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Oakland Raiders 2011 Rookie News: Ausberry Signs, Barksdale Not Far Behind?

The Oakland Raiders have always done an excellent job of signing their rookies—not counting the doped up exception—and with new rules in place making the 2011 rookie class way easier to ink to contracts you have to believe they will get this task completed in no time.

*Update: via wbir.com:

Today former Tennessee wideout Denarius Moore inked a deal with the Raiders valued at $2.2 million over four years.  He was selected in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft in April.

*Update: via Raiders Twitter:

Head Coach Hue Jackson announces that 4th round draft pick RB Taiwan Jones has signed and is in Napa

*Update: Demarcus Van Dyke's Twitter:

Officially a Raider!!!

There is already at least one rookie signed sealed and delivered. Seventh-round wide receiver pick David Ausberry is ready to start his career. This comes to us via the Twitter account of the National Football Post's Aaron Wilson:

Raiders seventh-round rookie WR David Ausberry got a $45,900 signing bonus.

His deal is likely soon to be followed by the signing of rookie offensive lineman Joe Barksdale. This new is delivered to us by Steve Corkran:

Rookie offensive tackle Joseph Barksdale said he has touched down in San Francisco. That portens his signing a contract in Alameda today or real soon and making his way here. No sight or word from second-round draft pick Stefen Wisniewski.

I fully expect Wisniewski and the rest of the rookies to be signing shortly as well.

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Jones was signed as well

by RAIDER_FAN15 on Jul 27, 2011 2:15 PM PDT reply actions  

c'mon now... no holding out going on there...

besides, fines are twice as steep than last year. like thirty thousand. only the richest guys will hold out. No Penn St. guys we signed will even balk, much less a Wiz.

"tough times call for perseverance and a tough mind. I have been told that I can't play football before. We all know what happened with that. #neverquit"--Mark Herzlich

""The massive Raider Nation is beyond doubt the sleaziest and rudest and most sinister mob of thugs and wackos ever assembled."--Hunter S. Thompson

by brhynno on Jul 27, 2011 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions  

Hope This Isn't To Make Room For Nam....I Still Want Him Back..

49ers | Nate Clements to be released
Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:42:07 -0700

The San Francisco 49ers have informed CB Nate Clements that he will be released.

by PantyRaider on Jul 27, 2011 2:47 PM PDT reply actions  

looks like

they will try to sign nnamdi with that news.

by RAIDER_FAN15 on Jul 27, 2011 2:48 PM PDT reply actions  

B.A. Is posting on twitter

That we are talking to Young, Bulger and T.Edwards

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 2:50 PM PDT reply actions  

That's the word from Mr Armstrong

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions  

He is also saying that Jets are offering Nam 12m per year

2m less than Revis P.A.

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions  

Maybe Nam Stays With Us...I Think That's An Insult To Him...

If “SF” doesn’t offer any more which I don’t see them doing maybe we can spend that $$$$ if this season’s $$$$ in in bonuses spread out over the life of the contract…

by PantyRaider on Jul 27, 2011 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

Hmmm...

Don’t want Young (immature, head case, how will he react to being a backup?) but wouldn’t mind Bulger or Edwards.

"In football, I root for the Oakland Raiders because they hire castoffs, outlaws, malcontents, and fuck -ups, they have lots of penalties, fights, and paybacks, and because Al Davis told the rest of the pig NFL owners to go get fucked. Someday, the Raiders will be strong again, and they will dip the ball in shit and shove it down the throats of the wholesome, white, heartland teams that pray together and don't deliver late hits." - George Carlin.

by Screwfish on Jul 27, 2011 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't mind Vince at the right price

The guy wins and as a decently priced back up he could be a good signing.

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions  

i think he will create a worst QB controversy than bruce and grad.... no thank you. lol

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions  

But I also see you're point

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions  

Trent Edwards

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions  

Trent is alright. he is backup worthy.

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

That's what I thought.

He can hold a clipboard fine. Although I’d rather have Boller on the field.

