One thing most people like about simulations is that you can study the reactions of the process, algorithm or methodology by tweaking a few variables at a time.
Often you can study the Oakland Raiders' situation to know what works best: change the quarterback, change a coach, change a owner or change something.
Most of us agree that a change in head coach will be too drastic at this time in the Oakland Raiders franchise.
So, almost everyone is searching to find out which is the best variable or component to change in order to upgrade the standing of the NFL team.
Most of us ...
Warning: I have not written an article in many months, so bear with me. But this is going to be the best article you have ever read. Along with these steps are backup plans. But all of these steps are possible, so do not contradict me saying these are not possible, because they are. There is no salary cap this year, remember that.
1. Trade second round-pick (No. 39) to the Philadelphia Eagles for qu arterback Donovan McNabb:
What is the best way to never win a game in the NFL? To not have a quarterback that can ...
In a flurry of last minute roster moves, the A's set their Opening Day roster after the Giants-A's Spring exhibition finale.
Despite a reportedly healthy camp, several players will start the year on the DL. But thanks to all the depth the A's stockpiled over the offseason, the stand-ins stand to fill in admirably.
Over the next few slides, I will break down the A's roster by position and offer a few predictions at the end.Begin Slideshow
The A's always seem to have a surprise up their sleeve when announcing the Opening Day roster. Usually the big news is some hotshot rookie made the team.
This year that hot shot is Tyson Ross. Not bad for a starting pitcher who was only drafted in the June 2008 draft. Ross will make the club trying to help out a rather depleted bullpen.
Perhaps the bigger surprise announced by the A's front office was that Jack Cust had been designated for assignment. It's a move that caught everyone off guard, even Cust.
Perhaps we shouldn't be that shocked though. With the focus ...
The Oakland A’s are doing some last minute tinkering before Opening Day. Let’s look at what is going on.
A’s say goodbye to Jack Cust
Cust re-signed with the A’s in January for $2.65 million and less than three months later, he is unemployed again. The A’s designated Cust for assignment yesterday.
Cust is your classic “Moneyball” player. That means a guy who can’t play defense, hits a ton of home runs, walks a lot, and strikes out a ton. Over the last three years, Cust has 82 home runs, 309 walks, and 543 strikeouts.
But the A’s are moving away from those ...
The Oakland Raiders need a resurrection of their historical position of leadership, respect and glory in the NFL.
What tradition are you practicing this weekend? One that many are celebrating is called Resurrection Sunday.
As a life application, it is a day when people and things are redeemed. It is a day that symbolizes the rebirth of the earth and all that is contained therein. It can certainly symbolize our desire to see the resurrection of a team that once gave us many consecutive victories and sports records.
What did you put in your basket as a symbol of this celebration? As a ...
Some people looking at the Donovan McNabb deal may shake their head at the present situation and say, "How can McNabb not want to come to Oakland?"
At the same time, looking at the standing situation, it's kinda hard not to blame him for digging in his heels.
First of all, look at what he's leaving behind. He took the Eagles to the Super Bowl, tolerated fans that are known for being fickle, has played into the post-season a number of times, and has been named to the Pro Bowl more than once.
In Oakland, he would be dealing with Al Davis and ...
Paul Westhead probably doesn't care if the media calls him "bull headed." I just heard this tag on him a few minutes ago on television. I immediately thought that bull headed is probably what some people call Al Davis.
Maybe that's what it takes these days.
Why do I say this?
Well, Westhead is the only coach so far in history who has won championships in both the NBA and the WNBA. This man has turned both men and women into champions.
Another thing that made me think about Davis is that Westhead reportedly likes the "run and gun" game. He coaches his teams to ...
"Holding. No. 76, offense."
This was a recurring phrase uttered at Texas/Cowboys Stadium over the last dozen seasons. Flozell Adams was one of, if not the most penalized offensive linemen in the game during his tenure with the Dallas Cowboys.
That said, there are some advantages to signing him. He is a big, physical left tackle with a reputation for having a mean streak. He pass blocks as well as he run blocks. These are traits the Raiders desperately need.
Adams' presence would open up competition between Khalif Barnes, Langston Walker, and Mario Henderson for the right to start at the right ...
Over the years, the Oakland Raiders have been tagged as a team who gives guys a "second chance."
This tag has been attached to Texas Southern University (TSU) in Houston.
The tag that Michael Shelton, a defensive end in college, has given TSU is what helped this writer make a connection with the supportive environment and team spirit that has been historically attributed to the Oakland Raiders.
Some young people have a head start because they know exactly what they want to do when they complete their college education.
Shelton is focused and determined to reach his goal. He is both surprised and attentive when I demonstate ...