Five Raiders’ players to watch
By Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer
Friday, August 17th, 2012 at 6:21 pm in Oakland Raiders.
A graphic element filed to the Web this afternoon . . .
Five players to keep an eye on when the Raiders visit the Arizona Cardinals Friday night:
– Running back Mike Goodson: A chance for fans to see what those at training camp have watched until his recent neck injury. An exciting, slashing versatile back and worthy backup to Darren McFadden.
– Tight end Richard Gordon: With Brandon Myers out with shoulder injury, Gordon assumes the starting role over David Ausberry largely on his blocking skills, but his pass catching skills are improving.
– Linebacker Chad Kilgore: An addition to the roster during training camp from Northwest Missouri State, Kilgore was cited by coach Dennis Allen as a player who has flashed of late because of his aggressiveness, tackling skill and special teams prowess.
– DT Christo Bilukidi: The Raiders’ sixth-round draft pick drew praise from Allen for his run-stopping skill against Dallas and is a candidate to become the fourth defensive tackle in the Richard Seymour-Tommy Kelly-Desmond Bryant rotation.
– QB Matt Leinart: Leinart had a solid game against Dallas (11-for-16, 89 yards) and has an iron grip on the job as backup to Carson Palmer. Leinart washed out in Arizona, and here’s a chance to show his former team he can still be an effective NFL quarterback.
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August 17th, 2012 at 6:22 pm
1 NATION
August 17th, 2012 at 6:23 pm
Jerry on fire…lol
August 17th, 2012 at 6:24 pm
My draft day sleeper Christo will make some noise.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:24 pm
Jerry, whats the word on Wade?
August 17th, 2012 at 6:24 pm
When rewatching the game, it was obvious Kilgore was better than the others he was playing against.
He should be playing earlier in the game today.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:25 pm
no Crawford or Cumbie??
what a shame.
agreed with Thec that Bilukidi & Hamilton will see plenty of action tonight
August 17th, 2012 at 6:26 pm
Wish we had of tried to get Jemeel McClain from balt.
He would make an excellent mike in this D
str8t beast…
August 17th, 2012 at 6:27 pm
Dennis Allen likes Rick Gordon.
Will Ausberry or Humphrey shine tonight and show the staff they are serious about competing for the starting TE job?
If Gordon doesnt do much in the next 2 games, I think Brandon Myers wins by default. Same could be said of Miles Burris. Aaron Curry will be starter the day he’s healthy enough, unless Burris does something positive to catch the coaches attention
August 17th, 2012 at 6:27 pm
announcer in the det vs balt game just mentioo ned the det drive to win in oakland…ugh
August 17th, 2012 at 6:28 pm
Crawford is gonna get his today.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:28 pm
I’m rooting for Hamilton & Kilgore to be the 52nd & 53rd guys on the 53-man roster … Oakland could use a few more Podunkers!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:28 pm
Jonathan Stewart with a little ding, just adds more value to Deangelo Williams in the FF world.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:29 pm
I bartend at the Trump in Sunny Isles, Fla and got to meet Murph and his sexy girlfriend. They enjoyed the service and the last thing I told him was,Go Raiders while I was shaking his hand. Checked the receipt after he left and no extra grat was included…few months later he gets traded.
Wasn’t my fault! LOL
August 17th, 2012 at 6:29 pm
To the Semi’s that save the world for us non-techie types, any posts of the links to watch the games are greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!!!!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:30 pm
We already have a beast in the makin with the last name McClain, just watch and serve yourself a nice helping of crow at the end of the season
August 17th, 2012 at 6:30 pm
MiamiRaider78 Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:29 pm
I bartend at the Trump in Sunny Isles, Fla and got to meet Murph and his sexy girlfriend. They enjoyed the service and the last thing I told him was,Go Raiders while I was shaking his hand. Checked the receipt after he left and no extra grat was included…few months later he gets traded.
Wasn’t my fault! LOL
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I’m surprised he was able to sign the check at all with those alligator arms.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:30 pm
Crawford is gonna get his today.
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inactive tonight, Thec
look for #75 Hall Davis to get his
August 17th, 2012 at 6:31 pm
Atdhenet and firstrow should work
August 17th, 2012 at 6:31 pm
vipbox(dot)tv
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
RaiderRockstar Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:30 pm
Crawford is gonna get his today.
