The Titans Are Ready
by Rich Langford on Sep 7, 2010 3:10 AM PDT
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This is a kinder, gentler schedule for the Raiders than in years past. Past editions have had the cynic in us screaming conspiracy, but this year even the hardened theorist is struggling for evidence. There is less travel, they are matched up with the supposedly weak NFC West, and it lacks any crazy road trips or short weeks that feature defending super bowl champs. All that being said, they got dealt a bum hand for the opener. While the Titans aren't favorites to win the Super Bowl this year, they are 40-1, they are one of the last opponents I would want the Raiders to play in Week One for a grab bag assortment of reasons. So, reach in and grab one.... And the winner is: The Atonement Factor After the Titans wretched 0-6 start last year, this is a squad that is geeked on getting off on the right foot this year. And the worst of this is, they have placed all of the emphasis on this fast start on Week One. Head Coach Jeff Fisher talking addressing the question if his preparations have looked past Week One: Once that's over, we'll deal with the next opponent. But our focus is on the Oakland Raiders. Fisher has had his staff devote more time in the pre-season towards preparing for Week One then he has in the past. The Titans have been game planning the Raiders since the end of Week Three of the pre-season. Fisher gave an incredibly detailed blueprint of what those preparations uncovered: The coaches have been watching very closely throughout the off-season and throughout the pre-season -- they're a very talented team. They're very unpredictable. It's hard to predict what we're going to get, so we have to be prepared to adjust. I don't know how he expects to win, when he just gives away his game plan like that. The point remains though, The Fisher King wants this game. When asked about the amount of preparations they have put in Fisher said he didn't watch a single play on tape of the Saints leading up to the pre-season finale and said: Does that kind of give you an idea? Yes, Jeff. Yes it does. I've got a lot of respect for Jeff Fisher. I think he is a Hall of Fame caliber coach. These quotes worry me. And it's not just the team that is keyed up for a fast start either. The Raiders are going to be walking into a frenzied powder blue asylum. The Titans have asked their fans to go with the powder blue shirts that have historically been reserved for the Colts game. The Raiders are public enemy number one, simply because they are there in Week One. The Titans are planning on taking out an off-season of frustration on the Raiders. A frustration born from watching a team close out the season 8-2 and was ready to do some damage in the playoffs, only told it was time to go home, because they weren't focused enough at the start of the year. This is a team and fan base that has vowed this year will be different. This undoubtedly plays a part in the Raiders being 6 point underdogs in this contest, which is the third biggest spread of the weekend, but it certainly isn't the only reason. All the hype, quotes and preparation aside, the outcome of this game is going to be determined through the match-ups on the field. I'm not sure this bodes much better for the Raiders. Will Chris Johnson retire before the game to launch a rap career and clothing line? Will the cops find Kenny Britt in time for the game? Will Vince Young get beat up in a strip club? Will Kerry Collins fall and not be able to get up? Stay tuned for these exciting answers and a break down of the Titans and the ensuing match-ups with the Raiders coming tomorrow. Same bat time, same bat channel.
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Im not sure if your saying we should throw in the towel for week 1?
I know we have our own set of problems (which team doesnt)..but it seems (and i may be wrong) that your assuming the Titans are more sedicated to winning week one than we are! Lets not forget they won 3 more games than us last year. Jamarcus lost us more games thacvhe won for us. Grad came in and won us 2 of 3 behind a questionable line, a weak recieving core..and hardly no running game. Sure were underdogs..been that way or years..but just looking at PS the general consensus is our run D is suspect, and though i respect Fisher (Derick Fisher is the real Fisher King dude, CHAMIONSHIPS dude!!!) I also believe under a cloud of silence were quitely preparing for our opponent without the aide of dramatic statement like We’ve been preparing for Oakland since week 3!
You are wise Kobe Won, but no I am def not saying we should throw in the towell
I just think this is a tough way for the Raiders to start the year. I certainly think they can beat the Titans, but I also think they are rightfully underdogs.
Props to you for correcting me on the rightful heir to the Fisher King throne!
If he'd just pay me what he's spending to make me stop robbing him, I'd stop robbing him.
by Rich Langford on Sep 7, 2010 4:07 AM PDT up reply actions
This is an excellent way to start the season..
