Pre 1 (MON) OAK @ MIN (1 Viewer)

[jurb26]

oakland should consider playing the oline for the majority of the game they obviously need the reps to work on timing

 

[Acme CEO]

How's Chester looking? Is it as bad as his 8/16 statline suggests or is it the O line?

yeah, it's the line and FB who have 4 pro bowlers out of 6.

Taylor has been hit at or behind the LOS on almost every carry. He has shown some nice elusiveness on a few plays, turning nothing into something. He had a great spin move to break a tackle (again behind the line) and get a few yards.The line is not playing like a pro bowl line right now.

Thanks for the update.

 

[Rev]

Richardson plunges in from the 4yd line for the rushing TD.

Might be a TD vulture from Taylor this year.

taylor was on the field...no worries there...

On the field as a spectator, not a goaline carrier. Big difference.

 

[madviking10]

As a Vikings fan I'm hyped with the D's showing tonight. On the other hand I'm just as shocked at how horrible the Raiders look.

 

[Arnold. S]

"there's only 7 rounds in the draft anymore"

 

[No. 16]

Man the Raiders suck... another long season for me.

 

[Sweetness_34]

Suzy looks super hot in pink

 

[Ever Present Lurker]

Ok, some people don't like the announcers, we get it...that has nothing to do with fantasy football...

One of the real stories right now is remaining quiet... DOES ANYONE HAVE AN UPDATE ON GREENWAY? I'm away from the TV, so I won't be hearing it. I have high hopes for him, so I'm waiting for details.

 

[madviking10]

Suzy looks super hot in pink

 

[H.K.]

Under over on H.K. bashing Taylor in this topic.Yes -375No +325

Why would I bash him? His performance speaks for itself:9 carries 18 yards2.0 avgLongest carry - four yardsTony Richardson used as red zone back (like he was in Holmes' first year)Zero passes thrown to him

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

Richardson plunges in from the 4yd line for the rushing TD.

Might be a TD vulture from Taylor this year.

taylor was on the field...no worries there...

On the field as a spectator, not a goaline carrier. Big difference.

Take away the one year that Richardson had 7td's in 2001 which was 5 years ago and he has never scored more than 3 td's in a year. Heck he only has 15 TD's in his 10 year career. I don't think Richardson will be the primary red zone back at this point, but I could be wrong. Let's hope that Minny's first team offense gets in goaline situations in the next presason games so we can make a better analysis.

 

[Ever Present Lurker]

Richardson plunges in from the 4yd line for the rushing TD.

Might be a TD vulture from Taylor this year.

taylor was on the field...no worries there...

On the field as a spectator, not a goaline carrier. Big difference.

I'm away from a TV, and looking for a silver lining... could this be a case of rewarding the FB? Maybe they're just giving the FB a little gravy in the preseason and trying to preserve Chester? ... may be a stretch, but...

 

[broncofan13000]

Is it worth noting that Fason got to see action before MMoore? (note: i'm not watching, still at work)

 

[H.K.]

Is it worth noting that Fason got to see action before MMoore? (note: i'm not watching, still at work)

After seeing Portis get hurt, I doubt Childress wants to risk his starter in pre-season, so I wouldn't read too much into it.

 

[Arnold. S]

WHAT A THROW

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

Wow great throw by Walter.

 

[goonsquad]

Is it worth noting that Fason got to see action before MMoore? (note: i'm not watching, still at work)

I think it says quite a bit about where Mewelde stands in the pecking order.

 

[semaj33]

Suzy looks super hot in pink

lol....

 

[broncofan13000]

Is it worth noting that Fason got to see action before MMoore? (note: i'm not watching, still at work)

After seeing Portis get hurt, I doubt Childress wants to risk his starter in pre-season, so I wouldn't read too much into it.

 

[goonsquad]

Is it worth noting that Fason got to see action before MMoore? (note: i'm not watching, still at work)

After seeing Portis get hurt, I doubt Childress wants to risk his starter in pre-season, so I wouldn't read too much into it.

 

[MLBrandow]

note for those not watching, Walter with a very quick release on that bomb.... perfect throw into decent single coverage.

 

[goonsquad]

note for those not watching, Walter with a very quick release on that bomb.... perfect throw into decent single coverage.

Brooks looking a bit worried on the sidelines.

 

[Arnold. S]

note for those not watching, Walter with a very quick release on that bomb.... perfect throw into decent single coverage.

I saw 2 defenders running with Morant?

 

[MLBrandow]

in his first NFL play, TJax jukes the cameraman and scrambles for an easy first down.

edit for moore question:

pretty sure Childress wanted to see TJax + MeMo in together.. could be a solid combo down the road..

 

[jurb26]

note for those not watching, Walter with a very quick release on that bomb.... perfect throw into decent single coverage.

I saw 2 defenders running with Morant?

Yes, it was double coverage, not single.

 

[Rev]

Wow. Mewelde looked quick and strong there.

 

[MLBrandow]

note for those not watching, Walter with a very quick release on that bomb.... perfect throw into decent single coverage.

I saw 2 defenders running with Morant?

could have been mistaken, was watching Walter then looked down.

 

[MLBrandow]

TJax with some great pocket presence....

laser to TE who muffs it.

 

[Ghost Rider]

Some of you guys are harsh. This is Kornheiser's first game as an announcer. Give him some time. He isn't very good yet, but do you expect him to be terrific right off the bat? Geez.

