Raiders sign cornerback from Packers practice squad
By Steve Corkran
Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 at 10:48 am in Oakland Raiders.
The Raiders filled the void on their 53-man roster by signing cornerback Brandian Ross from the Green Bay Packers practice squad.
Ross initially made the Packers 53-man roster, but he got cut a week later when a veteran player returned from a one-game suspension.
Teams are permitted to sign players from another team’s practice squad, provided that player is added to the new team’s 53-man roster.
The Raiders had an opening as a result of waiving long-snapper Nick Guess on Tuesday.
Ross was signed by the Packers in 2011 as an undrafted free agent out of Youngstown State. He spent the season on their practice squad.
The Raiders also re-signed defensive tackle Vaughn Meatoga to their practice squad.
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September 19th, 2012 at 10:49 am
September 19th, 2012 at 10:49 am
Poop
September 19th, 2012 at 10:49 am
Raiders RapidReports @CBSRaiders
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said the Raiders are a “different team” when they play at home. “They feed off that crowd.”
Retweeted by Vic Tafur
September 19th, 2012 at 10:50 am
Fire all…..
September 19th, 2012 at 10:50 am
The more game tape I watch on Geno Smith the more of a Bromance I have for the guy…. Accurate, Strong Arm, Mobile, Film Junkie, Team Leader, Great Pocket Awareness. I can go on and on about this kid. I spent 4 hours last night going over some of his games.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:51 am
Yeah i like geno too. Time to see if tp is a player..
September 19th, 2012 at 10:51 am
Crabtree the 49ers go To Guy
http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/articleGallery/Michael-Crabtree-now-49ers-go-to-guy-3875930.php
September 19th, 2012 at 10:52 am
DutchRaider77 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:44 am
DennisAllensVisor
FF Question?
Would you start Houston Defense at Denver
Or
Dallas Defense at Home against Tampoon Bay?
ESPN has Texans as #2 this week?
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Houston’s D is a auto start at this point.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:52 am
Here’s your Sterling Moore update (Source: http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4730013/defensive-snaps-moore-over-dowling).
Played 30 of 64 snaps vs. Cardinals.
ANALYSIS: A change in the Patriots’ sub packages stood out, with CB Ras-I Dowling replaced by CB Sterling Moore in the nickel. One line of thinking was the that Dowling (6-1, 210) would be a good matchup against the size of Larry Fitzgerald (6-3, 218), but the Patriots had more confidence in Moore (5-10, 200) joining top cornerbacks Kyle Arrington (5-10, 195) and Devin McCourty (5-10, 195) in the sub.
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220.JohnnyRaider Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:46 am
The Raiders should make 3 open spots on their 53 man roster by removing Kelly, Seymour and Huff. Does anyone know if Sterling Moore is still a CB for the Cheaters, I really thought he was great. I wished that Reggie would have saved money on cap by not bringing back Kelly and Seymour; that money could have maybe gotten us CB Tracy Porter, he made nice bring on the ball against the Falcons and came close to an interception.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:52 am
Any 47 percenters here?
September 19th, 2012 at 10:54 am
OK! Its out of my system … we lost 2 games. Behind us. We have a game scheduled Sunday and The Raiders can win that game by improving in 2 areas.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:55 am
Fire Greg Knapp
The Raiders deserve better. Greg Knapp has proven he cannot win against defensive coordinators in the NFL. His route concepts don’t work, he doesn’t put our players in the best position to win, & his playbook does not emphasize the run or the vertical game.”
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Sincerely,
[Your name]
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-oakland-raiders-fire-greg-knapp
September 19th, 2012 at 10:55 am
RaiderSam Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:28 am
Kokomo Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:25 am
All,
Encourage u to listen to this Rod Woodson, Bill Romanowski & Greg Papa on 95.7 FM yesterday. http://957thegame.com/topic/play_window.php?audioType=Episode&audioId=6037541 They talk about the zone blocking and how bad the Raiders have looked. They especially talk about how ZBS isn’t a fit for our OL and DMAC. Not good news for the team. They all think we start 0-5 before our first win. It’s just sad that a team that was 8-8 last year is now in the race for a top 5 pick
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Whenever former Raiders come on to criticize the new management, you know its going to be “on” in that locker room…Allen is losing the team a little more…and with the Niners blowing up on the other side of the bay , the pressure will only increase.
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Ridiculous.
You really think players give a rats patootie on what Romo says? Or that the locker room is going to be “on” because of comments Woodson or Papa says?
You are aware that most don’t have the time, nor take the time to listen to talk shows?
Yeah, they know we’re POed. Goes without saying. Unless a reporter shoves a mic in their face, asking about it, most players have no idea what Romo or anyone has to say.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:56 am
Paradise,
Special teams have got to get their act together!
