Open Thread: Give A Shout Out To Richard Seymour:

No one will argue that the team has been in bad shape ever since coach Callahan quit on the team in the middle of the 2003 season. Norv Turner is a good offensive coordinator and play caller, but just not a good head coach. Most of what you’ll here from Moss, Jordan and Burgess will probably have to do with the failed Art Shell expirament. We all recognize that now. Kiffin might have been a decent coach, but he seemed like he was trying to get fired ever since his team got blown out in the first game of the 2007 season.

Coach Cable seems like he is actually getting this team to play as a cohesive unit. There is a lot of talent on this team. If two players are added to the roster, an elite DE (you) and a right tackle, this team could literally go all the way.

…And if you could be a part of turning this thing around, you would never have to buy a meal or drink in this town for the rest of your life!!

Big ‘props’ to you Saint; thanks for the opportunity, this is a ‘cool’ idea. Actually this is a great moment for R. Seymour and the Raiders because when preparation meets opportunity, usually phenomenal things happen. On paper and in the hearts of the fans, but most importantly our new 53’s attitudes, the Raiders are truly “the-right” player or two away from a major uprising in the NFL.

‘Saint’ and others have said it best; and to add to the theme of how this addition could be special for all involved: The Bay Area fans are serious about winning, whether the owners are on page is another subject. Al Davis though is by-far the best owner here when it comes to determination and the will to win.

Although we are experiencing an uncommon string of losing seasons, this offseason’s moves along with coach Cable’s “Raider aire” this team is ready to “shock the ‘haters’ world!” As fans we would love for you to be a contributor, if you do not feel up to the task, we shall go on seeking what it will take to make this team continue moving in the right direction. Richard we wish you ongoing success in whatever direction you decide; without a doubt, you have been a great football player.

You are a poor excuse for a PROFESSIONAL athlete!! You are only as good as your word, and your “word” is your name on your contract, which does not include a no movement clause. You are contracted to play and you better be there on Monday night. I know you don’t care what I think (if you even read this) but I am loosing respect for you by the minute. You can be pissed off at NE, but taking it out on a team that actually WANTS you is no way to show it. Be a man Richard and be a Raider.

Take whatever money is coming your way to play a GAME for a living, get on the field and help this Raider team get to the superbowl. You have no other choices. If anything this organization is too good for you, not visa versa. Up until the Patriots started cheating they where nobodys, actually all these Boston teams with newfound success are cheaters, Whether it be the PATs spying or the Red Sox juicing. Give the Raiders the respect they deserve and deal with the money situation as it comes, truth be told you’ll probably end up being a bust because as of now it looks like you lack heart and the basic essentials it takes to be a man. Its disgusting of you to hold a team hostage thats welcoming you with open arms. Show the league that you aren’t some run of the mill scumbag and suit up. So what if you get hit with a franchise tag next season, let me reiterate, your playing a GAME for a living, you aren’t entitled to anything. Most people bust their tails for 40 years without a peep doing real work and you cant show up for a couple months to play a game???? Wake up and realize your acting like Patriot scum.

Richard, Please board the plane NOW to the BEST coast! The Raider Nation hungers for your presence on defense. We want to get the season off to a good start. You may be our best hope at shutting down LT! We need you to practice before the game. I’m sure you will be a fan favorite.

I don’t get it? The Patriots don’t want him so what’s he complaining about? There used to be a time where a player would come to a team (regardless of where they are in the standings) and think he’s the reason they are going to turn it around! Be that guy Richard! The way this is starting to go down is totally disrespectful to the profession, the NFL, All 52 guys waiting to play with you and get some wins. If he doesn’t report by tomorrow I have the feeling that if he ever does those cheers will turn to boos! Come here where you are wanted. Help turn the team around!

Prove the Pats made a mistake when you sack Brady in the championship game. It’ll be the highlight of your career.

Man… this team seems like the youngest in the league, i know that Al davis has made some questionable picks all dependant on raw physical talent, but thats only because he understands that if they reach full potential, they will be great givin there god given athletic talent. You will be a free agent next year anyway, don’t let this year take away from your own personal legacy. your an amazing pro bowl devensive end, with veteran experiance. Help these youngins realize what it takes. BE THE MAN don’t let this trade fuck with your head. The division is weak we can finish 2nd if all goes well and you will be a huge part of our success. I’m from canada and just wanted to let you know that this franchise is bigger then even you can imagine. Although the raiders have gone through some fuk up shit it should be a privalige do dress in that uniform. Cable is a “G” hes not fukiing around.. he’s trying to get W’s please make our dreams come true an help us stop the run an pressure the qb"s so our DB’s can do there thing. If your not happy with whats going down move on, just don’t base you decisions on assumptions. You gota make your own reality.
peace an love you savage,
Fan from canada

    I’m not going to sugar coat it!! Only a few people on this Earth have been given the God Given talent you have. However, everyone has their own struggles. Yes you may have other things going on in your life like grief and drama, but this trade situation is only a bad as you, yourself, and only you alone make it.
    The Raider Nation has always welcomed new aquisitions with open arms and plenty of love. I’m going to tell you right now, if you don’t WANT to be here, then please stay where you are. I believe I speak for the whole RAIDER NATION when I say the last thing we want is for another great star coming to Oakland, only to see them disrespect our code of loyalty and respect by not giving their all. If you are not coming to Oakland, then the whole RAIDER NATION will still repect how you have impacted the sport, However, If you are coming to Oakland, then BE HERE!!!
DO WHAT YOUR GOING TO DO!

