... want is right there in front of us". That was coach Tom Cable's response to the media, in terms of his team's effort on the eve of their loss to the Denver Broncos.

As we wait and see how this Raiders team will respond to those words of encouragement Sunday, this writer is confident that they will do so in good fashion.

When I look at this Raiders team, from a distance I see a team that possibly due to these times, a lot of fans can relate to, even myself.

Its a story of ups and downs, highs and lows. It has all the makings of a Hollywood movie, but there's no Rudy on this team and whether fans will want to replay this season over and over after its done is still in the air.

It is, however, a lesson in perseverance th...

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