|
November 2nd, 2009
Raiders plan 'serious evaluation' of Cable chargesALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders say they will undertake a “serious evaluation” of domestic violence allegations against coach Tom Cable.
Raiders fall to ChargersSAN DIEGO — Some things never change in San Diego, such as the great weather and LaDainian Tomlinson and the San Diego Chargers beating the hapless Oakland Raiders.
November 1st, 2009
Chargers looking for 13th straight victory over Raiders, and to not get beat up againSAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chargers might want to send a thank-you note to the NFL schedule makers.
October 29th, 2009
Russell acknowledges mistakes last week as Raiders QBALAMEDA — After further review, JaMarcus Russell acknowledges he did make some mistakes before being pulled from a game for the first time in his life.
Justice not blind in Raiders caseDear editor, Over the years I’ve been subject to much criticism from my family and friends because I have little faith in our political elite to manage our governmental and judicial affairs in an efficient, even-handed manner. For that reason I do not vote.
October 28th, 2009
Raiders try to fix leaky run defenseALAMEDA — Lost in all the attention surrounding JaMarcus Russell’s benching in Oakland’s latest blowout loss was a historically bad performance by the Raiders’ shoddy run defense.
October 26th, 2009
Sanchez leads opportunistic Jets past Raiders 38-0OAKLAND — The demeanor of the two starting quarterbacks at the end of the game summed it all up.
Cable says Russell understands benchingALAMEDA — There was a bit of a disconnect between coach and quarterback following the latest blowout loss for the Oakland Raiders.
October 23rd, 2009
DA: No case against Raiders coachThe Napa County District Attorney’s Office will not file charges against Oakland Raiders Head Coach Tom Cable following allegations that he assaulted an assistant coach during summer training camp in Napa.
October 22nd, 2009
Raiders head coach Cable not facing criminal chargesNapa County's district attorney announced Thursday afternoon that Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable is not going to face criminal charges in an August 2009 incident in Napa that resulted in assistant coach Randy Hanson's jaw being broken.
DA: No charge against Raiders coach CableNAPA — Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable won’t face charges after being investigated over allegations that he assaulted one of his assistants, ending a two-month saga that was a cloud over the team’s season.
October 20th, 2009
Raiders eye win streak nowALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders followed up their first win this season by losing three straight games by at least 20 points for the first time in franchise history.
October 19th, 2009
Raiders show life, stagger EaglesOAKLAND — Louis Murphy sprinted upfield and laid out a defender with a punishing block. Not satisfied, he caught up to the play again and delivered a second block that allowed Zach Miller to cruise into the end zone on an 86-yard catch-and-run.
Napa DA still reviewing assault case against CableNAPA — The Napa County district attorney says he is still reviewing the alleged assault case against Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable and does not expect any decision on possible charges for at least a few more days.
October 15th, 2009
Raiders re-sign OL Langston WalkerALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders re-signed offensive lineman Langston Walker on Wednesday and waived fullback Oren O’Neal with an injury.
October 13th, 2009
Goodell: NFL watching Cable investigationBOSTON — If Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable is implicated by police in their investigation of an alleged assault on an assistant coach, he will be subject to NFL discipline.
October 12th, 2009
Cable says Raiders need to eliminate distractionsALAMEDA — After watching his team endure yet another blowout loss, Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable said one of the keys to getting his team back on track is to eliminate distractions.
Manning helps bury RaidersEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — After taking the opening snap and making a play-action fake, Eli Manning dropped back, set up with a bounce on his right heel and fired a 9-yard pass to tight end Darcy Johnson.
October 8th, 2009
Raiders' banged-up offensive line to have hands full against GiantsALAMEDA - Facing the New York Giants defensive line is a tough enough task for an offensive line in the best of circumstances. The banged-up Oakland Raiders have to do it this week with backups in three of the five spots.
October 6th, 2009
McFadden faces knee surgeryALAMEDA — Add yet another low to a long list of them for the Oakland Raiders during a seven-year run of losing.
