There’s a lot to talk about ahead of Week One 2020. Unfortunately, I haven’t met my duties as a Raiders blogger this offseason. Between COVID and taking in my two brothers and sister, I’ve been busy. I was covering the Lakers, doing a two-times weekly podcast and started my own newsletter. However, that all came… Continue reading Week One Welcome Back
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Raiders Rants: Aldon Smith returns? Plus, Results from the AP Awards
Raiders fans could not ask for better news on Super Bowl Sunday. Finally, it could be time to Free Aldon! #Raiders LB Aldon Smith will be reinstated in March, sources say, barring a slip up in the drug program. His request was deferred in Dec. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 5, 2017 NFL Insider Ian… Continue reading Raiders Rants: Aldon Smith returns? Plus, Results from the AP Awards
Don’t sleep on DJ Hayden, just yet
DJ Hayden joined many of his 2013 NFL Draft Class peers as potential 2016 free agents because the Oakland Raiders decided not to pick up his fifth-year option. There were many others in his class that suffered the same outcome. Some Raiders fans already expressed relief that the team will eventually move on from the… Continue reading Don’t sleep on DJ Hayden, just yet
Las Vegas Raiders could make sense
Mark Davis did not say a whole lot about the Oakland Raiders possible relocation to Las Vegas. Davis said Las Vegas is a global city and a NFL market. He also relied on the old cliche when asked about the possible move. “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Davis said. But can his professional… Continue reading Las Vegas Raiders could make sense
Tony Bergstrom should start versus the Green Bay Packers
Lately, rumors surfaced that Jon Feliciano will make his first start at right guard. J’Marcus Webb is ruled out with an injury. Oh No!?! However, Webb ranks as one of the worst starting linemen in the league. He is the only Raiders linemen with a negative grade, according to Pro Football Focus. However, the rookie… Continue reading Tony Bergstrom should start versus the Green Bay Packers
Don’t call it a let it down: Oakland Raiders show promise versus Pittsburgh Steelers
The Oakland Raiders set the stage for a huge road win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Oakland started the game hot by stopping the Steelers’ first drive. Then the Raider offense got the ball and scored on just a few big plays. The Steelers seemed to strip the ball from the Raiders every chance they got.… Continue reading Don’t call it a let it down: Oakland Raiders show promise versus Pittsburgh Steelers
Oakland Raiders Strategies versus New York Jets: Turn-up or Throw-out
The game is simple. Here are some gameplan elements from the New York Jets win that the Raiders need to keep or get rid of. Turn-Up Taiwan Jones… Dude made four guys miss on his way to a 50 yard touchdown reception. Finally, we are seeing the Raiders implement his speed into the offensive game… Continue reading Oakland Raiders Strategies versus New York Jets: Turn-up or Throw-out
Sparano deserves another shot
Don’t get me wrong, the man is still 2-8 as the Head Coach of the Oakland Raiders but another team should consider adding him. Playing the toughest schedule in the NFL combined with a rookie quarterback and roster filled with post prime veterans, Sparano wasn’t put into a position to succeed. The fact that Sparano… Continue reading Sparano deserves another shot
Defensive Backs creating a Culture
Dennis Allen is most notably connected to the New Orleans Saints Championship Team. What did he coach? Defensive Backs, and it seems like he is finally transferring that knowledge to the silver and black. That Saints team was noted for takeovers in the secondary, but the only thing the Raiders secondary has been noted for… Continue reading Defensive Backs creating a Culture
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