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[XtremeRaider]

• Though sources close to the Raiders believe the team could use an upgrade at the backup RB spot, Oakland's needs elsewhere may trump any possibility of bringing in competition for Justin Fargas, an Al Davis favorite because of his speed.

• Ohio State LB A.J. Hawk's versatility would fit Oakland's defense well, and there is a very good chance he'll be a Raider if he's available with the seventh overall pick. But we're hearing that with the quality overall depth at the position in the draft this year, the Raiders would not be upset if they had to wait until the second or middle rounds to address their LB corps.


Just thought i would share the 411.

[Snoop750]

We need another Rb!!!!! Give J.Fargas some competition. I dont care if that guy is quick or what not. When was the last time he contributed in a real game time scenario???

C'mon Oakland dont leave that unaddressed....The draft and also the second FA Period, are both Great spots to address a change of pace back need.

C'mon Oakland.

[LOUISVILLE R8R]

At least we see something that shows the Raiders are looking to bolster the defensive side of the ball! A.J would be great, but with the depth at lb in this years draft going after a dt in the first round would be ideal. Although if he is available I cant see us passing on him!

[RaiderFreak00]

has fargas ever done ANYTHING for us? Come on Al.

[EdoG]

Thanks Xtreme

[raiders2200]

MAURICE DREW FROM UCLA WOULD BE A PERFECT FIT AT THE #2 SPOT I THINK.

[Steerpike]

Originally Posted by RaiderFreak00

has fargas ever done ANYTHING for us? Come on Al.

Has Delores Can't? has Grant Irons? has Derek Gibson?

If he's a favourite of Al's then he's teflon when it comes to getting cut....

[raider75]

Originally Posted by Snoop750

We need another Rb!!!!! Give J.Fargas some competition. I dont care if that guy is quick or what not. When was the last time he contributed in a real game time scenario???

C'mon Oakland dont leave that unaddressed....The draft and also the second FA Period, are both Great spots to address a change of pace back need.

C'mon Oakland.

nothing but injuries and fumbles....enough said.......

[nsraiderfan]

i'm happy about hawk, but not about fargas....i wish we'd get a solid number 2 guy

[Jimi18]

Originally Posted by XtremeRaider

• Though sources close to the Raiders believe the team could use an upgrade at the backup RB spot, Oakland's needs elsewhere may trump any possibility of bringing in competition for Justin Fargas, an Al Davis favorite because of his speed.

• Ohio State LB A.J. Hawk's versatility would fit Oakland's defense well, and there is a very good chance he'll be a Raider if he's available with the seventh overall pick. But we're hearing that with the quality overall depth at the position in the draft this year, the Raiders would not be upset if they had to wait until the second or middle rounds to address their LB corps.


Just thought i would share the 411.

Please provide a link when posting from other sites!

[shaolin36]

I think drew is good back, but if we give fargas some big holes he has the speed to take it all the way every time. the only faster running back i can think of is michael bennett

[Hydrex]

I think this pretty much garuntees Hawk wont be a Raider. I think Al and Co rather draft a good LB later on.

[MasterShake2388]

if we want Hawk he'll be a Raider but I got a hunch that the 9ers are going to trade down andget him.

[The Blackness]

Thanks X for sharing the 411 of the inside.