THE OFFICIAL OAKLAND RAIDERS 2009 OFFSEASON THREAD
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First off I want to say that's good lookin' out on Javon Walker's part. It shows that he's committed to the team by taking the pay cut that he did. I guess he's not as selfish as other people said he was. His salary was way too high and he knew it. Goes to show what kind of team player he really is. Now if he can stay healthy we're going to see the real Javon Walker (now that Kiff is gone). So you can hate all you want mooreblock, we'll see what happens if Javon stays healthy.
In regards to the draft, I am not sure if we really need Crabtree now that Javon restructured his contract. We have Walker, Shilenz (sp), Higgins, Carter (not sure if he'll be back).
I say we address defense and go with a Ray Lewis or Ed Reed/Brian Dawkins type player. We need a defender that will knock a mf out and take us back to the way the Raiders used to play back in the day. We need a real "hitter" on defense.
In regards to the draft, I am not sure if we really need Crabtree now that Javon restructured his contract. We have Walker, Shilenz (sp), Higgins, Carter (not sure if he'll be back).
I say we address defense and go with a Ray Lewis or Ed Reed/Brian Dawkins type player. We need a defender that will knock a mf out and take us back to the way the Raiders used to play back in the day. We need a real "hitter" on defense.
Javon Walker took a pay cut because he had to....when you get released by the raiders its almost a death wish in the nfl...
who other then the raiders would want a iffy WR coming off a HUGE injury with recurring issues on and off the field....? 'Specially if theres plenty of WRs on the market including two first ballet HOFs..
who other then the raiders would want a iffy WR coming off a HUGE injury with recurring issues on and off the field....? 'Specially if theres plenty of WRs on the market including two first ballet HOFs..
lol
as a titans fan im just trying to be optimistic.....but him coming into this team as his last chance and in a better situation then the lions and raiders....i feel he may be able to make a marginal impact.....i sure hope so...
he looks like he is in way better shape then he was last year on the raiders.....wayyyyyyyy
he looks like he is in way better shape then he was last year on the raiders.....wayyyyyyyy
By Brad Wilbricht | Tuesday, March 10, 2009 | ( 1 )
The Oakland Raiders have been hard at work, releasing underperforming players and restructuring overvalued contracts awarded in the past. Quarterback JaMarcus Russell is expected to be the next to rework his original contract. The move would give the Raiders even more flexibility and adjust Russell’s contract to reflect his true value to the organization.
Oakland has made plenty of headlines -- mostly positive ones -- this offseason. Russell, the first overall selection of the 2007 draft, originally signed a six-year, $61 million contract. While he’s guaranteed roughly $32 million, his restructured deal will attempt to put him in line with other signal-callers around the NFL.
Russell joins a growing list of players who have agreed to restructure their contracts in Oakland. Wideout Javon Walker, running back Justin Fargas and offensive lineman Robert Gallery have all reworked their deals.
The jury is still out on Russell and the 2009 season will play a large role in determining how he’s progressed since arriving in the Bay Area. Being the top pick in the draft ensures added pressure, but the Raiders’ lack of relevance has taken the focus off Russell and instead put it on the floundering franchise as a whole.
Russell’s new contract will allow Oakland to redistribute funds in order to improve the overall talent of its roster. Recent rumors have linked soon-to-be ex-Jacksonville offensive lineman Khalif Barnes as a possible addition to the team. His arrival in Oakland would certainly be welcomed by Russell, given that Barnes can play both tackle positions along the offensive line.
In two seasons, Russell has compiled a QB rating of 73.9 in 19 games. After a forgettable rookie campaign, Russell emerged as a viable option under center as 2008 progressed, throwing for over 2,400 yards and 13 touchdowns compared to only eight interceptions. Furthermore, Russell connected on six scoring strikes and completed 63 percent of his passes during the Raiders’ final three outings.
In addition to what’s already been reported, the Raiders have other free agent targets on the radar. Look for acquiring a backup quarterback and a wide receiver to remain significant priorities. Oakland will likely address one or both of those areas in the draft, but it now has the option of filling the voids in free agency.
The Oakland Raiders have been hard at work, releasing underperforming players and restructuring overvalued contracts awarded in the past. Quarterback JaMarcus Russell is expected to be the next to rework his original contract. The move would give the Raiders even more flexibility and adjust Russell’s contract to reflect his true value to the organization.
Oakland has made plenty of headlines -- mostly positive ones -- this offseason. Russell, the first overall selection of the 2007 draft, originally signed a six-year, $61 million contract. While he’s guaranteed roughly $32 million, his restructured deal will attempt to put him in line with other signal-callers around the NFL.
Russell joins a growing list of players who have agreed to restructure their contracts in Oakland. Wideout Javon Walker, running back Justin Fargas and offensive lineman Robert Gallery have all reworked their deals.
The jury is still out on Russell and the 2009 season will play a large role in determining how he’s progressed since arriving in the Bay Area. Being the top pick in the draft ensures added pressure, but the Raiders’ lack of relevance has taken the focus off Russell and instead put it on the floundering franchise as a whole.
Russell’s new contract will allow Oakland to redistribute funds in order to improve the overall talent of its roster. Recent rumors have linked soon-to-be ex-Jacksonville offensive lineman Khalif Barnes as a possible addition to the team. His arrival in Oakland would certainly be welcomed by Russell, given that Barnes can play both tackle positions along the offensive line.
In two seasons, Russell has compiled a QB rating of 73.9 in 19 games. After a forgettable rookie campaign, Russell emerged as a viable option under center as 2008 progressed, throwing for over 2,400 yards and 13 touchdowns compared to only eight interceptions. Furthermore, Russell connected on six scoring strikes and completed 63 percent of his passes during the Raiders’ final three outings.
In addition to what’s already been reported, the Raiders have other free agent targets on the radar. Look for acquiring a backup quarterback and a wide receiver to remain significant priorities. Oakland will likely address one or both of those areas in the draft, but it now has the option of filling the voids in free agency.
It looks like Russell is coming along.... "Furthermore, Russell connected on six scoring strikes and completed 63 percent of his passes during the Raiders’ final three outings."
Now where's Fatal at... the genious who said we should have passed on JaMarcus Russell and signed David Carr instead so we could have drafted Calvin Johnson.
LOL!!!!!!
Now where's Fatal at... the genious who said we should have passed on JaMarcus Russell and signed David Carr instead so we could have drafted Calvin Johnson.
LOL!!!!!!
I think he's coming along pretty good considering the turmoil he went through (holding out and missing all of his first training camp/pre-season, didn't play much in his rookie season, the Kiff vs Al Davis funk). He seems to be pretty strong mentally. He only threw 8 picks last season (with Kwame Harris protecting his blind side)... not bad at all. As long as he doesn't take a step backwards we'll be fine.
my opinion about j. russell is:he got the strongest arm in the nfl and he throws bulletts but he aint got nobody 2 throw 2 except for his tight end ,now that aint good when your best reciever is your tight end but this upcoming season might be his break out year,if he plays like he did in the last 2 games of the season last year
EDIT:he only has 2 weaponz ,darren mcfadden & zach miller but he got no recievers 2 throw 2
EDIT:he only has 2 weaponz ,darren mcfadden & zach miller but he got no recievers 2 throw 2