Oakland Raiders Prep for Battle, Less Key Players Nnamdi Asomugha, Zach Miller

November 6, 2010   ·   RaiderusMax   ·   Jump to comments

Pro Bowl cornerback Nnamndi Asomugha and tight end Zach Miller are both sidelined with foot injuries and will be unable to play against the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday. What does this mean for the Oakland Raiders, who are coming off back-to-back wins?
Replacements are said to be Chris Johnson and Brandon Myers. My first thought: "Who is Brandon Myers?"
Tight end Brandon Myers is in his second year, and basically has had no play this season. He 6"4" and weighs around 250 lbs. The Oakland Raiders may actually have an advantage here, in that they can get some throws to Myers, as the Chiefs will not be expecting passes to come his way.
Cornerback Chris Johnson is a decent substitute for Asomugha, and although he was burned a few times last season, he should do well against KC.
Coach Tom Cable must imprint into the minds of the secondary not to let a KC receiver to get behind them. Both Tyvon Branch and Michael Huff should do well to cover, in case either cornerback g...

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