
Rob, you need to get your ass back to grammar school.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:42 pm
i haven’t been here since last season. having a life and all.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Steve Corkran @CorkOnTheNFL
NFL implementing mandatory metal-detection system at all venues this season. #Raiders recommend fans arrive at least two hours early.
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July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Thec
I didn’t mean it that way, I think our DB’s are good mayne!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
HEY ANGELS WON WS MORE LATELY THAN UR DODGERS AND THE BEAT THE GIANTS THEY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPOT IN MY HEART FOR THAT.
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Glad to see you know the Ws are a JV team!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:37 pm
EastOakland… turn your caps lock off buddy.
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Sorry didnt knw that was a rule in here.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Darrius Heyward-Bey catches deep pass over Bryan McCann.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
o-line:
veldheer–carlisle–wiz–brisiel–barnes
backups:
bergstrom–parsons–wang–haslam
maybe:
nix
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:40 pm
b!tch dog=this blog’s version of screech.
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Nob, do you and your fellow “Actually Cool Guys” hang out together and watch Saved by the Bell?
You guys sounds like sweet broheems
I’m being totally serious, btw
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
“On the Bubble players this year”:
• DMac
• Barnes
• McCheese
• Seymour
• Houston
• Huff
• Mitchell
• Goethal
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Thec
I didn’t mean it that way, I think our DB’s are good mayne!
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Gotcha…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
the o-line is above average. not a problem area.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Don’t they have metal detectors already?
I could almost swear..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:39 pm
jerry hasnt done shat on the twit.
//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////And when he does, Cork will retweet anyway. Don’t need him up there.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Please don’t tell me mistress biachi has been here all afternoon. Even with her legs spread wide she obviously can’t get a date. This is even sadder than it was this morning.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:46 pm
b!tch dog
“the actual cool guys”. yes, i like it.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:46 pm
JB Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
“On the Bubble players this year”:
• DMac
• Barnes
• McCheese
• Seymour
• Houston
• Huff
• Mitchell
• Goethal
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I don’t know if I would say Dmac, Seymour, Houston and Huff are on the bubble.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:46 pm
Darrius Heyward-Bey catches deep pass over Bryan McCann
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Key words in this tweet = “Deep Pass”
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Nobody is seriously saying “cut Barnes”
We’re just a lil annoyed at the fact that Barksdale possibly wont be able to beat him out for the starting job.
And we’re saying, lets find a suitable replacement ASAP.
I love Lechler and have stuck up for him during RRS’s crusade against him. But I’d rather have a 5 million dollar RT than a 5 million dollar punter. That backup punter we signed as a camp leg seems to be pretty damn good.
I hate giving up a HOF’er in Lechler but nothing is more important than our O-Line.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Albert Bigelow Paine Says: Rob, you are supposed to capitalize the first word in a sentence.////////////////////////////////Tell that to eastoaklandraider.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
I gotta side with AIG here. He’s usually pretty intelligent and while both sides are making a good case, Im gonna stay in the “find a replacement for Barnes as soon as possible” camp.
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I don’t disagree with AIG on Barnes needing to be smarter.
I also don’t have a problem with someone beating him out.
I don’t have a problem with ANYONE getting beat out.
Just want them to actually get beat out, if that makes any sense.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
HEY ANGELS WON WS MORE LATELY THAN UR DODGERS AND THE BEAT THE GIANTS THEY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPOT IN MY HEART FOR THAT.
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Glad to see you know the Ws are a JV team!
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cmon J nobody can defend the Ws we are awful and im not excited for this season either.but maybe we will be relevant with bogut at center he is ok when healthy. and im also glad we got mr jackson i think he can really help us with our d and players will listen to him
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Albert Bigelow Paine Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:42 pm
Rob, you need to get your ass back to grammar school.
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You know if Albert’s picking on you, you’re in big trouble
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
One-on-one drill. Myers makes nice cut on Huff, still your starting TE on Day 2
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Is this a good thing or bad thing?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:48 pm
One-on-one drill. Myers makes nice cut on Huff, still your starting TE on Day 2
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Is this a good thing or bad thing?
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Duality.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:48 pm
I heard the WB is showing re-runs of Saved By The Bell
July 31st, 2012 at 3:48 pm
JB Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
“On the Bubble players this year”:
• DMac
• Barnes
• McCheese
• Seymour
• Houston
• Huff
• Mitchell
• Goethal
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dmc is on the bubble? seymour? really?
my on the bubble guys:
barksdale/houston/mcclain/curry/huff
July 31st, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Rob, you dont think Barksdale will make the cut?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Anybody if we suiting up in the old school AFL jerseys, whith the old-school decals on helmet in 2010 we were sporting them a few games.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Theghostronin79 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:46 pm
Darrius Heyward-Bey catches deep pass over Bryan McCann
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Key words in this tweet = “Deep Pass”
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WOW
July 31st, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Taiwan Jones shows some nice cutbacks and, of course, the jets
July 31st, 2012 at 3:49 pm
I think Veldheer is the man, but I get just as pissed with his holding call on 3rd down that takes away a 1st down as I do Barnes.
Eff that “well he was trying” shhhh!!!!
Don’t get effin ragdolled out there!
BLOCK UR DAMN MAN!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:50 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:34 pm
seriously? woodson? he was fantastic when he was here. fantastic at gb. see? good players shine regardless of scheme.
huff has been so-so. sometimes good but most of the time, just ok. just b/c he says he’s excited about a new scheme doesn’t mean anything other than he’s hoping and making excuses for himself.
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I WAS A BIG WOODSON FAN BUT THE GUY GOT BURNT AND BURNT AT THE WORSE POSSIBLE TIMES. SINCE BEING IN GB HE HAS WON A SB AND WON DEF PLAYER OF YEAR. AND WOODSONS BEST YEAR AS A RAIDER WAS HIS ROOKIE SEASON.
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EastOak…..sorry bruh but you are wrong here….Woodson got burnt? That rarely happened dude. Woodson best year wasnt his rookie season…are you crazy? His rookie year was his worse in Oakland! Woodson was the man here….hardly ever gave up TDs…his last 3 seasons here he gave up like 2 total TDs
July 31st, 2012 at 3:50 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:49 pm
I think Veldheer is the man, but I get just as pissed with his holding call on 3rd down that takes away a 1st down as I do Barnes.
Eff that “well he was trying” shhhh!!!!
Don’t get effin ragdolled out there!
BLOCK UR DAMN MAN!!!!
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Agree 100
July 31st, 2012 at 3:50 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Nobody is seriously saying “cut Barnes”
We’re just a lil annoyed at the fact that Barksdale possibly wont be able to beat him out for the starting job.
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Barksdale played better inside last year. And now going to a zone system, I don’t know where a power guy like Barksdale fits in.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:50 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
the o-line is above average. not a problem area.
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I agree its above average right now, but if we go cutting Barnes we will not have much depth, just a bunch of outcast and unproven.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
It makes perfect sense J Hill. I think we are all in agreeance. It’s the sensationalist posts that want a guy traded to Siberia that start the arguments haha.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
From Cork’s post:
Coach gave us weights that we had to report at for the first time.
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Ivey tipped the scale over the number DA wanted him at. That’s why Ivey is not in there…
The message is clear. DA aint playin…..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
One-on-one drill. Myers makes nice cut on Huff, still your starting TE on Day 2
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Is this a good thing or bad thing?
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Myers is solid!
He’s getting paid out there too.
TE position = no worries.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Rob, you dont think Barksdale will make the cut?
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i think he could be dealt. i have said i think he’s too slow for ZBS and i think it says a lot that they have him at LT, a position that he has no chance of playing here. i think they are wanting to get other guys looks at RT, because they don’t feel he’s in their plans.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Check out this fresh jam
Off my upcoming hip hop solo album Wrecks N Effect
Should be out sometime in the next 3 years, or whenever my hizzies finally finish the album art
It’s me driving a monster truck with 3 strippers in the bed, they all have huge fake boob jobs and there’s a great white shark riding shotgun
This joint is called “Hella Tight”
Yo shorty, you know the Beeech Dawg rocks
Now bend over and let him lick your box
Dang, got pubes in my mouth, that ain’t right
Next time shave that va-jay-jay hella tight
F TO THE IZZLE
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
It’s the sensationalist posts
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ROFLMAO….Wiping tea off keyboard.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Lamarr Houston has given rookie and free agent OL fits the last two camps and today rookie guard Tony Bergstrom gets a taste
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ummmmm
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:47 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:43 pm
HEY ANGELS WON WS MORE LATELY THAN UR DODGERS AND THE BEAT THE GIANTS THEY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPOT IN MY HEART FOR THAT.
