WR Andre Holmes Claimed Off Waivers By Raiders
The Oakland Raiders have claimed Andre Holmes off waivers from the New England Patriots. Holmes, who is 6’4″ and runs a 4.45 forty, will be a welcome addition to the Oakland camp. Even though he has been cut by two teams recently (Patriots and Cowboys) that doesn’t mean he can’t stick with the Raiders who do not have the same quality of personnel.
Currently the Raiders have...
Draft Zone Spotlight: Greg Wilson, WR, Fordham University
Photo Courtesy of Fordham University Website
Greg Wilson of Fordham is definitely a household name, but this kid has all the intangibles to make a name for himself in the NFL. Greg reminds me a lot of Wayne Chrebet the former Hofstra University wide receiver, who had brains and a super skill set to go across the middle and snag the ball from the defenders hands. Wilson is a great...
Dynasty Bargain Bin: Wide Receivers
Dynasty Bargain Bin: WR
In the final portion of the Dynasty Bargain Bin series, we will look at the wide receivers. By far the deepest of all the skill positions, and great talent can be had for a very low cost if you look hard enough. Most dynasty teams already have one or two solid starters, but its always a good idea to add depth. Maybe a solid number three or four, or possibly...
Matt Flynn Traded To Oakland Raiders
Seattle backup quarterback Matt Flynn has been traded to the Oakland Raiders for two draft picks, according to Jay Glazer.Fantasy Spin:Assuming Carson Palmer is gone (to Arizona or Tampa Bay), Flynn will finally get a chance to start. He'll have a nice young receiving corps to grow with including Denarius Moore and Rod Streater.
Draft Zone Spotlight: Hollis Moore, WR, Lane College
Draft Zone Spotlight: Hollis Moore, WR, Lane College
After watching the film of Lane College to find guys like Vernon Kearney and Ronnel Ramsey, I found another kid that really stuck out like a sore thumb. Hollis Moore is a very big and physical wide receiver. This kid could be a very special kid, he already understands how to use his body, and is really impressive. This kid has...
By the Numbers: 2012 Raiders statistics from PFF and FBO
There are a few different ways to grade football players. One is by looking at tape and grading what your eye sees. That can be highly subjective, however, with the viewer’s own prejudices coming out.
Another very common way to look at a team’s success and failure is through statistical analysis. Statistics are objective – although the application and interpretation...
Dynasty Fantasy Football: A Trio of Off-season Targets
While NFL franchises have to put their decisions on hold until after the Super Bowl, the season never ends for us dynasty leaguers. Staying ahead of the curve in the early part of the off-season may help you identify opportunities that could help your team achieve fantasy greatness in the very near future. Right now there are some players who I consider great buy lows that can...
Dynasty Fantasy Football: A Trio of Off-season Targets
While NFL franchises have to put their decisions on hold until after the Super Bowl, the season never ends for us dynasty leaguers. Staying ahead of the curve in the early part of the off-season may help you identify opportunities that could help your team achieve fantasy greatness in the very near future. Right now there are some players who I consider great buy lows that can...
Raiders finish season with a 24-21 loss to San Diego
The Raiders ended the season the same way they started it – a loss to San Diego. This loss was not as heartbreaking, however, as the team showed some good things including the play of Terrelle Pryor
Pryor, who had his first career start after having last started in the Sugar Bowl almost exactly two years ago on January 4th, 2011, was both exciting and erratic but neither...
2013 Raiders Predictions: Offense
This piece is the third in a series of pieces in which I try to predict the moves of the Raiders in the 2013 season. In my first two, I predicted changes to the coaching staff and changes to the defense. Now, here are my predictions for the Raiders offense in 2013
ZBS is retained
“I think the zone running scheme is the toughest running scheme in football. I think with…the...
Raiders Willing To Trade WR’s For Draft Picks?
Jerry McDonald of the Contra Costa Times writes that the Raiders could look to shop players Darrius Heyward-Bey, Denarius Moore, and Jacoby Ford for additional draft picks.
Undrafted rookie Rod Streater has afforded them the ability to trade of their receivers if it means that they would be able to fill other positions of need like cornerback.
The rebuild in Oakland will likely...
Oakland Raiders: Week 15 NFL Power Rankings (#31)
Last week: 32 (+1)
Record: 3-10
Net points per drive: -0.91 (31st)
DVOA: -31.9% (30th)
Weighted DVOA: -31.7% (30th)
The Raiders’ only remaining home game right now is against the Chiefs and their last chance for a win, as they have to go to Carolina and San Diego and I can’t see them winning either of those games. I have them in the 31st spot because I think they lose to the...
Hard Targets: What Does Mike Wallace Look Like?
