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Transitions can spur strength Sometimes setbacks are simply a setup for a better future. Michael Shelton can tell you that he has had a few challenges, but he is determined to make it to the NFL. While at Texas Southern University, Shelton desired to be a part of Pro Day, but many transitions occurred and he ended up transferring to another college. One major change that surprised many onlookers was the release of the head football coach Johnny Cole, who played a great part in winning the SWAC championship in 2010. It just goes to show you how volatile a ...

When I first saw that the Oakland Raiders joined in a partnership with the California Lottery, I thought it was a clever idea. After all, the lottery is a game and NFL football is a popular sport. Later, I found that many NFL teams are joining in partnership’s with their state’s lottery. For example, the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cleveland Browns  and the Houston Texans have their name attached to lottery games. The Oakland Raiders launched their scratch ticket in Sept. 2010. If you don’t win the cash, you can win other things like tickets. Taking a chance on the lottery ...

In order to rise up, a team or person has to fall down. Getting up again is the joy in the life of some folks. On this Sunday, millions are remembering the event that opened the door for all who believe to rise above circumstances often imposed on us by our own volition, to chose good or the negation of good. As I tell my students, if there is a proposition p, then there is always a ~p, which stands for the negation of p.  There are many retired NFL players who have taken hold of their retirement years and have risen above some very powerful ...

We have got to look at the bright side of things. I read an article saying that some folks may need to see a therapist if the 2011 season does not start on time. Let's look at the bright side. Now there is time to sit down, talk with and show love to family members. Rather than have our eyes glued to a big screen, screaming and yapping about football, we will have time to look at and talk with family. There will be more time to play video games with children. That's a good thing. Right? If football is delayed in 2011, there ...

In this article the names do not matter. The scenarios of the struggles are what should be shared with the public. Years ago, an Oakland Raider and his brother were returning to California, driving a fancy Cadillac. In a very small town in Texas, the young men were stopped. When the authorities checked their car, perhaps, they found something for which they could write a ticket or cite as a violation. As the story goes, they went to jail for awhile. When they were checked in, their belongings were gathered and were stored for them. Once the two young men ...

There are so many articles telling us that Nnamdi Asomugha might leave the Oakland Raiders. I hope not. He is a positive player, both on-and-off the playing field. It looks like the lockout has brought the NFL to a crossroad. Many players are on alert, realizing that their agreements and contracts with the Oakland Raiders could change. I admit this is the first time I have paid attention to the dynamics of a lockout. Overall, I believe these types of negotiations and work stoppages are good. The issues are complex. One thing that concerns some of us is the fact that most of the teams ...

The Oakland Raiders inspired a professor to do research in 2007. Admittedly, 2007, 2008 and 2009 were not very successful years for the Oakland Raiders. In 2010, the future was beginning to look bright. Ups and downs, wins and losses are all a part of the process to move toward excellence. A shift from a 5-11 record to an 8-8 record was encouraging, but not as good as some of us desired. On a Friday in 2010, Atty. Pete, former U.S. Naval officer Mr. Larry and I went to a private high school, Christian Life Center, in Houston, Texas to make a motivational ...

Let's just say that the Oakland Raiders data is discussed with colleagues no matter where we may be. In Washington, DC the fact that I am a Raiders'  fan came up in a meeting. One reason my love for the Oakland Raiders came up is because I post most of my articles on my Facebook page. My study of the data, personalities and vision for the Oakland Raiders to return to a prominent position in the NFL is shared with other professors in the STEM professions. In fact, I am encouraging more of the professors and students to delve into the ...

  A business trip on April 4 will put me in Washington, D.C. Somehow I am going to make time to go to K Street and see the reporters and observers in front of the building where the NFL negotiations are taking place. Here is the description and mission statement of the organization that is laboring to come to some type of agreement between the NFL players and owners: The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service Created by Congress as an independent agency of the U.S. government in 1947, the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS)’s primary responsibility is to promote sound and stable labor-management relations ...

How many Oakland Raiders have the helmet with a computer in it? It just might be a good idea for the Oakland Raiders to make sure each and every player has one. It could provide data on head injuries, no matter how subtle or severe. An NFL player does not have to guess about the number of blows to his head as there is now a helmet to help keep track of that data. This B/R writer became aware of the NFL's "smart" Riddell helmet after listening to the presentation of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's guide, pictured above. The helmet is loaded with ...