“I had a decent game, but I’m not content”.
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Neither player had the look of a wide-eyed rookie in his debut.
As for the opposition, the Minnesota Vikings had already played their second NFL preseason game last weekend, which ended in a 26-16 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Even when it did not seem that means, the sport is flying at a quicker tempo than any rookie is used to. Coach Jack Del Rio said that won’t change much in this second preseason game. Jones made his comments in a radio interview, then later softened his remarks when he met with reporters, saying he has “such respect for what that organization is and what they are going to get done”. For a young guy, I’m sure it happens fast. “That’s just part of the experience”.
The Raiders wasted no time getting Cooper some expertise with three catches and an finish round handoff on the opening drive. “It speaks a lot and says a lot about him as a person and as a teammate”. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, just let us know and we will cancel the subscription at any time.
The No. four decide wasn’t losing time this week dwelling on his efficiency or questioning what the subsequent expertise can be like. He was studying his upcoming opponent.
Ponder said he will try his best to tune out any boos Saturday night. The Minnesota Vikings have gotten off to a hot start, winning their first two and looking like a serious contender. “I didn’t play as well as I should have”.
Carr’s progression from a solid rookie season to establishing himself as one of the league’s better quarterbacks will factor heavily into the Raiders’ chances at success this year.
Tight end Clive Walford, linebacker Sio Moore, cornerback Keith McGill, running back Roy Helu and fullback Jamize Olawale were all still out. He has missed 12 of the Raiders’ 14 training camp practices, but Del Rio isn’t ready to make a major issue about it. That was before the team moved back outdoors as they await a new stadium that is still under construction as the Vikes are still using the home of the Minnesota Golden Gophers on a temporary basis. He’s one of those guys.
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Christian Ponder makes his return to Minnesota as backup quarterback for the Raiders. Here are all the information you need to know and more about the Raiders vs Vikings game. (Matt) Cassel did well when he stepped in when I got hurt, and they had a different plan going forward.
