Incognito “I’m 100 percent into” playing for Raiders

[Mr. Laz]

Richie Incognito: “I’m 100 percent into” playing for Raiders

Posted by Josh Alper on March 20, 2014, 4:18 PM EDT
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Throughout their history, the Raiders have gained a reputation as a welcoming place for players who have worn out their welcome elsewhere in the NFL.

Guard Richie Incognito fits the bill after being suspended in 2013 and castigated in Ted Wells’ investigation for the way he treated Dolphins teammate Jonathan Martin. Incognito recently got out of treatment for mental health issues and told Michael Silver of NFL.com that he’s open to the idea of continuing his NFL career in Oakland.

“I’m 100 percent into that,” Incognito said. “I think that would fit my personality the best. It makes so much sense. I know [offensive coordinator Greg] Olson and [offensive line coach Tony] Sparano, and I’m a loyal guy, and I’d love to play for them again. And, of course, the Raiders have that aura.”

Incognito played for Olson in St. Louis and Sparano in Miami, but there probably aren’t too many places he wouldn’t want to play right now. He said earlier this week and reiterated to Silver that he would like a chance to return to the Dolphins, but the shadow of last year, the Wells report and Incognito’s mental health concerns make him a tough sell to anyone.

Complicating matters in Oakland is the presence of defensive lineman Antonio Smith, who was suspended for two preseason games and a regular season game after an altercation with Incognito in the preseason last year. Incognito shrugged off any concerns on that front and called Smith a friend, although that may not be enough to open up the door to a job in Oakland.

[RealSNR]

Baltimore is also a giant shithole. I'd prefer not to play there if I could avoid it as a player.

[OldSchool]

Originally Posted by 505 Chief

I don't think I'd want to be in Texas either.

Tax free, sexy college babes, lots of land, Jerry Jones will hook you up with almost anything, etc. I hate the Cowboys as a fan but even I would try to play there for at least a couple of seasons. Texas is crazy about football.

[Sweet Daddy Hate]

Originally Posted by SNR

Baltimore is also a giant shithole. I'd prefer not to play there if I could avoid it as a player.

Originally Posted by OldSchool

Tax free, sexy college babes, lots of land, Jerry Jones will hook you up with almost anything, etc. I hate the Cowboys as a fan but even I would try to play there for at least a couple of seasons. Texas is crazy about football.

Two truths.

[Eureka]

Originally Posted by OldSchool

Tax free, sexy college babes, lots of land, Jerry Jones will hook you up with almost anything, etc. I hate the Cowboys as a fan but even I would try to play there for at least a couple of seasons. Texas is crazy about football.

You def need AC in the summer though.

It comes down to two things needed. Either a quality QB or good weather/location.

[Just Passin' By]

Originally Posted by 505 Chief

That is surprising. I'm also surprised that Miami isn't better, seeing as how so many players love to be there.

Miami's a great town for a lot of things, but it's not a great sports town anymore. Having a stadium that's out of the way doesn't do much to help, either.

[chiefzilla1501]

Lol. We have three players suspended for stupidity. We don't need to add stupid to stupid. Adding incognito is a panic move.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by Eureka

You def need AC in the summer though.

It comes down to two things needed. Either a quality QB or good weather/location.

If I was a 21 year-old single rookie in the NFL, I think I'd base my preferences on ...

... moderate weather that's not too hot in August or too cold in December. That probably points toward one of the west coast teams.

... availability of cool stuff like penthouse apartments and Ferrari dealerships. That would point toward high-end cities like New York and Miami.

... attractive women in skimpy clothing. That would point toward Miami or southern California.

... a football tradition where I would be put on a pedestal, but at the same time be able to live a somewhat normal life. That would point toward the classic rust belt or midwest towns.

... a location that minimizes the number of ways I could get into trouble. That would point away from New York and Miami, and away from any place with attractive women in skimpy clothing.

I'll have to give this some thought and come up with a ranking.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

Lol. We have three players suspended for stupidity. We don't need to add stupid to stupid. Adding incognito is a panic move.

I haven't been able to watch any games yet, but based on what I'm hearing, it kind of sounds like a panic move is the logical next step.

[Easy 6]

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

Lol. We have three players suspended for stupidity. We don't need to add stupid to stupid. Adding incognito is a panic move.

As much of a meathead as that guy surely is, I'd bet he's learned a thing or two after this storm... the Bucs will be glad they grabbed him I'd bet.

He's a nasty, physical Olin Kreutz type of brawler and could've really helped us.

[OldSchool]

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

Lol. We have three players suspended for stupidity. We don't need to add stupid to stupid. Adding incognito is a panic move.

I take it you haven't been watching the offensive line.

[chiefzilla1501]

Originally Posted by OldSchool

I take it you haven't been watching the offensive line.

First, it's a guard. I'm not in freak out mode over it. The Chiefs can and should move Hudson to guard and kush to center which already makes the interior line better than last year. From there, we have 11 picks next year and duvarney-tardif not to mention watkins coming back from suspension. Linkenbach has actually looked OK at guard. We have roster cuts to find new guys

It's going to be bumpy at first but it will be worth it. We are not in a place right now where we need to fill spots based on need.

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Originally Posted by SNR

Baltimore is also a giant shithole. I'd prefer not to play there if I could avoid it as a player.

Avoid winning?

[kcxiv]

Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Avoid winning?

lol, yeah. like rich players cant find a nice spot in maryland to live. lol Players want to make money and win. Its not like you have to live there full time, rent a spot and only be there half the year. Not hard to do when your making big money.

[OldSchool]

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

First, it's a guard. I'm not in freak out mode over it. The Chiefs can and should move Hudson to guard and kush to center which already makes the interior line better than last year. From there, we have 11 picks next year and duvarney-tardif not to mention watkins coming back from suspension. Linkenbach has actually looked OK at guard. We have roster cuts to find new guys

It's going to be bumpy at first but it will be worth it. We are not in a place right now where we need to fill spots based on need.

A guard? It's both guards and looking like both tackles as well, lol. I think Jeff Allen might actually be pretty decent out at RT with the way that he played against the Vikings. He just needs a few more mental reps there so that he is a bit more sound in his assignment when working against the blitz. I don't think that I remember seeing Allen get beat physically 1 on 1 at RT against the Vikings. That's a lot more than I could say for anyone else on the line.

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Originally Posted by Fruit Ninja

lol, yeah. like rich players cant find a nice spot in maryland to live. lol Players want to make money and win. Its not like you have to live there full time, rent a spot and only be there half the year. Not hard to do when your making big money.

Downtown Baltimore is nice. Some parts of it is bad just like every other city. Look at the Ravens headquarters.