September 19th, 2012 at 10:56 am
@kellygreenninja
Sadly I agree … If Kelly & Seymour were brough back thinking they were a strength of our Defense thats ok, but they aren’t playing like it at all, same old results with all other staffs and schemes before this one.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:56 am
47 percenters lol…. Here we go
September 19th, 2012 at 10:58 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:56 am
Paradise,
Special teams have got to get their act together!
—— True … I still have generating a run-game as the most imperative part that would change everything, we will only go as far as RUN DMC and Palmer, Moore can take us ….and DMC is the most crucial part.
after that … a pass rush.
September 19th, 2012 at 10:59 am
Paradise,
Go back and watch the Miami game and will see that Miami was using at least 6 blockers on every play and a large portion was doubling both Kelly and Seymour.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:00 am
SB HERE WE COME!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:00 am
ArmChair GM Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:55 am
Fire Greg Knapp
The Raiders deserve better. Greg Knapp has proven he cannot win against defensive coordinators in the NFL. His route concepts don’t work, he doesn’t put our players in the best position to win, & his playbook does not emphasize the run or the vertical game.”
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Sincerely,
[Your name]
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-oakland-raiders-fire-greg-knapp
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LMFAO.
You’re like a little child who’s been handed the hallway monitor badge.
“sign my list..SIGN MY LIST”
Question: “What are you going to do with the list? You do know blog comments amount to zero in the real world, right?”
“I don’t care. It’s MINE, and I want you to SIGN IT.”
Question: “but it’s not yours. You grabbed someone else’s comments and made them yours. Kind of pathetic, no?”
“I don’t care.”
Seriously dude, how old are you?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:01 am
Personally I think we got out coached in both games. Miami has one of the best run D’s in the NFL, special teams were aweful and cost us the SD game. Stop freaking out!!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
But guess what?
Even if we were 2-0 these same pipers would be calling for Knapp to be fired, Palmer to get cut and TP to be our QB. Not my kinda fans.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:59 am
Paradise,
Go back and watch the Miami game and will see that Miami was using at least 6 blockers on every play and a large portion was doubling both Kelly and Seymour.
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I am a film guy and yes thats true at times, but it doesn’t matter great players aren’t taken out of plays just because of double teams … ask Haloti Nata, and even if thats the case then Tarver should be able to work pressures around that with free guys.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Whoever took the time and created the fire knapp link, I applaud you…
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
I’m a 47 percenter
September 19th, 2012 at 11:05 am
MaxtallicA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
I’m a 47 percenter
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You voting for Romney?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:05 am
Carter must have completely sucked or something…
September 19th, 2012 at 11:06 am
Paradise,
That’s where I think we got out coached. No real adjustment after it appeared that we couldn’t get pressure from the edge. Miami had no problem bull rushing their LB’s up the middle against us and completely out-stunted our line.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:06 am
So…if we fire everyone off of 2 games, do we forfiet the season, have the Raiders give back our season ticket money and then wait for Basketball? Because I am surely NOT rooting for another NFL team?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:06 am
KoolKell Says:
Crabtree the 49ers go To Guy
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Being a Texas Tech fan, I advocated for his selection over DHB. He won’t be a Jerry Rice, but he can become a pretty dam good possession receiver. He does seem to be a prima donna though. I hope he does well for the 49ers anyway.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:07 am
RaiderDuck Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:05 am
Carter must have completely sucked or something…
I wonder about that…if NE is still monitoring his injury, he MUST be worth something!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:07 am
Paradise,
I’m not one of those guys that presumes what’s going on behind closed doors but we do have unseasoned coaches running the D.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Morning/afternoon peoples!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Romney says 47% of the population are free loaders.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:10 am
Politics in, I’m out. Only care to discuss football.
Until tomorrow, semi-pros!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
Pocohantas Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:00 am
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LMFAO.
You’re like a little child who’s been handed the hallway monitor badge.
“sign my list..SIGN MY LIST”
Question: “What are you going to do with the list? You do know blog comments amount to zero in the real world, right?”
“I don’t care. It’s MINE, and I want you to SIGN IT.”
Question: “but it’s not yours. You grabbed someone else’s comments and made them yours. Kind of pathetic, no?”
“I don’t care.”
Seriously dude, how old are you?
_____________________________________________________
Um…first of all this is coming from someone who named themselves after a Disney Movie.
A Raider Nation member from San Jose created the petition.
You are a Disney reject who likes to drop the soap for Greg Knapp.
GTFOH.
Oh yeah and
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-oakland-raiders-fire-greg-knapp
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
You see ! We just got started-Believe me its going to get better
It can’t get any worst ! KEEP on MOVIN !
Now Shut the F### UP & believe in our team!
VIVA REGGIE!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Morning/afternoon peoples!
What’s up brah?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:01 am
Personally I think we got out coached in both games. Miami has one of the best run D’s in the NFL, special teams were aweful and cost us the SD game. Stop freaking out!!
