Well, it's Monday folks. Another day along the path of the saved or the cursed, depending on your poison.
For today's chaos, let's recap:
First of all, Drew Carter and Oren O'Neal are both done. Officially, both are now on the IR, and to add in a guest, they tossed John Bowie into the mix, which is not a huge loss; Bowie's been struggling all preseason with injury.
Secondly, and this was a shock, Jarrod Cooper is calling it a career.
Yes, Jarrod Cooper. Apparently he's falling behind on the depth chart, and rather than try to hook on with another team, he'll call it a career. It's sad because the guy ain't that old. But in this day and age, it seems that once you pass 30, you're watched like a hawk.
Maybe if someone becomes injured later on, the Raiders can grab him again. Good luck Mr. Cooper.
For our two glaring holes, we did pick up a fullback from the waiver wire. One fellow came from the Colts, Luke Lawton. Luke's experience comes both from special teams, as well as seeing action in 11 total games. The Eagles, who picked him up from the Colts, just sent him packing.
We also got rid of Grant Irons, a large 6'6" linebacker, and Greg Spires, DE, who last played for the Bucs.
Now, for the news flash...the hot money is on the Raiders going for either Joe Horn, Koren Robinson, or somehow dealing for Anquan Boldin. Maybe they'd like another backup QB...unless they leave that to Leinart.
All in all, we're shopping, and as Kiffin said, they may wait until Saturday, when the last round of cuts comes down...because teams will go from 75 players down to the final 53.
Look for some surprises yet.
RCA out.
17 comments Last one added 10 months ago — Leave a Comment
ItsNolen 10 months ago
I'm hoping we land the likes of Koren Robinson. He seems to have his act FINALLY straightened out. He spoke at the most recent Rookie Symposium on the topic of alchohal, drugs, and instant $$$. This man knows a thing of two about them. He seems to be putting himself out there in hopes of catching any teams eyes. He's still a talented receiver, and a good KR. But what do I know?
S&B Baby!
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big ROC Stockton, CA 10 months ago
Maybe the Drew Carter injury is a blessing in disguise. I hope so anyway. Hopefully one of the youngsters we have will step their game up and have a solid year. Higgins, Schilens, and Watkins all have the physical capability to be productive at the NFL level. With that said I still think that we need to bring in another veteran. If Joe Horn has anything left we should bring him in. Koren Robinson has shown that he can be a solid WR but the fact that nobody has picked him up yet has to mean something. The best case scenario would be if Al Davis works his magic again and works out a trade for Anquan Boldin. Not very likely though.
RAIDERS4LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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J.C. Ayvazi 10 months ago
We may just have something with Schilens and Watkins. I wouldn't be surprised if both see significant playing time.
Whether our O-Line gives Russell time to get the ball down field is another matter.
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jenkins dave 10 months ago
J.C. You are right on with your statement. I really can't see why people don't see that in the NFL, Protection for the QB is the main reason some succeed and others fail. If Brady didn't have the line he has, he wouldn't be have as good. It goes without saying PROTECTION, then JR will be able to make plays.
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Joe Parks 10 months ago
The O-line could well be a problem from what I saw Saturday night. I do believe the Raiders will pursue and ultimately sign another veteran receiver. Whether it's Boldin, Horn, Robinson or a guy that gets released this weekend Oakland will bring in someone.They have to, in my opinion I absolutely cannot imagine the team going into the season with only the receivers they currently have on the roster. That would be a disaster. Kiffin, Al Davis and Greg Knapp are well aware of the deficiency at WR. As we saw Saturday night. It would be fantastic if they could swing a trade for Boldin, but I don't know if Arizona will be willing to let him go. I tend to doubt it. Though I hadn't been all that impressed with Drew Carter, losing him was huge. Kiffin and Davis know the current depth receiver corps is insufficient as nobody else has any experience behind Walker and Curry. Nor has anyone stood out. Schilliens looked good against Arizona, but not good enough to be trusted as the regular #3. We will be seeing someone that is not on the roster as of today.
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The_KRAKEN 10 months ago
During training camp and the OTA's this guy Watkins keeps coming up, I read two articles in the last months that say he is catching 90% of the balls thrown his way. So if this is true this could be a solution. I never heard of this guy until the RAIDERS picked him up anybody actually seen this guy play in game situations ?
In anycase I agree that the O-line is the key to our success every season.
