Coaching regimes change demand a changing of the guard. Jon Gruden has reentered the NFL coaching ranks in a highly favorable situation. Under contract is a franchise quarterback, an explosive misused wide receiver, arguably the best edge defender in the game, one of the best offensive lines in football and, after all of that, we …
The Oakland Raiders ended the 2017 season on a four-game losing streak. Granted, the last two games didn’t mean anything as far as the playoff race. But, with all of the chaos that is free agency, were some players looking to win to keep their jobs? Oakland had already changed defensive coordinators, and the rumor …
This 2017 season for the Oakland Raiders has been full of concerning headlines. Quietly beneath the finger-pointing people are ignoring the performance of Derek Carr without relation to the other puzzling issues within the offense. Is it time to hit the panic button? Maybe not, but it’s time take an individual look at Carr’s career-alignment. …
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Nothing too fancy about the Raiders’ victory on Sunday, the team simply overpowered the Giants. Kelechi Osemele is a big nasty mauler amongst offensive lineman who has come across the moniker of “K.O.” and he comes by it honestly. We have seen his famous throw ’em out the club routine where he pancakes his defender …
One game at a time. This is Oakland’s motto through the remaining five games of the season. A team that has walked on thin ice for most of the season in terms of making it to the playoffs took a big step forward on Sunday. Not only did the Raiders’ win over the Denver Broncos …
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Michael Crabtree’s actions during Sunday’s game against Aqib Talib brought into question whether viewers were watching a football match or a fight on the undercard of a UFC event. Now Amari Cooper is likely missing time with a rolled ankle, Crabtree’s one game suspension could not have been worse. Admittedly, Crabtree and the Raiders are …
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Oakland Raiders have a “Puncher’s” Chance versus Patriots this Sunday. The Oakland Raiders travel to Mexico City this Sunday to host the New England Patriots. The Patriots bring a 7-2 record and the number one offense led by quarterback Tom Brady. Meanwhile, the Raiders bring a resurgent offense that has averaged just over 400 yards …
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This week, Andria’s Analysis will take a look back at the Raiders versus the Dolphins, and delve into the upcoming game against the New England Patriots in Mexico City. The Oakland Raiders had a bye this week after a close win over the Miami Dolphins. Many had concerns after the Dolphins game, wondering if this …
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There was an AC/DC reunion last Thursday night (even the drops made an appearance), as Amari Cooper was targeted early and often (19), amassing 11 receptions, 210 yards, a touchdown and AFC Offensive Player Of The Week honors. The Raiders coaching staff deserves credit for moving Cooper around the field, including in the slot as the target …
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There are several stand-outs on this year’s Oakland Raiders roster, but when firing on all cylinders, the “Cripplers” have proven this year that, between the five of them, they can win the game. The five C’s: Carr, Coop, Crab, Cook, Cord. This is a collection of men who can bring the game to the field, …
