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 Western Division head coach [[John Rauch]] added four Raiders to the AFL All-Star Game roster: quarterback [[Tom Flores]], running back [[Hewritt Dixon]], defensive end [[Ike Lassiter]], and middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]]. Western Division head coach [[John Rauch]] added four Raiders to the AFL All-Star Game roster: quarterback [[Tom Flores]], running back [[Hewritt Dixon]], defensive end [[Ike Lassiter]], and middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]].
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 ======January 5, 1967====== ======January 5, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders traded tackle [[Rex Mirich]] and their third-round pick in the 1967 draft to the [[Broncos]] for cornerback [[Willie Brown]] and quarterback [[Mickey Slaughter]]. The Raiders traded tackle [[Rex Mirich]] and their third-round pick in the 1967 draft to the [[Broncos]] for cornerback [[Willie Brown]] and quarterback [[Mickey Slaughter]].
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 ======January 23, 1967====== ======January 23, 1967======
  
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 Running back [[Clem Daniels]] underwent surgery to remove a cyst from his knee. His recovery was not expected to affect his availability for the 1967 season. Running back [[Clem Daniels]] underwent surgery to remove a cyst from his knee. His recovery was not expected to affect his availability for the 1967 season.
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 ======January 25, 1967====== ======January 25, 1967======
  
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 ======March 4, 1967====== ======March 4, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed placekicker [[Ron Chesterton]] as a free agent. Chesterton had no American football experience, but had played for West Ham in the English Football League. The Raiders signed placekicker [[Ron Chesterton]] as a free agent. Chesterton had no American football experience, but had played for West Ham in the English Football League.
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 ======March 5, 1967====== ======March 5, 1967======
  
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 In the first combined AFL/NFL draft, the Raiders selected Texas A&I guard [[Gene Upshaw]] in the first round with the 17th overall pick. In the first combined AFL/NFL draft, the Raiders selected Texas A&I guard [[Gene Upshaw]] in the first round with the 17th overall pick.
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-The Raiders traded wide receiver [[Art Powell]] and quarterback [[Tom Flores]], along with their second-round pick in the 1967 draft to the [[Bills]] for quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]], wide receiver [[Glenn Bass]], and Buffalo's third-round pick and the fifth-round pick they had received from the [[Chiefs]] in a separate deal.+**Trade** 
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 +Wide receiver [[Art Powell]], quarterback [[Tom Flores]], and a second-round pick in the 1967 draft, to the [[Bills]], for [[Glenn Bass]], [[Daryle Lamonica]], and a third-round and fifth-round pick in the 1967 draft 
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 ======March 15, 1967====== ======March 15, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders announced the signing of their tenth-round pick in the 1967 draft, North Carolina College defensive tackle [[Richard Sligh]]. The Raiders announced the signing of their tenth-round pick in the 1967 draft, North Carolina College defensive tackle [[Richard Sligh]].
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 ======March 21, 1967====== ======March 21, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders added the title of promotions director to musical director [[Del Courtney]]'s portfolio. The Raiders added the title of promotions director to musical director [[Del Courtney]]'s portfolio.
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 ======March 22, 1967====== ======March 22, 1967======
  
 ======March 23, 1967====== ======March 23, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed Oregon tackle [[Dan Archer]], their sixth round pick in the 1966 AFL redshirt draft. The Raiders signed Oregon tackle [[Dan Archer]], their sixth round pick in the 1966 AFL redshirt draft.
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 ======March 24, 1967====== ======March 24, 1967======
  
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 ======April 19, 1967====== ======April 19, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders claimed [[Titans|Oilers]] quarterback [[George Blanda]] from that team's waiver list. The Raiders claimed [[Titans|Oilers]] quarterback [[George Blanda]] from that team's waiver list.
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 ======April 20, 1967====== ======April 20, 1967======
  
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 The AFL announced their 1967 schedule. The Raiders were to open the regular season on September 10 at home against [[Broncos|Denver]] and would close it out at home against the [[Bills]] on December 24. The AFL announced their 1967 schedule. The Raiders were to open the regular season on September 10 at home against [[Broncos|Denver]] and would close it out at home against the [[Bills]] on December 24.
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 ======May 1, 1967====== ======May 1, 1967======
  
