Woodson still unsigned

[Pugger]

I can't believe that Mckenzie would be interested, given that he is blowing up that team. He knows better than taking away practice reps and game time from young bucks he's trying to develop.

I suppose Charles would be a good influence in that locker room and that might be the reason why Reggie is bringing him in. If he signs and plays well for somebody in 2013 do we get any compensation? I can't remember...

[Bretsky]

I suppose Charles would be a good influence in that locker room and that might be the reason why Reggie is bringing him in. If he signs and plays well for somebody in 2013 do we get any compensation? I can't remember...

We released him...no compensation

[MadtownPacker]

Don't worry -- promise to coach her to go slow and easy. BTW Lenay is in the top 100 of hottest Maxim women

Is that who is on your avatar?

[bobblehead]

I suppose Charles would be a good influence in that locker room and that might be the reason why Reggie is bringing him in. If he signs and plays well for somebody in 2013 do we get any compensation? I can't remember...

I'm not convinced he is a good influence. Now I love chuck and his game, but its not for others to emulate. I recall his first season MM was cheesed off because chuck didn't want to do offseason stuff in GB. Granted he always is in shape and is a pro's pro, but example?? I don't buy it unless he has changed since then.

He and Al Harris even made a deal with MM that ONE of them would be available at all OTA's, but virtually never both (unless it was mandatory). Both guys are examples of how to be a pro, but neither one was a real positive influence on the young guys from a "be around the team and work with your coaches" standpoint.

[pbmax]

I'm not convinced he is a good influence. Now I love chuck and his game, but its not for others to emulate. I recall his first season MM was cheesed off because chuck didn't want to do offseason stuff in GB. Granted he always is in shape and is a pro's pro, but example?? I don't buy it unless he has changed since then.

He and Al Harris even made a deal with MM that ONE of them would be available at all OTA's, but virtually never both (unless it was mandatory). Both guys are examples of how to be a pro, but neither one was a real positive influence on the young guys from a "be around the team and work with your coaches" standpoint.

That was the first public concession he made. He later would turn up for more offseason stuff and McCarthy would return the favor and hold him out of work at times.

At this point, at least with M3, he is probably no more difficult than most vets, plus you get good film study and responsible offseasons.

I would be more concerned with the risk taking on the field as an example for the rest.

[Smeefers]

I read this in a Vic Ketchman article. He quoted some dude who said "player's play, coaches coach." You don't want a player to be a role model/teacher because it takes away from competition. It can lead to intimidation, the younger guy not wanting to show up the crafty veteran who's taken him under his wing. It's a young man's game, you want young talent to push veterans until they can't justify playing the old experienced guy over the young guy. That's why Woodson is out of green bay, we have three corners that are as good or better than him.

I pretty much agree with that line of thought.

If Oakland doesn't have a guy that's better than him, they should pick him up because he's a better player, not because he can lead a locker room.

[bobblehead]

That was the first public concession he made. He later would turn up for more offseason stuff and McCarthy would return the favor and hold him out of work at times.

At this point, at least with M3, he is probably no more difficult than most vets, plus you get good film study and responsible offseasons.

I would be more concerned with the risk taking on the field as an example for the rest.

The risk taking was on my mind when I started the post, but I got carried away with the rest. Also, I think the work ethic and being is shape is leading by example...I'm just not sure thats enough in todays NFL.

[rbaloha1]

I read this in a Vic Ketchman article. He quoted some dude who said "player's play, coaches coach." You don't want a player to be a role model/teacher because it takes away from competition. It can lead to intimidation, the younger guy not wanting to show up the crafty veteran who's taken him under his wing. It's a young man's game, you want young talent to push veterans until they can't justify playing the old experienced guy over the young guy. That's why Woodson is out of green bay, we have three corners that are as good or better than him.

I pretty much agree with that line of thought.

If Oakland doesn't have a guy that's better than him, they should pick him up because he's a better player, not because he can lead a locker room.

CW was moved to safety and is not in GB due to age, contract and not buying into Capers. IMO the best tackler in the secondary and the best secondary player against the run.

A good role model off the field with game prep but a bad role model during the game. Some of CW's "gambling" was due to secondary breakdowns/miscommunications.

[Pugger]

CW was moved to safety and is not in GB due to age, contract and not buying into Capers. IMO the best tackler in the secondary and the best secondary player against the run.

