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JaMarcus Russell participated during all workouts today. The coaches limited him to short passes as a precaution. Otherwise, he looked like he was in no discomfort. Russell did throw one ball 50 yards. Russell humbly admitted that he only used [...]

Starting quarterback JaMarcus Russell was seen on the field throwing soft tosses in individual drills, but whenever he pronated his wrist, he felt some pain in his elbow according to Lane Kiffin. Kiffin also stated that Russell wanted to continue, [...]

Training camp notes (7/29/08)

Wide receiver Drew Carter fought off hits from the defense and still managed to fight in the endzone for a touchdown after hauling in a toss near the goal line.
Offensive tackle Kwame Harris worked out with the team and looked much better. He [...]

Training Camp Notes (7/28/08)

Todd Watkins once again made another amazing leaping catch. This time, it  was between two defenders who were attempting to defend the play. It was a clean grab that left the defensive backs pondering as to how [...]

TODD WATKINS

WIDE RECEIVER
NO: 19
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 190
Birth date: 06/22/1983
Hometown: San Diego, CA
College: Brigham Young University (BYU)
Acquired: Claimed off waivers February 13, 2008

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Training Camp Notes (7/27/08)

The offensive tackles have improved slightly since yesterday. However, there were till a couple of false starts. Paul McQuistan and Mario Henderson were penalized with laps for their mistakes.
Wide receiver Jonathan Holland executed a beautiful diving catch [...]

Training Camp Notes (7/26/08)

Darren McFadden ripped off yet another run for what would have been a touchdown when he was allowed to bounce out to the edge. Speed kills!
Running back Michael Bush fumbled after being stripped when he was trying [...]

On Friday, the inevitable occurred, as the Oakland Raiders finally released running back LaMont Jordan.
The 29-year-old rusher signed a five-year deal worth $27.5 million in 2005 after backing up Curtis Martin in New York the first four seasons of his career.
He appeared to be the perfect fit for Norv Turner’s run friendly offense, [...]

Issue #2 of the Silver & Black Report’s online Magazine is here!

In this issue, DeMarcus Davis’ camp observations give insight to what the Oakland Raiders are doing during the hot summer days. Victor Cotto gives a unit-by-unit analysis with projected starters, and reports on the relationship of linebackers Kirk Morrison and Thomas Howard in the [...]

NAPA, Calif. — On the second day of training camp for the Oakland Raiders, much more action was seen as many of the key players on this years roster got in on some action and looked to be in solid form in their preparations for the upcoming pre-season games.  

Greg Spires [...]