Raider players CB Shawntae Spencer, TE David Ausberry, LB Travis Goethel, and SS Tyvon Branch took time out to answer media questions following the conclusion of the day’s organized team activities: CB Shawnate Spencer TE David Ausberry LB Travis Goethel SS Tyvon...
Raiders: Dennis Allen and Reggie McKenzie chatter
Both Reggie McKenzie and Dennis Allen addressed the media after the Oakland Raiders wrapped up the NFL draft. Here are some highlights of the presser: McKenzie on his first draft as GM: Well, it went better. We had more picks [Saturday]. We set out to try to upgrade the team and by the end of the day we felt like we did that. Remains to be seen just how good...
Notable 95th overall draft selections & Raiders success in fourth round
Barring any trades, the Oakland Raiders first draft pick will occur on Friday night when they select 95th overall, the 32nd pick of the third round. While their first pick is late into the draft, history has shown the potential to find major contributors with the 95th overall draft selection. The New Orleans Saints drafted tight end Jimmy Graham with the 95th...
Raiders’ McKenzie doing a great job with inherited constraints
Reggie McKenzie knew exactly what he was inheriting when he took the position of general manger for the Oakland Raiders. Yes, a roster full of talent and a youthful foundation in many spots, but a team who was facing tough decisions and no cap space heading into the off-season. Oakland was $20 million over the cap and had no wiggle room with many key players...
Oakland Raiders Friday wrap-up
The Oakland Raiders confirmed the re-signing of Khalif Barnes. He played at right tackle all of 2011, but was the weak-link on an offensive line the featured a very youthful left side and steady play at center from the often injured Samson Satele. Barnes was known for piling up flags, as Oakland’s most penalized lineman. This off-season, guard Cooper Carlisle...