2019 Raiders Rival Preview: Vikings WR Thielen
Despite playing in a contentious, talented division, the Oakland Raiders still must deal with a tough, non-conference schedule. With Jon Gruden and Mike Mayock turning the roster over, the team looks to deploy a slew of defenders. During 2019, the NFL did the Raiders...
Raiders Point/Counterpoint: Worst Defense
In a long, seemingly neverending offseason, Derek Carr’s names surfaces often. From second-guessing to stat projection, people offer a wide variety of opinion. Yet, while much can seem positive, some centers on the negative. However, Carr enjoyed a measure of success in 2018. Granted,...
Raiders Point/Counterpoint: Toughest Trent Brown Matchup
Earlier this week, we began a series on matchups facing individual Raiders players. With that in mind, RT Trent Brown joins Kolton Miller under the microscope. In this edition of Pont/Counterpoint, the newest starting tackles meet their toughest matchup of 2019. FPC Raiders writers...
Raiders Matchup: OT Miller vs. Jaguars DE Ngakoue
Over the next few weeks, we will profile a 2019 individual Raiders player. One of the players will be left tackle Kolton Miller. The others will rotate. However, Miller will serve as the overwhelming example. Few other Raiders hold the 2019 season in their...
Chiefs 2019 Breakout Candidate: Charvarius Ward
Chiefs 2019 Breakout Candidate: Charvarius Ward. If Charvarius Ward can continue to grow, his opportunities with the Chiefs will increase in 2019.
Raiders K Carlson Should Continue Solid 2018 Season
Long before the Oakland Raiders traded for serious offensive help, I joked the team’s lone offensive weapon outside of quarterback Derek Carr was another DC. Kicker Daniel Carlson opened eyes.
I was not completely facetious with that comment.
Can He Kick It? Yes, He Can.
Despite the...
Raiders Rival Preview: Indianapolis Colts
In essence, the Raiders will need to contend with the Colts. Not only on the field, but also in the standings. In 2019, these two teams will probably have intertwining stories.
Raiders Could See Abram and Joseph Starting Together
The Raiders could see two hard-hitting safety start together.
Raiders Position Battle: Townsend vs. Cole
However, with a revamped offense that boasts serious firepower, perhaps a hangtime specialist who can put the opposing offenses’ back closest to the goal line is the need. If that is indeed the case, perhaps either Townsend or Cole will do.
Oakland Raiders History: The Lineage of Elite Centers
For the majority of their existence, the Oakland Raiders continued to enjoy elite level play from the unlikeliest positions. To the casual fan, all centers accomplish is snapping the ball and blocking. Yet, looking deeper, you will find a player that makes line adjustments...
Chris Jones A No Show For Chiefs Minicamp
As the Chiefs began mandatory minicamp, one of their star defenders was absent. Chris Jones is not reporting due to stalled contract negotiations.
Oakland Raiders Opinion: Judging Carr Fairly
Raiders QB Derek Carr needs to ignore the doubters and play football. However, some of the criticism is weird and unwarranted.
Raiders Quote Translation: Hard Knocks Announcement
The Raiders will occupy the house that a Soprano built, Omar renovated and Arya defended. Get your popcorn ready.
Chiefs 2019 Breakout Candidate: Armani Watts
Chiefs 2019 Breakout Candidate: Armani Watts. It's time to continue looking at possible Chiefs breakout candidates entering 2019.
Every NFL Team’s Top Impact Rookie Candidate: AFC South
For the next week, we will pick the rookie most likely to make the biggest splash on their new team. That impact could entail instigating a turn-around
National Stories
MLB
Cleveland Indians Designate Leonys Martin For Assignment
Getting into an argument with the face of the franchise is a good way to end your time with a ball club. Struggling at...
Le Tampa Bay ExpoRays de Montreal: The Dumbest Idea in Sports History
Rob Manfred hates baseball.
I've written this a couple of times, mostly facetiously, but now I honestly believe it. If this wasn't the case, and...
Jake Bauers Hits For Cycle In Indians 13-4 Win At Detroit
Cleveland Indians outfielder and first baseman Jake Bauers hasn't lived up to expectations since being acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays this past off...
Carlos Carrasco Placed On Injured List With Blood Condition
If you have watched the last few starts made by Carlos Carrasco, you have to be asking if something is wrong with him. The...
He is Legend: Baseball’s Top Trade Target
The Cubs' bullpen is awful. The Braves' bullpen is awful. The Dodgers' bullpen isn't good at all. The Red Sox could use bullpen help....