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Okay boys. It's time to put a number in the W column. Really.


NFL Preview - Cleveland (1-1) at Oakland (0-2)
By Scott Garbarini, Sports Network
The Sports Network

The Oakland Raiders and Cleveland Browns both believe they found their quarterbacks of the future in the 2007 draft, but neither JaMarcus Russell nor Brady Quinn will be under center when the two teams square off this Sunday at McAfee Coliseum.

Despite performing impressively in the preseason, Quinn, one of Cleveland's two first-round choices back in April, has yet to be a part of the Browns' strange early-season quarterback carousel. But at least the former Notre Dame star will be in uniform when his team takes the field this weekend.

Russell and the Raiders were engaged in a lengthy contract impasse that wasn't resolved until three days after Oakland's season-opening loss to Detroit. The No. 1 overall pick has yet to be added to the team's active roster and figures to be a long way away from seeing game action.

Quinn's inevitable regular-season debut appeared to be coming closer to fruition once Cleveland shipped Week 1 starter Charlie Frye to Seattle shortly after the Browns' lopsided loss to Pittsburgh in their opener. However, that timetable likely got pushed back some after Derek Anderson's surprisingly prolific performance this past Sunday.

Anderson, who entered last week's game against Cincinnati with a rather undistinguished six games of NFL experience under his belt, torched the Bengals' unsteady defense for 328 yards and five touchdowns to guide Cleveland to a wild 51-45 victory. The Browns compiled their highest point and yardage (554) totals since the franchise re-joined the league as an expansion team in 1999.

Russell may be wishing he had signed earlier, as the strong-armed youngster will be missing out on a chance to face a Cleveland defense that has surrendered a league-worst average of 448 yards per game through the first two weeks.

That assignment will again fall to Josh McCown, despite the journeyman signal- caller's nagging foot injury and a woeful 73-yard, three-interception outing in Oakland's 23-20 overtime defeat at rival Denver in Week 2.

First-year Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin will take another shot at recording his initial NFL victory on Sunday. The 32-year-old thought he had one a week ago, when Oakland kicker Sebastian Janikowski booted an apparent 52-yard field goal during the overtime period.

Officials ruled that the Broncos had called timeout before the kick, however. Janikowski then missed his second attempt, and Denver scored on the ensuing possession.

SERIES HISTORY

Oakland has a 9-7 lead in its all-time regular season series with Cleveland, but has lost its last three head-to-head meetings with the Browns. The Raiders were 24-21 home losers to Cleveland in Week 4 of last season. Oakland is 0-2 in home games against the Browns since scoring a 36-10 triumph over Cleveland in 2000.

In addition to the regular season series, the teams have met twice in the postseason, with the Silver and Black winning both a 1980 AFC Divisional Playoff (14-12) and a 1982 AFC First-Round Playoff (27-10).

Cleveland's Romeo Crennel is 2-0 against the Raiders as a head coach, while Kiffin will be meeting both Crennel and the Browns for the first time as a head coach.

WHEN THE BROWNS HAVE THE BALL

After failing to move the football effectively under Frye in Week 1, the Cleveland offense enjoyed a remarkable turnaround with Anderson (512 passing yards, 6 TD, 2 INT) at the controls last Sunday. The third-year pro threw a pair of first-half touchdown passes to veteran wideout Joe Jurevicius (6 receptions) and two after intermission to playmaker Braylon Edwards (11 receptions), who finished with career highs of eight catches and 146 yards. Standout tight end Kellen Winslow (10 receptions) totaled 100 yards and another score on six grabs in the win. The Browns' new-look offensive line displayed dramatic improvement as well, as the front wall allowed just one sack to the Bengals after Frye was taken down five times in the Pittsburgh game.

The line also dominated in the run game last Sunday, consistently opening holes to allow the rejuvenated Jamal Lewis (251 rushing yards) to pile up a whopping 216 yards on 27 carries, including a 66-yard touchdown burst in the third quarter.

