http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blog.php RaiderFans.net - Largest Oakland Raiders fan Community on the Net! en Fri, 08 Aug 2008 19:17:06 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/iSkin_Black/misc/rss.jpg http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blog.php http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/soulpatrol/186-first-edition-raider-night-live-special-guest-omaha.html Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:28:03 GMT Welcome Raider Nation to the first ever Raider Night Live! hosted by me Soulpatrol and my co creator armyraider! Tonight we sat down with Omaha to discuss Raider football and the man known as the beast chad pennington.Here is what he said: Armyraider:What do you think was the biggest offseason... Welcome Raider Nation to the first ever Raider Night Live! hosted by me Soulpatrol and my co creator armyraider! Tonight we sat down with Omaha to discuss Raider football and the man known as the beast chad pennington.Here is what he said:

Armyraider:What do you think was the biggest offseason acquisition of the raiders?

Omaha:Gibril Wilson, he can have a huge effect on the run defense...no where near as many long runs

Soulpatrol:With Nnamdi and hall ruling the backfield what rank do u expect our passing defense to reach?

Omaha:If Burgess returns to Pro-Bowl form, top 5, if not, upper half.

Armyraider:How beast is Chad Pennington and how does he affect the raiders?

Omaha:He should only be referred to Chad BEASTington, that is how BEASTLY he is. it will affect us in a grossly negative manner if we are unable to pull him under Al's wing.

Soulpatrol:How many picks/forced fumbles do u see Morrision achieving this year?

Omaha:I see about 5 total, don't know why that number is in my head, but probably just a gut feeling

Armyraider:Will fargas remain the number 1 back or will a younger RB emerge from the pack?

Omaha:For the beginning of the season, it will be Fargas, my feeling is that we are paying McFadden a bit too much not have him starting after about week 10, but that is just my gut.

Soulpatrol:If a meteor was on a path to destroy earth how many passes would the BEAST chad pennington have to throw at it to change it's course?

Omaha: 0 , only a thought by that BEAST would be needed to send the meteor crying home to it's momma.

Armyraider: Do you think Al Davis is still in control of this team and how far will they go or has he lost touch with reality?

Omaha:I think he is in control, but at the same time the past five seasons have shown some loss of reality.....and yes that sounds like a cop out, but we all know the decisions are Al's, but by the same token, we have not been even an average team since the Super Bowl.

Soulpatrol:I think one of the most important question on peoples minds.. what do you think about our chances at stopping the run?

Omaha:I don't think we will be in the bottom ten this year. Mostly because of the loss of Warren Sapp. His weight loss made him even worse against the run last year, and he wasn't exactly know for his play against the run before. Also Joseph, and Kelly coming back healthy paired with Sands having his mind in a better place, should put us around 20, with the added tackling power of Wilson, taking away those LOOONNNGGGG runs .

Armyraider:We've had issues with the bronco's for a few years, last year we overcame a devastating loss early in the season to win the last game we played. How do you see the future battles against the broncos going?

Omaha:Honestly, just because of Shanahan's hatred of the Raiders, things will be close this year. Especially given our "second year" quarterback. But in the end We will pull out a close game.

Soulpatrol:who do you see being our stand out WR?

Omaha:I am going to go with Walker, but this purely based on hope, I think in receptions it will be Curry

Armyraider:Over under: Tyvvon Branch will return 3 kickoffs for TD's

Omaha:Under, Got to go with the law of Averages. 2 would be a great surprise. But I think one is likely.......anything more is gravy

Soulpatrol:over/under 5 int's for Nnamdi?

Omaha:Under, people are going to test Hall in the base, as he is known for taking more chances. In the Nickel they'll go after Routt.

Armyraider:Over-Under: Zack Miller catches 70 passes.

Omaha:Under, he'll be in to pass block a little too much, in my estimation, to get that many balls thrown his way. Beginning of last season is where I draw that opinion from.

Soulpatrol:How do u feel about the story of when the beast chad pennington launched a football to the moon!?

Omaha:I truly feel sorry for that astronaut who caught it. To have your hands hurt that much as the last sensation you'll ever know........in a word OUCH!

Armyraider:Predictions- McFadden will be used in the return game during the season?

Omaha: Doubt it. You don't use a Rolls Royce to go off-roading.

Soulpatrol:how many games do u realistically see us winning?

Omaha: 6.that O-Line still scares me in pass protection, and to come from behind you have to pass, which is our biggest Achilles heel from my estimation.

Armyraider:If tom cruise were to battle out with his alter ego Galanthor from galaxy nine who would win?

