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I want to take this opportunity to express my beliefs for week two of JaMarcus Russell's third go around. I think this game will provide a small glimpse into the future of the Raiders franchise. I predict JaMarcus' first 300 yard passing game of the season. So far, in 20 games, JaMarcus has completed 53 percent of his passes. On Sunday, he will complete at least 65 percent. So far, in 20 games, ...

Just a few things to get you caught up before the Raiders' second straight divisional matchup of the year. First off, it is all over the World Wide Web that Dwayne Bowe had an interesting conversation this week with "Bay Area reporters." Bowe had some interesting words for Oakland's starting quarterback: "I told him he’s got to be more (of a leader), not screaming in guys’ faces, but going to the side, ...

Oakland Raiders safety Tyvon Branch had a heck of a game against San Diego on Monday Night Football. If Oakland wants to build off their success in that game, they are going to need another good performance from Branch this week in Kansas City. Unlike LaDainian Tomlinson, Larry Johnson still has some good legs underneath him. "Johnson is still a great runner," Oakland head coach Tom Cable said. "There’s no question about ...

Whether you love them or hate them, you can't tell me that they didn't play with heart. In the famous words of Vince Lombardi, "We didn't lose, we just ran out of time." The San Diego Chargers 12th straight victory did not come as easily as they might have suspected it would. The Oakland Raiders offense moved the ball very effectively, and the defense played stingy, making the San Diego offense work ...

· Darren McFadden was named the starter for Monday’s game against the San Diego Chargers. Tom Cable called McFadden explosive and said that is an element that they want to create in this offense. My thoughts:  This is a good move. With Justin Fargas still semi-limping around from a hamstring injury, a healthy McFadden is something the Chargers have yet to see. Many players and coaches have been impressed by the new ...