The greatest compliment you can pay a manager is that you can't imagine their team performing any better year after year. Unfortunately this can't be said of A's manager Bob Geren since his tenure began in 2007, and the trend has carried over into 2011. Ask any Oakland fan what the top reasons they feel their beloved A's have failed to compete over the past few seasons and you are bound to hear the same answers: low payrolls which prohibit signing impact players, injuries and game management. Fortunately for Oakland's current manager, the first two excuses have ...
As the NFL Lockout drags on, many fans are wondering which direction their teams will be going this offseason.The Raider Nation is no different. The 2011 NFL Draft is less than a week away and people are going crazy as to who will be a Raider in 2011.Others are focusing on what will happen once free agency starts.Oakland went into a signing frenzy before the lockout, but were unable to reach deals with players like Nnamdi Asomugha and Michael Huff.Fans are fretting the day when Nnamdi Asomugha leaves and probably find themselves scouring the draft boards for the next Aso.It's ...
Rhythmic Pep Talk - Listen
You may not understand the dynamic but sometimes victory is in the stars.
Many of us believe that a series of events similar to those for the Green Bay Packers will happen for the Oakland Raiders.
We have a “Yes, We Can Can” attitude.
In an article in Sports Illustrated, the writer mentions the fact that there is a play on Broadway about the life of Vince Lombardi.
There was also a documentary about his life on the airwaves.
Now, the trophy has returned to the Green Bay Packers and to Wisconsin.
A similar series of events is expected for the Oakland ...
The Oakland Raiders have a talented defense, but they may need to add some more players in the 2011 NFL Draft. Nnamdi Asomugha and Michael Huff will be testing the open market when free agency starts. Odd's are they won't be coming back to Oakland. While the Raiders have players on their current roster that can fill the holes, it's important to try and find some younger guys that have the ability to step in and produce.Let's take a look at ten defensive players the Raiders should look at in this years draft.Begin Slideshow
Despite not having a first round pick, the Raiders still have the opportunity to vastly improve the team that went undefeated in the AFC West last season.
Unlike in years past, the Raiders only have a few glaring holes that need to be addressed this offseason. Every team has room to improve, but in past seasons, the Raiders had so many problems, it was hard to decide what was the most important and needed to be addressed first.
This year, the Raiders only have two areas that are in desperate need of upgrades: offensive line and cornerback. One of those areas could ...
Tribute in 2011
Youth is a blessing. Senior years are good, too. The advantage of our senior years is that we can sit, sip our coffee and remember both the good and hard times of the Oakland Raiders.
On this day in 2011, we also remember the contributions of others.
After all, in times like these we get relief from viewing sports, especially NFL games once the season starts. Hum, if the season starts on time this year.
I don't know about you, but with the international situation increasing in complexity, watching an Oakland Raiders game will be uplifting if they can be more victorious in 2011.
The seniors ...
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The jury is still out on the guy because frankly, one good year out of three injury-shortened seasons does not provide a large enough sample size to make a proper assessment. That said, it does look like the real Darren McFadden has finally shown up, and none too late for the rabid, yet faithful Raider Nation.
McFadden was originally selected in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft (4th overall) after Oakland Raiders owner, Al Davis, fell in love with his speed at the NFL Scouting Combine (he ran a 4.33 in the 40). However, ...
Pep Talk for 2011
The Sound of the Oakland Raiders: Listen and Read
Everything has a sound, sometimes audible, sometimes not so easily heard. "Autumn Wind" has been the song of the Oakland Raiders for many years.
John Facenda was one of the best at reciting the sound and song of the Raiders.
His voice, tone and inflections were so suitable for communicating the fearlessness, strength and determination of the team.
The spirit of the Raider Nation is stirred when the symphonic rendition of "Autumn Wind" is played. The sound and song rally the players to victory.
The lyrics contain these words:
"song"
"growl"
"shake" (a sound of great tree is ...
Is there some type of conspiracy on sports websites like Bleacher Report? Why don't more women voice their opinions by writing articles on Bleacher Report?
There are a decent number of young female editors who review my articles. There have been some great writers who happened to be women who have posted outstanding articles and opinions, from time to time.
Lately, few women seem to have high visibility on the Oakland Raiders page?
Granted, there are those who write harsh comments, but toughen up and ignore those folks and write your opinions and facts, Raider ladies.
It seems to me that the presence of female ...
As the 2011 NFL Draft approaches, it's time to look at some of the areas of need for the Oakland Raiders. When I look at this team and I put on my GM hat, I see a need for more depth on the offensive line.I'm a firm believer that the Raiders have most of their roster figured out and they have the players that can take them to the next level. Their offensive line will be a big question mark in 2011, with Tom Cable no longer the head coach and a change in their philosophy. While they did well in ...