Containment is key here! Since were 6 point dogs…technically Tenn are 3point favorites (adding the extra 3 points for being home) which doesnt bode well for them! Having the #1 RB, and a mobile QB against a team whom everybody figures couldnt stop the run, and we’re only 6 point dogs!??? Ill take the points and Oakland thank you very much. Im sure Fisher just like all the fans over on the Titans blog are not concern about wether they win or not (cause the believe they will) theyre concern about how much over 100yrds will CJ get.
Thats straight disrespect!!!
by Kobe Won Kenobi on Sep 7, 2010 5:06 AM PDT up reply actions
Kobe Won Kenobi- Chris Johnson will destroy this run defense this week, their should
not even be a debate over this. I think our Run Defense will be a lot better this year, however whatever wrinkles this defense has, CJ will penetrate and punish this secondary when he reaches that second level. Don’t be so naive and think this game won’t be won or loss by CJ, he’s got the skill set to avoid being collapsed by our D-Line, the problem is being overly aggressive and unpredictable is not the way to run a consistent defense. RUN A GODDAMN SYSTEM AND LIVE WITH THE CONSEQUENCES; GOOD OR BAD.
I like to believe that my best hits border on felonious assault.
-Jack Tatum
by R.I.P. JACK TATUM RAIDER D GOAT on Sep 7, 2010 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions
So..uhh your saying all is lost this week??
I want to be the modern day version of Super Mario Brothers!!! Dont care for *shrooms*, but would love to *get large* and *spit fire*...unless im constantly told "thanks, but your girl is in another castle". That would rate a 8.9 on the ole *Suck-ometer*!!!
by Kobe Won Kenobi on Sep 7, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
No, just the run defense.
I like to believe that my best hits border on felonious assault.
-Jack Tatum
by R.I.P. JACK TATUM RAIDER D GOAT on Sep 7, 2010 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Not if he ends up on IR. Or not if Ro makes the right calls and runs the Defense.
And not if Seymour, Houston and a new and improved Kelly have anything to say about it. Don’t forget Wimbley and Groves. I heard Groves has taken Scott’s starting OLB position. Groves was seen to be better than Scott on Pass protection that is why he will start.
The RaiderLaker
Basically 3 new starting faces for our LB corps. If we suck against the run, it-
will mean something is very wrong with Al’s scheme and he better throw it out the window.
The RaiderLaker
They do allow for a frightening number of big plays
to which a decent running game can exploit during games against our defense. I think we all had hoped McClain would help this issue, but he’s learning the NFL game and scheme wise our defense has had this issue for a long time.
Winners always have high expectations...losers whine about schedules (or blame Dorrell).
Difference is the DL isn't getting pushed back to the ankles of the 2nd Row, on the contrary, we're getting penetration
the LBs need disciplined play and must fight with everything they have to get to JC and Ringer without getting entangled with anyone along the way.
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
by Sons-of-Blanda on Sep 7, 2010 4:58 PM PDT up reply actions
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Yes! ‘D Fish’ is the ‘Fisher King.’ Congratulations Lakers. Go RAIDERS!!!!! Phfunk the Titans!!! If we are as improved as we want to be, why not start showing it with this team or any gd team. Oakland Raiders 2010.
I'm in a "knock-out" NFL pool at work-
choose 1 team each week you’re sure will win (you can pick a team only once). Pick a loser and you’re out. It sucks to admit that my 1st “sureshot” is ten. I know, miami vs buf& nyg vs carolina but…I have doubts about our ability to stop CJ. I have even more doubts about Campbell. I am a Grad man.
Mofackey see above article and specifically
the link concerning the survivor “knock-out” pools.
My knockout pool doesn’t start ’til week 3. Which is nice, since who the hell knows in Week One.
If he'd just pay me what he's spending to make me stop robbing him, I'd stop robbing him.
by Rich Langford on Sep 8, 2010 1:42 AM PDT up reply actions
6-point underdogs
Considering that The Raiders are playing on the road on the East Coast time zone, being a 6-point dog is pretty respectable. If Russell were still the QB, the Raiders would at least be 9.5-10 point underdogs.
As with all Raiders games, especially on the road, if they can dramatically minimize penalties and not turn the ball over, even with Chris Johnson being, well, Chris Johnson, the Raiders can win. The Titans do not have any wide receivers. As a result, Vince Young’s got legs and that’s about it. The Raiders need to keep Chris Johnson to less than 150 all- purpose-yards and I suspect that the Raiders will be game planning to do just that. Whether or not they can do that is what we have been waiting to find out since April.