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I was just thinking the same thing.
SD lost = special teams
Miami lost = out coached and fatigue
Pitts = bounce back game
September 19th, 2012 at 11:12 am
hwnrdr Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Morning/afternoon peoples!
What’s up brah?
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Nothing much man. Another day Another $.
Wassup w/ you?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:12 am
Rezinator Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Whoever took the time and created the fire knapp link, I applaud you…
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John Landry, a Raider Nation member from San Jose created it. I applaud him too.
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-oakland-raiders-fire-greg-knapp
September 19th, 2012 at 11:13 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:12 am
hwnrdr Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:11 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Morning/afternoon peoples!
What’s up brah?
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Nothing much man. Another day Another $.
Wassup w/ you?
Same ol….another day, another bill to be paid!
Waiting on Sunday! At least we know we have fun during the tailgates!!!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:14 am
MikieG Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:49 am
Raiders RapidReports @CBSRaiders
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said the Raiders are a “different team” when they play at home. “They feed off that crowd.”
Retweeted by Vic Tafur
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Trying to keep the faithful boo birds at bay!
As for this news, go figure another GB – CB scrub. Hopefully he can cover the comeback, but have a feeling we’ll see a few double moves, stop and goes from Wallace for long touchdowns. Lame!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:15 am
Reggie is working 16 hrs on the RAIDERS JOB FAIR.
He is giving Soup & Salad to those who qualify!
BLESS HIM !
September 19th, 2012 at 11:15 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:07 am
Paradise,
I’m not one of those guys that presumes what’s going on behind closed doors but we do have unseasoned coaches running the D.
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Its always hard being fans when the glarring issues on gameday seemingly are so blatantly obvious.
Talent and depth are issues and effort for some (mcclain, huff) but the execution is terrible, scheme is vanilla … just when I thought our defense was going to be multiple and exciting.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:16 am
It would be nice to have some turnovers of any sort, they can definitely help change the complexion of the game. 2 games, 0 turnovers forced, not even a fumble recorded for the other team.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
Raiders LT Khalif Barnes (groin) is out indefinitely.
Barnes left the Week 2 loss to the Dolphins early and was quickly ruled out for the day. Willie Smith, a former undrafted free agent that the Raiders just picked up off the street on Sept. 1, is expected to start on Carson Palmer’s blind side in Week 3.
Related: Willie Smith
Source: San Francisco Chronicle
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
‘but the execution is terrible’
Nailed it!!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
They fked up. They meant RT and not blind side
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
Best rookie coach ever?
“I thought the job Jim and his staff did last year was not only the best job in the league, but maybe the best ever in the NFL,” Madden said. “He had no offseason, no minicamps, no free agency. Then to get that close to the Super Bowl – that was one of the outstanding coaching jobs in NFL history.”
One year later, confronting a more challenging schedule, logic suggested Harbaugh might float back to earth. Then the 49ers opened 2012 by conquering Aaron Rodgers and Matthew Stafford, two of the league’s most dangerous quarterbacks.
Read more: http://ww w.sfgate.com/sports/kroichick/article/Appraising-Jim-Harbaugh-after-20-games-3875929.php#ixzz26wO4NIEN
September 19th, 2012 at 11:19 am
KoolKell Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:09 am
Romney says 47% of the population are free loaders.
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Krappy Rat trolling his way through the morning,
September 19th, 2012 at 11:19 am
DMAC,
You’re just full of good news!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:20 am
Wassup w/ this gay ass Whiner talk? Take that schit somewhere else.
Get off Harbaugh and Crabbys nutz!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:20 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:19 am
DMAC,
You’re just full of good news!
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I try man. I try
September 19th, 2012 at 11:20 am
Why are there 49er fans in here?? Never understood that. Get a job! Or at least one that requires you to work.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:20 am
NOW- I need SAUNDER SAUNDER SAUNDER SAUNDER SAUDER.
Can somebody in OAKLAND here me!
Its spell — A L S A U N D E R …
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 9:11 am
“If your a CB, and you can return kicks, i’ve got a silver & black jersey waiting for you to be fitted in” – Reggie McKenzie
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Give Cliff Harris a shot, maybe it clicks and he makes the best of it. I think the dude has potential, as much as the scrubs we’re working out from these Div I/FCS schools.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
Omoran,
No offense bud, but let others do the spelling.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I am glad to see the Raiders bring back Meatoga to the practice squad. I saw the guy in a preseason game and he got off quick and sacked the QB, he should be really put on 53 man roster now to be on D-line in place of Kelly or Seymour, this guy looked like a beast to me. The Raiders should go to some Somoan Island and bring in some of those big guys for tryouts on our 0-line.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
Kokomo Says:
Encourage u to listen to this Rod Woodson, Bill Romanowski & Greg Papa on 95.7 FM yesterday.
