http://sportsblogs.org/entries.php?team_id=45&date=2008-07-06&start=0 Sports Blogs :: Oakland Raiders Daily Entries en-us On tonight’s edition of the Oakland Raiders Camp Battles series, we come to probably the strongest unit on the Raiders, the cornerbacks. The Raiders will be starting two Pro Bowl corners in Nnamdi Asomugha and DeAngelo Hall. There is talk in the Nation that these guys could be a reincarnation of the Lester Hayes-Mike Haynes [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1265324&src=rss 2008-07-06T04:03:04 I, like many Raider faithful, am very excited about the direction the team has taken since the end of last season. After looking at all of our changes I feel like making a few bold predictions. 1) We will win at least two divisional games this season. I think Kiffin will appease Al Davis in his first season as head coach by ending our streak of losses against our AFC West opponents. 2) W... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264491&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 The picks are starting to come in quickly. This is a nice change from yesterday. So far today we have taken RB Michael Bush and CB John Bowie in the 4th round and DE Jay Richardson in the 5th. Michael Bush could end up being a draft steal. He would have been a first round pick had he not broke his leg this seaso... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264492&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 Now that Day 1 of the NFL Draft is in the books we can look back and see what we accomplished. I am very happy with the first three picks in our draft. The Picks Russell will hopefully become a fixture at the Quarterback position for the next 10+ years. Zach Miller is the best TE on our roster right now. Quentin Moses should end up starting opposite of Derrick Burgess. Mario He... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264493&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 With the draft just around the corner there are only two realistic options with the first overall pick. Let's examine each of these options. Why we should draft Calvin Johnson 1) Quarterbacks take time to develop. Taking Russell would leave us with a guy who wouldn't be ready to start for a couple years. QBs only have about a 50% chance of panning out. 2) Johnson is one of the best WR prospects in 10 years. He has... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264494&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 With the draft rapidly approaching, I decided it was time to pull out the draft value chart to see what the first overall pick is really worth. Here it is: Round 1Round 2Round 3Round 4Round 5Round 6Round 7 13,00033580 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264495&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 According to http://www.profootballtalk.com/rumormill.htm, the Packers and Raiders are discussing a potential trade involving the moody Randy Moss and inexperienced Quarteback Aaron Rodgers. The real question is if we acquire Aaron Rodgers would we still draft a Quarterback? That would leave Andrew Walter as the only QB with any starting experience. It would also open the door for us to draft Calvin Johnson. A... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264496&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 It was a busy Friday for the Raiders. After the smoke has cleared it looks like the Raiders have added five players to the roster. RB Dominick Rhodes FB Justin Griffith TE Fred Wakefield TE Tony Stewart WR Alvis Whitted http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264497&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 FA Update: Signed C Jeremy Newberry (49ers) Signed LB Charlton Keith Released CB Tyrone Poole Did not pick up option on QB Aaron Brooks Signees: Jeremy Newberry started his NFL career with the 49ers in 1998 after being drafted in the second round (58th overall). He started in 79 of 80 games from 1999-2003 but has faced injury problems since then and has only appeared in 11... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264498&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 The Raiders are known for big offseason moves, so this slow free agency start is a bit suprising to most Raiders fans. The only transaction thus far in Free agency has been cutting CB Tyrone Poole according the official site. There are still some decent options available but any real value moves will most likley be done through trades. Former 49ers center Newberry is a likely addition and at a relatively low expense. The... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264499&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 NOTE: Garcia has officially signed with the Tampa Bay Bucs New reports are surfacing that are saying Garcia and the Raiders are at an impasse. This comes one day after reports saying a deal was in place. All things considered, this is probably a good thing. Garcia will command a very large contract after leading the Eagles to the playoffs last season and he has struggled in below average offenses. At his age, he isn't worth the kind of money he will get. With Pl... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264500&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 There are numerous reports all over the internet claiming Jeff Garcia has reached an agreement with the Raiders. Can Garcia help salvage or team or will he be a scape goat next year? Jeff Garcia has played very well in certain situations and struggled in others. The current situation in Oakland may not be the best and this could go down as a struggle for him. It depends on our offensive system. No one is really sure what it will look like yet other than our coaching staff. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264501&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 With only one Quarterback, Andrew Walter, returning to our organization, there has been a lot of speculation flying around about the draft and potential trade candidates. There are two potential trades that I could see having some sort of credibility to them. Trade Scenario 1 Trade Randy Moss to the Jaguars for Leftwich and some sort of draft pick package. The good thing about this tr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264502&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 The top Running back in the upcoming draft is Adrian Peterson. Peterson has all of the skills to become a great NFL back but his injuries may make some teams shy away. He is the only Running Back in the draft that can realistically be considered with the first overall pick but there are some other decent options if we decide to trade some picks or players around. Cal's Marshawn Lynch is projected to be a mid first round pick, with a likely landing spot in Green Bay at pick 16. H... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264503&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 With our current draft position, there are a couple of Quarterbacks that could warrant a look. The first and most likely choice is Jemarcus Russell. Russell is the most physically gifted of the Quarterbacks in the upcoming draft and can throw a deep ball that will make Al Davis drool. He is currently the first or second Quarterback selected in most Mock Drafts and his stock will not drop after the combine due his remarkable physical skills. He is a bit raw and may need a little time to de... