What to look for at today's HC press conference
by Buster Bluth on Jan 30, 2012 8:42 AM PST
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PrintIt's been pretty slow around here for news since we announced the acquisition of new head coach Dennis Allen to the Raider Nation. While we have discussed the new HC of the Raiders ad nauseam he is still the new head coach of this team and he's here to usher in a new era along with Reggie McKenzie in the story of the Oakland Raiders. Today will be the first time we will get to see the new HC and most of us don't really know a whole lot about the man. Here are some things to look for at today's press conference.
- It will interesting to see if Davis is present again at the table. Al was always there to introduce the new coaches but with McKenzie in the fold it may be his role now to handle these types of events from now on. Mark may not be as comfortable in these situations but he carried himself very well when introducing Reggie.
- Allen will be in the big chair for the first time in his career and being the youngest HC in the league, we will see how he carries himself in front of the media. I found Cable and Jackson were a little stiff and out of their comfort zone when they attended their first presser as HC of the Raiders and then learned how to deal with the media as time went on.
- Will Allen disclose what his plans are for the OC and DC positions on the Raiders and will he retain anyone from the old regime? Many would like to see Saunders stay for continuity of the offense and allow Allen to concentrate on the defensive side of the ball which requires the most attention
- Can Allen give us a sense that he can fix the penalty problems we have had over the past few years culminating to the disaster we suffered this season? All Jackson would ever say is "Believe me when I tell you we are working on it". Those types of responses only work for so long until they lose their meaning.
- What kind of defense is Allen looking to install? He ran a 4-3 in Denver but has experience in 3-4 schemes as an assistant. Although we don't have the pieces for a 3-4, I hope we see some hybrid looks.
- How does Allen feel about Palmer and whether or not he's the guy to take us to the next level?
- How can help fix one of the worst run defenses going on 5 years or so now?
- Is he going to call plays on defense or is he going to allow his DC to make those calls and concentrate on game planning and game management?
- Hopefully he and Reggie can enlighten us on what their vision is for the Raiders starting in 2012 and how we are going to get there.
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Also, I heard Bowles turned down an offer from the Raiders to be the DB coach in Philly
I’m curious as to what position he was offered. If it was to be the DB coach here then I guess I understand but if it was to be the DC then that saddens me as I thought he would be a good addition.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
I don't think it was for the DC position
Allen as the HC will really be working the defensive side of the ball anyway and he probably has in mind who he wants at DC and it’s probably someone he’s very familiar with already.
I would expect that unless that person is on the Giants or Patriots staff, then he may already be hired and it will be announced very soon.
Your team is your child...You love it no matter what.
by TheRaiderWay on Jan 30, 2012 10:01 AM PST up reply actions
I doubt it was for the DC job too
I hope he has a DC and OC to name during the press conference so we can get those 2 things hanging over heads put to bed. A young inexperienced HC will need solid veteran coordinators in my opinion and no…that doesn’t mean Chuck E. Cheese.
I’m curious to see whether Allen will call the plays defensively though or let his DC perform that task. I prefer the HC concentrate on managing the game and let the coordinators make the play calls with the HC given the power of veto.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 30, 2012 10:30 AM PST up reply actions
I'm Not Very Concerned About That "D" Which I Suspect Will Be Vastly Improved...
It’s the “O” 1st and the "ST"s 2nd that I’m most concerned about at this point…
A top 10 rated “O” is nothing to flip your nose up at so why would we sacrifice that now?…Running Al Sanders would make absolutely NO sense to me what so ever….Add in that “OL” coaching staff as well….How long has it been sense we had those 2 pluses in "OakTown?
The "ST"s was good…Not perfect but good so so I’m also hoping for continuity there…
"Tebowphobe"!!!
Will be carried live at raiders.com
Your team is your child...You love it no matter what.
by TheRaiderWay on Jan 30, 2012 10:38 AM PST up reply actions
Questions
I doubt he will answer many question in this post.
It will be on Comcast Sports Bay Area and/or Comcast Sports California
We'll learn a lot about the man today when he speaks
by the topics he stresses, the words he chooses and their content, and his demeanor, energy and body language. Much looking forward to this.
S-O-B: ITS HOW I ROLL, DEAL WITH IT.
