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John Facenda Narrates the Layoff of 21 NFL Films Employees
Kissing Suzy Kolber —
UNEMPLOYMENT The very word concurs images of stumblebums, have-nots, Top Ramen and public library internet users. But on this day, it finds itself swaddled around the the chroniclers of gladiators and philosopher-kings. Under the forbidding skies of a cold, harsh March morn, National Football League Films head man Steve Sabol did meet with 21 of his compatriots for a fateful announcement that would forever change the course of history. After a long, hard season of agonizing twists and turns, ...
NFL Films announces layoffs
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Sports Shopping Buy a Car Job Search Real Estate Subscribe to this blog's feed • Email us • Recent Posts NFL Films announces layoffs • Mutumbo is an original but has many imitators • Bode Miller thunders over weather decision • LA Daily News says LSU wants Trojans' Floyd • Steroid bust has anti-impotence connection • Indiana not much of a Pacer in attendance • Columnist objects to Hansbrough worship • Readers respond: Top 25 college basketball players • Vote on how many bids WCC gets • Hansbrough's NC jersey will be ...
Oakland Raiders Al Davis: A Happy Birthday from a Raider fan
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Oakland Raiders Al Davis: A Happy Birthday from a Raider fan The first black NFL head coach, Art Shell, shakes hands with the founding father of Raider Nation Mr. Davis, You don’t know me. I was never a top prospect coming out of high school, nor was I a college phenom. I’m not a coach, a scout, or an agent. I’m sure that you’ve seen me over the years, but I know that you don’t know who I am. I don’t expect you to know me, nor do I think that you’ll ever get to know me. I do however, expect that you have a good idea of what I’m all about. I’m a Raider, Mr. Davis. No, I’m not one that’s ever worn the uniform on the field ...
Raider Nation: Get ready, its time for Oakland Raiders Football
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Raider Nation: Get ready, its time for Oakland Raiders Football The football drought that has lasted since December of last year is finally in its waining hours. In about 17 hours the Oakland Raiders will kick off the preseason with a game against the San Francisco 49ers. It may only be a preseason game, but this is the beginning of that magical time of year where every Sunday, all that matters is what the Silver and Black are doing. Feel that adrenaline surge that accompanies Raider Sundays. Raider Nation, it is time to awaken from the slumber. This game will be the Raider Nation’s first opportunity to see a former enemy in ...
John Facenda's Family Sues NFL Films Over Use of Voice in Madden Video Game Promo
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Filed under: Raiders, NFL VideoYou might not recognize the name John Facenda, but if you're an NFL fan you definitely recognize his voice: Facenda died nearly a quarter of a century ago, but people still associate that "voice of God" with the NFL. Unfortunately, the voice is now the central issue in a lawsuit between Facenda's family and NFL Films. A U.S. appeals court has ruled that John Facenda Jr. can sue NFL Films over the use of his father's voice in a show about the Madden video game. Facenda's contract barred use of his voice for product ...
The NFL Loses its Voice
Sports Law Blog —
Although fans of the NFL may not recognize his name, most fans can immediately recognize the distinctive voice of John Facenda. For many years, Facenda was the voice of the NFL, narrating weekly highlights for NFL films with his deep baritone voice. Along with a great soundtrack, Facenda’s narration transformed ordinary NFL action into an extraordinary television event (here’s ...
Oakland Raiders vs San Jose Sharks franchise head-to-head, which team has the bigger commitment to excellence?
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The San Jose Sharks and Oakland Raiders went head-to-head on Thursday night. The Sharks filed onto the ice at HP Pavilion undefeated in their new Seagate Blackarmor third jerseys, the first of the regular Black Thursday's for the remainder of the season. The Sharks picked up their league leading 22nd NHL win with a 3-2 come from behind effort against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
The silver and black Oakland Raiders sauntered onto the field at Qualcomm Stadium to face the San Diego Chargers, undefeated this season in their powder blue third jersey. ...
Oakland Raiders DLD 2/18/09: Silver And Black Pride - Premiere Edition
Silver And Black Pride —
The Premiere Edition of the Oakland Raiders DLD for Silver And Black Pride has arrived! That is the "Daily Link Dump" for those of you that are unfamiliar. I have linked some current stories that you all might find interesting where it relates to our Raiders. Not only should you add your opinions to the various news items, but you are free to "dump" any other links that you feel would be of interest to the community.
So have at it SABP, let's take this new DLD out for a spin!
The contract details of RAIDERS CHRIS JOHNSON’S DEAL: FOUR YEARS, $15.3 MILLION has been released. If C.J. can play to the ...
Justin Fargas and the Re-Commitment to Excellence
Just Blog Baby | An Oakland Raiders Blog —
Last Friday, The Steering Committee for the Oakland Raiders Booster Clubs presented Justin Fargas and Nnamdi Asomugha with the Commitment to Excellence Award for 2008.
