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In early history and even now, the sound of the drum is a call to action. As many of us read about the NFL lockout, we wonder where this is going. Last night, I heard on the news that some players are having challenges with their alimony and child support payments because of this ongoing lockout and the economic effect it may have on their income. It seems that the owners hope that the players are so hooked on playing NFL football at any cost that they are threatening to shutdown the NFL in some form. Their assumption may not be valid. It ...
When I was a child, I was curious. I always asked, "Why?" Sometimes, I got that look from my elders, that made me know that if I pushed them, there would be some type of reprimand. Well, many of us in the Raider Nation are curious and some are puzzled. So many transitions are difficult to process. The question is, "Where do the Oakland Raiders go from here?" Up, we hope! Some of us wonder if the loud voices of fans, the strong opinions, for example, of the Bleacher Report writers make a difference in what is decided in the Oakland Raiders ...
The Oakland Raiders addressed some of their needs during the NFL draft. There are many questions surrounding the NFL and the current state of the league.Will there be a deal done before the season is set to start? Will teams have enough time to sign the free agents they need?The Raiders might be active in the free-agent market once it starts. Let's take a look at 10 free agents the Oakland Raiders should pursue.Begin Slideshow
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 on his life in the airwaves. Now, the trophy has returned to the Green Bay Packers and to Wisconsin. A similar ...