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Why the new Raiders OC needs to be Chris Ault

Found January 11, 2013 on The Penalty Flag: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Terrelle Pryor,  Marques Tuiasosopo,  Carson Palmer,  Matt Leinart
TEAMS: Oakland Raiders
The Oakland Raiders rid themselves of former offensive coordinator Greg Knapp and now it’s time to find a new offensive coordinator, but the type of offensive coordinator the Raiders need to find is an one with an extensive background in the Pistol formation like former head coach of Nevada, Chris Ault. Why, because the Raiders have a quarterback on the roster named Terrelle Pryor who fits that formation perfectly. The recent explosion of quarterbacks like Colin Kaepernick, Robert Griffin III and Russell Wilson has breathed new life into the formation… Read more
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