Here is a column I wrote for my school paper. Original post- http://sundial.csun.edu/2014/04/seahawks-make-smart-move-with-low-cost-aquisition-of-raiders-pryor/ NFL teams began their quest for Super Bowl XLIX Tuesday with the beginning of offseason training activities (OTA). OTAs are teams’ first opportunity to welcome new players and assimilate them with team culture. The defending champion Seattle Seahawks added one more… Continue reading Terrelle Pryor trade makes sense
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Five Available Free Agents Raiders Should Consider
The marquee names and signings have already been sucked out of the Free Agency Market. Yet, the Raiders were a team desperate for depth last season, combined with raised expectations from management and fans, the Raiders could do well to continue looking at the Free Agent Market. Most of the players available are young players… Continue reading Five Available Free Agents Raiders Should Consider
A Raiders Fun Friday
Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie did not waste any time on his Friday, and cleared his to-do list by signing two more veteran defensive linemen and running back. I took some time to address a potential Free Agency signing for the Raiders, with Desean Jackson, but the Raiders already brought someone home to the bay-area.… Continue reading A Raiders Fun Friday
Desean Jackson Finally Free
The Philidelphia Eagles released their prominent reciever Desean Jackson after seven years of elite play, which created a silent auction for the newest and best player on the open market. Coincidently, a report from NJ.com said the player had connections with known gang members from Los Angeles, which may or may not have influenced his… Continue reading Desean Jackson Finally Free
The Matt Schaub Situation
Last week, The Oakland Raiders acquired their starting Quarterback, Matt Schaub, from the Houston Texans for a draft-pick in the sixth round. Matt Schaub was once the promising back-up for the Atlanta Falcons in the glory days of the Mike Vick Era. He was then traded to the Texans some seasons ago to become their starter.… Continue reading The Matt Schaub Situation
Pro-Days not Everything
A lot of hype surrounds NFL pro-days. For good reason too, as NFL teams have scouted the top prospects for months, and look forward to an oppurtunity to see them perform live. For QBs especially, Pro-days are a huge deal because many of the top prospects elect not to throw at the combine. Additionally teams… Continue reading Pro-Days not Everything
Raiders Keep one of their own
Reports indicate the Raiders boost their D-Block (Defensive Backs0 and are bringing back safety Charles Woodson on a one year deal. Twitter reacted with Every Raider fan going nuts about the signing. For good reason too. Charles Woodson came in and made an impact for a defense desperate for playmakers and leadership. Woodson also represents… Continue reading Raiders Keep one of their own
Raiders End 1st Week of FA with BIG signing
The Raiders capped off the first week of Free Agency by adding some weight named Donald Penn to an Offensive line in need of some help at the left tackle position. Donald Penn is a former undrafted free agent whom has spent the last few seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Penn chose the Oakland… Continue reading Raiders End 1st Week of FA with BIG signing
Mckenzie builds momentum with Jones signing.
The Raiders added another couple of Superbowl rings and versatile weapons to their team in the second week of Free Agency, only this time it was offense. GM Reggie McKenzie brought in one of his favorite players from his former employee named James Jones. At 29, the former Packer wide-out signed a two year deal… Continue reading Mckenzie builds momentum with Jones signing.
Don’t Sleep on Antonio Smith or Tarrell Brown
Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie capped off the First week of Free Agency by signing two under the radar Free Agents Tarrell Brown and Antonio Smith. Although neither have the name recognition of Justin Tuck or LaMarr Woodley both could have just a big of an impact on the Raiders Defense. Brown Comes from just… Continue reading Don’t Sleep on Antonio Smith or Tarrell Brown