Oakland Raiders 2011 Preseason Preview: 8 Things to Watch Week 1

It's finally here. Real football. After the most historic yet frustrating offseason in the history of the National Football League, football finally returns Aug. 11. The Oakland Raiders are coming into a season where their expectations are a bit higher than in years past. Yes, the Raiders are considered true contenders in their AFC West division and could quite possibly be the champions of that division come season's end. The foundation of that lofty goal begins in the preseason.

True, the preseason is meant for coaches to evaluate their team and young prospects but coaches around the league will always say there is nothing wrong with taking pride in a preseason victory. Raiders head coach Hue Jackson's philosophy ...

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