"In football, I root for the Oakland Raiders because they hire castoffs, outlaws, malcontents, and fuck -ups, they have lots of penalties, fights, and paybacks, and because Al Davis told the rest of the pig NFL owners to go get fucked. Someday, the Raiders will be strong again, and they will dip the ball in shit and shove it down the throats of the wholesome, white, heartland teams that pray together and don't deliver late hits." - George Carlin.

by Screwfish on Jul 27, 2011 5:11 PM PDT up reply actions  

*shivers*

I think Trent>Boller because he does have starting experience..

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 5:44 PM PDT up reply actions  

They both do.

Boller has a better arm. That’s about all between them.

"In football, I root for the Oakland Raiders because they hire castoffs, outlaws, malcontents, and fuck -ups, they have lots of penalties, fights, and paybacks, and because Al Davis told the rest of the pig NFL owners to go get fucked. Someday, the Raiders will be strong again, and they will dip the ball in shit and shove it down the throats of the wholesome, white, heartland teams that pray together and don't deliver late hits." - George Carlin.

by Screwfish on Jul 27, 2011 6:32 PM PDT up reply actions  

hm... that is true.

I did feel that Trent was good on the bills though. before fitz took his job (que south park thing. lol).

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 8:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

i would like bulger

but i want to stay away from the other guys

by RyanTheRaider on Jul 28, 2011 12:31 AM PDT up reply actions  

Retaction From "49ers"....

49ers | Nate Clements not released

Contrary to previous reports, the San Francisco 49ers and CB Nate Clements’ agent, Todd France, are saying the reports of the 49ers cutting Clements are not true.

by PantyRaider on Jul 27, 2011 3:13 PM PDT reply actions  

Anyone still rate Clements at all?

Seems to have fallen off a cliff since signing the big deal with the Whiners

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 3:18 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

Hahaha

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 7:55 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

Nate Clements is being released because he CAN'T cover!!!! Pass on that kid...

At QB, I stated I liked Vince Young and right away my beloved Raider faithfuls grabbed their Machetes and chased me out of the blog..lol I think Vince with his youth and athleticism would be a great addition under the right terms. We all know about his episodes, however, it got him kicked off a team and this commissioner is no non-sense. I can see Vince catching on somewhere and doing well, why not here. Also, I lobbied for Mike Vick, again the Machetes came out, look at him now.. I expect the Raiders to be a much better team this year, David Ausberry is from Fresno, CA, that kid has been a ball player his entire life, he is a football player, I expect him to make the team and do well. Taiwan Jones Special Teams beast and great change of pace at RB..I am excited about the upcoming season, I will be sure to catch 6 to 8 games live around the country and at home. Go Raiders!!!!

by Rodney Sacramento on Jul 27, 2011 4:00 PM PDT reply actions  

I'd bring in VY...as our back-up QB's are less than ideal, and Campbell hasn't reached an untouchable level

He would certainly be our best back-up qb, and could push Campbell, who only has a year left on his deal. I think a concern with Young would be that we would be overly dependant on a dominant running game, and of course his ability to lead with a questionable attitude. The best defense against that is that this guy has won throughout his career.

"I’m back to my first love – the Oakland Raiders and working with the Offensive Line. I’m a Raider for life." -- Steve Wisniewski

by S Jay Bruin on Jul 27, 2011 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions  

Cromartie being now linked to Raiders

Can anyone see the info on ESPN? i refuse to pay those a$$holes to read an article that isn’t even real news…

by TD Rader on Jul 27, 2011 4:22 PM PDT reply actions  

La ca fora is also reporting

Us as a possible destination.

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 4:29 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

I'm

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 4:30 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

I'm

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 4:30 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

I just hope we aren't offering stupid money

I like Cro he is a playmaker, he and Routt would be a pretty damn solid corner combo IMO

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 4:32 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

Cro cant tackle at all. and he cant cover quick guys.

