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What we are talking about today: The Lockout

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/335TRC061611.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: The Biletnikoff weekend recap Song is “Living after curfew” by My Hairy Brother Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” What do you think will happen to the 2011 football season? A) They will sign a deal by July 10th and it will be business as usual. B) A deal will be signed in August causing all free agents to rush to deal and preseason to be very valuable C) A modified season only playing a limited number of games. D) No season at all Listen to the Raidercast Thursday at 7pst for the nations thoughts…. Jesse Yohn Aaron McKissick Scarface Raider Rj Souza Marty BigDaddy Gonzales Rob N Chris Spriggs Brian A. Foster Insure Raider Greg Hernandez Raider News: Posted by Gregg Rosenthal PFT.com Locked out players probably fall into two camps. Established veterans can live with a lack of OTAs and team involvement in their life, as long as a positive CBA is worked out in time for the season. Posted by Gregg Rosenthal PFT.com One of the great things about Al Davis can also be frustrating. The Raiders defense of 2010, for instance, looks a lot like the Raiders defense of 1970, minus the same results. RaiderCast news: Happy Birthday to Chewbacca and Papa Funk this month The studio/The next show? Our next show will be Thursday July 14th at 7. Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/334TRC060311.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: The Biletnikoff weekend Song is “Raider Nation” by Ice Cube Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Papa Funk Raider News: Camp Seymour At a time when teams like the Jets are requiring employees to take unpaid time off and teams like the Dolphins are slashing pay but not cutting hours, the Raiders have come up with a unique way of addressing the problems presented by the lockout. According to Jarrett Bell of USA Today, the Raiders aren’t reducing pay or putting employees on furlough. The Raiders have gone down to Georgia, with the goal not of stealing souls but getting in shape for football, whenever it returns. According to Jerry McDonald and Ben Beitzel of InsideBayArea.com, 34 players showed up for workouts in Duluth, organized by quarterback Jason Campbell and defensive lineman Richard Seymour. As many NFL observers assume that the long-suffering Lions will finally become an elite team as soon as 2011, a franchise that has won three Super Bowls and been to another during Detroit’s long streak of mediocrity, and worse, is being overlooked when it comes to spotting the potential up-and-comers for the next football season. RaiderCast news: The studio/The next show? Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/333TRC050611.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: S2011 NFL Draft recap 2-4 2011 NFL Draft recap 5-7 Song is “Raider Hater” by Tha Nation Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn What letter grade would you give the Raiders based on team need? Raider Ran Rj Souza Scarface Raider Sonic Raider Rj Souza Raider Possibilities RaiderCast news: We would like to thank the NFL Network and Raiders.com for all the great audio. We will be taking some time off to move and do a show reset watch our Facebook for the upcoming show schedule. Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/332TRC042911.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: 2011 NFL Draft recap 1-4 Song is “Raiders in the house” by Raider Jeff Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” Who would you like to see the Raiders Draft with pick #48? A. A future All Pro Center B. A future All Pro cornerback C. A future All Pro Right Tackle BigDaddy OG Sonic Raider Brian A. Foster Insure Raider Eric Walker Fred Walker Jr Alex DiGiovanni Colin McKay Michael R. Williams Masa Yamamoto Rj Souza 2011 NFL Draft recap Rounds 2-4 cont. Raider News: The Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum will be renamed the Overstock.com Coliseum under a deal that could earn about $1.2 million a year for the next six years. RaiderCast news: Our upcoming Schedule Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/331TRC042211.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Round 4 pick 113 Round 3 pick 81 Round 2 pick 48 Song is “Pride and Poise” by Raiderhed Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Emails: Brendan Rj Souza Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” What would you like to see the Raiders do in the first two days of next weeks draft? 1.) Stay put and pick the best players available 2.) Trade whatever it takes to get in the First Round 3.) Trade down and get as many picks as possible 4.) Stay put and pick based on our needs Insure Raider DARTH RAIDER Raider Matty BigDaddy OG Rob Carey Oaktown Raider Bob Raider News: 2011 Schedule is out. RaiderCast news: The Draft schedule next week Thanks to Drew Boylehart from the huddle report for his in depth reviews of the players tonight. Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/330TRC041511.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Round 7 pick 240 Round 7 pick 218 Round 6 pick 181 Round 5 pick 148 Next week we will continue picks 2-4 Song is “They All Stink” by My Hairy Brother Interact with us: Voice mails: Insure Raider Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” The last 5 years in a row the Raiders have drafted a Wide Receiver This year they should? 1.) Draft WR high 2.) Draft Low 3.) Go for a free agent 4.) We are good at WR TRSKEEF Insure Raider Brian A. Foster DARTH RAIDER Raider Jon Rj Souza BigDaddy OG Jenn Lacy Raider News: The Oakland Raiders, kick off the franchise’s 52nd season of professional football competition versus the Arizona Cardinals at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Week 1 preseason action. RaiderCast news: Please let us know about how you feel about the live show Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/329TRC040811.