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Glad to see you know the Ws are a JV team!
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cmon J nobody can defend the Ws we are awful and im not excited for this season either.but maybe we will be relevant with bogut at center he is ok when healthy. and im also glad we got mr jackson i think he can really help us with our d and players will listen to him
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How can you not be excited for this season? You have a real PG a real SG a real SF and actual post players…..and number 1 we dont have garbage ass monta failus starting for our team….w’s will make the playoffs can cause trouble in it too
Lakers are a btch ngga squad
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Hey SC fans Silas Redd is coming to the coliseum
July 31st, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Lamarr Houston has given rookie and free agent OL fits the last two camps and today rookie guard Tony Bergstrom gets a taste
July 31st, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Can someone flip biachi some KY for her va-jay-jay? Maybe that will help.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Our secondary could have been at one point…
C Woodson
Namdi
Branch
Ed Reed (we picked napolean harris instead)
sigh…
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Hey SC fans Silas Redd is coming to the coliseum
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Nice
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Purple & Gold reign…..
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
J Hill Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:51 pm
One-on-one drill. Myers makes nice cut on Huff, still your starting TE on Day 2
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Is this a good thing or bad thing?
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Myers is solid!
He’s getting paid out there too.
TE position = no worries.
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LOL Ausberry the WR will beat him out…Myers has been a TE for years..this doesnt shock me
Still im for bringing in Shockey
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Realtruraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:50 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
the o-line is above average. not a problem area.
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I agree its above average right now, but if we go cutting Barnes we will not have much depth, just a bunch of outcast and unproven.
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the raiders have shown zero evidence of getting rid of barnes. that’s all blog bs. he’s entrenched at RT, especially given barksdale is playing LT w/ the 2nd unit.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Lamarr Houston has given rookie and free agent OL fits the last two camps and today rookie guard Tony Bergstrom gets a taste
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He better be. It is time for Houston to start dom-mo-nating!
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Purple & Gold reign…..
at the gay club
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Jacoby Ford with leaping catch of Carson Palmer throw.
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Imagine that, bad hands and all.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Makes sense Rob. Good analysis. Points taken.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:55 pm
People still ripping on Ford and DHB huh?
What a bunch of idiots you all are. Seriously, you guys rip on our own players more than the Chief or Bronco fans do.
Guys like Romac deserve some negativity, but even he gets 10x the amount of crap he deserves. The guy played hurt all last year and has to constantly try and make up for athletes posing as OLBs. The guy didnt just stop knowing how to play football when he got to Oakland.
Ford has won us games. And DHB has the work ethic of a Jerry Rice. All it is going to take is one small mis-step and this years flavor-of-the-month (DMoore) will be on all of y’alls chitlist. Some if you guys need to check which colors you actually bleed.
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some of the raider hate on here is disgusting. especially on Ford and DHB. if it were up to some of the fans. we would just have moore on the field all by himself. and some would be stupid enough to believe he could do it alone.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
dont hate because the flubs havent been relevant in 30 years
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
From the sounds of the tweets, the team is firing on all cylinders right now.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Lamarr Houston has given rookie and free agent OL fits the last two camps and today rookie guard Tony Bergstrom gets a taste
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Well ill feel better when he does it vs starting OL
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Meth was good bruh. you cant tell me you dont remeber woodson getting burnt at least once a game and what I mean by burnt is giving up a play longer than 20 yards.his rookie season he had 5 picks an took one to the house against arizona. I am a big c-wood fan and i remember him shuting down randy moss once but T.O. manhandled woodson when he was on the niners and u knw how much it pains me to say that.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Most of you guys know I pretty much support ALL of our players.
Pryor is the only guy I think won’t make it. I don’t even want him cut though. WR, gimmick wildcat-teblow package or something for Pryor.
If we draft a RT at the backend of rd 1 next year, I will be right here beating the drum for him to have a good year too.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:46 pm
JB Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:44 pm
“On the Bubble players this year”:
• DMac
• Barnes
• McCheese
• Seymour
• Houston
• Huff
• Mitchell
• Goethal
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I don’t know if I would say Dmac, Seymour, Houston and Huff are on the bubble.
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Player Reason
• DMac – Durability
• Barnes – F. S. Penalties
• McCheese – lack of performance
• Seymour – Durability
• Houston – lack of development
• Huff – lack of performance
• Mitchell – lack of development
• Goethal – Durability
• Barksdale – lack of development
July 31st, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Palmer is eating everyone alive right now.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Cork is on it….
July 31st, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
dont hate because the flubs havent been relevant in 30 years
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and Faker fans still dont know schit about basketball…still hanging onto Minneapolis titles are we?
July 31st, 2012 at 3:58 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
We have a Juron Criner sighting. Gets CB Shawntae Spencer turned around, catches intermediate pass, and he’s gone
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The TRUTH gets in on it
July 31st, 2012 at 3:58 pm
I would say to Dannis Allen, “your nose is growing Pinocchio”:
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workouts. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
Allen is full of crap. The Raiders take one step forward and one step back when its head coach bold face lies to the media.
McClain is a loser, stupid at best. His performance is atrocious, and he is overweight, that big fat azz flopping like cottage cheese.
The Raiders are retaining McClain this season hoping to salvage some of their multi-million dollar investment. But to say McClain will ever anchor, or be the leader of, the defense, is ridiculous.
“Raiders coaches are doing double time in an effort to get McClain to assert himself as a leader and the linchpin of the defense.”
A leader can never be “made”. A leader arises naturally and does what needs to be done, and does what others cannot do. In time the others will follow the so-called leader since it his will that will get the job done.
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
I find it strange that here McClain reverts to the nature of a small child, curled up sucking his thumb. Funny that McClain can take the bull by the horns and orchestrate and lead the “thug in the ghetto game” in Alabama, and almost blow the brains out of his ex best friend, yet can’t find the courage to do it on field.
“Backup safety Mike Mitchell said McClain has learned from his off-field transgressions the past year or so and that McClain is primed for a big season.
Before you discount that as a possibility, consider the quantum leaps taken in their third season by former Raider cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha and current wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey.”
In the above paragraph, Corky shows why he should be fired. “Quantum Leap”?? Quantum Leap based on what?
Furthermore Nnamdi, the greatest no shut down, shut down in the history of the NFL with a whole 11 INT’s in 9 seasons went from 0 INT’s in his 2nd year to 0 INT’s in his 3rd year. Wonderful Cork ! In his 4th season Nnamdi made 8 INT’s, which is a good performance, keeping in mind GIO made 5 last yr as a back up. Nnamdi only made one INT per yr after that for a total of 11 with the Raiders.
Nnamdi is mediocre at best; Corky, well Corky, he’s questionable: he won’t tell the truth either.
Conclusion: McClain will not take a quantum leap forward since there is nothing there to base the quantum leap on. Allen and Corky are lying and full of it.
The Raider’s time now is to tell the truth; I have always said that in the past 10 yrs there were scant few at the Raiders – staff members – who knew how football should be played at a professional level.
Corky’s article here makes me wonder if that condition is still hanging upon the Raiders.
July 31st, 2012 at 3:59 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Check out this fresh jam
Off my upcoming hip hop solo album Wrecks N Effect
Should be out sometime in the next 3 years, or whenever my hizzies finally finish the album art
It’s me driving a monster truck with 3 strippers in the bed, they all have huge fake boob jobs and there’s a great white shark riding shotgun
This joint is called “Hella Tight”
Yo shorty, you know the Beeech Dawg rocks
Now bend over and let him lick your box
Dang, got pubes in my mouth, that ain’t right
Next time shave that va-jay-jay hella tight
F TO THE IZZLE
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naming ur (make believe) album off a one(lame)hit wonder form ‘92. very cool. 3 years? great. we have to listen him for 3 more years. strippers/fake boobs/great white shark. yep. that just about sums it up. that and rapping (weakly) about eating out a stripper. that should endear u to the hip-hop community for sure. what a talent!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
If i recall Los Angeles Lakers won championships in the 80’s 2000’s and 2010’s. So not hanging onto Minneapolis titles..
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Meth was good bruh. you cant tell me you dont remeber woodson getting burnt at least once a game and what I mean by burnt is giving up a play longer than 20 yards.his rookie season he had 5 picks an took one to the house against arizona. I am a big c-wood fan and i remember him shuting down randy moss once but T.O. manhandled woodson when he was on the niners and u knw how much it pains me to say that.
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That is a flat out lie….every game? You are not telling the truth man…not at all!
