... that he has been given an opportunity. He realizes that he has to win now. He stated last February that the Raiders would make the playoffs in a bold attempt to motivate his team.

Will his attempt be successful?

Recent offseason moves have the Raiders in a QB controversy between Jamarcus Russell and journeyman Jeff Garcia. Fullback Lorenzo Neal was also added to bring depth and experience to a team in desperate need of direction.

On the defensive side Greg Ellis has been added for some extra punch.

New coaches have been added to the fold to replace former excuses within the Raider organization.

Are these the puzzle pieces Coach Cable implied the Raiders needed in order to make a playoff run?

This a...

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