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Raider News: Raiders receiver Louis Murphy, a mid-round pick in 2009 who has dramatically outperformed 2009 first-rounder Darrius Heyward-Bey, has gotten into trouble for having in Murphy’s possession medication relating to an entirely different kind of performance. The Cowboys and likely free agent Michael Huff look like a perfect match. Jerry Jones loves to overpay inconsistent safeties, and Huff grew up in Irving before playing at University of Texas. Raiders new coach Hue Jackson has made it clear that he and “coach” Al Davis are behind Jason Campbell as the unquestioned starter at quarterback next season. Our needs at Defensive Back Song is “Sick Side Raiderz” by www.myspace.com/Psycho Realm Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” Should opposing fans wearing their jersey into the Oakland coliseum expect 1.) to be beat up 2.) To have things thrown at them 3.) to be taunted verbally non stop 4.) be allowed to watch their team lose in peace Carlos Espinoza Rj Souza Scarface Raider Alvin Option Marta Rubio Insure Raider Sonic Raider Rick Czaplewski Fred Walker Jr Insure Raider Dave McColl Brian A. Foster Our needs at Offensive Line RaiderCast news: Please let us know about how you feel about stickam Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/328TRC040111.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Raider News: Former Raiders center Barret Robbins accepted a five-year prison term on Friday for repeatedly violating his probation. The Worst Sports Fans in America BY ADAM WINER Song is “Black Sun” by Tha Nation Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Emails: Nathan Raider Len Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” If the lockout is lifted on the 6th in court which of the following Unrestricted Free Agent Raiders would you like to see the Raiders sign next? 1. Michael Huff  2. Mario Henderson 3. Ricky Brown 4.  Langston Walker 5. Thomas Howard. Michael R. Williams Kevin Nashiro Patterson DARTH RAIDER Raider Ran BigDaddy OG Sonic Raider Greg Hernandez Insure Raider Our needs at Linebacker RaiderCast news: Please let us know about how you feel about stickam by emailing us at Show@theraidercast.com or calling us at 5109315816. Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Show Notes:Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/327TRC031811.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Raider News: Raiders offensive lineman Mario Henderson was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm, according to NBC 2. Running Back Michael Bennett reportedly resigned at the same time as Boller, Eugene and Loper Song is “Interstate Rivals” by Raiderhed Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Emails: Insuraider Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” Will the NFL Labor situation be settled by the draft? InsureRaider EastBay Casey BigDaddy OG Our needs (Kinda) RaiderCast news: April 1st we are going back to stickam We will be off March 24th Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/326TRC031111.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Raider News: The Oakland Raiders have tendered contracts to tight end Zach Miller and running back Michael Bush to keep the right to match any offers they receive if they become restricted free agents. The Raiders promoted Chuck Bresnahan to defensive coordinator, just more than a month after hiring him as a “defensive coach.” It will be Bresnahan’s second tour of duty as Oakland’s coordinator after serving in the role from 2000-2003. Jerry McDonald of the Oakland Tribune reports that the team quietly re-signed Boller to a one-year, $1.25 million contract before the NFL league year ended last week. The team re-signed free safety Hiram Eugene and guard Daniel Loper to generous contracts that indicate their roles may increase. The CBA Song is “Mr. Davis” by My Hairy Brother Interact with us: Voice mails: John Shawn Rilla Emails: Sonic Raider Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” What are the three positions (not including special teams) in order the Raiders should definitely feel no reason to pay attention too in the draft or free agency? Michael R. Williams Scarface Insure Raider Jerry Millis Insure Raider Insure Raider Raider Jon Brian A. Foster Randy Piplica BigDaddy OG Raider Ran Fred Walker Jr. Our strengths RaiderCast news: April 1st we are going back to stickam We will be off March 24th Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/325TRC030411.mp3 | Open Player in New Window Show Notes: Raider News: Defensive tackle Richard Seymour has signed a two-year contract worth $30 million, meaning the Raiders won’t have to use the franchise tag to keep him off the open market, according to a CNN-Sports Illustrated report. The Raiders hired Hall of Fame defensive back Rod Woodson as a defensive backfield coach Monday, bringing to three the number of those who wore silver and black in the past decade and are now on the coaching staff. Despite an intention by the NFLPA to challenge 2011 franchise tenders applied by NFL teams from February 10 through February 24, nothing stops a player from accepting the offer. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the team has re-signed defensive tackle John Henderson to a two-year, $8 million contract. The Oakland Raiders have re-signed veteran running back and special teams standout Rock Cartwright. Cartwright joined the Raiders as a free agent in April 2010. NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora has the details: Routt will get $31 million over three years, with $20 million in the first two years. At first, this looks like another wacky Raiders contract. But Routt had an underrated season in 2010, ranking among the league leaders in completion percentage allowed and yards-per-attempt allowed. Robert Gallery will not return to the Oakland Raiders in 2011 because of what he calls a “mutual agreement” — and what the team calls an example of a player overestimating his worth. Song is “Oaktown” by MC Hammer Interact with us: Voice mails: Shawn Funk Answers to The RaiderCast “Question of the week” If you could play GM do you sign Stanford Routt and Kamerion Wimbley or Nnamdi Asomugha for the same price? EastBay Casey Allen Ferrell Greg Hernandez Raider Jon Masa RaiderNation Jr Mendoza Marty BigDaddy Gonzales Fred Walker Jr Colin McKay Fred Walker Jr Insure Raider Insure Raider Rod Easter RaiderCast Player of the year award Offensive Defensive Overall Defensive coordinator possibilities Carl Pelini Keith Butler Kevin Greene Mike Waufle Darren Parry RaiderCast news: April 1st we are going back to stickam We are going to get deep into team needs starting next week and unlike in the past I am going to eliminate the positions that I do not see even a reason to cover. Show wrap-up: We are The RaiderCast. The Number One Podcast Of The Oakland Raiders! Myspace: Myspace.com/The RaiderCast Visit us at: The Raidercast.com Join The Forums: The Raidercast.com/forums Follow us on Twitter.com/theraidercast Email us at: show[at]theraidercast.com Leave a voice mail at 510.931.5816 Go Raiders! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!