Omaha:Ask L. Ron Hubbard, only he knows.

Soulpatrol:Offense and Defense will rank.....?

Omaha:18th in offense, the running game will boost that number out of the lower third of the league. Defense, if everything comes together on the d-line, 14th, mostly because of the improvements to the defensive backfield. Huff is the only liability when it comes to tackling a runner, and Wilson should prevent a lot of the long runs that killed us last year.

Armyraider:True of False- Curry becomes the number 1 receiver?

Omaha:False, he is a possession receiver.

Well nation that's all we got for this week join us next week when we interview BLACKHEART! ]]> soulpatrol http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/soulpatrol/186-first-edition-raider-night-live-special-guest-omaha.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/raiderzvixen/185-raiders-vs-whiners-season-opener.html Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:17:42 GMT I'm freakin stoked for the season to begin as I'm sure you are all! Finally we have something to look forward too. Theres nothing better than FOOTBALL SEASON! Plus our team is fully locked and loaded! I'm very pleased to see all of our players are doing so well in camp. I have a happy feeling in my heart, lately.

I've been hearing a lot of sh*t talk lately about this game and honestly its got me pretty hot around the collar! I honestly think we have the Niners in the bag. I dont think the Whiners have a fighting chance against our A-team....I can't wait to see us smash on em. What's your thoughts? Scream at me. Holla at your girl! ]]> RAIDERZVIXEN http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/raiderzvixen/185-raiders-vs-whiners-season-opener.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/sandmanp21/184-defense.html Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:07:58 GMT We should have one of the best defenses inthe league, The ofense is what I'm worried about. ]]> Sandmanp21 http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/sandmanp21/184-defense.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/yayarea_raider/183-offensive-line-starters-10-raider-season-predictions.html Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:09:58 GMT We all know Kwame Harris is starting at left tackle with no one else up for the task so it would seem. There will be some consistency along the offensive line with Gallery and Carlisle (the most consistent and solid player on the line right now) returning for year two as the starting guards for... We all know Kwame Harris is starting at left tackle with no one else up for the task so it would seem.

There will be some consistency along the offensive line with Gallery and Carlisle (the most consistent and solid player on the line right now) returning for year two as the starting guards for Tom Cables ZBS. Hopefully Gallery can improve even more now that he's settled in at one position.

There really is a FAT question mark when it comes to picking out two starting tackles that will keep JaMarcus upright and not sent into the back field this year.
Harris is going to be the starter at left tackle, but it's still odd that the team didn't try to bring in another vet or take an offensive tackle early in the draft. Al loves finding a way to side-step drafting new talent and not investing in his trenches that have suffered in both areas.

Who will be the starting right tackle? Well, Paul McQuistan filled in nicely for last years starter Cornell Green, who returns to challenge McQuistan and Kiffin's favorite player Mario Henderson for the spot. Kiffin hasn't been giving McQuistan a good amount of reps at right tackle instead he has been demoted to Gallery's back up at left guard.
Kiffin and his coaching staff supposedly have high hopes for last year's third round pick, Mario Henderson. All reports coming out of training camp and from Kiffin himself, suggest Henderson isn't coming along. At all.

Before Green went down with an injury he was inconsistent and poor in pass protection. So, basically if Henderson or someone else doesn't take a step forward in pre-season, the Nation could easily see Green (a back up at best) handed the starting job.

Jake Grove has improved his game in the one area that has been his weakness; upper body strength. He at times looked solid and at times couldn't take those tackles on the other side of the ball. This off-season he has spent his time working on improving his strength up there, and hopefully tat will be enough for him to win the job at center.

LT-Harris LG-Gallery C-Grove RG-Carlisle RT-? 60/40 chance it's Green



*10 SEASON PREDICTIONS*

1)Curry leads in receptions

2)McFadden gets more carries over time while Fargas' role decreases

3)Grove will start at Center

4)Nnamdi will have 5+ INT's

5)Miller will have 5+ touchdowns with 60+ receptions

6)Run Defense will improve, but by how much is uncertain...

