[Assani Fisher]

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Last year he wanted Vince Young.

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W/ high draft picks Al goes after impact athletes, not O-linemen.

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That's what alot of ESPN analysts were saying before the draft last year. Sure, noone knows what Al is thinking for sure. Just as much as you know Al won't draft a QB w/ his first pick.

I really think Raiders are going QB this year. And I still think they can trade down to get Russel. I don't see where you guys are putting him #1 all of a sudden. He wasn't even projected in the top 10 picks before last nights game.

And theres not a snowballs chance in hell Raiders pick Joe Thomas. And yes, Al prefers to go after great athletes before his most pressing needs.

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For the record, I think that the Raiders should take Russell. But until I see them call his name, I'm not thinking that they will.