In 1999, missed field goals were key in seven of the Oakland Raiders eight losses. What was Al Davis’ response? He selected Sebastian Janikowski with the 17th overall pick in the 2000 draft. Janikowski’s powerful leg had gained notoriety while at Florida State. The Polish place kicker amazed scouts at the combine, and at that point, then Raiders coach Jon...
NFL Lockout: Xs and Os
Now that we have a NFL lockout, here are some of the effects of the labor dispute: There are 495 players who are lined up to be unrestricted free agents. They are currently in limbo and without a job. During the lockout, no team or player can negotiate terms of a deal and any dealings between a club and player are prohibited. No players can be signed or...
NFL Lockout: What does it mean for the Oakland Raiders?
Well it’s official: we have a lockout. The NFL and players broke off labor negotiations before the collective bargaining agreement expired and now, the most popular league in the country will have its first work stoppage since 1987. I wouldn’t say the 2011 season is in jeopardy just yet, but with the union decertified and heading to court, the owners locking...
Raiders: Draft prospects & Barber has little chance to land in Bay Area
Here are some tidbits regarding a few players the Oakland Raiders may be targeting or have spoken to in recent weeks for the NFL Draft: California running back Shane Vereen had direct contact with Raiders running backs coach Kelly Skipper at the combine. Its no surprise Skipper had a conversation with the 5’10 speedster, who also ran track as a Golden Bear....
Raiders in attendance during Miami pro-day, talked to prospect Carter
The University of Miami will have their Pro Day today and the Oakland Raiders will have Zack Crockett and Mickey Marvin present to scout the prospects. The Canes that attended the NFL Combine – Allen Bailey, Colin McCarthy, Matt Bosher, Graig Cooper, DeMarcus Van Dyke, Brandon Harris, Damien Berry, Orlando Franklin and Leonard Hankerson – are...