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Gradkowski has backing of team, Raider Nation
ALAMEDA – The week after Bruce Gradkowski made his Raiders debut, in that 38-0 embarrassment courtesy of the New York Jets, the journeyman was forced to rub shoulders with the unwashed masses.
The People's Quarterback liked it.
Gradkowski had just moved into his San Francisco...
Benching Russell fine - for one game
ALAMEDA – Tom Cable was talking quarterbacks.
In using complimentary words like "pros," he was gushing about the Raiders' signal callers.
"I mean, they're here all the time," Cable cooed. "They're here early. They're here late. They study...
Raiders bench Russell; Gradkowski to start at QB
Quarterback JaMarcus Russell, who was pulled during the Raiders' loss to Kansas City on Sunday, lost his starting job to Bruce Gradkowski on Wednesday.
Raiders agree to extend Coliseum lease
Raiders fans at the Oakland Coliseum celebrate a touchdown by Zach Miller (80) during a game against Philadelphia in October.
Replay: Raiders live chat with The Bee's Paul Gutierrez
Oakland Raiders JaMarcus Russell sacked by Kansas City Chiefs Wallace Gilberry 71, Tamba Hali 91, and Dwayne Bowe 82 in the 1st half November 15, 2009 Oakland, California
Raiders will announce QB choice Wednesday
Raiders coach Tom Cable is expected to make a decision on his team's starting quarterback no later than Wednesday.
In Bush's mind, yards can't make up for loss
Michael Bush, taking the handoff from JaMarcus Russell, racked up a season-high 119 rushing yards on 14 carries Sunday.
Time now has arrived for Russell to take seat
Louis Murphy (18), defended by Kansas City's Brandon Flowers, was one of several Raiders who struggled to make catches Sunday.
Raiders can't get offense going in 16-10 loss to Chiefs
Wallace Gilberry (left) and Tamba Hali of the Kansas City Chiefs sack Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell on Sunday afternoon at the Oakland Coliseum.
Live Blog: Kansas City (1-7) at Oakland (2-6)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel, top, is sacked in the second quarter by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Julius Williams during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in Jacksonville, Fla.
NFL Preview: Kansas City (1-7) at Oakland (2-6)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel, top, is sacked in the second quarter by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Julius Williams during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, in Jacksonville, Fla.
Raider receives a warm welcome
ALAMEDA – Forget for a moment that the Raiders are trudging along at 2-6 at the season's midway point for the sixth time in the past seven seasons.
Ignore, if you can, Tom Cable coaching for his very career, considering the poor record and seemingly everybody but the water...
Raiders scouting report
• Time: 1:05 p.m.
Line: Raiders by 2.
Records: Raiders 2-6; Chiefs 1-7.
TV: Blacked out.
Radio: KTKZ (1380 AM), KAHI (950 AM); Greg Papa (play-by-play), Tom Flores (color); Spanish, KZSF (1370 AM); Navajo, KTNN (660 AM).
Why listen? The Raiders emerge from their bye week...
Raiders' Cable fights for his survival
ALAMEDA – Robert Gallery is back in the trenches. So is his offensive linemate Cornell Green.
There's Darren McFadden, itching to create in open space, and Chaz Schilens, eager to make his season debut and catch some passes.
The Raiders' offensive walking wounded are...
Raiders' overall mideason grade: D
ALAMEDA – On the heels of consecutive feel-good victories to close out the 2008 season, the Raiders entered 2009 seemingly on the same page.
There was no infighting on the staff. The coach was getting along with the owner. Players with impeccable character were brought in. And...
Today's live NFL chat: Later start, Raiders focus
Today's live NFL chat will begin at noon and feature Raiders beat reporter Paul Gutierrez. Originally, the chat was to start an hour earlier and also include 49ers beat reporter Matt Barrows, but Barrows is unavailable today. Go to our live chat and be part of the discussion.
NOW calls for Cable suspension
Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable walks amongst his players during warm-ups prior to an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, in San Diego.
Cable believes he will remain Raiders coach
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) - The Oakland Raiders will undertake a "serious evaluation" of allegations that coach Tom Cable has a history of violent behavior toward women.
The team released a statement in response to allegations made to ESPN by Cable's first wife, Sandy Cable...
Raiders notes: Merriman's sacks don't bowl over Henderson
SAN DIEGO – Perhaps the only thing more annoying to the Raiders than losing 13 consecutive games to San Diego is Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman doing his "Lights Out" dance after every tackle.
So forgive Raiders left tackle Mario Henderson for taking exception...
Chargers' Tomlinson runs all over Raiders ... again
SAN DIEGO -- LaDainian Tomlinson did what he always does against the Oakland Raiders.
Shawne Merriman got to break out his spasmodic "Lights Out" sack dance for the first time since 2007.
It was simply business as usual for the San Diego Chargers, who got two touchdowns...
Paul Gutierrez: More claims against Cable cast shadow over Raiders
SAN DIEGO – It was Día de los Muertos here in this border city, and a foreboding full moon has risen over the eastern end of Qualcomm Stadium.
After losing to the San Diego Chargers 24-16 Sunday, the latest in a long line of deflating defeats, the Raiders silently packed...
2 women accuse Raiders coach of violent behavior
The former wife of Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable and a recent girlfriend claim Cable has a history of violent behavior toward women, and asked that he seek help for his anger.
Raiders QB shows signs that he's starting to get it
ALAMEDA – Jay Richardson sees a confident guy.
Charlie Frye is impressed by a seemingly renewed sense of dedication.
Greg Ellis is reminded of (drum roll, please) … Tony Romo.
Indeed, the mere sight of JaMarcus Russell elicits reactions as varied as the Raiders quarterback...
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