Oakland's defense surrendered an unimpressive 441 total yards to Denver last week, but the unit came up with two huge plays in the fourth quarter to help the Raiders rally and force overtime. A sack for a safety by ex-Bronco tackle Gerard Warren (2 tackles) and linebacker Thomas Howard's (16 tackles, 1 sack) 44-yard interception return for a touchdown gave Oakland a brief 20-17 lead.

The Raiders have allowed an average of 272 passing yards (28th overall) so far, a stark contrast to their NFL-best average of 151.3 yards per game in 2006. The defense has recorded four interceptions through two games, however, with two of those picks coming from unheralded middle linebacker Kirk Morrison (17 tackles). Pressuring the quarterback has been an issue, though, and will be more of a concern if top rusher Derrick Burgess is unable to play. The disruptive end will be a game-time decision because of a calf injury.

Another early problem is the 200 rushing yards Oakland gave up to the Broncos in last week's loss. The Raiders currently rank just 26th in that area (144.5 ypg) during the early portion of the season.

WHEN THE RAIDERS HAVE THE BALL

McCown (386 passing yards, 3 TD) put up 313 yards on 20-of-30 passing when he faced Detroit's highly-suspect defense in the opening week, but found the Broncos' star-studded secondary to be nearly impenetrable last Sunday. He's also thrown five interceptions over the first two games and will likely be on a short leash this week, as the Raiders have a three-time Pro Bowl honoree in Daunte Culpepper standing on the sidelines. Wide receiver Ronald Curry (12 receptions), who burned the Lions for 133 yards and two scores, was held to just two catches for 16 yards against Denver.

Oakland was able to compensate for last week's aerial deficiencies because of an excellent game from running back LaMont Jordan (229 rushing yards, 1 TD, 9 receptions), who powered his way to a career-high 159 yards on 25 attempts. Expect the oft-injured 28-year-old to carry a heavy load again on Sunday, as backup Dominic Rhodes is still serving a league-issued four-game suspension.

While Cleveland's offense opened eyes in Week 2, its defense has been deplorable in the early going. The Browns rank last in the league in yards allowed (448 ypg), 31st in points allowed (39.5 ppg), 30th in pass defense (276.5 ypg) and 29th in rushing defense (171.5 ypg). Both Pittsburgh's Willie Parker (109 yards) and Cincinnati's Rudi Johnson (118 yards) had big days running the ball against Cleveland, and the Browns have failed to generate a consistent pass rush as well. Second-year linebacker Kamerion Wimbley has compiled a mere five tackles thus far after an 11-sack season in 2006, while rookie Eric Wright (16 tackles, 2 PD) is enduring a trial-by-fire at one cornerback spot.

The Browns secondary will come into Sunday's game with a number of health concerns. Top cornerback Leigh Bodden (9 tackles, 1 PD) and free safety Brodney Pool (3 tackles) are hampered by a strained groin and mild concussion, respectively, although both are expected to play. Pool's backup, Michael Adams (6 tackles), is doubtful to suit up due to a wrist injury.

FANTASY FOCUS

Judging by the way both teams have given up points through the first two weeks, there looks to be a number of intriguing fantasy options on both sides. Running backs Lewis and Jordan each deserve starting consideration, as each should put up good numbers against a pair of defenses that have been submissive against the run. Winslow has emerged as an every-week starter at tight end, but be wary of teammate Edwards, who draws a tougher matchup in Oakland's secondary than he did last week. Look for a bounce-back day from Curry, who should receive plenty of looks from McCown on Sunday.
 
Kiff's first must-win comes in 3rd game
Column by Monte Poole
Article Last Updated: 09/21/2007 02:36:07 AM PDT

ALAMEDA — They'll face Cleveland, they'll be at home, they'll be favored and, after the distasteful conclusion last week in Denver, their motivation meter should be maxed out by the time they take the field on Sunday.

Which is enough to provide the most favorable conditions for a victory the Raiders will see this month and, perhaps, this season.