7)The presence of Wilson in the box will be crucial and much appreciated especially if the LB's and DT's whiff on their assignments

8)Hall will get beat a few times, but will also help in the run game with his good tackling skills. He will probably add some more excitement/explosiveness with his play making ability and passion for the game (not to mention he'll be covering #2 WR's this year not #1 WR's)

9)Burgess has 12+ sacks, makes pro-bowl and gets a new contract signed off by Al Davis next off-season

10)Raiders beat the Broncos on MNF in Oakland, then finish them in Denver later on



NEXT BLOG: Raiders RB's....who is most likely to get more carries than the other 2 backs? ]]> yayarea_raider http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/yayarea_raider/183-offensive-line-starters-10-raider-season-predictions.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/182-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raiderzvixen.html Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:07:02 GMT Whats up fellow RFN members Welcome back for another sit down on THE BLACKHEART SHOW with the one and only BlackHeart and today I continue with my one on ones with the Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestants and I was lucky enough to go one on one with one of the newest members and... Whats up fellow RFN members



Welcome back for another sit down on THE BLACKHEART SHOW with the one and only BlackHeart and today I continue with my
one on ones with the Hottest Female Raider
Fan Contestants and I was lucky enough
to go one on one with one of the newest
members and contestants RAIDERZVIXEN.
So lets get right into it.




BlackHeart- When did you become an Oakland Raider fan ?



RAIDERZVIXEN-I became a Raiders fan when I was 8 years old and they were still in LA. Back when Marcus Allen and Todd Christensen played, not to mention good ole Jim Plunkett. I believe that year we made it to the playoffs with a record 12-4. Not bad I think we might have went all the way if it wasn't for, Marc Wilson, the weakest link (in my opinion). Hey but that history and that is when this girl became a ride or die fan.





BlackHeart-How did you hear about RFN ?



RAIDERZVIXEN-I heard about RFN through myspace. I never knew this website existed, where have you been all my life? Oh my gosh I would have been on here ages ago. I love football and what better way to spend time then by chatting football with mutual RAIDERS fans!





BlackHeart-I know you only been here for a lil while so just to let you know RFN is full of so many different personalities and is loaded with
some good posters as well. What do you have to offer from a posting stand point ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-Well believe it or not it's hard to be a female football fan. In all my working years I have always had to prove myself amongst the guys that I work with. I've had to fight to be in the football pools because they think im just a girly girl with a jersey pretending to be a fan. Most of the time I'm the only girl in them so I get a lot of s**t from the guys, but I love to give it right back especially with rival fans. They don't like it when I win weeks n weeks at at time, but I love it and I love to rub in their faces. I always have to step up my game, I live, breathe, eat, and drink football during on and off season. I have good feedback and I love to express my opinion! Maybe a lil too much lol!





BlackHeart-We have alot of nice looking females in the Hottest Female Raider Fan Contest and by the looks of it you're one of them as well. Tell me why the members should vote for you ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-I'm really down to earth and don't believe myself to be a "hottie" lol as you say. Honestly, I'm the girl next door and when I'm not working, throwing down in the kitchen, or sitting in front of my big screen with a cold brew arguing and fussing with the players (like they can hear me) You'll find me outside tossing around a football with my boys. Eventually, we have all the neighborhood kids running over to play. Of course my team is alway the RAIDERS! I could play with them for hours! This contest is souly based on looks but aside from that I am the ultimate female Raiders fan. I might look like a sweetheart but you haven't seen me face up with a Rival! I live in Arizona and I sport my Oakland Raiders liscence plate frame in the back of my truck regardless of the rude comments I get. I have yet to meet someone who's ready to get out the car and handle it. Hahaha I'm from Cali we're never scared! Win or lose I'm a Raiders fan til I die.




BlackHeart-What do you think of the offseason moves the Raiders made this offseason ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-CHANGE IS GOOD BABY! I am stoked about JaMarcus Russell getting off the bench as our new quarterback I have felt we needed a new quarterback for a hot minute now! I mean Cullpepper/McGown didn't really step up to the plate last season (in my opinion). So thankfully we can open a new chapter. I am really excited for our hot new running back Darren McFadden, I honestly felt warmness and hope in my heart the day he was drafted. Make momma proud Darren! We're smoking the AFC with both McFadden and Justin Fargas! No where to go but up! I could go on and on with this questions, but I'll leave it with that.





BlackHeart-You mentioned that you had to fight to prove that you belong in the football pools and to be honest with you before
I join this site I used to think the sameway about female fans not being as knowledgeable when it came to football but on the real its female fans on this site alone that has more football knowledge then most of the guys on here including myself so imo you came to the right place to be among some of the most knowledgeable female Raider fans around and I'm not saying that just to suck up either its the truth. But with that said have you read some of the female posts and seen exactly what I'm talking about ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-Oh of course I have and honestly I wouldn't mind meeting a couple of these great females! It is awesome to finally be surrounded with females with some actual football knowledge! I can tell you that most of my girlfriends dont even know what a football looks like let alone who to pass it to lol. Which is why I probably have more male friends than female. I feel we have more in common. We can pass time by joking about stupid and great plays and oh my gosh did you see that interception! So yes I know exactly what your talking about.






