Fans give practice far different feel
By Steve Corkran
Friday, August 3rd, 2012 at 7:30 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Players practiced in relative quiet the first three days of training camp here in Napa. On Friday, 1,000 or so fans livened up things quite a bit, though Raiders coach Dennis Allen stuck to his original script.
“This was the exact same practice we would have had if no fans were here,” Allen said. “We’re focused in on how we’re going to get better as a football team We don’t worry about any of the outside influences. We’re just worried about us.”
That doesn’t mean Allen, his coaches and the players weren’t aware of the fans’ presence. The fans applauded, grumbled, shouted words of encouragement and criticism and weren’t shy about showing their appreciation for the Raiders letting them in for a sneak peek of the players that they will be cheering for this season.
The fans were treated to a slew of memorable plays, from wide receiver Jacoby Ford blowing past cornerback Shawntae Spencer and under a long pass from quarterback Carson Palmer to cornerback DeMarcus Van Dyke intercepting Palmer and returning the ball for a touchdown to wide receiver Denarius Moore making a one-handed grab of a pass from Matt Leinart.
Fullback Marcel Reece seemed to echo many of his teammates when he said that he was aware of the fans but not affected.
“Same practice,” Reece said. “That is for the fans, it’s not for us. We know the fans are here, we know we have their support. But we still have to do our job. We have to keep our focus, do everything we need to do.
“These things are for the fans because we owe them so much because of their support, but for us, it’s the same old practice. Getting down to it, getting more intense. Got the pads on, just getting out there and having fun and trying to learn.”
– The Raiders remained pretty consistent in their defensive scheme the first three practices, especially when it came to the use of a 4-3 alignment.
Finally, on Friday, the 3-4 surfaced as more than an oddity. In fact, there was one point where it was used more often than not.
Allen prohibits the mention of specifics, for obvious reasons. Suffice, he is serious when he says the Raiders are going to be “multiple.”
We can expect more and more stuff to surface as camp progresses, Allen said.
“A lot of the stuff we’re going to do, even in OTAs, we mixed some of that stuff in,” Allen said. “But we’re going to continue to add as we go along. We’ve still got a long training camp process. And we’ve still got a lot of stuff we’ve got to get installed both offensively, defensively and on the special teams between now and when we kick off on Monday night against San Diego.”
Guess is, Allen and his coaching staff worked in the 3-4 plenty when the media weren’t permitted access to offseason workouts, and they will do likewise once camp breaks and a large portion of practices in Alameda are closed to the media.
That’s not uncommon in today’s NFL, where paranoia reigns supreme and every coach is fearful of any information being exposed to other teams.
– Moore returned to practice after sitting out Wednesday with a right hamstring injury. He was sporting a brace that ran from his calf to his hamstring.
Cornerback Ron Bartell, punter Shane Lechler, defensive tackle Travis Ivey, linebacker Aaron Curry and tight end Richard Gordon were the only five players unable to practice.
– At this time last year, Moore was turning heads on a daily basis. Based on his play during offseason workouts, rookie Juron Criner figured to be that guy this camp.
Not quite yet. Criner started slowly, but he has reached the point where he is making several nice plays per practice. Criner said he didn’t feel any pressure to stand out based on his earlier play.
“I wouldn’t quite say any more pressure, any less pressure,” Criner said. “I’m just expected to come out and show what I’ve been showing and show my progress.”
Well, then, he is succeeding so far.
Criner caught several passes over the middle Friday, including one in which he was distracted by a pass that sailed just over a defender’s hand.
Those are the kinds of plays that he and fellow rookie Rod Streater are expected to make, he said, because of their being labeled as possession receivers.
“We got to be fearless in there,” Criner said. “Basically, go over the middle, catch anything around us and have the biggest radius we can.”
– Former Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon reportedly said that he envisions free agent wide receiver Plaxico Burress winding up with the Raiders at some point. Naturally, the rumor mill kicked into overdrive.
Allen said he is pleased with the receivers he has on his roster. However, he added, the Raiders look at every player.
“I’ll say this, we’re going to look at any options that are out there that we think we can make us better,” Allen said. “Whether or not we make any moves or not, that’s to be determined, but we’re not going to rule anything out.”
Burress remains a free agent. It’s unclear what his reason is for not signing with another team. It likely has to do with his belief that he still can be a starter in the NFL and/or his desire for more money than anyone is offering.
– Receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey showed his playful side during a post-practice interview. Check it out.
Q: You and DeMarcus Van Dyke are having some heated battles. Is there a rivalry building?
Heyward-Bey: “Who?”
Q: “DVD.”
“Who?”
Finally, Heyward-Bey broke down and answered the question.
“Nah, nah, nah, DVD, he’s playing great right now,” Heyward-Bey said. “You can tell he’s been working. He’s got my number a few times. I got him a few times. But that’s what camp’s for, battles.”
– Coach Allen, members of his staff and all the players signed autographs, posed for pictures and mingled with fans for 10 minutes or so after practice. Nice touch.
“The fans were great,” Allen said. “The players reacted well to it. At the end of the day, this league is what it is because of the fans, so our ability to do something to give back and give them an opportunity to come and check out what we’re doing here, there’s a lot of excitement around here. It was a good situation, both for the fans and for us as an organization.”
– Play of the day
Defensive tackle Jamie Cumbie reached in and knocked loose the ball on a play in which running back Darren McFadden bolted through the line of scrimmage. McFadden chased after the ball in an attempt to recover, as fans groaned.
– Quote of the day
“Everything. I watch his every move. If he sneezes I’m there to say bless you. I take as much as I can from a guy like that.” — Criner on Heyward-Bey
– All eyes were on Heyward-Bey during camp in 2009 for his status as the No. 7 pick in the NFL draft and the fact he received more than $23 million guaranteed, as well as his struggles holding on to the ball.
All eyes are on Heyward-Bey again this camp. Only this time, it’s to see what play he’s going to turn in next. Quite a marked turnaround for Heyward-Bey.
Things have changed so much that all the other receivers now ask for advice from Heyward-Bey on a daily basis as the team’s most-seasoned recevier. It’s a role that Heyward-Bey welcomes.
“Last year, I was a leader in that room last year, in the meeting room, just being on top of things,” Heyward-Bey said. “Just being out on the field, I don’t say much but I just try to go out there and lead by example. Run hard. Anytime we have anything going on, the guys look toward me, and I have no problem, with that.”
As Criner said, guys such as him and Streater take their cues from Heyward-Bey, both on and off the field. Not a bad role model. Few work as hard as Heyward-Bey.
It was easy to criticize Heyward-Bey for his play the first two seasons, but give the man credit for continuing to work hard, not making excuses and doing whatever he could to get better.
“Listen, there’s a lot of different ways that you lead,” Allen said. “People talk about leading by example. He can be a guy that can come out here and do it the right way every time. There’s nothing that says a guy, even though he might not be a vocal guy, that says he can’t get on somebody if they’re not doing it right.
“We’re all held to a certain standard and, at the end of the day, we’ve got a job to do and we’ve got to make sure we get our job done no matter who’s called to do what.”
Allen was speaking in general, but he might as well have been speaking about Heyward-Bey.
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August 3rd, 2012 at 7:35 pm
Primero
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:36 pm
Omg yes!!!!!!!!!
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:41 pm
They don’t all have a job to do, they are all PAID to do a job….
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:44 pm
I’ll reserve credit to anyone on this team until February….until then….they should not expect credit for anything going on in Training Camp.
In Fact, if they aren’t out there making as many mistakes as possible then they aren’t being pushed hard ENOUGH.
Training Camp is to train….not to perform….not to execute…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaPHPQt91w8
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:48 pm
best I have ever done!
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:49 pm
DHB will go down as a great Raider, and a fan favorite when all is said and done.
Good job young man
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:49 pm
Hopefully McCheese was listening to Allen’s statement about leadership.
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:50 pm
I was there today, and DHB still, for the most part, catches the ball with his body.
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:54 pm
KK
Am going on Sunday. What’s the parking situation? what time do I need to be there to get a spot nearby? There are two groups – the free tickets from raider outlets and the Season ticket holders who got the perk VIP tickets for paying early. I’m in the latter group. Where do they sign in? Nearby the parking? Any info you can share is appreciated.
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:55 pm
Jack Crawford is an impressive looking specimen.
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:56 pm
Koolkell, aren’t you there everyday?
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:56 pm
KK
Too hot for black jerseys?
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:58 pm
You need to park at the Marriott and wak to practice. I got there at 1:30 and. The place was packed. Free parking at Marriott. There’s no parking at the practice facility, that I could see.
August 3rd, 2012 at 7:59 pm
No, everybody had them on, it was warm, but there was also a breeze.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:00 pm
Amy was all over the place talking to fans.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Thanks for the feedback.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Bilikudi’s lower body doesn’t quite seem NFL Ready, IMO.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:03 pm
Rumor control said Palmer is looking pretty good (sans pick to DVD)
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:03 pm
Liking what I’m hearing about DVD so far.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:04 pm
One one play, Tommy Kelly jumped offsides, followed quickly by Seymour.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:04 pm
YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH sorry for the wait folks….traffic was lightweight a btch from Napa and me and grandpa stopped at Outback Steakhouse in Pinole
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:05 pm
Palmer is head and shoulders better than the other two. Waaaay better.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:07 pm
In my opinion, our season rests on Palmer and McFadden. More on McFadden.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:07 pm
Right after practice, I’m having a beer with Atkinson at the hotel bar. He knew my mother.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:08 pm
Our season does not rest on 2 players out of 53….
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:09 pm
More likely than not, there was wobble on Pryors ball.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:11 pm
There’s not much behind those two, so, yeah, I would say they are pretty significant.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:12 pm
Unless Taiwan Jones and Matt Leinart are your utopian idea of backups.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:14 pm
I wasn’t thinking they’d be in Pads.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:17 pm
Criner, Streater looked good, Ford looked good. Owen Schmitt’s pads were making a lot of noise, plus he caught a couple out of the backfield
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:20 pm
KK
Its ALL good!
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:22 pm
Owen Schmitt’s pads were making a lot of noise,
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That’s a good look, KK.
How were they using Reece?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:23 pm
Any 3-4 NTs we should know about?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:24 pm
Who was playing NT in the 3-4?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:25 pm
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lol, Im a lil slow
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:26 pm
Not sure why Cork can’t give us info on the 3-4 when there was over a 1000 fans there.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:33 pm
Well what can I say…that was an experience! I wish all you blog ppl can view that because it sure was fun!
I got there at about 12:30 or so but got the run around for which line I had to be in or whatever
Anyway….everyone seemed to run to the free gatorade coolers all day…nice diverse crowd with the kiddies there and all
I guess from only 2:45 to 3:45 you could only take pics but I damn sure violated that rule lol
I had great convos about this team….everyone had a difference of opinion but it was sure cool
At first there was no hitting just more so position drills…I guess they were just getting warmed up and all…but nevermind all of that let’s get to to business
At first I was near the entrance way so when the defense walked over fromthe far field..Tommy Kelly was getting clowned…all you heard was “BOSS”….and “Rozaaaaaaaaaaay”……of course you know the B@uce surely mocked Kelly but he wasnt alone. A few guys think on the same plane as the B@uce…of course a few disagreed but this one OG in particular kept on with his USC stuff…then Cal fans got at him but he was cool….it was all in fun
Then someone mentioned Amy Trask was near well you know me…I went down and introduced my self as NORCO Bob’s friend and immediately I was given the VIP red band to get closer view of alot of stuff…Amy and I email each other alot…you can see the passion and fire from this small little lady as she interacted with fans saying,” Why arent you guys loud?”
Let me tell you this….I’m hard on DHB but dude works his ass off and he looks better catching…a few he caught with his body but some other times I saw him use his hands…they had this WR drill where they had to do alot of cuts around cones and some funny looking small goalie thingamajig…anyhow I thought he did well and he has some confidence brewing….just dont know what he was doing not extending fully on a CP pass that ended up picked off
Jacoby Ford is someone I’m hard on but he sure plays big and knows how to beat his man like a drum. On a deep pretty pass from Palmer he worked 49er ass Spencer…the crowd loved it! I hope lil man is ready and is healthy because he looked damn good
Rod Streater did his thing! He uses his hands well and will go up for the rock…you gotta love that. I think he makes the team unless he just falls the hell off
Criner was ballin….I kept hyping his name before practice and he didnt disappoint at all! He knows how to play WR…he can find the open spaces and uses his big body well….I had to run to car because battery was dying(unsmart phone) and I heard a loud yell from the Marriot parking lot! I came back and found out it was Criner snagging a beatuy from Leinart….then when I came back he makes a grat shoestring catch on a deep route on the sideline
David Ausberry is much bigger and did nice blocking….he also made a few nice grabs…..I dig Myers but he better watch out….the USC kid is coming hard for your spot!
Our RB trio is fast and elusive and they all can catch….Jones just looks too damn fast…I say he is the fastest guy in NFL…wished dmac didnt fumble but no one is perfect. I like Goodson alot….he has nice moves and definitely has the speed necessary to make huge plays….I’m very excited about this group
Owen Schmitt is gonna be our Fb….I love Tonga as yall know but Schmitt I see has more athletic ability and seems to explode into a defensive player plus he got better hands
Marcel Reece just continues to make catches…..I never dig his blocking but dude is a playmaker for us
I was surprised to see Matt Leinart hit some deep passes….I saw way more zip on his passes than I could have dreamed of. I’m sure he happy to be back in Cali. He seemed confident throwing the ball. I think he a perfect backup to Palmer
Speaking of Palmer…yeah he missed some throw but damn does he throw a pretty pass! I really liked what I saw from him today. His fastball seems faster than last season. You can see him definitely being a leader out there….bold well for the season
The offense is a WCO based one I guess but you can see that they will try and attack downfield and take advantage of Palmer’s strengths….this is Knapp’s last chance and he must make best of it
The Oline looks decent but what stood out to me was Khalif Barnes….he looks in great shape and was blocking well as well as the others….yeah I guess Cooper was in that too
Bergstrom I like his strength but he is a rookie and will need some work to unseat Cooper…only preseason will tell us more
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:33 pm
realtruraider Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:24 pm
Who was playing NT in the 3-4?
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This.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:33 pm
Who was playing OLB?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:35 pm
Terrel Pryor needs work tho…his passes flutter….yes he has arm strength and he made a wonderful sideline pass to Ausberry which was by far his best pass of the day and his delivery is better but I just dont see the proper precision on his passes to beat out Leinart for the number 2 spot
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:37 pm
Great Job B.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:38 pm
Schmitt’s pads were making noise with his blocking in the running play drills. Plus he caught a couple out of the backfield.
Reece, I think was catching passes out of the backfield.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:41 pm
Yeah, Ausberry is a pretty big guy.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:45 pm
Did you guys get a chance to see Nate Stupar play?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:46 pm
AS for defense….no 3-4 looks at all….4-3 was it….maybe they’ll incorporate it some more as Napa and the preseason go on but 4-3 is obviously gonna be what we see for the most part…..
I saw alot of 1 deep safety but definitely you can see the defense will be blitzing alot….it was crazy to see LBs crowd the line
I just love Miles Burris….I heard the coaches a few times yell “Good job miles!”…..he plays with serious aggression and tenacity….expect him to get some sacks and maybe be our best blitzer …no bs
Saw some blitzes outta nowhere from the safety position but a few times I saw Branch playing Center field
So its obvious we have a different defense than the ones we are used to
DVD is looking to make that step….he is rail thin but his recovery speed is blinding….he closes in with the best of them….but he broke up a pass and kinda showboated and Dennis Allen cussed him out….I heard it too cuz it was right near me…said something to the tune of “you do that sschit again and you’re fkin going(pointing) to the sidelines…I was juiced to see that!. Dennis aint fkin around
Chekwa got beat a few times but he also looks better tha spencer who just flat out sucks…they need to cut his ass. I’d take Pat Lee over him as well
Safety play I think is just ok but when hitting happens in preseason I think I will know more…a few times on some catches I think the WRs woulda got smashed in twade!
Lamarr Houston I still believe needs to be inside but because Kelly is there I doubt it….Kelly is a big dude but he jumped offsides a few times today
McClain seems quicker to the ball IMO…he smacked Goodson something fierce….I hope I see him do that this season
Seymour seems to be the leader on defense…although I dont think he lasts this season without an injury. The players seem to love the guy tho
I spoke with SacBee’s Jason Jones who was there and he agreed that this defense will be smoke and mirrors because we missing a few things but we agreed that it will be better than that joke we saw last year
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:50 pm
Fun day. Niice crowd.
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:51 pm
Lucky Bastards!
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:53 pm
Fun day. Niice crowd
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KK, That’s all you got? How did the rookies look?