Video: Cable denies involvement in fightOakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable has repeatedly denied involvement in an altercation that broke the jaw of assistant coach Randy Hanson last August in Napa.
NFL watching as reported Raiders coaches fight probedLYNDHURST, N.J. — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is watching as authorities investigate allegations that Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable assaulted one of his assistants.
Cable case in hands of Napa prosecutorsThe Napa Police Department has finished its investigation into allegations that Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable assaulted a member of his coaching staff member on Aug. 5.
October 5th, 2009
McFadden out 2 to 4 weeks with knee injuryALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders’ struggling offense will be without starting running back Darren McFadden for the next few weeks.
Turnovers haunt offense in another Oakland lossHOUSTON — For the first time this season, the Houston Texans weren’t left to answer questions about their horrible run defense and inability to stop big plays.
Cable case in hands of Napa prosecutorsThe Napa Police Department has finished its investigation into allegations that Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable assaulted a member of his coaching staff member on Aug. 5.
September 30th, 2009
Raiders bring back kick returner Justin MillerALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders brought back kick returner Justin Miller and placed defensive back John Bowie on injured reserve with a knee injury.
September 29th, 2009
Raiders willing to stick with RussellALAMEDA — The last time JaMarcus Russell had a performance this poor, he sat out the next week with a knee injury and then put together the best stretch of his NFL career to end last season.
Report: Raiders coach says Cable broke his jawAn Oakland Raiders assistant coach was interviewed Friday by Napa police as part of an investigation into a reported assault at the Raiders training camp in Napa last month, the NFL Network is reporting.
September 28th, 2009
Broncos batter RaidersOAKLAND — Kyle Orton, Josh McDaniels and a newfound dominant defense have quieted all the talk of offseason disfunction in Denver with a 3-0 start.
Report: Raiders coach interviewed in Napa assault caseAn Oakland Raiders assistant coach was interviewed Friday by Napa police as part of an investigation into a reported assault at the Raiders training camp in Napa last month, the NFL Network is reporting.
September 26th, 2009
Raiders let Gannon back in buildingALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders backed off a demand made to CBS that quarterback-turned-announcer Rich Gannon be banned from the team’s facility for production meetings before Sunday’s broadcast.
September 21st, 2009
Concerns remain after first Raiders winALAMEDA — For all the encouraging signs the Oakland Raiders found in a season-opening loss, there were almost as many discouraging ones in a Week 2 win.
September 18th, 2009
Raiders want to see more from SeymourALAMEDA — Richard Seymour’s debut with the Oakland Raiders went far better than anyone could have hoped considering the five-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman was with his new team less than 48 hours.
September 15th, 2009
What did you think of Raiders' opening game performanceGame one is in the books and the Raiders are 0-1, courtesy of a last-minute drive orchestrated by Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers.
Rivers leads Chargers past Raiders 24-20OAKLAND — Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers opened the season doing what they do best: beating the Oakland Raiders.
September 9th, 2009
Raiders need Russell to return them to gloryOAKLAND — The days of babying JaMarcus Russell on his journey from No. 1 overall pick to NFL franchise quarterback have ended for the Oakland Raiders.
Morris wins Raiders starting center's jobALAMEDA — Chris Morris liked his chances of becoming the Oakland Raiders starting center this season, even as he practiced with the team’s backups nearly all of training camp.
September 8th, 2009
Raiders DT Bryant goes from Ivy League to NFLALAMEDA — Desmond Bryant admitted to being overwhelmed when he joined the Oakland Raiders as an undrafted free agent this offseason.
September 6th, 2009
Raiders let Garcia goALAMEDA — Quarterback Jeff Garcia, who was signed by Oakland in the offseason to push JaMarcus Russell and serve as a mentor to the former No. 1 overall draft pick, was among 22 players let go by the Raiders on Saturday.
