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Louis Murphy in danger of being cut by the Raiders

Found July 05, 2012 on Pro Football Zone:
PLAYERS: Louis Murphy,  Juron Criner,  Rod Streater
TEAMS: Oakland Raiders
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According to Steve Corkran of the Contra Costa Times, Oakland Raiders wide receiver Louis Murphy will have to “fight” for one of the two final receiver spots once training camp rolls around.

With the emergence of Juron Criner and Rod Streater, Murphy will have to stand out during training camp.  He only had 15 receptions for 241 yards last season, after putting together a strong 2010 campaign.

 

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