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:53 pm
At the end when everyone was getting autographs I took pics and made some jokes at the players
Mike goodson was cool as he knows my cousin’s hubby Seyi….he damn sure gave the B@uce a pound and told Seyi and his wife was good….I told him I know in carolina they didnt let you eat but you gonna eat here….WELCOME to OAKLAND…..big grin…he seems happy to be here
Tommy Kelly didnt appreciate me mocking him in my Rick Ross voice and then I said DTs play the run first…you know I didnt give a damn
DHb….well I asked him how he feels about Chris Carter kissing his ass now….he shook his head saying he didnt care and that he doesnt watch that stuff….I can appreciate that eventho you know it aint true…he lightweight laughed about it
Jacoby Ford sure laughed when i outed him about drinking hella Flaming DR. Peppers at Kincaids….he looked at me like schit…who does this mthfka know? But he laughed it off and played around saying he was there last night
Tollefson was happy to be back and I told him welcome back and he better bring championship experience here
Terrelle Pryor was cool…gave me pound
Barnes and me had a good chuckle talking about him playing TE again…he told me I prolly dont have to as long as DMAC gets the ball alot…I agreed
Lamarr Houston immediately came up to me and we chopped it up due to meeting each other at my cousin’s wedding…he said he was ready and told me to say whats up to my family that he met
Great Day!
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:54 pm
Good stuff Meth. Cork said they showed some 3-4 though, in the post above
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Christo Bilikudi is bigger than I thought…he is listed at 6′5 311….I do notice he seems to explode off the snap….we can sure use that up the middle
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Wow, this is so great
Genital and grandpappy KrappyRat go to practice then enjoy a lovely meal at Outback together
I knew the Silver & Black would make these two goofs forget their differences
Thank you, Lady Libert
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:56 pm
Realtruraider Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:54 pm
Good stuff Meth. Cork said they showed some 3-4 though, in the post above
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I sure as fk didnt see it but hey may have been disguised…it is the new defense but everyone out there was talking about not really seeing a 3-4….i did a few times get up and leave to get gatorade and use the restroom so it may have happened but I saw 4-3
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 pm
Good updates fellas.
Appreciate ya!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 pm
Brien. you should be sportswritin brah. nice report…
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:02 pm
Unsure yet because preseason hasnt happened but on offense I see this…and I dont agree with it but I going with how coaches may view it
QB Palmer
RB Dmac
FB Reece
WR DHB
LT Veldheer
LG Cooper….gawd
C Wiz
RG Brisiel
RT Barnes
TE Myers
WR Moore
Defense
RDE Shonasty
DT Seymour
DT Kelly
LDE Houston
WLB Curry…he should be SLB he cant cover
MLB Romac
SLB Wheeler…should be WLB
CB DVD
FS Huff
SS Branch
CB Chekwa…if Bartell dont get his ass on the field soon
I dont agree with it all but I think thats how it will go down
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:03 pm
Kell, and B@uce big ups on the report…. 1 NATION
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:04 pm
J Hill Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 pm
Good updates fellas.
Appreciate ya!
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Haha no prob…..i wish all the bloggers even the ones I dont agree with can go….it felt like I was with family….ppl came from all over Cali for it
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:04 pm
@55
He should, that was the best camp report I have seen so far.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:05 pm
My inner Raider is all smiles and happy schit…
CODE BLACK 2012
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:05 pm
Brahs, I think we all need to give a huge Beeech Dawg-Style Shout Out to the USA for bringing peace & harmony to the Kelly Family
With all this great luck, I totally believe KrappyRat will get his first listing of the new millenium.
NOT
Yo, gettin’ ready to spank it again to some Lisa Ann adult cinema
The Beeech Lawg – all 11+ inches of him – is feelin’ the heat, but bringin’ the FIRE
GETTIN’ IRIE MON
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:05 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Wow, this is so great
Genital and grandpappy KrappyRat go to practice then enjoy a lovely meal at Outback together
I knew the Silver & Black would make these two goofs forget their differences
Thank you, Lady Libert
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I didnt have pleasure of meeting Kell….no that its a big deal….we werent there to have it out…it was about seeing a new era of the Raiders….woulda been very selfish to make it about us eventhough thats what you want
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:07 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:01 pm
Brien. you should be sportswritin brah. nice report…
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Possibly but I’d have to cut back on being so rough around the edges and not being so subjective with my schit….sighs…in due time in due time lol
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:09 pm
Possibly but I’d have to cut back on being so rough around the edges and not being so subjective with my schit….sighs…in due time in due time lol
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You’ll chill as you get older my friend.. you’ll see…lol
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:10 pm
Thec Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:03 pm
Kell, and B@uce big ups on the report…. 1 NATION
Realtruraider Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:04 pm
@55
He should, that was the best camp report I have seen so far.
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LOL thanks fellas….just wanted all my nation family to be informed on the new era
Dennis Allen is “Papa dont take no mess”…he runs a tight ship and we can see he has their damn attention
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:10 pm
GO RAIDERSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:11 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Bilikudi’s lower body doesn’t quite seem NFL Ready, IMO.
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Where did they have him lined up? How was his footwork?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:11 pm
B
Great reports. I’m going on Sunday. I guess I get the red band you mentioned. Any tips on making the trip a more successful one?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
Jacoby Ford is someone I’m hard on but he sure plays big and knows how to beat his man like a drum. On a deep pretty pass from Palmer he worked 49er ass Spencer…the crowd loved it! I hope lil man is ready and is healthy because he looked damn good
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JFord is will prove to be the Raids best deep threat.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
Genital, I’ve been preaching peace & harmony between you two all week, don’t get it twisted
I’m proud of both of you bloggers for not getting in a wrestling match in the stands
Although I gotta admit, I was worried as heck that old troll KrappyRat would try to dry hump the entire offensive line
My little Amy-Cakes barely avoided a major PR nightmare
WRECKS N EFFECT
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
How did the 2nd team OL and DL look?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
I dont know… today felt like Raider Christmas or something.. best Kool-Aid I ever had.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:13 pm
Dennis Allen is “Papa dont take no mess”…he runs a tight ship and we can see he has their damn attention
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Patton seems like he is not takin any schit…i like that he got in DVD’s azz for celebratin…
We win our 4th Davis, then we can ALL celebrate.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:14 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:09 pm
Possibly but I’d have to cut back on being so rough around the edges and not being so subjective with my schit….sighs…in due time in due time lol
88888888888888888888888888888888
You’ll chill as you get older my friend.. you’ll see…lol
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I hope so….I think the thing is I’m so obsessed with seeing a title won that I can remember…..only title I can jump to is 89 lol when A’s beat giants…I need more….you older cats got to see some good schit in your days
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:15 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
Jacoby Ford is someone I’m hard on but he sure plays big and knows how to beat his man like a drum. On a deep pretty pass from Palmer he worked 49er ass Spencer…the crowd loved it! I hope lil man is ready and is healthy because he looked damn good
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JFord is will prove to be the Raids best deep threat.
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100% Not truth… Not sure anyone can cover him 1 o 1.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:17 pm
Thec Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:15 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
Jacoby Ford is someone I’m hard on but he sure plays big and knows how to beat his man like a drum. On a deep pretty pass from Palmer he worked 49er ass Spencer…the crowd loved it! I hope lil man is ready and is healthy because he looked damn good
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JFord is will prove to be the Raids best deep threat.
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100% truth… Not sure anyone can cover him 1 o 1.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:17 pm
Thec Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:11 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:01 pm
Bilikudi’s lower body doesn’t quite seem NFL Ready, IMO.
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Where did they have him lined up? How was his footwork?
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He is more top heavy as Kell said but I think he has some quick feet and seems like a classic penetrating DT…still a rookie from a smaller school so preseason will tell us more
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:17 pm
typo RM99, JFORD is the best DT WR the NATION has.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:19 pm
He is more top heavy as Kell said but I think he has some quick feet and seems like a classic penetrating DT…
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Thats what liked about him most his footwork…
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Any other WR’s make plays besides the usual suspects?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Brahs, that bucket of KFC the Beeech Diggity enjoyed earlier is coming out in hot, stinky sludge bombs
Haven’t dropped a duece this runny since I beer bonged a 4 pack of wine coolers
Yo, before I start War Horse on DVD, gots to rub a lil Aloe Vera on my poo hole, holla
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:20 pm
J Hill Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:12 pm
How did the 2nd team OL and DL look?
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I wasnt overly impressed but Zach Hurd looked pretty decent to me blocking…Barksdale I dont think has the feet to be a tackle in this league…Bergstrom is strong but needs more work on his technique in my view…maybe it was just today czu i dont see all practices
DL? Biliduki looks like he will be the 4th DT…no Ivey and I think that ship has sailed…..dude fked his career up maybe…need to stop digging in all that pork….Tollefson is a backup DE but I saw him a few times at LDE with first team
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:22 pm
Thec Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Any other WR’s make plays besides the usual suspects?
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Calhoun and Muhammad did cool…McGee dropped one i remember….he didnt look strong as we had read the other days….maybe just an off day
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:23 pm
DMAC…the semi pro just hit me on the text…said First Friday’s downtown is smackin!…I chose to be home
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:24 pm
The A’s cruising thru to btm of 8th up 4-1
All those folks today too were in lively discussion about the A’s
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:25 pm
As I told B today, we may have the deepest most talented WR corps in the NFL. Mix in CP3.. Mix in DMac, Taiwan and Goody. Now where is Reece? Who’s got Ausberry? Are you kidding me?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:25 pm
As I told B today, we may have the deepest most talented WR corps in the NFL. Mix in CP3.. Mix in DMac, Taiwan and Goody. Now where is Reece? Who’s got Ausberry? Are you kidding me?
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Yeah seriously….if people sleep on our offense they entering the danger zone…offense should be explosive as well as versatile
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:25 pm
As I told B today, we may have the deepest most talented WR corps in the NFL. Mix in CP3.. Mix in DMac, Taiwan and Goody. Now where is Reece? Who’s got Ausberry? Are you kidding me?
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= enough weapons for a top 5 O…No kool aid needed.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:28 pm
B, you see the Wizard of Auz beatin out Oscsr Myers?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:28 pm
Preseason here we come WHOOO_HOOO!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:29 pm
I’m juiced for tomorrow…Hwnrdr,DMAC,Dell and the B@uce gonna take in an A’s game….crowd good tonite and downtown Oakland is smackin….hope the city rakes in some dinero….maybe it is start of good times here in the 510…we need it
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
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BLACK!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
DVD is looking to make that step….he is rail thin but his recovery speed is blinding….he closes in with the best of them….but he broke up a pass and kinda showboated and Dennis Allen cussed him out….I heard it too cuz it was right near me…said something to the tune of “you do that sschit again and you’re fkin going(pointing) to the sidelines…I was juiced to see that!. Dennis aint fkin around
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Glad to hear it.
That’s where discipline, being a professional, and even eliminating stupid penalties begins.
Next time DHB starts doing his sorry ass Merton Hanks chicken neck head bobbing routine after making a catch, he should get his butt chewed out too.
Act like you’ve been there before. Don’t celebrate making a play by showboating. Get back to the fkn huddle and be ready to do it again. Keep your head in the game and quit with the ‘me,me,me’ crap.
I can’t stand that crap. I always thought Thomas Howard was a pretty good player – at least as a cover LB. Really didn’t care that the Raids let him walk, just bcz watching him do a celebratory dance after making a tackle 8 yards downfield was intolerable. Seen him dancing after making a tackle 8 yards downfield and the Raids losing by 23 pts.
I blame that on piss poor coaching, for not nipping that crap in the bud IMMEDIATELY.
Still, shows me that a guy’s head isn’t screwed on right, and that he just doesn’t get it.
It’s up to a good coach to make sure these seemingly small details get attended to, that every guy gets it, and set the tone for the entire aquad.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:31 pm
Thec Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:28 pm
B, you see the Wizard of Auz beatin out Oscsr Myers?
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From what I saw today….great chance…..just having more agility and such with improved blocking…the staff may be forced to do it….but i think initially Myers starts but Ausberry will not be some scrub
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:31 pm
Yo, the Beeech Diggity would def get some of these USA divers from behind
Gotta love the muscle and all the hustle
I’d break ‘em down with a few of my original hip hop raps, then a little white wine, then close the deal with a reggae verse from Rasta Ganja
You KNOW you hear that red, white & blue hittin’ the floor, whut whut
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:32 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
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BLACK!
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YES YES YES YES….its August and the heat is on!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:32 pm
A’s a much better team when Rice Crispy is playing.
Inge strikes out 2 damn much. Needs to see a shrink or hynotic suggestion type.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:33 pm
And as you guys have heard before from me what was confirmed….LA will get two teams and it will be the Chargers and the Rams to follow
I plan to go to SD for the season finale…thats the last game in Sd and what would be better than to go and see Raiders send them on their way while we clinch division and take a few of their women down?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 pm
Next time DHB starts doing his sorry ass Merton Hanks chicken neck head bobbing routine after making a catch, he should get his butt chewed out too.
Act like you’ve been there before. Don’t celebrate making a play by showboating. Get back to the fkn huddle and be ready to do it again. Keep your head in the game and quit with the ‘me,me,me’ crap.
I can’t stand that crap
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egg zac lee… You have not one another DAVIS, so why are you celebratin…
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 pm
lucky b@sta@rds!
its awesome yall got to attend what schitty coverage i got to view on nfl network. there on the jets and teblowme to dam much!
thanks for that fan insight Method, that coverage you just did is better than any mediot on the networks.
thanks brotha!
RAIDER FAHQIN NATION BABY!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:37 pm
Everyone was in agreement on a few things concerning AFC west
SD will have offense but will get the blues on defense…Norv is out after this year
Den everyone shunned the idea of them winning west…one smack to Peyton and he will call it quits
KC will be tough on D….real tough….we all had to admit that
Think AFC West is a dogfight
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:37 pm
I’m tooo drunk and geeked to converse properly. Thanks for the call and updates B.. you are the Raiders ..
CODE BLACK 2012
There is only one Nation
Return to Excellence
Yeah
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:39 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
DVD is looking to make that step….he is rail thin but his recovery speed is blinding….he closes in with the best of them….but he broke up a pass and kinda showboated and Dennis Allen cussed him out….I heard it too cuz it was right near me…said something to the tune of “you do that sschit again and you’re fkin going(pointing) to the sidelines…I was juiced to see that!. Dennis aint fkin around
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Glad to hear it.
That’s where discipline, being a professional, and even eliminating stupid penalties begins.
Next time DHB starts doing his sorry ass Merton Hanks chicken neck head bobbing routine after making a catch, he should get his butt chewed out too.
Act like you’ve been there before. Don’t celebrate making a play by showboating. Get back to the fkn huddle and be ready to do it again. Keep your head in the game and quit with the ‘me,me,me’ crap.
I can’t stand that crap. I always thought Thomas Howard was a pretty good player – at least as a cover LB. Really didn’t care that the Raids let him walk, just bcz watching him do a celebratory dance after making a tackle 8 yards downfield was intolerable. Seen him dancing after making a tackle 8 yards downfield and the Raids losing by 23 pts.
I blame that on piss poor coaching, for not nipping that crap in the bud IMMEDIATELY.
Still, shows me that a guy’s head isn’t screwed on right, and that he just doesn’t get it.
It’s up to a good coach to make sure these seemingly small details get attended to, that every guy gets it, and set the tone for the entire aquad.
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I cant disagree here….our franchise has stunk since the 80s altho we love them…we in new era…all that showboating for small schit needs to stop
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 pm
SouthTexasRaider Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 pm
lucky b@sta@rds!
its awesome yall got to attend what schitty coverage i got to view on nfl network. there on the jets and teblowme to dam much!
thanks for that fan insight Method, that coverage you just did is better than any mediot on the networks.
thanks brotha!
RAIDER FAHQIN NATION BABY!
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STR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks man…it was my pleasure to do that for u guys….today was special and everyone there could feel it
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 pm
Seriously, I was watching the WR drills right up close. DHB still catches the ball with his body, a lot. More than ANY of the WR ’s out there.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:44 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:37 pm
I’m tooo drunk and geeked to converse properly. Thanks for the call and updates B.. you are the Raiders ..
CODE BLACK 2012
There is only one Nation
Return to Excellence
Yeah
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HAHAHAHA….im on my way to doing that as well…..take care brotha and i will talk to ya later
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:47 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 pm
Seriously, I was watching the WR drills right up close. DHB still catches the ball with his body, a lot. More than ANY of the WR ’s out there.
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While that is partially true…..he used his hands way more than he ever would have before this training camp….no one on this blog is harder on him than myself but I see improvement
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:48 pm
B.
Any comments on the rookie LB’s?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:49 pm
KoolKell Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:43 pm
Seriously, I was watching the WR drills right up close. DHB still catches the ball with his body, a lot. More than ANY of the WR ’s out there.