What does Mike Wallace look like?!! Do I look like a bit@h? Don’t answer that question. Just read my thoughts on these selected players and get yourselves some playoff victories this week. You’re saying “What, no long, obnoxious intro this week? What, no 300 word opening paragraph for me to skip over this week?” Say “WHAT” again! I dare you. I double dare you!
Mike Wallace...
Week 15: five things to know
1. Don't Overreact on Bryce Brown
While the zero fantasy points he posted in standard scoring against Tampa Bay on Sunday was potentially crippling for many of his owners - especially those in the playoffs - those who own Bryce Brown will in most cases want to keep him active as the Eagles take on Cincinnati on Thursday.
It's probably safe to say that Brown isn't quite...
RotoWire Five Things to Know
1. Don't Overreact on Bryce Brown
While the zero fantasy points he posted in standard scoring against Tampa Bay on Sunday was potentially crippling for many of his owners - especially those in the playoffs - those who own Bryce Brown will in most cases want to keep him active as the Eagles take on Cincinnati on Thursday.
It's probably safe to say that Brown isn't quite...
Raiders drop to Broncos, 26-13
The Raiders extended their losing streak to 6 straight and dropped their overall record to 3-10 with a 26-13 loss to the rival Denver Broncos.
The Raiders were large underdogs coming into the game but looked like they might be able to make it interesting as they went into half only down 6 points to the Manning-led Broncos.
They came out driving well in the second half, as...
THE FEAR OF LOSS IS A PATH TO THE DARK SIDE
It is truly the same as it ever was. The idea of being a true offensive and defensive threat has now turned into an impossible dream of a dream.
In the beginning, we had players that had proven their capability, we had Coaches that were promising and Management that was inspiring to the infamous Raider Nation. Now? We are truly one of the worst teams in the National Football...
Darrius Heyward-Bey To Be Game-Time Decision
Raiders receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey (hamstring) is a game-time decision for Sunday. SOURCE: Jerry McDonald, Oakland TribuneFantasy Spin:Heyward-Bey injured his right hamstring in Wednesday's practice. His game is speed-based so even if he does play he'll likely be extremely limited. Rod Streater and Derek Hagan are the next guys up.
Now that's more like it
It may not of been pretty, it may not of been exciting or pleasing to the eye, but boy howdy did we get the damn job done! Great shot kids, that was one in a million!
Sometimes all you have left is the "will to win"!
There we were, starting early in the 3rd quarter; with the scoreboard shining Jaguars 20, Raiders 6. All looked as bleak as Padme's death...
Sneak peek at potential week 5 waiver wire pickups and sleepers
The final NFL injury report is released every Friday, and if you look close enough, and do a little research you can get a sneak peek at the next week’s waiver wire. This article will cover players that could potentially have breakout games in week 4, and will be hot commodities off the waiver wire in week 5. If you have a low waiver priority, you might want to pick up your...
Ford out for the season; Streater to continue to have a large role with the Raiders offense
By Anthony Caruso III
The Oakland Raiders will be without wide receiver Jacoby Ford for the rest of this season.
Ford has been placed on season-ending injured reserve. He had surgery on Wednesday to repair a Lisfranc injury in his left foot.
On Thursday, just one day after surgery, first-year Raiders head coach Dennis Allen hinted that Ford’s season could be over. Now, two days...
Denarius Moore Expected To Play
A Contra Costa Times report is calling injured Raiders receiver Denarius Moore "a lock" to play Sunday versus the Dolphins.Fantasy Spin:Moore skipped Monday night's game because of an injured hamstring. His presence reduces the values of fellow Oakland wideouts Darrius Heyward-Bey and Rod Streater.
Oakland Raiders CB Ron Bartell has fractured shoulder, WR Jacoby Ford's surgery went well
The Oakland Raiders injury situation continues to grow. Starting cornerback Ron Bartell suffered a fracture to the scapula in his shoulder. Wide receiver Jacoby Ford, who missed the season opener, had successful surgery on his Lisfranc injury today. Ford suffered the same injury last year to the same foot and will be out an extended period of time.
“He’s obviously out for...
Denarius Moore Practices Wednesday
Oakland Raiders wideout Denarius Moore (hamstring) was inactive for Monday night's game against San Diego, but practiced on Wednesday and will likely be a game-time decision on Sunday.Fantasy Spin:Moore probably could have played, but the Raiders were playing it safe with their deep threat. He should be ready to go in Week 2. Oakland started Rod Streater in his place, who caught...
Oakland Raiders Extend Contract of FB Marcel Reece and Announce WR Jacoby Ford Will Have Surgery on Foot
A day after the season opening 22-14 loss to the San Diego Chargers, the Oakland Raiders were busy. The team announced they have reached a multiyear contract extension with fullback Marcel Reece. Raiders head coach Dennis Allen also announced that wide receiver Jacoby Ford will have surgery on his injured foot.
“Jacoby Ford is going to have surgery on his foot this afternoon...
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