"George Blanda ... I really believe he is the greatest clutch player in the history of this game." Al Davis
"Let no thing possess you that you do not dictate." Raymond St. Martin
by Sons-of-Blanda on Jan 30, 2012 11:49 AM PST reply actions
PRaider...
That’s a face you just want to fucking HAMMER!
by Wyoraider on Jan 30, 2012 4:40 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
LOL
Thats funny as hell because Kiffins OC was Knapp and gues who Allens first OC is…Knapp LMAO this is looking like we will have our 1st round pick next year, but I dont understand this anymore, I give up predicating things.
by RAIDER_FAN15 on Jan 30, 2012 10:01 PM PST up reply actions
Didn't we already give that pick up?
I think we traded that pick away for “TJ Who’syourmomma?”
I hope mortgaging the future of the franchise is over.
Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth.
-Mike Tyson
From Raiders.com
RAIDERS: Raiders to introduce Head Coach Dennis Allen at noon PT today – watch press conference live at http://t.co/VaQmHRVy.</blockquote>
"Tebowphobe"!!!
Ok i'm watching the live stream at Raiders.com
Where’s Dennis the Menace??
Got my headphones on and i’m ready for this new era baby!
The Oakland Raiders - Under New Management
Mark Davis, Reggie MacKenzie, Dennis Allen
All the best, now let’s go!
"Today I step into the shoes of a great man, a man by the name of Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho."
i wouldnt say all the best
thats a lot of kool-aid. they can be the best they just have to prove it first
It was more of a well wish than anything else
Don’t read too much into it until the games start.
"Today I step into the shoes of a great man, a man by the name of Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho."
by S Jay Bruin on Jan 30, 2012 12:17 PM PST up reply actions
"...We are going to become a tough,smart, committed football team..."
by AuthenticA'sfan on Jan 30, 2012 12:14 PM PST reply actions
In that shot he looks like he should be out on the lanes in a purple jumpsuit ...
Saying “Nobody Fucks with The Jesus!”
by Brett J Valjalo on Jan 31, 2012 1:06 PM PST up reply actions
On Offense we're gonna be up-tempo, aggressive, fast, we'll run the football
and we’ll be explosive on the passing game
WAS GOOOOD YALL?!
Allen seems enthusiastic. I hope what he is saying comes to fruition soon. The Raiders have the type of athletes to play aggressively, fast, but maybe not intelligent. IT CAN BE FIXED THOUGH! I hope the hatin donkeys eat their words in the next few years.
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:18 PM PST reply actions
Allen is already repeating himself regularly
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
Alright, we are getting all our slogans in still
Al Davis lives on!
"Today I step into the shoes of a great man, a man by the name of Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho."
his number 1 priority is to keep chuck b away from the organization
by AuthenticA'sfan on Jan 30, 2012 12:20 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Lots of power words going on
Coach Allen has read his Coaching 101 book, seems like an uptempo guy.
"Today I step into the shoes of a great man, a man by the name of Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho."
"We've got change our habits (penalties) it starts with how you operate practica
We’ll preach discipline, we’ll preach fundamentals day and day out so the players fall in line"
Doug W, I live in my mothers basement, I just have a quick question....
-What will you do to keep Chuck B away from this team?
by AuthenticA'sfan on Jan 30, 2012 12:22 PM PST reply actions
reggie when you made your list was coach allen on the top of your list?
what a stupid question. Is he going to say no? dumb question
"I don't think radical changes need to be made (on Defense)"
“I feel like that’s a talented defense, we’ve got enough players on D and O to win Championships”
I hope allen can help turn into RORO into the player he could be.
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:24 PM PST reply actions
He's not talking about the staff, he says that's a work in progress
Looks like he’s gonna search for his guy on Offense, he says he’ll exploring opportunities, wouldn’t commit to Al Saunders
KEEP SAUNDERS MAYNE!!
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:25 PM PST reply actions
No, just wouldn't commit to Saunders, he says he'll look at the options
But didn’t say whether he’ll keep him or not
not exactly
He said he will be exploring options, he said Saunders is ‘…still under contract…’’ so yeah, he sounded like he was trying to respectfully say, I want to go anther way
by RaiderPride20 on Jan 30, 2012 12:29 PM PST up reply actions
sounded like he was being respectful
and will be hiring another oc, to me as well
Glad to hear he won't call plays
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
He looks commited to Carson Palmer though
He says he spoke to him and he’s excited about this new direction (Carson is)
I want that haircut.
