Those who went out on a limb this preseason and said Derek Carr and the Oakland Raiders would be dominant this year have looked like sooth sayers. They have seen those prognostications realized. We Actually kind of saw this coming last preseason. We had a couple exclusive conversations in the summer of 2015, with Jim Nantz and Tony Gonzalez, about the potential of the Raiders … [Read more...] about Derek Carr, Khalil Mack and the Oakland Raiders Have Arrived
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Why Do LSU Quarterbacks Fail in the NFL? Josh Booty Explains
Editor's note: this feature on Josh Booty and LSU quarterbacks is by guest contributor Crissy Froyd Over the years, LSU has produced some incredible athletes who have achieved exceptional NFL careers. However, there’s one particular position the Tigers have always struggled with- quarterback. After all, it's been 43 years since Bert Jones, the last LSU QB to truly have a … [Read more...] about Why Do LSU Quarterbacks Fail in the NFL? Josh Booty Explains
Derek Carr: Oakland Raiders Quarterback a NFL MVP Favorite
“When you have that kind of confidence in your quarterback, it changes the dynamics on your squad,” said NFL Network Analyst Bucky Brooks about Derek Carr. Brooks made the comment after watching Carr lead the Raiders to a comeback victory over the defending NFC Champion Carolina Panthers despite a dislocated pinkie finger on his throwing hand. Yes, on his throwing hand. … [Read more...] about Derek Carr: Oakland Raiders Quarterback a NFL MVP Favorite
Oakland Raiders vs New England Patriots New Media Obsession
Are you ready to re-fight and replay the infamous "Tuck Rule Game?" Otherwise known as the Snow Bowl or the Snow Job, the 2001 AFC Divisional Playoff game was played on January 19, 2002 and it was the final game in the history of Foxboro Stadium. The New England Patriots beat the Oakland Raiders 16-13 in one of the most controversial games of all time. The Pats then went on to … [Read more...] about Oakland Raiders vs New England Patriots New Media Obsession
Napoleon Harris “Went Hulk Hogan” on Muggers Pat Fitzgerald Heard
Last week Napoleon Harris had an experience that rivals a blockbuster Hollywood crime drama. Harris, a Chicago native and current resident of Flossmoor, IL is a member of the Illinois Senate representing the 15th district since 2013. He's also an owner of two Beggar's Pizza franchises; a very popular chain exclusive to the Chicago south lands. When closing up shop at his … [Read more...] about Napoleon Harris “Went Hulk Hogan” on Muggers Pat Fitzgerald Heard
Ex Raiders LB Napoleon Harris Fends Off Muggers; Helps Catch Murder Suspects
Take a seat because this Napoleon Harris story is one that you've got to consume. I first knew Harris as a star on one of the most crazy athletic high school basketball teams of all time. On that Thornton Township high school hoops team with Napoleon Harris (Thornton Wildcats class of '97) was- former 49ers wide receiver Tai Streets, former Pittsburgh Steelers star Antwaan … [Read more...] about Ex Raiders LB Napoleon Harris Fends Off Muggers; Helps Catch Murder Suspects
Jihad Ward: Bright Spot in Illini Football’s Very Bad Week
One year ago at this time, who would have thought that a member of the 2015 Illinois Fighting Illini would become a starter on a NFL team in 2016? Yes, Defensive End Jihad Ward was a second round pick by the Oakland Raiders out of Illinois this past April. He's started the first two games this year at end for the silver and black. He deems himself an "Illini for life" too. … [Read more...] about Jihad Ward: Bright Spot in Illini Football’s Very Bad Week
Raiders Developing Triplets: Derek Carr, Latavius Murray, Amari Cooper
On the heels of an instant classic finish last Sunday between the Oakland Raiders and New Orleans Saints, there’s talk the Raiders will make the leap this season. Perhaps the win, and more importantly, the way that they won (with cajones, chutzpah, stones, or let’s just call it like it is WITH BALLS!) could vault them up the AFC West division this season. NFL Network … [Read more...] about Raiders Developing Triplets: Derek Carr, Latavius Murray, Amari Cooper
Oakland Raiders Last Day in L.A. Profiled on NFL Network Tonight
It's Oakland Raiders; not L.A. Raiders. The former sounds right, perfect even while the latter, sounds just not quite right. Las Vegas Raiders sounds just....well, too awkward and hopefully it won't come to that. Monday night brought the official return of a Los Angeles NFL team playing a regular season game. Of course, the Rams-Niners contest was a NFL game in pooh emoji … [Read more...] about Oakland Raiders Last Day in L.A. Profiled on NFL Network Tonight
Raiders QB Derek Carr is Taking the Next Step Forward
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr had a very impressive box score during NFL kickoff weekend, and it's likely indicative of the season to come. Already a Pro Bowl level passer, Carr might be on his way to becoming a Rich Gannon, or dare I say it, Ken Stabler/Jim Plunkett level legend in Oakland. Carr teamed up to wide receiver Michael Crabtree to give us, arguably, "the … [Read more...] about Raiders QB Derek Carr is Taking the Next Step Forward