DE Jay Richardson (FOX 28 CFB Analyst)

[Deety]

Great to hear... :)

 

[Buckskin86]

Richardson prepared to suit up for Raiders
Thursday, June 28, 2007

JARROD ULREY
Villager Staff Writer

"I was going with the first-string players at left (defensive end) and I'll also play some (defensive) tackle, too. (The Raiders' system) is definitely a little more complex, but they do a lot of the same things as Ohio State. OSU had a pretty complicated system compared to other colleges with a lot of different packages. I just need to get acclimated to the city itself and the things surrounding it because the football part is going to come along pretty good. I've had fun so far."

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[Bleed S & G]

awesome to hear he's doing well.. glad tOSU got him prepared for the NFL :)

 

[svrnblk]

GO RAIDERS!!! Good Luck Jay!

 

[osugrad21]

Link

Raiders' rookie says veterans complained
By Michael Ash on July 2, 2007 12:22 AM

Just over two weeks ago, the NFL Players Association forced the Oakland Raiders to cancel the last week of their offseason training program. At the time of the NFLPA's ruling, which cited the Raiders for violating the offseason contact rules set out in the league's collective bargaining agreement, there was no explanation given for why the team's practices had been investigated.
Speculation began immediately. One popular theory, most prominently floated by Bay Area writer Bill Soliday, was that the NFLPA became aware of comments head coach Lane Kiffin had made to the media about the physical nature of the practice sessions. With little to no evidence that suggested any other possibility, it seemed that Soliday's theory was becoming accepted.
Now, though, thanks to rookie fifth-round pick Jay Richardson, it looks like the mystery has been solved.
"Some of the veterans reported that we were working too hard," Richardson told his hometown newspaper in Ohio last week. "With me coming from Ohio State, we always worked really hard there so I was kind of used to it. But the veterans complained that they 'don't always have to do all of this crap.'"



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[ShakerBuck]

"Some of the veterans reported that we were working too hard," Richardson told his hometown newspaper in Ohio last week. "With me coming from Ohio State, we always worked really hard there so I was kind of used to it. But the veterans complained that they 'don't always have to do all of this crap.'"

Although probably accurate, not a great way for a rookie to endear himself to his veteran teammates....

 

[Buckskin86]

Jay Rich got some first team reps with Burgess hurt

Burgess only started practicing with the rest of his teammates this week after beginning training camp on the physically unable to perform list as a result of hernia surgery in June. He took minimal reps with Oakland's starting defense Wednesday, but spent most of the morning practice as a spectator.

Fourth-year veteran Chris Clemons and rookie Jay Richardson alternated working in Burgess' absence. The Raiders have also been taking a long look at third-round draft pick Quentin Moses, who has been working on the opposite end of Burgess with Oakland's starters.

SI.com - 2007 NFL Preview - Burgess will skip preseason opener - Wednesday August 8, 2007 5:28PM

 

[OregonBuckeye]

People were critical of him at the senior bowl but it looks like he's doing well for himself. Keep it up, Jay!

 

[BuckeyeLiger87]

Jay had a sack tonight againts the cardinals.

 

[Buckskin86]

Oakland Raider News 08-13-07: Getting To Know Jay Rich:
By saint
Posted on Mon Aug 13, 2007 at 03:54:49 PM EDT

J-Rich, Jay Richardson, "The Bigg Bear Hugg" or plain ole' Jay Rich, no matter what he will become known as here in Raider Nation, our 5th round selection out of Ohio State is already winning fans and making plays on the field.

At 23 years of age he stands 6 foot 6 and is listed at 285 lbs, although having stood 15 feet from him the other day I would say he is probably one Krispy Kreme away from 300 lbs. That is not to say that he is fat, he just looks SOLID.

His career is a that of a classic sleeper. He did not start until his senior season at Ohio State. When he did start he was nowhere near dominant, but he kept getting better. The Ohio native tallied 25 tackles and had four sacks in his final year.

Raider scouts had him as a sleeper who as a late bloomer could really develop quickly.

Raider Nation...All you had to do was watch him on Saturday to see that this kid is quick, has a huge wingspan and can bull rush 300+ lb linemen.

His sack of Shane Boyd was an absolute bull rushing, strong willed punishing collapse of a mobile quarterback. I was impressed.

Silver And Black Pride :: Oakland Raider News 08-13-07: Getting To Know Jay Rich:

Rookie Jay Richardson spent time with the starting unit at right defensive end. He and fellow rookie Quentin Moses are battling veteran Kevin Huntley for the starting spot.

http://www.mercurynews.com/sports/ci_6618479

 

[svrnblk]

Jay played really well....I hope he continues to contribute to the Raider defense and earns a spot.

 

[Buckskin86]

Even though he isn't starting he is clearly in the rotation to get playing time this year

Position solved: Tommy Kelly has won the starting right defensive end job, beating out rookies Quentin Moses and Jay Richardson.

Kelly started 16 games at defensive tackle last season, playing both tackle positions and at right end. He has been moved outside to make room for new starting defensive tackle Terdell Sands.

With the openers fast approaching, the two Bay Area teams face ... DECISIONS DECISIONS / RAIDERS: Competition at QB reduced to McCown, Culpepper

 

[Buckskin86]

Chicken run -- Rookie defensive end Jay Richardson is taking orders.

Tuesday was Popeye's Chicken day, and the fifth-round draft choice had directions from veteran defensive linemen to come back with grub.

"No cinnamon," Richardson said, referring to Popeye's apple pies. "(Warren) Sapp's allergic to it."

But Richardson is more than a servant. His exhibition play is a reason the team cut Kevin Huntley, a projected starter before training camp, Tuesday.

"I'm never relaxed about it because you never know what they're thinking," Richardson said. "I'm just going to keep working hard. It seems right now it might fall in my favor."

Coming out of Ohio State, Richardson heard fifth-round picks weren't safe bets to make NFL rosters. But he never felt like an underdog.

"I know what kind of player I am, so I never felt like a long shot," Richardson said.

Sports - For Gallery, the less said, the better - sacbee.com

 

[Brutus1]

Jay not only made the final roster for the Raiders, He beat out highly rated 3rd round pick Quentin Moses, who has been cut. Congrats J. Rich.

 

[OregonBuckeye]

According to espn.com's box score, Jay had 3 tackles including a solo.