Originally published on SBReport.net on May 13, 2012 Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Christo Bilukidi spoke to the media following Saturday's practice at the Raiders' practice facility at Alameda, Calif. Bilukidi spoke of the what it means to be drafted out of Georgia State University, as well as what he brings to the Raiders defensive line.
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Originally published on SBReport.net on May 13, 2012 Oakland Raiders defensive coordinator Jason Tarver spoke to the media following Saturday’s Rookie Minicamp in Alameda, Calif. Tarver spoke with the media about his experience when earning the defensive coordinator job, knowing head coach Dennis Allen, along with possible defensive schemes in Oakland. Originally published on SBReport.net on May 13, 2012 Oakland Raiders offensive coordinator Greg Knapp spoke to the media following Saturday's Rookie Minicamp in Alameda, Calif. Knapp spoke with reporters about running back Darren McFadden, the zone-blocking scheme, and much more. Originally published on SBReport.net on May 13, 2012 Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen took time to speak with the media following Saturday's practice at the Raiders 2012 Rookie Minicamp at the Raiders' training facility in Alameda, Calif. Allen talks specifics about players attending the event, the lead up to the minicamp, fullback Marcel Reece's contract, as well as the importance of attending the event for the rookies. Originally published on SacramentoPress.com on March 26, 2012 Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie spoke to local media over a conference call following the league’s release of compensatory picks for the Raiders for the upcoming NFL Draft. The NFL announced on Monday that the Raiders would receive compensatory picks in the 3rd, 4th and 5th rounds of April’s draft. The Raiders previously only held draft picks in the 5th and 6th round. Oakland’s first pick will now be the 95th overall selection, barring any trades. McKenzie expressed his approval of his newly-received draft picks and the overall process during his conference call. Whatever the formula is, I love this formula. I love it,” McKenzie said over the phone. “I thought I would possibly get a three for Nnamdi (Asomugha), and for the others, this was better than I expected. I’m extremely excited about the compensatory picks that the league has afforded the Raiders. Hopefully we can make do and have some good picks.” The Raiders have been strapped for cash this offseason causing McKenzie to make some tough decisions that has involved the releasing of numerous starting players such as Stanford Routt and Kamerion Wimbley. McKenzie originally mentioned “out-of-whack” contracts when he was introduced as the new Raiders general manager and has done his best to fix that problem with contract restructures and cutting of players whose contracts don’t match their productivity. “When you talk about production versus a salary, in this business, the contract and the production go hand in hand,” McKenzie said. “If they are not matching or are kind of out of whack, you’re going to be forced to make a decision and that’s kind of what I was coming to.” While he has had to work hard this offseason to get some extra cash, McKenzie looks at the process as a learning experience that will better his knowledge for the future. “It’s not frustrating, it really isn’t. You always like to have a comfort level. Having cash under the cap, it gives you comfort. It’s teaching me how to handle money. This is good for me, learning on the fly how to deal with certain adverse situations. We’ve been able to handle it so far.” The added draft picks gives McKenzie an additional chance to land some solid football players. Previous 95th-overall draft picks include San Francisco 49er’s wide receiver Mario Manningham, New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham and Raiders linebacker Darryl Blackstock who was on the roster last season but is currently an unrestricted free agent. Originally published on SBReport.net on Jan. 30, 2012 Despite the Pro Bowl being an offensive shootout with little opportunities for field goals, Oakland Raiders placekicker Sebastian Janikowski was able to make his mark in his first Pro Bowl appearance on Sunday as the AFC came back to defeat the NFC 59-41. Raiders kicker Sebastian Janikowski and punter Shane Lechler watch Janikowski's field goal soar through the uprightsJanikowski, the Raiders all-time franchise leading scorer, used the shootout as an opportunity to add yet another record to his kicking résumé. After tying the NFL record with a 63-yard field goal in week one against the Broncos, Janikowski finished the 2011 NFL season going 8/8 in the Pro Bowl on extra points, earning the record for most extra points made in a game in Pro Bowl history. San Francisco 49er’s kicker David Akers previously set the record with seven made extra points in the 2010 Pro Bowl. Janikowski also made his sole field goal attempt from 37 yards out and had five touchbacks, including one that drew “oohs” from the crowd of 48,423 as the kickoff soared over the end zone with plenty of distance to make it through the uprights. Punter Shane Lechler appeared in his seventh Pro Bowl but did not get the opportunity to show off his strong leg as the AFC chose to go for it on three of their fourth downs. Despite not being able to punt the ball, Lechler was able to be a part of Janikowski’s record-setting performance as his holder, just as he is on the Raiders. Another familiar piece on the AFC special teams was Raiders long snapper Jon Condo who was making his second Pro Bowl appearance. In addition to serving as the AFC long snapper, Condo also saw time on the field in both kickoff returns and kickoff coverage. Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, HIOn two occasions, the NFC went to their bag of trickery and called an onside kick to catch the AFC off guard. After the first one was recovered with ease by the NFC, the AFC was ready for it the second time but Condo failed to fall on the ball and the NFC recovered the ball. Raiders defensive tackle Richard Seymour started the game for his seventh Pro Bowl but finished with only one sack in a game that saw mostly arm tackles and over 1,100 yards of total offense. Janikowski wasn’t the only one on the field breaking Pro Bowl records. Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald tied the Pro Bowl record for most career Pro Bowl touchdowns when he hauled in his second touchdown of the day in the first quarter to give the NFC a 14-0 lead early. The touchdown reception marked his sixth career Pro Bowl touchdown, tying fellow Pro Bowler and Atlanta Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez. Miami Dolphins wide receiver Brandon Marshall also set his own record en route to being named the 2012 Pro Bowl MVP. Marshall hauled in six receptions for 176 yards and a Pro Bowl record four touchdown receptions. The 176 receiving yards also marks the second most in Pro Bowl history. Broncos safety Brian Dawkins gave time to let the Raider Nation know exactly who they are getting in their new head coach Dennis Allen, who was Dawkins’ defensive coordinator this season. To see the interview, along with interviews with the Oakland Raiders Pro Bowl attendees in Honolulu, watch the video below. Originally published on SBReport.net on Jan. 28, 2012 The 2012 Pro Bowl teams practiced in front of NFL fans for free at Aloha Stadium on Saturday under the beautiful Hawaiian sun. A fan shows his love for the Raiders while attending 'Ohana dayFans from all over came to Honolulu to see their favorite NFL players take the field in the annual all-star game. As tradition, the NFL offers its fans an ‘Ohana day the day before the game takes place, allowing fans to come watch both the NFC and AFC practice live in Aloha Stadium. ‘Ohana Day serves as a family day, allowing families to enter the stadium at no charge to watch and attain autographs from their favorite players. The NFL provided a “kid’s zone” where kids were able to participate in contests, win prizes, and meet the mascots from various NFL teams. Jerseys from all 32 teams were present in the stands, and the Silver & Black was no exception. The Raider Nation, who holds a strong following on the islands of Hawaii, was well represented at Aloha Stadium as they took advantage of a chance to watch their Raider representatives: Sebastian Janikowski, Shane Lechler, Jon Condo, and Richard Seymour. Be sure to check back for more exclusive coverage of the Pro Bowl from SBReport.net. |
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