BlackHeart-When it comes to the Raiders Do you see the glass half empty or glass half full ?






RAIDERZVIXEN-I'm a true RAIDERS FAN! Of course I always see the glass half full! If I didnt I wouldn't be able to call myself a true fan now would I? Especially with our record lately? But we stay true and we hold our heads up high and hope for a better year next year and by GOD I honestly think we have come to that point! Bring it on!






BlackHeart-How many wins you see the Raiders getting this coming season ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-Hmmmm I wish I could answer this after preseason has started being that we have some newbies on our team and we have yet to see if they deserve to wear our prideful Silver & Black jerseys. But I'm gonna throw it out there anyways - 13/3......take us home fellas and "Just Win, Baby"





BlackHeart-Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions and is there something else you will like to say to the rest of the RFN members on the site ?





RAIDERZVIXEN-I'm glad I found this site! I have been a Raiders fan for many years and other than chatting with the Raiders Nation on Myspace and with my friends and family, sharing my excitement for our teams ups and downs was limited. I am glad to have found this site with Raiders fans from all over the nation. Hit me up with whatever and whenever! I'm always ready to talk about the only team that matters and I'm always here to lend an ear when you want to trash talk the competition. I AM BEYOND EXCITED for the upcoming season! We are going to dominate this year, finally a break though! We got this baby BRING IT ON! Hope to meet up with some of you gents and gals at the games!





I'll like to say thanks again to RAIDERZVIXEN and good luck to you in the contest. And thanks to my peeps who take the time to read what I'm cooking up I appreciate that and remember that your comments are always welcome.






NEXT I will be going one on one with a well known RFN member and a contestant in the Hottest Female Raider Fan Contest...82rediar
So check that out when you check out.....


THE BLACKHEART SHOW :rf.net: ]]> BlackHeart http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/182-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raiderzvixen.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/jules1/181-raiders-fan-need-your-help.html Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:13:39 GMT Hi, I just signed the petition "Feller Family In Need Of Help". I'm asking you to sign this petition to help us reach our goal of 50,000 signatures. I care deeply about this cause, and I hope you will support our efforts. Go to and Look for the Feller's http://www.thepetitionsite.com/health

(The Feller's) have been nominated and are competing to be selected to participate in a Home Make over TV show. They are an amazing family that have faced many of life's difficulties and come out with a strong family support group. Filled with love and charity. They have faced Cancer and won and faced it again only to lose loved ones. They face many odds and never give up hope or helping others. In a very short period of time they have had to deal with a son a decorated Veteran fighting cancer, They lost there Dad to cancer and there mother (brain Tumor) and grandmother (dementia and heart troubles,bedridden and on hospice) are extremely
sick and require 24 hr care. They are trying to make it work out but illness, lack of space for the family, Kids, Grand Kids, and Great Kids and running/supporting 2 homes, and family members always in constant flux. One home sitting empty unless nieces and there kids stay and/or His girlfriend and her two little girls.They are cramped, separated, in need of ground floor rooms (handicap access) not suitable amenities for there medical and personal needs. We are trying to fix that and gather support for them. A small news report or article has been a big help for them be selected to be helped by you (We hope).

Please help get this out to the public and let's help this family that is always trying to support people in charity issues facing many people today.

Thank You

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http://www.thepetitionsite.com/health ]]> Jules1 http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/jules1/181-raiders-fan-need-your-help.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/motosoto24/180-im-going-raiders-game-please-help-me.html Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:23:59 GMT Ok im going to the Raiders at Chiefs game on september 14th I would like suggestions on what i could wear to the game that will make me stand out so i can cheer on the SILVER AND BLACK! Just throw some suggestions at me that i can pick up at walmart or target or something... i wanna be the guy... Ok im going to the Raiders at Chiefs game on september 14th

I would like suggestions on what i could wear to the game that will make me stand out so i can cheer on the SILVER AND BLACK!

Just throw some suggestions at me that i can pick up at walmart or target or something... i wanna be the guy everyone looks at for a picture haha!

Thanks
Alex ]]> motosoto24 http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/motosoto24/180-im-going-raiders-game-please-help-me.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/179-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raidercheryl.html Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:56:32 GMT Wazzup Raider Nation Today I continue my sit downs with the Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestants and today I go one on one with one of the many Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestants and new RFN member raidercheryl so lets get right into it. *BlackHeart-How did you become an Oakland Raider... Wazzup Raider Nation


Today I continue my sit downs with the Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestants
and today I go one on one with one of
the many Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestants and new RFN member raidercheryl so lets get right into it.