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Romankowski proves what an unbelievable idiot he is as an analyst in that audio. he admits to being wrong about Alex Smith all these years that he said he sucked. Then comes back later and ranks Philip Rivers and Cam Newton AND Carson Palmer in his top 10 QBs, and Luck and RG3 higher than Smith.
Then he says Tony Romo is a choke because he can’t win a big game, but yet he ranks Rivers as #8 who has also never won a big game?
All those steroids phugged Bill’s brain up. He can’t even make rationalize anything he says. He just shoots from the hip. He’s just a loudmouthed idiot. Great linebacker, stupid analyst.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
They fked up. They meant RT and not blind side
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Knapp had a brilliant plan to have Palmer try throwing lefty this week to try something new. Mastermind.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 9:11 am
“If your a CB, and you can return kicks, i’ve got a silver & black jersey waiting for you to be fitted in” – Reggie McKenzie
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Give Cliff Harris a shot, maybe it clicks and he makes the best of it. I think the dude has potential, as much as the scrubs we’re working out from these Div I/FCS schools.
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Harris from Oregon?
I thought he got drafted?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:23 am
KoolKell Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 10:52 am
Any 47 percenters here?
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One I can think of: Jamista Clown. Why is it that the states with the highest obesity rates are the ones that support the conservatives?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:24 am
JohnnyRaider Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
I am glad to see the Raiders bring back Meatoga to the practice squad. I saw the guy in a preseason game and he got off quick and sacked the QB, he should be really put on 53 man roster now to be on D-line in place of Kelly or Seymour, this guy looked like a beast to me. The Raiders should go to some Somoan Island and bring in some of those big guys for tryouts on our 0-line.
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Hawaii guy, seen him play…. strong, strong, player. just a bull-rush guy, hard nose … no BS techniques , just hurt you all game with a mean streak.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:24 am
Raiders also re-signed defensive tackle Vaughn Meatoga————————
Our problems are solved! lol
If he did play we could all chant MEAT!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:25 am
Kokomo Says:
Encourage u to listen to this Rod Woodson, Bill Romanowski & Greg Papa on 95.7 FM yesterday.
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I just saw Romo a few minutes ago. He is much calmer now that he isn’t all roided up.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:25 am
Vince Young signed a contract for $26 million guaranteed from the Titans in 2006, and it’s all gone.
That fool is broke.
Give me $500,000! I’ll flip that schit and turn it to millions. These dudes are fking idiots!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 9:11 am
“If your a CB, and you can return kicks, i’ve got a silver & black jersey waiting for you to be fitted in” – Reggie McKenzie
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Give Cliff Harris a shot, maybe it clicks and he makes the best of it. I think the dude has potential, as much as the scrubs we’re working out from these Div I/FCS schools.
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Harris from Oregon?
I thought he got drafted?
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Yes, from Oregon. Was signed as undrafted to Philly, but was cut prior to 53 man roster. Is a free agent. I think he has mental issues, but thought he was an explosive playmaker at the college level, and if coached up, and the reality of NFL vs CFL sets in maybe he makes something happen for himself.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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Sorry, they are more interested in flat-footed guys that play 12 yards off their man and can’t close in on the ball.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:27 am
is bryant mcfadden or kelly jennings still unsigned? or is reggie only looking at corners on practice squads
September 19th, 2012 at 11:28 am
raiderinparadise Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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Unless she has some sort of ties to Green Bay, no chance. If she’s even smelled Lambaeu Fields parking lot, signher up!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:28 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 9:11 am
“If your a CB, and you can return kicks, i’ve got a silver & black jersey waiting for you to be fitted in” – Reggie McKenzie
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Give Cliff Harris a shot, maybe it clicks and he makes the best of it. I think the dude has potential, as much as the scrubs we’re working out from these Div I/FCS schools.
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Harris from Oregon?
I thought he got drafted?
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Yes, from Oregon. Was signed as undrafted to Philly, but was cut prior to 53 man roster. Is a free agent. I think he has mental issues, but thought he was an explosive playmaker at the college level, and if coached up, and the reality of NFL vs CFL sets in maybe he makes something happen for himself.
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I like what I saw in Cliff at Oregon.
We should def. bring him in for a look.
I’m rolling w/ you on this one.
Cliff Harris pick up the phone and give Reggie a call.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:29 am
I know Meatoga is from Hawaii, but Somoans are big guys for the o-line in less of course we can find other Hawaii guys, but we should put Meatoga on our d-line now, guy is indeed a beast and quick off the ball.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:30 am
raiderinparadise Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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Sorry, they are more interested in flat-footed guys that play 12 yards off their man and can’t close in on the ball.
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Wonder what Al’s opinion would have been if he got to witness the dynamic duo of Lee and Hansen at cornerback?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:30 am
I hate to say this but w/ our depleted secondary what are your thoughts of having Huffy play corner (puke) and Gio playing up top?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:31 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:28 am
raiderinparadise Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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Unless she has some sort of ties to Green Bay, no chance. If she’s even smelled Lambaeu Fields parking lot, signher up!
