Talkin' With Tyvon - #8 - Silver And Black Pride

Talkin' With Tyvon - #8

by TheRaiderWay on Oct 21, 2009 10:33 AM PDT Comment 13 comments

Greetings Silver and Black Pride community! I am pleased to bring to all of you the 8th installment in the series, Talkin' With Tyvon, from Raiders starting strong safety Tyvon Branch.

Following the big upset win this past Sunday over the Philadelphia Eagles, Tyvon, clearly encouraged by the way his team performed along with the intensity that accompanied it, has returned to our Community to answer your questions.

The Community is invited to pose some questions for Tyvon in the comments section and he will do his best to get as many of them answered as quickly as possible:

Hello Raider Fans! It was a great win for us this past week. The Eagles had a lot of weapons, and I think we did a great job of slowing down their attack. I think our confidence is growing, and we look forward to playing the Jets this weekend. We are watching a lot of film and our confident in our ability. I think our intensity was where it needed to be, and we look forward to bringing it out again this week.

TB

SABP: Congratulations Tyvon on a great win against the Eagles. It seems the team played an inspired and passionate game against the Eagles, the complete opposite from the previous week against the Giants, where afterward, LB Antonio Pierce said playing the Raiders was like "playing a scrimmage". Did the Pierce comments play any part in firing-up and motivating the team to really bring it Sunday?

TB: Things like that are a motivator to a point. We are all proffessionals, but if that is how he felt after the game, then we need to step it up. No one likes to be talked down upon, and that gave us some spark to get after it last weekend. Now we have to carry it over.

SABP: Everyone was surprised, especially the Eagles, about the defense which the Raiders threw at them Sunday. There were frequent blitzes, mixing in the Cover 2 and zone blitzes. First of all, was that defense fun for you? Secondly, will we be seeing more of that kind of defense from the Raiders throughout the season?

TB: That defense was fun. As a defender it is always good to be able to switch it up and run around a little more. I think it keeps the intensity up. We are definitely keeping our options open, and will tailor our defense to the team we are playing each week.

SABP: When the Raiders took the lead in the game, did the defense recall the many previous games where the team let up a bit and became less aggressive but now this time played a full 60 minutes of aggressive football?

TB: You know that is interesting because one thing we talk about out there is just keeping up the intensity and not letting the past repeat itself.

SABP: I noticed that you were not exclusively covering Celek the TE on Sunday and actually rolled over and covered the Eagles wide receivers on a few occasions. Was that a result of what the Eagles were running or the new defensive scheme employed by John Marshall?

TB: It was a mix of both. We saw some things on film and changed things up. Also, what we had been doing has not been super successful, so it is important to always give different looks.

SABP: The reeling Jets are coming to town with their rookie quarterback. Does the team now feel they can build off of the Eagles game and play the same level on a consistent basis for the rest of the season?

TB: Building off a win is something we always look to do. Each week we just try to get one game better. Consistency has been a bit of a problem, and we look to keep that going.

Thanks Tyvon and looking forward to another win Sunday against the Jets.

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great work

as always a major factor, congrats
now that were actually doing something on defense, do you think your going to be doing that more often? if it aint broke dont fix it n now that we fixed it, would we go back?
also, i heard McNabb had a little chat with JR. do you see any visible evidence that it helped his game? maybe more relaxed, taking things differently?
oh and PLEASE from everyone in the nation give a HUGE pat on the back to zach miller next time you see him and one as well for louie murphy. thanks

by S.D. Raider on Oct 21, 2009 11:27 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

I'll bet it's really nice to be able to talk to us about what went right rather than what went wrong!

I know it’s certainly nice to read about it.

I’m very optimistic about Sunday. I think Nnamdi, CJ and you match up very well with Edwards, Cotchery and Dustin Keller. If Seymour and the rest of the line brings the pain like they did Sunday and the offense meshes gears a little more, I think the odds are good you’ll be back here in a week talking about more good news.

Speaking of Seymour, I see that on a radio show today he guaranteed a playoff berth! I imagine that’s motivation for y’all……couldn’t imagine wanting to let a dude that big down! You guys have the talent to do it, that’s for sure.

By the way…….any plans to sign the pigeon? He had great outside contain on Sunday! I think he could be a valuable contributor.

"'Tis a bird I love, with its brooding note, And the trembling throb in its mottled throat; There's a human look in its swelling breast, And the gentle curve of its lowly crest; And I often stop with the fear I feel-- He runs so close to the rapid wheel." Nathaniel Parker Willis, "The Belfrey Pigeon"

by Raybin on Oct 21, 2009 12:25 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

i agree

that bird kept his gap very nicely
it played contain really well
the kick returner wasnt even thinkin bout bouncin out to that side hahahahaha

by S.D. Raider on Oct 21, 2009 5:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs

Great Win. I was jumping up and down and screaming. LoL

The defense played great, the offensive line was pretty solid, and Jamarcus is showing much improvement. Congrats.!
When Nnamdi came out i was real nervous about Routt taking over but he played awsome and i believe that was an interception and TD.

Oh and can you do me a favor. Can you tell Louis Murphy how grateful we are for his amazing effort. Those blocks made that touchdown possible and its plays like that that really make me feel this team has a chance. Just if you can tell him, and i think i speak for all Raider fans, that to keep up the great work and gained a lot of respect from me and many if not all fans out there. =)

1) were playing the Jets this week against a rookie quarterback and with same pressure we put on the Eagles i believe we can really dominate on defense and intercept some passes, will there be a considerable amount of blitz attacks to force rushed throws and try and pick one off.?

2) Last week there passing offense was struggling big time but there rushing attack definately wasnt. How do you guys plan to stop there powerful run game.?

