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Gradkowski takes over starting QB gig for Raiders

The Oakland Raiders benched former No. 1 overall pick JaMarcus Russell on Wednesday, handing the starting job to journeyman Bruce Gradkowski for the foreseeable future.

Chiefs win 7th straight in Oakland, 16-10

The Kansas City Chiefs might want to think about moving to Oakland — or at least trying to play the Raiders more often.

Ellis out for Raiders

Defensive end Greg Ellis is inactive for the Oakland Raiders on Sunday against Kansas City with an injured shoulder and knee.

NOW calls for Raiders coach Cable to be suspended

The National Organization for Women called on the Oakland Raiders to suspend coach Tom Cable while the team investigates allegations he has a history of violent behavior toward women.

LT scores twice, Bolts get lucky 13th vs. Raiders

Some things never change in San Diego, such as the great weather and LaDainian Tomlinson and the San Diego Chargers beating the hapless Oakland Raiders.

2 women accuse Raiders coach of violent behavior

The former wife of Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable and a recent girlfriend claim Cable has a history of violent behavior toward women, and asked that he seek help for his anger.

Cable says Russell understands benching

There was a bit of a disconnect between coach and quarterback following the latest blowout loss for the Oakland Raiders.

Opportunistic Jets beat Raiders 38-0

With a ball-hawking defense and a punishing running game, the New York Jets took the pressure off struggling rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez and handed the Oakland Raiders their most lopsided home loss ever.

Cable thankful for DA's decision

Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable made his first public comments Friday since learning he would not be charged for an alleged assault against a former assistant, saying he was thankful for the district attorney's decision.

NFL's Raiders-Jets game to be blacked out locally

The Oakland Raiders' home game against the New York Jets on Sunday will be blacked out locally because the team did not sell out the game in time.

Raiders excited about Schilens' return

When Chaz Schilens went down in training camp with a broken left foot, the Oakland Raiders passing game never recovered.

Raiders coach won't be charged in alleged assault

Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable won't face charges after being investigated over allegations that he assaulted one of his assistants, ending a two-month saga that was a cloud over the team's season.

Raiders look to put together 2 straight wins

The Oakland Raiders followed up their first win this season by losing three straight games by at least 20 points for the first time in franchise history.

Raiders overpower Eagles 13-9

The Oakland Raiders provided an emphatic answer to the skeptics dishing out barbs the last few weeks.

Eagles, Raiders lose key players

Philadelphia left tackle Jason Peters is among three Eagles scheduled for MRI exams on Monday following injuries during Sunday's 13-9 loss at Oakland.

Raiders receiver getting closer to playing

Oakland wide receiver Chaz Schilens practiced without pain for a second straight day but is still likely a week away from returning to the Raiders lineup.

Raiders blacked out for second time this season

The Oakland Raiders' home game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday will be blacked out locally because the team did not sell out the game in time.

Raiders re-sign OL Langston Walker

The Oakland Raiders re-signed offensive lineman Langston Walker on Wednesday and waived fullback Oren O'Neal with an injury.

Cable says Raiders need to eliminate distractions

After watching his team endure yet another blowout loss, Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable said one of the keys to getting his team back on track is to eliminate distractions.

Manning shines as Giants beat Raiders 44-7

Eli Manning and his hurting heel, even for less than a half, were more than enough for the New York Giants against the hapless Oakland Raiders.

Eli Manning active for game with Raiders

After a week of worry, quarterback Eli Manning started for the New York Giants against the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.

Raiders' defensive line showing signs of life

It was no surprise that Tommy Kelly's best game in more than two years turned out to be little more than an afterthought.

Raiders O-line faces tough test vs. Giants

Facing the New York Giants defensive line is a tough enough task for an offensive line in the best of circumstances. The banged-up Oakland Raiders have to do it this week with backups in three of the five spots.

Raiders re-sign Russell, release Miller

The Oakland Raiders brought back running back Gary Russell and released kick returner Justin Miller.

NFL watching as alleged coaches fight probed

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is watching as authorities investigate allegations that Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable assaulted one of his assistants.