Your team is your child...You love it no matter what.
Remember folks
Jon ‘freakin’ Kitna came into Oakland i believe 08 (the year they drafted CJ??)..they were underdogs. Well we know how that turned out. All im saying is that like Garnett said (Dexter and Ca will totally ban me from SS@R for saying this) but…ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!!!
BARF BARF
Excuse me while i go wash my mouth out with baby vomit for spewing that Celtic crap!
Dexter's a tool; I wouldn't worry about his opinion if I were you.
If it makes you feel better, Andy Samberg also said “Anything is possible” (although he, too, was quoting Kevin Garnett)… so, you could always say it and credit it to him instead. It’s not like anyone’s going to correct you, since no one in their right mind roots for any Boston teams.
"I came back with an I-Don't-Care attitude. If I had an open shot, I was taking it."
--The Robert Horry
I bleed Purple N' Gold and Silver N' Black... because of this rare condition, I am no longer allowed to donate to the Red Cross.
by The_Power_and_the_Glory_of_Robert_Horry on Sep 7, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, but mainly my dislike for that blog is just that it's different. I like to go to talk Lakers
and call out people who I disagree with regarding certain things but most are bandwagon or the authors are way to uptight when you are a newbie. They never fail to make their presence felt to let you know they can ban you, which is sad. I really think they have issues. (both CA and Dex)
But it’s probably me by the fact that a football blog will be different from a basketball blog. I noticed most of their discussions over there are about non-basketball, personal lifestyles, Cats and cookies. Talk about 7 year olds….. (but it’s probably because the B-ball season hasn’t started yet) I’m just saying it how I see it, I mean no disrespect for SSR regulars.
Overall, I dislike CA and Dex. You don’t see Saint always telling you to be soft and drop your argument or be banned. Plus you can use some profanity when in the thick of the moment in gamethreads unlike the Laker blog which is why I was once banned.
The RaiderLaker
yikes!!! boy did i open up a can of worms mentioning Dex and CA. HAHA
I want to be the modern day version of Super Mario Brothers!!! Dont care for *shrooms*, but would love to *get large* and *spit fire*...unless im constantly told "thanks, but your girl is in another castle". That would rate a 8.9 on the ole *Suck-ometer*!!!
by Kobe Won Kenobi on Sep 7, 2010 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Finally!!!
No more talk about potential or meaningless predictions of whether we finish 1st, 2nd or last in the AFC West. We can talk about game planning for a team that presents alot of problems for us. Let’s be real before we start with the whole “They don’t have any receivers” crap. If Oakland is going into this game with the plan to play their base vanilla man to man then that’s bad news. Vince Young is probably the best scrambling QB starting in the NFL right now and when your back is turned chasing receivers look for him to get big yards running. Also Oakland can’t start over-pursuing later in the game out of frustration if they have difficulty getting to him or stopping Chris Johnson because Johnson is very under-rated receiving. Look for Tennessee to throw alot of screens his way so he gets out in space against a Raider team that up until this point has been suspect tackling. This is arguably the best test for Rolando to start his career much like the SF preseason dress rehearsal was a great test for Jared Veldheer.
On offense, I’ve mentioned before Tennessee gave up an average of 258 ypg passing last year. It’s true many of those yards came in the 0-6 start and twice against Peyton Manning however the safties are suspect. Courtland Finnegan is one of my favorite players to watch who doesn’t wear S&B. The linebackers are young much like ours and the safties are not upper-echelon players so Oakland should attack underneath the coverage and also over the middle of the field. If Jason has time to throw look for Miller and our slot receivers including Darren McFadden to have lots of passes thrown their way. Also the run defense is solid but not spectacular. Test the LB’s pursuit to the outside on pitches and sweeps consistently. I still have doubts about McFadden’s ability to run up the middle. I picked the over since we are starting Jason Campbell, not he who shall not be named. Even if we lose I think we have an opportunity to cover but it may be in the 27-24 or 24-21 range. If Oakland keeps the penalties to under 6, win the turnover battle and keep Chris Johnson between 125-150 but we shut down Vince completely I can see an Oakland win. The score would look something like 23-20.
