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An “Extraterrestrial Descent” Empowers The Raiders

After being conditionally reinstated to the NFL for the 2017 season, â€œThe Alien” claimed he had found his way back to Earth. He resumed his starting position, reuniting with his accomplice Antonio Brown and pledging to maximize his “hellacious” potential. But, it seemed as though he was never given a chance. Bryant vented frustration from his decreased offensive role on social mediaÂ and skipped mandatory team meetings before requesting to be traded. His yearning was ignored by head coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers organization until fate revealed itself in the 2018 NFL draft.

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Raiders: Townsend tops on rookie Ray-Dar

5 Comments / Uncategorized / Ray Leonard Aspuria

Using a draft pick on a punter is blasphemy to many in Raider Nation. Even using a late-round compensatory pick, the notion of using a selection on a boot specialist makes some fans projectile vomit.

In fact, a big portion of the football following world looks down upon a punter. Face it, they get dismissed faster than the junk mail that arrives in your mailbox or the spam that lands in your email filter.

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Ramble 101: The Maverick

Raiders History / Angria Trask

There are very few franchises in the NFL that can claim as large a historical contribution as the Oakland Raiders. After so many ups and downs through the franchise’s history, it’s time to revisit what makes them so great and why the Raiders are such an integral part of the game as we know it

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NFL: Ranking The Raiders Draft Picks

Uncategorized / nickpopio21

The 2018 Oakland Raiders draft could go down as one of the most historic and polarizing events in the illustrious history of the Silver and Black. From offensive lineman Kolton Miller to wide receiver Marcell Ateman, let’s break down the entire haul of choices made by Reggie McKenzie and Jon Gruden. 1. Maurice Hurst, DT,

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Why The Raiders Should Draft Another Guard

1 Comment / Uncategorized / Josh Alvarez

With many other position groups needing aid on the Oakland Raiders roster, it may sound laughable that Oakland should beef up their offensive line, but there is cause for concern. After receiving a massive contract extension, right guard Gabe Jackson saw a decline in production in 2017 following a 2016 season where he didn’t allow

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Reggie McKenzie: As Tight Lipped As Ever

2 Comments / Uncategorized / Ray Leonard Aspuria

Oakland Raiders General Manager Reggie McKenzie would make for a fine high government official. Says very little and, when he does say something, it provides minuscule substance. Now, doesn’t that sound like a prototypical G-Man? Still, McKenzie dropped a hilarious jewel during the Raiders’ pre-draft press conference last Friday about head coach Jon Gruden. “Oh

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Quick Slants: Wild Draft Thoughts

Analysis / Ray Leonard Aspuria

All the prognostication, the predictions, the simulations and mock drafts regarding the Raiders will come to an end next week! Well, at least, on April 28, when Mr. Irrelevant — the last pick — is announced during the NFL draft. For three glorious days, the league’s ever-growing spectacle will put the most die-hard and hardcore

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Gruden’s Honesty is Refreshing

1 Comment / Uncategorized / Ray Leonard Aspuria

He’s got a full arsenal of tongue-in-cheek comments, but when Jon Gruden drops some dimes, the truth hits hard. That quality is quite refreshing from the new (is he really new? Let’s say, old. Better yet, throwback!) Oakland Raiders head coach.

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Pick ‘Em: Raiders Mock Draft 4.0

1 Comment / Uncategorized / Ray Leonard Aspuria

Listen to Jon Gruden closely and long enough and one can get a taste of what his Oakland Raiders roster will look like. Or at least, what the head coach wants it to look like. Last week’s NFL owners meetings in Orlando was no different. Gruden pinpointed an issue that plagued the team since it

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Quick Slants: Gruden “punting” King is no surprise

1 Comment / Analysis / Ray Leonard Aspuria

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden is the all-business, no-nonsense type. He’s the coach many in Raider Nation beckoned for, one who would swing the attention to winning and hold players accountable. And if there was a player who wasn’t with the program, adios, sayonara, bye Felicia. So you shouldn’t be the least bit surprised

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