Subscribe to the show by clicking below, Press play to beginhttp://theraidercast.com/podcast/324TRC012811.mp3 | Open Player in New Window 2010 Highlights 2010 Highlights (as voted by the NFL and its fans) Five different Raiders earned accolades for their performances during the 2010 season. QB Jason Campbell, WR Jacoby Ford, S Michael Huff, RB Darren McFadden, and LB Kamerion Wimbley had standout moments and were recognized by both the NFL and the fans for their accomplishments. Never Say Never Moment of the Week – Week 5 QB Jason Campbell came off the bench in Week 5 against the San Diego Chargers to spark a 35-27 comeback victory. Campbell led two long touchdown drives, including the game-winning drive with less than four minutes play. He completed 13 of 18 passes for 159 yards and a touchdown, helping the Raiders to their first win over the Chargers since 2003. AFC Defensive Player of the Week – Week 5 FS Michael Huff was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Raiders 35-27 win over San Diego. His sack and forced fumble against Chargers QB Philip Rivers led to SS Tyvon Branch’s 64-yard return for a touchdown. Huff also recorded 11 total tackles, nine solo, against the Chargers. AFC Offensive Player of the Week & FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week – Week 7 RB Darren McFadden was named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week after his Week 7 performance in Denver. McFadden scored four touchdowns and had 196 all-purpose yards. His four touchdowns tied a franchise single-game record. The Raiders scored a franchise-high 59 points. McFadden was also voted the FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week in Week 7. McFadden rushed 16 times for 165 yards and three touchdowns and caught two passes for 31 yards and a touchdown. FedEx Air Player of the Week – Week 8 QB Jason Campbell was voted the FedEx Air NFL Player of the Week for his performance in the Raiders 33-3 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. Campbell completed 15 of 27 passes for 310 yards and two touchdowns. AFC Special Teams Player of the Week and Pepsi Rookie of the Week – Week 9 WR Jacoby Ford was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week and was voted the Pepsi Rookie of the Week for his performance in the Raiders 23-20 overtime victory against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 9. Ford made a number of key plays during the game, helping the Raiders beat the Chiefs. Ford returned the second half kickoff 94 yards for a touchdown. He finished with four kickoff returns for 156 yards. Ford also caught six passes for 148 yards, helping set up the game-tying and the game-winning field goals. Ford became only the second player in NFL history to have at least 140 receiving yards and 150 kick return yards in a game. AFC Special Teams Player of the Month – November WR Jacoby Ford was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Month for November. During the month of November, Ford totaled 439 yards with a 29.3-yard average on 15 kickoff returns and two touchdowns; 283 yards receiving with a 23.6-yard average (on 12 catches) and one touchdown and rushed for 13 yards. Ford returned two kickoffs for touchdowns in the month of November. He returned a kickoff 94 yards in the overtime victory against the Chiefs and had a 47-yard reception to set up the game-winning field goal in overtime. He also ran a kickoff 101-yards for a touchdown against Miami, the third-longest kickoff return in Raiders history. Ford also totaled 108 receiving yards on four catches with a 52-yard scoring catch. Voted FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week – Week 14 RB Darren McFadden was voted FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week a second time for the Week 14 match up with the Jacksonville Jaguars. McFadden had 16 carries for 123 yards and two touchdowns as well as one 67-yard receiving touchdown. AFC Special Teams Player of the Week – Week 16 Ford was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week a second time for his performance during the Raiders Week [...]