It gives a portrait of al, the person rather than the football side. Behind the raiders shield, jon kingdon and bruce kebric, answered our questions about the book and about scouting in general. Al davis was great at putting together teams in his prime. Behind the raiders shield by steven corkran goodreads. Reflecting on the davis gruden rift in behind the raiders shield, kebric had this to say. Behind the raiders shield, where he issues untold stories of the late coach.
Former raiders ceo amy trask with great story about al davis and more the herd full interview duration. Raiders owner,coach and gm speaks on the state of the raiders jan. Yet davis rarely revealed much about himself, his philosophy and decisionmaking. Davis was born in charleston, south carolina to al and carol davis. Do raiders stand pat and draft a wide receiver or trade up. Behind the raiders shield unabridged on apple books.
He was the principal owner and general manager of the oakland raiders of the national football league nfl for 39 years, from 1972 until his death in 2011. Thats the way it is told in the entertaining and insightful book al davis. In the years after, mark davis and the raiders created the al davis torch. Jon gruden is face of raiders, and mark davis is ok. Former raiders punter shane lechler lights the torch in memory of and tribute to al davis prior to the week 14 matchup against the tennessee titans. All video clips property of nfl,csn,cbs, and nfl flims. Kpix 5 there have been several books written about former raiders owner al davis, but there have been none like the latest. Al davis was such a polarizing figure that people either admired or despised him. Jon kingdon is a former longtime scout for the oakland raiders. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Nov 16, 2017 in his new book coauthored by bruce kebric and steve corkran, jon reveals much of what went on behind the scenes in his years with the raiders franchise. Its an eyeopening insight at davis how he treated people, how he drafted and how concerned he was about his own image. Steelers versus raiders, always a slugfest bleacher report.
Al davis, right, the head coachgeneral manager of the oakland raiders, was named, april 8, 1966 in houston, as the new american football league. Oct 09, 2011 the oakland raiders wore stickers, which showed a black shield with al in silver letters, on the back of their helmets sunday to honor owner al davis, who died saturday at 82 teams and fans. He wrote the book, al davis, behind the raiders shield, which just came out this week. In his new book coauthored by bruce kebric and steve corkran, jon reveals much of what went on behind the scenes in his years with the raiders franchise. Former raiders ceo amy trask with great story about al davis and more.
We had a few more questions, and their answers are below. Most cared about what davis thought on any issue, and he was captivating. He is the principal owner and managing general partner of the las vegas raiders of the national football league nfl. On july 25, 1966, davis returned as partowner of the team. Behind the raiders shield, read about an admission by coach bill parcells that stunned davis, exposed parcells creativity. Behind the raiders shield, for an unvarnished look at what it was like working for al davis. Jan 26, 2018 if you think gruden wont make some changes that will surprise, well, read steve corkran of and al davis. Behind the raiders shield also provides fascinating insights into al davis s character. Sep 08, 2017 long time raiders beat reporter steve corkran educates us on schooled with the professor about al davis.
Private stories of former raiders owner al davis released in. Coauthor al davis behind the raiders shield rather be feared. Mar 11, 2018 reflecting on the davisgruden rift in behind the raiders shield, kebric had this to say. Prior to this he worked 23 years with contra costa times, oakland tribune, san jose mercury news. Private stories of former raiders owner al davis released. Two months later, the league announced its merger with the nfl.
Coauthor al davis behind the raiders shield at rather be feared. Behind the raiders shield by kebric et al at over 30 bookstores. Behind the raiders shield by bruce kebric and jon kingdon with steve corkran. He was clearly an excellent football coach in many ways, but this book spends a lot more time tearing down the myth than building it up. Behind the raiders shield, educates us about the former raiders owner on the latest episode of schooled with the professor. Behind the raiders shield the teams scouts prepared a bold plan, outlining to al davis how they expected.
Oct 27, 2017 kpix 5 there have been several books written about former raiders owner al davis, but there have been none like the latest. Because jon spent a considerable amount of time working alongside al davis as well as the other members of the raiders, he has a tremendous amount of insider knowledge to share. Private stories of former raiders owner al davis released in new. Al davis was such a polarizing figure that people either admired or despise. The oakland raiders wore stickers, which showed a black shield with al in silver letters, on the back of their helmets sunday to honor owner al davis, who died saturday at 82 teams and fans. With the merger, the position of commissioner was no longer needed, and davis entered into discussions with valley about returning to the raiders. Behind the raiders shield is coauthored by two of davis closest confidants, jon kingdon and bruce kebric. This week we take a peak behind the silver curtain as we sit down with jon kingdon, coauthor of behind the raiders shield, and discuss the highly shrouded culture of the oakland raiders. Oct 27, 2017 coauthor of al davis book reveals what happened behind the raiders shield. On tuesday, two of the coauthors of the new book, al davis.