The chicks will dig it.
by AuthenticA'sfan on Jan 30, 2012 12:31 PM PST up reply actions
is it just me
or does he look like he could be freddi b’s kid
Palmer. so no peyton then mr. allen?
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:31 PM PST reply actions
id love for him to be.
Take him over palmer 9/10 times. that one being injury concerns.
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:32 PM PST up reply actions
"If you want people to believe in what you're selling, you've got to believe it yourself"
“We’re looking for smart, tough, committed football players, and we’ll not settle for anything else”
4-3 3-4 question. “multiple” " a lot of different thangs"
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:34 PM PST reply actions
"4-3 3-4
who cares were going to have different looks and be aggressive." When he said that a tear came to my eye
by dawad34 on Jan 30, 2012 12:35 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
I liked that response too
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 30, 2012 12:37 PM PST up reply actions
you expect something different from a raiders head coach?
or any head coach for that matter
Dangerously? Yea.
by TooShort2Play on Jan 30, 2012 12:37 PM PST up reply actions
Intersting that he mentioned the secondary as an area to fix
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
With a full offseason and hopefully a healthy bunch backing him up
I think Carson can win us games. Especially if the defense improves.
What do you expect?
We paid a HUGE price for him? Why would we not commit to the guy at this point? He’s not the best QB but he’s the best QB we have.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 30, 2012 12:50 PM PST up reply actions
He's Good If Not Great In The Right Systen???
"Tebowphobe"!!!
by PantyRaider on Jan 30, 2012 12:56 PM PST up reply actions
Not even close to great...I'll go with good most days.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 31, 2012 4:24 AM PST up reply actions
That was how long ago?
Also, that was college.
Carson hasn’t even sniffed the jock strap of greatness since 2005
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 31, 2012 5:56 AM PST up reply actions
http://espn.go.com/blog/afcwest/post/_/id/39314/should-oakland-trade-mcfadden If they EVEN think about it then they better THINK anout bringin Peyton in!!! DMC BE STAYIN!!!
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:38 PM PST reply actions
I'm not sure Peyton is going to play football again
The surgery he had was major and he’s not a young QB anymore.
As far as I'm concerned
the guy should just retire and become the Colts QB coach or OC. He basically runs that offense anyway.
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"Tebowphobe"!!!
"I definitely think we have playoff caliber talent"
“We’ve got holes we need to fill out, we need to bring the best people”
doesnt feel like one?
i respect palmer but he doesnt exactly “feel” like a raider either
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:41 PM PST up reply actions
He does, I knew I was going to get that reply, specially from someone who asked for Peyton a few minutes ago
Palmer does have that feel, but you will say, I said that, because I support Palmer….Peyton is just not a Raider
by RaiderPride20 on Jan 30, 2012 12:42 PM PST up reply actions
i support palmer as well
but id prefer peyton if there is a chance. Nah i dont get that “feeling” from him.
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:44 PM PST up reply actions
of course hes a raider
so thats why there is a “feeling”. I know AL coveted the dude back in his USC days i understand that point of view
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:45 PM PST up reply actions
"I think the fact that i've been in this division is an advantage to me"
“At the end of the day we need to defeat the chiefs, broncos, this is a very very competitive division, i know what im up against” – Dennis
"We want to play the best players, those who make the best plays and prevent plays"
“If not we’ll make to look changes, we’ll evaluate every single player on this team and get them to play their best”
awww shit
finally a good question what about good ole death row!
HomeTown Boy Will Walk...God'ol Boy Society!!!
"Tebowphobe"!!!
by PantyRaider on Jan 30, 2012 12:50 PM PST up reply actions
Lol talking about McClain
“we need to make him play better, he is a very talented player and he can make an impact on this defense”
Looks like Rolando is on a short leash
Can't wait till training camp!
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 12:49 PM PST reply actions
Time will tell if this was the best move for us
We have a rookie GM bringing in a rookie HC…no one knows for sure if either of these guys are the best for us but I blindly trust them as a loyal Raider fan.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
if the players buy in then i think they will be successful
they seem to know what they are talking about and both have pretty good pedigrees
Dennis will demand respect from his players
I liked the part when he said he’ll tell the players that he’s looking for hard-working, tough, smart, commited men, and if they didnt have it in them they’ll look for someone else
It's over
Things we know:
-Every player will be evaluated.