Cowards die many times before their deaths
The valiant never taste of death but once.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, Julius Caesar
I dont think we go Vanilla!...
Im sure The Cable Guy has/or is getting the team prep’d for what could a long day in Music city should they not tackle and do their assignments. On that flip side of the coin we may not have the rushing threat thay is Chris J..but we do have very nice young, hungry, and capable recievers that can keep the defense honest so not to stack the box and pressure Campbell all night. Cartright is going to have to be the bruiser we seen all preseason. We have just as much a chance to win as they do.
Time to come....................................
out and smack those Titan sized hoes in the mouth ! Beat them like they stole something ! Come out like the first game last year and be PHYSICAL thats how they win game one this year ! GO RAIDERS F$ck the rest!!!!!!
Bongsmoke
i like the titans and fisher
the 6 point spread is about right given the recent history of raider travel east, despite our improved qb situation.
I am, of course, terrified of CJ and what he may do. I don’t think vince young can throw on us with this group of receivers. can the raiders muster enough of a running game to open up 2-3 big plays downfield? if yes I think we keep it very close.
the titan defense is not the dominant unit of years past. this is a winnable game and an early litmus test. is the hope legit this year or are we cursed to more of the same?
I am so geeked I don’t think i’m getting much work done this week
REBIRTH OF THE NATION
by lchristmas on Sep 7, 2010 7:59 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
Fasho dude!!! i havent hit a lick all day at work...
Im more pump’d than Lil Kim"s stomach after her all nighter.
by Kobe Won Kenobi on Sep 7, 2010 8:13 AM PDT up reply actions
TAW, I concur bro.
Johnson will get his licks in on us for sure. In my campfire (pipe and Pacifico) vision last week I saw Kerry Collins finishing the game. You are right we have to shut down Vince,and I think it can be done with coverage and pressure up the middle. Remember, this guy has been a head case in the past and by our defense doing the aformentioned things perhaps we can get in his head and rattle him. YES, yes ,yes we must get the running backs involved in the passing game to take the heat off our receivers and get them open more. Noon’s right in that this is a tough opener and we will have to pull out all the stops if we are to win. No stupid ass penalties,no dropped passes ,fumbles or missed tackles. This one’s for the Players: Special teams doesn’t mean you get to ride the short bus guys , it means you kick it deep , make sure tackles and block your asses off when on the receiving side of things. I can’t fucking wait! Raiders 27-24 R.F.F.R.
Albert Haynes
just heard that Tenn is trying to trade for him. Wash wants an undisclosed number of draft picks.
Haynesworth, Really !!!!
Wow, If true, that would fall under all time list of stupidity on Tenn.‘s part. Especially if the picks are high !!! Now to the real important stuff. Taw is right on two crucial points:
1) We CAN NOT turn our backs(db’s) on Vince Young, unless we coming with an 8 man front, otherwise it’s gonna get bad real early in the game.
2) Chris Johnson can catch & run, no doubts about it, I’d use Thomas Howard as a spy for him !!!! (T.H. being the quickest LB)
The Raiders have to make sure tackles, with Multiple players. Tennensse has 3 good RB’s with Johnson of course, being the Best in the league. Watching the replay of their last preseason game as I type, the backups run hard and are capable of breaking tackles. Let Nnamdi put his usual blanket coverage on Kenny Brit, and we will be in good shape for a win, to start off the season.
Redskins in negotiations with Titans to deal Haynesworth
It also would mean our “OL” has another big/strong body to deal with during our rookie "C"s 1st ever start at that position….
Don't Suppose For A Moment That Rookie "C" Wont Be Targeted In This Game...
Until he proves himself capable up holding up he will be viewed as a possible weak link in protection and run blocking as well…
Just shows how concerned Fisher is. I thought Albert wanted no part of playing NT. Well, unleash the Dutchman on Haynesworth
Albert will howl that he was tricked into NT again. HaHaha
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
by Sons-of-Blanda on Sep 7, 2010 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions
ADVANTAGE RAIDERS
There is one advantage the Raiders have: The Titans will not be able to study film of the current Raiders in action;;;;;; new OC = new plays, new defensive front seven, new qb and maybe grad will be in, and who will be our rb?
that is a lot of new twists on the raiders and also will we be a hybrid 3-4???
we know what tenn will do…. it is just up to us to stop it and to score a few points ourselves
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by TheSanClementeKid on Sep 7, 2010 10:43 AM PDT reply actions
2nd Advantage Tenn Very One Dimensional On Both Sides Of The Ball...
