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Oakland Raiders WR Martavis Bryant appreciates Jon Gruden's tough love
Wide receiver Martavis Bryant, re-signed by the Raiders on Wednesday, says he uses Jon Gruden's comments as motivation.

Martavis Bryant relishes second chance with Oakland Raiders | The Sacramento Bee
Martavis Bryant is back in the NFL after re-signing with the Oakland Raiders, focused on trying to get back up to speed in coach Jon Gruden's offense with an eye on playing this Sunday in Denver.

Film review: Raiders QB Derek Carr’s disastrous second half - Turf Show Times
Carr’s biggest adversary in the first half was the Rams’ defense. In the second half, he was playing against himself.

Johnny Holton return to Raiders includes position change - Silver And Black Pride
Twelve days ago wide receiver Johnny Holton had survived the initial roster cuts to make the Raiders 53-man roster. His spot on that roster lasted two days before he was let go in favor of street...

Denver Broncos vs. Oakland Raiders series history: AFC West rivalry
The Denver Broncos and Oakland Raiders will renew one of the league's fiercest rivalries on Sunday. But has the rivalry lost something?

Tom Flores among seven Raiders nominated for Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2019 - Silver And Black Pride
Each year there are several Raiders among the candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. This year the list of nominees starts at 91 modern era nominees. Among that long list were seven players...

AFC West

NFL owners were 'miffed' with Spanos for moving Chargers, per new book - The San Diego Union-Tribune
NFL owners were not happy with Dean Spanos for moving the Chargers to greater Los Angeles, per a new book written by Mark Leibovich.

Chargers star Joey Bosa reportedly not expected to play in Week 2 and possibly longer - CBSSports.com
The Chargers defense won't be at full strength in Buffalo

Champ Bailey among 12 former Broncos nominated for 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame
Champ Bailey is one step closer to having a bronze bust in Canton.

Broncos offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave: Preferred style is "rugged"
Only 11 running backs in Week 1 gained at least 70 yards. The Broncos had two.

Chiefs’ Dick Vermeil still proving himself... in wine business | The Kansas City Star
Thirteen years since retiring from football for a third time, former Chiefs coach Dick Vermeil still craves a sense of purpose. He’s found his in Vermeil Wines, based in his Napa Valley roots.

KC Chiefs News: Creativity is needed for Tyreek Hill to strike again - Arrowhead Pride
Chiefs headlines for Friday, September 14.

NFL News

Meet the NFL's craziest fans
A fan shows support for the Cincinnati Bengals during the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Paul Brown Stadium.

Week 2 NFL score predictions - Guide to best games, fantasy outlook, more - 2018
Winners for every matchup. Fantasy nuggets to get you through the weekend. And everything you need to catch up on Week 2. It's all here.

NFL Week 2: The computers make their picks - Business Insider
Two models predict who will win the games during Week 2 of the NFL season.

How Dallas Cowboys are wasting Dak Prescott's rookie deal, salary cap - NFL 2018
Dallas has failed to build a competent team around Dak Prescott, and it's paying for it. Here's how the Cowboys got here, and what's next.

Best celebrations of the 2018 NFL season
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Marcus Peters celebrates in the end zone after a 50-yard interception for a touchdown against the Oakland Raiders.

Seahawks sign Mychal Kendricks as he awaits possible jail time | NBC Sports Philadelphia
Despite his possible prison sentece, former Eagles LB Mychal Kendricks is signing a one-year deal to get back in the NFL. By Dave Zangaro