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Got a link?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:51 pm
Are my posts getting through?
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:52 pm
Fk you Ryan Cook! we up 4-1 with 2 outs in 9th and you give up a 3 run blast….cuz you suck….A’s need a new reliever…this guy aint it
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:53 pm
111-agreed
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:54 pm
110.8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:51 pm
Are my posts getting through?
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Yep, your just being ignored like me.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:55 pm
Raiders For Life Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:48 pm
B.
Any comments on the rookie LB’s?
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I like Burris alot….plays with aggression and tenacity…I see him being a major blitzer for us
Stupar is PS material….dont see it yet for him…he just look average
Really outside of Burris I didnt see any other standout
But we aint trying to hit hard until we see opponents so it may be hard to tell
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:55 pm
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve posted and it hasnt got through.
Anyway good job B@uce and I look forward to seeing you at the tailgates. No more leaving by the middle of the fourth quarter
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:56 pm
Long story short I’m super jealous right now.
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:57 pm
Lefty12 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:53 pm
111-agreed
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He is a bum….I never liked him…and Cespedes and coc both got hurt in game trying to steal 3rd…..my god!
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:57 pm
By the way, how did the coaches look? I’m talking about knap and Alan, as well as Tarver
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:58 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:55 pm
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve posted and it hasnt got through.
Anyway good job B@uce and I look forward to seeing you at the tailgates. No more leaving by the middle of the fourth quarter
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:56 pm
Long story short I’m super jealous right now.
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LOL sup Reign….yeah i wish all of yall coulda came….the football discussions were awesome as well as the clowning ofthe 49ers and AFC West foes
Yeah no leaving in 4th! Never know in the NFL
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:57 pm
By the way, how did the coaches look? I’m talking about knap and Alan, as well as Tarver
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Lively and energetic…Allen seems like he is a cool cat who doesnt take any schit….he will get into someone’s mug if they doing sumBS…i.e. DVD
Tarver gets it in too….
I love al Saunders working with the RBs and TEs…the old man is super into it
As a matter of fact all coaches seemed very into it….its like college and HS…you fk up and I’m gonna chew your ass!
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
LOL sup Reign….yeah i wish all of yall coulda came….the football discussions were awesome as well as the clowning ofthe 49ers and AFC West foes
Yeah no leaving in 4th! Never know in the NFL
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I remember a few years back when we got blown out by Atlanta… You knew then. But now it feels like a different story. If it wasn’t for work I would’ve brought the Mrs. up for a fake wine country tour… Hee hee
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:03 pm
Thanks alot Ryan Cook! A packed house in Oakland and you blow Dan Straily’s first ever start becuz you suck….you deserve to be sent on assignment to Sac…you blew that save vs Giants and you have sucked since…I bet Lew wolff gives you a friggin raise
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:03 pm
I don’t know what kind of a coach DA will turn out to be, only time will tell.
But the chewing out of DVD tells me he understands how important it is to instill discipline, especially with the young cats that need it most.
You’re the new man – job nbr one is to take command by leaving no doubt who is in charge and what’s expected, no – scratch that, DEMANDED.
Once that’s accomplished, it’s time to prove your worth by installing schemes that work and that maximizes each player’s abilities. Then you’ve got to get the men to understand their roles. Easier said than done with some of the boneheads playing these days.
Finally, on game day, you’re going to have to make the calls that will show whether you’re capable of being one of the best.
Not enough just having a disciplined, well prepared squad with good schemes.
On Sunday you’re going to have to manage clock, manage your time outs, use your challenges prudently, decide when to go for it on 4th down or not, go for 2 or kick the XP, punt or attempt a long FG.
Most importantly, you’re going to have to make adjustments on the fly. Stay a step ahead of the guy on the other sideline.
We’ll find out what DA is made of soon enough. But it’s good to know he seems to be on the right track instilling discipline and taking charge.
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 pm
As a matter of fact all coaches seemed very into it….its like college and HS…you fk up and I’m gonna chew your ass!
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This is one of the big reasons I feel were going to be a sleeper this year. For years our coaches haven’t been allowed to coach like they should.
My thing is even the players knew they needed more discipline
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:01 pm
LOL sup Reign….yeah i wish all of yall coulda came….the football discussions were awesome as well as the clowning ofthe 49ers and AFC West foes
Yeah no leaving in 4th! Never know in the NFL
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I remember a few years back when we got blown out by Atlanta… You knew then. But now it feels like a different story. If it wasn’t for work I would’ve brought the Mrs. up for a fake wine country tour… Hee hee
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Yeah man i can dig it….me and my grandpa were joking thta we were gonna hit up a winery but instead we got some steak and brews at Outback
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 pm
B.
One last question and I’ll shut the fk up….
How did Aaron Henry look or does MM34 keep his spot?
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:03 pm
I don’t know what kind of a coach DA will turn out to be, only time will tell.
But the chewing out of DVD tells me he understands how important it is to instill discipline, especially with the young cats that need it most.
You’re the new man – job nbr one is to take command by leaving no doubt who is in charge and what’s expected, no – scratch that, DEMANDED.
Once that’s accomplished, it’s time to prove your worth by installing schemes that work and that maximizes each player’s abilities. Then you’ve got to get the men to understand their roles. Easier said than done with some of the boneheads playing these days.
Finally, on game day, you’re going to have to make the calls that will show whether you’re capable of being one of the best.
Not enough just having a disciplined, well prepared squad with good schemes.
On Sunday you’re going to have to manage clock, manage your time outs, use your challenges prudently, decide when to go for it on 4th down or not, go for 2 or kick the XP, punt or attempt a long FG.
Most importantly, you’re going to have to make adjustments on the fly. Stay a step ahead of the guy on the other sideline.
We’ll find out what DA is made of soon enough. But it’s good to know he seems to be on the right track instilling discipline and taking charge.
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Yeah…we shall see…but its a right step….that bs from the past is a no go
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:06 pm
I bet Lew wolff gives you a friggin raise
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Yeah I saw your post about Lew couple of days ago. He’s the owner from the movie major leagues that makes the teams suck so they can move it. Funny thing is Giants won’t let him get close. He’s nailed in
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:08 pm
Raiders For Life Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:05 pm
B.
One last question and I’ll shut the fk up….
How did Aaron Henry look or does MM34 keep his spot?
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Ask away bruh
MM34 has his spot for now….preseason will tell us more…he seemed shorter than I thought when I stood next to him…but he was someone else i forgot to mention…he was out there alot….didnt see him make many plays but he seemed to be in right place alot…so as i said…preseason gonna tell us more
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:09 pm
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:03 pm
I don’t know what kind of a coach DA will turn out to be, only time will tell.
But the chewing out of DVD tells me he understands how important it is to instill discipline, especially with the young cats that need it most.
You’re the new man – job nbr one is to take command by leaving no doubt who is in charge and what’s expected, no – scratch that, DEMANDED.
Once that’s accomplished, it’s time to prove your worth by installing schemes that work and that maximizes each player’s abilities. Then you’ve got to get the men to understand their roles. Easier said than done with some of the boneheads playing these days.
Finally, on game day, you’re going to have to make the calls that will show whether you’re capable of being one of the best.
Not enough just having a disciplined, well prepared squad with good schemes.
On Sunday you’re going to have to manage clock, manage your time outs, use your challenges prudently, decide when to go for it on 4th down or not, go for 2 or kick the XP, punt or attempt a long FG.
Most importantly, you’re going to have to make adjustments on the fly. Stay a step ahead of the guy on the other sideline.
We’ll find out what DA is made of soon enough. But it’s good to know he seems to be on the right track instilling discipline and taking charge.
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F’in Excellent Post. I Agree 100%
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:04 pm
As a matter of fact all coaches seemed very into it….its like college and HS…you fk up and I’m gonna chew your ass!
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This is one of the big reasons I feel were going to be a sleeper this year. For years our coaches haven’t been allowed to coach like they should.
My thing is even the players knew they needed more discipline
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I love al…he is my hero….but you are right….this BS had to stop….guys coming in all drunk and schit to meetings
coaches like cable bringing prostitutes on road trips
outta pocket bruh
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Anyway everything comes down to Monday night against the Chargers. I don’t care what anybody says about Denver… Offense wasn’t that good and I don’t think Payton is going to be able to resurrect it with the receivers they have. Chiefs would’ve been a threat last year but our Ds probably going to be much improved.
I think it’s seriously between us and the chargers for the division… I don’t think anyone in this division is strong enough enough to win the wildcard
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Nothing else needs to be said….goodnight nation…the blog is on lock with Raiderman99 here…
I’m out
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:12 pm
coaches like cable bringing prostitutes on road trips
outta pocket bruh
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It’s D league and we’re trying to be A1. Leave that kind of stuff for the browns and jaguars
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:14 pm
Backstageatapuppetshow Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Nothing else needs to be said….goodnight nation…the blog is on lock with Raiderman99 here…
I’m out
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Raider on!
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:14 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:06 pm
I bet Lew wolff gives you a friggin raise
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Yeah I saw your post about Lew couple of days ago. He’s the owner from the movie major leagues that makes the teams suck so they can move it. Funny thing is Giants won’t let him get close. He’s nailed in
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He is a liar man that he tried all he could in oakland”If I was going to pursue a ballpark, I would certainly do it in San Jose, not depend on a vote outside of San Jose, and I would work through the mayor and the Redevelopment Agency,” said Wolff. “It’s the difference between a big-league city and a non-big-league city. I wouldn’t spend five minutes on any other city besides San Jose.”
That is Wolff in 1998
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 pm
Well I think I’m about to hit the bed too… I’m up at Camp trying to find a reason to not go to sleep
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:16 pm
8RaiderReign8 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Anyway everything comes down to Monday night against the Chargers. I don’t care what anybody says about Denver… Offense wasn’t that good and I don’t think Payton is going to be able to resurrect it with the receivers they have. Chiefs would’ve been a threat last year but our Ds probably going to be much improved.
I think it’s seriously between us and the chargers for the division… I don’t think anyone in this division is strong enough enough to win the wildcard
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Well I do see a tight race well into December…3 of our last 4 are vs AFC West….so we must handle biz
You may be right….to open and end season we play Chargers…division may very well be decided with those two
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:17 pm
See you later B@uce…..
Raider on!
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:17 pm
Cool im out too…gonna pray A’s win tonight after blowing it
Yall stay solid
Just Win
Code black 2012
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:18 pm
Most importantly, you’re going to have to make adjustments on the fly. Stay a step ahead of the guy on the other sideline
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One thing that killed the Raiders last season. Come out slingin in the 1st half and get out coached in the 2nd. You’re absolutley right.
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:18 pm
You may be right….to open and end season we play Chargers…division may very well be decided with those two
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That last game will be a make or break no matter how you slice it
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:21 pm
Thanx for that method to my madness that was slot of info I’m in so cal so there was No way I could get up there oh thanx to u to cork
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:23 pm
Thanks for your camp report Brien. Good stuff.
Off to try to make some dough. Been on a real bad streak lately. Gambling for a living might be worse than having a real job.
Tired as hell, but time to get back on track.
Later, gentlemen.
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:27 pm
If all 4 teams got better In The division the way I see it who’s was the best last year I like to think it was us with a better d and o were guna win the division book it!!!!!
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:36 pm
Phillip Rivers folds under pressure. He almost starts crying and falls apart.
Cassell does the same. If the Raiders Defense can put those two in the grass…. the Raiders win.
Now that Manning dude. Hard to tell with him. I think he will be softened up by week 4.
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:57 pm
@Method To My Madness….they should pay you for that excellent breakdown of the practice yesterday.Reading it put me right there!
August 3rd, 2012 at 10:59 pm
11/11 The Silver & Black comes to Bmore…I wanna try to put together something for anyone that’s coming to the East Coast for this game
August 3rd, 2012 at 11:53 pm
this was my prize-winning rap that made screech dog look stupid, especially in comparison to his moronic attempt. notice i call him a goof.
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
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this is one of his latest posts. notice he’s now calling people goofs, and he used in a couple more posts since my rap. isn’t it cute how he wants to be like me?
The Beeech Dawg Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Wow, this is so great
Genital and grandpappy KrappyRat go to practice then enjoy a lovely meal at Outback together
I knew the Silver & Black would make these two goofs forget their differences
Thank you, Lady Libert
August 4th, 2012 at 12:25 am
breaking news…..slowtae spencer burned again….and again. But these knuckleheads in here insist its an upgrade over routt….
August 4th, 2012 at 5:29 am
@Thec & ROG
major props and a big THANK YOU for the camp practice updates !!!
August 4th, 2012 at 6:44 am
Yeah, thanks guys!.
Great to hear guys like DVD and McClain doing well, but the best thing to come out of camp so far to me is the emergence of Jack Crawford at DE.
We need another true DE on the field, Houston and Bryant can fill in and do a decent job, but they’re better suited inside and as part-time DE’s, if Crawford can earn himself some playing time at LDE our rotation becomes much better as Houston and Bryant can spell Seymour and Kelly inside more often, keep them fresh all season.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:48 am
A DE rotation of Shaughnessy, Crawford and Tollefson, with Kelly and Seymour inside and Houston and Bryant playing all over the Line keeping everyone fresh for the 4th quarter and the whole season would be huge.
That’s the top 7, with one spot left for Bilukidi maybe to complete an 8 man, 2 deep Defensive Line.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:01 am
LOL at this “Dream Team”.
Barely able to pull away from Lithuania!!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 7:19 am
They already have an excuse. The dream team fired up the rest of the world and they improved their game. Much better teams now then the DT had to play.
I dont agree but thats the story
August 4th, 2012 at 7:23 am
Sounds great Bob
Now we need some help from the stay healthy department.
I have felt all along the D will be much improved simply because of the coaching and the scheme change.
If the O line adapts well to the cut blocking scheme, theres three teams in the AFC West that will dread the next few years. Time to get more revenge on the milelow mules. I still hate Denver and the rat more then any other team
August 4th, 2012 at 7:31 am
Plunketthead.
Yeah, if healthy the DL group could be the deepest in the League behind the NYG, add some blitzing from McClain, Burris, Curry and Wheeler, as well as Branch, Huff and maybe Mitchell and Gio and we might lead the league in sacks, or come close to….and that will help the coverage but the DB’s need to step up too.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:51 am
I know stopping the run is issue # 1, but you are what you are, this group will never be a top 5 run defense, getting to the middle of the pack should be good enough as long as we develop a fierce pass rush and score some points.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:02 am
My bigggest concern is still the DB’s.
Looks like DVD is ready to try to save the day, which is a great sign.
Spencer stinks, Bartell is hurt again, Chekwa is still very young and not that great as well, and also oft-injured.
I don’t see a whole lot of depth or promise here, other than DVD’s emergence.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:12 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 8:02 am
My bigggest concern is still the DB’s.
Looks like DVD is ready to try to save the day, which is a great sign.
Spencer stinks, Bartell is hurt again, Chekwa is still very young and not that great as well, and also oft-injured.
I don’t see a whole lot of depth or promise here, other than DVD’s emergence.
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If Bartell can’t get healthy, expect one or two CB pickups at cutdown time.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:24 am
I was pretty suprised we didn’t draft a DB somewhere, if for nothing else but depth.
If Bartell and/or Chekwa stay dinged, and Spencer stays not very good, what are we looking at as our nickle corner?
Huff? Missile Mike? Some undrafted FA who never played an NFL down? Lito Sheppard 2.0?
Scares the crap out of me to be honest.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:28 am
Last year teams were able to pass on us fairly well. We did a decent job stopping the run except for getting hit with 35,50, 75 yard runs every other game.
D.A. will make sure the DB’s look north and south, not just north.
Pass D looks scary, real scary. Have to agree Reggie will be watching the waiver wires and looking for a trade.
Whats Deangelo Hall doing?
August 4th, 2012 at 8:28 am
Of our top 4 corners (DVD, Spencer, Bartell, Chekwa), last season they appeared in 28 of a possible 64 games, and had 5 combined starts.
3 of the 4 finished the season on IR.
Yikes!!!!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 8:32 am
The nickel corner at this point looks to be Chimdi Chekwa. If Bartell’s injury forces him into the starting lineup, then we’re looking at Pat Lee or Brandon Underwood.
Reggie only had the draft picks and cap room to do so much, and rightly felt the front seven is more important than the secondary, because it is. What good is a great collection of DB’s if you’re getting murdered in the running game?
August 4th, 2012 at 8:34 am
Raiders lacking CB’s….there’s a new one.
DVD hopefully locks one spot and shines, even with some up and downs normal for a young player.
Huff as Nikel CB seems like a given.
Conroy Black may make it, let’s hope he’s got some game.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:34 am
What good is a great collection of DB’s if you’re getting murdered in the running game?
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Last two minutes of the game?
