I wonder what the Raiders fan apologists said about Jermarcus Russell during his time with the Raiders? Because as horrible as he was, there are always those who will make excuses.
(See, Justin Harrell, Derrick Frost, Mason Crosby, Ahmad Carroll, Brett Favre 'He was just trying to make a play!' )
Here's probably how it went:
IronShield: "Ok, its been 3 years now and this guy has done nothing. Its been reported that he shows up to camp over weight, has a lathargic attitude, and well, he plays like garbage."
Get_loud_at_thecoliseum: "Let me guess; you've been reading Jerry McDonald's articles from the Oakland Tribune?
That guy has hated Al Davis for years. Everything he writes is negative. So he showed up to camp a few lbs over weight. Who hasn't? You're probably just hoping Jermarcuss plays poorly so you can say "I told you so."
Why do fans always need a whipping boy? Leave the guy alone."
MassRaiderfan: "Typical over reaction from IronShield."
PackerPride: "Excellent post Get_loud_at_thecoliseum. You are a champion.
I respect IronShield and his opinion. However he is wrong. Not only will Jermarcuss win the MVP this year, but the Raiders will win the next 10 Super Bowls.
Raider93z: "Color me disappointed. If I could, I would take my one good leg and kick him square in the nuts. That said, if we cut him, whom do we replace him with?"
all_about_da_raiders: "I get what you're saying about his effort. That said, I think McDonald was a little harsh in his article. "
RaiderHQ: "I coach highschool kids with more talent than this bum. And why is it that everytime you criticize a Raiders player, that automatically makes you an "Al Davis hater" ?
Dale_Z_Raider: "Awww another IronShield freak out. I like freak outs. They make me giggle. Jermarcuss will be fine. I trust Al Davis."
Feel free to add to the "discussion" 😉