BlackHeart-How did you become an Oakland Raider fan ?



raidercheryl-Actually its a funny story. My mom was a 49er fan and my dad was a Raider fan...so growing up I didn't really care because I didn't want to upset my parents. Then when I was around 10, I started spending a lot of time with my brother and sister in law, and they would have Raider parties at their house every Sunday for the game, and then I started watching some of the games with the guys and ended up falling absolutely in love with the Raiders. Been with them ever since and will ALWAYS be a Raider fan!!




BlackHeart-How did you find out about RFN and are you enjoying it so far ?



raidercheryl-I found out about the site from my friend Bob. I absolutely LOVE this site. I only wish I had heard about it sooner!




BlackHeart-I know its alot of pretty ladies in this contest and of course you're one of them so in your honest opinion why should the voters vote for you ?




raidercheryl-Yes, there are a lot of gorgeous Raider fans, its going to be a tough competition. It would be my dream to have season tickets. Theres no way I have near enough money to buy those right now and it would be great to take my dad to the games because he hasn't really gotten to go to many since he had me. I am a diehard Raider fan, ask any of my friends, they always think of me when they see something Raiders. It would be awesome to win.





BlackHeart-Its alot of well respected members on this site and they like to debate and give their opinions. Will we be seeing you give your input in threads ?




raidercheryl-Most definitely. I am pretty addicted to this site now, I am always on it at work!




BlackHeart-Do you have a favorite Raider game or favorite Raider moment if so can you share it with us ?



raidercheryl-My first Raider game in 2002 against the Titans, we won 52-25. What a GREAT first game!!!





BlackHeart-Which team you just love to hate in the NFL ?



raidercheryl-Without a doubt, the NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS. Along with my friends knowing me as the Raider freak, they also know me as the Patriot hater.
Superbowl was amazing!





BlackHeart-With our current Raider team how do you see this season starting off when it comes to wins and loses ?




raidercheryl-As dumb as this sounds, I have this superstition that I jinx the team when I predict whats gonna happen. So I'm just gonna keep quiet on this. But I can't wait to see McFadden and JaMarcus Russel and Asomugha!!




BlackHeart-I will like to thank you for taking the time to answer some questions and if there is anything you will like to add or say to your fellow RFN members please do so ?




raidercheryl-Please don't think that I am here just for the contest. I will be around for many years to come. I found out about this website BECAUSE of the contest. And now I'm totally addicted. Thanks for taking the time to read this!




I'd like to thank raidercheryl once again and good luck in the contest. I'd also like to thank
everyone who views my blogs cause it hit 283 views for my last blog but or24 joked and said people probably thought it was some naked women in here haha if you did think that I'm sorry its not that kind of show around here but anywho thanks for the continued support guys.




Up next I'll be going one on one with Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestant and new RFN member........RAIDERZVIXEN so look out for that when you check out...



THE BLACKHEART SHOW !!!:rf.net: ]]> BlackHeart http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/179-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raidercheryl.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/dollar/178-look-number-24-2008.html Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:05:52 GMT Yes, number 24 of the Oakland Raiders, the 7th overall pick of the 2007 NFL draft, Michael Huff. I believe this season we're going to truly know what Michael is all about. His first two seasons weren't good nor bad, they were decent, but I believe this season will either be great or terrible for him, no real 'in between'.

We have two of the league's most talented corners, DeAngelo Hall and Nnamdi Asomugha. We also have Gibril Wilson, who is a former NY Giant, and is also a pretty good strong safety. With all of these players in our defensive backfield, teams will probably lean on running the ball against us. But when the time comes to run with it, you can be sure that the spot they will pick to throw upon, will be Michael's.

Also, since he is usually the last man on the field before a touchdown, he MUST be able to save long runs and long touchdowns... ]]> dollar http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/dollar/178-look-number-24-2008.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/177-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raidergirl25.html Mon, 21 Jul 2008 05:42:11 GMT Whats up fellow RFN members



I'm back once again with another sit down interview with one of the newest members
and one of the many Hottest Female Contestants RaiderGirl25. I'm going to start interviewing as many Hottest Female Raider fan Contestant as I can so the rest of us can get to know some of the contestants so look out for it weekly. I'm going to get right into it with RaiderGirl25 so Here it goes.