There is no higher honor for a Raider player as it is an award voted on by teammates. Fargas has won the award two years running and this marks the second time that Asomugha was presented with the prestigious honor.
Asomugha was out of the country and was unable to be in attendance to receive the award with Fargas.
When Justin ...
Hooray Football!
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Now this looks like a job for me, so everybody just follow me, ’cause we need a little controversy, ’cause it feels so empty, without me. -Eminem
Public Service Announcement: Ok, here we go! It’s here, it’s here! The NFL is finally here! The ...
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Hype or Real Deal? Oakland Raiders and Chris Long
mvn.com 3/7/2008 — I am not a draftnik. I hardly follow college football at all, so I am turning to you guys, my readers to help me out here. I did this Hype or Real Deal series last year and had fun with it, so I thought I would bring it back. In this edition, here is a look at Chris Long. There is a lot of speculation that he will be off the board by the time the Oakland Raiders have their pick, but he is an ...
Oakland Raiders defensive line’s makeover not nearly complete
mvn.com 3/8/2008 — The Oakland Raiders had the second worst run defense in the NFL in 2007. The unit most responsible for stopping the run is the defensive line. Thus far in the offseason the Raiders resigned Tommy Kelly and let Chris Clemons and Tyler Brayton go. The Raiders desperately need to bring in reinforcements for this unit. Besides Kelly, only Jason Richardson, Terdell Sands, Gerrard Warren, and two ...
An Oakland Raider fan’s response to a Lowell Cohn hatchet job
mvn.com 3/9/2008 — Lowell Cohen, that denizen of top flight journalism who graces the wildly respected Santa Rosa Press-Democrat, has stooped to a new low in trash articles about the Oakland Raiders. In fact, his most recent diatribe may well put Nancy Gay to shame. He droned on and on about how the raiders are a joke and good for laughs. Well, Lowell, the Raider Nation is not laughing.
The Greatness of the Oakland Raiders lies in the fans
mvn.com 3/10/2008 — “The greatness of the Raiduz is in the future.”
–Al Davis
Sooner or later, hopefully sooner, the Raiders will return to the top of the NFL. The Oakland Raiders have fallen on tough times. Everyone knows the stats, the Raiders are 19-61 since the Super Bowl debacle. It is a painful time for the Raider Nation, but the Nation still stands tall. Despite the rumors and innuendo that have ...
Raiders Sign Walker and Harris
bizoffootball.com 3/10/2008 — The Oakland Raiders bolstered their offense on Wednesday by signing former Pro Bowl wide receiver Javon Walker as well as offensive tackle Kwame Harris . This will give second year quarterback JaMarcus Russell some help on his side of the ball. The Raiders handed Walker a six-year $55 million contract which included an $11 million signing bonus. Harris signed a three-year $16 million ...
Where the Oakland Raider offseason stands: Raider X opines
mvn.com 3/12/2008 — My trusty sidekick and resident draftnik Raider X has decided to weigh in on his thoughts on the Raiders offseason moves including the signings of Gibril Wilson, Kwame Harris, and Javon walker. He also weighs in on the Tommy Kelly contract. Raider X also brings his wit and wisdom to discuss who the Oakland Raiders should take in the forthcoming draft.
RAIDERS SIGN ANOTHER
beta.profootballtalk.com 3/12/2008 — The Oakland Raiders’ offseason assault on the free-agent market continues.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, the Raiders have agreed to terms with receiver Drew Carter, formerly of the Carolina Panthers. Terms are not yet known.
Carter ...
Oakland Raiders add Drew Carter to their offseason treasure haul
mvn.com 3/13/2008 — The Oakland Raiders have come to terms with wide receiver Drew Carter on a one year deal that is believed to be worth $2 million. This addition gives the Raiders another speedy downfield threat to match with JaMarcus Russell’s cannon arm. Adding Carter and Javon Walker as deep threats to go with Ronald Curry whose strength is being a move the chains receiver was a desperately needed upgrade.
Raiders Sign Carter
bizoffootball.com 3/13/2008 — The Oakland Raiders continued their pursuit of finding weapons to put around franchise quarterback JaMarcus Russell as they signed wide receiver Drew Carter to a one-year deal worth $2 million yesterday. Earlier in free agency, the Raiders picked up former Pro Bowler Javon Walker to help with the passing game. Joel Segal , Carter's agent, first made the deal public.
Raiders Sign Drew Carter —
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Former Carolina Panthers receiver Drew Carter signed with the Oakland Raiders, marking the team's second splash into the receiver market this off-season. Oakland recently signed Javon Walker to a six year contract.
Carter had 38 catches and four touchdowns last season. The team lost Jerry Porter to Jacksonville, meaning Walker, Carter, and Ronald Curry will see the bulk of the work in the ...