“D”…Very good against the run but very suspect against the pass…
“O”…Very good at the run but very mediocre at the pass….
Good point...
SCK, you bring up a good point that these 2010 are practically a fucking mystery to the rest of the league. They can look at preseason film until they own the theater but will have to almost come to the scrimmage line cold.
Most of these blogs whine about CJ and his damage. I saw him against Arizona, who’s 1st string D is highschool at best and he shredded them. I dont think Oakland’s LB’s will allow him that luxury. Young can scramble, but I think now that it’s hitting time and no more ‘i dont want to get hurt in preseason’ shit, he will be pulled down a few times and maybe hit blindside.
Civilization ends at the waterline, after that we're all part of the food chain, and not always on top...
by Villapiano41 on Sep 8, 2010 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions
Uhhh, the Cardinals had a solid defense last year that he shredded.
It was good enough to get them into the playoffs boasting guys like Darnell Dockett and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. I really have my doubts about our run defense since they still haven’t shown any signs whether or not they are going to stop him. I’ll be happy holding him to 125 yards but I’m hoping many of those are “garbage” yards coming on a big run well after the game has been decided. I really don’t see us shutting him down but would be amazed if we hold him under 75 yards this week.
Cowards die many times before their deaths
The valiant never taste of death but once.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, Julius Caesar
by TAW on Sep 9, 2010 8:01 AM PDT up reply actions
true
I want to be the moder day version of Super Mario Brothers!!! Dont care for *shrooms*, but would love to *get large* and *spit fire*...unless im constantly told "thanks, but your girl is in a another castle". That would rate a 8.9 on the ole *Suck-ometer*!!!
by Kobe Won Kenobi on Sep 7, 2010 11:06 AM PDT reply actions
Raiders BABY
I think this is going to be a win for us. My personal goal in watching the game is that we can keep chris johnson out of the endzone. I think this is a tuff goal but achievable one.
Kinda off topic
but I’m not clear: did we cut Mitchell or what?
"It's like Will Smith, remember the Fresh Prince? Get the ball don't let nobody else shoot? That's kinda what the offense can be sometimes, and they're just standing around waiting for Monta to make a play"
-MT2
Mitchell was spared by his Godfather. A surrogate, Stevie Brown, was the holocaust offered in the Missile's place
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
by Sons-of-Blanda on Sep 7, 2010 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions
It’ll be a real tough game.
Keys:
1. Contain Chris Johnson.
Vince Young hasn’t quite developed his passing game, so he’ll use CJ as a insurance policy. Expect a lot of screen passes and sweeps to CJ. If he get’s in a groove, we’re screwed.
2. Bring The Pressure.
I want to see Vince on his back on almost every play. Hit, hit and hit. Houston and Shaughnessy need to bring it 100% of the time.
3. Don’t Abandon The Run.
Oakland is a running team. Our pass protection cannot keep the rush back long enough for Jason to make well thought out and accurate throws. That doesn’t mean we’re running it on every down, but we need to pound the ball.
True knowledge consists in knowing that you know nothing
Assign Branch on CJ - Tyvon is responsible for him every play. Ho or Gro on TE. Wimbley and Scott join the DEs attacking VY
with merciless pressure. If we bring enough pressure on the QB we’ll be able to dedicate manpower to stopping Chris.
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
Match-ups thread to come later
keep these ideas percolating! I am thinking by this time Thursday we will have developed an unbeatable game plan.
If he'd just pay me what he's spending to make me stop robbing him, I'd stop robbing him.
by Rich Langford on Sep 7, 2010 4:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Ho or Gro on Bo (percolation in action)
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
by Sons-of-Blanda on Sep 7, 2010 5:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Key word is *we* will have developed an unbeatable plan. i wonder what the coaches have in mind.
I want to be the modern day version of Super Mario Brothers!!! Dont care for *shrooms*, but would love to *get large* and *spit fire*...unless im constantly told "thanks, but your girl is in another castle". That would rate a 8.9 on the ole *Suck-ometer*!!!
Wait so let me summarize this post
“Oh no, the opposing coach is game-planning for us and has been for some time!”