He also is the coauthor of a recently released book titled al davis. As we celebrate black history month, take a look at how al davis and the raiders commitment to equal opportunity will. Author, jon kingdon, worked for al davis as head scout for 30 years. Of al davis book reveals what happened behind the raiders shield. Numerous books and articles have attempted to convey the many facets of al davis, but this one is the first that actually transports the reader behind davis silver and black shield. Mark clark davis born 1954 or 1955 is an american businessman and sports franchise owner. Bruce kebric and jon kingdon have teamed with steve corkran to take listeners to a place long thought to be forbidden. Why raiders stand to get handful of phone calls for pick.
In short, if you thought he was a jerk before, behind the first, i saw the firstever oakland raider game, an exhibition at kezar stadium in 1960. Jan 25, 2018 patriots top 10 personnel moves of bill belichick era. That guy in green bay thought he couldnt run anymore. Behind the raiders shield bruce kebric, jon kingdon, steve corkran, gary peterson on. Mar 23, 2009 they remember al davis gloating, trying to stick it to pete rozelle then commish of the nfl, art rooney and the entire steeler organization because they beat the raiders in the playoffs so many. I recently finished writing a book titled al davis.
Al had problems with all the attention that was being bestowed upon jon. Prior to owning the team, davis was involved in the retail part of the raiders business where he helped develop the organizations raider image stores. Behind the raiders shield as a member, you will get full access to all stories on the site, as well as stats, schedules, draft lists and more. Prior to becoming the principal owner of the raiders. Most cared about what davis thought on any issue, and he. Bill belichick had randy moss for a sixthrounder until al. Sep 08, 2017 longtime raiders beat reporter steve corkran, coauthor of al davis. Former raiders scout jon kingdon told dennis odonnell on. The original torch is a gas operated torch that was brought out on game days at the oakland coliseum and was lit by a former raiders player or coach prior to each raider home game. Jon kingdon coauthor al davis behind the raiders shield.
Download audiobooks written by bruce kebric to your device. Steve recently finished writing a book titled, al davis. In april 1966, davis left the raiders after being named afl commissioner. Raiders honor davis with helmet decals, win over texans. Nov 03, 2011 amy trask is arguably the most powerful woman in the nfl, and, as ceo of the oakland raiders, must help lead the franchise after the death of its storied leader, al davis. The insular, fiercely private inner workings are revealed with insight and clarity by those who knew davis best. The book is very well written, easy to follow and enjoyable to read.
Former longtime raiders scout discusses new book on al davis. Most cared about what davis thought on any issue, and he was captivating before an audience. Coauthor of al davis book reveals what happened behind the raiders shield duration. On what would have been his 90th birthday, we honor and pay tribute to iconic raiders owner al davis. Coauthor of al davis book reveals what happened behind the raiders shield. Davis is a graduate of california state university, chico. Coauthor of al davis book reveals what happened behind the.
Bruce kebric, jon kingdon, steve corkran, scott odell, rather be feared. Longtime raiders beat reporter steve corkran, coauthor of al davis. Behind the raiders shield, breaking down just how gruden handled the. Behind the raiders shield, bruce kebric, jon kingdom, and steve corkran provide an insiders look from the very cabal davis himself lorded over. Bruce kebric, jon kingdon, steve corkran narrated by. In a combined 65 years as two of al davis most trusted personnel executives, jon kingdon and bruce kebric were privy to almost all the major player moves for the raiders.
As we celebrate black history month, join us as we look back at al davis and the raiders commitment to equal opportunity. If you buy the book on the website, leave instructions if you want your copy autographed by any of the three authors. Everyone knew of davis and his catchy slogans, especially just win, baby. As we celebrate black history month, take a look at how al davis and the raiders commitment to equal opportunity will forever have an impact on pro football. Behind the raiders shield is coauthored by two of davis. Here are six things to watch once the action gets underway. The raiders officially kick off the regular season monday night against the broncos. Get an exclusive behind thescenes look as current raiders. View jon kingdons profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Steve has been covering the raiders in some capacity since they relocated to oakland in 1995 and is the author of the recently released book on the life of raiders iconic owner al davis, al davis. Patriots top 10 personnel moves of bill belichick era.
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