A good role model off the field with game prep but a bad role model during the game. Some of CW's "gambling" was due to secondary breakdowns/miscommunications.

And loss of speed. He is still a good tackler and plays the run great but he got grabby when trying to cover guys. I know you like to bring up the SF game but he was penalized a lot in other games.

[rbaloha1]

And loss of speed. He is still a good tackler and plays the run great but he got grabby when trying to cover guys. I know you like to bring up the SF game but he was penalized a lot in other games.

CW and Al Harris were masters of this stuff for years. CW's loss of speed caused him to be more grabby and was flagged for more penalties.

SF game is relevant since it is the most recent body of work.

[woodbuck27]

Is that who is on your avatar?

Wow ... what a story Mad. Trying to **identify the young lady, 'real or not' in rbaloha1 avatar.

Is to invite yourself into the complicated life of Manti Te'o. His 'love life story' possibly more complicated than trying to uncover the TRUTH in the Brett Favre and Green Bay Packers divorce. When I looked at the Manti Te'o story, I found it difficult to get my head twisted around it.

Not sure if I got this correct?

I discovered that ( possibly !? ) someone named ***Diane O'Meara; her photo is the image of 'the imaginary Manti Te'o online girlfriend'... named Lennay Kekua.

The same 'ficticious' Lennay Kekua, who alledgedly according to Te'o. Had been diagnosed with Leukemia. While fighting this disease was tragically/fatally killed in a car accident. That loss/grief of 'a loving relationship with her' (Lennay Kekua); further complicating the life of Manti Te'o.

A grief compounded for Manti Te'o, as in that same timeframe, Te'o was also grieving the death of his grandmother.

*** Images of a real person named .... Diane O'mera:

http://www.google.ca/search?q=diane+o'meara&hl=en&rlz=1W1ADFA_enCA428&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=h-yYUbKKN6XE0AGUkYCADw&sqi=2&ved=0CCsQsAQ&biw=800&bih=349

Moses, Jenkins and Aaron. Who could make this stuff up!?

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2266491/Manti-Teo-scandal-Fake-girlfriend-Diane-OMeara-slams-hoaxer-identity-theft.html

Manti Te'o (not a Bear, not a Viking) but rather of the San Diego Chargers.

I was hoping he's be in the NFCN but not as a Green Bay Packer. We already have too much drama with Jermichael Finley.

[George Cumby]

And loss of speed. He is still a good tackler and plays the run great but he got grabby when trying to cover guys. I know you like to bring up the SF game but he was penalized a lot in other games.

This. CW lost his top gear. He was always physical but the last couple years he was MUGGING guys out there and, IMO, getting away with more than a couple. His leadership will be missed but as Ketchman said (quoting Joe Greene), the team needs Young Lions.

[woodbuck27]

She is certainly too young - and too insubstantial - for Cleft Crusty. Note that my heart probably cannot survive extended periods above 50bpm.

Cleft... even you can handle her.



All you need is a powerful urge to fantasize.

[woodbuck27]

http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2013/5/18/4343598/groundswell-to-bring-charles-woodson-back-to-oakland-raiders

Groundswell of support building for Charles Woodson return to Oakland

By Levi Damien ... May 18 2013, 11:39 AM


Since the idea that Charles Woodson might return to the Raiders was first introduced, the excitement has been growing. Now the movement to woo him to come back has become organized.

" Twitter was abuzz with a groundswell of Raider fans preparing to converge on Raiders headquarters on Tuesday in a massive show of support they hope will be impossible for Woodson to deny.
The initial event was scheduled for 2pm but many have discussed noon as when they would arrive. If this event turns out anything near the level of buzz created on Twitter, it should be something to behold." Fr. LINK above

[George Cumby]

http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2...akland-raiders

Groundswell of support building for Charles Woodson return to Oakland

By Levi Damien ... May 18 2013, 11:39 AM


Since the idea that Charles Woodson might return to the Raiders was first introduced, the excitement has been growing. Now the movement to woo him to come back has become organized.

" Twitter was abuzz with a groundswell of Raider fans preparing to converge on Raiders headquarters on Tuesday in a massive show of support they hope will be impossible for Woodson to deny.
The initial event was scheduled for 2pm but many have discussed noon as when they would arrive. If this event turns out anything near the level of buzz created on Twitter, it should be something to behold." Fr. LINK above

SMH. The Raider Nation is approaching the threshold of patheticism.