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 Quarterback [[Roman Gabriel]] filed a suit naming the Rams, the Raiders, and the NFL as defendants, and requested $200,000 in damages. In the suit, he alleged that the Raiders had been in breach of a contract he had signed with them last year and accused the Rams of interfering in the execution of that contract. He further argued that the NFL was in violation of anti-trust laws by restraining free trade. While the Raiders argued they had a valid contract with Gabriel and expected him to honor it, Gabriel's lawyer said his client was under contract to the Rams and would play for them in 1967. NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle also asserted that Gabriel was contractually obligated to play for the Rams, not the Raiders. Quarterback [[Roman Gabriel]] filed a suit naming the Rams, the Raiders, and the NFL as defendants, and requested $200,000 in damages. In the suit, he alleged that the Raiders had been in breach of a contract he had signed with them last year and accused the Rams of interfering in the execution of that contract. He further argued that the NFL was in violation of anti-trust laws by restraining free trade. While the Raiders argued they had a valid contract with Gabriel and expected him to honor it, Gabriel's lawyer said his client was under contract to the Rams and would play for them in 1967. NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle also asserted that Gabriel was contractually obligated to play for the Rams, not the Raiders.
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 ======May 3, 1967====== ======May 3, 1967======
  
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 General manager [[Scotty Stirling]] announced the team had renewed their contract with KNEW Radio for the broadcast of Raiders game in 1967. [[Bill King]] and [[Van Amburg]] would once again provide the commentary. General manager [[Scotty Stirling]] announced the team had renewed their contract with KNEW Radio for the broadcast of Raiders game in 1967. [[Bill King]] and [[Van Amburg]] would once again provide the commentary.
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 ======May 8, 1967====== ======May 8, 1967======
  
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 ======May 10, 1967====== ======May 10, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed two of their 1967 draft picks: University of Oklahoma running back [[James Ray Jackson]], their fourth-round choice, and their seventh-round pick, defensive lineman [[Ron Lewellen]] of Tennessee-Martin Branch. The Raiders signed two of their 1967 draft picks: University of Oklahoma running back [[James Ray Jackson]], their fourth-round choice, and their seventh-round pick, defensive lineman [[Ron Lewellen]] of Tennessee-Martin Branch.
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 ======May 11, 1967====== ======May 11, 1967======
  
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 In the continuing [[Roman Gabriel]] saga, the quarterback's attorney, Edward Masry, said "right now, chances are good he'll go to the Raiders." This followed a report that quoted team owner [[Al Davis]] saying "we are ready and willing to go through with the contract Gabriel signed with us." In the continuing [[Roman Gabriel]] saga, the quarterback's attorney, Edward Masry, said "right now, chances are good he'll go to the Raiders." This followed a report that quoted team owner [[Al Davis]] saying "we are ready and willing to go through with the contract Gabriel signed with us."
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 ======May 14, 1967====== ======May 14, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed their sixth-round pick in the 1967 draft, Wyoming quarterback [[Rick Egloff]]. The Raiders signed their sixth-round pick in the 1967 draft, Wyoming quarterback [[Rick Egloff]].
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 ======May 15, 1967====== ======May 15, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed free agent wide receiver [[Mack Burton]]. The Raiders signed free agent wide receiver [[Mack Burton]].
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 ======May 16, 1967====== ======May 16, 1967======
  
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 Offensive backfield coach [[Bill Walsh]] resigned to become head coach of the San Jose Apaches in the Continental Football League. Offensive backfield coach [[Bill Walsh]] resigned to become head coach of the San Jose Apaches in the Continental Football League.
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 ======May 17, 1967====== ======May 17, 1967======
  
 ======May 18, 1967====== ======May 18, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed free agent University of Montana lineman [[Gary Schwertfeger]]. He had been the team's 12th-round pick in the 1962 draft, but went to Canada to play for the British Columbia Lions for the next five years. The Raiders signed free agent University of Montana lineman [[Gary Schwertfeger]]. He had been the team's 12th-round pick in the 1962 draft, but went to Canada to play for the British Columbia Lions for the next five years.
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 ======May 19, 1967====== ======May 19, 1967======
  