So here it is, three games into the season, three games into his NFL coaching career, Lane Kiffin's first must-win game.

Because the Raiders go to Miami next weekend, where they haven't won since Bo Jackson retired, then follow the bye week with an Oct. 14 game at San Diego, where their last win came during Rich Gannon's MVP season.

More to the point, though, Kiffin needs something to prove he's taking this team on a more fulfilling ride than that directed by his two predecessors.Cleveland, despite the offensive fireworks it displayed last week, is about as easy as it will get for the Raiders. If they can't close out the Browns, an 0-5 start becomes conceivable, if not distinctly possible.

Which would send tears flowing through the streets of an increasingly restless Raider Nation and could eat away at what, for now, is a fairly positive locker room. The team remains a unit but yearns for a payoff.

"We know we've lost 11 in a row," defensive lineman Warren Sapp said, referring to the last nine games of 2006, under Art Shell and his staff, and the first two this season.

"It's going to come — we believe it's going to come," linebacker Kirk Morrison said.

"That's one of those external things put on by the media," wideout Jerry Porter said of any increased sense of urgency this week. "As far as we know, we need to go win this game and get that first win. Because it's a ton of games left. It's a long season."

These players, as do all players, always want to believe in their new coaching staff. And if the new staff is replacing a catastrophically bad staff, well, the players are practically begging for something worthy of trust.

The Raiders broke camp practically unanimous in belief of their new coaches, Kiffin in particular. They liked his focus, his energy, the way he could be authoritative with a light touch. Sapp, playing for his fifth head coach in two organizations, was revived. Porter, playing for his fifth in eight years as a Raider, was ebullient. Suddenly, sunshine was back in the lives of the offensive linemen.

With minicamps, meetings and training camp, Kiffin won over his team.

But no team stays "won over" without proof that the new man's medicine is effective. While Doc Kiffin may in time find a cure, his immediate results have produced two losses in two games.

The Raiders slept through the first half of their opener against Detroit, then woke up in time to compete for most of the second half. They were undone by their own mistakes.

Same thing last week in Denver, except Oakland's offense — other than running back LaMont Jordan — never established anything while falling behind before eventually catching up. Quarterback Josh McCown was awful, throwing three interceptions, and his receivers had a tough time finding space in the Broncos defense.

Still, the Raiders had chances to win both games.

"You gotta finish," Kiffin said. "You gotta have that mind-set, that killer instinct, that when you get to that point, you gotta close it out. You gotta put an end to it, right there. You don't let'em keep breathing. We need to get that mentality, and we're working on it."

Which puts Kiffin on the spot. He's supposed to know offense, having been hired after creating a reputation for aiding the development of USC quarterbacks Carson Palmer and Matt Leinart, who became first-round NFL draft choices.

For now, the players trust Kiffin enough to maintain public support of his commitment to McCown, a career journeyman, over Daunte Culpepper, who became a star in Minnesota but has been a backup since signing with Oakland last month.

Even this week, as the pressure mounted and the QB debate intensified, Kiffin continued to say he's confident in Culpepper but believes McCown provides "the best chance to win" on Sunday.

"There's not even a reason to spell the word panic," Porter said.

"To break up the season, we're 0-2 in the first quarter (of the season). But if we get a win against Cleveland . . . Miami hasn't looked that strong, we can come out of this 2-2. We'd start fresh in the new quarter.

"When we win this game, it will be because we executed on offense. We didn't turn the ball over, we got the running game and the passing game going."

This is not a guarantee but a manifestation of trust. Porter assumes victory because that's how players operate when they trust their coaches, their teammates and themselves.

But each loss makes it harder and harder to maintain that trust. That's why Kiffin needs this game. A 2-2 first month requires a victory on Sunday, against one of the more defective opponents on the schedule.

Anything less, and the possibility of 0-4 looms, opening the door to doubt, threatening to erode much of faith the new Doc has built.
 