-He wants and aggressive, smart, tough football team.
-Coaching staff is still a work in progress.
-He wouldn’t commit to Al Saunders, and yeah it may be likely that he wants “his guy” running the O.
-He wants to preach discipline and consistency and won’t tolerate stupid penalties.
-Rolando McClain is on a short leash (confirmed by Reggie)
-He seems commited to Carson Palmer.
-On offense he wants to be explosive (like the Saints).
-On defense he wants to get after the QB and create turnovers (like the 09 Saints).
This:
“I think a head coach’s job, and a coach in general, is to lead, motivate and inspire. That’s what our job is to do. We’ve got to lead these men so they want to follow us. We’ve got to motivate them to play better than ever before. We’ve got to inspire them to heights of greatness. Those are the things that we want to try to do with this football team.” ~Raiders coach Dennis Allen
"Tebowphobe"!!!
He has never been a DC in the nfl
Quite frankly, I dont understand all the hype surrounding the guy from everyone posting here. Maybe hes a great coach, I don’t know a damn thing about the guy, but I don’t think all the people posting BOWLES FOR DC know anything about him either…
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 7:53 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Looking forward to seeing how the coaching staff shapes up
Even though I probably won’t be familiar with any of the names that get hired. It’ll be an interesting offseason.
I just hope we keep Al Saunders
The team needs continuity and Saunders is known as one of the best offensive minds in the NFL right now, better keep him, he suits our offensive talent well
i wonder when they will announce the rest of the coaching staff
once again all the other teams have filled out their whole coaching staff except the raiders. i doubt any will come from the giants or pats so lets get the show on the road
Welcome to the Silver & Black, Dennis Allen!
by AuthenticA'sfan on Jan 30, 2012 1:35 PM PST reply actions
As a new Raiduh fan with CP3 trade...
Any specific comments from Allen re: if he has spoken to Carson yet?
He mentioned that he talked with Carson.
He said Carson seems excited about the future.
If "CP3" Is Excited Than So Am I....That Speak Loudly That We Will Maintain That Top 10 (#9) Rated "O"!!!
"Tebowphobe"!!!
As an ex-Bengali...
If Carson is excited, that’s saying a LOT!!!!
Carson is very even-keeled and stoic so showing excitement is quite a statement!!!!
he must feel he’s in heaven after the hell in Bengali-land.
We all know the type of hell that Carson went through there was not associated to their W/L record Panty
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 5:12 PM PST up reply actions
I'm liking this guy
I really think I would be upset if he put his staff together in less than a week or actually 4 days from his contract signing. We should start seeing things move forward now that the team has got the formalities out of the way.
He seams as though he likes Palmer, said he has spoke with him so that is good. He says he wants an explosive passing game. I see good things for the team.
I sure was happy to hear him say he is going to be the game manager and will not be calling the plays for the O or the D. Sweet stuff we are actually moving into the age of modern football.
"Committed To Excellence" Mostly just "Committed" though
From Corkran:
Allen said he is in the process of putting
together his staff. Offensive coordinator Al Saunders is under consideration, he said, as are the remaining coaches from Jackson’s staff.
McKenzie and Allen have spoken with quarterback Carson Palmer, with McKenzie meeting with Palmer face to face.
Both said they are excited about the prospect of Palmer being the starting quarterback next season.
“He’s excited, and we’re excited for him,” McKenzie said.
McKenzie said every player will be evaluated in the coming days, including the 20 players eligible to become free agents. That list includes Campbell.
Allen said he will be involved in every aspect of the team. However, he intends to let his coordinators handle the play-calling duties.
"Tebowphobe"!!!
If Saunders is retained
I do not expect Jason Campbell to be back, after the, “Real quarterback” comment Al made when we acquired Carson.
Although I would hope Jason returns
I'm Thinking We Keep Saunders And Bring In A Play Caller...Prolley That "Duck" "OC"...
"Tebowphobe"!!!
you keep saying that Panty but i have to disagree, the only way we keep Saunders is if he is the playcaller
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 5:14 PM PST up reply actions
GREAT news on Carson from both Reggie (face-to-face!) and Allen!
I hope Al Saunders is retained for the sake of continuity as well as being a first class OC in his own right.