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inactive tonight, Thec
look for #75 Hall Davis to get his
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What???? was he on the list???
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
Korey Bosworth will be wearing #97 tonight, eh?
look for him on special teams
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
16
He actually flinched when I slid the checkbook to him.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
Jack Crawford has a little too much John Amaechi in him for my liking.
He went to some fancy-pantsed London prep school with the dude from Harry Potter!!!
Does that sound like our next beast D-lineman?
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
firstrowsports(dot)eu
August 17th, 2012 at 6:33 pm
yes Thecster. no Crawdaddy this evening
August 17th, 2012 at 6:33 pm
Just Fire Baby Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:32 pm
Jack Crawford has a little too much John Amaechi in him for my liking.
He went to some fancy-pantsed London prep school with the dude from Harry Potter!!!
Does that sound like our next beast D-lineman?
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ROFLMAO… you r wrong
August 17th, 2012 at 6:35 pm
RR I asked you a question a few posts back
August 17th, 2012 at 6:35 pm
check in with YOU PEOPLE later …
Go Raiders!!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
LTR Rock
August 17th, 2012 at 6:38 pm
OK, here’s what I liked about the pace of the Panther O.
There was a play where Kimmy completed a pass for a nice gain of about 15 yards that ended with the ball carrier going out of bounds.
There was no pounding the chest, head bobbing, fist pumping or any celebration whatsoever.
No. The Panther who made the play, flipped the ball to an official and then turned to run back to the huddle.
This tells me they’re a well coached squad that understands it’s important to get back quickly, get the next play set and give the QB as much time as possible to look over the opposing defense.
Sometimes a little flip of the ball to an official and the pace of an offense can be quite revealing, especially in a pre-season game.
Which leads me to the third part of this post, which I will put up shortly…
August 17th, 2012 at 6:40 pm
NFL Gamepass is the greatest thing ever – now for the first time in my life I can watch my beloved Raiders games live in Australia. I’m even fired up about the preseason, watched the Monday night opener at work on Tuesday (down under time!)
Was really impresseed with Streater – rangy and smooth over the middle, made me think of my all-time favourite Timmy Brown crossing over the middle like he was floating, totally fearless (unlike poor Jacoby Ford – he was short-arming and hearing footsteps). Leinart looked very composed, feel confident he could step in if required this year.
GO RAIDERS!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:41 pm
JFB,our 3rd DT is from Harvard.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:42 pm
Klas is awake after nap. Brewing some coffee and rocking the powder! Go Raiders!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
I want Bryant to bring back the club this year – made him look fierce
August 17th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
JFB,our 3rd DT is from Harvard.
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No problem with that.
Them Ivy leaguers play rugby and lacrosse and other things.
These London prep board schools drink tea.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:44 pm
Aussie, what time is it in Australia?
August 17th, 2012 at 6:45 pm
Hope watching the game via the PS3 works!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:45 pm
Hey Klas, it’s 9.45am on Saturday
August 17th, 2012 at 6:46 pm
Ausie, it 4am in Sweden.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:48 pm
Good point.Enjoy the game guys and remember its practice and we are still tied for 1st.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Can we go to those websites now or do they only flip the switch at kickoff?
I am hoping the google TV works for it, don’t really want to watch it on the PC.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Ibrahimovic, he rocks it like a Swede! lol
August 17th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Replacement zebra’s suck!!!!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeyotches!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:50 pm
Palmer is going to light it up like a Swede tonight with 2 TDs
August 17th, 2012 at 6:50 pm
I have my eye on one dude tonight…..CP3. Be smart, play well, don’t throw it to the other team.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:51 pm
wow, that’s impressive commitment! Is NFL big over there? Very little support in Australia – I’m always disappointed when I have to explain to kids in my class why I have framed autographed gridiron pictures hanging up in my classroom.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
JFB
The feed won’t start working until the game starts
August 17th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
West Coast Eagles!!
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AussieRaiderRosco Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:40 pm
August 17th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
OK, I guess it’s early enough. Time to bake!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:53 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:49 pm
Replacement zebra’s suck!!!!
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LMAO,but so do the regular refs.
August 17th, 2012 at 6:54 pm
Aussie, I’m usually up till 2 or 3 partying on Fridays anyways. Easier to just stay up and keep the party going!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:55 pm
Thanks, Tru
August 17th, 2012 at 6:55 pm
First rip in the books!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:56 pm
If you’re in the LA area, game is on KTLA 5.
