Tight end has become an increasingly transitioning position in the NFL. Unfortunately, The Raiders have not had a dominate tight end since Zach Miller left a few seasons ago. They will need one as starting quarterback Matt Schaub utilized the tight end efficiently in Houston. The talk of Jermichael Finley to the Raiders has settled… Continue reading Who wins Tight End position?
Linebacker Corps, strength of Raiders
Linebackers are no longer the prominent three down players they once were. With the use of more defensive backs and pass rushers the linebacker often gets lost in the shuffle. Lucky for the Raiders, they have five starting caliber linebackers. The group should be the strength of the entire team after adding No. 5 pick… Continue reading Linebacker Corps, strength of Raiders
Training Camp: Reciever is Raiders’ biggest batlle
Without a dominate number one receiver, the Raiders need training camp to establish who will be their number one receiver. Veteran James Jones seems to be the favorite, well Rod Streater, the team’s incumbent leading receiver looks to break-out in only his third year. Combined with Denarrius Moore’s highlight reel play making ability, there should… Continue reading Training Camp: Reciever is Raiders’ biggest batlle
Too Early to Call Hayden a Bust
The big news out of Raiders’ Mini-camp has been the absence of last year’s 1st round pick D.J. Hayden. After being injured off and on last season, the corner back has left many fans disappointed that he has been unable to stay on the field. So much disappointment that many people are already calling him… Continue reading Too Early to Call Hayden a Bust
2014 Draft shows Raiders building a Culture
Now that the dust has settled on the NFL Draft, rookie contracts, and rookie mini-camps the Oakland Raiders can be excited about their 2014 draft class. I have never been an advid supporter of GM Reggie McKenzie, however, he should be applauded for having a top-notch draft classes. Besides the talent he was able to… Continue reading 2014 Draft shows Raiders building a Culture
Derek Carr starter sooner than later
Don’t be surprised if Derek Carr wins the starting job headed into the season. Sure he is a rookie, but few quarterbacks are chatting up opposing defenses with their older professional brother. I get NFL bloodlines do not mean much, but I think Carr’s learning curve is going to be less than other rookies. Added… Continue reading Derek Carr starter sooner than later
Day Two still a lot of options for Raiders
The Oakland Raiders added an impact offensive player in the first round of the draft, by selecting Khalil Mack. The Raiders built on that by selecting Derek Carr as their developmental quarterback of the future in Derek Carr. Carr’s big-body and big-arm made him a candidate to be selected in the first round, so the… Continue reading Day Two still a lot of options for Raiders
No Suprise if Raiders select Evans
Many in the media, have predicted a for-gone conclusion that the Raiders will target Khalil Mack or Sammy Watkins with the fifth draft pick. Otherwise, the two may consider some of the elite tackles, but will likely trade down the board. However, in the scenario that Mack and Watkins are off of the board, could… Continue reading No Suprise if Raiders select Evans
Bridgewater’s fall signifies value of QB class
Draft Day is finally here! As informed fans we have been hearing the same talk over the past few months. Who’s falling, who’s rising, and who faired well at the Pro-day. One of those players who heard that talk was Teddy Bridgewater. During the season, Bridgewater was the consensus top quarterback in the college football.… Continue reading Bridgewater’s fall signifies value of QB class
Full Mock Draft
Everyone is coming out with a Mock Draft, as the Draft is tomorrow. However, I have worked on this mock for a while. Unlike most people I let a lot of the talk finish, let free agency happen, and let pro-days happen. Might get some flack for this, but let me know what you think.… Continue reading Full Mock Draft