Al comes from the “Air Coryell” school with GREAT mentors.
I’d love to trade McFadden as we seem to have more than adequate RBs in Bush and TJ. Draft picks would be more helpful than an oft-injured RB.
Unless we can get a great deal for McFadden, I don't want him going anywhere
Yeah, this season was rough, but it was bad for a lot of players (injury-wise). I’d rather have a Darren McFadden for 12-13 regular season games than a gamble of a draft pick. I also haven’t seen enough of Jones to tell me how good he can be. And Bush clearly was getting worn down by the end of the season.
I would not be confident at all with a bush/jones backfield
Not until jones shows MUCH more.
I love bush as the #2 in a 1-2 punch. As the #1? Don’t like it. didn’t like it. wouldn’t like it.
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 2:32 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Plus, if you're going to get on DMC for injuries
You’d have to tread Jones the same. How many games was he active for this season? I have high hopes for the kid, but this season I got to see practically nothing from him so I wouldn’t be willing to get rid of McFadden for a Bush/Jones combo right now.
I Think The Issue Is To Share The Reps And Keep Them All Fresh...
Why go out and try to destroy one by running them into the ground while crying “Next”!!!
"Tebowphobe"!!!
You havent been around very long brother, Mcfadden is absolutely INCREDIBLE when healthy and has averaged 12-13 games per season before this past year
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 5:15 PM PST up reply actions
"But I will tell you I'm committed to coach Dennis Allen," McKenzie said, "and what we're going to do in the next few years."
"Tebowphobe"!!!
I hope the fans don't jump down Allen's throat if he doesn't have instant success.
I want some stability around here for once.
Think of McFadden as
Bo Jackson, he’s not there for the full season, but it’s OK because the impact he makes.
Hopefully he’ll avoid the injuries Bo got, and stick around for a long time. Worth it for 10 great games per year.
As for Coach Allen, is there anywhere to see the full press conference posted?
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exactly. Everyones jumpin the gun on trading him. Yea it sucks he's frequently injured but when he does play he can single handily win us games. Now with palmer mcfadden doesnt have to be the focal point anymore.
with Campbell Mcfadden was the offense. In addition to that Mcfadden should now get more yardage per attempt than ever. Not only is our O line getting better but now defense’s cant stack the box waiting for him to run and forcing campbell to throw. Palmer has the ability to air it out and frequently does. If they keep stacking the box then Palmer going deep, they spread out, mcfadden tares off a huge run. Typically the dynamic duo is QB-WR, I see it next year as QB-RB.
Exactly! Do we really want to trade one of the most dynamic players in the league BEFORE we have seen him on the field with Carson Palmer?!
They played one half together and thats it, together they could be the best running back/Quarterback combination in the entire league. It doesnt make sense to trade him before we see how they can play together
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 5:17 PM PST up reply actions
NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP
They didn't even get a half of action together, he got hurt on that short pass from Kyle Boller
before they put Carson in
yeah but Davis is paying DMac for a full annual salary. Its very dissapointing seeing him on the sidelines for the better part of the last 3 seasons.
And although McFadden is/was a great runner, he is nowhere near what Bo was. Bo was a BEAST. Its always fun to watch his highlights….dammn shame his career was short lived.
He played 12 and 13 games the two previous years, he is not as injury prone as it seems its just we lose so much when he is out
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 5:18 PM PST up reply actions
I wouldn't say it's an insult to Bo at all to compare the two
Mcfadden is the closest thing around and his highlights are pretty damn nice too.
I am frustrated with his injuries too but you just can’t sell low at a talent of his age…
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 7:27 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I dont think he's comparing them talent wise
Just saying that when you have a player thats very talented like those 2 (again not comparing their talents just saying they’re both very special) you’ve got stay with them even if they miss a couple of games per year, they’re THAT much valuable to the team
???? Closer than I thought
BO TOTAL 38 games 515 att 2,782 yards 5.4 per 73.2 avg per game 16 td
DMAC 45 games 553 att 2627 yards 4.8 per 58.4 avg per gm 16 td
Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP
PFT is reporting that Dennis Allen is commited to Carson Palmer as his starter in 2012
“New Raiders head coach Dennis Allen told Mike Florio and Russ Thaler on NBC Sportstalk that Palmer "absolutely" will be the Raiders’ starter in Week One of the 2012 season.”
yes I saw the interview on NBC Sportstalk.