BlackHeart-How did you become an Oakland Raider fan ?



RaiderGirl25-I was born a Raider fan. My love for the Raiders was inherited from my parents. Both of them are huge Raider fans so naturally silver and black blood runs through my veins. They have been Raider fans since the very beginning and they tell me stories about how they remember watching all those infamous games that the Raiders played in back in the day. Most of my Raider history knowledge comes from my parents. I cannot remember a time when I didn’t feel love and passion for this team. Even when I was really little and barely knew anything about football, I knew that the Raiders were my team no matter what, and that idea never faltered. As I got older and learned more about the sport and the Raider Nation, my passion grew even more. There is nothing like a Raider fan. The community, personality, loyalty, dedication we have is unlike any other team I know. This is a nation that I am proud to be apart of and I am so glad that my parents raised me right.



BlackHeart-How did you hear about RFN and are you enjoying yourself so far ?




RaiderGirl25-I heard about RFN from my boyfriend. He has been a member for a while and spends hours at a time on here. He suggested that I join the site because he thought I would really enjoy it. So I signed up not really knowing what to expect but instantly I became hooked. Now I spend hours at a time on RFN too, going through the threads, reading the articles and just talking with other Raider fans. This site is such a great resource for Raider fans and it’s fun being able to talk to so many Raider fans from all over the world. One of the things I love about this site is that I am able to talk to other women Raider fans. I don’t personally know any women who are die hard Raider fans like me so it is great to be able to come to RFN and talk to them. My only regret is that I didn’t join RFN sooner. I will be upgrading to a premium account soon because I’ve developed an addiction to RFN lol. Now, I finally understand what my boyfriend was talking about.



BlackHeart-I noticed a lot of females are joining this forum because of the "Hottest Female Raider fan contest" and I'll be honest
with you that I feel most are just joining to try and win those tickets. Do you plan on staying around if you don't win that contest?





RaiderGirl25-I will definitely be sticking around after the contest is over. Like I said earlier, I’m hooked on this site. Now, I can’t imagine going a day without logging into RaiderFans.net fifty times and checking for new articles and thread updates. It has become routine for me so I’m sticking with it. I really feel like I am apart of a brother/sisterhood now and I cannot imagine leaving it. There is nothing better than a community full of Raider fans and there is no where else to find it but here at RFN. I’m sure some of the women did join just to try to win these tickets but I am hoping they feel the same way I do about RFN and stay around. The world can always use more Raider fans and if they are women, even better!



BlackHeart-Tell us why we should vote for you ?




RaiderGirl25-You should vote for me because I am a die hard Raider fan. I was raised a Raider and have been living that lifestyle for the past twenty years. This team is one of the things in my life that I am truly passionate about. Some people may think it’s sad that the majority of my passion goes into loving a football team but it is so much more than that. I have been with this team my whole life and they will be will me forever. I have been with the Raiders through thick and thin. I have screamed my butt off every Sunday for the Raiders whether it was at the Oakland Coliseum, at home in front of the television, or driving in the car listening to the game on the radio when those home games don’t sell out. I have painted my face and gone to Qualcomm to bring the Raider Nation to the players…and to piss off the charger fans. I have argued with niner fans, charger fans, bronco fans, pats fans, chiefs fans etc when they tell me the Raiders suck. I have fought with the boys who are always surprised about how much I actually know about my team. I know my Raider history, even though I didn’t live through it all. I love the Raiders win, lose or tie. I am a Raider.



BlackHeart-Do you have a Fav Raider game or Raider experience you will like to share with us ?




RaiderGirl25-Both of my favorite Raider experiences involve us playing the donks. One of my favorite games is when we came back and beat them in Denver towards the end of the 2004 season. I remember being at my Nana’s house in Washington D.C. and watching that game upstairs on her big screen T.V. We were playing in Denver and the field was covered in snow! When Langston Walker blocked that kick and we beat the broncos 25-24 I was jumping up and down screaming! That was such a memorable game. The second game was from last season when we played the broncos at home. We lost to them earlier in the season after Shanahan called that TO that caused us to miss the second field goal attempt. We definitely brought feelings from that game into the second game because we came to play! I was at the game and remember seeing JaMarcus Russell warming up on the sideline to come into the game. The crowd was going wild when he came in and we all got to witness his first NFL start. It was such a sweet revenge killing the broncos 34-20. I think those games are my favorite because it always feels good to beat the broncos.




BlackHeart-When it comes to our upcoming 2008 season how do you see it playing out when it comes to wins and loses ?




