The Messege Al is giving us

 
  So many of us want to predict the draft, but seem to not be following any reports, or indications as to what we still need.  The biggest example I can clearly see, is with my team, the Oakland Raiders.   If you are still whining about Vernon Gholston, or Glenn Dorsey, even Sedrick Ellis, and how we NEED them.  There are several things you are not noticing as of late.  We just signed TWO Defensive Tackles, two Wide Receivers, an Offensive Tackle, a Safety, and re-signed our decent running back, by the name of Justin Fargas. Tommy Kelly and William Joseph, DT .  I know these are not top draft picks, hell Kelly wasn't even drafted, but these two will be able to "slow down" the running game, making it easier for the DB's and LB's to make tackles. meaning . We will not be taking either Sedrick Ellis, nor Glenn Dorsey. Javon Walker and Drew Carter, WR.   This will open up the playbook for Russell, giving him two new valid receivers to ... [link]

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