... Oakland Raiders have been horrid in virtually every category (with the exception of the number three overall defense in 2006).

It's widely known that Raider Nation has members that are the most passionate fans in the NFL.

So, it's only natural that each off-season for the past seven years Raider fans have had a glimmer of hope—something that kept them going.

Every year is the same: "The Raiders will be the biggest surprise in the NFL!" We exclaim. JaMarcus is a savior, Kiffin is the next Madden. We'd said it all.

However, Oakland always disappoints us. This year is different, we say.

We have a legit quarterback.

The Wide Receivers are better.

Our run-stopping woes will end.

We have a g...

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