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Charger week just ain’t what it used to be
October 29, 2009 by
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It might come as a shock to some, but there was once a point in time when the Raiders and Chargers actually had a rivalry. Sure, the Silver and Black beat the Bolts more often than not, but that didn’t stop both fan bases from exchanging verbal jabs throughout the week leading up to the [...]
Raiders get run into the ground by Jets
October 27, 2009 by
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A blind man could have seen what was coming on Sunday. There were no secrets. The world knew the Jets were going to take the pressure off struggling rookie Mark Sanchez by giving Thomas Jones, Leon Washington and Shonn Greene the rock over and over again.
Surprise! The Raiders couldn’t...
Tom Cable seeks another no frills win over Jets
October 24, 2009 by
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Tom Cable is a no frills kind of guy who coaches a no frills kind of football team. His Oakland Raiders aren’t going to sell many tickets on the strength of their highlight reels, but his team sure can fill a lot more seats if they can notch another win at home.
On Sunday, the New [...]
Flavor of Friday Link Dump
October 23, 2009 by
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Interview with Lincoln Kennedy – Trench Fantasy Blog
Raider’s Pigeon in Madden 2010 – Outside the Boxscore
Nobody believes in the Raiders except the Raiders – Mario Henderson’s Blog
A Timeline of the sexed up stories involving ESPN – Detroit4Lyfe...
Only Goodell can judge Cable now
October 23, 2009 by
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Citing a lack of evidence and inconsistencies in the story told by accuser Randy Hanson, the Napa District Attorney has decided not to pursue a case against Tom Cable.
Now, the non-distracted Raiders can get back to their business at hand.
The announcement made on Thursday afternoon...
Richard Seymour calls his shot: “The Raiders will be in the playoffs in 2009.”
October 21, 2009 by
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When Tom Cable was named head coach of the Oakland Raiders back in February, he boldly proclaimed that the “Raiders were going to the playoffs.”
To the surprise of none, his comments were brushed aside as mere pillow talk to appease one Al Davis. After an assault investigation...
Heyward-Bey vs. Crabtree: Round 3
October 21, 2009 by
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When Al Davis chose speed over ego at the 2009 NFL Draft, a rivalry was born. Darrius Heyward-Bey became a Raider and just three picks later Michael Crabtree became a 49er.
Two fan bases who love to run smack on one another had a new talking point.
Two men who might not even know...
Why the Raiders victory over the Eagles was not a fluke
October 19, 2009 by
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It is the day after and most of the talk is about Andy Reid going, well, Andy Reid again with his mismanagement of the clock. The discussion revolves around Donovan McNabb going, well, Donovan McNabb again with his mismanagement of the NFL rulebook.
In fact, if you didn’t watch the...
Video: Pigeon Leads Raiders to Victory Over Eagles
October 19, 2009 by
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The maverick mind of Al Davis has done it again. Over the years, the iconic owner has always been unafraid to stray from the beaten path and carve his own niche.
Today, Davis upped the ante as he unleashed his newest finding on the NFL – a pigeon.
Some have classified the move by...
Raiders Defeat Eagles with Dominating Defense
October 18, 2009 by
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The Oakland Raiders needed only 13 points to defeat a Philadelphia Eagles team that swooped into the Black Hole averaging 32 points per game. Thanks to an inspired effort on all fronts, the Silver and Black went home as 13-9 winners over the guys in green.
Andy Reid spent the week...
Vick won’t get a warm reception in Oakland; Heyward-Bey just hopes to get one
October 16, 2009 by
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Another Sunday, another NFC East opponent and once again the Raiders are a two-touchdown underdog. If this sounds familiar it’s because this was pretty much the same scenario the Silver and Black faced one week ago in East Rutherford where they played a half hearted scrimmage against...
Fantastic Friday Link Dump
October 16, 2009 by
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JaMarcus Russell wants to play Tetris – As it turns out, all he ever planned to do was get into Al’s pocket to fund his competitive Tetris League. Slick Rick , Todd Marinovich and Wayne Newton are on board too.
Who is the mystery bidder for the Golden State Warriors?...
Rumor: Tom Cable might not be prosecuted
October 15, 2009 by
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We are far from hearing the last of the Tom Cable/Randy Hanson situation, but there is a chance that we might not hear another peep from the Napa County District Attorney.