RaiderGirl25-I am a very positive person so I always go into the season believing that we will be the best. My subconscious knows that is going to be a difficult task but I believe we have a very good chance of going 8-8 this season. We have been making a lot of changes this offseason and we finally have a stable starting qb. I expect a lot of good things from him this season and I hope he delivers. The Raider Nation is counting on him. We have a lot of new players with great potential who are going to have to prove themselves on the field. Of course I am hoping for the best. I know we can be a good team. I really want to shock some people this year.




BlackHeart-Thank you for taking the time to answer some of my questions and if its anything you will like to say to the rest of the RFN members please do so.





RaiderGirl25-Thank you for interviewing me BH! I would just like to say thank so much for the warm welcome you guys have all given me into the RFN network. I am so happy to finally be apart of it and I’m not going anywhere! It’s almost time for football season and I can’t wait! Let’s go get em Raiders! Just win baby!



Thanks again RaiderGirl25 for sharing your Raider knowledge and good luck to you in the Contest. I will also like to thank everyone for the support.


Next I will be going one on one with another New RFN member and Hottest Female Raider Fan Contestant RaiderCheryl so check that out next time when you check out...


THE BLACKHEART SHOW !!! :skull: ]]> BlackHeart http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/177-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-hottest-female-contestant-raidergirl25.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/_gg_/176-hot-animal-machine-ii.html Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:24:20 GMT I'm a man fired from the barrel of a gun.
Instructions: remain calm, prepare to destroy.
My dreams, they all die.
Annihilation, discrimination, incineration.
In my dreams, they all die.
I'm exterminating from the inside.
No one hears a scream.
No one holds or heeds to my dreams but me.
The assassin of my dreams comes to destroy from the inside.
The assassin of my dreams exterminates without mercy, without judgement.
I am the assassin of my dreams.
I am the exterminator of my thoughts.
I am the rust that corrodes my will.
I am my worst enemy.
I am my best friend.
I am my end.

Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy.
Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy.
Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy.
Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy.
Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy.
Part animal, part machine....remain calm, prepare to destroy. ]]> _gg_ http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/_gg_/176-hot-animal-machine-ii.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/raiderinny/175-about-s-b-report.html Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:35:25 GMT S&B Report is the media arm of the groundbreaking website Raiderfans.net, the biggest and best site covering Oakland Raiders football.

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http://www.sbreport.net/ ]]> RaiderInNY http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/raiderinny/175-about-s-b-report.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/mykle-vanhausen/174-no-new-numbers-mean-nothing-nnamdi.html Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:06:10 GMT posted 07-14-2008 at 9:29 pm by Mykle Van Hausen RNS

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News that All Pro caliber cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha probably won't reach a long term agreement this year shouldn’t have Raider fans too worried, nor the news of a possible "camp hold out" when the Raiders begin to convene July 24th.
No biggie.
All part of a larger plan.
Fans lamented the large contracts doled out seemingly willie nillie to unproven or injured players this off season to the apparent detriment of Asomugha and the Raiders.
While understandable, that may not be entirely accurate.
The simple fact is, the money to pay Aso and reload the team simply wasn't going to be there.
Al faced the specter of not only to keep players already here, but to sign TWO top 5 draft picks in consecutive years.
My guess is Aso's in the loop and is playing ball not only on the field, but in the office as well.
Why?
Could it be that in the media hyped era of loathsome selfishness a player actually takes one for the team?
Who knows?
Of course their have been bumps in the road, (Charles Woodsen and Marcus Allen come to mind...) But for the most part, Al Davis can lean upon a reputation for treating AND paying his players well.
On the other hand, Al's not stupid and could be hedging his bets. Aso's only had the one good year, 2006.
A chronically bad run D and no one to play opposite meant Nnamdi went unchallenged through out most of 07'.
If Aso proves he is an elite corner this year when teams in all likely hood WILL challenge him, he can write his own number, with the Raiders...or whomever he likes.
Its a calculated gamble on both parties side, but one that will likely pay big dividends.
Its just another example of how Big Al does business unlike everyone else in the new "corporatized" NFL.
And one of the reasons we hope he succeeds. ]]> Mykle VanHausen http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/mykle-vanhausen/174-no-new-numbers-mean-nothing-nnamdi.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/173-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-texans-fan.html Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:30:39 GMT Whats up RaiderNation



I'm back once again with a Texans fan that was nice enough to give me his opinion on
the team we all like the Oakland Raiders.
Just to remind you I tell the people I'm interviewing to don't hold anything back
and tell me how you really feel cause thats
all I'm really asking for. So Lets get right into
it ok...Here it goes.