He did say “absolutely” Carson will be the starter opening day.
If RB Bush walks....
We should have either Marshawn Lynch or Peyto Hillis on speed dial. No way should we drop McFragile. Even if we only get 6 good games out of the guy, thats still 6 good games.
Agreed, Lynch would be AMAZING
Imagine those 2 splitting carries, 10 each, and Taiwan getting 5 or 6 per game, 3 headed monster. Plus, now we have Palmer with a full offseason, and a healthy DHB, Moore, Ford. <—- BEAST offense, I do not fear calling that offense top 5 with NE, GB, NO, DET. What I fear is the D, but I trust Allen to turn it around. (btw the O should keep Saunders to really be considered top 5, they would not set bakc TOO much, but they would set back a little if we lost him)
by RaiderPride20 on Jan 30, 2012 4:51 PM PST up reply actions
seattle will never let him get away
He carried that shit offense and hes incredibly popular. Hillis I could see fitting in here if bush walks
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 7:29 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I don't like Hillis at all, though.
If he came super cheap, fine, but I think he’s overrated.
look at his 2010
I don’t think hes that good but he isn’t the bust from last year either. I am assuming he comes relatively cheap. If bush walks he absolutely has to be replaced by a big back. (reece could also fill this bill imo, depending on who the oc is… Reece was criminally under used by baby huey)
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 9:03 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I just see Hillis as a one year wonder
but I’m sure he could be decent in an offense like ours, with more explosive playmakers. I’ll admit that Cleveland isn’t exactly a great place to thrive. Totally agree that Reece was horribly under utilized last season.
Like I said, I’d be alright if Hillis came to us cheap. But I really didn’t like him sitting out due to strep throat and all that jazz this season. Granted, I don’t know how sick he actually was, but he certainly didn’t come off very well over the course of this season.
what are you talking about?
2011: 16 gp
2010: 14 gp
2009: 16 gp
2008: 15 gp
2007: 15 gp
2006: 15 gp
WHY YOU MAKE UP BULLSHIT?
by SmashmouthFB on Jan 30, 2012 5:27 PM PST up reply actions
If you have no idea what you are talking about, shut up, it makes you look retarded.
by SmashmouthFB on Jan 30, 2012 5:57 PM PST up reply actions
Nnamdi didn't miss that many games due to injury
He wouldn’t have been the most coveted free agent on the market this year if he were as fragile as you’re making him out to be. The reason Al didn’t go after Nnamdi this time around is probably because Al priced himself out of the whole thing with the huge contract he gave the guy last time. Then Philly gets him for what we’re paying Routt. It was a bad move as far as I’m concerned, but let’s not suddenly pretend that Nnamdi wasn’t great (or never played) when he was with us.
by Chris2814 on Jan 30, 2012 6:59 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
i am not saying he wasnt a great coner back. All I go by are the memories of every game Ive watched/listened to. And there were quite a few games where his ankle had just enough issues...
To where he would consider himself done for that game…enough to where his contributions were irrelevent to those games. GRANTED, he had plenty of productive games, more than DMac on a per season basis. But his ankle was an issue every year. That memory sticks out. Al franchised him so many times, and I would have guaranteed had he not had any injuries his last year or two, Al would have done more to try and keep him. OTHERWISE, this issue wouldnt be debated.
I do not remember ever considering Nnamdi as injury prone, even the slightest bit
His not being resigned was only about money and age, it had nothing to do with a past history of injuries that only you remember him having. He was not injury prone at all and previous injuries had nothing to do with him not being resigned. Maybe Al thought he was going to start being injured but the stats do not lie, look them up anywhere. He played all the damn time injured or not man, he was in no way injury prone
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 7:12 PM PST up reply actions
Oh wait, I was talking about Amdi Nasomugha, the defensive back for the Brisbane Raiders. the Rugby team. What are u guys talking about ??????????
Lol, everybody is a statistician…thanks alot google. Idc, hes still a sellout.
Its not about stas, its about actually WATCHING the games
You would know all this if you took your time and tune in to a Raiders game every once in a while
Cb eagles left because he wanted to join the dream team
It was always his dream to be an eagle. Fuckim.
