Silver and Black Report

Some of the most notable performances from the Oakland Raiders first pre-season contest came from their fleet of talented rushers. Here is a look at the ball carriers that helped maul the San Francisco 49ers during their 18-6 victory at the McAfee Coliseum:

Johnnie Lee Higgins knew coming into the pre-season that he will have a shot to redeem himself from a shaky first season returning punts.
With the loss of Chris Carr, the Oakland Raiders (1-0) pegged the slim receiver as the main punt returner in 2008 and in his first game action; Higgins delivered the first score [...]

Napa, CA - Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush spends a few minutes with DeMarcus Davis of SBReport.net.
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The defense showed some teeth against the run early on during team drills. The offense would however reel off some nice long runs against them eventually.
Tackle Mario Henderson looked much better today.
Cornerback Michael Waddell continued to have more difficulty, as he got burned on individual WR/CB drills.
Derrick [...]

At the end of the week, the Oakland Raiders will face their first live opponent in game action when they host the San Francisco 49ers.
But on Monday, they’ll have an opportunity to get most of their training camp angst and camp hostility out in drills versus their bay area rivals.
Structured practices are on schedule; with [...]

Alameda, CA - Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush spends a few minutes with DeMarcus Davis of SBReport.net
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By DeMarcus Davis, S&B Report Staff Writer

Rookie Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden

Alameda, Calif. - As the weekend rookie mini-camp comes to a close, there has been a few surprises. The first surprise came when I caught a glimpse of McFadden’s legs again. How could a running back that has such blazing and [...]

Michael Bush addresses the media - 2008 Oakland Raiders OTA’s
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Michael Bush addresses the media

By Victor Cotto, S&B Report Staff Columnist
There is a young rusher in Oakland that will impact the Raider offense in 2008 and his name is not Darren McFadden.
Last year’s 4th round draft selection, Michael Bush, is healthy, in shape and looking sharp as the Silver & Black began their weekend rookie mini-camp on Friday.
There are [...]