The Las Vegas Raiders entered week 6 with a well deserved bye after defeating their rivals the Kansas City Chiefs by eight points. No one, including myself gave Vegas a realistic shot at beating the Chiefs. Kansas City was playing well and the Raiders were up and down. An emphasis on the down part in… Continue reading No More Bye Week Blues and Keys versus the Buccaneers
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3-0 in sight? Week Three 2020 Preview
Las Vegas opened with a bang as the Raiders upset the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. The Raiders weren’t without their flaws. Their pass rush was still non-existent. Alvin Kamara and Latavis Murray were effective as receivers and runners versus the Raiders defense. Our run game still averaged less than four yards a… Continue reading 3-0 in sight? Week Three 2020 Preview
NFL Draft 2020: Trade Speculation and Full Mock Draft
It’s Draft Day. No this ain’t a song and it won’t feel like that for a few Raiders on the chopping block or people who wanted to attend the event. The Vegas Raiders were supposed to be the hometown favorites today. This draft was their official introduction to the city. COVID-19 took all that away… Continue reading NFL Draft 2020: Trade Speculation and Full Mock Draft
Oakland Warriors got a ring, the Raiders should be next
On June 15, the Warriors will parade their newest NBA Championship for their fans in the Bay. While they sport the name Golden State and rock the Golden Gate bridge, the Warriors play in Oracle which is in Oakland. Let’s not forget that. Still, Oakland is about to lose the Warriors and the Raiders in… Continue reading Oakland Warriors got a ring, the Raiders should be next
Just Sin Baby!
The Oakland Raiders officially announced that they are relocating to Las Vegas. NFL Owners agreed on the proposal via a 31-1 vote. . It’s stunning considering the Owners rarely agree on anything with that much conviction. The Miami Dolphins were the one team to vote no for whatever reason. Clearly, the proposed $750 million in… Continue reading Just Sin Baby!
Las Vegas: What’s the latest?
A few huge developments happened over the past couple of weeks, while my personal life put this blog on the backburner. First, the Nevada State Senate approved the increase in tax that would allow Las Vegas to raise the $750 million to lure the Raiders via a new stadium. Second, Mark Davis attended a ceremony… Continue reading Las Vegas: What’s the latest?
Raiders Rants: DeAndre Washington, Michael Crabtree & Las Vegas
More updates on the latest headlines from the Oakland Raiders. DeAndre Washington Apparently, the Raiders see rookie DeAndre Washington as a potential starter. OC Bill Musgrave complimented his work ethic and said he earned reps with the first team. CBS Sports reports that Washington is a lot like starter Latavius Murray. He is also a… Continue reading Raiders Rants: DeAndre Washington, Michael Crabtree & Las Vegas
Raiders Rants: Sean Smith, Jack Del Rio and John Madden
Check out the latest headlines and notes with my take on the news and issues facing the Oakland Raiders. Sean Smith Earlier this week, Sean Smith spoke to the media about the Raiders secondary reinventing itself. Smith said, David Amerson has impressed him with his size and athleticism. As for DJ Hayden, Smith said he… Continue reading Raiders Rants: Sean Smith, Jack Del Rio and John Madden
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