Last year, the Raiders, going into the last month of the season were not in a good way. They lost to Kansas City at home, due to a botched play during the game. Then, in the first two games of ... (Continue reading)
For those who have read my articles in the past, you know that I usually try to look at things with a glass-half-full perspective. It's good for the blood pressure, good for morale and the Raider Nation seems to enjoy ... (Continue reading)
Uncle Al, your house is a mess. For years, your cherished team was considered one of the finest teams to play on the gridiron. Teams feared playing the Raiders for their ability to punish teams either by a dominating defense or ... (Continue reading)
As Oakland's season now is simply running out the clock, one has to look back at all that has gone wrong. Injuries piled up, play-calling was shoddy, players underperformed. Sure, some players did perform well, on occasion. One of these players, ... (Continue reading)
One step forward, one step back. Oakland came into the game had reasons for hope, considering the team has been good pulling off wins against the Bengals and the Eagles. As it was, after Oakland had pulled to within 10 in the ... (Continue reading)
Is Tony Romo requesting two helpings of potatoes in this picture? As it stands, the Raiders are coming into this Thursday's game at 3-7, facing off against a Cowboys team that is presently 7-3. Oakland does have some momentum, coming off ... (Continue reading)
Going into the Bengals game, it seemed like the task for Bruce Gradkowski was impossible. They would be playing at home, sure. But against a 7-3 team that had beaten both the Steelers and Ravens, twice? If you had tried to place ... (Continue reading)
Tom, this is your show. You've made some choices, which are either going to help the team or create questions on your sanity. First of all, swapping out JaMarcus Russell was long overdue. It's good that he is on the bench, ... (Continue reading)
Congratulations JaMarcus. You played yourself out of the starting rotation. Your coach made it plain, in saying that this benching isn't a one game at a time deal. The team is turning its attention towards trying to work with Bruce ... (Continue reading)
Today, two little pieces of news came out of Oakland. Both of them should bring a smile to the face of the fans both near and afar, but belong to the Raider Nation. For one, JaMarcus Russell is now on the ... (Continue reading)