T.O. game in 02…I was there and it was Charlie’s first game back since super hurting himself…he missed the last 3-4 games…did you forget that? T.O. scored no TDs that game
You need to tell the truth because i can name games where he didnt give up 20 plus plays…on the regular….dont try me cuz I’ll ace ya on this…I been thru wars on radio for years about this
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
How can you not be excited for this season? You have a real PG a real SG a real SF and actual post players…..and number 1 we dont have garbage ass monta failus starting for our team….w’s will make the playoffs can cause trouble in it too
Lakers are a btch ngga squad
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who is this real SG and SF u speak of meth and last I checked lee is still a jump shooting big man
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Lakers are a btch ngga squad
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LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL
Afternoon Young B!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Rod Streater with nice catch in traffic on pass from Matt Leinart.
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Streat puttin in work…WR looking good
July 31st, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
If i recall Los Angeles Lakers won championships in the 80’s 2000’s and 2010’s. So not hanging onto Minneapolis titles..
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You la faker fans always talk about that you got 16 titles…..no you dont
July 31st, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Carson Palmer keeps alive play, scrambles, steps up and connects with Jacoby Ford.
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man i thought we were trying to get rid of the smurf…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Offense shooting darts
July 31st, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Jacoby Ford with leaping catch of Carson Palmer throw.
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Imagine that, bad hands and all.
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If he was a better route runner, he would have caught it in stride instead of having to leap.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:00 pm
How can you not be excited for this season? You have a real PG a real SG a real SF and actual post players…..and number 1 we dont have garbage ass monta failus starting for our team….w’s will make the playoffs can cause trouble in it too
Lakers are a btch ngga squad
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who is this real SG and SF u speak of meth and last I checked lee is still a jump shooting big man
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Wrong again…you gotta stop hittin bo blunts cuzzo
Klay=real SG in mold of reggie miller
Barnes=real SF who will be an league defender in a few years
Bogut is a post player…Ezeli is raw but yet he is a post player…Carl Landry who we just signed can play in post….come on man!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Palmer is lightin shat up today…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Woodson was a great Raider. We let him down by not continuing to win and he lost interest.
Brining in Kerry Colins was the first mistake that led to the Gannon era unraveling.
Let’s not debate C-Woodson. C’mon people. It’s not even a debate. See my above post to see what our secondary would look like right now had we kept him, Nnamdi, and drafted Ed Reed instead of Napoleon Harris.
The CWood debate is about as stupid as the DHB/Ford hatred that goes on.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 3:58 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
We have a Juron Criner sighting. Gets CB Shawntae Spencer turned around, catches intermediate pass, and he’s gone
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The TRUTH gets in on it
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That’s right!….spencer is a 49er….cut him now!
Get em Criner!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
If he was a better route runner, he would have caught it in stride instead of having to leap.
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hahahahaha…Truth…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
T.O. scored TDs but was close to 200 yrds rec he embarrassed woodson badly i even remember dwayne bowe burning woodson his rookie season.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
DVD and Chek play ball, Spencer may get cut..
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Disagree B@uce, CWood got ROAsted in Silver and Black a LOT! Used to make me crazy. He’d gamble and guess wrong or just miss and his guy would go get him a TD.
Was not that bummed when he left, although he did seem to grow up in GB….
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
We talk about championships in general…. 11 in lA homie, . Lets see Flubs have won 2, 40 years ago
July 31st, 2012 at 4:06 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
T.O. scored TDs but was close to 200 yrds rec he embarrassed woodson badly i even remember dwayne bowe burning woodson his rookie season.
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HAHA you will soon learn my friend
T.O. never scored in 2002 vs woodson….woodson just coming back from major injury early vs an all pro WR….TO never scored you just not telling the truth man
Dwayne Bowe burnt Nnamdi in 2007!…He was with Russell at LSU in 06!…you lose again lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:07 pm
jerry must have dropped his iphone in the punch.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:07 pm
23rd in AP power rankings lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
Dan78 Whut it is
PMPP IN FULL EFFECT
Lakes bringing it home again this year, wrapping up the DWight signing, holla
Yo, passin’ around the PARTYDUDE 8050 Bong Party Machine for tokes, ganja takin’ ya higher
BOB MARLEY MY SOUL BRAH
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
ok i guess ur excited cuz klay lit up a summer leauge game and the rest of the guys u named are straight scubs i never heard of except landry who i can say i heard of
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
JLofty Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Disagree B@uce, CWood got ROAsted in Silver and Black a LOT! Used to make me crazy. He’d gamble and guess wrong or just miss and his guy would go get him a TD.
Was not that bummed when he left, although he did seem to grow up in GB….
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Wrong you too?
Name the games….wait you hardly can….he didnt get burned alot that is just false and especially his last 3 years he hardly gave up anything
This is the thing….when someone would beat him finally everyone would be jumping for joy becuz it rarely happened
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:07 pm
23rd in AP power rankings lol
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I can’t take stuff like that serious. the mediots have ZERO clue about things that pertain to the NATION.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Rich Gannon is a voter and he had the Raiders 25th
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Vic Tafur @VicTafur
Rich Gannon is a voter and he had the Raiders 25th
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3m Vic Tafur Vic Tafur @VicTafur
Trusty AP sidekick tells me Raiders are tied for 23rd with Arizona in the brand new Associated Press power rankings
Expand
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
We talk about championships in general…. 11 in lA homie, . Lets see Flubs have won 2, 40 years ago
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Homie? And we talkin abot hella years ago?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
JLofty Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Disagree B@uce, CWood got ROAsted in Silver and Black a LOT! Used to make me crazy. He’d gamble and guess wrong or just miss and his guy would go get him a TD.
Was not that bummed when he left, although he did seem to grow up in GB….
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say dat then.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
The offense has the potential to be top 5… Barring Injuries ..and keeping penalties down…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:07 pm
jerry must have dropped his iphone in the punch.
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Or is locked in the basement with Herrerra
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
isn’t there a blog for losers who like to talk about “partying”? has b!tch dog EVER said anything about the raiders? why would a guy w/ so many “hizzies” always be on here talking to guys about his little schnitzel? answer: closet case!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Gannon must be smokin that sherm.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Oh By The Way….. Any of you guy’s hoping for Ed Wang to show up and take Barnes spot are all on crack…
Ed Wang is the retarded asian version of Barnes
Dude is straight Trash
July 31st, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Too much on the line this year to take a chance on a guy like Burfict; or TO for that matter.
Transition year: new GM, new Coach, New Defensive Scheme.
Maybe once everything is established the Raids can start taking gambles on the bad character/high talent players, but not this year.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
ok i guess ur excited cuz klay lit up a summer leauge game and the rest of the guys u named are straight scubs i never heard of except landry who i can say i heard of
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Had nada to do with summer league i was touting klay since last summer….go check the archives pal
Barnes a scrub? hahahahahahaha tell that to Jerry West the logo….you been shot down again
Bogut is a top 5 defensive post player and all his nba opponents say it…plus before he got hurt when they made playoffs in 2011 he was 16 pts and 10 boards….scrub? You lacking basketball acumen right now bruh
July 31st, 2012 at 4:12 pm
wang and haslam are “veteran” backups. they don’t have that much experince but more than the rest.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Lakes bringing it home again this year, wrapping up the DWight signing, holla
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is this true?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Hey Beech you know we have to represent the Lake Show.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:13 pm
bergstrom, parsons, wang, haslam? yikes. not much quality depth there. we will likely pick up a vet or two when they get cut.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:13 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:09 pm
JLofty Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Disagree B@uce, CWood got ROAsted in Silver and Black a LOT! Used to make me crazy. He’d gamble and guess wrong or just miss and his guy would go get him a TD.
Was not that bummed when he left, although he did seem to grow up in GB….
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say dat then.
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Say what? Saying nada!
He only got touched a few times a year at best…you guys are flat out wrong
July 31st, 2012 at 4:13 pm
Woodson was a great Raider. We let him down by not continuing to win and he lost interest.
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C.Wood was a great Raider. Should have been one for life.
C.Wood could have been an even greater Raider if he applied himself more dilligently.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:14 pm
I agree Rob. If Beech Dawg was half as cool as he tries to sell us, he wouldnt be typing on a blog.
I just ignore it. Although, I respect you for fighting the good fight and at least attempting to rid us of his psycho-babble.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:14 pm
b!tch dog is talking to himself (dan78) again. wants to pretend he has a “minion” so can get excited enuff to jerk it in the corner.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:14 pm
421. Agreed 100%
July 31st, 2012 at 4:14 pm
Rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:13 pm
bergstrom, parsons, wang, haslam? yikes. not much quality depth there. we will likely pick up a vet or two when they get cut.