You know, the part where we coughed up multiple games last year.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:35 am
Huff as nickel CB? Then who’s playing alongside Branch at safety during third-and-long?
August 4th, 2012 at 8:36 am
Perhaps we’ll be forced to rely heavily on zone schemes if DVD turns out to be the only guy who can stick to his man.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:36 am
Not sure what McCann can provide as a DB, but because of his special teams and return ability (had a higher KR average than Jacoby Ford last year BTW) you got to think he has a better shot to make the 53 than Lee and/or Underwood.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:36 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 8:34 am
What good is a great collection of DB’s if you’re getting murdered in the running game?
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Last two minutes of the game?
You know, the part where we coughed up multiple games last year.
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As opposed to our offense being kept off the field by the opposition running for first downs all the time, which is how we also lost a bunch of games?
August 4th, 2012 at 8:38 am
Our best hope for the pass defense is Tarver and Allen cooking up schemes for our front seven to pressure the passer consistently. Bad secondary play doesn’t matter as much if the QB’s having to rush his throws before the receivers can complete their routes.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:40 am
Gio would plays FS next to Branch, if Huff is Nickel CB.
We’ve all seen the stat, average Defense plays nickel or dime 60% of the time these days, we need some guys to step up.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:41 am
We were the 27th ranked passing defense and rushing defense.
Besides the Tebow debacle, what games did we lose last year due to getting gouged repeatedly in the run game? Not saying we were good or anything, but seemed like our pass defense in the 4th quarter was the worst of the worst.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:54 am
That was simply awesome Beauce! So we need some CB and LB help what about a NT? I say no to Plax and i guess we stick with Myers and Oz at TE? Any ideas on possible trade?
August 4th, 2012 at 8:54 am
I’m out till monday….have a fun weekend at Napa old man, Method and everyones else.
August 4th, 2012 at 8:55 am
JFB,
our DB’s lost us the big games down the stretch.
no one stopped Tebow.
we were the ginipigs to that experiment
i was at the DET game. i wanted to shoot myself afterwards … it was our DBs and Hue Jackson that lost us that game and ultimately lost us the playoofs.
should be a much better group this season. if/when Bartell comes back strong… i have confidence in him and DVD on the other side, with Chekwa at the nickle…
August 4th, 2012 at 8:56 am
Revised 53-Man Roster:
QB (3): Palmer, Leinart, Pryor
HB (4): DMAC, Taiwan, Goodson, Miller/Benson/Grant
FB (2): Schmitt, Reece
SE (3): DHB, Ford, Streater
FL (3): Moore, Criner, McGee
TE (3): Ausberry, Myers, Gordon
LT (1): Veldheer
LG (1): Bergstrom
C (1): Baby Wiz
RG (1): Brisiel
RT (1): Barnes
OL (4): Parsons, Barksdale, Carlisle, Haslam
LE (1): Houston
UT (1): Seymour
NT (1): Kelly
RE (1): Shaughnessy
DL (4): Tollefson, Bilukidi, Bryant, Crawford
LOLB (1): Wheeler
MLB (1): McClain
ROLB (1): Burris
LB (4): Curry, Goethel, Stupar
LCB (1): DVD
SS (1): Branch
FS (1): Huff
DB (5): Chekwa, Mitchell, Giordano, Lee, Underwood
K (1): Janikowski
P (1): Lechler
LS (1): Condo
August 4th, 2012 at 9:01 am
Not fast X! I don’t think Cheeks is ready yet?
August 4th, 2012 at 9:01 am
Practice Squad: Nix, Hamilton, Dorsey, Efaw, King
August 4th, 2012 at 9:02 am
Corrected Revised 53-Man Roster:
QB (3): Palmer, Leinart, Pryor
HB (4): DMAC, Taiwan, Goodson, Miller/Benson/Grant
FB (2): Schmitt, Reece
SE (3): DHB, Ford, Streater
FL (3): Moore, Criner, McGee
TE (3): Ausberry, Myers, Gordon
LT (1): Veldheer
LG (1): Bergstrom
C (1): Baby Wiz
RG (1): Brisiel
RT (1): Barnes
OL (4): Parsons, Barksdale, Carlisle, Haslam
LE (1): Houston
UT (1): Seymour
NT (1): Kelly
RE (1): Shaughnessy
DL (4): Tollefson, Bilukidi, Bryant, Crawford
LOLB (1): Wheeler
MLB (1): McClain
ROLB (1): Burris
LB (3): Curry, Goethel, Stupar
LCB (1): DVD
SS (1): Branch
FS (1): Huff
RCB (1): Bartell
DB (5): Chekwa, Mitchell, Giordano, Lee, Underwood
K (1): Janikowski
P (1): Lechler
LS (1): Condo
Practice Squad: Nix, Hamilton, Dorsey, Efaw, King
August 4th, 2012 at 9:04 am
Raider D Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:01 am
Not fast X! I don’t think Cheeks is ready yet?
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or would you rather have Spencer in there? he’s been getting torched all camp by rookies! the guy is on his last leg.. and that was the knock on him coming from the Whiners anyway.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:05 am
As far as Bartel, can he stay healthy? Our DB’s =Basket of fragile eggs! We need some miracle from the waiver wire! This league is a passing league!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:07 am
I don’t think Silenced makes the team. We need help!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:08 am
Raider D Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:07 am
I don’t think Silenced makes the team. We need help!
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Silenced?
August 4th, 2012 at 9:08 am
Spencer LOL autocorrect my ass
August 4th, 2012 at 9:09 am
Spencer will be Silenced LOL I kill you if you f up again lol
August 4th, 2012 at 9:10 am
Agreed. Everything I’ve read says Spencer’s getting lit up on a daily basis. Only way he stays is if Bartell goes PUP, DA wants a veteran corner in there, and no decent ones are to be had on the waiver wire.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:12 am
Who could we trade for decent Cb?
August 4th, 2012 at 9:13 am
they say Bartell is no big deal … well it kind of is because he missed all of last year, and a different problem continues this year… and not to mention he’s up there in age. the older you are, the longer it takes for injuries to heal(in most cases)
i’m confident that Bartell will be the MAN if healthy.
at this point… Bartell and DVD are our best shot, pending any camp rejects getting signed by BigMac. even then, how much impact could castoffs really have? the chances are slim.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:13 am
Spencer should be cut, and we need to add another Vet CB.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:16 am
Raider D Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:12 am
Who could we trade for decent Cb?
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DMAC, Veldheer, Moore, Shaughnessy, maybe Baby Wiz. In other words, nobody we’d want to lose.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:16 am
O, i second that motion!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:17 am
holy crap Duck, NO WAY!
we can’t afford to lose any of those players …
you crazy mon.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:17 am
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:13 am
Spencer should be cut, and we need to add another Vet CB.
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Who’s out there at this point?
August 4th, 2012 at 9:18 am
Xraided Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:17 am
holy crap Duck, NO WAY!
we can’t afford to lose any of those players …
you crazy mon.
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Like I said, “Nobody we’d want to lose.”
August 4th, 2012 at 9:18 am
X it seemslike all our eggs are in that same fragile basket wrt our cb! I don’t like it at all, I hope Bartell gets healty and returns to form, cuz I don’t think dvd can stay healty for an entire season either! On another note great to see tee ox put some beef on.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:19 am
i’d trade Ford before Moore
Houston before SHO-nasty
Veldheer = out of the question
DMAC = out of the question
Wiz = out of the question
BigMac isn’t even considering it. this much i know!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:20 am
oic
August 4th, 2012 at 9:20 am
RAIDERMAN99 Says:
August 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm
DVD is looking to make that step….he is rail thin but his recovery speed is blinding….he closes in with the best of them….but he broke up a pass and kinda showboated and Dennis Allen cussed him out….I heard it too cuz it was right near me…said something to the tune of “you do that sschit again and you’re fkin going(pointing) to the sidelines…I was juiced to see that!. Dennis aint fkin around
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Glad to hear it.
That’s where discipline, being a professional, and even eliminating stupid penalties begins.
Next time DHB starts doing his sorry ass Merton Hanks chicken neck head bobbing routine after making a catch, he should get his butt chewed out too.
Act like you’ve been there before. Don’t celebrate making a play by showboating. Get back to the fkn huddle and be ready to do it again. Keep your head in the game and quit with the ‘me,me,me’ crap.
I can’t stand that crap. I always thought Thomas Howard was a pretty good player – at least as a cover LB. Really didn’t care that the Raids let him walk, just bcz watching him do a celebratory dance after making a tackle 8 yards downfield was intolerable. Seen him dancing after making a tackle 8 yards downfield and the Raids losing by 23 pts.
I blame that on piss poor coaching, for not nipping that crap in the bud IMMEDIATELY.
Still, shows me that a guy’s head isn’t screwed on right, and that he just doesn’t get it.
It’s up to a good coach to make sure these seemingly small details get attended to, that every guy gets it, and set the tone for the entire aquad.
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The coaches weren’t allowed to jump in the players faces. That was the problem. No enforcement of accountability.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:21 am
I agree O, we can’t trade any of those guys! Maybe Kelly or Houston but I like them to much! Maybe someone needs a kicker lol
August 4th, 2012 at 9:22 am
D, DVD can’t stay healthy for a season? was he injured in college? or are you basing that off one year?
the difference is the scheme from last year. anything is better than last years joke of a “zone” defense.
if camp is any indication… then our DBs are head and shoulders better than last year. i never remember anybody making good plays outside of Sterling Moore(still mad about that) … lets hope we continue to see DVD mop it up in preseason and Bartell comes back strong for preseason as well.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:23 am
we are screwed for trade chips gentlemen!
quoting the late Al Davis, “GET OVER IT” haha
August 4th, 2012 at 9:24 am
I don’t think I’m interested in CBs that are available now, but I do know a lot players will get cut soon.
We need another vet CB.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:25 am
Nobody we’d want to trade is bringing in a decent DB. So it’s either who we have right now, or who can pick up on the waiver wire. Nobody good is out there now, but there might be a few after cuts.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:26 am
IM just worried about is skinny frame! Wasn’t Dvd a back up college? The Nfl isn’t exactly college
August 4th, 2012 at 9:27 am
We need another vet CB.
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Yup, another vet, and hopefully Lee or Underwood can emerge as a better option than Lito last year.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:31 am
The only player that I would consider trading is TK, but we need to get a good CB for him.
TK is a good player, one of the best pass rushers (DTs), but we do have Seymour, Bryant, Houston, and the rookies.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:31 am
DVD will be fine with his skinny frame. plus, he packed on 10lbs from last year if you didn’t know
August 4th, 2012 at 9:32 am
i read on here that DVD laid the wood on Goodson or someone.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:33 am
TK would be the most logical trade bait, but how much would other teams value a thirtysomething DT who’s a good pass rusher but mediocre (at best) against the run?
August 4th, 2012 at 9:34 am
Xraided Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:32 am
i read on here that DVD laid the wood on Goodson or someone.
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Heh. You said “Laid the wood.”
August 4th, 2012 at 9:34 am
yes O, TK would be an option. if Bartell doesn’t recover correctly and is thrown in the fire with that lingering leg injury … we must be ready to pull the trigger for someone good out there.
TK jumps offsides more times than not also! continues to in camp right now!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:34 am
Raider D Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:26 am
IM just worried about is skinny frame! Wasn’t Dvd a back up college? The Nfl isn’t exactly college
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He was part of a three-DB-rotation at Miami with two other guys who were also drafted. Still, Reggie would probably not have taken him in Round 3.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:35 am
leaves the door open for a rookie DT to take that last spot also …
all that said, i like TK’s pressure up the middle, that is when he’s not taking plays off.
his run D isn’t all that stout also …
he is definitely the only piece we can move at this point.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:36 am
Too bad we didn’t Gabe the cap space this spring! Cuz I wanted Reggie to steel that car from the chefs thus weakening one of our Rivals. Well of to camp gents
Raider On Nation!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:37 am
it looks like we’re going to add yet another 3rd or 4th round gem to the mix of recent AL DAVIS picks!
August 4th, 2012 at 9:41 am
Chico,
I’m not sold on Underwood and Lee. They have been in the league for a few years, their production was below avg, so I’m not going to count on them.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:41 am
10 lbd you say excellent thanks x
August 4th, 2012 at 9:43 am
this is from Levi Damien: “Rolando McClain had another solid day. On Wednesday, he made some plays in coverage. But today, he was making plays against the run. First, it was him cutting off the outside and meeting Mike Goodson head-on on a run out left. A few plays later he stood up Darren McFadden at the line. It appears from the outside that McClain has a renewed drive.”
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man i hope he continues this in the regular season… turning his 99 tackles into 130+ and 5 picks to along with it … it was his bad angles that got him killed, improve upon that when shooting the right gap, and i will personally eat MAJOR CROW … all will be forgiven.
August 4th, 2012 at 9:44 am
yea D Cork said that i think…
August 4th, 2012 at 9:45 am
X,
Exactly bro. We get a good vet CB and cut the penalties by trading TK (penalty machine).
August 4th, 2012 at 10:07 am
man but WHO?
would ATL give up Grimes ?!
August 4th, 2012 at 10:09 am
i’d take Grimes for TK … call me crazy
Grimes was injured a lot last year. plus he was a bad ATL defense.
he can turn into his 2010 form ..
only if his price is right … and we aren’t overpaying… i may consider it.
him along with a 4th round draft pick or something.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:11 am
It’s easy to forget when McClain was drafted out of Bama that he was not just supposed to be a guy who could hold his own, but rather a straight up stud…ala the great lb’s…THAT was the hope…if not the expectation.
Last yr. McClain was at best “a guy”. He wasn’t drafted to be freakin’ Kirk Morrison or even Greg Biekert or Monte Johnson. He was drafted to be Ray Lewis..or if not that “something” alot better than what we’ve seen.
That Stafford “whiff’ pizzed me off so bad that I basically gave up on him ..and then the ‘incident’ in Alabama…
I challenge him to prove everyone wrong and show he’s more than just ‘a guy’.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:16 am
I realize it seems shallow and short sighted to cite the “Stafford Whiff” as the end all be all in analyzing McClain, but imo it kind of epitomizes his whole deal.
Body slamming oompa loompas and skinny white guys doesn’t impress me.
I hope he has a chip on his shoulder and realizes this is it for him…Do or die man. That’s it.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:17 am
or would ATL give up Robinson and eat some of his contract in the trade to even it out with TK’s ? or are they around the same?
just spit ballin’ …
BigMac doesn’t seem like the type to do these kinds of Al Davis moves ala Big Rich, right before the start of the season.
i’m guessing if we get torched down field this season, our first round pick in 2013 will be a DB.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:18 am
Actually I do recall being body slammed by an oompa loompa once. Little bazterd.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:19 am
DJ,
we saw DHB turn it all around in year 3 … and he was NEVER going to be in the NFL according to most, including myself. the odds were stacked against him.
McClain can do the same thing. he looks to have a renewed sense of drive and looks as if he’s been practicing hard and hitting the play book.
i’d rather him not even going after Stafford in that game and sending in more pressure from others. i want him to sit in the flat and wait for the cross over or short slant to intercept or deflect the pass… along with waiting for a dump offs so he can SPROLES HIS AZZ all day!
here’s hoping he’s our star MLB we’ve been lacking for a decade.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:23 am
his vision wasn’t that great… also like someone we know that finally got that turned around in YEAR 3 … Mr. Run DMC !
his vision became completely BEAST in year 3 because the confidence in his legs and speed aloud him to look down field more.
McClain didn’t have confidence when shooting a gap to stop a run play. when the opposing RB shifted lanes, he couldn’t make up ground and usually got stood up or simply gave up on it.
change those little things, and you’ve got a good MLB
we will see.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:29 am
Nike needs to step the game up and put out the Burris 56 jersey already, don’t wanna get stuck buyin the McCheese.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:40 am
You know with McClain it may be a discipline issue. The staff at Alabama is about as hardcore as u can get…and demanding of excellence. They don’t take any crap down there.
Then Rolando comes to Oakland and gets all “loosy goosy” with the environment here with Cable, and then Hue.
NOW…It’s back to DISCIPLINE!!!
Maybe that’s what he responds to best.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:43 am
Bartell might not work out.. Maybe he should have retired..
August 4th, 2012 at 10:45 am
Or maybe romac is like a lot of young players who learn the game by yr 3.. Maybe you cant run & cut too fast with a bad wheel.. Like the one he had last yr..
August 4th, 2012 at 10:46 am
Rolando clearly has above average talent at the position, discipline will be the only way for the kid, as you said. If a person is “living right”, normally they see positive results in their life. imo
August 4th, 2012 at 10:47 am
yea possible. he has a lot of respect for our coaches. always talking with them and following it up by rallying the team … that’s the low down right now anyway .. if it carries over into the season, and he can avoid a suspension this year in the pivotal year 3, then he should be pretty solid.
i do also think Bryant and Houston can help 55 against the run more than TK can, being the pure pocket crasher that he is.
