Gholston to RAIDERS ? ? ?

kelly · 03-06-2011, 06:05 AM

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Vernon Gholston joined Glenn Dorsey, Chris Long, Jake Long, Matt Ryan & Darren McFadden at the draft in '08.

~ ~ For the Oakland Raiders, the rumor mill is always rampant, especially when it comes to former first round talents that have been released and are now available.

Enter Vernon :wavey: Gholston. Almost immediately after the announcement of his release, some reporters cited Al Davis’ infatuation with collecting such talents – which is true.Aundray Bruce, Russell Maryland and Desmond Howard are just some of the names in the past that Oakland has snatched up that were first round selections of other clubs.Davis has always talked about the talent level of some of those players and how giving them another shot will make his Silver & Black the beneficiary of allowing them more time to develop.Reclamation projects are part of Oakland lore and that will probably never change.

Which is why ESPN’s Bill Williamson stated, “If I had to guess the team most apt to pursue :wavey: Gholston, I’d say Oakland. Al Davis loves former first-round picks. Any team that would take a chance on Jarvis Moss should take a chance on Gholston.”

It’s not outlandish to presume Davis will make a run at him.

Back in April of 2008, Gholston was one of the prospects linked to the Raiders when they held the fourth overall pick. Gholston had talks with the Silver & Black and their owner.“Of course I met with Al Davis. He was a very sharp guy,” said the former Buckeye. “We talked about the Raiders, Ohio State and he asked me if I can stop the run and I told him ‘sure’.”The 24-year old has not recorded a sack since entering the league and barely showed signs of life under Eric Mangini and Rex Ryan. He did own up to his lack of production prior to the 2010 campaign, volunteering to take a pay cut to stick around and help the New York Jets bring in free agents.

Why didn’t the Raiders go with Gholston in 2008 ? Because they wanted another freakish talent – Darren McFadden – to aide a feeble offense, regardless of what appeared to be a crowded backfield.Gholston was a workout warrior. He looks great in pads and has stellar measurables to back up the athletic ability he possesses. But will the fire be there? Is there enough pride, after making millions, to rejuvenate a fledgling career?

One thing is for sure, he’ll come cheap and at his age, someone will find his potential enticing.

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BigJet85 · 03-06-2011, 06:24 AM

good...goodbye ghost...you couldnt be seen here on the field and im sure you be seen on the field in Oakland...night night ghost man...

sg3 · 03-06-2011, 06:29 AM

maybe he can get that elusive FIRST EVER sack or cause that FIRST EVER fumble and get crazy al to hand him 9 million dollars...

3 years and a bonus that FF2 could have earned and yet, poor Vermin couldn't do it

patman · 03-06-2011, 07:26 AM

Jacksonville and Atlanta are two likely landing spots.

southparkcpa · 03-06-2011, 07:32 AM

He can have Jamarcus's locker................

124 · 03-06-2011, 08:33 AM

We play in Oakland in 2011.

How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez?

You'd have to laugh.

Well, that is if we win the game.

The Boston Patriot · 03-06-2011, 09:41 AM

[QUOTE=124;3973667]We play in Oakland in 2011.

How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez?

You'd have to laugh.

Well, that is if we win the game.[/QUOTE]

They'll probably make him a Team Captain as well (for the coin toss). :D

Bearded_Achilles · 03-06-2011, 10:25 AM

[QUOTE=124;3973667]We play in Oakland in 2011.

How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez?

You'd have to laugh.

Well, that is if we win the game.[/QUOTE]

lol id be so annoyed

Limolady · 03-06-2011, 11:05 AM

Once again, I wish #50 well in all his future endeavors. If Crazy Al wants to sign him, let him.

The guy's been cyber beat to death on all the NYJ social media outlets since Day 1, so it's a dead issue of Vern ever playing another down in green & white. IMO and in any business, when you start off on the wrong foot, chances are you'll stay on that course until you and/or the company part ways.

You also can't blame him for taking the money. What 21 year old on this board or anywhere else for that matter would say "NO" to being the 6th round draft pick of the NFL? Let's get real here.

I'd like to see the Raider fans embrace a player and hopefully get some production out of him on the field. Hey, you never know.

As for the future possibility of Gholston getting a sack on #6 of the NY Jets, well, wouldn't that fall on the shoulders of the Oline who's sole responsibility is to protect their QB?

Gee, maybe someone should start a topic on them? What about Damien Woody? Do you think Crazy Al will sign him to the Raider O line too?

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:D

BLEED JET GREEN · 03-06-2011, 11:06 AM

that's where he should have gone in the first place.

Il Mostro · 03-06-2011, 04:03 PM

[QUOTE=BLEED JET GREEN;3973731]that's where he should have gone in the first place.[/QUOTE]

Bingo! *Now* they want him. If they had taken him at #4 in the first place, order would have been secure in the football universe.