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Cooper Carlisle starting at LG? Yikes….not much quality with your LG then
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Method To My Madness Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
ok i guess ur excited cuz klay lit up a summer leauge game and the rest of the guys u named are straight scubs i never heard of except landry who i can say i heard of
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Had nada to do with summer league i was touting klay since last summer….go check the archives pal
Barnes a scrub? hahahahahahaha tell that to Jerry West the logo….you been shot down again
Bogut is a top 5 defensive post player and all his nba opponents say it…plus before he got hurt when they made playoffs in 2011 he was 16 pts and 10 boards….scrub? You lacking basketball acumen right now bruh
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i didnt say Bogut was a scrub but he is hrdly a savior for us.just a piece to an incomplete puzzle.
oh and my SPORTS knowledge is top flight pimpin. not just NKL OR NBA MLB TOO.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:13 pm
Woodson was a great Raider. We let him down by not continuing to win and he lost interest.
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C.Wood was a great Raider. Should have been one for life.
C.Wood could have been an even greater Raider if he applied himself more dilligently.
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Best draft pick we have had since coming back home to OAKLAND
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Nob, I’m sorry I hurt your feelings with all this bagging
I thought an “Actual Cool Guy” could handle it, not run around the blog looking for friends to comfort him
If it makes you feel any better, the only direction you can go from here is up.
Actually, that’s not true. You’ll be wetting your gym shorts all over again tomorrow after more Beeeech Diggity Dawg Official Smackdowns
Holla
July 31st, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Later guys. Gotta crash out. Getting late here.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Can someone on twitter have Tafur tell Gannon to stfu about rankings please?lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:16 pm
hey Rob you dont know me so step back
July 31st, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:14 pm
I agree Rob. If Beech Dawg was half as cool as he tries to sell us, he wouldnt be typing on a blog.
I just ignore it. Although, I respect you for fighting the good fight and at least attempting to rid us of his psycho-babble.
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oh, i know it’s pointless. he will never go away and he will never understand how stupid he is. if he had that capability, he wouldn’t be the b!tch dog to begin with. but i do have fun making sport of him. i’ll probably tire of it soon though. wish there was a mute button or a way to give a thumbs down so he would know how no one likes him here.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:17 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Gannon must be smokin that sherm.lol
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hahahahahahaha…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:17 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Method To My Madness Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:08 pm
ok i guess ur excited cuz klay lit up a summer leauge game and the rest of the guys u named are straight scubs i never heard of except landry who i can say i heard of
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Had nada to do with summer league i was touting klay since last summer….go check the archives pal
Barnes a scrub? hahahahahahaha tell that to Jerry West the logo….you been shot down again
Bogut is a top 5 defensive post player and all his nba opponents say it…plus before he got hurt when they made playoffs in 2011 he was 16 pts and 10 boards….scrub? You lacking basketball acumen right now bruh
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i didnt say Bogut was a scrub but he is hrdly a savior for us.just a piece to an incomplete puzzle.
oh and my SPORTS knowledge is top flight pimpin. not just NKL OR NBA MLB TOO.
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SCroll up and read your post again lol
Who said about him being a savior? That you doing that not me…..he is a legit real CENTER with size,shot blocking and rebounding ability! Incomplete? Hell W’s aint had a real center in 30 plus fkin years man
If your sports IQ especially hoop was there then you would be excited about a season for the first time since woooooooooo before Reagan we will actually play real ball!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:18 pm
Ed Wang 25 y/o Holding Machine…Too Slow and not Athletic enough…..
Jacoby Ford would make a better back up than Wang…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:18 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Nob, I’m sorry I hurt your feelings with all this bagging
I thought an “Actual Cool Guy” could handle it, not run around the blog looking for friends to comfort him
If it makes you feel any better, the only direction you can go from here is up.
Actually, that’s not true. You’ll be wetting your gym shorts all over again tomorrow after more Beeeech Diggity Dawg Official Smackdowns
Holla
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wait, what? there was a smackdown? when? i missed it.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
C-WOOD STRUGGLED AT TIMES FOR US BECAUSE OF SCHEME. HE IS DOING PRETTY WELL IN GB THO. HE’S NO PRIMETIME THO EVEN NAMDI WAS A BETTER ONE ON ONE COVER MAN THAN C-WOOD. FACE FACTS PIMP.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
FK RICH GANNON…he on same level as all QB since plunkett…LOSER
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
LTR Riff, be safe.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
dan78–all i know is if ur actually someone else besides b!tchdog and u really consider urself part of his “patrol”, then u must be his “gimp”. cuz that dude is embarrassing.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:19 pm
C-WOOD STRUGGLED AT TIMES FOR US BECAUSE OF SCHEME. HE IS DOING PRETTY WELL IN GB THO. HE’S NO PRIMETIME THO EVEN NAMDI WAS A BETTER ONE ON ONE COVER MAN THAN C-WOOD. FACE FACTS PIMP.
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Struggled? LOL he was the best CB in football for years with us!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:20 pm
C.Wood – top notch cover man, ball hawk, strip master, physical tackler.
Could have been an ace return man too.
One of the best corners ever, would have been a great safety too.
HOF material.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
B@uce I will agree the W’s are looking to be a legit hoop team once again…
Klay’s gunna need to grow up fast same with young HBarnes. Those guys are young.
So who is this Jack guy as bu PG? Where’d he come from?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
Its funny how Rich Gannon gets his sorry ass kissed on here and he never won schit! He is a loser and he makes me sick when he announces…Troy Aikman is a former QB who I can listen to becuz he knows what it takes to be a winner at QB
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
I absolutely love the way Brees leads the Saints, especially beginning with the team rah-rah huddle. Brees talks the talk and walks the walk. What a leader & he’s only 6′0″ tall. He’s big no matter how you measure him. Our team needs that kind of leadership. I think CP3 can do it on offense but not as demonstrative as Brees. Don’t know that McCheese will ever be a defensive Ray Lewis type of leader. Seymour, Kelly, Branch, Huff or Burris need to step up instead.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
IF U ARE EXCITED FOR THIS TEAM U HAVE LOW EXPECTATIONS ITS NOT ABOUT BEING THE 8TH SEED IN THE WEST ITS ABOUT DOING WHAT THE LOGO DID WIN CHAMPIONSHIPS. AND THE Ws ARE NOT CLOSE TO MIA OR OKC SO NO IM NOT EXCITED.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:22 pm
Jarret Jack shared starting duties last year with the Hornets…Very defensive minded PG….Solid Pick Up
July 31st, 2012 at 4:22 pm
hey Sob i had no beef but if you want to step up. let the schit fly
July 31st, 2012 at 4:23 pm
Jarret Jack also averaged 15 points and 6.3 assists last year
July 31st, 2012 at 4:23 pm
JB
I think Burris and Branch will be those guys that help get 55 “in” the game and ready to hit guys.jmo
July 31st, 2012 at 4:23 pm
rob_raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:18 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Nob, I’m sorry I hurt your feelings with all this bagging
I thought an “Actual Cool Guy” could handle it, not run around the blog looking for friends to comfort him
If it makes you feel any better, the only direction you can go from here is up.
Actually, that’s not true. You’ll be wetting your gym shorts all over again tomorrow after more Beeeech Diggity Dawg Official Smackdowns
Holla
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wait, what? there was a smackdown? when? i missed it.
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We know you did, minion. But don’t worry, me and the rest of my Blog Brahs enjoyed the whole thing
HOLLA
July 31st, 2012 at 4:24 pm
JLofty Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
B@uce I will agree the W’s are looking to be a legit hoop team once again…
Klay’s gunna need to grow up fast same with young HBarnes. Those guys are young.
So who is this Jack guy as bu PG? Where’d he come from?
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Sports is a young dawg’s game bruh
Yes warriors will play real basketball not that loser schit with monta who is really a sixth man!
