MIAMI, FL – The Miami Dolphins were driving deep into Oakland Raiders territory, as Chad Pennington connected with Ted Ginn on receptions of 9 and 23 yards on their first drive of the second quarter. Ronnie Brown had a run of 21 yards and it appeared that the Dolphins were ready to hit paydirt once again. But Chris Johnson stripped Brown on a run out of the...
Raiders at the midpoint; what’s wrong?
After doling out huge contracts in the off-season, a 2-6 record at the midpoint isn’t exactly what the Oakland Raiders expected. A 41-14 blow-out at home in the opener, the Lane Kiffin firing and the recent news regarding veterans that may be on the way out has highlighted a first half that has Raider fans losing faith whether or not this organization will...
Countdown to Paydirt: Atlanta Falcons vs. Oakland Raiders
This weekend, JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders (2-5) face another team having a surprising season – led by a young quarterback – as Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons (4-3) fly into McAfee Coliseum for their 12th all time meeting. Last time both teams met on December 12, 2004, the Silver & Black were defeated 35-10, with their lone scores coming...
Raiders place McQuistan on IR; Practice update
Offensive lineman Paul McQuistan’s season ended on Wednesday when the Oakland Raiders placed him on injured reserve. McQuistan injured his knee during the opener after replacing starter Kwame Harris, who also injured his knee. Harris did not practice today with the team as they prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Replacing McQuistan on the...
S&B Report: Five Questions & Answers
Kwame Harris will try to revitalize his career across the Bay By Victor Cotto, S&B Report Staff Columnist This week, the Silver & Black report answers five questions that many within the Raider Nation may be pondering. The situation at left tackle, the crowded backfield and linebacker inquiries will be some items that will be addressed in this edition...