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lol
September 19th, 2012 at 11:31 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:28 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:26 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:21 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 9:11 am
“If your a CB, and you can return kicks, i’ve got a silver & black jersey waiting for you to be fitted in” – Reggie McKenzie
——————————————————-
Give Cliff Harris a shot, maybe it clicks and he makes the best of it. I think the dude has potential, as much as the scrubs we’re working out from these Div I/FCS schools.
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Harris from Oregon?
I thought he got drafted?
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Yes, from Oregon. Was signed as undrafted to Philly, but was cut prior to 53 man roster. Is a free agent. I think he has mental issues, but thought he was an explosive playmaker at the college level, and if coached up, and the reality of NFL vs CFL sets in maybe he makes something happen for himself.
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I like what I saw in Cliff at Oregon.
We should def. bring him in for a look.
I’m rolling w/ you on this one.
Cliff Harris pick up the phone and give Reggie a call.
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Yeah, sadly it makes some sense, so can rule it out for this orginization. Despite the risks versus reward at a low cost. SMH
September 19th, 2012 at 11:31 am
I rather roll the dice w/ microphone Chekwa!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:32 am
Not going back to the film, but did you guys see Ihenacho out there last week?? He was all over the place during preseason.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:32 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:30 am
I hate to say this but w/ our depleted secondary what are your thoughts of having Huffy play corner (puke) and Gio playing up top?
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As much as I just vomited in my mouth, that seems like the best plan.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:32 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:32 am
Not going back to the film, but did you guys see Ihenacho out there last week?? He was all over the place during preseason.
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He played a lot more last game than week 1.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:33 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:32 am
Not going back to the film, but did you guys see Ihenacho out there last week?? He was all over the place during preseason.
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I thought I saw him in a few plays. Is he # 57 or something like that? I thought I saw another LB as well, but I could be mistaken.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:33 am
Thanks DAV!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:34 am
Let’s face it, the guys being signed only reenforce that this season is only being played for a high draft pick next year.
I WANT TO BE WRONG.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:34 am
#53 DMAC
September 19th, 2012 at 11:34 am
Honestly, I think Huff @ corner is our best shot, but even then it’s not any good. I just have to believe he’s gotta be better then these practice squad guys. Even without reps and practice. Gio and/or Mitchell could do equally as bad if not better then Huff has done this far, same goes for Huff at corner versus Hanson/Lee/Practice squad player.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:35 am
0-2 teams have won Super Bowls.
Our offense this year is ranked 15th in the league, from 9th last year. While admittedly worse, it’s still one of the better offenses in the league. Stats don’t lie. Nobody’s getting fired.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
I also say give Checkwa the nod. Keenan Clayton require a roster spot? I doubt it.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
At least Gio gets picks. WTF does Huffy do besides jump on opponents backs and get dragged a few yds before another Raider comes and finishes the play?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
Tafur tweeting that Romac is watching practice today…
Just following up on his performance Sunday I guess.
Kid looked like he was on pills…
Another SEC ‘pillbilly’?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
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So by that logic you’re saying Reggie or some other dark force paid someone to give Condo a concussion(or maybe he was fine???), break Bartell’s shoulder and schedule us for a Miami trip on a short week.
Oh, I see it now.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:37 am
Hanson & Lee are slot guys. Period.
I dont want Mike Mitchell playing a snap of safety. Dont see why he is even on the roster. Giordano is starting to creep his way back into my doghouse also.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:37 am
BTW, Romney’s 47% comment was his campaign’s swan song.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
Spencer going down was a huge blow.
To my surprise he was by far our best DB out there and was playing great IMO.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:37 am
Hanson & Lee are slot guys. Period.
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Exactly!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
If the Raiders did want to win this year PLax, Cooley, Carter among others would have been brought in and signed.
We all know without being at the tryout they would be upgrades to our current roster.
It looks good to the casual fan to bring guys for a looksee so it seems like your still trying.
Even though hey probaly know deep down this year has already been written off.
Sorry, venting.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
At least Gio gets picks. WTF does Huffy do besides jump on opponents backs and get dragged a few yds before another Raider comes and finishes the play?
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Thing is, if Gio isnt getting picks, he is giving TDs and chunk yardage. And usually 3-4 yards behind his man.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:40 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
At least Gio gets picks. WTF does Huffy do besides jump on opponents backs and get dragged a few yds before another Raider comes and finishes the play?
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Thing is, if Gio isnt getting picks, he is giving TDs and chunk yardage. And usually 3-4 yards behind his man.
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Maybe so but, Huffy gives up the TD and doesn’t get any picks at all. At least Gio returns the fav.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:40 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:35 am
0-2 teams have won Super Bowls.