Klay is more athletic and better ball handling plus better defending Reggie Miller
Barnes is a smooth athletic wing who can really defend
Jarret Jack is a nba vet from Ga Tech….he is tough and can play both guard spots….excellent defender and great character guy…he was with Hornets and Blazer before…he can guard guys bigger than him
People just have no clue what W’s are building
July 31st, 2012 at 4:25 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:22 pm
hey Sob i had no beef but if you want to step up. let the schit fly
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Sob Raider! 78, that’s pretty dope
May have to rotate that with Nob, just to keep the smackdowns fresh
PMPP N FULL EFFECT
July 31st, 2012 at 4:25 pm
DVD out there balling out against D.Moore
Taiwan just fumbled but has looked impressive
July 31st, 2012 at 4:25 pm
best CB in football for years
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NO HE IS NOW IN GB. WHERE IS HIS DEF PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD IN OAKLAND. HOW MANY PRO BOWLS IN OAKLAND. SHOULD HAVE BEEN ABLE TO RETURN THAT GIFT INT HE GOT AGAINST TAMPA AS WELL IN SB HURT OR NOT.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:26 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Ford makes nice diving sideline catch
July 31st, 2012 at 4:26 pm
Ford diving sideline catch
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Thec
Beat me to it lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Ford with sweet sliding catch as he falls out of bounds.
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thought this guy had no hands…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
MONTA WHILE SMALL FOR A SG STILL HAD ATOP TEN SCORING AVG AND WOULD BE A STAR IF HE WERE ON A CONTENDER NAME 10 SG BETTER THAN MONTA.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
CWoodson at safety this year will be classic. Could be one of his best years ever. He can blitz more and ball hawk as a free rover. He will have great numbers this year.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Man, Lady Gaga seeks less attention than miss biachi does.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:28 pm
Lets hope for these guys to come out healthy from camp
July 31st, 2012 at 4:28 pm
Brian the Genital, what are your plans for your big face to face meeting with KrappyRat on Friday?
That’s going to be totally epic, I’m working on a hip hop jam all about it called “Straight Frontin’”
Going to have mad bass, a snare drum solo and 6 or 7 African chicks whispering Oh LaLaLa La in to the mic
July 31st, 2012 at 4:28 pm
I’ve never questioned anything about Ford, except that he can improve short timing routes, which he may have…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:28 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:25 pm
DVD out there balling out against D.Moore
Taiwan just fumbled but has looked impressive
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who are you following?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:28 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:21 pm
IF U ARE EXCITED FOR THIS TEAM U HAVE LOW EXPECTATIONS ITS NOT ABOUT BEING THE 8TH SEED IN THE WEST ITS ABOUT DOING WHAT THE LOGO DID WIN CHAMPIONSHIPS. AND THE Ws ARE NOT CLOSE TO MIA OR OKC SO NO IM NOT EXCITED.
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First off bruh….no one is close to Mia and OKC in the nba so lets get that out the way
8th seed…you wanna bet W’s win close to 50 games this year and cause noise in playoffs?
To get closer to winning title you need to play real basketball which hasnt occurred for over 30 years with the W’s….you need to draft good players and have a good front office
But funny you will be excited about the Raiders when we aint a championship team…regime is changing and thats what folks are excited about with Raiders and Warriors
You not gonna go from rag tag to champions overnight in the NBA mayne!
Step your acumen up bruh
July 31st, 2012 at 4:29 pm
JARED JACK IS ANOTHER SCUB WHO CAN PLAY A LIL D
July 31st, 2012 at 4:29 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Jones runs before he secures ball. Incomplete.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:30 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Ball goes through Taiwan Jones’ hands, one of few drops or muffs today
July 31st, 2012 at 4:31 pm
#466 My Boy Ritchie Younaz is out there
July 31st, 2012 at 4:31 pm
RAIDERS ARE MUCH CLOSER THAN DUBS AND THE HAVE BEEN TO THE SB TEN YEARS AGO WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME THE DUBS MADE THE WESTERN FINALS. TOO LONG
July 31st, 2012 at 4:32 pm
Thanks PDrank, I watched Jenkins in summer ball, he looked liked he didn’t want to give up mins to Jack.
Yeah B@uce, I know it’s young man’s game, there’s a fine line being too young tho. Klay got a LOT of pt last year so hopefully he can step it up. HBarnes was a great pick, best in a while (I hope) but they draft young these days what is he like 20?
I hear were gunna sign Rush back too. He was solid at 6…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:32 pm
Let in the beach dog clunb and the PPNPP crew with my rasta masta rime goes like this:
the beach dog has a big dog log
just dont step in it in the fog
we like are bizzus hot and tight
and our mistas can do us right
we dont care were the possum club
get down and dirty rub a dub dub
we git high as a kite can fly
and then we dont care who we get fly
brazilian male model, brazilian bikini girl
we dont care just sit on it and twirl
SWIZZLE DRIZZLE IN DA HOUSE
July 31st, 2012 at 4:33 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Van Dyke breaks up pass for Heyward-Bey. Great play. Again.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:33 pm
DVD is out there going crazy…. I didnt expect that.
Pryor with a couple nice plays in a row
July 31st, 2012 at 4:33 pm
WARRIORS WILL NOT WIN 50 GAMES THEY WILL LOSE 25 GAMES IN THE WEST ALONE
July 31st, 2012 at 4:34 pm
Sometimes it pays to have the same Dentist as my Beloved Raiders
July 31st, 2012 at 4:34 pm
I hope Jacoby brings it in 2012. He fell off last year bad…
Heck my 7 yo son went from being a #12 fan to a 9Ball fan in one season!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:35 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:33 pm
DVD is out there going crazy…. I didnt expect that.
Pryor with a couple nice plays in a row
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man put up his twit account…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Did any of you guys get your Kings Stanley Cup champions DVD, yet
July 31st, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Van Dyke breaks up pass for Heyward-Bey. Great play. Again.
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AGAIN!!!!!
Better wake up folks, we got a good one here!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:36 pm
DVD looked like a raw but talented kid last year. It would not surprise me to see him become a solid CB. Needs a little girth tho…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:27 pm
MONTA WHILE SMALL FOR A SG STILL HAD ATOP TEN SCORING AVG AND WOULD BE A STAR IF HE WERE ON A CONTENDER NAME 10 SG BETTER THAN MONTA.
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This post right here is exactly wrong with some W’s fans who cried over that loser being dealt….too much of a loser attitude with some W’s fans….you letting iverson lite fool ya….basketball is played on both ends and to answer that…watch me kill ya
Wade
JR Smith
Roy
Klay
Joe Johnson
Harden
Ginobli
Afflalo
Old ass Ray Allen
Gordon Heyward
and rookie Jeremy Lamb by season’s end will prove better than Ellis
And I can go deep than that bruh
July 31st, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Im getting direct texts brotha..
July 31st, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Monta is a 6th man plain and simple….he can defend and he doesnt know how to move without the ball
I did backflips when he was dealt
July 31st, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Mitchell breaks up pass pounds his chest lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Thec
But Vit Tafur and Corky are all confirming everything with there posts
July 31st, 2012 at 4:38 pm
https://twitter.com/VicTafur
July 31st, 2012 at 4:38 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:29 pm
JARED JACK IS ANOTHER SCUB WHO CAN PLAY A LIL D
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being a backup who can play D at the guard position deserves and demands your respect if you had basketball IQ
July 31st, 2012 at 4:38 pm
PurpleDrank81 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Im getting direct texts brotha..
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Good lookin out Bruh…
July 31st, 2012 at 4:39 pm
I got Tafur, Paul G, Steve, and Jerry mac on Twit right now.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:39 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
McClain all over short pass for Myers.
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McCheese sighting, sort of like bigfoot
July 31st, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:33 pm
WARRIORS WILL NOT WIN 50 GAMES THEY WILL LOSE 25 GAMES IN THE WEST ALONE
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50-32 this season…Klay will damn near be an all star and barnes on all rookie team
You just dont know real basketball due to what the W’s have been putting on the floor in your lifetime
July 31st, 2012 at 4:40 pm
bigfoot does exist btw…lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Al loved his ‘man to man’, bump and run, press coverage.
IMO, that more than anything else was the Raider trademark on defense.
I loved that shiit.
Problem was, the NFL tightened the rules governing CB play and the ultra agressive, bump and run Raider style became less effective.
Still, Al always invested heavily in corners. Not always successfully, but we’ve had some GREAT ones. Probably more than any other team in the NFL.
Had a chance to talk to Willie Brown a few years ago.
Pissed him off big time when I told him he was only the 3rd best Raider corner of all-time.
He wanted to know who was better.
Told him I ranked Hayes and Haynes above him.
Of course, he disagreed.