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Seymour: 'This is where I want to be' - AFC West - ESPN
Source: ESPN.com

It has been nearly seven weeks since Richard Seymour's world turned upside down. Although he's clearly still adjusting to his trade from New England to Oakland, Seymour insists he's happy with the Raiders.

Isiah Thomas blasts Magic Johnson over criticisms in new book - Ian Thomsen - SI.com
Source: CNN

Some drama from the basketball world. When he heard the criticisms from his former friend Magic Johnson in a soon-to-be-released book, Isiah Thomas said he'd had enough. And so he began to fight back.

Giants' Pierce: Sorry Raiders 'need some guidance'
Source: Fox Sports

Oakland has been called an NFL laughingstock by both the media and Raider haters. Now the criticism is coming from players around the league.

Probing Question: Is the Ark of the Covenant real?
Source: PhysOrg.com

The quest to find the real Ark has inspired generations of adventurers and Hollywood directors, but the trail has always gone cold.

There's Only One Man to Beat (poem to KC Chiefs)

There's only one man to beat, Can the QB take the heat? What goes through your mind, Gilbie, When a Raider's clear to catch the ball And no one's stopping Cassel as the Chiefs' back is to the wall. You the man, Gilbie, you the man. There's a time to step up, you the man. What go …

The Legend of Ken Mink
Source: ESPN.com

I...know [Ken Mink's story] by heart: Five decades after being kicked out of school and off his team for a prank he did not commit, a 73-year-old former junior college basketball player decides to rewrite his own history.

Summer Bloody Summer: Could the Army be deployed to Retake America? (Part 1)

The Cleveland Plain Dealer carried an article today comparing the current atmosphere in America to that of 1933, where evictions in that city eventually caused mass rioting in the streets.

Oakland Raiders Name Tom Cable New Head Coach
Source: The San Francisco Chronicle

After weeks of waiting, Raiders owner Al Davis at long last made Cable the 17th head coach in franchise history Tuesday - and the fifth in seven years - more than a week after Davis decided the job was Cable's indeed.

Oakland Raiders Examiner: End in sight for Oakland Raiders coaching search?
Source: Examiner

An interesting take on a potential Dark Horse Candidate for the Raiders Position

Funtasy Football's Fantasy Player Rankings For Week 15 In The NFL

Spaceball's Fav 5 For Week 15 December 10th, 2008 by admin Quarterback: Tyler Thigpen

On The Road to Moronity
Source: OpEdNews.Com Progressive

The elite power configuration that controls America--what do they desire most for the average American citizen? Moronity. Christian fundamentalist kinds of Irrationality. Dearth of freethinking.

Sapp says Kiffin treated unfairly, blames Davis for Raiders' mess
Source: ESPN.com

"How dysfunctional are the Oakland Raiders? So dysfunctional that Warren Sapp warns anybody who asks him about signing there to stay far away."

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Are the Saints Marching To Indianapolis?

My freshman Geology professor at the University of Connecticut, Robert Thorson, once wrote a piece in the Hartford Courant proclaiming that rebuilding New Orleans after Katrina was useless and that no matter what improvements they planned to make there was no way to fully protect …

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Has Ocho Cinco Lost His Mind, I Mean Name?

Chad Johnson has always been viewed as an odd ball for his on the field antics, but his past shenanigans don't compare to what he just did off the field this week.

NFL Quarterbacks Pre-Season Progress Report

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NFL Pre-Season Injury Report 8.24.2008

Arizona Cardinals Matt Leinart: According to team reports, Leinart has officially been benched in favor of Kurt Warner. Leinart's 4 for 12 & 3 INT performance is what did him in.

What we learned in week 2 of the NFL pre-season

* Baltimore Ravens RB Ray Rice will one of the top handcuffs come draft day. With Willis McGahee still nursing injuries and after watching Rice break off a 42-yard run on his first carry and score on a 6-yard run later, GTD is confident the rookie will make impact in 2008

AFC Quarterbacks Showdown

AFC East New England Patriots The news out of Patriots camp is that there is no news. Tom Brady sat out another preseason game. Buffalo Bills

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NFL Training Camp News & Notes Part 2

AFC East New England Patriots Tom Brady will probably sit out the first preseason game. Buffalo Bills Trent Edwards continues to look good in camp and remains the #1 option.

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