TK for Robinson or Grimes all day long!
survey says?
August 4th, 2012 at 10:48 am
Maybe raider fans should give our young guys a break for the first 3 yrs or their career and just wait to see what happens.. Its worked out ok for dmac & dhb..
August 4th, 2012 at 10:49 am
# Marks hair Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 10:43 am
Bartell might not work out.. Maybe he should have retired..
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Man that would suck. I think they were counting on him, but I share your concern.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:50 am
I’m sure many of the older teammates are helping Rolando develop in to that leadership role, that a MLB must be. I expect to hear him commanding that defense like CP does on O, nothing quiet or shy about it.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:51 am
Bartell should be just fine imo, Cork mentioned he looked great before this issue, which appears to be minor.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:52 am
Even if bartell comes back next week, he still wont be in football shape for another month or 2.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:53 am
Bartell is a seasoned vet and plays very physical, could still step in and be an upgrade over most DB’s.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:54 am
239. great? When? 2009?
August 4th, 2012 at 10:54 am
that’s what we’re saying Tx
he’s older, and leg injuries linger … so it’s hard to say whether or not he’ll survive
TK for GRIMES or ROBINSON !!
August 4th, 2012 at 10:56 am
Dbs was the Ds biggest weakness. we really needed to sign carr..
August 4th, 2012 at 10:57 am
243. We dont have a replacment for tk either..
August 4th, 2012 at 10:58 am
Best believe Reg has his eyes on guys who will get cut in a few weeks, but I say bring in McFadden at CB and keep TK.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:58 am
We are in a qb division, with no great dbs on our squad.. Tuff
August 4th, 2012 at 10:59 am
Can someone enlighten me as to how Bartell injured his leg? Maybe I missed it. Was it non football related?
August 4th, 2012 at 11:00 am
I wouldn’t judge Bartell just yet, last reports are he his day to day and running on the sidelines.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:00 am
I’d guess it was a work-out strain of some sort..imo
August 4th, 2012 at 11:01 am
Arent we all…?
August 4th, 2012 at 11:03 am
250. that’s what I’m worried about.. he might not get into football shape this year.. Strains & pulls for no reason other than he’s old..
August 4th, 2012 at 11:06 am
I’d like to think Ron will start game one and have a solid season, nothing points elsewhere now, to me.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:15 am
I can’t see Bartell ready to be a full-time starter early in the season, unless he plays in at least 3 of the 4 preseason games.
We don’t need guys winded in the 4th quarter, especially considering we go to Miami week 2 and it will be blazing hot.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:18 am
I am very glad DVD is emerging and looking the part, but the skinny frame still scares me if he is the #1 corner.
Can you see him going up against Demarius Thomas week 1? LOL…….Thomas might have 70 pounds on him.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:23 am
D Thomas weighs 255 pounds?!
August 4th, 2012 at 11:25 am
Well Cork mentioned DVD added 10 lbs of muscle, but wanted to reach 190 soon.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:26 am
DVD weighs 185 pounds.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:27 am
Brahs, I’ve decided to cancel today’s Reggae Party Boat so I can hang out alone in the Beeech Pad all day and pleasure myself to Lisa Ann adult cinema
I had 30 confirmed RSVPs from some of Spearmint Rhino’s hottest strippers for the cruise, but I just can’t get enough of Lisa’s overflowing MiLF madness and desire for multiple weiners of varying sizes and colors
Yeah, the strippers are totally bummed but I told them “hey, strippers – get a grip”
Anyway, wish the Beeech Lawg luck, hoping he can go at least 10 rounds with Miss Ann.
We’ll call it quits when the UFC fight starts, then it’s PRINGLE CITY, USA
BRINGING IT BACK TO 2008
August 4th, 2012 at 11:35 am
O
Yeah DVD is 185, but his goal is 190. Being built lean, like he is probably makes it hard for him to gain weight. Dude probably eats 5 or 6 small meals a day just to be at 185.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:37 am
Beeecher
UFC fight gonna be off the chain tonight, hopefully I don’t get too buzzed and miss most of em.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:38 am
Marks Hair Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 10:57 am
243. We dont have a replacment for tk either..
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Bryant or Houston can’t man up the 3 tech?
i guess maybe not if DA wants TK at NT … guess that is dependent upon Ivey’s impact for the position when he gets in shape.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:42 am
Tx,
I’m not worried about his weight. I used to worry about his ball skills and instincts, but he is playing well so far. I like Chekwa a lot too, but I’m not sold on the Vet CBs who can’t stay healthy or play well.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:43 am
TX, homie it’s going down tonight
I don’t know how Vera is one win from a title shot, Rua is going to stomp his head in
I like Bader on the ground but Lyoto is too well rounded. Losing the belt made him humble (like the clever cheetah) and he’s on a mission
Always liked Lauzon, he’s going to have his hands full but I’d like to see the dude and his ears pull it out
HOLLA HOLLA WHUT WHUT
August 4th, 2012 at 11:44 am
I don’t think Ivey is going to make the final roster. Bilukidi has a better chance IMO.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:44 am
You are willing to go with Ivey ‘when(if) he ever gets in shape,but question whether or not Bartell will be in shape by the start of the season.And you want to trade our best DT.OK-SMH
August 4th, 2012 at 11:45 am
Beeech,
Dude….Lisa Ann is old and ugly bro.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:49 am
http://www.raiders.com/media-vault/photo-gallery/2012-Training-Camp-Day-4/f3687d7f-b373-4e98-96e8-9baede25c76f#78f76aee-a18c-424b-bae2-820aa18f838f
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Photo of the year!!LMAO
August 4th, 2012 at 11:50 am
O
I hear your concerns, and they are valid man, reason more I want McFadden signed and Spencer ousted.
August 4th, 2012 at 11:53 am
The Beeech Dawg Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 11:43 am
TX, homie it’s going down tonight
I don’t know how Vera is one win from a title shot, Rua is going to stomp his head in
I like Bader on the ground but Lyoto is too well rounded. Losing the belt made him humble (like the clever cheetah) and he’s on a mission
Always liked Lauzon, he’s going to have his hands full but I’d like to see the dude and his ears pull it out
HOLLA HOLLA WHUT WHUT
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Beeech
I need to do my research on this fight-card, geez if I’d have bet on the last UFC, I’d have made enough to purchase my very own version of the PartyDude, a sweet bass-boat!lol
August 4th, 2012 at 11:56 am
its just an idea … i’m sure the coaching staff has no intention on trading TK. it just seems to me, if Bartell’s health remains a huge “?”. call me crazy, but that really leaves us thin at CB, does it not?
besides, as talked about above, our bigget problem on D last year was our DBs and the big plays they gave up all year(in large part because they were out of position because of Chucky B)
if you go back to 2010, TK did have a huge hand in the sack category for us .. but it seems to me with the amount of pressure we’re going to put on the QB from everywhere along the DL … it may be worth it to get a proven starting CB to go along with DVD.
then as a wildcard, if Bartel comes back healthy, then we have 3 good CB’s we can hang our hat on! we will have quality depth behind them with Checkwa as well.
like i said, just spit ballin’ …
August 4th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Ok for the UFC main fights I’ll take:
Vera(TKO)
Machida(TKO)
Varner(KO)
Swick(DEC)
Just some random guesses lol
August 4th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
Tx,
McFadden?
Is he available?
August 4th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
O
Yeah man last I heard he was, just couldn’t play the one game in Denver with his health condition.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:05 pm
Nope, my bad I guess McFadden got signed..
August 4th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
We have the corner from GB who stepped in for C Wood in the Super Bowl after he broke his shoulder.
That kid played really well in the Super Bowl, so I think he needs to be considered when you are talking about nickle corners.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
http://www.nfl.com/freeagency
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Maybe not, I’m seeing conflicting crap.lol
August 4th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 11:45 am
Beeech,
Dude….Lisa Ann is old and ugly bro.
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38 is old?
O Dawg, I need to buy you a one way ticket to Milf City, USA
August 4th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
@273
Which one? I believe Walter is in camp with the Steelers, atleast thats what Jerry posted in one of his stories the other day.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:09 pm
JHill
I’m open to any player stepping up, won’t judge them really til pre-season. I was just pointing out earlier that I think Bartell will be fine.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:09 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Ok for the UFC main fights I’ll take:
Vera(TKO)
Machida(TKO)
Varner(KO)
Swick(DEC)
Just some random guesses lol
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If Vera TKOs Rua, I will personally sail the Reggae Party Boat to Texas and hand deliver a case of Kirland Olive Tepanade to your front door
August 4th, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Bryant McFadden, the NFL link I posted says he’s available…
August 4th, 2012 at 12:11 pm
Beeech,
38 in porn years is like 98 in regular years. lol
She looks like crap IMHO.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:11 pm
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Oakland Raiders: Recent cornerback draft picks
By Jerry McDonald
jmcdonald@bayareanewsgroup.com
mercurynews.com
Posted: 08/01/2012 04:15:51 PM PDT
Cornerback selections
How the cornerbacks taken by the Raiders in the NFL draft since 2005 have fared:
(Year, player, school, round/overall, comment)
2011 — De Marcus Van Dyke Miami, 3rd/81st: Enjoying strong training camp after difficult rookie year.
2011 — Chimdi Chekwa Ohio State, 4th/113th: Made it through practice unscathed, hurt shoulder during opening drill in ‘11.
2010 — Walter McFadden Auburn, 5th/138th: Cut after shaky rookie season, went to Jaguars, now with Steelers.
2010 — Jeremy Ware Michigan State, 7th/215th: Lasted one season, didn’t make ‘11 roster. Hoping to catch on with Bears.
2007 — John Bowie Louisville, 4th/110th: Obtained with pick for Randy Moss, was hurt or ineffective for three years.
2005 — Fabian Washington Nebraska, 1st/23rd: Combine blur traded to Ravens after three seasons, now in New Orleans.
2005 — Stanford Routt Houston, 2nd/38th: Got $15 million, guaranteed, showed
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the door by new regime, now a Chief.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:12 pm
Yeah I figyred yo were talkin about Bryant, but is interesting Walter is getting a chance with the Stellers now
August 4th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
Tx,
He is available, but I rather wait for someone better.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
The Beeech Dawg Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:09 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 11:57 am
Ok for the UFC main fights I’ll take:
Vera(TKO)
Machida(TKO)
Varner(KO)
Swick(DEC)
Just some random guesses lol
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If Vera TKOs Rua, I will personally sail the Reggae Party Boat to Texas and hand deliver a case of Kirland Olive Tepanade to your front door
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LMAO! I don’t follow MMA like I do NFL, just always though Vera was pretty decent, we shall see. Dude, you know on that boat-party-ride, someone would be tempted to enjoy that Tepanade on the cruise over. Don’t let the strippers get their paws on it!
August 4th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
O
Yeah I know bro, but why not cut Spencer now and McFadden is better right? Should be imo
August 4th, 2012 at 12:16 pm
O, she didn’t start in porn the day she was born
She’s probably got 10 years in the field and has ripened like a fine bottle of Sierra Mist
There’s nothing finer when you’ve got the taste for some of that sweet MILF honey
August 4th, 2012 at 12:16 pm
J,
Ate you talking about Underwood or Lee?
August 4th, 2012 at 12:17 pm
Tx,
That’s the thing bro, I’m not sure McFadden is better than Spencer.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:17 pm
I doubt he can be worse. lol
August 4th, 2012 at 12:20 pm
Beeech,
I normaly like your taste in porn stars. Asa Akira is great, but this one is something else. Fake tan (orange), huge (nasty huge) tits, and she looks old.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:20 pm
Steelers picked Walter over Bryant? Yeah, I think I will pass on Bryant for now too then
August 4th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
Lisa Ann is good in Who’s Nailin Pailin
August 4th, 2012 at 12:22 pm
Yeah that’s what I mean. lol Look for Chaz Powell to make the team in some capacity, kid is big and versatile, could be a sure-handed DB since he can play WR too.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
I want solid DB’s who tackle, but also are a threat to take it the other way anytime they touch the ball.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
raider cbs will bite this year no scheme will protect them. DVD hopefully improves, checkwa has promise. but you yahoos stating routt being gone is a good thing will realize this is a problem….
August 4th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Routt had skills but wasn’t worth the penalties, or money.imo
August 4th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
I defy any of you bloggers to watch this and NOT beat off within 20 seconds
And that plane is hella sweet
http://www.xvideos.com/video2173954/lisa_ann_hot_milf
August 4th, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Tx,
I will not be surprised if guys like Powell or Black make the final roster.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:31 pm
routt was aggressive, i dont mind that better than slowtae spencers head being turned around….or bartell hoping to get healthy all of a sudden.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:32 pm
Routt was horrible last year, I thought he could of held down Nnams spot because of how good he played the year before, but he was really bad, gave up like 9 TD’s and lead the league in penalties
August 4th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
Bartell’s injury seems to be very minor, they had reported him running on the sidelines at practice. Does that seem like a player with a serious injury? Should we freak out over DMoore too, I’m not buying it.jmo
August 4th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
routt is better than any cb on the roster, the thing that bites is there will be no passing vs the chefs….
August 4th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
DMoore, DHB and Criner will steal Routt’s lunch several times this year. Print it!
August 4th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:27 pm
Routt had skills but wasn’t worth the penalties, or money.imo
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I wish we would have kept routt I think he like other players would benefit from the new scheme. but he just counted too much against the cap so i guess we had to let him go.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Al_is_theraiders Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
routt is better than any cb on the roster, the thing that bites is there will be no passing vs the chefs….
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You’re kidding, right? Against Mr. Penalty, CP will be able to throw all day.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
Duck
DMoore will wear Routt like a back-pack, and laugh all the way to the spot of the flag.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:37 pm
Reggie wasn’t going to pay Routt $10 mil a yaer after the tape he put out last year, He just wasn’t good.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:38 pm
we shall see how he performs under the guidance of romeo crennel.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:39 pm
If the chefs are dumb enough to put Routt on Criner, watch out, penalty city for Stan.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:39 pm
not even worth talking about
he and Boss have talked all kinds of sh!t … they will pay dearly for it. wait until Ford gets on Routt and Boss catch a pass over the middle. they will get burned and LAUGHED AT all over here and twitter.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
Routt had a few good years, but he is overrated.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
Routt is not a shut down corner but in a better system he is possibly a pro bowler.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:40 pm
Xraided Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:39 pm
not even worth talking about
he and Boss have talked all kinds of sh!t … they will pay dearly for it. wait until Ford gets on Routt and Boss catch a pass over the middle. they will get burned and LAUGHED AT all over here and twitter.
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You’re assuming “Concussion Boy” Boss will even be playing in that game…
August 4th, 2012 at 12:41 pm
Boss will get a welcome this year from Mr. Burris or Mr. Branch, both would be ideal.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:41 pm
bartell is coming off a broken neck….
August 4th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Fk Routt and his daily tweets, ChiefsNation? Did he make that up or is he just taking shots at us? I would say the latter.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:42 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:38 pm
we shall see how he performs under the guidance of romeo crennel.
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Probably no better. Crennel has done very little since leaving the Belichick cocoon.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:43 pm
* I actuall would say both
August 4th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
dont forget that raider dbs were asked to be on an island all game long. are old system was not db friendly unless you were Nnamdi deon sanders or drevis. now that routt will also be in a real scheme i expect a pretty good season from him.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
Routt’s just mad that he could only get HALF of what Al paid on the open market.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:45 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:44 pm
dont forget that raider dbs were asked to be on an island all game long. are old system was not db friendly unless you were Nnamdi deon sanders or drevis. now that routt will also be in a real scheme i expect a pretty good season from him.
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But the flip side is he’s actually going to be expected to know the scheme and play within it. Not every corner can do that.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:45 pm
Routt had ONE good year 2010, he was in a heated battle before that season started with Johnson, he came out ahead and played pretty good, but he fell off big time last year
August 4th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
but it doesnt matter as we will beat the chiefs twice anyway on our way to being div champs!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
Bartell had a fracture, that did not require surgery, just time to heal. His injury is nothing compared to Manning’s.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
Routts going to blow if they play zone, they will play mostly man, thats why they wanted Routt
August 4th, 2012 at 12:48 pm
I’d bet Routt would hold or interfere with Criner almost every time they match up.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
Routt looked pretty good the first 3/4 of last season, and then the last month he might have put together one of the worst stretches of DB play in Raider history.
It was awful. Tons of penalties, lots of TD’s allowed, missed tackles, 4th quarter failures.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@Salty222: How did the 3-4 look for the Raiders go over? >> there was barely any, work in progress
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August 4th, 2012 at 12:52 pm
Routt wrote CHIEFNATION? first he talks crap about the organization that paid him big $ , then he disses the man that paid him by saying CHIEFS NATION ?