No matter how you rank them, one thing’s for sure – the Raids have been blessed with some outstanding corners throughout the years.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
HOLLA
bring that gallon of wine ova hear holla, com’on girlfriend, holla. u know my ex could learn a thing or two from my girlfriend. we aint got nuthin to hide
HOLLA
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
Messin’ with Sasquatch!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
EastOak…you have to understand basketball first to realize the W’s will be causing problems this season…especially when teams come to Oakland…you’re a Monta lover like my cousin…and he dont know basketball that great either…so you arent alone
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
jerry is not posting. Either lost his iphone, had it taken by Raid security, or dropped it in the punch bowl.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
Lol… I got a C Wood jersey on….. Haven’t worn it in a few yrs
July 31st, 2012 at 4:42 pm
anyhow im outro….yall be good
RAIIIIIIIDDDDDDDDDEEEEEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRSSSSSSSS
Dubs!
and the Swingin A’s
Code Black 2012
July 31st, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:41 pm
jerry is not posting. Either lost his iphone, had it taken by Raid security, or dropped it in the punch bowl.
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Or the TSA got him.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Wade- yes
JR Smith- no not even close
Roy- bad knees sorry no
Klay- not even in the convo
Joe Johnson-about a tie
Harden-no just on a good team
Ginobli-in years past
Afflalo-you are reaching for real
Old ass Ray Allen- in years past
Gordon Heyward-who?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:43 pm
LTR B, be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Hey… Those A’s been ballin
July 31st, 2012 at 4:44 pm
Is meyers doing any good at TE
July 31st, 2012 at 4:44 pm
“@CorkOnTheNFL: Mike Mitchell breaks up pass, pounds chest with fist.” >> Mitchell probably pounds his chest when he pours morning cereal
$$$$$$$$
LMAO
That’s funny!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:46 pm
EastOak…you have to understand basketball first to realize the W’s will be causing problems this season…especially when teams come to Oakland…you’re a Monta lover like my cousin…and he dont know basketball that great either…so you arent alone
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its painfully obvious u dnt knw bball if your excited for the dubs lol.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Seems kinda late to still be practicing.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Gents, just know that I value everyone on this blog’s opinion’s on the Raiders over Gannon’s who has us ranked 24th. What a douchey prediction.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:47 pm
Good evening NATION!!
and my GreenParty brothers!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:48 pm
O dog!!
what’s up V.P??
July 31st, 2012 at 4:48 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Criner among sizable group fielding punts.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:49 pm
KoolKell Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Seems kinda late to still be practicing.
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Started at 2:30, will end at 5.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:49 pm
im out nation. GOOD NIGHT NOW
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
Criner and Derek Carrier back with Moore and Ford on punt returns now. Marquette King has blasted a couple a la Shane
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
KoolKell Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Seems kinda late to still be practicing
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Krappy you gotta be looking forward to seeing Brian the Genital face to face at Friday’s practice
Be sure to wear that Kane button down shirt so he’ll recognize you
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
LTR East, be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
O
Was it you who posted a jersey review on NFLSHOP about them being crappy quality? The person’s handle was the same as yours.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
Why all hate for Gannon??
Should I burn his Jersey too??
July 31st, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Marquette King with 5.2 seconds of hangtime on punt
July 31st, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Gannon has the Raiders ranked 24-25th, I think that’s absurd.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Keep Gannon away from TP.
Keep Matt Lice away too.
TP might catch the disease known as noodlearmitis.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Beeech Dawg!
full PMPP in effect.!!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:52 pm
R8ER MIKE Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:47 pm
Good evening NATION!!
and my GreenParty brothers!!!!
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PMPP IN FULL EFFECT
July 31st, 2012 at 4:54 pm
Hey Beech did you get you KIngs Stanley Cup DvD?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:55 pm
R8 i’ll be toking some sticky greens from Santa Cruz in about 10 mins
Gotta get my swag on
Then it’s time for some Ciroc and Smokey Robinson, my hizzies wanna keep it classy on a Tues
Wizzle
July 31st, 2012 at 4:55 pm
RoSuckdo McDack
July 31st, 2012 at 4:55 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Mitchell steps in front of pass for Criner, intercepts Palmer. Great read, react.
July 31st, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Dan78 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:54 pm
Hey Beech did you get you KIngs Stanley Cup DvD?
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D Nizzle
No homie, I gots to get me some of that action
When does it come out?
July 31st, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Mitchell wants a job!
July 31st, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Rated the Raiders at 25th…..Lol… Gannon’s gonna be a grumpy old man at…. This teams gonna be better than 25th…
July 31st, 2012 at 5:00 pm
533
Even if the Raiders win the division, which they should, playoffs and fk the 25th stuff!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:00 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Mitchell wants a job!
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Yeah, so far he s having a good camp.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:00 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Keep Gannon away from TP.
Keep Matt Lice away too.
TP might catch the disease known as noodlearmitis.
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lol
July 31st, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Its out already
July 31st, 2012 at 5:02 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:00 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Mitchell wants a job!
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Yeah, so far he s having a good camp.
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Yeah he needs to, always pulled for the guy, maybe they’re all hyped about the change….
July 31st, 2012 at 5:02 pm
Mitchell nice read and interception return for a TD … big cut back and diagonal run across field by McFadden … Palmer underthrows DHB deep
July 31st, 2012 at 5:02 pm
Ok fellas will catch up tomorrow
July 31st, 2012 at 5:02 pm
WR Denarious Moore, who suffered a hamstring injury during minicamp, appears to be battling a leg issue during practice.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:03 pm
LTE DAN, be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 5:03 pm
thats it, practice over…
July 31st, 2012 at 5:03 pm
Tx.. Agree… I never buy into that Rate the Raiders crap…
July 31st, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Steve C did a great job today with the twits, and pics.
Jerry ya need a new iphone…
July 31st, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Dang J you’re not thinking about your Dodgers either? The Dodgers are in 1st place right? Well, I’m thinking about my Yankees. I love all 3 of my teams(Raiders, lakers and Yankees)equally.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:05 pm
From Corky’s tweets it sounds like DVD is today’s standout.
Not sold on Spencer. Was hoping DVD would beat him out and predicted he would.
Don’t believe DVD will hold up well against the run, but you can see the potential for blanket coverage.
Anyone really want to see Spencer starting ?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Fingers
How can he rate the Raiders without pads on? Straight stupid.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Lates, PMPP see ya at beach…..Santa Monica….zipppp
July 31st, 2012 at 5:07 pm
Hope DMoore gets his leg issue under control.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:09 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:07 pm
Hope DMoore gets his leg issue under control.
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Yeah, we need to get over this weopon injury hump.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:10 pm
Gannon’s gonna be a grumpy old man
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Too late…
July 31st, 2012 at 5:11 pm
Good for Mitchell!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:11 pm
That’s right.. Tomorrow they wear the pads… Seasons getting close …
Can’t wait to see Rivers snappin his line…. and Shonasty chasing him….
July 31st, 2012 at 5:14 pm
I can hear the NFL Films guy when they do the feature-”Raiders…A New Era of Excellence”:
“Rolando McClain came in to the 2012 season a quiet, reserved middle linebacker, but after the Raider coaches talked to him and encouraged him he emerged as a vocal, take-charge leader of a resurgent Oakland Raider defense”.
Rolando is who he is. You can’t “force” him to be something he’s not.
Can he be a good player? I think so. Why not?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:15 pm
Mitchell steps in front of pass for Criner, intercepts Palmer. Great read, react.
4:53pm – 31 Jul 12
$$$$$$$$$$
Missile Mike!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:15 pm
Have a good one fellas I’m out! Need to set me up one of them there tweeter accounts.lol
July 31st, 2012 at 5:17 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:50 pm
O
Was it you who posted a jersey review on NFLSHOP about them being crappy quality? The person’s handle was the same as yours.lol
$$$$$$$$$
No sir, but I’m not surprised. It’s a GREAT name.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:17 pm
No injuries ?
Couple of guys stepping up.
Good day.
The clock is ticking ever closer to the Charger beatdown.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Have a good evening Tx.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Question for the Raider Brass:
If McClain is such a great leader why not have him do a sit down interview with Peter King?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:19 pm
Thanks O you too
July 31st, 2012 at 5:19 pm
Green Party Rules!
PMPP Is The Shiznet!
Later Nation.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:20 pm
LTR Tx, be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 5:20 pm
Ltr O, be safe
July 31st, 2012 at 5:21 pm
Of all the players on defense, why do you think The Reggime has CHOSEN 55 to be the leader?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:21 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:17 pm
No injuries ?
Couple of guys stepping up.
Good day.
The clock is ticking ever closer to the Charger beatdown.
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yep…disc going down on moday night in the Oco
July 31st, 2012 at 5:22 pm
DVD
55
ShoNasty
Branch
Huff
Bryant
YOUNG MONEY!!!!!!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:24 pm
Ivey will bounce back, earn the 3rd DT spot.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:27 pm
Of all the players on defense, why do you think The Reggime has CHOSEN 55 to be the leader?
