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April 28, 2007

With Russell on board, focus is now on Moss

The Raiders selected JaMarcus Russell as expected with the first selection in the 2007 NFL draft. But who cares.

Randy Moss is still the buzz.

Raiders coach Lane Kiffin said he didn't want to take away from Russell's day by talking about Moss, but said the team is fielding calls about trades for the highly paid wideout that wants to play for a winning team.

If Moss wants out badly, it would be best for the Raiders to get whatever they can for him in a trade (nope, it won't be a first or second round pick) and pass him on to the next team.

I don't begrudge Moss for wanting out. He's a lot closer to the end of his career and wants a crack at a Super Bowl. The Raiders won't be there next year.

This is Russell's team now. He doesn't need the distraction of having to answer questions about Moss.

The Raiders need to do all they can to create a positive environment around their new quarterback.

If that means no Moss, so be it.

--Jason Jones

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