Green&White51 · 03-06-2011, 05:23 PM

good for him

Raider9175 · 03-06-2011, 09:48 PM

[QUOTE=Limolady;3973727]Once again, I wish #50 well in all his future endeavors. If Crazy Al wants to sign him, let him.

The guy's been cyber beat to death on all the NYJ social media outlets since Day 1, so it's a dead issue of Vern ever playing another down in green & white. IMO and in any business, when you start off on the wrong foot, chances are you'll stay on that course until you and/or the company part ways.

You also can't blame him for taking the money. What 21 year old on this board or anywhere else for that matter would say "NO" to being the 6th round draft pick of the NFL? Let's get real here.

I'd like to see the Raider fans embrace a player and hopefully get some production out of him on the field. Hey, you never know.

As for the future possibility of Gholston getting a sack on #6 of the NY Jets, well, wouldn't that fall on the shoulders of the Oline who's sole responsibility is to protect their QB?

Gee, maybe someone should start a topic on them? What about Damien Woody? Do you think Crazy Al will sign him to the Raider O line too?

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:D[/QUOTE]

Why would Raiders sign D Woody in freeagency. Raiders RT Langston Walker strengths and weakness are similiar to D Woody. L walker is a very good run blocker who struggles against speed rushes in pass protection. Hopefully raiders move him inside to guard this year.

Much ado about Nothing · 03-06-2011, 10:24 PM

G'luck to the guy who will go down as one of the most memorable, and worst, Jets first round picks...

03-06-2011, 06:05 AM	#1
kelly is dancing w/ the devil ... in the pale moonlite ;) ~ ~ Hall Of Fame Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: dunwoody, ga ! ! Posts: 10,762	Gholston to RAIDERS ? ? ? [IMG]http://www.sbreport.net/wp-content/2008_group.jpg[/IMG] Vernon Gholston joined Glenn Dorsey, Chris Long, Jake Long, Matt Ryan & Darren McFadden at the draft in '08. ~ ~ For the Oakland Raiders, the rumor mill is always rampant, especially when it comes to former first round talents that have been released and are now available. Enter Vernon :wavey: Gholston. Almost immediately after the announcement of his release, some reporters cited Al Davis’ infatuation with collecting such talents – which is true.Aundray Bruce, Russell Maryland and Desmond Howard are just some of the names in the past that Oakland has snatched up that were first round selections of other clubs.Davis has always talked about the talent level of some of those players and how giving them another shot will make his Silver & Black the beneficiary of allowing them more time to develop.Reclamation projects are part of Oakland lore and that will probably never change. Which is why ESPN’s Bill Williamson stated, “If I had to guess the team most apt to pursue :wavey: Gholston, I’d say Oakland. Al Davis loves former first-round picks. Any team that would take a chance on Jarvis Moss should take a chance on Gholston.” It’s not outlandish to presume Davis will make a run at him. Back in April of 2008, Gholston was one of the prospects linked to the Raiders when they held the fourth overall pick. Gholston had talks with the Silver & Black and their owner.“Of course I met with Al Davis. He was a very sharp guy,” said the former Buckeye. “We talked about the Raiders, Ohio State and he asked me if I can stop the run and I told him ‘sure’.”The 24-year old has not recorded a sack since entering the league and barely showed signs of life under Eric Mangini and Rex Ryan. He did own up to his lack of production prior to the 2010 campaign, volunteering to take a pay cut to stick around and help the New York Jets bring in free agents. Why didn’t the Raiders go with Gholston in 2008 ? Because they wanted another freakish talent – Darren McFadden – to aide a feeble offense, regardless of what appeared to be a crowded backfield.Gholston was a workout warrior. He looks great in pads and has stellar measurables to back up the athletic ability he possesses. But will the fire be there? Is there enough pride, after making millions, to rejuvenate a fledgling career? One thing is for sure, he’ll come cheap and at his age, someone will find his potential enticing. rest of article : > [url]http://www.sbreport.net/raider_news/008/6059.html[/url]

03-06-2011, 11:05 AM	#9
Limolady Here On A "Need To Know" Basis. Jets Insider VIP Super*****/Prom Queen Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 16,397	Once again, I wish #50 well in all his future endeavors. If Crazy Al wants to sign him, let him. The guy's been cyber beat to death on all the NYJ social media outlets since Day 1, so it's a dead issue of Vern ever playing another down in green & white. IMO and in any business, when you start off on the wrong foot, chances are you'll stay on that course until you and/or the company part ways. You also can't blame him for taking the money. What 21 year old on this board or anywhere else for that matter would say "NO" to being the 6th round draft pick of the NFL? Let's get real here. I'd like to see the Raider fans embrace a player and hopefully get some production out of him on the field. Hey, you never know. As for the future possibility of Gholston getting a sack on #6 of the NY Jets, well, wouldn't that fall on the shoulders of the Oline who's sole responsibility is to protect their QB? Gee, maybe someone should start a topic on them? What about Damien Woody? Do you think Crazy Al will sign him to the Raider O line too? [URL="http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0PDoX9ZqnNNViIAZFCjzbkF/SIG=12o5180p8/EXP=1299454681/*http%3a//media.giantbomb.com/uploads/0/5692/1368286-al_davis_super.jpg"][IMG]http://media.giantbomb.com/uploads/0/5692/1368286-al_davis_super.jpg[/IMG][/URL] :D Last edited by Limolady; 03-06-2011 at 11:08 AM.*