"You gotta finish," Kiffin said. "You gotta have that mind-set, that killer instinct, that when you get to that point, you gotta close it out. You gotta put an end to it, right there. You don't let'em keep breathing. We need to get that mentality, and we're working on it."

I like this. We better beat the poops this weekend.
 
Well as this article mentions this game with the Browns is very important for this team. A win and we have a chance to go 2-2 in the first four games. A loss and I fear the team might give up or at least think "same old thing". An 0-5 start starts to look very real.

I think we beat the Browns though. That thing that happened against the Bengals was some sort of mistake.
 
This weekend it really is a case of just win baby.
 
Yeah no shit. I will start getting worried if we dont find a way to win this one at home. The pressure is on us, the Browns have their 1st win.
 
This weekend is a case of "must win" IMO. 0-3 going to Miami in Sep't is not going to be a picnic in the park, then away at SD. 0-5 is a distinct possibility. A win this weekend is obviously going to be huge for the psyche of this team after dropping a heartbreaker last weekend.

I think it's imperative we get an early lead this week. There should be no reason why we can't move the ball against their defense and a secondary that's pretty banged up. It would also be nice to see our ST's make something happen for a change.
 
Game Notes

CAPTAINS: The Raider captains in 2007 are:
Offense: T Barry Sims., WR Ronald Curry.
Defense: CB Nnamdi Asomugha., DE Derrick Burgess., DT Warren Sapp.
Special teams: P Shane Lechler.

MORE MORRISON: LB Kirk Morrison. has already tied his single season career-high in interceptions with two after picking off a pass on September 16 in Denver. Morrison is tied with LB Thomas Howard. for the Raiders lead in tackles in 2007 with 16, having posted seven tackles on September 16 at Denver and had nine stops to pace the Silver and Black on September 9 against Detroit. Morrison also intercepted his third pass as a pro to thwart a Detroit scoring opportunity. Morrison led the Raiders in tackles last year and was one of three Raiders players who finished the 2006 season with more than 100 tackles, along with Howard, and FS Stuart Schweigert..

JORDAN RULES: RB LaMont Jordan. rushed for a career-high 159 yards (on 25 carries) against the Broncos on September 16 at Denver, marking the seventh time in his pro career that he has surpassed the 100-yard rushing mark. His previous high was 132 yards on December 12, 2005 versus the Cleveland Browns. On September 9 against the Detroit Lions, Jordan recorded a career high in receptions with nine surpassing his high of seven, which he accomplished twice. Jordan produced 159 yards of total offense—70 yards rushing and 89 yards receiving—and added a 12-yard score against Detroit

HOWARD SCORES: Second-year pro LB Thomas Howard. recorded the first interception of his pro career, which he converted into the first score of his young career on a 44-yard return in the third quarter of the September 16 contest at Denver.

SPECIAL TEAMS SPECIAL: The Raiders successfully executed an onside kick in the third quarter of the September 16 contest against the Broncos in Denver, with K Sebastian Janikowski. kicking and CB Chris Carr. recovering.

JANIKOWSKI MOVES PAST BLANDA: K Sebastian Janikowski.’s 38-yard field goal in the second quarter of the September 16 contest against the Broncos in Denver moved him past Pro Football Hall of Famer George Blanda into sole possession of second place in career field goals in team history. Janikowski is five field goals shy of tying Chris Bahr on the Silver and Black’s all-time list.

LECHLER BEGINS NEW STREAK: P Shane Lechler., the NFL leader in both gross and net punting average in 2007, has re-started his streak of consecutive games with at least one punt of 50 yards or longer. Lechler ended the 2006 season having at least punt travel 50 yards or longer when he booted a 59-yarder in the first quarter of the Raiders’ road contest against the New York Jets in the season finale. Lechler began the 2007 season with a 52-yard punt on his first attempt against the Detroit Lions on September 9. He had a 51-yard punt on September 16 in Denver versus the Broncos in his first attempt. Lechler’s streak of having a punt travel 50 yards or longer ended in 2006 at 17 straight games as he did not have a punt of that distance during the 12- 23-06 contest against Kansas City. During the streak, he had 48 punts exceeding 50 yards and seven over 60. He set a record with 33 straight games with a punt of 50 or more yards, the longest streak since the NFL/AFL merger in 1970. The streak, which lasted from 11-30-03 against Denver until 12-11-05 at the N.Y. Jets, surpassed Rick Tuten’s mark of 30 straight games from 1993-95 with Seattle. During the record-setting streak, Lechler topped 50 yards 65 times with 12 punts of over 60.