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 7:33 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I loved cb eagles when he was here
But he left so fuckim. Not FUCK HIM!!!!! as in I hate the guy… Fuckim as in hes gone, I dont give 2 shits one way or another.
by lchristmas on Jan 30, 2012 7:35 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
if you followed the games and not have to rely on stats, you would understand, you big bandwagon ho.
That is a ridiculous comment, other people that watched the games also are calling your injury prone claim bullshit
"We want to win. The Raider fans deserve it. The Raider players deserve it, even my organization deserves it. You have to win and you have to win with a vision for the Super Bowl. That's our passion here."--Al Davis
"Winning isn't everything, but wanting to win is."--Vince Lombardi
by Marcus Allen Krause on Jan 30, 2012 7:12 PM PST up reply actions
wow, no way... you guys are high. JUST BECAUSE HE CAME IN FOR A PLAY OR TWO doesnt mean he contributed to the entire game. you mean to tell me he didnt have ankle issues?
He was on a full time " questionable" list. He even brought that to Philly.
But he still ended up playing in most of those games
As far as I remember. Which, granted, could be wrong, but I don’t remember him missing more than a few games in a season. At most.
Anyway, doesn't matter
He’s gone now, and we need to find someone to fill his shoes in the secondary.
you're right. i guess I focused more on when he did get hurt, probably because that was the only time he got any attention from the announcers..
They never threw to him. Doesn’t matter, if Dmac gets hurt again early in the season, its our loss. I was at the game when Bo got hurt. Very similar running style; aggressive. Some guys are just injury prone as welp, and theres nothing you can do about that.
I liked what I watched out of Allen. He seems very confident in what he is going to bring for us.
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
Coordinator
Looks like we just got Greg Knapp as OC, Saunders out
On the other hand back then we had the McCown/Culpepper/Jamarcus QB carousel
I guess I’ll just wait see
Hmmm
Knapp’s only saving grace to me is that he was coaching this team when Jabustus was here. That in itself must have been horribly painful. This time he has a real QB to work with. I hope he has watched this team, because this offense has potential. DMC was in a perfect system to allow him to excel. I hope he doesn’t change that aspect of the offense. Everyone else can adjust accordingly. Complete change of the system. Don’t like it much but I’ll give it a chance. Damn Raiders, always unpredictable.
by lakers007raiders on Jan 30, 2012 10:51 PM PST up reply actions
AHHHHH!!! Blake Griffin is such a beast!!!!
we’re cheap, like to drink and are pissed off.
WHO WANTS A FREE SHARPIE?? -- Blake Griffin
Dudes good
Get one more piece and I think you guys are legit. If he starts playing better D and starts assuming more leadership (even with Paul and Billips there) he could be pretty damn good. Clippers are doing well enough so far, enjoy it man, been a while for you all :)
by lakers007raiders on Jan 30, 2012 10:54 PM PST up reply actions
Fassel left to StL
"I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world." - Tupac Amaru Shakur
"The greatest hypnotist on the planet Earth is an oblong box in the corner in the room. It is constantly telling us what to believe is real. If you can persuade people that what they see with their eyes is what there is to see you've got them. Because they'll laugh in your face of an explanation then which portrays the big picture of what's happenin'
... and they have."
"Lots of people in America know that the system is fucked up. All of them know it. I think everybody in this country knows the government’s corrupt. They’re conscious of it, but they’re not gonna do a fucking thing about it. There are people that will, and me, I consider those people revolutionary"- Immortal Technique
by RaiderKilluminati on Jan 30, 2012 10:54 PM PST reply actions
Wow! Greg Knapp... really???
Jim Mora Jr. might be laughing in LA right now, or thinking "NO WAY", even though they are best friends.
Knapp was the main reason why Mora was fired by the Seahawks after just ONE season.
Knapp is a very poor choice for this football team at this time
I don’t see fast, up-tempo, aggressive offense when I think of Knapp. He is more of a run up the gut repeatedly type of guy to try and wear teams down. We didn’t do a very good job of that most times last year. Knapp is a very predictable play caller which is why Cable stripped him of the play calling duties…that and to save his job.
I’m not very happy with this move AT ALL. Plus losing Fassel was not a good move either. If Allen said he wanted to retain some assistants…he’s picking the wrong ones. You are off to a very bad start coach Allen. We needed a very strong hand on the offensive wheel and you choose someone who will run this offense at a very average level.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
+1....Not A Very Promising Outlook At Present!!!...But Maybe He Has Learned Something Sense Leaving???
