Oakland Raider Quick Hits: He's Baaaack...Randy Hanson Is Back On Board
by Raymond St. Martin (Saint) on Dec 10, 2009 7:03 AM PST
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- That's right, Raider Nation, Randy Hanson has rejoined the team without Tom Cable's knowledge. Yes, the same Randy Hanson that claimed to be punched in the face by The Big Teddy Bear is back in the Alameda Complex.
Hanson will be working in personnel and is sure to cross paths with Tom Cable. Which, by the way, I would love to see. I wonder if Tom will pull off the old flinch move when he sees him. You know the one where you stick your hand out toward someone who is walking past you and then run your fingers through your hair. If they flinch, why wouldn't Hanson, then you get to give them two shots in the arm for flinching.
On a more serious nate. Why? I know that Al loves this guy, but, why after the biggest win in 7 seasons would you bring in a distraction? We all know that Al hates wasting money, but I don't think that the team needs this right now. Maybe IF he is the film rat that we've heard about, he could have been eased back into the fold in the off-season. Just Not now!
- It looks like losing three of the last four games has gotten to Randy Moss and Derrick Burgess. They showed up late for an 8AM meeting and were sent home by the Patriots. Wow, I never saw that coming, they were BOTH such model citizens around here!
I am so glad that Derrick isn't here anymore. He was a terrible distraction to the young guys. He was a two time Pro-Bowler who wanted more money and wasn't happy with not winning so he sat out "Injured" most of his final two seasons here. Good Riddance!
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it’s well documented that AD doesn’t care about locker room cohesiveness, he just wants guys who show up and play. He actually likes tension when different people want to take different approaches to win. Bringing Hanson back is beyond philosophical differences in play calling, it’s absurb. Now, if you’re Cable, you might as well go for it your way with a chip on your shoulder and win at all cost. Play, bench, blitz whichever ever way you see fit as it’s clear that you have no upward protection. You have to say to yourself, this is a 4 game season and I need to win 3 out of 4 regardless of distractions. DHB healed or not does not play unless he can run routes and catch the ball, activate J Walker if you think that he can help, play elephant, 2 cover, blitz safeties, etc. It’s on now.
by raiders4liffe on Dec 10, 2009 7:31 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
It's obvious why the D.A. dropped charges
one look at Hanson and the jury would find justifiable cause for assault and battery.
I feel like popping him right now for his looks alone.
Son-of-Blanda
by Sons-of-Blanda on Dec 10, 2009 7:33 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Emotion aside, this is a measured move by Al
It belittles Cable after his Pittsburgh triumph and sends him the message that “now we start the season and a losing or break-even record won’t save your ass.”
Son-of-Blanda
by Sons-of-Blanda on Dec 10, 2009 7:41 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
"constructive discharge"?
Is Al trying to avoid being sued for wrongful termination by creating an intolerable work environment for Cable, thus forcing him to leave?? oh mama…
by Spirals galore on Dec 10, 2009 7:38 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Calm down guys
It was well documented that Al offered to allow Hanson to work for the Raiders from the very beginning but Hanson declined, now he has accepted, so what? This is not a distraction and it is a non story except for people who want to make it one. Davis did not go out and get him, the offer was on the table from day one, Hanson was never fired, and was getting paid, it is also well documented that Hanson bleeds Silver and Black and this was his way of getting back into the fold. Please, spare me all the conspiracy theories, we have enough of them already.
by Laoren on Dec 10, 2009 9:02 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
offer
an offer in august is one thing but accepting it in december is another. Cable wasn’t aware of this latest offer/acceptance; sorry but it has to be a distraction, slap on the face, lack of respect; you see where I’m going? It’s a pride thing late in the season. I don’t see it as a conspiracy, more AD showing up Cable than anything else. Hanson does not belong in that building, wrong karma.
by raiders4liffe on Dec 10, 2009 9:19 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
"Spare me ... conspiracy theories, we have enough of them already."
This is news, I’m not aware of one single conspiracy theory involving the Raiders.
You may be projecting or confusing “conspiracy” with Al Davis’ Machiavellian style to manipulate situations.
Anyway, the timing of this is too coincidental and overt. There is nothing secret about it. Al is clearly sending Cable a message, Id.
Son-of-Blanda
by Sons-of-Blanda on Dec 10, 2009 10:24 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
+1
Win, Lose, or Tie, Raiders til I die!
by mikesd1981 on Dec 10, 2009 5:52 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
This is a bullshit move
By Al, Tom pulls off one of the biggest wins in this decade and Al pulls this shit behind Toms back. Thats the worst part. Behind his back..Thats a slap in the face
by Remix. on Dec 10, 2009 2:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
I wonder if he did agree to something
but just took off for medical leave?
Win, Lose, or Tie, Raiders til I die!
by mikesd1981 on Dec 10, 2009 5:55 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Because Tom wasn't informed, it's clearly symbolic of something
What I don’t know, but I don’t see it as an immediate distraction. This whole thing has been bizarre, and shrouded in rumors, half-truths, and information from unnamed sources.
It’s also vague as to what “personnel” position he’ll hold. I remember the stories that he somehow maintained contact with players and staff and that he was generally appreciated even during the bs investigation, so I’m not sure what to believe. Supposedly the Dbacks liked how he broke down film for opposing teams for practice and preparation.
One thing is clear: Al still does what Al wants to do where the Oakland Raiders are concerned, and isn’t, nor has he ever been, afraid of hurting any one’s feelings.
by brhynno on Dec 10, 2009 9:25 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
from what I read in an article
at work he’s on the scout team
Win, Lose, or Tie, Raiders til I die!
by mikesd1981 on Dec 11, 2009 4:42 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
that would make the most sense, for sure
especially if he’s one of Al’s guys. Our D backs seemed to appreciate him, or at least that’s what publicists were capable of spinning during all that hoopla. I actually heard some of it before anything went down.
It’s a tough call with the scouting for the Raiders. I think a lot of heat falls on the scouting departments shoulders, because i believe they are more at Al’s mercy than even the coaches or playcallers. In decisions personnel, Al reigns supreme, from who they have them look at, needs perspectives, all the way to their combine speeds and poking and prodding by doctors in physicals. I’m inclined to believe we have some great talent scouts; I just don’t think they’re given much autonomy other than offering information and doing what’s asked of them. Al picks the guys; at the very most, we can hope the coaches, with the support of the players and the team of course, can influence his ultimate decisions.
by brhynno on Dec 11, 2009 6:53 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
An Emperor more like Nero than Caesar
Son-of-Blanda
by Sons-of-Blanda on Dec 11, 2009 6:55 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
an interesting and very accurate comparison
where’d you attend school and what did you study? I always find your analagies, metaphors, and allusions amusing.
Al is definitely up there in historical figures, and obviously shares many of the querks of emperors past: capable of tyranny, genius to a fault, and without a doubt, at least partially bat-shit crazy.
by brhynno on Dec 11, 2009 7:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you. Thomas Aquinas influenced me more than any other thinker
Son-of-Blanda
by Sons-of-Blanda on Dec 11, 2009 11:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
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