RAIDERRRRRRS!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:56 pm
55. 5!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Are you ready Raider Nation?
Let’s do this ISH!!
August 17th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
Raidernationdave Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:52 pm
West Coast Eagles!!
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My wife is a West Coast Eagles fan – I go for Essendon
August 17th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
58. I like you’re wife already. You on the other hand….
August 17th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
KK is right. Teams like the Patriots and GB score on their first possession. We should too if you want to be considered elite. Thats all KK wants.
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Ridiculous comment. Borderline moronic.
Preseason?
Lots of teams are sitting players on both sides of the ball due to dings and just wanting to see how certain players react.
And wrong. Pats didn’t score until the 3rd qtr. Pack scored in second qtr.
Do either one of you have a clue?
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GB and NO have already scored on the first possession in preseason. You guys should research or know what your posting before you start.
Also, the point is to want and strive for perfection. Our team and fans should want perfection.
Why not?
August 17th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
*your
August 17th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Where can I watch the game streaming on line?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:01 pm
59.Raidernationdave Says:
August 17th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
58. I like you’re wife already. You on the other hand….
Fair enough – big rivalry.
I reckon Al Davis would have drafted Nic Naitnui to play tight end if he ever saw an Eagles game!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:01 pm
OK, as mentioned, I was impressed by Deangelo Williams and the PACE of the Carolina offense.
Been watching football for decades now and as I get older and slower (but hopefully wiser), I realize the importance of PACE to an offense.
I think Chip K and the Oregon Ducks are on to something with their phrenetic fast paced attack.
Kind of like having a continual fast break attack in hoops.
They’re the Paul Westhead/Loyola Marymount of the NCAA, and I think the Beaver style of attack reaped dividends.
Can an extremely fast paced attack like that work in the NFL ?
I think so.
We’ve seen evidence of this when the no huddle is used extensively.
Peyton Manning in particular is excellent at this.
When you have New York Giant Linebackers faking injury to slow down an opposing offense, that’s indicative that when executed properly – the fast break offense will put extreme pressure on a defense.
Will set up mismatches to be exploited and will wear defenders down.
I think we’re going to see more of this type of attack as football continually evolves.
Now, it’s TIME FOR RAIDER FOOTBALL !
August 17th, 2012 at 7:02 pm
LET’S DO THIS
August 17th, 2012 at 7:02 pm
I love Greg Papa & Coach Flores….
They’re fair even though they’re homers and tell it like it is.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:04 pm
Do you have to download this Ilived thing?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:04 pm
Raider channel is still showing Tampa game, WTF?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Klas
I’m half drunk and ready for some American Football!! It’s Tiiiiimmmeeee!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Got a quality picture on the flat screen via the ps3. Thanks for the ideas,guys! Go Raiders
August 17th, 2012 at 7:06 pm
first time I’ve ever seen Papa – way younger than he sounds!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
Yeah, game is on!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
first row working well.
Later
August 17th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
Anyone got a link to the radio feed ?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:08 pm
Ford smh
August 17th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
Same as before… wake up..!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
WTF?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
Ford still has some learning to do, He even stopped just a little before taking off five yards in to the end zone. CP almost intercepted after being hurried
Cp misses again third down coming
August 17th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
CP3 lokks horrible.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
Any link for streaming video?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:10 pm
TIM almost lived up to his name first play from scrimmage !
August 17th, 2012 at 7:10 pm
32 pass, and a run? Just like last year.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:10 pm
That was real bright. Two incompletes, then run it up the middle?
KK will not be happy
August 17th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Mitchell finally stops Peterson
August 17th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
SMH
August 17th, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Klas’ feed is sh*t.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:17 pm
Has the sky fell yet, lol
August 17th, 2012 at 7:17 pm
Not a promising start, to say the least.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:19 pm
Uh is this 2011 or 2012? WTF? What year is this?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:20 pm
6 yds deep again? Cut J. Ford.
August 17th, 2012 at 7:23 pm
J. Ford has tried to return two kicks from Yuma?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:24 pm
CP3! 2 in a row?
August 17th, 2012 at 7:25 pm
That counter looked like Zack & Charlie!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:28 pm
Rod Streater! Nice try baby!
August 17th, 2012 at 7:35 pm
Wow…that was totally not worth it. Can I have my money back?