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Let's Go Ski
3 days ago by
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Cable made the right move by benching Russell although it should have happened a few games ago. Bruce Gradkowski gets the opportunity to prepare as the starter this week, get 1st unit reps., and have a game plan tailored to his strengths.Gradkowski does a few key things that Russell...
Darrius Heyward Bust
6 days ago by
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9 games into the season, Darrius Heyward Bey's value as the #7 pick in the 2009 draft is evident. DHB is a bust. $23M guaranteed to a WR who is averaging less than 1 reception per game (6) and a shade under 11 yards receiving per game (96 yards). These minuscule numbers are hard...
The Real Deal on Gruden
16 days ago by
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Jerry MacDonald had a very interesting blog post tonight detailing the Gruden saga and the unlikely conditions of his return.As I mentioned in my previous post, the key to turning this team around is:"The newly hired Head Coach and GM need to have the authority on all football...
1st Half Review - Offensively Impotent
18 days ago by
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Here is a quick snap shot of the Raiders offenses 1st half statistics which can be characterized as offensively impotent or the exact opposite of explosive:(All statistics are on a per game average)First Downs: 123rd Down Conversion Rate: 29%Total Offensive Yards: 215Total plays: 54Rushing...
Raiders "Jeet Kune Do"
October 22, 2009 by
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I have been a life-long fan of Bruce Lee and the Oakland Raiders. I have admired, been inspired, and thoroughly entertained by both Lee and Raider football for countless years. Bruce Lee was revolutionary in his philosophies and martial arts. I find it apropos to tie Jeet Kune Do,...
Modern Raider Defense Unveiled ... Finally!
October 19, 2009 by
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Eagles 9 - Raiders 13The Raiders attack dogs on defense were mercifully and shockingly cut loose vs. the Eagles. Going into Sunday's contest, the Raiders blitzed less than any team in the league. (20 blitzes in 153 pass plays, or 13.1 percent).When the Raiders hired Defensive Coordinator...
Witness to a Car Wreck
October 14, 2009 by
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I wanted to send a friendly "heads-up" to the Raider Nation who plan to tune in to the game this Sunday vs. Philadelphia. Be prepared to crane your neck to view a ghastly car wreck collision.Last week the Eagles blitzed the Bucs on 60% of their offensive snaps (45 blitzes...
A Cry For Help
October 11, 2009 by
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N.Y. Giants 44 - Oakland 7Let's face it ... this is the perfect storm for the Raiders to flounder. The beat down delivered by an elite team like the Giants is merely a symptom of a team crying out for help.The only way for the Raiders to turn things around is if the way business...
Beyond The Sunrise
October 04, 2009 by
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Oakland 6 - Houston 29In the opening game this season, the Raiders played a spirited, tough brand of football in a hard fought loss to the Chargers. The acquisitions of Seymour & Ellis gave our defense some real teeth to it. In this game, the Raiders were, without question, the...
Raiders Offense - The Sad Clown
September 28, 2009 by
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Denver 20 - Oakland 3Futile, lifeless, inefficient, impotent, inept, rudderless ... these are the words to describe the current Raiders offense. 3-out/Punt, 2-Int, 3-Int, 12-56/FG, End Half, 8-20/Punt, 2-10/Fumble, 5-16/Punt, 3-0/Punt, 5-20/Downs.1 stinkin' drive in an entire game...
Closing Time
September 20, 2009 by
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Raiders 13 - Chiefs 10Last week the Raiders lost to the Chargers yet the game was a buoy line to the Raider faithful. In a loss, there was a feeling of hope and better days to come. The next step in climbing the competitive ladder was for the team and coaching staff to learn how to...
Murphy TD Video
September 15, 2009 by
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2 feet down, butt on ground with complete control and possession of the football = TD
Hope Springs From Loss
September 15, 2009 by
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Chargers 24 - Raiders 20"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."-- Martin Luther King, Jr.Last night's result was a rare 'daily double'. When the scoreboard hit 00:00, 2 feelings washed over me which are usually mutually exclusive...
Seymour - Suited & Booted
September 13, 2009 by
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Richard Seymour arrived in Oakland today. As he said in the brief press conference "I'm ready to put on my hard hat and go to work." It just so happens that his "hard hat" will be a 1963 Raiders helmet for the opener vs. San Diego. Welcome to Oakland...
I Seymour Run D
September 06, 2009 by
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Exciting breaking news: The Raiders acquired defensive lineman Richard Seymour from the New England Patriots for a 2011 1st round pick. Seymour, 6'6", 310 lbs, has played 8 seasons in the NFL and has earned 5 pro bowl selections and 3 super bowl rings.Here is a summary of...
Russell Is Right On Track
September 05, 2009 by
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I came across some very interesting statistics in the most recent EPSN magazine. Stat guru KC Joyner compared Russell with Joe Flaco and Matt Ryan. The comparison was for the last 7 games of the 2008 season.I can't tell you how many times I've heard and read 'Russell is...
It's Time, DHB
August 28, 2009 by
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DHB had arguably his best week of practice leading up to the game tomorrow vs. the Saints. Cable praised DHB and raised the bar. In reference to a spectacular catch by DHB, Cable said, "He had a great day of catching the ball. Right after he caught it, I said to him, 'Your...
CJ 2 Cents
August 25, 2009 by
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The Raiders defensive front 7 got completely mauled last Saturday by the Niners in a 20-21 loss. The Niners rang up 275 yards on the ground on 47 carries. In the context of an exhibition game, what really concerns me most is what happened in the 1st half when the Raiders played most...
POW!
August 17, 2009 by
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According to Nancy Gay at AOL Fanhouse, Tom Cable punched Defensive Assistant Coach Randy Hanson on August 5th at the Raiders Napa Valley training site. Since Hanson had to go to the emergency hospital with what is being reported as a fractured jaw, the hospital was obligated to report...
Dallas vs. Oakland
August 09, 2009 by
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With the preseason starting up this week, I exchanged a friendly Q&A with a Cowboys blogger named Phillip from http://www.dallascowboysnation.com/. The Raiders play the Cowboys this Thursday night in Oakland for their first preseason game. It will be interesting to see how sharp...
Number Crunching on Run DMc
July 28, 2009 by
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The upcoming 2009 season has consumed my thoughts. The one guy on the Raiders' squad who I sincerely believe is on the cusp of stardom is running back Darren McFadden. In his rookie campaign, Run DMc gave the Nation a brief glimpse of his talent in game #2 at Kansas...
Training Camp Questions
July 21, 2009 by
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All of us are itching for the Raiders to get into gear, throw on the pads, and get training camp underway. Here are a few questions to contemplate before training camp opens in 8 days:(1) Will any of the rookies emerge in training camp and make an impact in the 2009 season?My hunch...
Garcia The Firestarter
July 12, 2009 by
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The goals of Al Davis signing Jeff Garcia to a contract are two fold:#1: Sign a veteran QB to act as a capable backup and insurance policy in case JaMarcus Russell gets injured.#2: Allow Garcia's competitiveness to light a fire under Russell's ass and push him to greater heights...
Dash, Smash, and Crash (Video)
July 06, 2009 by
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The original video is labeled as "Smash (Bush), Slash (Fargas), and Dash (McFadden)". I took some creative editing liberties and changed it to "Dash (McFadden), Smash (Bush), and Crash (Fargas)". First, I changed the order to reflect what I consider the true depth...
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