The work he did in Houston was impressive if it was he who did it?…Could do wonders for Pryor
"Tebowphobe"!!!
He was just the QB coach there...
I admire his ability to help prepare Yates to keep their ship afloat but as an OC, Knapp is a below mediocre talent and will not move this team into the direction Allen promised yesterday. This is supposed to be a new era…not a re-tread era.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 31, 2012 5:57 AM PST up reply actions
Knapp?!! That's the best you could do coach Allen?
I can understand not keeping Saunders but to ditch him for Knapp?? Really? Are you just hiring friends Coach Allen? I was very optimistic about hiring Dennins Allen but this move I’m not too happy with. Might have to say goodbye to that top 10 offense we had..
I hate being overly pessimistic but this move has rookie HC written all over it
He’s bringing in someone he’s comfortable with and someone that will serve as a “yes” man rather than someone who might challenge him in a good way. Knapp has not proven to be a successful OC in his last 4-5 years as an OC. Why not bring in an up and coming guy or just keep Saunders? Why dip back into the past to find someone who strives for competence. Everyone hated our vanilla defense in the past…well we are about to see some vanilla offense next season.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 31, 2012 6:04 AM PST up reply actions
It just doesn't make sense with what Allen said at the press conference
Knapp is the exact opposite of aggressive, up-tempo, and fast. He is slow, prodding, and predictable. He will make us the easiest team to game plan for defensively around the league. We will have to win on talent alone without any help from good and creative play calling.
You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.
by Buster Bluth on Jan 31, 2012 6:49 AM PST up reply actions
I also forgot to mention Knapp uses zone blocking.
Last time we used zone blocking we f’n sucked at it!! Palmer might get injured this season since he has no escapability. Our O line will probably regress back to shitty. FUUUCK! I went from being excited about the new coach to being extremely disappointed. What a roller coaster of emoitions it is to be a RAIDER fan.
Hope TJ Housh never talk to Palmer about Knapp
TJ had constantly criticized over Knapp’s play-calling… and looked down on Greg in Seattle.
Cornwell takes issue with NFLPA leader Smith in 11-page letter...Just When We Thought That "CBA" Crap Was Over???
INDIANAPOLIS — David Cornwell has sent an 11-page letter to all fellow agents, detailing flaws in DeMaurice Smith’s candidacy for NFL Players Association executive leadership.
Smith’s contract is up in March, and Cornwell, a longtime attorney and agent who opposed Smith for the NFLPA executive director job after Gene Upshaw’s 2008 death, has sent a memo around the league making a case against renewing Smith’s contract.
“Despite my greatest hopes, my personal experience reveals that (Smith’s) vision in 2008 was little more than an inside Washington political campaign — high on style, low on substance,” Cornwell wrote in the memo, a copy of which was obtained. “(His) grandiose pronouncements did not translate into meaningful progress in the business of playing football. Rather than advancing the partnership between players and team owners, the new 10 year CBA relegated NFL players’ status to mere employees.”
LoL!!!…Now just do the same about Goodhal and I’m a happy matha!!!
"Tebowphobe"!!!
Change is always ill received
I have no doubt that Coach Allen wants to succeed as a HC and he saw something he liked in Knapp when they were both working in the Falcons staff, only time will tell if these are all good moves or not. Sadly there’s nothing we can do about it, lets just hope Coach Allens vision comes to frutition and we become that smart, aggressive, tough football team that dominates the opposition.
On the surface it doesnt look good, but as i’ve said before: I’m all in baby!
Take us to the Playoffs Coach Allen, I believe in you!
Just Hope The Hell He Wasn't Smoking Crack When He Made This Hire!!!....LoL!!!
All I can do at this point is laugh…NOT out of happiness for my Raiders NO!!!….Out of pure unadulterated “Disgust” and delusional ________ _____________ ______________ n __________!!!!!
I can’t even speak such terrible things!!!
Kum-Ba-Ya!!!…It will all work out just fine!!!
RIGHT!!!….I’m Takin A Fucken Napp!!!
"Tebowphobe"!!!
What's the definition of insanity??
doing the same thing and expecting different results. Art Shell?? Chuck B??? anybody. Why do the raiders continue to do this? nobdoy else does…they don’t make it easy on us.
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