Our offense this year is ranked 15th in the league, from 9th last year. While admittedly worse, it’s still one of the better offenses in the league. Stats don’t lie. Nobody’s getting fired.
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Fuk stats, Are you watching the same Raider games that I am. Laughable!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I’m down w/ Plax.
Nice red zone target that we’re sorely missing.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:40 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
At least Gio gets picks. WTF does Huffy do besides jump on opponents backs and get dragged a few yds before another Raider comes and finishes the play?
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Thing is, if Gio isnt getting picks, he is giving TDs and chunk yardage. And usually 3-4 yards behind his man.
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Maybe so but, Huffy gives up the TD and doesn’t get any picks at all. At least Gio returns the fav.
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In years past, yea.
This year Gio is like Santa with yards & TDs.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I think Huff is the best dressed Raider. He looks like the players I dress on My Madden Roster. Got the sleeves and socks all nice and clean, with the visor, and towell and stuff. But unlike Primetime, looking good and playing good don’t work for him.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I’m down w/ Plax.
Nice red zone target that we’re sorely missing.
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Agreed.
Also think there is a %17 chance it actually happens.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
Read Tomlin’s praise of DVD in his conference call today, just make ‘Mumbles’ look like another in over his head ex- player, Matt Millen comes to mind.
Cutting guys that get picked up and added to a contenders 53 is a freakin , especially when we are thin at the position…
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
Blog Brahs, awesome news!
Just got word that 3 strippers flying in from New York to work at Spearmint Rhino will be at the Beeeech Pad on Sunday for the game!
The babes can’t wait to ride the Beeeech Lawg, haven’t given them the business since he grew an extra .5 inches
Gonna ship in a few crates of Australian lobster tails to grill up on the hibachi and polish up the PARTYDUDE 8000 for hot margarita action (word up)
And to answer your question – yes, I will be dousing my abs, nads and weiner with my new fragrance CERTIFIED PLATINUM by BEEEECH DAWG
Gots to roll like Biggie Smalls, holla
THERE’S A PARTY IN MY PANTS AND DEM SHORTIES R INVITED
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
TheBay2LA Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I think Huff is the best dressed Raider. He looks like the players I dress on My Madden Roster. Got the sleeves and socks all nice and clean, with the visor, and towell and stuff. But unlike Primetime, looking good and playing good don’t work for him.
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September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
No offense bud, but let others do the spelling.
59.Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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How are her ball skills?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:30 am
I hate to say this but w/ our depleted secondary what are your thoughts of having Huffy play corner (puke) and Gio playing up top?
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I know he would be out of position, I think you put Mitchell in at FS and Leave Branch at SS, they both have blitz-threats and both hit and tackle. Besides nobody is trying to throw over our heads this year, they just run the rock and throw wide open out-routes for 15 yards.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:40 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:38 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:36 am
At least Gio gets picks. WTF does Huffy do besides jump on opponents backs and get dragged a few yds before another Raider comes and finishes the play?
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Thing is, if Gio isnt getting picks, he is giving TDs and chunk yardage. And usually 3-4 yards behind his man.
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Maybe so but, Huffy gives up the TD and doesn’t get any picks at all. At least Gio returns the fav.
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In years past, yea.
This year Gio is like Santa with yards & TDs.
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Gio barely even seen the field. Huffy is playing and fans forget he’s even on the field.
Huffy = Invisible so far
September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
Huff practicing at corner today according to Guiterrez~
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DMAC,
Did you see that play to Floyd that sealed the SD game where Spencer ran about a 15 yard loop trying to cover him on just a basic out route?? It was really bad. I mean, REALLY bad. Yikes.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
Plax is a waste of money, and a roster spot. Flat out. Has not gotten a look anywhere in the league, was a Non-Factor with the Jets. And has already been stated numerous times By Big Red, he will not be signed, and I’m thankful. Criner, could and should be used in any capacity Plax would be.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I’m down w/ Plax.
Nice red zone target that we’re sorely missing.
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Agreed.
Also think there is a %17 chance it actually happens.
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Was 17% a random number our are you saying if our #17 goes down he will be signed?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:45 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DMAC,
Did you see that play to Floyd that sealed the SD game where Spencer ran about a 15 yard loop trying to cover him on just a basic out route?? It was really bad. I mean, REALLY bad. Yikes.
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I recall, poor, poor coverage.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:45 am
If old Reg was such a talent,
Why did he spend 18 years working his way up to GM?
“1 interview Mark’ screwed us on this one…
Guy has as much biz being President of this team as Lice Pube does on ESPN talking football…
September 19th, 2012 at 11:45 am
hwnrdr Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
Huff practicing at corner today according to Guiterrez~
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There you have it
September 19th, 2012 at 11:45 am
DutchRaider77 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:43 am
No offense bud, but let others do the spelling.