Raiders Sign WR Carter; Giants sign QB David Carr —
Cat Scratch Reader
The Raiders signed former Panthers WR Drew Carter. The signing of the 6-3, 200-pound Carter comes on the heels of the six-year, $55 million deal Oakland gave Javon Walker on March 6. The two moves have helped shore up a position that was left thin after Jerry Porter signed with Jacksonville. Prior to signing Walker and Carter, the Raiders had just one receiver - Ronald Curry - under ...
Gray Visits Raiders But Leaves Without a Deal —
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If the Raiders are going to sign free agent quarterback Quinn Gray to be JaMarcus Russell’s backup, they are going to have to fly him in again in order to get the deal done. The San Francisco Chronicle is reporting that Gray visited with the Raiders on Wednesday, but left Oakland without a deal. The paper says that while Gray is still on the Raiders radar, it’s not a good thing ...
Raiders Sign Ex-Panther Drew Carter —
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Adam Schefter of NFL Network is reporting ( via PFT ) that the Oakland Raiders have signed free agent wide receiver Drew Carter , formerly of the Carolina Panthers. Carter started seven games last season for Carolina, catching 38 passes for 517 yards and four touchdowns, and he is likely to start in Oakland opposite another free agent signing, Javon Walker . Both Carter and Walker have had ...
CARTER TO RAIDERS? —
ProFootballTalk.com
At a time when many league observers presume that defensive lineman Kevin Carter eventually will re-sign with the Buccaneers, Carter is throwing the folks in Tampa a curve ball by visiting the Raiders on Wednesday, according to the St. Petersburg Times.
Carter was cut late last month, prior to earning a $2 million roster bonus.
The 13-year [...]
Raiders and Packers Both with Interst in QB Gray —
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While the thought from the word go was that Jags free agent QB Quinn Gray was going to end up wearing green of the Packers, there is another team in the mix that may look at making a run at Quinn services. NFL Network is reporting that the Raiders may take a look at Gray, signing him to be the main backup for JaMarcus Russell.
The Raiders have already lost Josh McCown to the Dolphins, ...
Gray would be good move —
Inside the Oakland Raiders
Quinn Gray, the Jacksonville backup quarterback who will reportedly (source, NFL Network) be visiting the Raiders Tuesday, may be the best option available to serve as a backup to JaMarcus Russell.
That is assuming, of course, that Andrew Walter is not the backup.
Some of the other quarterbacks on the market include:
– Daunte Culpepper. You wonder if he would consider the Raiders ...
HIDE THE SNACKS!: Raiders’ Jamarcus Russell Rumored To Be 300 Pounds —
Sportaphile
Maybe it wasn’t such a good idea for the Oakland Raiders to sign a bowl of oatmeal to a $50 million dollar contract. It appears Jamarcus Russel may have eaten it all, because rumors are swirling that he now weighs over three hundred pounds.
“If Russell is indeed up to 300 pounds, he’d take over the crown of heaviest NFL quarterback from Giants backup Jared Lorenzen, who is ...
Raiders writer’s thoughts on Courtney Anderson —
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Like with the Bills other free agent acquisitions, I asked a writer from the team the player came from for his take. Patrick Patterson of MVN’s Oakland Raiders web site Thoughts from the Dark Side told me his thoughts on the newest Bill, tight end Courtney Anderson.
“Courtney Anderson was a seventh-round pick who played his way into the lineup, but was too inconsistent to keep his spot. He ...
Oakland Raiders News: Mike Mayock's Mock Draft Is SHOCKING!!! —
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Perhaps Mike Mayock is going for "Shock Value", but, he left McFadden out of his Top 10 and has the Oakland Raiders choosing Gholston over Chris Long!!! http://www.nfl.com/photo/photo-gallery?chronicleId=09000d5d80716894 There is NO Mock IN The WORLD that does not have McFadden in the Top 10!!! Is he Insane? Here is his order: (With my comments) 1) Dolphins - Matt Ryan This is a solid ...
The RaiderCast.com: State of the Raiders with TheHuddleReport.com —
The RaiderCast
Special Guest: Drew Boylhart, Senior Analyst at The Huddle Report.
Show Notes:
Shawn, Jayla, Alvin and Queen "D" in The Studio!
Interview with Drew Boylhart of The Huddle Report - NFL Draft Research and Analysis
Questions for Drew
Matty
Song is "Raider Life" by Raiderhed
Sports Surge Promo
Queen D interview
Alvin interview
Answers to The RaiderCast "Question of the week"
If you can pick one ...
Assessing the NFL Off-season Thus Far —
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Don Banks has a good take here on si.com , with nice words for the Browns (he calls them the team to beat in 2008 in the AFC North), Eagles, Saints, and Falcons.
Getting a thumbs down from Banks? Jets (he's not impressed with the moves they have made in free agency), 49ers, Dolphis, Chiefs, Titans, and Raiders. His write-up on the Raiders is noteworthy:
"• Oakland Raiders -- Where to ...