LMAO! can’t wait until our receivers leave him in the dust… or when he is in coverage, let the ball fall safely
these idiots in the media and NFL fans will never learn. they will just pose off of us, then hate on us at every turn. yea that makes sense guys.. keep it up!
THE ONE NATION will rise this year .. RAAAAAAIDERRRSSS!!
August 4th, 2012 at 12:52 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:47 pm
but it doesnt matter as we will beat the chiefs twice anyway on our way to being div champs!!!
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The only team in the AFC West that makes me nervous is Denver, and only then if Peyton is healed and at full strength. Supposedly, he’s still a marshmallow tosser.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:52 pm
routt would cover criner like a blanket criner is too slow and a rookie. i know he went to the chiefs an all but the guy has talent Al saw just as he saw it in Nnamdi. At one point people sd Nnamdi sucked.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:53 pm
Realtruraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:51 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@Salty222: How did the 3-4 look for the Raiders go over? >> there was barely any, work in progress
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With Ivey still sidelined, we don’t have a natural NT on the roster.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 12:52 pm
routt would cover criner like a blanket criner is too slow and a rookie. i know he went to the chiefs an all but the guy has talent Al saw just as he saw it in Nnamdi. At one point people sd Nnamdi sucked.
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Routt would cover Criner like a blanket, but when Criner went up for the pass, Routt would probably get a PI call.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:54 pm
Yeah, and since when did Crennel become some sort of quality HC, I have a sweet used car to sell the Crennel believers.lol
August 4th, 2012 at 12:55 pm
Duck
Exactly, he’s faster than Criner but can’t jump with him, PI calls all day.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:56 pm
denver will be tough because of their D will give the ball back to Manning alot. ppl say the denver oline sucks but I know they have one of the best LTs in football Ryan clady. and with Mannings footwork and quick realese he will make the oline look better than it is just as he did in indy.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:58 pm
Routt can’t even jump for the ball! he can see it just fine, he just can’t make a play on it… EVER!
The QUEEFS will recognize this real quickly. Routt will be right there in coverage .. but his hand placement is awful!
August 4th, 2012 at 12:58 pm
the way you guys talk about criner you might as well put him in the HOF now. I have to see this guy in a real game not preseason either before I give him praise.
August 4th, 2012 at 12:59 pm
As for Denver’s defense, its architect (DA) is here, and I can’t remember the last really good Jack Del Rio defense…
August 4th, 2012 at 1:00 pm
Dungver’s D will struggle early on with the losses of Dawkins, DJ Williams(6gms) and possibly Dumervil(pending). Those 3 guys are all key players for Dungver.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:01 pm
And as Duck mentioned, DA.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
I thought DA was the dbs coach? am I wrong here?
August 4th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
DA is our HC, their old DC.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
he was the reason Tebow won games …
no East O … he’s was the D coord
August 4th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
well guess the blog is dead for now Ill return later. 1 Nation!
August 4th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
*he was
August 4th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
I thought DA was the dbs coach? am I wrong here?
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He was Denver’s DC last year, but was DB coach for the Saints from 2006-2010.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:09 pm
Xraided Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 1:07 pm
he was the reason Tebow won games …
no East O … he’s was the D coord
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got it that was ATL where he was dbs coach
August 4th, 2012 at 1:11 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 1:03 pm
I thought DA was the dbs coach? am I wrong here?
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He was Denver’s DC last year, but was DB coach for the Saints from 2006-2010.
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could have sworn I heard something about him in ATL
August 4th, 2012 at 1:12 pm
Team(s) as a coach/administrator
1996–1999
Texas A&M University
(Graduate Assistant)
2000–2001
University of Tulsa
(Secondary)
2002–2003
Atlanta Falcons
(Defensive Quality Control)
2004–2005
Atlanta Falcons
(Defensive Assistant)
2006–2007
New Orleans Saints
(Asst. Defensive Line)
2008–2010
New Orleans Saints
(Defensive Backs)
2011
Denver Broncos
(Defensive Coordinator)
2012–present
Oakland Raiders
(Head Coach)
August 4th, 2012 at 1:13 pm
He also did coach there too east
August 4th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Thanks Duck, was just about to post his resume myself.lol
August 4th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
I think Denver’s defense will be better than it’s offense.
There will be some rough patches along the way for Peyton.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
OPERATION
NECK SNAPPER!!
August 4th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
Team(s) as a coach/administrator
1996–1999
Texas A&M University
(Graduate Assistant)
2000–2001
University of Tulsa
(Secondary)
2002–2003
Atlanta Falcons
(Defensive Quality Control)
2004–2005
Atlanta Falcons
(Defensive Assistant)
2006–2007
New Orleans Saints
(Asst. Defensive Line)
2008–2010
New Orleans Saints
(Defensive Backs)
2011
Denver Broncos
(Defensive Coordinator)
2012–present
Oakland Raiders
(Head Coach)
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Thanks Duck. Got it.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:20 pm
Losing Dawkins for them is nothing, he wasn’t very good at the end and their youngster Carter at Safety played pretty well as a rookie last year.
Derek Wolfe and Omar Bolden were two decent draft picks this year too.
John Fox is still coaching the D as well. They will not be easy to score on at all.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:22 pm
Dawkins was a leadership role in that locker-room, and what about them missing Williams and Dumervil, pending suspension? Not sold on their draft picks or secondary this year.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:24 pm
There were definitely a lot of rollouts and bootlegs yesterday.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:26 pm
Williams is a big loss, no doubt, but that is 6 games, and probably after appeal will be reduced to 4 or something.
Dumerville, is in the same boat as Rolando basically. If he gets suspended, it will be for 2-3 games max.
Dawkins was a great leader, but just like Tebow was but couldn’t throw, Dawkins couldn’t cover.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:27 pm
The team in the division I’m not sold on, but everyone else loves, is KC.
Easily the worst QB/HC combo in the division, and that usually doesn’t bode well.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:28 pm
I agree Denvers D will be tough because fox is still there. and Von miller was a beast for them as a rook
August 4th, 2012 at 1:30 pm
JFB
The only team I’m sold on is the Raiders, definitely moving in the right direction and making good moves, overall. Agreed 100 on the Chiefs, Crennel and Cassel are both over-rated.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:31 pm
Can’t wait for the dual of “wits” between Norv and Romeo Crennel this season.
That should be comedy. Nothing but blank stares, wasted TO’s, and constant sideline confusion.
Can’t wait!!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 1:31 pm
Von Miller will get one on one cut blocks, since that is allowed and popular in the ZBS.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:32 pm
This is the second time in as many generations that the Chiefs have tried to become a better team’s cheap knock-off. 18 years ago, they got Joe Montana and surrounded him with all manner of ex-Niner coaches and whatnot. Now it’s the Pats. Be original, people…
August 4th, 2012 at 1:33 pm
KK
Heard the man Burris lookin’ sharp out there for a Rook..
August 4th, 2012 at 1:35 pm
JFB LOL@ Norvster looking like he smelled poo and Crennel scratching his head!
August 4th, 2012 at 1:42 pm
Have a real good buddy who is from Cleveland and a Browns fan, and he use to go on endlessly at how awful Crennel was.
He is your typical, players love him but fans hate him coach.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:44 pm
Practice in less than an hour with fans again.Hope Thec shows up and forwards B’s insights.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:49 pm
That’s hilarious JFB, I don’t know which is worse between him and Norv. Shows you that Mark Davis made a good choice in selecting Reggie, huge fan of DA thus far also.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:49 pm
Lefty
Cork and Vic Tafur usually keep decent tweets flowin’
August 4th, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Gonna grab a brewski gents, holla at ya’ll before the UFC later!
August 4th, 2012 at 1:54 pm
peace out Tx
August 4th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Ill be back when practice starts to get my updates.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
I know Tx,but I like getting another perspective and I like the way Thec is right on top of it posting all their comments.
August 4th, 2012 at 1:59 pm
Last night B broke things down very well and surprisingly did it in a very unbiased manner.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:01 pm
Not sure if Brien’s going again today
August 4th, 2012 at 2:03 pm
PHOF-you’re right.He is at the A’s game.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Kinda funny to see Sean Payton and how he’s so obsessed with his job as Saints coach.
Why do u think he’s at the hall of fame enshrinement ceremony? To have some sort of presence (however small) with the team as they play their first preseason game.
Then he has that massive sign up of his face at practice so all the players can see who’s still the boss.
“Don’t forget about me…i’ll be back…i’m the man”.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:10 pm
Somebody needs to turn down the intensity on Michael Irvin…
August 4th, 2012 at 2:20 pm
Practice time! Is Thec here?
August 4th, 2012 at 2:21 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Fans cheer as Raiders take practice field for walk thrus.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
I wont have any “fan” perspective today however, tommorrow JB will provide tweets that i will thow up.
1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Kinda funny to see Sean Payton and how he’s so obsessed with his job as Saints coach.
Why do u think he’s at the hall of fame enshrinement ceremony? To have some sort of presence (however small) with the team as they play their first preseason game.
Then he has that massive sign up of his face at practice so all the players can see who’s still the boss.
“Don’t forget about me…i’ll be back…i’m the man”.
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I forget who wrote the column, but when the Saints interim plan was announced a few months ago, some national columnist accused Payton of sabotaging this Saints season (so he wouldn’t have to fear for his job) by going with the two-headed Vitt/Kromer monster, as opposed to making Pete Carmichael (who interviewed for the head spot with the Raiders and one other team) the head guy.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Ivey still not practing. Was doing VERY light cone work. Allen can’t be pleased with his body language.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Thanks in advance brother, you’ve been doing an awesome job.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Too bad,B did a great job yesterday.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
I hope Bartell can at least run around through position drills today.
I think I scared myself this morning on my take on the DB position,lol.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Ivey still not practing. Was doing VERY light cone work. Allen can’t be pleased with his body language.
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Methinks Ivey’s body language will soon cease to be our problem…
August 4th, 2012 at 2:25 pm
lefty12 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Too bad,B did a great job yesterday.
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No doubt…JB will be giving me a feed tommorrow. Fan perspective is best IMO…
August 4th, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Ivey=shortcut guy?
August 4th, 2012 at 2:26 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Taiwan Jones fielding kicks.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:26 pm
Taiwan fielding kicks
August 4th, 2012 at 2:27 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Denarius Moore practicing once again, right leg still wrapped.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:27 pm
Its all your,my Raider brethren.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:28 pm
I would have liked Ivey to emerge as something (notice the past tense there).
But I always get a kick out of people thinking all we need to stop the run is a big “nasty” NT, and somehow people thought an undrafted goon like Ivey was going to be the long-lost resolution.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:28 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Today starts with a close-up look at new special teams coach Steve Hoffman barking instructions http://twitpic.com/afir4h
August 4th, 2012 at 2:28 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Eddie McGee joins Bartell and Curry as injured not practicing but working on side with trainer
August 4th, 2012 at 2:29 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Denarius Moore back at practice again but young WR Eddie McGee on the side
August 4th, 2012 at 2:30 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Jacoby Ford also fielding kicks.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:30 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Aaron Curry jogging around the field.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
No sign of Shane Lechler once again.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Before Ivey it was Kellen Heard.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
1,000 or so fans in the house, awaiting practice to kick into high gear. pic.twitter.com/AtySPpbt
August 4th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
JFB,you also scared some of the others judging by their comments.Unwarranted at this point I believe-too early to panic.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@OneNation93: @CorkOnTheNFL If the depth chart would have been set today, who would be higher? Criner or Streater?” — Criner, by a touch.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@napoleonkaufman: @CorkOnTheNFL How my RB’s looking? I’ll be there tomorrow.” — McFadden looks great, Pastor K. Jones, Goodson also sharp.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
PlunkforHOF Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:23 pm
Thanks in advance brother, you’ve been doing an awesome job.
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YW….1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Wide receiver Eddie McGee running on the side with Curry.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
bartell is coming off a broken neck….
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No, he isn’t. He just has a sore hamstring and is listed as “day to day”
He’ll be back soon. He looked good in OTA’s
August 4th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Eddie McGee joins injured players. He’s running along the side with Aaron Curry.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Lefty,
No need to panic, certainly.
But the fact that 3 of our 4 corners right now ended last year on IR still sticks in my craw.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Defensive tackle Travis Ivey still not cleared to practice.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Fans on the one side of practice field and Mark Davis and Reggie McKenzie on the other. Everybody waiting for things to pick up a little
August 4th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Mark Davis chatting it up with general manager Reggie McKenzie between practice fields.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Travis Ivey serving as bouncer to keep fans in line again. Defensive tackle has now missed five days of camp due to not being in shape
August 4th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Cornerback Ron Bartell out of practice yet again.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Denarius Moore practicing again
August 4th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Ron Bartell and Shane Lechler both still out as well.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Travis Ivey serving as bouncer to keep fans in line again.
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Might be a suitable career transition for our buddy, manning the velvet rope.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Denarius Moore practicing again
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Good update Charger fan.VT mentioned that 10 minutes ago.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:41 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Denarius Moore practicing again
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Good update Charger fan.VT mentioned that 10 minutes ago.
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ROFLMAO…
August 4th, 2012 at 2:42 pm
I just found out that Paul Gutierrez is married to that annoying azz chick Amy Gutierrez who does the Giants games.
Not only does she read her lines horribly and plays up her dinginess, but she can’t even dress professionally.
I boo that household!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
Someone must be reading this blog!
August 4th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@hastradamos23: @CorkOnTheNFL wats the deal with Bartell? Lingering Neck issue or something else?” — Hamstring issue. Neck is fine.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Richard Gordon nowhere to be found.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Tight end Richard Gordon still out of action.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @Gtwitten: @LeviDamien Well, who’s going to anchor the 3-4 defense? — Kelly
August 4th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
I hope Ivey’s not thinking that because Bartell and co. are not at practices, it’s OK for him to miss them.
Bartell, Lechler and Curry are all veteran players with legitimate injuries.
Ivey is a practice-squadder being held out because he’s out of shape.
I guess he didn’t get the “We Don’t Care if Al Liked You or Not” memo. You remember? The one with Routt and Wimbley on the cover?
August 4th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
New beat writer: Zachary Koehn, 9, from Sebastopol here covering practice for http://NFLRush.com . Think he’s doing a McFadden health story
August 4th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @PoppaSmurf_34: @LeviDamien How is the defense progressing compared to the offense? — Defense played really well last few days.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
Lefty12 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
Someone must be reading this blog!
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There are some players who do, as evidenced by Branch (I think) twittering “Kick Rocks” at someone a few months back…
August 4th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
DAV, was alludin that vey came in out of shape due to the concussion. He was not able to workout.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Amy Trask kissing babies and petting dogs out here
August 4th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
DAV, was alludin that vey came in out of shape due to the concussion. He was not able to workout.
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How does a concussion make someone unable to do non-impact cardiovascular exercises?
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
What did he get a concussion from?
Slipping on his way to the chocolate fountain station at Golden Corral?
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
If Ivey was having concus issues that happened at an OTA he would be on PUP.I don’t think that had anything to do with his condition.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
How does a concussion make someone unable to do non-impact cardiovascular exercises?
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Ivey had a weight dropped on his head.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Tx, quite frankly, I didn’t notice Burris very much.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
In Tommy Kelly’s honor they are playing Rick Ross during warmups
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
What did he get a concussion from?
Slipping on his way to the chocolate fountain station at Golden Corral?
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Fresh chocolate-covered marshmallows. Nummy.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
I know Bush tweeted last year that he was reading a Raider fan blog and he couldn’t believe all the hate for the players #havefaith
August 4th, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Seymour anchoring the line in warm-up jog. pic.twitter.com/O5xEQLYQ
August 4th, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Stretch time…again. pic.twitter.com/K7gO5qX8
August 4th, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Tommy Kelly high-stepping to Rick Ross, the rapper he resembles. pic.twitter.com/pjea6LG7
August 4th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Getting their stretch on. pic.twitter.com/krFyudUa
August 4th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
In Tommy Kelly’s honor they are playing Rick Ross during warmups
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Money-Money-Money-Money Baaaaaaaaagggggsss
August 4th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
Realtruraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
I know Bush tweeted last year that he was reading a Raider fan blog and he couldn’t believe all the hate for the players #havefaith
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Babe in the woods. Wait ’til he gets a load of Chicago fans the first time goes all twinkle-toes during a run.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @B_Hugh21: @LeviDamien Why is McGee out? — don’t know yet. Allen didn’t mention him yesterday.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Gallery retires.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Jason La Canfora@JasonLaCanfora
Patriots announce G Robert Gallery retires. Even more uncertainty on their offensive line now
August 4th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
@rmartinez98 Ivey can’t be fined for weight if it’s not in contract. His punishment is lost practice and diminished chance at making roster
August 4th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
Realtruraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
I know Bush tweeted last year that he was reading a Raider fan blog and he couldn’t believe all the hate for the players #havefaith
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Neither can I.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @TragicRage: @LeviDamien @gtwitten how’s mr bilikudi doing… Can he possibly anchor the 3-4 — probly not.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Former Raider first-round draft pick Robert Gallery retires, according to Patriots.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:57 pm
Herrera was right. Gallery WASN’T worth $8 mil/year.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:58 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @VicTafur: Amy Trask kissing babies and petting dogs out here — more than petting. It WAS a French bulldog after all.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:59 pm
“Retirement,” my arse. Belichick probably told him “We’re cutting you,” but allowed him to save face.