59.Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
My wife has great hips, Maybe the Raiders can give her a tryout at cornerback?
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How are her ball skills?
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Depends if I’m in the dog house. lol
September 19th, 2012 at 11:46 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DMAC,
Did you see that play to Floyd that sealed the SD game where Spencer ran about a 15 yard loop trying to cover him on just a basic out route?? It was really bad. I mean, REALLY bad. Yikes.
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Don’t recall. I still think he was playing the best at DB.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:46 am
DMAC Says: I hate to say this but w/ our depleted secondary what are your thoughts of having Huffy play corner (puke) and Gio playing up top?/////////////////////////////Raiders RapidReports @CBSRaiders
Starting FS Michael Huff is taking some snaps at cornerback.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:46 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DennisAllensVisor Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:42 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:41 am
I’m down w/ Plax.
Nice red zone target that we’re sorely missing.
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Agreed.
Also think there is a %17 chance it actually happens.
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Was 17% a random number our are you saying if our #17 goes down he will be signed?
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That’s actually Plaxico’s #..
September 19th, 2012 at 11:47 am
Raideraholic,
Yes, I’m watching the same games you are. And in game one I saw an injured long snapper with no backup on the roster, which would doom the ‘85 Bears, let alone us.
In game two I saw an offense where seemingly most of our star players were just off. Palmer was 50%, he’d missed guys who were wide open all day. McFadden took a pass right off the numbers on a play that would have been a touchdown, a pivotal touchdown in a game that was close and where momentum was everything. The play calling is not be blame in these instances.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:46 am
SaintKaufman Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:44 am
DMAC,
Did you see that play to Floyd that sealed the SD game where Spencer ran about a 15 yard loop trying to cover him on just a basic out route?? It was really bad. I mean, REALLY bad. Yikes.
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Don’t recall. I still think he was playing the best at DB.
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He just got mixed up with the call. Was man call he was playing zone..
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Gotta run peoples!
Go A’s!
Go Dubs!
Go Cal Bears! (fire Tedford)
Go Raiders!
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Be safe & God Bless DMAC
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
DA, Is DMoore 17 as well?
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
Think they bring in Mitchell to cover Miller (TE) in Nickel/Dime situations? Remember him crowing about covering Finley last year (Although he had some horrible miss tackles, Grant run)
September 19th, 2012 at 11:49 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:35 am
0-2 teams have won Super Bowls…
Stats don’t lie. Nobody’s getting fired.
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“There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
-Mark Twain
September 19th, 2012 at 11:51 am
“Statistics don’t lie”
Your NFL general manager.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:54 am
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:48 am
DA, Is DMoore 17 as well?
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Yep
September 19th, 2012 at 11:55 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:47 am
Raideraholic,
Yes, I’m watching the same games you are. And in game one I saw an injured long snapper with no backup on the roster, which would doom the ‘85 Bears, let alone us.
In game two I saw an offense where seemingly most of our star players were just off. Palmer was 50%, he’d missed guys who were wide open all day. McFadden took a pass right off the numbers on a play that would have been a touchdown, a pivotal touchdown in a game that was close and where momentum was everything. The play calling is not be blame in these instances.
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Honestly, I hope the problems we had over the last couple games are correctable. Nothing I would love more than to see a great underdog story. I think are problems are unfortunetley pretty deep. Play calling is part of it but not all of it. As you said there has been poor execution as well.
I would like to just say the SD game would have been different with Condo and Maybe the Raiders were just gassed from the Humidity on sunday. I just get the impression if it’s not one thing it’s going to be another.
I have been a fan for a long time, and as you know this last decade can really suck the kool aid out of people if you know what I mean.
Appreciate your positivity, I just need to see it translate on Sundays.
September 19th, 2012 at 11:58 am
ArmChair GM Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:49 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:35 am
0-2 teams have won Super Bowls…
Stats don’t lie. Nobody’s getting fired.
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“There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
-Mark Twain
LOL, Dallas Cowboys, can’t remember year, but the year that Emmitt Smith held out and came back for week 3.
Started 0-2, then won Super Bowl that year!
September 19th, 2012 at 12:00 pm
You can dress your players on Madden now?! Wow, I haven’t played madden since hostetler (iPhone totally dislikes to spell that name) and Woodson were on the team! PS 1
September 19th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
Carl Weathers Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 12:00 pm
You can dress your players on Madden now?! Wow, I haven’t played madden since hostetler (iPhone totally dislikes to spell that name) and Woodson were on the team! PS 1
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haha, yeah not sure about madden ‘13 but in most latest titles you can change uniform attributes. Of course
September 19th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
The interior of the Raiders line is getting manhandled. It wasn’t nearly so bad in the lst game, and lets face it Solai is a load. But it might be becoming painfully obvious that Wisnieweski is not very good.