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264504&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 With the draft and free agency approaching, it's time to take a peak at our needs this offseason. Quarterback After horrible seasons by both Andrew Walter and Aaron Brooks, it is time to start looking for a franchise Quarterback. The best option open to us for filling this position is the draft but there will be a few veteran QBs to take a look at like Carr, Leftwich, Plummer, Johnson and Schaub bu... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264505&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 The Search for the Next Head Coach As coaching candidates continue to come and go, the real question become "Who is the right coach for our team?" Here is a short list of coaching candidates that I feel could have a positive impact on our team. 1) Rob Ryan I know we could use a coach that has a great offensive mind but Rob Ryan is a great candidate due to the support he has from the players on our r... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264506&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 Well it's official. We are the worst team in the NFL this season which means it is finally time for us to look to our future. Here is a short list of things to think about this offseason. Will Art Shell be our head coach in 2007? Where will Randy Moss and Jerry Porter end up? Will we honor the contracts of Ronald Curry and Lamont Jordan despite large bonuses in the horizon? Who will be the first overall draft pick? Some of thes... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264507&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:15:38 The Raiders are once again putting on their Golf Classic to reaise funds for the Special Olympics. The tournament will take place June 14 at Castlewood Country Club in Pleasanton. It's a great opportunity to meet some players and have some fun. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261733&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 Raiders on the verge of signing James Lofton (Chargers wide receivers coach)--hammering out details of contract. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261734&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 I have a question. What is up with the Oakland Raiders cheerleaders, the Raiderettes? In fact the question applies to all the pro team cheerleaders. Do they get paid to dance at games or are they volunteers? I know they do community service and promotional stuff like appearances and calendars, but it can’t be a full time job. Does anyone have the skinny on the whole world of professional cheering? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261735&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 Rumor has it Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis was influential in the agreement to extend the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The NFL Player’s Association appreciated his work just as they did in 1993. He and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones are allies in the goal and were both very vocal about their views during the proceedings http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261736&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 Oakland Raiders fans are getting ready to attend Super Bowl parties all over northern California this evening. Plans are being made, tickets are being purchased and predictions abound. This Super Bowl is going to be a literal battle of the titans and I can’t wait to watch. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261737&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 We all know that Randy Moss loves to talk, which is one reason why he will fit so well in a Raider uniform. Most of the talking is backed up by the black and silver though. The latest thing Moss had to say was about his x-quarterback Daunte Culpepper and his current quarterback Kerry Collins. When it comes to athleticism, Daunte has Kerry beat by a large margin, but Kerry has pocket presence and knows how to read defenses. So Kerry has ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261738&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 With the addition of rookie cornerbacks Fabian Washington and Stanford Routt it looks more and more like the departure of Charles Woodson is bound to happen. As I said before he is worth $10.5 million dollars and the club really does not want to pay that. The club is keeping their eye on free agent Ty Law. Law fits that profile the Al Davis looks for in football players. It is going to be an interesting off-season. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261739&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 It has come to the point where the Oakland Raiders will take about anything in exchange for Charles Woodson. The high profile player was tagged as the franchise player for the 05’ season and is worth $10.5 million dollars. That is $10.5 million dollars that the Raiders would like to shed away from there salary cap. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261740&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 Last time I mentioned that Rich Gannon was probably not going to be playing next season in a Raiders uniform. Well the 2003 NFL MVP admitted just recently that there would be a press conference in the near future to talk about his retirement. So now we will not see Gannon in any type of uniform this next season. Gannon has a nice 16 year career under his belt to take with him. Through out his career he posted 28,743 passing yards and had touchdown/... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261741&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 Quarterback Rich Gannon has seen better days. The poor guys still has not been cleared to return to practice. If you all remember he suffered a broken vertebra in his neck. OUCH! More than likely Gannon will be cut when June 1st roles around. The probability of Gannon playing another season of football is pretty unlikely. If he does play it will not be with the Raiders. Sorry Rich… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261742&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 from Foxsports.com Zack Crockett is back in the role he excelled in for so many years, that of the short-yardage, goal-line back. He all but disappeared from the Raiders offense under first-year coach Norv Turner last season, as Turner handed short-yardage duties to Tyrone Wheatley. However, Wheatley is gone, and Crockett is ready to prove once again that he is one of the best at getting th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261743&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09 from Foxsports.com Recent acquisition Renaldo Hill worked out at safety despite cornerback being his natural position. This unexpected move shows that Hill is versatile and that he might follow in the footsteps of Ray Buchanan, who converted to free safety after signing with the Raiders before last season. Second-year player Stuart Schweigert and Jarrod Cooper remain candidates for safety s... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261744&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:09