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Starters will most likely play 2 series at the most.
This road game will set the mood for the MNF contest against the San Diego Chargers. A win would certainly not hurt the Raiders. A loss would defintely affect the psyche of the players, especially when coupled with the smoke still visible in the rear view mirror from last weeks self destruction in Oakland.
Players should not be allowed out of their rooms. No partying, or any slack in the leash. Choke chains only.
To me, this is the most important game of the preseason, but only in light of bringing the team spirits up right before the live fire begins against the foes on MNF in front of the entire nation.
We need to bounce back.
As a fan, Professionalism would be most appreciated.
What say you?
GO RAIDERS!
DonkeyKilla
09-02-2009, 01:08 PM
Our starters better come out swingin dick our we are fucked for monday night agains SD.
Our starters better come out swingin dick our we are fucked for monday night agains SD.
We tend to use the phrase "Slinging dick" round' here - but yeah - youz be right
RaiderIVlife
09-02-2009, 03:48 PM
This team was 4-1 during the 2006 preseason. We subsequently went 2-14 on the season.
While I'm not happy about how our starters on defense have looked, it's irrelavent in the end. The only that matters is how they play from September 14th on.
Mc Fadden Status
CBS: Darren McFadden will start Thursday night's game against Seattle, a strong sign that he'll start the season-opener against San Diego. Coach Tom Cable said he won't name a starter until next week, but this is McFadden's second start of the preseason. RB Justin Fargas, out with a hamstring injury, and RB Michael Bush have each started once.
CBS reports: Fargas suffering hamstring injury, Gradkowski to start after 2 series from DRuss, Frye third with second spot still open.
boknowsvt
09-02-2009, 05:35 PM
My prediction is that Seneca Wallace outplays Bruce Gradkowski.
boknowsvt
09-02-2009, 05:38 PM
Actually, I can see Wallace rushing for 200+ yards
Xplosive
09-02-2009, 08:37 PM
wallace wont rush any.. if terdell sands is in with the starters
X
RaiderRobert
09-02-2009, 08:42 PM
wallace wont rush any.. if terdell sands is in with the starters
X
Dude, X, what the hell are you smoking the last couple days, and what is this shit with Terdell Sands?
The guy is a bum, and no way he makes the final roster, unless he has pictures of AL or something...
DonkeyKilla
09-02-2009, 08:57 PM
X works PR for the Raiders. He is trying to soften us up for when Bryant gets cut and Terd doesn't. Aren't ya X?
DarkDays
09-02-2009, 10:04 PM
Our starters better come out swingin dick our we are fucked for monday night agains SD.
Easy killa we don't need dick swinging around here but some motivation and a shred of pride mite be in order. As for the 14th and SD I don't think this game means much one way or the other. We need to keep our defense off of the field as much as possible.
Xplosive
09-02-2009, 11:05 PM
well. lol if sands make its to monday it will be due to his chargers game pass. what i mean is that if sands is apart of this team after roster cuts it is solely has to be because of the chargers game, so if he is important enough for that game then he should be A-ok to start.
So Far Des bryant looks like the best Defensive addition.
X
Preseason Game 4
Oakland Raiders at Seattle Seahawks
Where: Qwest Field, Seattle, WA
When: 7 p.m. PDT
Records Preseason: Seattle 3-0, Oakland 1-2
Head Coaches: Seahawks — Jim Mora (1st season) Raiders – Tom Cable (Entering 2nd season)
Raiders Radio: Listen live on KSFO 560 AM
Television: NFL Network; KTVU
What's at stake: It's the final preseason game and normally in the 4th game of the preseason the starters play very little if at all. However, after last weeks shellacking at the hands of the Saints, Coach Cable has indicated that his starters will at least play a few series if not more. What I like, according to Cable, is the fact that it's the players themselves that want to play to try to vindicate themselves and get the bad taste out of their mouth following the last game. Also at stake will be the employment for 22 players currently on the roster as the final cuts are coming this Saturday the 5th. Cable has indicated that only about 40 roster spots are secure, which means that 13 spots are up for grabs.
What to look for: First, any kind of improvement and rebound form last week. I know that I would like to see some hustle and preparedness from the starters.
Next will be all of the remaining position battles:
No. 3 Quarterback: Gradkowski and Frye will get the most playing time and the decision on which one to keep will come down to the wire.
Running Backs: Rankin, G. Russell, Lawton and Reece are all vying for 2 roster spots.
Wide receiver: Watkins, Holland and Nick Miller will battle it out for the final spot on the 53 man roster. I give the edge to Nick Miller now because of his return skill and the fact that incumbent kick returner Justin Miller has the dreaded turf toe.
Tight Ends: If the Raiders indeed keep 3 TE's, then Tony Stewart and Darrell Strong will fight for the remaining opening.
Offensive Line: T-G Mark Wilson, T Seth Wand, T James Marten, C John Wade are all on the bubble. Apparently the decision on the starting center has not been made yet and Satele, Morris and Wade trying to prove themselves in this game.
Defensive Line: Incredibly, Desmond Bryant has probably played himself right on to the 53 man roster. The same cannot be said for DT William Joseph, DT Terdell Sands, DE-DT Ryan Boschetti, DE Greyson Gunheim. Those 4 will battle it out for probably 3 spots. Expect to say bye-bye to Sands and for the Raiders to be combing the waiver wire Saturday night.
Linebackers: Morrison, Howard, Brown, Alston, Slade Norris and Ekejiuba are all in. OLB Nixon, OLB Greenwood, OLB Sam Williams and MLB Chris O’Neill will compete for maybe one spot on the 53 or on the practice squad.
Defensive Backs: Lots of battles here, at least for the backup positions. Mike Mitchell's hamstring probably secured Huff's roster spot, but for the rest, Baker, Bowie, Hawkins, Darrick Brown and Jerome Boyd will play for maybe three final spots.
Who won't play: C John Wade (knee), OT Khalif Barnes (ankle), LB Kirk Morrison (elbow), S Mike Mitchell (hamstring), CB Nnamdi Asomugha (wrist), S Rashad Baker (concussion), WR Chaz Schilens (foot), RB, Justin Fargas (hamstring), LB Isaiah Ekejuiuba (shoulder)
Questionable: Louis Murphy (foot), CB/KB Justin Miller (toe).
Enjoy the game Nation! Let's get the Saints game far in the rear view mirror and show that we are ready for the Chargers. Go RAIDERS!!!
eleven
09-03-2009, 01:16 PM
Expect to say bye-bye to Sands and for the Raiders to be combing the waiver wire Saturday night.
I've never seen a more lackluster performance from any player in my life than the Terd in this pre-season. He literally just stood up and played patty-cake for a few seconds and kinda sorta walked a few steps in the direction of the play. Worst case scenario is this guy having a good game and somehow managing to make the team.
How did he make the first cut?
Rupert
09-03-2009, 01:18 PM
Expect to say bye-bye to Sands and for the Raiders to be combing the waiver wire Saturday night.
I've never seen a more lackluster performance from any player in my life than the Terd in this pre-season. He literally just stood up and played patty-cake for a few seconds and kinda sorta walked a few steps in the direction of the play. Worst case scenario is this guy having a good game and somehow managing to make the team.
How did he make the first cut?
We only cut 5 guys. Wasn't one of the practice-only players.
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