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It was only two series, but JaMarcus looked good. (1 Viewer)

LawFitz

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Way too early to judge with any kind of finality but man o man did the big guy look good on the two sets they gave him yesterday. As a big JaMarcus hater on these boards predraft, I gotta say I'm impressed and hoping to chow on some major crow.

Kiffin is also forty.

 
Had the poise of a 10 year vet. Ran at the opportune and proper time. Understood it was Bly and Bailey covering his guys. I definitely like what I saw.

 
Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm

 
Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
 
Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
How about somebody already there? Higgins ran in the 4.3s at his pro day and looks to be VERY fast. He could make a nice little hookup with JaMarcus for a long time if things go well.
 
I can't speak for any other Raider fan, but I can't remember the last time I was so excited to watch a portion of a Raiders game. When Russell made his way onto the field I was on the edge of my seat!

I thought he looked great! The commentators were quick to say that he had a bad snap, but I don't put that on Russell at all. He was in a shotgun formation and the ball came out to his right. Nothing wrong with how he knocked it down and fell on the ball. He didn't make the common rookie mistake of trying to pick it up and make a play. I was impressed on his decision making and extremely impressed with the arm he showed!!

 
Was I the only one that thought he looked like CPep with skinnier legs?
Similarity ended when I saw Jamarcus "run". He looks much slower and more plodding than a young Culpepper did. From a FF standpoint, Pepper's rushing prowess was a huge part of his game. On the "mobility/running" QB spectrum, with Vick and Leftwich occupying the respective end points, Jamarcus is much closer to the Leftwich side of the spectrum and several gradations behind where a young Culpper resided.
 
Was I the only one that thought he looked like CPep with skinnier legs?
Similarity ended when I saw Jamarcus "run". He looks much slower and more plodding than a young Culpepper did. From a FF standpoint, Pepper's rushing prowess was a huge part of his game. On the "mobility/running" QB spectrum, with Vick and Leftwich occupying the respective end points, Jamarcus is much closer to the Leftwich side of the spectrum and several gradations behind where a young Culpper resided.
I agree. I thought Russell looked pretty slow on his runs. But I am not sure how much that will hurt his ability to be a good QB in the NFL. He seemed to show good pocket awareness (granted we are talking about a limited amount of game time), and seemed to move in the pocket well. I am good with that. As long as he can move in the pocket and isn't a 6-6 statue back there then I think he will be ok.
 
Was I the only one that thought he looked like CPep with skinnier legs?
Similarity ended when I saw Jamarcus "run". He looks much slower and more plodding than a young Culpepper did. From a FF standpoint, Pepper's rushing prowess was a huge part of his game. On the "mobility/running" QB spectrum, with Vick and Leftwich occupying the respective end points, Jamarcus is much closer to the Leftwich side of the spectrum and several gradations behind where a young Culpper resided.
Well, just to make something clear here......JaMarcus wasn't drafted to be a runner, this guy is a passer.........Not saying your intent is such, but some folks always want black QBs to be able to run as part of their game, whereas white QBs (Manning, Brady, Palmer, etc.) get a 'pass' so to speak on their running ability. Anyone who was expecting JaMarcus to be a very viable running threat ala Vince Young or Vick hasn't watched him play, either in game or in highlights (or read his player profile).........So, just sit back and watch the next NFL stud PASSER do his thing.......Although you can bank on a few 1 yard TD plunges from such a huge framed QB........
 
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Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
I'm not too sure about college guys but I'm pretty sure Randy Moss is a free agent this year... :goodposting:
 
Raiders | Russell may not see time Week 14

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 07:06:15 -0800

Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell may not see time in Week 14 versus the Green Bay Packers despite seeing limited time in the team's Week 13 game. "We'll have to go back, see how he played on film, we'll look at it," head coach Lane Kiffin said. "There's a lot that goes into it and as far as how he played, going to Green Bay, it's not going to be real warm there, it's going to be a tough environment to play in. We'll also look at the health of our quarterbacks."

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As a Bears fan, I wouldnt be shocked to see Bernard Berrian in a Raider uniform next year.

Hes a UFA

 
Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
Jett was an undrafted free agent. I'd take a 12-TD season (tied for 2nd in the league) and nearly 4,500 rec yards from an undrafted free agent, wouldn't you?
 
Raiders | Russell may not see time Week 14Mon, 3 Dec 2007 07:06:15 -0800Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell may not see time in Week 14 versus the Green Bay Packers despite seeing limited time in the team's Week 13 game. "We'll have to go back, see how he played on film, we'll look at it," head coach Lane Kiffin said. "There's a lot that goes into it and as far as how he played, going to Green Bay, it's not going to be real warm there, it's going to be a tough environment to play in. We'll also look at the health of our quarterbacks." :football:
I wouldn't expect him to play in Lambeau unless injuries dictate otherwise. Wouldn't be shocked to see him play a bit against the Colts at home.
 
Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
How about somebody already there? Higgins ran in the 4.3s at his pro day and looks to be VERY fast. He could make a nice little hookup with JaMarcus for a long time if things go well.
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Hes going to need a speedy wr that can get downfield fast enough to catch up with that huge arm
True dat. Porter and Curry won't cut it. Any guys coming out in the draft that fit the bill? I'm just praying we don't get another track star with stone hands (James Jett, I'm looking at you).
Jett was an undrafted free agent. I'd take a 12-TD season (tied for 2nd in the league) and nearly 4,500 rec yards from an undrafted free agent, wouldn't you?
Not with all the drops that came with it.
 

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