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Because he’s the signal caller, plays the most important position and probably has been lacking in that department thus far ?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:28 pm
If we go with Seymour Kelly Ivey ShoNasty, I don’t see an Oline on the scedule that could match up.
Houston and Bryant off the bench????
OLines would be waving the white flag half way through the 3rd qtr.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:28 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Brining in Kerry Colins was the first mistake that led to the Gannon era unraveling.////////////////////////////////////////Maybe.That and his head coach (Norv). But he was a bit of a gunslinger and I’ve been dying for one of those ever since. Well, Grads was a gunslinger; just couldn’t sling it very far.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:29 pm
And I’m liking our new gunslinger.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:29 pm
You are fighting it 99.
Obvious is staring you right in the face, but your refusing to acknowledge even a smidget of movement in the right direction from this KID.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:33 pm
Does 55’s choice by the Reggime to lead the defense impact your faith in their abilty to lead us to the playoffs?
I mean, if 55 is the slug you say he is and The Reggime gives this guy the keys to the defense, we must be doomed, right?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:36 pm
You are fighting it 99.
Obvious is staring you right in the face, but your refusing to acknowledge even a smidget of movement in the right direction from this KID.
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Au contraire, mon ami.
I’m not fighting it. I’m wholeheartedly hoping for it and welcome it with open arms.
Hard to imagine movement in anything but the right direction.
Couldn’t get much worse.
Course, some guys hit bottom and then break out a shovel and dig deeper.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:37 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:27 pm
Of all the players on defense, why do you think The Reggime has CHOSEN 55 to be the leader?
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Because he’s the signal caller, plays the most important position and probably has been lacking in that department thus far ?
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First off, Reggie doesn’t get to decide who the leaders are on this team….
The players will decide.
Not the Coaches.
Leaders do not create followers, they create more leaders.
The only leader I see on this team thus far is Carson Palmer.
Defensively, the role will be assumed by someone.
I can guarantee you ALL one thing, it will not be McClain, and it will not be Richard Seymour.
WRITE THAT DOWN!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:38 pm
Love the title of this article:
Should say McKenzie Getting the Message Loud & CLEAR!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:39 pm
Goodson injured with Hamstring Issue
July 31st, 2012 at 5:40 pm
The only thing that can stop Slo-mania this season is the Alabama judicial system.
Clear that minor hurdle, and he will be back to cracking skulls in 2012.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:42 pm
Speaking of Digging Ditches:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oudNoKfNUfs
July 31st, 2012 at 5:43 pm
Ivey placed on NFI list.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:43 pm
Does 55’s choice by the Reggime to lead the defense impact your faith in their abilty to lead us to the playoffs?
I mean, if 55 is the slug you say he is and The Reggime gives this guy the keys to the defense, we must be doomed, right?
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To start with, Ronaldo has only been asked to be more vocal and assume a leadership role. He has not been annointed THE leader, although it would be nice if he could be that guy. He has doubts about ‘leading’ himself.
To answer the second part of your post – yes, we are doomed if Ronaldo continues to play like McSluggo.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:44 pm
Thec Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:02 pm
WR Denarious Moore, who suffered a hamstring injury during minicamp, appears to be battling a leg issue during practice.
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oh thats just fcking great. I hope these coaches don’t hamstring these guys right to the fcking bench. No D-Mo = No Suppa Bo. The great Denarius is a must have every down guy if CP3 can be expected to lead this team to Nawleens. Thats messed up.
Can we get a fcking update please ??????????? !!!
July 31st, 2012 at 5:51 pm
The only thing that can stop Slo-mania this season is the Alabama judicial system.
Clear that minor hurdle, and he will be back to cracking skulls in 2012.
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Slo-mania ? LOL. I like it.
McLainsanity ?
Have to be prepared for some alternative RoBeast monikers if he pulls his head out and delivers.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:54 pm
Intrepid Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:28 pm
Raider Riff Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Brining in Kerry Colins was the first mistake that led to the Gannon era unraveling.////////////////////////////////////////Maybe.That and his head coach (Norv). But he was a bit of a gunslinger and I’ve been dying for one of those ever since. Well, Grads was a gunslinger; just couldn’t sling it very far.
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JaMarcus was a slinger. He can throw the ball 85 yards from his knees. Strongest arm to ever play the game. To bad his agent extorted all that moolah outta Al.
July 31st, 2012 at 5:57 pm
Is Boss still with the Raiders? I’m new here. And is A-Rod still with the Yankees?
July 31st, 2012 at 5:59 pm
All eyes will be on the Raiders in this post Al Davis era. It is up to Reggie, Amy, Mark and Allen as well as the entire organization to keep the legend alive.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:00 pm
Who’s the o-line coach for the Raiders this year. Somebody said Cable was comin back to the o-line.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:02 pm
Raiderrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Crust Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:00 pm
Who’s the o-line coach for the Raiders this year. Somebody said Cable was comin back to the o-line.
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I’m going to assume you’re sincere.
Boss is in KC.
Frank Pollack is the OL coach.
I think A-Rod is in NY, but who cares?
July 31st, 2012 at 6:03 pm
Testing
July 31st, 2012 at 6:07 pm
thanks 590
July 31st, 2012 at 6:07 pm
Crust…. is full of it.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:08 pm
D Moe injured?
Raiders RapidReports@CBSSportsNFLOAK
WR Denarious Moore, who suffered a hamstring injury during minicamp, appears to be battling a leg issue during practice.
Retweeted by Vic Tafur
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Wonder why the local beatwriters didn’t notice this? Im calling BS
July 31st, 2012 at 6:09 pm
Should be an update coming up pretty quick…
July 31st, 2012 at 6:14 pm
Vic Tafur is full of crap.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:17 pm
Twitter ..Peter King …. Carson Palmer just told me ” I’ve never been this excited for a team before..
retweeted by Oakland Raiders
July 31st, 2012 at 6:18 pm
I was just over at twitter… Sounds like camps going good ..
July 31st, 2012 at 6:21 pm
Johhny, what’s up my friend?
You ready for the season?
July 31st, 2012 at 6:22 pm
Peter King is a paid voice….as most all voice’s these days are!
July 31st, 2012 at 6:23 pm
Occasionally in here I find an objective viewpoint….but I’d rather listen to trolls than Peter King.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:26 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:14 pm
Vic Tafur is full of crap.
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He actually just retweeted it, first came from CBSSportsNFLOAK
July 31st, 2012 at 6:27 pm
Sounds like Palmers happy with the direction the tams going ..
July 31st, 2012 at 6:29 pm
Backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:37
Defensively, the role will be assumed by someone.
I can guarantee you ALL one thing, it will not be McClain, and it will not be Richard Seymour. ============
Agreed. It may have to be our first round pick next year. It is a leaderless defense at the moment
July 31st, 2012 at 6:29 pm
My comment to Corky’s article posted above:
I would say to Dannis Allen, “your nose is growing Pinocchio”:
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workouts. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
Allen is full of crap. The Raiders take one step forward and one step back when its head coach bold face lies to the media.
McClain is a loser, stupid at best. His performance is atrocious, and he is overweight, that big fat azz flopping like cottage cheese.
The Raiders are retaining McClain this season hoping to salvage some of their multi-million dollar investment. But to say McClain will ever anchor, or be the leader of, the defense, is ridiculous.
“Raiders coaches are doing double time in an effort to get McClain to assert himself as a leader and the linchpin of the defense.”
A leader can never be “made”. A leader arises naturally and does what needs to be done, and does what others cannot do. In time the others will follow the so-called leader since it his will that will get the job done.
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
I find it strange that here McClain reverts to the nature of a small child, curled up sucking his thumb. Funny that McClain can take the bull by the horns and orchestrate and lead the “thug in the ghetto game” in Alabama, and almost blow the brains out of his ex best friend, yet can’t find the courage to do it on field.
“Backup safety Mike Mitchell said McClain has learned from his off-field transgressions the past year or so and that McClain is primed for a big season.
Before you discount that as a possibility, consider the quantum leaps taken in their third season by former Raider cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha and current wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey.”
In the above paragraph, Corky shows why he should be fired. “Quantum Leap”?? Quantum Leap based on what?
Furthermore Nnamdi, the greatest no shut down, shut down coorner in the history of the NFL with a whole 11 INT’s in 9 seasons went from 0 INT’s in his 2nd year to 0 INT’s in his 3rd year. Wonderful Cork ! In his 4th season Nnamdi made 8 INT’s, which is a good performance, keeping in mind GIO made 5 last yr as a back up. Nnamdi only made one INT per yr after that for a total of 11 with the Raiders.