Doesn’t this happen on a weekly basis in all levels of football? It’s not like Cable thinks he’s playing the Memphis Grizzlies this week.
Seems unnecessarily alarmist to me. I see no reason to believe we won’t be prepared to play. We may not win, but I don’t believe we’ll fall flat on our collective faces a la the Giants game last season.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
as a diehard fan, c'mon man! You just never really know what Raider team will show up
THE DARK SIDE CLOUDS EVERYTHING AROUND IT.
I like to believe that my best hits border on felonious assault.
-Jack Tatum
by R.I.P. JACK TATUM RAIDER D GOAT on Sep 7, 2010 6:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Raiders beat the titans
Our D is better than most people think. The offense is talented enough to make plays and move the ball. Our kicker, punter, and long snapper combo are second to none. I really like Coach Jackson. He will single handedly improve our offense.
Chris Johnson will not rush for 2k yards this season. Last year the conditions were right for his spectacular season. I don’t see that repeating itself. Who are the titan receivers? Crazy Vince is their qb?
The Oakland Raiders smash the titans and put the NFL on proper notice. The Raiders are back!
Conditions? This is obviously diarrhea of the brain. Chris Johnson broke out for almost 3,000
all purpose yards and 24 touchdowns as a senior at East Carolina, then two years later ran for over 2,000 yards in the pros. His skill set is devastating, his attitude is excellent and he’s a good teammate. Your broad stroke, baseles claim does not move the opinion that Chris Johnson is a stud. He’s duplicated spectacular rushing seasons, he’s as consistent a threat as there will be [barring injury/miscellanous] over the next decade.
With no true backup to steal any carries from him, Johnson is the unquestioned focal point of Tennessee’s offense. His home run speed is unquestioned, given what he adds in the passing game creates not only a versatility, much matchup nightmares as well.. The aforementioned 2,000-yard back curse scares me, but not enough to lay off of this talented runner. He plays in a great offense for running backs and will thrive if he stays healthy.
I like to believe that my best hits border on felonious assault.
-Jack Tatum
by R.I.P. JACK TATUM RAIDER D GOAT on Sep 7, 2010 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
get off CJ's balls
you’re including his college stats? Please idiot. I wonder what you think Tim Tebow is gonna do in the league. After all he is one of the best college players of all time.
Yes, CJ had a great season. A history making season. But by no means will he repeat similar efforts over your aforementioned “next decade” statement. Do you remember Terrell Davis? Get off this man’s balls and have a little respect for yourself clown.
by The Autumn Wind on Sep 7, 2010 6:56 PM PDT up reply actions
RIP, this is the NFL, how long will he last?
You are obviously on his balls, he is great, but enough of the speculating, he hasn’t gashed our defense yet. Wait until gameday. Who knows he might get injured. RB’s and WR’s are the players that get blasted for the most part as well as TE’s. The laws of physics will be CJ’s downfall. The lighter they are the easier they fall.
The RaiderLaker
The game plan is set
go into the powder blues and kick up dust while kicking azz. We want to win; let’s knock out the most teeth! Who says we are not going to be hit in a fight.
i can see us getting beaten in this one, but that may not be a bad thing in the long run … diffuse some unrealistic expectations etc … they match up really well v our defense …. still, its good to get a test straight off the bat ! GO RAIDERS !!!!!! I think our Offense might surprise them ….
Just Win, baby !
There "D" Last Yr -n- This Yr Very Similar....Can Be Exploited...
“D” “09”…“10” Preseason…
- “D”……..#13 “D”…
Pass #31…….#26…
Rush #10 Tie…#2…
Sacks #18……#21…
Scoring #28….#10…
INTs #8……..#10 8 Way Tie…
Junk From The Tenn "Rag"...What They Are Tinkin...
FIVE THINGS WE KNOW ABOUT THE TITANS
1. CHRIS JOHNSON SHOULD HAVE A BIG DAY
t will be Tennessee’s strength vs. Oakland’s weakness. Since the 2002 AFC title game, the Raiders have allowed an NFL-worst 143.7 rushing yards per game. They were 29th in run defense in ’09. Oakland moved to fix things, drafting MLB Rolando McClain and signing DT John Henderson, but Chris Johnson must be licking his lips.