September 19th, 2012 at 12:10 pm
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September 19th, 2012 at 12:12 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 12:03 pm
The interior of the Raiders line is getting manhandled. It wasn’t nearly so bad in the lst game, and lets face it Solai is a load. But it might be becoming painfully obvious that Wisnieweski is not very good.
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To his credit it was his first game action. Briesel, and Cooper I do think are liabilites. I always thought Barnes was career backup. his replacement Young, who knows yet? LT is solid, and looks to be so for some time. Solai is a beast. But opponents D-line is getting to far into our backfield, no hats on linebackers. So no lanes to be had for a northbound runner like Dmac.
September 19th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
We can talk about schemes and coaching forever but I think we have to deal with the reality that this isn’t a talented team. We got by last year because the AFC West was a very weak division, none of the teams were good. McKenzie had to get rid of Wimbley and Rout because they were way overpaid and didn’t have the draft picks or cap space to bring in better talent. We don’t want to hear it but this is a rebuid project. It’s going to awhile to bring in the right players to fit the new schemes and find difference makers. The lack of difference makers is the biggest issue with the Raiders. Name a difference maker on Defense? On offense who is there beyond McFadden behind a below average offensive line? When the only top players at their position are your punter, kicker and long snapper you are not going to be a good team no matter who is coaching.
September 19th, 2012 at 12:14 pm
Nope not voting for Romney. I’m a 47 percenter
September 19th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
62.raiderinparadise Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am
DMAC Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:18 am
They fked up. They meant RT and not blind side
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Knapp had a brilliant plan to have Palmer try throwing lefty this week to try something new. Mastermind.
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Or the brilliant plan was start Leinart???
September 19th, 2012 at 12:15 pm
Just traded Gronk for Big Ben and Dwyer in my fantasy league. Expecting huge numbers from them both. Big Ben big first half numbers, 250yds 3 TD’s. Dwyer solid numbers in second half clock eating mode, 75 yds on 16 carries, 1 TD. That way when we lose, I’ll have atleast won a meaningless Fantasy game. Of course I sure as hell hope I’m dead wrong!!
September 19th, 2012 at 12:16 pm
It’s already Wednesday and already we’re starting to see a few guys make a case for how we’re gonna win this Sunday.
By Saturday we’ll see a huge % of guys predicting a victory.
It’s kinda cool i guess but we always buld it up only to be dreadfully let down…
That’s been the pattern and Reggie and DA have done nothing to change it thus far.
Such is the life.
September 19th, 2012 at 12:21 pm
138.Jaysohn Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
We can talk about schemes and coaching forever but I think we have to deal with the reality that this isn’t a talented team. We got by last year because the AFC West was a very weak division, none of the teams were good. McKenzie had to get rid of Wimbley and Rout because they were way overpaid and didn’t have the draft picks or cap space to bring in better talent. We don’t want to hear it but this is a rebuid project. It’s going to awhile to bring in the right players to fit the new schemes and find difference makers. The lack of difference makers is the biggest issue with the Raiders. Name a difference maker on Defense? On offense who is there beyond McFadden behind a below average offensive line? When the only top players at their position are your punter, kicker and long snapper you are not going to be a good team no matter who is coaching.
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Good post, but i contend that there is a case to still be made that we could be explosive on offense.
Palmer i believe is still more than capable of getting the job done at a high level and DMOORE has proved he is a stud at WR. Meyers looked good last Sunday-no drops and 6 cathces. Than u still have DMAC…who has the potential to be as explosive as anyone in the league…we’re all waiting to see it actually happen.
Will they do it? That’s the question.
September 19th, 2012 at 12:24 pm
Tip
September 19th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
What’s wrong with being a 47 percenter
September 19th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Raideraholic (AKAHairyBush) Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:55 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 19th, 2012 at 11:47 am
Raideraholic,
Yes, I’m watching the same games you are. And in game one I saw an injured long snapper with no backup on the roster, which would doom the ‘85 Bears, let alone us.
In game two I saw an offense where seemingly most of our star players were just off. Palmer was 50%, he’d missed guys who were wide open all day. McFadden took a pass right off the numbers on a play that would have been a touchdown, a pivotal touchdown in a game that was close and where momentum was everything. The play calling is not be blame in these instances.
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Honestly, I hope the problems we had over the last couple games are correctable. Nothing I would love more than to see a great underdog story. I think are problems are unfortunetley pretty deep. Play calling is part of it but not all of it. As you said there has been poor execution as well.
I would like to just say the SD game would have been different with Condo and Maybe the Raiders were just gassed from the Humidity on sunday. I just get the impression if it’s not one thing it’s going to be another.
I have been a fan for a long time, and as you know this last decade can really suck the kool aid out of people if you know what I mean.
Appreciate your positivity, I just need to see it translate on Sundays.
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Very well said Raideraholic! Couldn’t agree more.