September 4th, 2009
Curry stars in Seahawks' 31-21 win over RaidersSEATTLE — Aaron Curry couldn’t believe it: a free shot at an NFL quarterback.
August 31st, 2009
Raiders release 5 to get under roster limitALAMEDA — The Oakland Raiders have released offensive linemen Jonathan Compass and Marcus Johnson, receivers Shawn Bayes and Will Franklin, and defensive tackle Joe Cohen.
August 29th, 2009
Raiders to start two rookie receivers todayOAKLAND — When the Oakland Raiders offense takes the field for the first time in today’s exhibition game against the New Orleans Saints, there will be two rookies lining up at wide receiver.
August 28th, 2009
Raiders feel focused, confidentEstablishing an identity — whether it’s running or passing the ball on offense, having the proper personnel to play defense, or just playing with a confident attitude — is big with football teams going into the season.
August 27th, 2009
Raiders like rookie progress of tight end MyersNAPA — The Oakland Raiders drafted Brandon Myers to help ease the blocking workload of fellow tight end Zach Miller, but halfway through the preseason it’s been the rookie’s pass-catching skills that have stood out most.
Napa police are reportedly set to talk with CableInvestigators are planning to interview Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable about an alleged altercation that ended with assistant Randy Hanson in the hospital.
August 26th, 2009
Who do you want as Raiders starting QB?JaMarcus Russell is going to be the starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders when the regular season begins.
August 25th, 2009
Raiders get into regular routine nowIt’s still only August, a full 22 days before the 2009 season kicks off for Oakland.
August 24th, 2009
Raiders WR Javon Walker back at practiceNAPA — Oakland Raiders wide receiver Javon Walker is back at practice for the first time since undergoing an offseason knee operation.
Leaky run defense haunting RaidersALAMEDA — Glen Coffee burst up the middle for 18 yards to end the first quarter. He sprinted around right end for 18 more to start the second quarter. He went 35 yards to the left side on his next carry in a stretch that he said reminded him of high school.
August 23rd, 2009
Rookie quarterback leads 49ers past Raiders in exhibition gameSAN FRANCISCO — Alex Smith showed he can deliver a crushing block and bring down a ball carrier with a tackle.
August 22nd, 2009
Raiders players taking news of coach attack in strideJust when it seemed as if the Oakland Raiders were in for a training camp devoid of controversy and distraction, the news came out as jarring as a punch to the face.
Raiders-49ers won't be duel between top-10 draft picksSAN FRANCISCO — This was supposed to be the week that Michael Crabtree showed the Oakland Raiders they made a colossal mistake in drafting Darrius Heyward-Bey instead of him with the seventh pick in April’s draft.
Napa police reopen probe into attack on Raiders coachALAMEDA — The Napa police department on Friday reopened its investigation into an attack that left Oakland Raiders assistant coach Randy Hanson with a broken bone in his face.
August 21st, 2009
Cable says all fine regarding report of fight at Raiders campOakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable said, "Everything will be fine," once all the facts are out regarding a report that a fight two weeks ago at the Raiders Training Camp in Napa ended with Cable breaking the jaw of an assistant coach.
Cable: Raiders QB Garcia will see snaps against his former teamOakland Raiders starters will play the first half of Saturday’s preseason game against San Francisco at Candlestick Park, but coach Tom Cable said you can expect to see Jeff Garcia, the team’s top back-up quarterback, getting action somewhere in the second quarter.
August 20th, 2009
49ers defense rules daySan Francisco 49ers cornerback Nate Clements was so happy with the way things were going for the defense Wednesday morning that he voiced his approval.
August 19th, 2009
Video: Niners D too much for Raiders QB'sSan Francisco 49ers defensive back tormented Oakland Raiders quarterbacks Wednesday morning during joint team drills at the Raiders Training Camp in Napa.
49ers, Raiders go full speed in hard-hitting joint camp practiceNAPA — Frank Gore nearly got himself sent to the bus early by Mike Singletary for going so hard.