BlackHeart-When you think of the Oakland Raiders whats the first thing that comes to mind ?



Texans fan-One name.......John Madden




BlackHeart-What do you think of the Raiders active offseason ?




Texans fan- Well, they got Mcfadden and Walker. If Walker gets his head on striaght
the offseason moves look pretty good but
in the past it has been proven that just because you sign alot of Free Agents it
doesn't mean you will win alot of games
because of it but at least they're trying.





BlackHeart-I'm sure you know by now that
the Oakland Raiders haven't beat the Texans
yet in their history. Do you see that coming to an end this coming season ?





Texans fan- No, Because we are better then the Raiders right now.





BlackHeart-Please explain what makes the Texans better ?





Texans fan-Better QB, Better Defense, Better WR, Better Oline and thats dumb for me to say
as a Texans fan but we do.





BlackHeart-You said "better defense" but I'm sure your defense got better when you guys got rid of Phillip Buchanon huh ? lol





Texans fan-That bum was a mistake he was
just a Raider cast off, didn't like him. Man, He couldn't cover or tackle if his life depended on it So yeah we're paying the Raiders back by beating them all the time because they traded us that trash lol.





BlackHeart-You guys drafted David Carr # 1 Overall and the Raiders drafted JaMarcus
Russell #1 overall. Do you see Russell following in David Carr foot steps and becoming a bust ?





Texans fan-No, Because Raiders have a Run game. Raiders oline isn't that good but he one they have now is much better then the Oline
we had with Carr as our QB and you guys have Mcfadden to take pressure off of Russell.





BlackHeart-If you can take one player from the Oakland Raiders who would that be ?





Texans fan- Darren Mcfadden of course because the Texans run game is.....Well, Kinda lacking. We have been through alot of RBs
lately and thats a position I want to settle
out on and I feel Mcfadden would be a huge upgrade over all the RBs that has ran the ball
for us lately.





BlackHeart-How many wins you see the Oakland Raiders getting this coming season ?





Texans fan-Because of the Raiders past seasons, I'll say 6-10. 6-10 will be solid
and will be an improvement for them.




BlackHeart-If you can say something to the
Raider Nation right now what will it be ?




Texans fan-I would say Al Davis needs to go, that Mcfadden is the Truth and Keep the Faith
and pray because lord knows you guys need a prayer or a miracle.





There you have it, I'll like to thank the Texans fan for his honest answers and hopefully you guys finally make the playoffs in your history
this coming season but as long as we beat you when we face off again this season. I'd also like to thank everyone who takes the time to read my blogs so thanks for your support.





For my next interview I think I'm going to......Well, you will see what I'm up to next time so stay tune when you check out...


THE BLACKHEART SHOW !!! :skull: ]]> BlackHeart http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/blackheart/173-blackheart-show-today-i-sit-down-texans-fan.html http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/swoosh23/171-top-ten-cartoons-80s.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:06:56 GMT Consilation prizes to Wheel Warriors, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Ghostbusters, Superfriends, the amazing siderman and silverhawks. 10. M.A.S.K.- they had the cars, the big team of people! Its awesome 9. G.E.M.- The Ladies wanted to be her, Barbie wished she looked as good, and she rocked! 8. The... Consilation prizes to Wheel Warriors, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Ghostbusters, Superfriends, the amazing siderman and silverhawks.


10. M.A.S.K.- they had the cars, the big team of people! Its awesome

9. G.E.M.- The Ladies wanted to be her, Barbie wished she looked as good, and she rocked!

8. The Visionaries- Mystical Knights whose animal spirit pops out of their chests.. whats cooler than that?

7. The Adventures of the galaxy Rangers- space cowboys of the future taking down some bad guys.

6. C.O.P.S.- A character named turbo two tone? you gotta love the 80s!

5. HE-Man- I mean who wouldnt want to lift aloft their magical sword to find that they are a superhuman blonde haired blue eyed german symbol wareing barbarian?

4. Thundercats! Hooooo! I mean a sword of omens? how great is that!

3. GI Joe- not only was this awesome with the amount of characters they also introduced some sexy women as well!

2. Transformers- The battles between Prime and Megatron alone could hold down this spot!

1. Voltron- the awesome lions, one of the characters dies, what could be better!? Nothin.. and the power rangers trying to rip him off would get a blazin sword straight up their john pollocks hindparts! ]]> Swoosh23 http://www.raiderfans.net/forum/blogs/swoosh23/171-top-ten-cartoons-80s.html