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I think it's a great deal for the Raiders. Palmer gives them a legit QB that can get the ball to his receivers. How many 1st rounders actually work out and even get to play in the NFL?
I think it's a conditional pick for the 2nd 1st rounder. If the Raiders make the playoffs, then the "condition" kicks in.
I'm sure Palmer kept himself in shape when he wasn't playing. He must have been working out somewhere to make sure he was in shape in case some sort of deal was made. Amazing that Cincy gave in and got rid of him.
I think it's a conditional pick for the 2nd 1st rounder. If the Raiders make the playoffs, then the "condition" kicks in.
I'm sure Palmer kept himself in shape when he wasn't playing. He must have been working out somewhere to make sure he was in shape in case some sort of deal was made. Amazing that Cincy gave in and got rid of him.
Yes, still a bunch of early picks to build that team and stack up on talent. Especially with the way the Bengals have drafted over the last couple of years, that should make for a good roster. They also have decent room under the cap, if their owner finally is willing to spend some money...and the additional 5th rounder (2012) and 6th rounder (2013) by NE from the Ocho Cinco deal, which could also be used as leverage if they wanted to move up the board in the draft.
Awful deal for Oakland, unless they think they have a legitimate shot at winning the SB this year with Carson Palmer playing QB (which I think everyone knows is a lock to NOT happen, unless your name is Hue Jackson).
And the thing is, Campbell was doing a good job for them- now what happens when he comes back ready to play next year? They have a QB controversy if Palmer finishes the year strong.. and they have traded away the future of their franchise, losing a first rounder and second rounder at AT BEST. They should have looked at a serviceable free agent they could have got for much less.. even from the same team they traded with- Gradkowski played for them last year, and knows the franchise. Could have been had for much less and put them in the position to at least contend for the playoffs. Mind-boggling trade, in my mind.
And the thing is, Campbell was doing a good job for them- now what happens when he comes back ready to play next year? They have a QB controversy if Palmer finishes the year strong.. and they have traded away the future of their franchise, losing a first rounder and second rounder at AT BEST. They should have looked at a serviceable free agent they could have got for much less.. even from the same team they traded with- Gradkowski played for them last year, and knows the franchise. Could have been had for much less and put them in the position to at least contend for the playoffs. Mind-boggling trade, in my mind.
The whole point is to win.
Oakland today is better team than two days ago.
As for the future, the Raiders aren't exactly an old team. Free agency can fill some voids. Something the Raiders have always done.
They paid a price, but to say it is too much misses the entire point. And that is the whole point is to win!
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Oakland today is better team than two days ago.
As for the future, the Raiders aren't exactly an old team. Free agency can fill some voids. Something the Raiders have always done.
They paid a price, but to say it is too much misses the entire point. And that is the whole point is to win!
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