NFL probes reported Raiders coach altercationNAPA - Tom Cable went on the defensive Tuesday and the NFL said it would investigate reports that the Oakland Raiders coach got into a fight that sent one of his assistants to the hospital.
Niners defense thumps Raiders offense in drillsSan Francisco 49ers defensive back Nate Clements was very vocal about how well his defensive teammates were shutting down the Oakland Radiers offense during combined drills this morning at the Raiders Training Camp in Napa.
August 18th, 2009
Video: Smash-mouth time at Raiders v. Niners practiceMembers of the Oakland Raiders linebackers corps had a chance Tuesday morning to smash into San Francisco 49ers running backs during a joint workout between the two teams.
Video: Raiders lose Schilens to broken footOakland Raiders wide receiver Chaz Schilens broke his left foot during drills Tuesday morning at the Raiders Training Camp in Napa. Schilens was hurt while running plays against San Francisco 49ers defenders.
Video: Raiders coach Cable says 'Nothing happened,' with fightOakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable Tuesday morning denied there was any altercation between himself and a Raiders assistant coach two weeks ago that resulted in the assistant, Randy Hanson, going to Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa with a broekn jaw.
Cable won’t comment on report he punched aideNAPA — Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable declined to comment Monday about reports he punched defensive assistant Randy Hanson in the jaw and caused injuries that required treatment at a hospital earlier this month.
Niners are in townWhen Oakland’s Darren McFadden takes his place at running back and looks across the line of scrimmage today, he’ll see a different set of defenders.
Getting to hit at Raiders v. Niners practiceAlthough it took a while for things to heat up Tuesday morning at the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers joint practice in Napa, there was some early smash-mouth hitting between the Raiders linebackers and Niners running backs.
Cable: 'Nothing Happened,' NFL investigating fight claimTom Cable went on the defensive Tuesday and the NFL said it would investigate reports that the Oakland Raiders coach got into a fight that sent one of his assistants to the hospital.
Raiders WR Schilens out with broken footNAPA - Chaz Schilens, projected to be one of the Oakland Raiders' top two receivers this season, broke a bone in his left foot while running a route during Tuesday's joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers.
August 17th, 2009
Branch dedicated to jobTraining camp is all about routine.
No comment from Raiders head coach Cable about fightNAPA — Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable isn't talking about reports he punched defensive assistant Randy Hanson in the jaw and caused injuries that required treatment at a hospital earlier this month.
August 16th, 2009
Raiders shore up secondary, sign CB Manning Jr.NAPA — The Oakland Raiders signed cornerback Ricky Manning Jr. on Saturday and released tight end John Paul Foschi.
August 15th, 2009
Schilens emerging at WR for RaidersOAKLAND — Chaz Schilens entered his first NFL training camp a year ago as a little-known seventh-round draft pick from San Diego State just hoping to win a spot on the Oakland Raiders roster.
August 14th, 2009
Should McFadden start at running back for the Raiders?One preseason game in and there's already talk of who should start at running back this year for the Oakland Raiders.
Raiders beat Cowboys 31-10 in exhibition openerOAKLAND — With Terrell Owens far away in Buffalo, Tony Romo happily spread the ball around.
August 13th, 2009
Raiders' Holland could be a catchJonathan Holland would like to start off the 2009 NFL preseason schedule in a big way for the Oakland Raiders tonight.
August 12th, 2009
9-7 or better for Raiders this year?The Oakland Raiders are going to improve to 9-7 or better thyis year, so say those participating in the (very, very unofficial and for fun only) poll here at NapaValleyRegister.com
Raiders Notebook• Coach Tom Cable plans to take a careful look at the Raiders’ run defense when Oakland plays Dallas in an NFL preseason game Thursday night at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Improving that area of the defense has been one of the focal points of training camp.
Raiders' Higgins makes run for itJohnnie Lee Higgins doesn’t put a time on how fast he can run a pass route or return a punt.