FIRST FOR HUFF: S Michael Huff. recorded the first sack of his pro career when he was credited with running the Broncos QB out of bounds during the September 16 contest at Denver.
 
The Borwns Defense is not very good

The Browns' defense is on pace to give up 80 touchdown passes this season. Unless you're the Bengals, that's not good. Predictably, head coach Romeo Crennel wasn't all that psyched at the prospect of shattering such a dubious record:

'I don't think there are ever any legitimate reasons for giving up touchdowns, particularly the number we have given up in two games,'' Crennel said. ''It's not very good and we're going to have to do a whole lot better.''

That's an understatement. Last year, Cleveland surrendered 20 touchdowns through the air, and according to Football Outsiders, the pass defense ranked 15th. Surprisingly, the Browns are only the fourth-worst pass defense this season, ahead of the Jets, Saints and Giants.

Part of the problem is the secondary: safeties Brodney Pool and Sean Jones are long on ability but short on experience. Rookie cornerback Eric Wright has been forced into duty because Gary Baxter is recovering from knee injuries. Plus, the inability of Cleveland's front seven to generate a pass rush -- the team has two sacks in two games -- doesn't help matters.

Things should get better before they get worse -- the Browns face the Raiders this week, and the Ravens the next. But on October 7, the team travels to New England. If something doesn't give -- an improved Browns pass defense, or a regressing-to-normal Patriots' offense -- those 80 predicted touchdowns could be a conservative estimate.

Light 'em up boys. Unleash the hounds
 
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Friday's Injury List

Browns: LB Willie McGinest (back) is out; S Gary Baxter (knees) and P Dave Zastudil (back) are doubtful; S Mike Adams (wrist), CB Leigh Bodden (groin), S Brodney Pool (concussion), and G Isaac Sowells (personal) are questionable; LB Antwan Peek (foot) is probable.

Raiders: LB Isaiah Ekejiuba (foot) is out; RB Oren O'Neal (hamstring) and LB Robert Thomas (hamstring) are doubtful; DE Derrick Burgess (calf), C Jeremy Newberry (hamstring), and CB Duane Starks (groin) are questionable; RB LaMont Jordan (back) and QB Josh McCown (foot) are probable.
 
Is Burgess worth a nickel?
Posted by Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer on Friday at 3:42 pm

Derrick Burgess missed practice for the third straight day, but coach Lane Kiffin did not rule out the possibility of using his best pass rusher in limited role.

"If we can push him to where he can go obviously he's of great value to us, even if it's in a limited role, where some players may not be," Kiffin said. "If he can just go to where he can be just on third downs, he's of value to us. So we're going to keep trying to push and see if we can get him out there."

Burgess was listed as "questionable," meaning there's a 50-50 chance he could play. In theory, that means he is more likely to play than Josh McCown, listed as doubtful last Friday, was against Denver.

Kiffin was asked if it made sense to put a guy on the field whose strengths are his explosiveness and speed, when those two areas could be adversely affected by a calf injury. Kiffin said that as an every-down player, Burgess might be able to push through fewer plays.

Burgess wasn't available for comment and made it clear Wednesday he wasn't going to be discussing injuries with anybody.

You wonder if there is a tug-of-war going on behind the scenes here. Kiffin twice used the term "push," as if with just a little shove in the right direction, Burgess might be able to play if so inclined.

It's a sticky subject where Burgess is concerned. During training camp, Burgess said there was talk of upgrading his contract befitting his status as the NFL leader in sacks over the 2005 and 2006 seasons, only to have the talks cease once Mike Lombardi left the organization.