I still would like to see the RAIDERS on the 1st play of the Monday night Denver game throw a long bomb !!!! It just might catch them by surprize especially if we line up in a run formation, even if it's not completed, it will be in the back of thier minds. Anyway just my two cent coaching suggestion.
LOL
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Raider Card Addict 10 months ago
would be a good wakeup call, just air it out to Curry on the run, or Walker, if he can get seperation.
Personally right now, what i'm seeing, is an 80-20, 80 percent running game, 20 percent passing game. Simply, we chew up the clock, keep our defense from getting tired, and then if the running game bogs down, airing it over to Miller, Curry, or Walker.
Watkins could be brought in for a 3rd down option as well, or switch out walker, if he's getting tired.
I'm still hoping the Raiders either lock up Rankin, and convert him into a returning kicker or fields punts, because once Fargas is gone, Rankin will make a valid replacement.
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James Adler 10 months ago
Come up with an original idea or some information we could use.
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Raider Card Addict 10 months ago
Actually James, considering you finally commented on this article, after it has been up for 2 days, what's that say about your opinion on the Raiders?
Sounds like the stepbrother of mike 49er, never writes a thing, but likes to complain.
Mostly, the article's designed as an airing out of information that others might not catch....which is why it's posted in Editorial, not News-breaking.
Lastly, instead of cursing the darkness, light a match. Bring something newsworthy to the bunch, and show your infinite wisdom to the group.
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Raider Card Addict 10 months ago
Hmm, AA.....ok, so you admit to being James' brother then.
Both of you don't write anything of your own, but spend the time doing nothing but putting down other people's work.
Sounds like you need to go find a purpose. Like writing about another team.
Or for that matter, go write, period.
As for my articles, you have a couple choices.
One, don't read them. Pretty simple, huh?
Two, read them, share the news you have, and go write a counter article. Simple too.
Three, go away. If you don't have anything meaningful to add to the article, and obviously, you don't.....go bug someone else.
I've dealt with some charger fans who have nothing better to do with articles but insult them, just because they're written by a Raider fan.
And a few that have been banned for violating terms in the Bleacher Report.
Now, do you have something to add to this article, that's meaningful, or are you going away?
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Raider Card Addict 10 months ago
AA, you've been warned.
And reported.
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James Adler 10 months ago
Here is a news flash "this is a wasted article" and who writes "one fellow" or "hot money". You have no real football knowledge or even follow the Raiders close enough. You sound like a Jet fan.
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JSpicoli 10 months ago
James and the giant bitch
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Maloso Omar 13 10 months ago
I turn on my computer every morning to catch up with all news that is Raiders and onto this site to read fellow Raiders fans articles.. and although I dont always agree with the opinions expressed or commentary.. I respect our Raiders Nation brothers and sisters who take the time to read what I consider to be entertaining and informative pieces....Don't we have enough haters out there for one of our "own" trash talking one of our brothers comments and articles..James, if you dont like what youre reading that is fine, but dont trash our brothers who take their time who write for us...If you have something to say, great write your own... there is a way to communicate with each other then trash talking to a member of our Nation...dont be dlike that idot whiner fan who comes on and just goes on and on talking shit..at a time like this when our team is struggling we as fans need to unite...I have enough trouble defending my Raiders with bandwagon fans from the chokers, donkeys, new england cheaters...
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J.C. Ayvazi 10 months ago
Here, here Maloso - well stated.
A quick check of James bio show in 5 months: 0 article written, 24 comments.
These are stats that don't lie.
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James Adler 10 months ago
Maloso Omar 13 - I've been a diehard Raider fan since the early 70's. I'm merly saying that this article is old news and if you are going to write an article, than give us some news or some original thoughts on anything about the team. I would love to hear opinions on anything about the team. The author of this article is just stating things that have been thrown out there in a dozen other articles. How about the reason why Cooper retired? Losing Carter is not a glaring hole. How about what other FB's we might be looking at. Why is Walker not at practice? Will Wade be cut? Which five recievers are we going to keep? What eight OL are we going to keep? Give me an original thought and why. I'll never knock a fellow Raider fan's opinion in a million years.
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Raider Card Addict 10 months ago
Wade's matter hasnt' come to light yet, because the breaking news at the time, was the events, with 3 players getting waived, and the efforts to bring in extra players.
Instead of asking the questions, write it up, and let people respond....don't be shy.
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