Let me stress the fact that this is ONLY a rumor, but I am writing it, so that we can discuss...

Let me stress the fact that this is ONLY a rumor, but I am writing it, so that we can discuss it.

On the face of things it looks like a great idea. Think about it. Al Davis needs someone to take over the team that he trusts and that he has respect for. You have to believe that Jon won his respect when he wooped the Raiders in the Super Bowl and then watched his team go into a terrible downward spiral without "Chucky".

Al Davis also said, last year, that we going to bring in a football person who would surprise everyone. Other than one of the Mikes, Lombardi or Shanahan, who would shock recent fans more than the one who got away.

This may be just a pipe dream, but there have been implications from peopel like John Madden, himself, that Gruden would be the person brought in to run things when Al passes the torch.

With Gruden coming into town and partying with Raider fans at Ricky's in San Leandro last Saturday and then this rumor being tossed about, a Raider can dream can't he?

Interesting rumor from Silver and Black Pride: Jon Gruden To Receive 5% Of The Team And Take Over For Davis

Just a rumor, but could make for interesting discussion. This is very relevant to the Broncos and the rest of the AFC West, so what do you think of Jon Gruden in charge in Oakland?

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I would love it

I miss the raiders, and I think that Gruden could make them an elite team again. They are a storied franchise, and they are a way better rivalry than the Chargers, who are classless in a forgetable sort of way, unlike the raiders who are classless in a league of their own.

by Jeeeeens on Dec 16, 2009 6:23 PM MST reply actions

meh

~me

by vincerelli on Dec 16, 2009 11:11 PM MST reply actions

I'm in favor of old Al staying in charge for as long as he is mostly physically able.

"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway

by jibbons on Dec 16, 2009 11:46 PM MST reply actions

even if it means hooking up a respirator

and constantly administering a defribulator!

Hey, if that’s what it takes, I know a guy…

"All we're trying to do is win the *********** game!" -- Josh MF McDaniels tearing into his offensive line after three false starts in the red zone. The tirade turned the tide of the game, and the Broncos dominated from that point on.

by broncosmontana on Dec 16, 2009 11:52 PM MST up reply actions

Wow

This is how far the mighty Silver and Black have fallen, clinging to rumors that Jon Gruden would be coming back?

Frankly, I can’t blame them in the slightest. But I can’t see it being anything more than a pipe dream. Al Davis doesn’t strike me as the kind of guy that gains respect for you if you leave his team then kick their tuchases in the SB the following year.

by broncosmontana on Dec 16, 2009 11:47 PM MST reply actions