Dominic Rhodes to Oakland Raiders

[BDBohnzie]

Indy lets him walk because Addai is better and they can probably grab a backup for cheaper than resigining Rhodes.

So Rhodes is going to split time with Lamont Jordan...hopefully it keeps Jordan healthy as they ride to the basement of the AFC West.

[redskin37]

Wonder if this means the end of the road for Lamont Jordan in Oakland.


I think he was productive considering there offensive line is terrible.

[BDBohnzie]

Originally Posted by redskin37

Wonder if this means the end of the road for Lamont Jordan in Oakland.


I think he was productive considering there offensive line is terrible.

Jordan just reworked his contract at the beginning of the week. I imagine them splitting time like Rhodes did with Addai this past year in Indy.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

Little Boy Blew. Ehhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, he needed the money!

Seriously, to stay on task, this is strikingly similar to when Hutch went to Minnesota. Worked out GREAT for him.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

If I'm Oakland, I'm landing a veteran QB, maybe Rattay, taking Joe Thomas with the first overall pick, make some trades and get Grubbs or Blaylock. Just look what the Jets did with shrewd picks on the offensive line last year. Mangold and Ferguson both paid dividends for them.

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

If I'm Oakland, I'm landing a veteran QB, maybe Rattay, taking Joe Thomas with the first overall pick, make some trades and get Grubbs or Blaylock. Just look what the Jets did with shrewd picks on the offensive line last year. Mangold and Ferguson both paid dividends for them.

I like the way you think, but Oakland already tried that approach. What they got was one of the biggest busts in draft history. I thought they were going to take Roethlisberger at No. 2 in 2004, they took Gallery--and the rest is history. The franchise has been in shambles ever since Gannon tore his labrum in 2003 and it's got something to do with never having a QB more talented than Aaron Brooks on the roster. This team SHOULD have already taken a QB in the first round and just can't ignore the future of that position anymore.

I think Quinn is far superior, but even if they go with Russell, they will be far better off in the long run than by selecting at any other postion; as good as I think Joe Thomas can be.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by GTripp0012

I like the way you think, but Oakland already tried that approach. What they got was one of the biggest busts in draft history. I thought they were going to take Roethlisberger at No. 2 in 2004, they took Gallery--and the rest is history. The franchise has been in shambles ever since Gannon tore his labrum in 2003 and it's got something to do with never having a QB more talented than Aaron Brooks on the roster. This team SHOULD have already taken a QB in the first round and just can't ignore the future of that position anymore.

I think Quinn is far superior, but even if they go with Russell, they will be far better off in the long run than by selecting at any other postion; as good as I think Joe Thomas can be.

You think Brady Quinn is superior over Russell? Really???? Not sure if you saw any LSU games or not but I don't think there is a QB in this draft that comes close to this guy's ability. He makes throws that very few guys can maake on the NFL level neverless the college level. His weight concerns me but that's about it.

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

You think Brady Quinn is superior over Russell? Really???? Not sure if you saw any LSU games or not but I don't think there is a QB in this draft that comes close to this guy's ability. He makes throws that very few guys can maake on the NFL level neverless the college level. His weight concerns me but that's about it.

I'm guessing you probably haven't seen much Quinn.

I don't know what "ability" you are talking about though. Does Russell have all the physical tools? No one is questioning his unbelieveable arm strength, but does that give him an advantage over Quinn? I'm not sure an ability to throw the ball 75+ yards will ever have practical purpose in an NFL game considering it would take receviers 8-10 seconds to run that far.

Russell throws exceptionally well on the run, but he lacks general mobility. In the NFL, he's going to have to be a prototypical pocket passer.

Playing QB is all about the mind (assuming that the QB doesnt have a damning physical limitation). Players with crappy physical skills are among the greatest QBs ever (think Marino). Based on his college production, Russell's mind for the game exceeds the level of nearly all draft-eligible quarterbacks. But does anyone think he understands the position better than Quinn? That's crazy talk.

The only physical limitation between the QBs is probably Russell's mobility. They are both great prospects, but I have no reason to assume Russell will be better.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by GTripp0012

I'm guessing you probably haven't seen much Quinn.

I don't know what "ability" you are talking about though. Does Russell have all the physical tools? No one is questioning his unbelieveable arm strength, but does that give him an advantage over Quinn? I'm not sure an ability to throw the ball 75+ yards will ever have practical purpose in an NFL game considering it would take receviers 8-10 seconds to run that far.

Russell throws exceptionally well on the run, but he lacks general mobility. In the NFL, he's going to have to be a prototypical pocket passer.

Playing QB is all about the mind (assuming that the QB doesnt have a damning physical limitation). Players with crappy physical skills are among the greatest QBs ever (think Marino). Based on his college production, Russell's mind for the game exceeds the level of nearly all draft-eligible quarterbacks. But does anyone think he understands the position better than Quinn? That's crazy talk.

The only physical limitation between the QBs is probably Russell's mobility. They are both great prospects, but I have no reason to assume Russell will be better.

I watch alot of college ball. I saw Brady Quinn every week for two years. He's not the most accurate guy around. I honestly think Quinn get's a lot of hype cause he's from ND. Don't get me wrong, he's really good. He benefits from a passing offense. But I don't think he's any better than Troy Smith, Chris Leak or Kevin Kolb. Smith had just as good a year if not better. He got better once Weiss came to South Bend. I would say Quinn has had the better coaching of anyone. But Russell is just a freak. Quicker release, better arm, more accurate. Plus he's very mobile for his size. He just has not had Quinn's coaching. When he get's to Oak, and if Sarkeshain can work on his footwork, and if the Raiders can straighten out Moss and Porter, look out. Of course that's a lot of if's.

And Marino had great physical skills. Great feet, cannon arm and the best release of all time. That's almost all you need to play QB.

[dmek25]

i think indy might be alot like denver. no matter what running back they use, it works. a system back, if you will

[TheMalcolmConnection]

Peyton Manning is a system within himself. You're ALWAYS respecting the pass so many times the back has huge holes to run through.

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

Peyton Manning is a system within himself. You're ALWAYS respecting the pass so many times the back has huge holes to run through.

And he calls the running plays at the line. With the way he understands offense, its not surprising that they give their talented backs in the best possible chance to succeed as often as they do.

[That Guy]

well, at long as he doesn't want to win, he picked the right place.

[dmek25]

Originally Posted by That Guy

well, at long as he doesn't want to win, he picked the right place.

you know the saying, show me the money

[dall-assblows]

might as well hand the SB trophy to the raiders now, eh?