2. DARREN McFADDEN IS A TOUGH MATCHUP
Oakland running back Darren McFadden, the fourth overall pick in 2008, has averaged 10.6 yards per catch in his first two NFL seasons. The Raiders like to line him up wide, and not just as a decoy. They will find him and deliver the ball to him. He will be a tough matchup for the Titans.
3. JASON JONES LOOKS GREAT
Defensive tackle Jason Jones’ play was perhaps the most encouraging development of the Titans’ preseason. He was explosive off the ball, ran down quarterbacks and had no trouble with the shoulder injury that plagued him last season. With nine sacks in 20 games played, Jones has shown his potential. Now if he can just stay healthy.
4. A GOOD START IS A MUST
he Titans started 0-6 last season with a 59-0 loss to the Patriots. They don’t figure to start 0-6 again this season, but how important is a win Sunday? The NFL says victors in Week 1 are more than twice as likely to make the playoffs. Plus, the Titans and Texans are tied for the league’s most difficult schedule, their opponents having a .547 winning percentage in ’09.
5. CRAIG STEVENS IS MORE THAN CAPABLE
When the Titans lost Alge Crumpler in free agency, it set off groans from Titans’ fans concerned that Chris Johnson had lost a key blocker. But third-year tight end Craig Stevens is easing those worries. Stevens is a solid blocker and he can catch. His presence should open things up for other players, too.
PantyRaider…Posts From Their “Rag”!!!/_
Curious
That the only offensive player in that list is McFadden. They think he’s our most dangerous threat? They don’t think Miller is tough match up, for example?
PFT: Raiders sign DT Alford
“NT”….Jay Alford…
Height: 6-3 Weight: 304 Age: 27
Experience: 4th season
And why do we need to sign a “NT”…Can anyone say “Hybrid”…
Jay Alford, a former third-round draft pick by the New York Giants, has signed with the Raiders, according to Profootballtalk.com
Alford’s position coach with the Giants is Raiders defensive line coach Mike Waufle. His signature play was a 10-yard sack of Tom Brady with 19 seconds to play in Super Bowl XLII, helping to secure a 17-14 win over the previous unbeaten Patriots. He spent last season on injured reserve following knee surgery. He was also the snapper for field goals and extra points as a rookie.
There are tough matchups in this game
Until the defense shows that they are better against the run, it’s just gasbagging to claim how good they ‘will be’. Even in the preseason, there were big plays given up, and if that is what happens against Tennessee and Johnson, it will not be a good thing. IF they can contain Johnson, then they will have proved some of their worth.
I expect Jackson to use a lot of quick throws and smart running plays to keep a very quietly good group of DL from bumrushing Campbell, who is playing behind an OL that has also yet to prove itself under fire, the fire of the regular season. They did not look that bad in preseason, but that isn’t what counts; if you think it has any real bearing on the regular season, then you need to check out the best and worst records in preseason, and where those respective teams ended their years… If the OL can’t open running lanes, then the Tennessee DL will be on Campbell’s ass all day.
If the OL can hold up, the passing game may do some very good work, not because it is necessarily Tennessee’s ‘weak spot’ (those numbers come from teams throwing from behind), but because of injuries in their secondary, specifically Finnegan, who missed almost the entire preseason.
Their passing game, at this point, is a big question mark; who is the #1 guy, really? Britt may not even play, and there isn’t that much after him; Gage? I don’t expect big numbers from Young, despite his scrambling ability; look for Scaife to be their Zach Miller for now.
I think that what Tennessee would love to see in this game is solid running with Johnson, tough defense, and a lower scoring game. If not, then Young will have to step up and carry the team, and if Johnson isn’t tearing it up, then it becomes harder to do. The problem is that the Raiders weakest part of the defense for years is matched against the Titans proven strength.
Should be a good game, one that gauges where each team really is for the season. Not predictions, not expectations, but a snapshot of where they are, and what they can do…
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I agree, we need screens,out of the backfield, receptions and ......
“bend don’t break "against C.J.1 . Good runners get their do,but not always the “W” . Our lack of depth and PROVEN talent at WR means we must create passing situations out of the backfield -PERIOD! I’m a fucking train wreck waiting for Sunday Brothers! Raider Nation,have a drink on me (or whatever your chosen method of intoxication may be-I’ll join you brothers) No matter where we go , there we are – Raider Nation!!! R.F.F.R.
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