Oakland Raiders Postseason

Begin Oakland Raider fans. It has been 12 years since we’ve made the playoffs. Oakland Raider The harsh yet honest truth. However, Oakland Raider I am willing to say that we will get there this year. Oakland Raider A few reasons why: On March 13, 2014 the Oakland Raiders signed what could be the best defensive men we’ve had in a while. LaMarr Woodley and Justin Tuck. Oakland Raider Get used to those names being said quite a bit when our defense is on the field. Oakland Raider These guys have something to prove and they’re looking to do it with the Raiders. Oakland Raider On the offensive side of the ball, I was quite amazed with what Reggie McKenzie brought in. Oakland Raider Matt Schaub, James Jones, and Maurice Jones-Drew. Now I can’t be the only fan thinking we got lucky for being able to sign Schaub. I personally think the Texans gave up way too easy. Yes, he had an abysmal season last year but that’s no reason to trade him for a 6th round pick. Oakland Raider Also, I know for a fact that I was not the only Raider fan who cried a little bit when I heard the news that Rashad Jennings was leaving for New York and Darren McFadden had been resigned. But since then, McKenzie has made it clear he wants to win now. Bringing in MJD is going to make an instant impact for us. Yes, MJD & DMC both bring an injury prone running duo to the table yet deep down inside I feel one of them is due a 2000 yard season. (I’d be fine with both). Now, to the best part in my eyes. Oakland Raider When was the last time the Raiders had a receiver that was reliable more than 50% of the time? I am looking forward to Schaub connecting with Jones on 20+ yard receptions/touchdowns. Oakland Raider We are bringing in old guys, Oakland Raider but these guys that are “over the hill” in the eyes of most analysts are winners. And they bring competition to the table. All the Nation needs is hope. Oakland Raider Next to “old man” LaMarr Woodley will be our 1st round pick Khalil Mack. (6 ft 3 in, 248 lbs) The 23 year old coming from Buffalo is going to be the main man on our defense. Oakland Raider He was the MAC Defensive Player of The Year in 2013 and is looking to pick up where he left off in 2014. Oakland Raider I am definitely looking forward to the 2014 Season. My prediction is that we go 8-8 or better.  As the great Bo Jackson once said “Set your goals high, Oakland Raider and don’t stop till you get there” Let’s set our goals to playoffs and hope for the best. Oakland Raider Have an amazing day Raider Nation Oakland Raider.

Oakland Raiders sign Jones to extension

    

Oakland Raiders special teams ace Taiwan Jones, who has made the transition from running back to cornerback and back again, signed a three-year contract extension to keep him with the Raiders through 2017, the team announced Monday.

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Jones, a Raiders fourth-round pick (No. 125 overall) in 2011 out of Eastern Washington, went to Deer Valley High in nearby Antioch.

“I was excited when they came to me about the extension,” Jones said in the release. “It is definitely a blessing for a local kid to be part of the Raiders’ turnaround. I’ve been an underdog all my life, so I think it’s very fitting for me to remain here. I’m definitely excited about it.”

Jones was being promoted for the Pro Bowl by the Raiders last year as a “gunner” and, after making the switch to cornerback last year, went back to running back when Darren McFadden, Rashad Jennings and Jeremy Stewart were all injured.

In his career, Jones has 117 yards rushing on 27 carries with six catches for 91 yards and 810 yards on 36 kickoff returns. He also has 32 special teams tackles and has recovered two fumbles.

“It’s rare to see and to know that my local team wants me to stay home, and it’s just a blessing,” Jones added. “I’m glad to be a part of it, happy to remain here and there are big things coming that I am happy to be part of it. I feel good about next year. Obviously, I was able to do a lot of good things on special teams last year. Unfortunately, I didn't make the Pro Bowl last year, but that is something I’m shooting for this year.”