August 4th, 2012 at 2:59 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
Realtruraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:51 pm
I know Bush tweeted last year that he was reading a Raider fan blog and he couldn’t believe all the hate for the players #havefaith
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Babe in the woods. Wait ’til he gets a load of Chicago fans the first time goes all twinkle-toes during a run.
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lol, tru dat, players should just stay away from blogs and schit, either they will get a big head or get butt hurt, but I liked his Hashtag #havefaith
August 4th, 2012 at 3:00 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:57 pm
Herrera was right. Gallery WASN’T worth $8 mil/year.
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Bet zmiller wish he was still a RAIDER.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Final sprint. Into drills. pic.twitter.com/PLOHRbiM
August 4th, 2012 at 3:01 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Offense assembles on far field, closest to fans. pic.twitter.com/SKPAeHai
August 4th, 2012 at 3:01 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 3:00 pm
RaiderDuck Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 2:57 pm
Herrera was right. Gallery WASN’T worth $8 mil/year.
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Bet zmiller wish he was still a RAIDER.
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Miller would be starting for us this year. Gallery would probably be kept around an extra year as a role model for the young players. Both chased the money instead.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
U don’t have Robert Gallery to kick around any more…
August 4th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Doubt Miller could still start for us.His blocking was never great and now his brain is mush.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Both chased the money instead
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That and Cable and his Hookers
August 4th, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Miller would be starting for us this year.
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YEP….Sometimes it is not about the money.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Marquette King and Jon Condo doing their thing. pic.twitter.com/moRTdACA
August 4th, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Receivers about to turn it loose. pic.twitter.com/bJqMEO06
August 4th, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Juron Criner shadowed. pic.twitter.com/dU3ackUJ
August 4th, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Receivers watch teammates in one-on-one drill. pic.twitter.com/A5W7vOZ2
August 4th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Paul Gut. is a Charger fan?
Is this documented.?
August 4th, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Jerry Mac aint postin shat.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:09 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Heyward-Bey breaks free from blocking sled. pic.twitter.com/Wf9wBtBF
August 4th, 2012 at 3:09 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Jacoby Ford is on the loose once again. pic.twitter.com/eUghZj2E
August 4th, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Derek Carrier hauls in short pass. pic.twitter.com/Yz79Rf3i
August 4th, 2012 at 3:13 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Rod Streater making it look easy. pic.twitter.com/BV1EY320
August 4th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
DHB drops one right on his hands.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:14 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Denarius Moore taking it to the house. pic.twitter.com/LFCN4YXU
August 4th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Get both feet down … or kick rocks. pic.twitter.com/yqc67rV5
August 4th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
More receivers working sideline routes pic.twitter.com/yM99xXC8
August 4th, 2012 at 3:18 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
How low can Heyward-Bey go to haul in low pass? pic.twitter.com/VxVuL6XQ
August 4th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Nice catch by Criner. pic.twitter.com/kCkSuaeo
August 4th, 2012 at 3:20 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@DMikkaylaC: “@ajwilliams23: How’s my Brotha @Huffy247 doin in camp?” Cc @CorkOnTheNFL” — Huffy rockin’ the gold Crocs.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Much appreciated, Thec
August 4th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Someone has some hops. pic.twitter.com/CH4zFAUU
August 4th, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Running drills where ball is thrown behind the receiver. Only two caught it cleanly: Criner, Carrier.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Yes, he made the catch. pic.twitter.com/hmYuNFOn
August 4th, 2012 at 3:22 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Top performers is high throw drills: Jacoby and Criner. Crowd laughs at Carrier who jumps expected high pass and it went low for drop.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:24 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Moore looks in the ball. pic.twitter.com/f1CpmY74
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August 4th, 2012 at 3:24 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Carrier corrals short pass. pic.twitter.com/ylNk5wsE
August 4th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Receivers get a big hand from crowd … just for being receivers
August 4th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Plunketthead Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Much appreciated, Thec
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YW…1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Put it on the board. pic.twitter.com/iHxc0fFH
August 4th, 2012 at 3:27 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Terrelle Pryor shows off his form http://twitpic.com/afj9je
August 4th, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Criner headed back for another rep. pic.twitter.com/wiD31442
August 4th, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Pryor to DHB for 6. pic.twitter.com/O1VB2SRe
August 4th, 2012 at 3:29 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
@Square_Bizz357G as some of the fans told me yesterday, they expected practice to be a little more action-packed
August 4th, 2012 at 3:29 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
DHB hauls in pass from Pryor pic.twitter.com/rd79Xmv4
August 4th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Criner and Pryor can’t connect on a couple endzone crossing passes. They weren’t perfect but Criner usually comes down with them.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Carrier on lookout for Pryor pass. pic.twitter.com/uCCs4s6o
August 4th, 2012 at 3:35 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Criner with endzone grab. Crowd liked that one. http://lockerz.com/s/231273489
August 4th, 2012 at 3:36 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Carswell makes a nice high catch in back of endzone and then Criner outdoes him with one-hander
August 4th, 2012 at 3:37 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Loudest cheers of day for McFadden busting through LBs and then for Ford deep catch
August 4th, 2012 at 3:38 pm
best deep threat on this teamis still JFORD
August 4th, 2012 at 3:39 pm
Ryan Cook = not the answer
August 4th, 2012 at 3:39 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Goodson gets the left edge led by nice Tonga block. Takes it the distance.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:39 pm
If they could switch Belfour to decaf before the games, I think he could be the closer.
But when he starts screaming at himself on the mound, it gets a little uncomfortable.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
New biggest cheer winner: Goodson for turning corner and for Tonga making the block that sprung him
August 4th, 2012 at 3:40 pm
PHUCKING COOK.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Fans eating up the speed of running back Mike Goodson.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:42 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Stupar sheds blockers to nail Miller at line. Crowd “ooooh”
August 4th, 2012 at 3:43 pm
JFB,they better try somebody else.Cook has sucked since the All-Star Game.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Fans cheer as first team session ends. We aren’t cheering as the wall of players forms to block our view :/.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:43 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Full-team drills commence. It’s on.
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Goodson turns the corner again, quickly becoming fan favorite.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:44 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
McClain nearly picks off Palmer pass.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:44 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Rolando McClain gets both hands on Palmer pass. Can’t hang on. Nice play.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:44 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Kelly sacks Palmer.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:46 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Leinart with ugly ball but it gets to Schmitt for catch.
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Palmer floats one to Myers over the outstretched arms of Shaughnessy.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:46 pm
McClain needs to learn how to catch!!!
He dropped a couple of potential game-sealing INT’s last year.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Was thinking the same thing, JFB!
August 4th, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Ihenacho stuffs Taiwan at line. Not allowed to take players down, crowd cheers thinking Taiwan broke a tackle.
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August 4th, 2012 at 3:48 pm
JFord is the second best wr on the team and it is a close second behind DMoore. Tell’em Thec
August 4th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Fans more vocal today, for whatever reason.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Nice coverage by Shawntae Spencer on pass over the middle.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:49 pm
Looks like Mcclain will prove me right and have a great season barring injury.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:50 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Jacoby and DHB in same area. Too much traffic and no one comes up with it.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Taiwan Jones getting right foot looked at by athletic trainer. Shoe goes back on.
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Fans all over that nice catch by Heyward-Bey.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Calhoun dives low to get Pryor pass.
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DHB with nice catch from Palmer on post pattern with Spencer defending.
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Tollefson collides with Dmac at the line. Both go down.
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August 4th, 2012 at 3:53 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Pryor pass lacks zip, tight spiral, but it finds Brandon Carswell.
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August 4th, 2012 at 3:54 pm
1mLevi Damien@LeviDamien
Pryor connects with Carswell in traffic.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:54 pm
come on pryor I beleive in you.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Great Job Thec. We owe you bro.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 3:55 pm
Great Job Thec. We owe you bro.
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YW…1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 3:56 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Taiwan Jones joins Jacoby returning punts with Goodson as primary protector.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:56 pm
if Cam can do it pryor should be able to as well. pretty much same skill set.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:57 pm
East-wish I could go along with you on that one.But I do hope.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:57 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Also taking turns returning punts: Conroy Black, Chaz Powell, Dre Muhammad
August 4th, 2012 at 3:58 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Several different players fielding kicks, including Bryan McCann.
August 4th, 2012 at 3:59 pm
Thec,
I’m thinking about attending the game Dec 30th, are you going?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Correction: it is Bryan McCann not Conroy black joining punt returners.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
That was one thing I noticed and talked about in here about Pryor.
You go to his youtube “highlights” and even on his highlight reel throws, his deep balls wobble, float and are almost never spirals.
He kind of just powers it down the field with his arm-strength. If he could learn to spin it, he could probably throw it a country mile.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Lefty12 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 3:57 pm
East-wish I could go along with you on that one.But I do hope.
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i just dont see too much difference in their game left except it seems Cam is more accurate. but remember he did work with a special coach last year which boosted his draft stock
August 4th, 2012 at 4:01 pm
O, Yeah I will be at the game on the 30th.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:02 pm
McCann doesn’t get talked about, but I think he will make the 53 and return a few amount of punts/kicks.
His career averages and last season averages are right there with Jacoby’s.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Good stuff behind the endzone. Ford telling Tollefson and others his reads and what he is looking to do on punt returns
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Cam played against SEC opponents, Pryor played against the Big 10.
And take Ohio STate out of the Big 10 opponents your playing, and it really doesn’t leave much.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Thec,
If I make it, food and trees are on me. We OWE you bro. Great work.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:04 pm
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Thec,
If I make it, food and trees are on me. We OWE you bro. Great work.
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HAHAHHAHAHAHA..You guys do not owe me anything…
1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Just cut and pastin
August 4th, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Cam played against SEC opponents, Pryor played against the Big 10.
And take Ohio STate out of the Big 10 opponents your playing, and it really doesn’t leave much.
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you have a point there but the skill set remains the same i believe pryor would have fared well in auburn as well.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:05 pm
East,as I said I hope.I want to see him perform and trying to keep an open mind.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Heyward-Bey was saying yesterday that Raiders doing twice as much special teams work than past. Two sessions today
August 4th, 2012 at 4:06 pm
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Thec,
If I make it, food and trees are on me. We OWE you bro. Great work.
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wow cant pass on that deal thec
August 4th, 2012 at 4:07 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Barnes just made Houston do a face plant.
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Humphrey just blocked Crawford to the ground.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:07 pm
McClain needs to learn how to catch!!!
He dropped a couple of potential game-sealing INT’s last year.
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Missed an easy game winning TACKLE too.
One thing I’ll say for Ronaldo, his coverage skills are pretty darned good.
Feel he gets way too much criticism for being poor in that area.
Seems to diagnose screens, flairs and delays rather well. Has exceptional length and good radius. Quite adept at taking a drop and knowing where the ball is.
If he played the run as well and as instinctively as he does the pass, we might have something.
And if the queen had balls she’d be the king.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:08 pm
i understand bro i feel the same way about criner most want to put him in the HOF already.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@oscar_vandyke: @CorkOnTheNFL how my son DVD doing.” — About as well as anyone out here. Making Papa Van Dyke proud, eh?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Btw Thec, I live in Oak Park, come and visit any time bro.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Is this Levi Damien a fan or what because he is really out doing the scribes.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:10 pm
TP can see a spiral coach/ flutter ball coach, or specialist.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:10 pm
This is where guys win and lose jobs alot of times…at camp.
It “sounds like” the defense is improved.
I hear Palmer getting intercepted and I don’t know whether to be happy or not.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:10 pm
lefty12 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Is this Levi Damien a fan or what because he is really out doing the scribes.
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SilverandBlack pride blog
August 4th, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Lead writter
August 4th, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:07 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Barnes just made Houston do a face plant.
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not liking what im hearing from houston so far I always thought of him as a DT anyway
August 4th, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Raider O Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Btw Thec, I live in Oak Park, come and visit any time bro.
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We gotta hook up…
August 4th, 2012 at 4:13 pm
not liking what im hearing from houston so far I always thought of him as a DT anyway
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Truth, he needs to move inside.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:13 pm
DVD’s father tweeting, and his mother giving him good advice.
Great Raider Family.
Make us proud DVD!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Tony Bergstrom holding his own in blocking drill.
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Pass-protection drill yielding few offsides, eye-opening battles.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Anytime bro. Let me know. Best time is anytime after Ramadan (2 more weeks).
August 4th, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Barnes then knocks Crawford on his face with one move.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Travis Ivey working by self on side field
August 4th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
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“@Raider23Mike: @CorkOnTheNFL Barnes is the problem. — Khalif Barnes just thumped rookie Jack Crawford. Care to reconsider?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:17 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Check that, Joseph Barksdale just false-started.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:18 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Criner cutting toward post in end zone. pic.twitter.com/nUD4lK9k
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Pryor throws too far behind Criner. Incomplete. pic.twitter.com/70QzJJuL
August 4th, 2012 at 4:18 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Barnes then knocks Crawford on his face with one move.
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Dam whats gotten into Barnes I might be eating some crow
August 4th, 2012 at 4:19 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@Raider40oz: @CorkOnTheNFL How does Goodson look?” — Pretty fast and decisive.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:19 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@Raider40oz: How does Goodson look?” >> off to good start. Papa says he’a “a bigger Charlie Garner.” not sure I would go that far
August 4th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Heyward-Bey beats Spencer deep but drops pass
August 4th, 2012 at 4:21 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Heyward-Bey can’t hang on to deep throw from Palmer. Decent coverage by Spencer.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:21 pm
East,
You and ME. I think Barnes is the weakest link on that OL.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:21 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Heyward-Bey beats Spencer deep but drops pass
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this is why he is our 3rd best WR
August 4th, 2012 at 4:22 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
DHB shakes DVD, burns him deep. But drops pass
August 4th, 2012 at 4:22 pm
Aaron Wilson@RavensInsider
Former Ravens safety Jim Leonhard joined the Denver Broncos today, per John Elway’s Twitter account
August 4th, 2012 at 4:23 pm
If I hear about Spencer getting beat one more time, I will lose it.
C’mon Man! Get another Vet CB who doesn’t get beat every Effin play.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:23 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
DHB has bead on long ball from Palmer. But he misplays it, goes to the ground and can’t hold on.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:23 pm
Hey O you in Oak Park in Sac?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:23 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
DHB has been beating Spencer the way DVD has been beating DHB.
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Sorry O
August 4th, 2012 at 4:24 pm
Barnes just made Houston do a face plant.
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not liking what im hearing from houston so far I always thought of him as a DT anyway
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Might be that he is not the scrub some folks make him out to be.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:24 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Ford being worked on by athletic trainer. Not sure what the issue is this time.
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Stay off the adult beverages
August 4th, 2012 at 4:24 pm
East,
San Diego bro.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:25 pm
That was one thing I noticed and talked about in here about Pryor.
You go to his youtube “highlights” and even on his highlight reel throws, his deep balls wobble, float and are almost never spirals.
He kind of just powers it down the field with his arm-strength. If he could learn to spin it, he could probably throw it a country mile.
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Definitely would prefer a nice tight spiral, and certainly can’t have those floaters (Matty Lice), but the ‘wobblers’ don’t bother me much. Long as they get to where they’re supposed to.
I’ve noticed that Peyton Manning throws quite a few wobblers.
Agree that the vast majority of pure passers throw a pretty ball, though.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:25 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:22 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
DHB shakes DVD, burns him deep. But drops pass
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again? 10 yard hitches again this season I guess
August 4th, 2012 at 4:26 pm
damn!
Get rid of that dude!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:26 pm
I think Barnes gets a bad shake at times in here.
He is stellar in the run game, and probably average in pass-protection.
The penalties seem to come in flurries and at the wrong times so it seems like there are more then there actually are, and he isn’t much for getting out in the screen game.
Plus, he doubles as the goalline TE, lol
August 4th, 2012 at 4:26 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Palmer throws a bit behind Ausberry on crossing route and he can’t come up with it.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Rod Streater with play of camp. Makes flat-out dive of Pryor wise pass.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:27 pm
East,
San Diego bro.