Nnamdi is mediocre at best; Corky, well Corky, he’s questionable: he won’t tell the truth either.
Conclusion: McClain will not take a quantum leap forward since there is nothing there to base the quantum leap on. Allen and Corky are lying and full of it.
The Raider’s time now is to tell the truth; I have always said that in the past 10 yrs there were scant few at the Raiders – staff members – who knew how football should be played at a professional level.
Corky’s article here makes me wonder if that condition is still hanging upon the Raiders.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:30 pm
Goodson went down with hamstring injury and Gordon has hip flexor injury.
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Hope both are not to serious, we don’t have any depth at both TE and RB
July 31st, 2012 at 6:31 pm
Raider Nation-Station
NEW!~ 07-31-12: CAMP DAY TWO
Find out whats changed under the new regime and where we’re headed…
http://www.raidernationstation.com/camp_2012_a_new_era_begins
July 31st, 2012 at 6:32 pm
@ 605, Blackandsilverside
Well Said!
July 31st, 2012 at 6:33 pm
Wow.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:35 pm
SR Raider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:29 pm
Backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 5:37
Defensively, the role will be assumed by someone.
I can guarantee you ALL one thing, it will not be McClain, and it will not be Richard Seymour. ============
Agreed. It may have to be our first round pick next year. It is a leaderless defense at the moment
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Giordano seemed to lead our secondary last season at times….
Curry is a possibility….
Lamar Houston is a soft spoken Beast….best motor on the team!
Branch may also grow some big boy pants this season…
Who Knows?
July 31st, 2012 at 6:55 pm
KK Munster, “if you have a successful business you didn’t build that, someone else did”
You didn’t build those roads and bridges!
lmao….pretty stupid right?
July 31st, 2012 at 6:56 pm
599.backstageatapuppetshow Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:21 pm
Johhny, what’s up my friend?
You ready for the season?
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You bet Backstage.
Seems like everybody’s got an opinion on who will do what this yr.
Now they have this PRO 32 thing.
Good thing the games get played on the field.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Again:
I would say to Dannis Allen, “your nose is growing Pinocchio”:
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workouts. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
The Raiders actually began practice yesterday. I know that confusion basically reins there now, with no one leading no one on a roster that totals almost 90 players.
Does Coach Allen think we are stupid? And for that matter does Corky think so too? Simple common sense tells one that in off season practices and 2 days of training camp McClain has not taken control of the defense.
No one has done much of anything at this point, and won’t do much until the roster is down to approximately 75 men. We are supposed to believe that McClain has undergone the “quantum leap” in performance and character development in two days??
To Allen: quit enabling this guy. Quit lying about him right to our faces. The more you attempt to falsely bolster McClain the more incompetent you look, and the more McClain will gain a false sense of confidence that he is indeed, a “leader.”
To Corky: do your job as a journalist. Quit allowing HC Allen to lie to us and not call him out about it. I know that you tread a razor’s edge and if you tell the truth you shall be banned from the Raiders’ facilities.
You call yourself a journalist now act like one: man up or go kick rocks partner.
July 31st, 2012 at 6:59 pm
602.realtruraider Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:26 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:14 pm
Vic Tafur is full of crap.
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He actually just retweeted it, first came from CBSSportsNFLOAK
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I know. I just wanted to pick on Vic for no reason.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:00 pm
Blackandsilverside Says:
July 31st, 2012 at 6:29 pm
My comment to Corky’s article posted above:
I would say to Dannis Allen, “your nose is growing Pinocchio”:
“He’s done a real good job from a leadership standpoint,” coach Dennis Allen said after an offseason workouts. “He’s very instinctive. He’s smart out there. He’s taken command of the huddle. Those things I’ve been pleased with.”
Allen is full of crap. The Raiders take one step forward and one step back when its head coach bold face lies to the media.
McClain is a loser, stupid at best. His performance is atrocious, and he is overweight, that big fat azz flopping like cottage cheese.
The Raiders are retaining McClain this season hoping to salvage some of their multi-million dollar investment. But to say McClain will ever anchor, or be the leader of, the defense, is ridiculous.
“Raiders coaches are doing double time in an effort to get McClain to assert himself as a leader and the linchpin of the defense.”
A leader can never be “made”. A leader arises naturally and does what needs to be done, and does what others cannot do. In time the others will follow the so-called leader since it his will that will get the job done.
“Oh. I don’t know,” McClain said, when asked if he’s comfortable being a leader. “I don’t, really. My nature is, I’m a quiet shy guy and I keep to myself. The coaches ask me to get away from that, basically. I’m trying to do that and I’m fighting with myself.”
I find it strange that here McClain reverts to the nature of a small child, curled up sucking his thumb. Funny that McClain can take the bull by the horns and orchestrate and lead the “thug in the ghetto game” in Alabama, and almost blow the brains out of his ex best friend, yet can’t find the courage to do it on field.
“Backup safety Mike Mitchell said McClain has learned from his off-field transgressions the past year or so and that McClain is primed for a big season.
Before you discount that as a possibility, consider the quantum leaps taken in their third season by former Raider cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha and current wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey.”
In the above paragraph, Corky shows why he should be fired. “Quantum Leap”?? Quantum Leap based on what?
Furthermore Nnamdi, the greatest no shut down, shut down coorner in the history of the NFL with a whole 11 INT’s in 9 seasons went from 0 INT’s in his 2nd year to 0 INT’s in his 3rd year. Wonderful Cork ! In his 4th season Nnamdi made 8 INT’s, which is a good performance, keeping in mind GIO made 5 last yr as a back up. Nnamdi only made one INT per yr after that for a total of 11 with the Raiders.
Nnamdi is mediocre at best; Corky, well Corky, he’s questionable: he won’t tell the truth either.
Conclusion: McClain will not take a quantum leap forward since there is nothing there to base the quantum leap on. Allen and Corky are lying and full of it.
The Raider’s time now is to tell the truth; I have always said that in the past 10 yrs there were scant few at the Raiders – staff members – who knew how football should be played at a professional level.
Corky’s article here makes me wonder if that condition is still hanging upon the Raiders.
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Another hater Nation/lost me when he said Nnamdi sucked he has been one of the best cover corners since 07.
he will be slurpin Mcclains balls by seasons end. some folks just dont knw football.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Gotta Let the coaches coach.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:09 pm
we all knw mcclain did something stupid but so have plenty of athletes but to say this guy will never amount to anything after 2 seasons is asinine.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:11 pm
615
Yeah, Im sure that fool was one of the people calling DMC and DHB bums before there 3rd year. I picked DHB as my MUP last year and he proved me right, I really think McClain will have a great not good year this season. There will be alot of people on here eating crow thats fo sho
July 31st, 2012 at 7:14 pm
Eastoaklandraider,
Grow up baby boy
In 8 seasons playing for the Raiders Lester Hayes had 39 INT’s.
In 2 seasons playing with the Raiders, at the end of his career, Rod Woodson had 10 INT’s.
In his 8 seasons playing for the Raiders Nnamdi had 11. As I said, Gio had 5 INT’s last year playing as a backup end.
Please quote me the statistics that demonstrate Nnamdi has been one of the best cover corners since 07. I’ll be glad to analyze them.
I believe all you have to rely on is cheap talk by sports commentators, writers, etc., who allowed a misbegotten myth regarding Nnamdi to arise.
As I say, the greatest “no shut down, shut down corner” in the NFL today.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:17 pm
Gio played Safety last year.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:19 pm
a corner cannot always be judged by ints my friend everybody knows how good Nnamdi is except you. he cut the field in half and qbs rarely even threw his way the ultimate respect and thats why he the top free agent black analyze that.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:23 pm
guess Revis is no good either. but thats who the media proclaim as the top two corners.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Jets also wanted Nnamdi.
July 31st, 2012 at 7:35 pm
Eastoaklandraider,
Where did you come with the following statement???
“a corner cannot always be judged by ints my friend everybody knows how good Nnamdi is except you.”
I agree Darelle Revis is a great corner. He has 18 INT’s in 5 seasons playing with the Jets, almost double the production of Nnamdi. Analyze that my friend.
And I really don’t care whom the media proclaims to be the best 2 corners in the NFL. Reevis may be one but Nnamdi definitely is not.
BTW, I bet you were a JC worshipper, down on your knees praying and supplicating yourself, proclaiming that JC WAS a #1 QB, possibly the second coming of Jim Plunkett.
Funny you, a day after he entered free agency JC signed as #2, Jay Cutler’s backup.
August 1st, 2012 at 3:17 am
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