All the money, All the rings, NO PRIDE !!!
If your under contract you must play. I wish I had all the ley-way these player do in real life. Oh wait, I hate my job. Im gonna hold until you pay me more. Fired? Let me go to the union and have that upheld. What a joke you are (Seymour) !!

As mentioned often before, you don’t just trade players but contracts. Seymour has a history of holding out with the Pats, his agent also represents the Crab that thank God we didn’t pick, he’s in the last year of his contract and must have had conversation with the Pats about an extension, he’s about to turn 30 and it’s his last big time money contract; this is it, he’s done after his new contract. This is called business. Nothing really to do with the Raiders and what the punk from SD Harrison is saying. It’s all about the deal. His reality that he’s traded. He knows that he’s stuck for potentially 3 yrs with no say. This year at $3.7 mm and 2 franchise tag. His problem, again it’s not a Raider thing, is that he’s at risk of injury with no guarantee past this year. Hence, as a rational person, his only option is to hold out for his contract with guarantee. From where we all sit, AD did not speak to him prior to pulling the trigger so this contract could take a second to complete.
Last point, no players went the other way; some potential draft pick in 2 yrs. The fact that Seymour is here or not, we haven’t gone backwards. There’s a game against SD coming up, the players need to focus on their jobs and not on who is not here. D needs to be accountable right about now; excuses are for the weak. It’s game time.

I am not going to sugarcoat it anymore. The hold-out since the trade has been completed in Sunday has been increasingly annoying. I really would welcome you here if anything gets worked out, but the welcome from me is beginning to wane here. Say something – if you really do not want to be in the Silver and Black, then go out and say it instead of keeping us in the dark. If you are truly a professional and class act, then you should try to get something done or just get your butt to Oakland so we can prepare for the MNF game. No offense to KC and Denver fans but the next two games are winnable, but it really does not matter if we cannot stop the run. Return of Morrison helps, and of course, so can you Richard. We need you out there. We will welcome you in open arms. If you don’t want to come here, then say so. This silence and unproductive talk is becoming a pain like Moss, Jordan, and other ex-Raiders that just quit for no good reason.

- Dave

Idk if you realize this but Al Davis has payed stupid wages to players who be hopes will make some plays.if you play your ass off, make plays, be a leader. He will probably pay you more than you expected. Plus don’t you wanna be known as the player who help turn a teAm around and lead them to greatness. Now that is what makes someone a future hall of famer.

Lame. Cancel this stupid trade. Seymore will NOT sign with Oakland after this year. So the Raiders give up a 1st round pick for a 1 year player?

Al is senile. But we all know that.

I was looking forward to the leadership Seymour purportedly has displayed in the past to assist the development of our young warriors. However, the silent treatment the Raiders organization and we as fans have endured speaks volumes, to the contrary. Leadership do not include being shuned by one organization and then, benignly neglecting a “Nation” who is prepared to accept ones’ contributions to the cause of winning. It is well documented, disrespect is the worst trait to show in Oakland, CA. Aside from the noise caused by being silent, imagine a future HOF presentation at a podium where no one cares because of how the “business of the game” exposed one’s conceit or insecurities. At this point, if we lose every game while showing ‘heart,’ I applaud the organization for trying and the team for ‘standing up!’ Let’s do this! GO Raiders!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is game time.

Hopefully, to whom it may concern noticed how the lack of pressure on the quarterback is a losing strategy as displayed in the Pittsburg/Tennessee game. Quite frankly, whether Seymour or Haynesworth or Whomever is here, the schemes we have employed on third-and-long and other passing situations must be updated (to say the least!) Also, ‘whats-up’ with the “Red Zone” ineptitude on both sides of the ball??

Right on. Who would accept a trade to an employer so unconcerned with employee safety? Football is a dangerous sport to start with. Injury is 100% certain when the organization, the coaches, and the players are unprepared to do their basic assignments. Would you sign up to be hit 100 times a game by a 300 lb man, uncertain whether the coaches scheming have done their homework, uncertain whether the guy beside you is going to do his job, knowing that at best all of your effort means 2 or 3 wins over 5 months? I get Richard Seymour. I don’t get Nnamdi Asomugha.

you were traded ! cact like a professional , not a primadonna

Be a loyal player like you did for NE in S&B, Al Davis will take care of you and your family for life. We will not throw you out like last weeks garbage like your former employer. Report to Raiders and everything will play itself out.

speculating, not a mind reader. My thought was strickly based on money for his potential hold out knowing that he’s on a last year of contract with potential franchise tags. In my mind that’s not a personal issue vs raiders, that’s business. If he doesn’t think that this team is good enough for him or unhappy going out west or anything outside of money, than f… him, put him back with the Pats, and let them deal with him. If he had a verbal understanding with the Pats regarding his contract terms and he’s feeling that they are reneging by trading him, I can live with his displeasure until Monday where we would not have him for one game. Business is business and the show most go on. Not that Seymour owes me or any of us an explanation but he did voluntarily sign a contract, he knows that he can get traded on any given day, that’s the life that he chose. The professional business at hand is to play some ball with purpose. I’m disappointedI that he did not show up by last wednesday to give himself a chance to learn the system as we’re only playing a rival this Monday. I understand about the 5 days letter; however, my question is if he does not take the physical, can we in fact cancel the trade and put him back with the Pats?