Mike Florio cites an unnamed source stating that the three coaches who witnessed the incident are not corroborating...
Paul Hackett is ruining JaMarcus Russell
October 14, 2009 by
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It is far too easy to assign a large portion of the blame for the Raiders’ 1-4 start on the horrendous play of JaMarcus Russell. Through 5 games, Russell’s numbers are as terrible as you’ll ever see in the National Football League. With a completion percentage (42.1%) well below...
Report: Langston Walker is returning to Oakland
October 14, 2009 by
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According to reports, the Oakland Raiders are set to re-sign Langston Walker today. Walker was given a tryout last week after Cornell Green suffered a calf injury, missing the destruction in East Rutherford on Sunday.
Walker, an Oakland native, was originally selected in the second...
Al Davis Starts the Fire Sale in Oakland
October 13, 2009 by
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According to a report, Al Davis is working the phones, trying to find suitors willing to take a few big contracts off his hands.
JBB has attained exclusive transcripts of his phone conversations with various NFL coaches and general managers.
(phone ringing)
Bill Parcells: Hello....
Tom Cable takes Raiders to the darkside in 44-7 loss to Giants
October 11, 2009 by
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How bad are the Oakland Raiders?
Here in Los Angeles, mid-way through the third quarter, CBS took the Raider game off the air in favor of the Detroit Lions.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: The Oakland Raiders do not deserve to play in the NFL.
Sad efforts like the pathetic...
Randy Hanson Spills the Beans
October 11, 2009 by
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Former Raiders assistant coach Randy Hanson has given Yahoo! Sports a detailed account of the events that occurred on August 5th in Napa, California. On that evening, Hanson claims to have been assaulted by head coach Tom Cable.
“From my blindside, Tom Cable threw me from my chair...
Raiders need a win against Giants, not a moral victory
October 09, 2009 by
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The likelihood of the Oakland Raiders beating the New York Giants this Sunday seems about as plausible as Norv Turner winning coach of the year.
There is really no reason to think the Raiders have any chance against the Giants with or out without Eli Manning.
The O-line is turning...
Friday Linkstravaganza
October 09, 2009 by
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JaMarcus Russell Intervirew - Style Points
Don’t Blame JaMarcus – Mario Henderson’s Blog
Who Gave in, Scot McCloughan or Michael Crabtree? - Niner Noise
LeBron James Behind the Braylon Edwards Trade? - King James Gospel
Top 5 Reasons to Love the UFL – Outside...
The Raider Roster Carousel Continues to Spin
October 07, 2009 by
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Round and round we go!
With each passing day a former Raider becomes a Raider again and a current Raider becomes a former Raider…again.
Justin Miller was released by the Raiders to make room for running back Gary Russell who was added to the active roster today. The irony is...
Al Davis is on thin ice with Raider Nation
October 06, 2009 by
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By the time John Herrera finishes reading this, I have no doubt my name will be listed alongside that of Rich Gannon as banned from the Oakland Coliseum.
Of course, Al Davis would be doing me and my wallet a favor by keeping me out of his house of football pain.
My support for the Silver and [...]
McFadden out, Cable in doubt and Green gives the o-line a bailout
October 05, 2009 by
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When it rains it pours and right about now you’d need a rubber raft to weather the monsoon in Oakland.
Jerry McDonald has reported that the Raiders are to be without second year running back turned tackling dummy Darren McFadden for the next 2 to 4 weeks. Run DMC is going to need...
Raiders slide into the Black Hole with miserable loss in Houston
October 05, 2009 by
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If you’re going to be bad, then it is best to be epically terrible. At least that seems to be the goal of Tom Cable and the akland Raiders in 2009. That is not a misprint. Cable’s offense is so horrendously ineffective that he has taken the “O” out of Oakland.
The akland Raiders...
Raiders look to run rampant on Texans
October 02, 2009 by
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After Sunday there will be no more excuses. Tom Cable has given JaMarcus Russell and Darren McFadden every opportunity to prove themselves in 2009. Now it is up to Russell and Run-DMC to repay their coach for his undying faith.
If the Raiders are going to get this runaway train wreck...
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