
Johnnie Lee Higgins is impressing during Oakland’s mini-camp
By Victor Cotto, S&B Report Staff Columnist
“C’mon Johnnie Lee…”
“That’s how you do it Higgins…”
Just some of the words of encouragement directed to the 99th overall selection in the 2007 draft during the Oakland Raiders first two days of mini-camp.
Johnnie Lee Higgins has been a pleasant surprise so far, and the Raiders could benefit greatly if he is able to turn those positives in practice into contributing plays on Sundays.
Read more…

Alameda, CA - In February, the Oakland Raiders claimed wide receiver Todd Watkins off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons. Since the start of mini-camp, the athletically gifted pass catcher has been one of the most impressive players on the field on his passage to make the club.
The Raiders have always been fascinated with his physical tools. Now they have the opportunity to see if his skill set is good enough to round out a receiving unit that is in need of help at the back end after Javon Walker, Drew Carter and Ronald Curry.
The Silver and Black Report was able to capture some audio of Watkins after practice. Click on the link below to listen to Watkins and his story:
Todd Watkins Interview

Alameda, CA – Oakland Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin addressed the media today and the Silver and Black Report was there to get the scoop on JaMarcus Russell, Johnnie Lee Higgins, Derrick Burgess and what’s going on along the defensive line and offensive line.
Lane Kiffin Press Conference

Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden and SBReport.net reporter DeMarcus Davis talk football during mini-camp
Alameda, CA – First round draft pick Darren McFadden was able to spend some time with the Silver and Black Report after a session during Oakland’s mini-camp. Click the link below to listen to what the speedy rusher has to say about his new home:
Darren McFadden Interview

Oakland Raiders rookie DB, Tyvon Branch
The first day of this 3-day June minicamp brought some surprises and not-so surprising moments in its opening moments. The first being the absence of cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha. According to Lane Kiffin, Nnamdi elected to stay out of today’s workouts because of him not being “under contract”. However, Coach Kiffin expressed that he hopes to see Nnamdi sometime this week. Read more…

Alameda, CA – Oakland Raiders running back Justing Fargas addressed the media Tuesday afternoon. Click on the link below to listen:
Justin Fargas Press Conference

Alameda, CA - Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush spends a few minutes with DeMarcus Davis of SBReport.net
Click here to listen

Alameda, Calif. – Oakland Raiders Head Coach Lane Kiffin addressed the media this afternoon after practice. Click on the link below to listen:
Lane Kiffin addresses the media

Alameda, Calif. – Oakland Raiders safety Michael Huff addressed the media this afternoon after practice. Click on the link below to listen:
Michael Huff addresses the media

Alameda, Calif. – Oakland Raiders safety Gibril Wilson addressed the media this afternoon after practice. Click on the link below to listen:
Gibril Wilson addresses the media