Burgess didn't attend any voluntary workout sessions in the offseason and started training camp on the physically unable to perform list after hernia surgery.

He chose his words carefully during camp on the money issue, making it clear that he would look out for himself as well as the team.

"Hopefully they decide they want to give me a new contract, cool. If not, hey, it’s a business, you've got to remember that," Burgess said. "The only part I want everybody to understand, like I tell the young cats, always treat it like one. That’s it.”

Burgess could decide that it's not good business to take the field when speed, one of his important assets, is an issue because of in injury. Going out and being ineffective is never good business, and neither is making the injury worse. He has been down that road before in Philadelphia, where he missed nearly as many games as he played.

It would behoove both the Raiders and Burgess to make sure he's at or near full strength. If that means sitting out this week and even next week, the Week 5 bye would give him three weeks to get healthy.

He could still get a running start at the season with three quarters of it remaining to be played. At 6-foot-2, 260 pounds, Burgess is not a stout defensive end, smaller than many linebackers. He is not going to get past 330-pound tackles without the burst which has put him in the Pro Bowl two years running.

If Burgess spends the season nursing a nagging injury which robs him of his speed, it's bad business all around.

More Friday news and notes:

– C Jeremy Newberry (questionable) practiced for the first time this week, although he did not finish practice. Kiffin said Newberry might be available, but that Jake Grove would start. Grove will give up at last 75 pounds to Cleveland nose tackle Ted Washington.

– RB LaMont Jordan (back) practiced Friday, was listed as probable and should be good to go for Cleveland.

"We'll play him as normal and monitor him during the game," Kiffin said.

– Those who did not practice, were listed as doubtful and likely won't face Cleveland included LB Robert Thomas (hamstring) and FB Oren O'Neal (hamstring). LB Isaiah Ekejiuba is out with a cracked bone in his foot.

With Thomas and Ekejiuba out, Ricky Brown is the lone reserve linebacker.

– The way Kiffin sees it, Josh McCown's struggles against Denver and the Josh bashing that ensued is not necessarily a bad thing. McCown, who left the practice facility in a protective boot on his sprained foot, was listed as probable.

"I think it helps him a lot, because he is very tough and he’s a tough competitor," Kiffin said, noting that Denver coach Mike Shanahan noticed that McCown was passing in pain agianst the Broncos. "It’s of extreme value, especially to go through a time where there’s a lot of questions about the starting quarterback in the public, and I’d venture to say the public perception is they’d much rather not have him be the starting quarterback.

"It’s very valuable to have that as opposed to a quarterback who maybe hasn’t been through adversity, and is not very tough and wouldn’t be able to handle it very well. I think he’s handled it great."

We'll see how "good" it is if McCown experiences similar adversity against Cleveland.
 
R4Life said:
Is Burgess worth a nickel?
Posted by Jerry McDonald - NFL Writer on Friday at 3:42 pm


He could still get a running start at the season with three quarters of it remaining to be played. At 6-foot-2, 260 pounds, Burgess is not a stout defensive end, smaller than many linebackers. He is not going to get past 330-pound tackles without the burst which has put him in the Pro Bowl two years running.

If Burgess spends the season nursing a nagging injury which robs him of his speed, it's bad business all around.
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I'd monitor this situation very closely. An injury plagued season is going to really hinder his chances of working out a big extension IMO. I'd be more apt to throw that kind of loot at someone like Jared Allen who's a better all around DE and younger.
 
Madturk said:
I'd monitor this situation very closely. An injury plagued season is going to really hinder his chances of working out a big extension IMO. I'd be more apt to throw that kind of loot at someone like Jared Allen who's a better all around DE and younger.
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His extra curricular activities don't scare you? I'd pause before going so heavy after him.
 
Cleveland is not a very good team, but actually we've lost to good, average and bad teams as well, so I wouldn't consider it a factor. Which are the factors we must take care of?