03-06-2011, 06:24 AM	#2
BigJet85 OL HELP! Veteran Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Shore of Long Island. East Setauket Posts: 1,559	good...goodbye ghost...you couldnt be seen here on the field and im sure you be seen on the field in Oakland...night night ghost man...

03-06-2011, 06:29 AM	#3
sg3 REX AND THE I-MAN - BACK ON TRACK Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Big Apple, USA Posts: 20,342	maybe he can get that elusive FIRST EVER sack or cause that FIRST EVER fumble and get crazy al to hand him 9 million dollars... 3 years and a bonus that FF2 could have earned and yet, poor Vermin couldn't do it

03-06-2011, 07:26 AM	#4
patman happy to be here All Pro Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 7,151	Jacksonville and Atlanta are two likely landing spots.

03-06-2011, 07:32 AM	#5
southparkcpa I see the 88 to 97 period all over again. Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NC Posts: 15,686	He can have Jamarcus's locker................

03-06-2011, 08:33 AM	#6
124 All Pro Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 7,953	We play in Oakland in 2011. How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez? You'd have to laugh. Well, that is if we win the game.

03-06-2011, 09:41 AM	#7
The Boston Patriot is getting the banned back together! All Pro Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Island of Sodor Posts: 6,261	[QUOTE=124;3973667]We play in Oakland in 2011. How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez? You'd have to laugh. Well, that is if we win the game.[/QUOTE] They'll probably make him a Team Captain as well (for the coin toss). :D

03-06-2011, 10:25 AM	#8
Bearded_Achilles wanna get out of my way?? All Pro Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hades Posts: 2,296	[QUOTE=124;3973667]We play in Oakland in 2011. How much do you want to bet that if he signs with the Raiders he brings down Sanchez? You'd have to laugh. Well, that is if we win the game.[/QUOTE] lol id be so annoyed

03-06-2011, 11:06 AM	#10
BLEED JET GREEN blending and balancing pain and comfort deep within you. Rookie Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 816	that's where he should have gone in the first place.

03-06-2011, 04:03 PM	#11
Il Mostro is a man who can send back the wine or take out the garbage. Veteran Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 400	[QUOTE=BLEED JET GREEN;3973731]that's where he should have gone in the first place.[/QUOTE] Bingo! Now they want him. If they had taken him at #4 in the first place, order would have been secure in the football universe.

03-06-2011, 05:23 PM	#12
Green&White51 All League Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 4,170	good for him

03-06-2011, 09:48 PM	#13
Raider9175 Mark Sanchez should be arrested for impersonating an NFL Qb. All Pro Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 5,280	[QUOTE=Limolady;3973727]Once again, I wish #50 well in all his future endeavors. If Crazy Al wants to sign him, let him. The guy's been cyber beat to death on all the NYJ social media outlets since Day 1, so it's a dead issue of Vern ever playing another down in green & white. IMO and in any business, when you start off on the wrong foot, chances are you'll stay on that course until you and/or the company part ways. You also can't blame him for taking the money. What 21 year old on this board or anywhere else for that matter would say "NO" to being the 6th round draft pick of the NFL? Let's get real here. I'd like to see the Raider fans embrace a player and hopefully get some production out of him on the field. Hey, you never know. As for the future possibility of Gholston getting a sack on #6 of the NY Jets, well, wouldn't that fall on the shoulders of the Oline who's sole responsibility is to protect their QB? Gee, maybe someone should start a topic on them? What about Damien Woody? Do you think Crazy Al will sign him to the Raider O line too? [URL="http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0PDoX9ZqnNNViIAZFCjzbkF/SIG=12o5180p8/EXP=1299454681/**http%3a//media.giantbomb.com/uploads/0/5692/1368286-al_davis_super.jpg"][IMG]http://media.giantbomb.com/uploads/0/5692/1368286-al_davis_super.jpg[/IMG][/URL] :D[/QUOTE] Why would Raiders sign D Woody in freeagency. Raiders RT Langston Walker strengths and weakness are similiar to D Woody. L walker is a very good run blocker who struggles against speed rushes in pass protection. Hopefully raiders move him inside to guard this year.

03-06-2011, 10:24 PM	#14
Much ado about Nothing Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,602	G'luck to the guy who will go down as one of the most memorable, and worst, Jets first round picks...