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I've been a Raider fan most of my life. Heros include Howie Long, Rod Martin, Matt Millen, Greg Townsend, Chester McGlockton, Marcus Allen, Bo Jackson, Tim Brown, Steve Wisnewski, Barrett Robbins, Terry McDaniel, Charles Woodson, Darrell Russell, Lester Hayes and Van McElroy. I'm more defense oriented but like good running backs too as well as team players that can't be ignored. My current favorite players are Michael Bush, Robert Gallery, Zach Miller, Tom Howard, Kirk Morrison, Tommy Kelly, and Johnnie Lee Higgins. Like many Raider fans out there, I anxiously await the escape of our own blackhole.
RAIDERNATION 2009!!!!!!!

Bryan's Recent Articles

CONCORD, NC - MAY 16: Matt Kenseth, driver of the #17 DEWALT Ford, and his wife Katie observe the National Anthem during the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race on May 16, 2009 at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images for NASCAR)

Dewalt out and Crown Royal in for the No. 17 Sponsorship of Matt Kenseth

Published 3 months ago
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LOS ANGELES - SEPTEMBER 28: Running back Lionel James #26 of the San Diego Chargers rushes for yards as linebacker Rod Martin #53 of the Los Angeles Raiders applies pressure during a game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 28, 1986 in Los Angeles, California. The Raiders won 17-13. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)

Oakland Raiders: Lucky Strikes in Late Rounds

Published 3 months ago
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OAKLAND, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Thomas Howard #53 of the Oakland Raiders gets ready on the line against the Kansas City Chiefs during an NFL game on November 30, 2008 at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Raiders Have a History of Finding Treasures Buried in the Draft's Second Round

Published 3 months ago
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OAKLAND - NOVEMBER 9: DeAngelo Williams #34 of the Carolina Panthers carries the ball against Nnamdi Asomugha #21 of the Oakland Raiders at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on November 9, 2008 in Oakland, California. (Photo by: Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Oakland Raiders: How We Got Where We Are...

Published 3 months ago
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Favorite Athletes

Anybody that played well for the Oakland Raiders
Favorite Sports Teams

Oakland Raiders
Favorite Coaches

John Madden, Tom Flores, Jon Gruden, Art Shell, Tom Cable
All Time Sports Moment

It was a big deal for me to see the Raiders in Superbowl 37 since it was the first time since I was 3 years old; but it wasn't that great since we lost.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Texas A&M @ Baylor 2006
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

All the major NFL rushing yardage records because most teams use a 2 running back system now.

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by Alex
8 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by A.J.
about 1 month ago

The Raiders are running no where fast. If they can't run the football against the Broncos, things could get ugly...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261848-raiders-running-no-where
by Robert
2 months ago

Hello Bryan, I would like you to take a look at this article and leave your support in the comment area. I would love to see this story make a difference. Pass it around! Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224275-ny-giants-george-martin-the-forgotten-hero
by Randy
2 months ago

Check it out and tell me what you think.Thanks Randy.http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234921-the-raiders-who-are-going-to-have-to-shine-in-09
by A.J.
3 months ago

Is Darrius Heyward-Bey the better choice after all?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231752-heyward-bey-the-better-choice-after-all-burgess-traded
by Alex
3 months ago

Team 26 in my countdown has been revealed!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230813-alexs-32-teams-in-32-days-team-26-denver-broncos/show_full
by A.J.
3 months ago

The Raiders new receivers coach is starting to feel the heat. The powers that be will be watching how he coaches up the Raiders receivers (especially DHB) very closely...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230032-uh-oh-sanjay-lal-in-trouble
by Alex
3 months ago

Team #28 in my countdown is now published!

Check it out: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229558-alexs-32-teams-in-32-days-team-28-kansas-city-chiefs
by A.J.
3 months ago

Derrick Burgess to be traded, or not? Find out what the Raiders options are with a little of my ideas mixed in as well...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229249-burgess-urges-and-the-raiders-options
by Chris
3 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228928-thoughts-for-the-day-5-nfc-focus

Hope you get a chance to read this, thx.
by Derek
3 months ago

DHB is ready to sign.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227174-breaking-news-dhb-is-ready-to-sign-a-five-year-deal
by Randy
3 months ago

Tell me what you think!http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227196-the-hungry-oakland-raiders-a-season-of-dedication.Thanks Randy
by Alex
3 months ago

Team 30 is now available in my 32 team countdown!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227134-alexs-32-teams-in-32-days-team-30-cleveland-browns
by Alex
3 months ago

Team 31 is revealed in my countdown to the NFL opener!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/226407-alexs-32-teams-in-32-days-team-31-tampa-bay-buccaneers
by Alex
3 months ago

Hey, I've got 2 new articles out today I think you'll enjoy.

1. This one could be quite controversial. Find out what I think about all the hype around Michael Vick and why I feel the way I do: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/225693-its-time-to-pull-back-the-reigns-on-the-mick-vick-hype-and-face-reality

2. The debut of my first series breaks down the 32nd team in my NFL Power Rankings. Check out who it is and what I have to say: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/225626-alexs-32-teams-in-32-days-team-32-detroit-lions Also be sure to check in daily as the countdown continues.

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Oakland Raiders: How We Got Where We Are...

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