 

[jurb26]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

 

[MLBrandow]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

He'll definitely be starting late in the season.Brooks owners proceed with caution.

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

I think Brooks will be fine. Walters would have done equally bad if he would have been out there with the first team this evening. The line was getting killed. If Oak is out then Walters gets some PT with a couple of weeks left and that is it. He does have a nice arm but he is raw.

 

[wannabee]

Walter seems to like Morant ...

 

[cr8f]

Some of you guys are harsh. This is Kornheiser's first game as an announcer. Give him some time. He isn't very good yet, but do you expect him to be terrific right off the bat? Geez.

I love how he continues mocking Theisman's BS. They aren't going to last to long. Tony is too used to telling the truth.

 

[PahtyTom]

Everyone who is hating on the commentators is being silly. Tirico is the best football play by play guy going today, and as a group these guys are way better than the old espn sunday night crew.

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Johnnie Morant baby!

 

[wannabee]

FYI:

Cardinals | Leinart signs with team

Published Mon Aug 14 9:27:00 p.m. ET 2006

(KFFL) ESPN reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart has signed with the team. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

 

[massraider]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

I think Brooks will be fine. Walters would have done equally bad if he would have been out there with the first team this evening. The line was getting killed. If Oak is out then Walters gets some PT with a couple of weeks left and that is it. He does have a nice arm but he is raw.

As raw as any other 2nd year QB with no PT, I suppose. But he went to a big school, he wasn't running the option or anything.Walter woulda got crushed with the 1's, I agree. RG is a big hole right now, and Gallery still looks uncomfortable. I am hoping the 4 new starters jell sooner rather than later.Even so, 2 games in, Brooks hasn't had anything good. One pass to Anderson inthe first game, that's it.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Some of you guys are harsh. This is Kornheiser's first game as an announcer. Give him some time. He isn't very good yet, but do you expect him to be terrific right off the bat? Geez.

I love how he continues mocking Theisman's BS. They aren't going to last to long. Tony is too used to telling the truth.

Theisman is awful.I have no complaints about Tirico

 

[MLBrandow]

TJax looks like Vick with McNabb pocket presence and better accuracy....

let the hype continue... this guy looks studly.

 

[KGB]

I see that Mike and Tony are wearing BOSE's new noise canceling headphones.

 

[MLBrandow]

I see that Mike and Tony are wearing BOSE's new noise canceling headphones.

Theisman's isn't working.

 

[Legion of Doom]

Kornheiser Thiesman is the only guy worth a damn here. Tirico is putting me to sleep.

FIXED. Kornheiser sucks on toast, on ice, and alfresco.

Kornheiser is an abortion in the booth. I honestly believe that my wife knows more football and would bring more to the table than he does. That said, my wife hates football.

Maybe they still have dennis miller on speed dial.

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

I think Brooks will be fine. Walters would have done equally bad if he would have been out there with the first team this evening. The line was getting killed. If Oak is out then Walters gets some PT with a couple of weeks left and that is it. He does have a nice arm but he is raw.

As raw as any other 2nd year QB with no PT, I suppose. But he went to a big school, he wasn't running the option or anything.Walter woulda got crushed with the 1's, I agree. RG is a big hole right now, and Gallery still looks uncomfortable. I am hoping the 4 new starters jell sooner rather than later.Even so, 2 games in, Brooks hasn't had anything good. One pass to Anderson inthe first game, that's it.

Brooks has had a total of 9 pass attemps in Oak and people are already calling him a bust. He is a very servciable QB and is underated in my books. Walter now healthy will learn from the sideline this season and have a good year learning as the back up QB. Brooks will be fine.

 

[Legion of Doom]

I see that Mike and Tony are wearing BOSE's new noise canceling headphones.

I might have to buy a pair so I can watch next weeks game!

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Walter seems to like Morant ...

Throws to who he knows - 2nd/3rd string hang together

 

[massraider]

Am I the only one who would just love to see Walter run with the 1st team and chuck a few to Moss for some reason?

I think Brooks will be fine. Walters would have done equally bad if he would have been out there with the first team this evening. The line was getting killed. If Oak is out then Walters gets some PT with a couple of weeks left and that is it. He does have a nice arm but he is raw.

As raw as any other 2nd year QB with no PT, I suppose. But he went to a big school, he wasn't running the option or anything.Walter woulda got crushed with the 1's, I agree. RG is a big hole right now, and Gallery still looks uncomfortable. I am hoping the 4 new starters jell sooner rather than later.

Even so, 2 games in, Brooks hasn't had anything good. One pass to Anderson inthe first game, that's it.

Brooks has had a total of 9 pass attemps in Oak and people are already calling him a bust. He is a very servciable QB and is underated in my books. Walter now healthy will learn from the sideline this season and have a good year learning as the back up QB. Brooks will be fine.

I agree with all of this, I don't think Walter will be starting at the end of the year either.But, ya know, I'd like to see a completion.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Johnnie Morant baby!

What's your over under on your Comatose Sleepers making a final cut? One?(That'd still be good, C-Boy ).

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Johnnie Morant baby!

What's your over under on your Comatose Sleepers making a final cut? One?(That'd still be good, C-Boy ).

LOL, nature of comatose sleepers. I think Nall, Graham, Collins and Morant make the rosters. Cobbs and Van Pelt get cut, but make a PS for somebody. Others are toast.

 

[bueno]

GB being in Mexico and having Mexican announcers.

No Theisman. Paradise.