August 11th, 2009
Run defense, backup QB's the focus for Raiders first preseason gameCoach Tom Cable plans to take a careful look at the Raiders’ run defense when Oakland plays Dallas in an NFL preseason game Thursday night at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Improving that area of the defense has been one of the focal points of training camp.
Walker plans to be readyJavon Walker isn’t sure if it’s going to be this week, next week, or the week after that.
August 9th, 2009
Diminutive Miller impresses teammates at Raiders’ campNick Miller went speeding past a pair of defensive backs in Oakland’s secondary, then jumped and turned to catch a long pass from quarterback JaMarcus Russell near the sideline as several teammates roared with approval.
August 8th, 2009
Raiders’ new defensive coordinator says veteran unit will bring pressureJohn Marshall played coy when asked how his Oakland Raiders defense would differ from the one run the previous five seasons under former coordinator Rob Ryan.
August 7th, 2009
Raiders' Burgess dealt to PatriotsFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots obtained defensive end Derrick Burgess on Thursday after the two-time Pro Bowl player held out of the Oakland Raiders training camp in hopes of being traded.
Early riser Frye earning reps as backup QBCharlie Frye likes to get his day started early, which is why he sets his alarm clock for 6 a.m. at the Napa Valley Marriott.
August 6th, 2009
Lineman Barnes hurt, could miss season openerOakland Raiders offensive lineman Khalif Barnes is expected to miss the start of the regular season after an MRI revealed a fractured left ankle.
Cool camp continues for RaidersHeat and humidity during training camp make it tough for some NFL teams.
August 5th, 2009
Heyward-Bey showing signs of grasping Raiders offenseOakland Raiders first-round draft pick Darruis Heyward-Bey is showing signs of progress in his first training camp with the team in Napa.
Barnes out for Raiders with fractured ankleA potential battle for the starting left tackle position came to a halt yesterday when Khalif Barnes was helped off the Oakland Rainders Training Camp practice facility in Napa with a fractured ankle.
Scott preps for big seasonTrevor Scott didn’t say a single word to Brett Favre after sacking the New York Jets quarterback not once, but twice for losses totaling 13 yards in a regular-season game last year.
August 4th, 2009
Marty's notes from Tuesday's Raiders Training CampToday’s my birthday, but it’s no day off.
Ellis working as new Raiders defensive endFormer Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Ellis, signed by the Oakland Raiders during the offseason, is taking plays with the first unit as Derrick Burgess continues his holdout from Raiders Training Camp in Napa.
Heyward-Bey struggling in Raiders campNAPA — Oakland coach Tom Cable insists he is not concerned about wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey, even as the Raiders’ first-round draft pick struggles through the first few days of training camp.
Raiders counting on EllisThere was cause for joy at Oakland Raiders headquarters in Alameda when the team signed Greg Ellis, a veteran free agent defensive end, in mid June.
August 3rd, 2009
Russell's progress for RaidersJaMarcus Russell, his progress as a quarterback and what he needs to do for the Oakland Raiders to be successful is the subject of this video, with comments from Raiders head coach Tom Cable.
Raiders set to get physicalTom Cable was true to his word on Day 1.
August 2nd, 2009
Camp not the norm with Cable in chargeNAPA — For most of the Oakland Raiders, the first few days of training camp under coach Tom Cable are like nothing they’ve been through before as football players.
August 1st, 2009
Raiders' Walker wants to get back on football fieldExactly one year ago Friday, Javon Walker went in to see Al Davis and told the Oakland Raiders owner he wanted to retire just months after signing a $55 million contract.
July 31st, 2009
Heyward-Bey's opening day at Raiders camp in NapaFirst round draft pick Darrius Heyward-Bey had a relatively quiet first morning of practice at the Oakland Raiders Training Camp in Napa.
Submit news, announcements: Virtual Newsroom
Contact: News | Advertising | Subscriber Services | Work for us | Buy photos
Contact: News | Advertising | Subscriber Services | Work for us | Buy photos
Local tourism:
Inside Napa Valley