Raiders head coach Dennis Allen had
confirmed Hayden had an ankle injury during Minicamp, but later tests revealed
that Hayden had a stress fracture in his foot after no progress was made in his
recovery from the injury sustained during practices last month. Yesterday it
was reported that DJ Hayden’s foot injury would likely put him on the PUP list
for training camp, a big setback for the second year Oakland Raiders
cornerback. That was confirmed today as Hayden was one of the Oakland Raiders
on the Physically Unable to Perform list, officially ruled out with a stress
fracture in his foot that required a small surgery. Raiders DJ Hayden, Several
Raiders reporters confirmed the news, and a stress fracture in the foot could
take up to eight weeks to heal which is a massive blow to the team’s plans at
developing consistency at the cornerback position. Raiders DJ Hayden, Hayden
will likely return to action this season based on the timeline for return from
his injury, but when he does there will be a huge spotlight on the 2013 first
round pick who after hitting the IR during his rookie season is being labelled
as injury prone. Perhaps that is unfair for a player who can still come back
and play the large majority of the 2014 season, but Raiders fans who are upset
over Reggie McKenzie not drafting the likes of Sheldon Richardson and
Star Lotulelei have been harsh on Hayden in the wake of his recent
injury. Raiders DJ Hayden Hindsight is 20/20 and Hayden can still return to
have a successful second season with the Raiders, but impatient members of
Raider Nation are slowly turning on their former first round draft pick, Raiders
DJ Hayden.
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.
