Michael Schulze's Sportswriter Profile

Michael Schulze joined January 2009

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I became a fan of the Oakland Raiders when I saw my first football game on TV. It was the 1976 AFC Championship game with the Raiders defeating the Steelers. I remember Curt Gowdy commenting about how cool Stabler was as he approached the line. I was hooked. Plus, at some point - possibly the next season - there was someone dressed up as Darth Vader in the stands and the hook sunk deeper. I've been a devoted fan ever since. I do have to point out that I'm not a blind fan ready to drink whatever Kool-Aid the team is serving and have had issues with the team over various things like the treatment of Marcus Allen, the move to Los Angeles, and recently, the signing of Javon Walker. I'll be as objective as a fan can be whenever I write the occassional article.

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Favorite Athletes

Lester Hayes, Mike Haynes, Vann McElroy, Rod Martin, Dan Conner, Kenny Stabler, Marcus Allen, Ted Hendricks, Otis Sistrunk, Jim Plunkett, Rich Gannon, Tyrone Wheatley, Wiz, Tim Brown, Willie Brown, Hewritt Dixon, Pete Banazak, Mark van Eegan, Ben Davidson, Reggie Kinlaw and scores of others
Favorite Sports Teams

Oakland Raiders, University of Montana Grizzlies
Favorite Coaches

John Madden, Tom Flores
All Time Sports Moment

Watching Marcus Allen reverse and run through the Redskins for one of the most amazing TD runs of all time - that and Jack Squirek stepping in front of the Theisman pass and returning it for the TD just before the half in SB XVIII.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Playoff game where the Raiders defeated the Dolphins 27 - 0.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordon
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Lothar Matthaus
Federer or Sampras?

Who? how bout Becker?
Tiger or Nicklaus?

push
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Big Sky and SEC

Latest Articles »

Jeff Garcia's Main Purpose: Tutor JaMarcus Russell

04/07/2009

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It's Time for JaMarcus Russell To Step Up and Lead the Oakland Raiders

03/26/2009

1,214 reads 32 comments 0 likes

Lane Kiffin: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

03/11/2009

495 reads 7 comments 0 likes

How Al Davis Just Saved the NFL—Again

02/27/2009

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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

59 days ago

A.J. DeMello said...

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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

113 days ago

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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

114 days ago

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JaMarcus Russell has a some people convinced he's a bust, and if not a good season is shown he should be labeled a "bust." Take a look why this will not be a make or break season for the former first overall pick (2007), and why...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220097-not-a-make-or-break-season-for-russell-yet

129 days ago

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Looking for fantasy advice? Today I take a look at some Oakland Raider players that may have relevance this season for your fantasy football team...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/212841-raiders-with-fantasy-impact

141 days ago

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Kirk Morrison needs to step it up this year for the Raiders, as this could be a make or break year for him going into his fifth year. Is he overrated or is he the real deal?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/210838-kirk-morrison-needs-to-step-it-up

145 days ago

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The Raiders have hired three coaches on the offensive side of the ball that shouldn't go unnoticed, being that they are very experienced and have had success during their respectable coaching careers. Find out why that could make the Raiders offense go from mediocrity to dynamic:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/209207-three-new-coaches-will-help-cable-and-raiders-offense-significantly

148 days ago

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The Raiders secondary can be one of the best in the league this year. How?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/204296-raiders-defensive-backs-wait-in-anticipation

155 days ago

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Is there an excuse left for Romo and the Cowboys as to why they can't win when it counts? No more excuses left:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/203529-no-more-excuses-left-for-romo-and-cowboys

156 days ago

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Greg Ellis has signed with Oakland. Is he close to done or will he make his presence known to a very questionable defensive front?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/200362-raiders-add-veteran-presence-to-rickety-defensive-front

161 days ago

Ezra Ruiz said...

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/191035-will-raiders-jamarcus-russell-lose-his-starting-job-to-jeff-garcia

173 days ago

JW Nix said...

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you may like this

it is a story of a long time coach still doing his thing

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/187188-this-bugel-sounds-beautiful

179 days ago

A.J. DeMello said...

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Has Raiders owner Al Davis assembled the best coaching staff in Oakland since Jon Gruden? Find out, as this is will be my last article being evaluated by CBSSPORTS with a look at the 2009 Raiders coaching staff:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/187766-davis-assembles-experienced-staff-to-improve-24-72-six-year-slump?just_published=1

Your thoughts and feedback are much appreciated.

179 days ago

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I thought this might interest you, as I took the time to break down the Raiders ability to go deep and score through the air:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/178153-adding-to-the-raiders-playbook-the-deep-ball-has-returned

190 days ago

O Shiri said...

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The Raiders secondary looks to make an impact this upcoming season let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/172957-the-talented-oakland-raiders-secondary-will-make-an-impact-in-09

197 days ago

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How Al Davis Just Saved the NFL—Again

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Lane Kiffin: Amateur Coach, Professional Liar

Received 2,000 Reads • February 13, 2009
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Jeff Garcia's Main Purpose: Tutor JaMar…

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It's Time for JaMarcus Russell To Step …

Received 25 comments • March 26, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

It's Time for JaMarcus Russell To Step …

Received 1,000 Reads • March 26, 2009
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Great Debate: Bronze Medal

How Al Davis Just Saved the NFL—Again

Received 25 comments • February 27, 2009
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Hot Read: Bronze Medal

Oakland Raiders Need to Cut Terdell San…

Received 1,000 Reads • February 07, 2009

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About Michael »

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Latest Articles »

Jeff Garcia's Main Purpose: Tutor JaMarcus Russell

It's Time for JaMarcus Russell To Step Up and Lead the Oakland Raiders

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How Al Davis Just Saved the NFL—Again

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