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this may come as a surprise but I live in mobile AL the home of J russ. been here the past two years.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
Streater with a nice grab across middle and round of applause
August 4th, 2012 at 4:27 pm
99-funny you keep saying Leinart throws nothing but floaters,yet everyone who has watched him in camp praises the way he throws the ball-even B last night.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:28 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Streater with nice diving grab of off target Pyror catch. Streater hops up and runs in for TD.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:29 pm
Eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:27 pm
East,
San Diego bro.
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this may come as a surprise but I live in mobile AL the home of J russ. been here the past two years.
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boy do they love their college football down here
August 4th, 2012 at 4:30 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Water break time.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
East,
Jabustus?
If you see that sizzurp sipping fat slob, slap him.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
boy do they love their college football down here
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SEC football is SERIOUS bizness in the south.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Coach Dennis Allen huddles with players. Not permitted to Tweet what he’s saying.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
I’ve noticed that Peyton Manning throws quite a few wobblers.
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This is true.
Peyton also powers it down the field, but he has figured a way to do it with touch and accuracy.
But guys like Rodgers, Brees, Brady, even Cam, it is a damn near perfect spiral 99% of the time.
A lot easier to catch when the throw isn’t on the numbers.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
At least two drops by King Darrius today ?
Not good.
Hope they didn’t come when he was facing the QB.
I’ve accepted he’s going to have problems tracking the bomb and making over the shoulder grabs.
Sounds like that was the case on the last one.
If he regresses to not being able to catch facing Palmer we’re back to square one.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:32 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @FAILCOPTER16: @LeviDamien So by extension…. DVD > Spencer? — DVD looks much better, yes.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
With Lechler out, Leinart holder on field goals.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
East,
Jabustus?
If you see that sizzurp sipping fat slob, slap him.
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he is actually being sued for a fight he had at a wauffle house down here.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:33 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@oakland510: How Long Is Streater Signed For??” >> three years
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“@RVinnyT: is this streater making a bigger impression so far this offseason then DMoore a year ago?” >> no but still very good
August 4th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@Rdrs_Ahole: @CorkOnTheNFL DA gettin his bully on” — Perhaps.
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“@murphydandan: @CorkOnTheNFL Gut feeling: Taiwan or Goodson for backup role to DMC?” — Taiwan Jones.
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Same five guys with first-team offensive line: Veldheer, Carlisle, Wisniewski, Brisiel and Barnes.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:08 pm
i understand bro i feel the same way about criner most want to put him in the HOF already.
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Maybe he’s our new FreddyB. Not fast but sure hands.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:35 pm
A lot easier to catch when the throw isn’t on the numbers.
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Yup. A lot easier to catch even when it is on the numbers.
Those wobblers also are problematic in bad weather, windy conditions.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Now Marquette King holding
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Leinart now holding for SeaBass
August 4th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
What is JLH doing now?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:31 pm
boy do they love their college football down here
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you said it. but I TELL’EM COLLEGE FOOTBALL AINT SCHIT ITS ALL ABOUT THE PROS BABY!!! they hate that.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
900 fans just said at same time, “More special teams work?”
August 4th, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Janikowski hammers home first few field-goal attempts, yanks last one wide right.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:38 pm
Jano came to came in good shape
August 4th, 2012 at 4:38 pm
came to camp
August 4th, 2012 at 4:38 pm
JB Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
eastoaklandraider Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:08 pm
i understand bro i feel the same way about criner most want to put him in the HOF already.
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Maybe he’s our new FreddyB. Not fast but sure hands.
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Chaz got a lot of love in the beginning as a raider also we see how that turned out.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
“@tjporreca_23: @LeviDamien @CorkOnTheNFL #picsfromcamp #RaiderNation pic.twitter.com/JioX6r8E” — Keeping tabs on the bully-building process?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:40 pm
2romes Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:36 pm
What is JLH doing now?
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Working out with TO, and Plex
August 4th, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Three tight ends on return team: Ausberry, Humphrey, and Myers.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@SwagMeOutGno: How are is our secondary doing?” >> solid though rough start this week by Spencer
August 4th, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Jacoby Ford, Taiwan Jones alternating kick returns.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:45 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:40 pm
FUNNY!!!!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@RVinnyT: One more Q on streater..looking more like a possession WR or deep threat?” >> possession because of other guys here but he’s fast
August 4th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@SwagMeOutGno: How are is our secondary doing?” >> solid though rough start this week by Spencer
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solid?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
This O will be pick your poison good…
August 4th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
East,
I miss the Waffle House.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:47 pm
99-funny you keep saying Leinart throws nothing but floaters,yet everyone who has watched him in camp praises the way he throws the ball-even B last night.
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Lefty, Matty Lice throws a nice spiral and if given time has decent accuracy.
But he has zero arm strength, his passes take forever to arrive, and he constantly throws helium balloons if he’s hurried at all.
I’m sure he looks decent in camp. Game conditions are another story.
That’s been my Matty Lice observation since his USC days and his inadequacies have been even more apparent in the NFL.
Matt Lice is not NFL material.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:47 pm
great practice Nation! 6 Zeigenbocks and one car bomb, ready for bong-hits, Phelps style!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:47 pm
Will be a diffrent guy every week, CP3 WILL spread the weath to the guys in single.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
East,
I miss the Waffle House.
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gotta get some in cali
August 4th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Fans no doubt enjoying cloud cover. Looks as if it might even rain. pic.twitter.com/vmAQ50SD
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August 4th, 2012 at 4:48 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Taiwan with sideline toe tapper catch from Palmer with DVD in coverage.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Palmer throws toward DHB but porta potty had better shot at it.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:46 pm
This O will be pick your poison good…
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2000 yard season for DMC? if healthy of course
August 4th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Rookie Miles Burris with nice pass breakup on throw for tight end.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Beeecher
Tafur say Amy-cakes kissin’ babies and pettin’ dogs out there!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Burris, homie I’m purchasing the jersey as we chat!
August 4th, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@raiders98: how’s palmer’s accuracy today?” >> fine. solid. A little up and down. Ok. Satisfactory.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:54 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Beeecher
Tafur say Amy-cakes kissin’ babies and pettin’ dogs out there!
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is amy a looker?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:54 pm
I am gonna get a MBURRIS also.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:54 pm
No comment
August 4th, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Yessir, Curry may end up coaching unless he gets out there..
August 4th, 2012 at 4:56 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Difficult to pass along information right now. Action taking place 90 yards or so away from the media.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
RT @ChristipherBean: @VicTafur @CorkOnTheNFL@LeviDamien type faster, I’m caught up on tweets lol — nothing to see at moment.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
East
She’s a middle age white broad, safe to kiss our dogs.lol
August 4th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
Vic Tafur@VicTafur
“@ZackSales: whos having better camp goethel or McClain?!?!” >> is that a serious question?
August 4th, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Pryor ends practice with throw wide and into the turf. I think that’s the 3rd time practice has ended with errant Pryor pass.
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August 4th, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Paul Gutierrez@PGutierrezCSN
Practice over
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“@woodzie0416: you see Raiders sticking to carrying only 5 WR’s? >> No. 6 depends on special teams play
August 4th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
Steve Corkran@CorkOnTheNFL
Practice over. Players getting talk to from coach Allen. Mingling with fans up next.
August 4th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
Nice job Thec,just thankful my crackberry isn’t processing all the news.lol
August 4th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
This one is in the books.
I am out, will come back later.
1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 5:00 pm
Seen a clip of the Taimonster taking a punt return to the house against Nevada, Reno.
Taiwan can be scary good in that role if you want to risk it.
Guy is a blur and has that subtle shift that leaves defenders spinning and grasping.
I’m convinced DMoore can return punts very well too.
Impressive return last year in pre-season that was negated by penalty. Has that fluid change of motion while in high gear that is dangerous.
I know JFord is a great KO return man. No reason to think he couldn’t do well handling punts.
I know one of JFB’s pet peeves has been our punt return game, but I think we’ve got 3 guys that are more than up to the task.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:00 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
Nice job Thec,just thankful my crackberry isn’t processing all the news.lol
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No worries Bruh…. 1 NATION
August 4th, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Thec Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:59 pm
This one is in the books.
I am out, will come back later.
1 NATION
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one love thec
August 4th, 2012 at 5:02 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
East
She’s a middle age white broad, safe to kiss our dogs.lol
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dam that would have been cool if she was hot.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:04 pm
ufc free on fox now!
August 4th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Levi Damien@LeviDamien
Pryor ends practice with throw wide and into the turf. I think that’s the 3rd time practice has ended with errant Pryor pass.
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Shades of JaMoron.
Remember Jerry used to harp on the amount of balls hitting the turf, practice after practice.
Something that shouldn’t be consistently seen at this level.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Tafur said Trask was the Mother Teresa or Princess Diana of the Raiders
August 4th, 2012 at 5:06 pm
TP will have to run like hell if he wants a job, or learn to catch at an elite level.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:10 pm
TxRaider210 Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 5:06 pm
TP will have to run like hell if he wants a job, or learn to catch at an elite level.
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he will no doubt be a 3rd stringer, unless he is one of those guys who plays games better than he practices
August 4th, 2012 at 5:13 pm
looks like the blog is dead ill check in later. peace and hair grease nation.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:23 pm
Levi Damien @LeviDamien
Last players to linger signing autographs for fans: Jon Condo, Taiwan Jones //////////////////////////////////////////////////Great guy, that Jon Condo! Great Raider, great long snapper. Definitely deserves a spot on the 53. TJones cool, too.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:27 pm
Swick KO 1 for 1
August 4th, 2012 at 5:28 pm
That was brutal.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:31 pm
Amy Trask is a middle aged, intelligent white broad. That is what you really mean.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:40 pm
Charlie Casserly seemed to imply yesterday that it wasn’t a 100% lock that Pryor would make the roster.
I highly doubt that, but people respect his opinion.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:41 pm
I know one of JFB’s pet peeves has been our punt return game, but I think we’ve got 3 guys that are more than up to the task.
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The last two years we have been in the late 20’s in return average and have 0 TD’s and 3 lost fumbles on punts.
Throw in the fact we don’t even have guys who would go up and fair catch a 42 yard punt, and would let it roll into a 55 yarder, and yes it was and still is a major pet peeve of mine.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:43 pm
My RaiderSences are tingling
August 4th, 2012 at 5:46 pm
I’ve watched Lauzon fight a few times. Always liked him
August 4th, 2012 at 5:48 pm
Beyotches! Whut up!?
August 4th, 2012 at 5:50 pm
On one play, on one of those Rollouts, Pryor couldn’t find anybody, so he took off, and that was very impressive. Dude gets in the wind.
August 4th, 2012 at 5:52 pm
On one play, on one of those Rollouts, Pryor couldn’t find anybody, so he took off, and that was very impressive. Dude gets in the wind.
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Sounds like a uniform number change is in order than, if he is going to be mired as the #3 QB.
One with 2 digits and begins with an “8″
August 4th, 2012 at 5:55 pm
You were right though, he forces a wobbly ball with arm strength.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:14 pm
I just don’t see any value with a world-class athlete like that as your #3 QB.
If he is the backup, or you think he can overtake Leinart at some point, then fine.
But a #3???? There is nothing there, move him over to catch fade’s in the red zone or SOMETHING.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Forget the only reason espn is doing so much on jets as being the Tebow/Sanchez thing…ESPN just had as THEIR TOP STORY ON SPORTSCENTER an apparent injury to Santonio Holmes…not even major…he hurt a rib and (gasp) may miss the 1st preseason game.
Then, they asked Sal P. how the rest of practice went etc. This was ESPN’s TOP STORY. Before the Olympics, Baseball, or anything else.
This is not just about Tebow and Sanchez this is all about the freaking Jets.
Why do they think the american public is so obsessed about a team that hasn’t won schytt since 1969?
Shoot, the Raiders have been to a SB more recently than them.
Sorry. Just had to vent a bit as a find this very irritating.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:21 pm
I’d like to see Machida & Silva fight.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:21 pm
No way Pryor is one of the top 6 WRs on the team.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:22 pm
I think Pryor is as good as Tebow.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:23 pm
I wonder how teams like the Giants feel about all this Jets crap. Or how about GB or a big market like Chicago?
It’s like they are trying to force the american football fan to embrace the Jets.
Like I said, it’s beyond Tebow or even a New York thing….The NYG are the SB champs and their coverage pales in comparison.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:27 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Forget the only reason espn is doing so much on jets as being the Tebow/Sanchez thing…ESPN just had as THEIR TOP STORY ON SPORTSCENTER an apparent injury to Santonio Holmes…not even major…he hurt a rib and (gasp) may miss the 1st preseason game.
Then, they asked Sal P. how the rest of practice went etc. This was ESPN’s TOP STORY. Before the Olympics, Baseball, or anything else.
This is not just about Tebow and Sanchez this is all about the freaking Jets.
Why do they think the american public is so obsessed about a team that hasn’t won schytt since 1969?
Shoot, the Raiders have been to a SB more recently than them.
Sorry. Just had to vent a bit as a find this very irritating.
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It’s the same reason why, several years back, MSNBC’s lead story on its nightly newscast was…Seinfeld ending his show. Why? Because it’s a show about New York, and they can’t stop kissing up to that HUGE media market.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
@ Thec …Great Job! Thank you for the updates
August 4th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
Levi Damien @LeviDamien
Zach from NFL Rush joins the @RAIDERS media today to ask Dennis Allen a few questions. lockerz.com/s/231297537 Good photo.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
Nice work Thec.
One Nation Under a Groove
Nothin Can Stop Us Now
Gettin Down Just for The Funk of It
August 4th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
https://twitter.com/LeviDamien/status/2319080601
August 4th, 2012 at 6:47 pm
https://twitter.com/LeviDamien/status/231908060107513857
August 4th, 2012 at 6:47 pm
That was it.
August 4th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
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August 4th, 2012 at 7:04 pm
Somebody else checked out Mr. Greens’ link. Have fun JB.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:08 pm
Duck,
I hear you, but it seems to be something specific about the Jets.
Why not more coverage on the SB champion Giants? They’re New York too…
They have this grave look of concern in regard to Holmes and his injury (which x rays are negative btw).
What does Rex Ryan have to say? How might this affect the practice squad. “We’ll get to the Olympics..but first, how do the Jets prepare for their first pre-season game”?
August 4th, 2012 at 7:12 pm
Beeecher,
Congrats, Shogun won, damn good brawl tho!
August 4th, 2012 at 7:20 pm
I think Pryor is as good as Tebow.
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He wasn’t in college, or his rookie year in the NFL.
I think he is more athletic though.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:24 pm
I think if Raiders went to Pryor on that critical 3rd and 3 against Detroit (the one where Schilens couldn’t get to) that Pryor could’ve fallen forward for the 1st.
I wouldn’t mind seeing him put on that situation this season.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:29 pm
Tebow – Religious Hypocrisy = Pryor
August 4th, 2012 at 7:32 pm
Rex Ryan is sharing his diet secrets in a special segment on ESPN.
He’ll be interviewed on “Face the Nation” tomorrow morning for his thoughts on the situation in N. Korea.
Oh. They just broke in with a story of one of the Jets practice squad players who may have pulled a hamstring.
I gotta check this out.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:37 pm
DJ Johnny Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 7:08 pm
Duck,
I hear you, but it seems to be something specific about the Jets.
Why not more coverage on the SB champion Giants? They’re New York too…
They have this grave look of concern in regard to Holmes and his injury (which x rays are negative btw).
What does Rex Ryan have to say? How might this affect the practice squad. “We’ll get to the Olympics..but first, how do the Jets prepare for their first pre-season game”?
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The reason is because Coughlin is a professional, no-nonsense coach who knows what excessive media coverage can do, and so actively discourages it.
Rex Ryan is a foot-sniffing buffoon who thinks there is no such thing as “bad press,” and actively invites them in.
Guess who wins more?
August 4th, 2012 at 7:41 pm
“We apologize for interrupting the Prsident’s speech tonight, but word has come out of Jets camp that Rex Ryan farted”.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:45 pm
Duck, You are right about that one for sure, but i’m still befuddled by the media expecting the entire world to care about them.
New York is a huge market, but so is LA, Chicago and Atlanta…
There just seems to be something weird about all this.
August 4th, 2012 at 7:46 pm
New post.
August 5th, 2012 at 2:13 am
xraided Says:
August 4th, 2012 at 9:19 am
i’d trade Ford before Moore
Houston before SHO-nasty
Veldheer = out of the question
DMAC = out of the question
Wiz = out of the question
BigMac isn’t even considering it. this much i know!
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We will roll with what we have…draft and repair next year.
August 5th, 2012 at 1:52 pm
Vehldeer, Wisniewski, Branch, Moore, Ford, are not available for trade, unless it involves A. Rogers.