Of course, first and foremost, Flush McClown. If he manages to do something more or less decent we have a chance. Kiffin won't call many pass plays I think. One of the things th coach has shown, is his preocupation to take care of the ball, obviously it has failed with 6 turnovers in two games. But the boy is stubborn and will stick to his style. Just expect a more creative approach to the passing game.

I don't see a good communication between Porter and McClown. They're barely in sync on the field. Kiffin has to address it.

Zach Miller role has to be increased. McClown rarely looks at him in difficult situations. We need to see exactly the opposite. A clutch TE is a key to move the chains. We probably have one in Miller.

Fargas out of the equation. THis guy plays with heart, but he better be working for the Salvation Army.

More protection for the QB. Yeah the line has improved, but only a little in pass protection. The Raiders pocket is sooo fragile.

The perennial lack of pass rush. Except for some brief moments, we've had not applied a decent pass rush since the Townsend-Long era. Even if Burgess has got so many sacks. Pressure is a collective effort. Jon Kidney and Gay Suckler had plenty of time to throw the phreakin ball last two weeks. Fix it, Ryan.

Schweigert. is the defence liability. Lovely boy, mediocre tackler, little slow and not very smart. Scrap heap material.

Jano. Though he has been asked to do long field goals, he is not as reliable as was a couple of years ago. better get him his GBH. I don't see any any possible change.

Sam Williams: please step up Sam, You're more experienced than Morrison and Howard. The Raiders have invested a lot in you and have been very patient. We need more from you.
 
WoooHooo! I get to see these guys with my own two eyes this week! I'm too excitied about getting into it. No really.

I'm warming up the DVD recorder. I've got one week to catch up on three weeks of football. I'm already breaking down college games just to get ready. I'm expecting to feel it Monday morning with pain in my eyes. I'll have to do some visual cardio to break down the lactic acid I'm going to build up.

Abelardo: I'll say this about Stu. He's got the physical speed, so every step he's slow on the football field is due to his slow football mental faculties. There's no other explanation, unless you want to call him chicken (afraid of contact).
 
Rupert said:
WoooHooo! I get to see these guys with my own two eyes this week! I'm too excitied about getting into it. No really.

I'm warming up the DVD recorder. I've got one week to catch up on three weeks of football. I'm already breaking down college games just to get ready. I'm expecting to feel it Monday morning with pain in my eyes. I'll have to do some visual cardio to break down the lactic acid I'm going to build up.

Abelardo: I'll say this about Stu. He's got the physical speed, so every step he's slow on the football field is due to his slow football mental faculties. There's no other explanation, unless you want to call him chicken (afraid of contact).
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I'd vote for CHICKEN!! Stu has the physical tool to be an impact safety in this league, but he is just tooooooooooo afraid of contact!! If I was the Son of Buddy, i'd sit him for a game just to make a point.
 
R4Life said:
Check out this video of Jerry Mac and Carl Steward talking about week 3. Mac expects DC in by halftime if JM struggles.
I guess they've been doing this every week and you'll find past episodes here. Good info, but talk about High tech and low production value. This should be on Youtube.
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I saw that vid this AM. LOL
I thought it was funny, being all low tech and having that hilarious PIC of the guy with the man boobs hanging out holding up the sign as their prop. lol:D
 
Rupert said:
Abelardo: I'll say this about Stu. He's got the physical speed, so every step he's slow on the football field is due to his slow football mental faculties. There's no other explanation, unless you want to call him chicken (afraid of contact).
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I don't think I've ever felt as embarrassed for a player as I did for Stu when Travis Henry pushed him 15 yards down he field like he was a rag doll.
 
Kiffin and JaMarcus Russell interviews from Friday here

Added:

After KK skip to 5:30 to hear Russell.

On Russell: He's a big Kid. Reminds me a bit of Baby Huey, but he's funny. I know some folks (S&B) will kill him for his "I'm Beautiful" comment, but I really think he's being funny. Just kinda funny in an immature kinda way.
 
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