3) I noticed the last time Seymour had incredible amounts of pressure and 2 sacks was in week 1 against the Chargers where the defense played amazing. Is Seymour kind of like the voice to pump up the defense and really make them play a great game.?

4) Coach Cable has said repeatedly in his interviews that this team has the potential to be great and saying that you guys are real close to getting to that level of greatness, how close do you think the team is as a whole to being playoff contenders or a top ranked team, honestly?

Goodluck against the Jets. there on a 3 game losing streak and probably hungry for a win so becareful. But lets try and send them home on a 4 game losing streak… GO RAIDERS.! JUST WIN BABY.!

by ButtMunch on Oct 21, 2009 1:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Awesome Game!!!

You don’t understand the abuse I take out here on the east coast. The Eagles and Giants fans always stop by my appropriately decorated silver and black cube to talk some trash. It has been more quiet without the Eagles fans this week, and the Giants fans have mostly been thankful for taking down their division rival.

I’m looking forward to tell the Jets fans stfu!!

Go Raiders!!!

by markdog333 on Oct 21, 2009 1:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Great Game Tyvon!!!

I was riding on the backs of strangers leaving the Coliseum, and, NOBODY Cared!!! The entire fanbase was energized!

By thye way, you still lead all DBs in tackles!

My questions is:

Jerry Mac reported that you received a game ball for Sunday. Can you tell us a bit about the experience? What did Cable say, and how did everyone react?

Cheers T, and go dust up them Jets on Sunday!!!

It is all about coming together as a team. At the end of the day, the team is all we have. - T. Branch 10-14-09

by Raymond St. Martin (Saint) on Oct 21, 2009 3:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Hey Tyvon

You guys were great on Sunday!
It was awesome for me to go to work Monday morning smiling, knowing that nobody could knock me down for cheering for Y’all!
I don’t have a question this week, it’s more of a request.
I know Richard Seymour came out and said ya’ll were going to the playoffs, you guys are on a high from a huge win, and national media is calling you guys winners of the Jets game already.
I just want to request that, coming from the biggest fans in the world of the team, that you make sure your teammates are grounded this Sunday.
I don’t want to see you guys come out over confident and blow it. Just please make sure that everyone is in check this week, nobody should be over-hyped, over-confident, etc.

Thanks Bro, we love you guys! We want to see more of this team!
Make sure your teammates are focused!
And if you get a chance, check out this article my firend wrote, it’s really a great read, and not long at all:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275658-oakland-raiders-buckle-up-your-chinstraps-something-is-going-on.
Thanks Tyvon, see ya next week. This is so awesome, talking to a real live Raider, lol!

by B.A.Armstrong on Oct 21, 2009 4:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Good game, Tyvon

How does a team keep from being over confident coming off a huge victory like the one against Philadelphia and underestimate the reeling Jets and their rookie QB? Good job rebounding from the loss against the Giants and putting it behind you like a QB should after throwing an INT.

Thank you so much for coming on here and interacting with the fans. That’s pretty awesome. I wish more players whether it be baseball, basketball, etc. would take the time you do to answer and comment on the fans posts on these boards.

by Walker Wallace on Oct 21, 2009 5:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

ok please also

do us another favor
i heard talk of richard seymour on a raido show saying that were making the playoffs this year. forward this to him for me
i LOVE the enthusiasm, but please dont make guarantees. its not good especially when were not even anywhere near being in the race. guarantee that were making it next year. that seems more feasible. i have us going 8-8 IF we win the next two games. but please. its a bad representation of him as a player and us as a team….
if he didnt say that, then im sorry for giving credibility to the guy who wrote it, but if he did say it, please send him my regards but ask him to be wary….

by S.D. Raider on Oct 21, 2009 5:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

ESPN's Bill Williamson said

this about the Richard Seymour comment:

This is what Seymour’s words are. They’re empty. I mean, good for him to believe in his team. But if he’s wrong, there are no consequences. If Seymour were to say, "If we don’t make the playoffs, I’ll send portions of my salary to members of the six teams who do make the AFC playoffs" then it would mean something.

by B.A.Armstrong on Oct 21, 2009 5:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Can we expect to see more blitz packages from you guys?

2) How’s Chaz doing?

3) How awesome does it feel to beat a playoff caliber team in the Eagles?

4) You might be lined up to cover Dustin Keller. Since you lined up with pro bowl TE’s a lot this year, how do you think keller is performing only in his second year?(don’t have to answer if you don’t want to).

Thanks Tyvon, and good luck next week! It’d be a great honor for a Pats/Raiders fan if you crush the jets for us all!

by patriotguy on Oct 21, 2009 5:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, Tyvon! What do you say to Big Richard's comments on the playoffs

and I’m not hating on any confidence by any means. Bill Williamson just throws crap out on his AFC West blog, and I for one am all about that kind of stuff from a guy like Richard. Each week, another leader emerges on your defense. You have been among them, and I am deeply grateful for that! Buckle your Chinstrap!

I hope your answer to the blitz packages is one you can answer, but I’m confident that we can expect great play from you whatever we throw at the other team. Do you prefer covering the big men TE’s on the other side, or coming up to the line in run support or the qb?

Good luck this week against the Jets! The Nation is loving us some Louis Murphy right about now! Great kid! I love the heart and character demonstrated by this group of youngsters, and look forward to great things, on and off the field. Thank you for answering and for your time; we are lucky to have this.

by brhynno on Oct 22, 2009 12:36 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs

yea i dont feel abandoned

ty hasnt replied but i guess its a good thing
the more time he isnt here, the more hes probably studying tape or maybe training getting ready for the ny running game

by S.D. Raider on Oct 23, 2009 12:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs