I put that question to a former Raider who was with Palmer last season, and he was surprisingly optimistic. Of course, Palmer is going from one of the worst teams in the AFC West to the worst team in the NFC West, so the odds are against him succeeding. ...more

Oakland's offense isn't in terrible shape with Darren McFadden and Carson Palmer, Clark Judge said, but there are glaring holes in the receiving corps that must be addressed. ...more

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said he might get rid of the Pro Bowl if the game continues to be the embarrassment it was last February, but I spoke to players who hope he doesn't follow through on his threat ... and let them tell you why. ...more