NO thank you. lol

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 4:47 PM PDT up reply actions  

can't jam guys smaller than him, not at all the physical nature of a Raider's corner

and you saw it in divisional games the Jets played, bigtime

"tough times call for perseverance and a tough mind. I have been told that I can't play football before. We all know what happened with that. #neverquit"--Mark Herzlich

""The massive Raider Nation is beyond doubt the sleaziest and rudest and most sinister mob of thugs and wackos ever assembled."--Hunter S. Thompson

by brhynno on Jul 27, 2011 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

mhm

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 8:13 PM PDT up reply actions  

keyword: tweeted

"tough times call for perseverance and a tough mind. I have been told that I can't play football before. We all know what happened with that. #neverquit"--Mark Herzlich

""The massive Raider Nation is beyond doubt the sleaziest and rudest and most sinister mob of thugs and wackos ever assembled."--Hunter S. Thompson

by brhynno on Jul 27, 2011 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

I just got mine from DVD's twitter account

I cannot see anything about Cromartie because I’m not an insider

by Trho14 on Jul 27, 2011 4:32 PM PDT reply actions  

seeing many rumors, nothing substantial

me either…. ESPN is so stupid with that insider crap… I barely ever even look at them anymore

by TD Rader on Jul 27, 2011 4:33 PM PDT up reply actions  

Hot Damn This craziness is awesome

This is awesome craziness!

Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it.

by Rich Langford on Jul 27, 2011 4:36 PM PDT reply actions   1 recs

Hell yeah

It’s like the draft but better

I know absolutely nothing about this guy but if he is fast I say sign him up.
Long live Al

I think it's about time we all just agreed that NaS is the greatest of all-time.

by Ozraider on Jul 27, 2011 4:41 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions   1 recs

we can(ironically) thank the lockout for all this craziness

seeing as how pre-season if…. about 2 weeks away. :D

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Jul 27, 2011 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions  

fo' shizzle

Greatest training camp/preseason ever. Not that it excuses owners/players for toying with us, but this result is pretty sweet.

Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it.

by Rich Langford on Jul 27, 2011 4:56 PM PDT up reply actions  

I love it, man.

It’s so much fun. Not good for my studies or work (when I’m on here I’m either in class or at work), but fuck that.

"In football, I root for the Oakland Raiders because they hire castoffs, outlaws, malcontents, and fuck -ups, they have lots of penalties, fights, and paybacks, and because Al Davis told the rest of the pig NFL owners to go get fucked. Someday, the Raiders will be strong again, and they will dip the ball in shit and shove it down the throats of the wholesome, white, heartland teams that pray together and don't deliver late hits." - George Carlin.

by Screwfish on Jul 27, 2011 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions  

Love and Honor to those who sign early: Jones, DVD, Ausberry ... com'on Joe!

S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
"I made a trade for Seymour. ..I thought it was a great trade. Still do. [Al Davis 1/2011]
Patience advances a man to better times.

by Sons-of-Blanda on Jul 27, 2011 6:17 PM PDT reply actions  

Moore has signed as well

according to an article written by Steve Corkran.

by Trho14 on Jul 27, 2011 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions  

http://www.ibabuzz.com/oaklandraiders/2011/07/27/rookie-wr-moore-signs-revis-pumps-up-asomugha/

Link to it.

"In football, I root for the Oakland Raiders because they hire castoffs, outlaws, malcontents, and fuck -ups, they have lots of penalties, fights, and paybacks, and because Al Davis told the rest of the pig NFL owners to go get fucked. Someday, the Raiders will be strong again, and they will dip the ball in shit and shove it down the throats of the wholesome, white, heartland teams that pray together and don't deliver late hits." - George Carlin.

by Screwfish on Jul 27, 2011 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions  

YEAH BABY! (austin powers voice)

BEING 8-8 IS OK "IF THAT'S THE WORLD YOU LIVE IN" - COACH AL DAVIS

by The MoonMan 804 on Jul 28, 2011 6:10 AM PDT up reply actions  

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