San Francisco Chronicle Oct 7, 2017
Struggling Raiders and Ravens both eager for a victory
The Raiders and Ravens find themselves in very similar situations heading into Sunday’s game at the Coliseum. Both are riding two-game losing streaks that derailed any momentum built from opening the season with back-to-back wins. Both have struggling offenses and quarterbacks who have become easy targets for critics, particularly in Baltimore, where 2013 Super Bowl MVP Joe Flacco has been taking a lot of heat. Both teams are also desperate for a win. “They’re in the same position we’re in,” Raiders safety Karl Joseph said....
San Francisco Chronicle Sep 20, 2017
Raiders safety Karl Joseph sees himself as a big playmaker
Having spent countless hours throughout the week studying defenses and receivers, poring over videolooking for a hidden weakness, Raiders safety Karl Joseph appreciates the simplicity that comes with blitzing. No complex scheme to dissect, no receiver to cover. See quarterback, get quarterback. “That’s your only thing,” Joseph said Wednesday. “When I know I’m going, I’m full speed. There’s not a lot to think about. You don’t have to worry about covering anybody or what gap you’re supposed to be in. You’re just blitzing.” ...
Silver And Black Pride Sep 19, 2017
Raiders week 2 Ballers & Busters vs Jets: Part two
The lesser performances in the Raiders week two win over the Jets. Busters David Amerson The Jets scored two touchdowns in the game. Both of them were surrendered by Amerson. The first scoring drive started with Amerson giving up an 8-yard catch despite pressure by Karl Joseph on the blitz. The drive ended when on third and 2, Amerson gave up a 34-yard touchdown. He had position on the pass, watching it in the air come his way, but let Jermaine Kearse get behind him for the score. There was a slight shove by Kearse, but nothing that would be considered offensive pass interference and...
