Angry Pope
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Raiders Team Report
September 10, 2006
Steve Corkran
The team's decision to start WR Alvis Whitted indicates that WR Jerry Porter's me-first ways won't be tolerated. It also means that coach Art Shell is serious about throwing deep more often because Whitted is the fastest Oakland receiver, and stretching the field is his strength.
SLEEPER: Backup DT Terdell Sands is a massive player who can occupy two blockers at once. Sands is different from DT Warren Sapp in that he relies more on his raw strength and size to do his job. He figures to get significant playing time as part of Oakland's line rotation this season.
YOUTH MOVEMENT: Rookie John Madsen has made a seamless transition from wide receiver to tight end. Now, he is looked upon as a future key contributor based on his ability to get open downfield, solid route running and exceptional hands. Madsen doesn't have any glaring weakness.
September 10, 2006
Steve Corkran
The team's decision to start WR Alvis Whitted indicates that WR Jerry Porter's me-first ways won't be tolerated. It also means that coach Art Shell is serious about throwing deep more often because Whitted is the fastest Oakland receiver, and stretching the field is his strength.
SLEEPER: Backup DT Terdell Sands is a massive player who can occupy two blockers at once. Sands is different from DT Warren Sapp in that he relies more on his raw strength and size to do his job. He figures to get significant playing time as part of Oakland's line rotation this season.
YOUTH MOVEMENT: Rookie John Madsen has made a seamless transition from wide receiver to tight end. Now, he is looked upon as a future key contributor based on his ability to get open downfield, solid route running and exceptional hands. Madsen doesn't have any glaring weakness.