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 ======May 21, 1967====== ======May 21, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders announced the signing of six of their picks in the 1967 draft: Mississippi running back [[Gerald Warfield]] (5th round), Stanford linebacker [[Mike Hibler]] (5th), Colorado running back [[Estes Banks]] (8th), Muskingum linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]] (9th), Wayne State guard [[Bob Kruse]] (12th), and Virginia Tech guard [[Don Bruce]] (16th). The Raiders announced the signing of six of their picks in the 1967 draft: Mississippi running back [[Gerald Warfield]] (5th round), Stanford linebacker [[Mike Hibler]] (5th), Colorado running back [[Estes Banks]] (8th), Muskingum linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]] (9th), Wayne State guard [[Bob Kruse]] (12th), and Virginia Tech guard [[Don Bruce]] (16th).
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 ======May 22, 1967====== ======May 22, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders hired San Diego State assistant [[John Madden]] to coach linebackers and special teams. The Raiders hired San Diego State assistant [[John Madden]] to coach linebackers and special teams.
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 ======May 24, 1967====== ======May 24, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders announced the signing of their first-round pick in the 1967 draft, Texas A&I guard [[Gene Upshaw]]. The Raiders announced the signing of their first-round pick in the 1967 draft, Texas A&I guard [[Gene Upshaw]].
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 ======May 25, 1967====== ======May 25, 1967======
  
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 Construction workers broke ground on a new building to house the team's offices on a lot south of the Coliseum site. Construction workers broke ground on a new building to house the team's offices on a lot south of the Coliseum site.
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 ======May 27, 1967====== ======May 27, 1967======
  
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 Halfback [[Jim Dillard]], a former Raiders draftee, testified before an Ottawa court that the Raiders had asked him to play "at half potential" for the Calgary Stampeders in the 1965 season, presumably with the goal of getting the team to release him and allow him to join the Raiders. Dillard had been selected by the Raiders in the eighth round of the 1962 draft, but he chose to sign in Canada with Saskatchewan. Raiders general manager said the story was "hogwash", adding that the team had signed him and advanced Dillard $5,000 of a $12,000 to play for Oakland after his Calgary contract expired. Instead, Dillard signed a new contract with Ottawa Rough Riders after that team received him from Calgary in trade. The Raiders sued for the return of the advance money and received half of it by arrangement with the Rough Riders. They expected to receive the other half this year. Instead, Dillard was suing the Ottawa team to void his contract and get back the money they had sent to Oakland. Halfback [[Jim Dillard]], a former Raiders draftee, testified before an Ottawa court that the Raiders had asked him to play "at half potential" for the Calgary Stampeders in the 1965 season, presumably with the goal of getting the team to release him and allow him to join the Raiders. Dillard had been selected by the Raiders in the eighth round of the 1962 draft, but he chose to sign in Canada with Saskatchewan. Raiders general manager said the story was "hogwash", adding that the team had signed him and advanced Dillard $5,000 of a $12,000 to play for Oakland after his Calgary contract expired. Instead, Dillard signed a new contract with Ottawa Rough Riders after that team received him from Calgary in trade. The Raiders sued for the return of the advance money and received half of it by arrangement with the Rough Riders. They expected to receive the other half this year. Instead, Dillard was suing the Ottawa team to void his contract and get back the money they had sent to Oakland.
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 ======June 7, 1967====== ======June 7, 1967======
  
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-=====Transactions=====+=====News=====
  
 The Raiders signed free agent Stanford defensive back [[John Guillory]]. The Raiders signed free agent Stanford defensive back [[John Guillory]].
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 ======June 15, 1967====== ======June 15, 1967======
  
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 Wide receiver [[Glenn Bass]], recently acquired by the Raiders from the [[Bills]] in the trade that also netted quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]], said he was considering retiring from pro football rather than accept Oakland's contract offer. Raiders owner [[Al Davis]] said if Bass chose not to report, the entire trade, that also included sending quarterback [[Tom Flores]] and wide receiver [[Art Powell]] to Buffalo would be void. Wide receiver [[Glenn Bass]], recently acquired by the Raiders from the [[Bills]] in the trade that also netted quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]], said he was considering retiring from pro football rather than accept Oakland's contract offer. Raiders owner [[Al Davis]] said if Bass chose not to report, the entire trade, that also included sending quarterback [[Tom Flores]] and wide receiver [[Art Powell]] to Buffalo would be void.
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 The Raiders traded defensive back [[Joe Krakoski]] to the [[Jets]] for defensive back [[Dainard Paulson]]. The Raiders traded defensive back [[Joe Krakoski]] to the [[Jets]] for defensive back [[Dainard Paulson]].
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 ======June 16, 1967====== ======June 16, 1967======
  
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 For the first time ever, the Raiders would face an NFL opponent on the football field. As a result of extended negotiations following last year's AFL/NFL merger, the Raiders and 49ers agreed to meet in an exhibition game on September 3 at the Oakland Coliseum. A coin flip determined the site of the game. For the first time ever, the Raiders would face an NFL opponent on the football field. As a result of extended negotiations following last year's AFL/NFL merger, the Raiders and 49ers agreed to meet in an exhibition game on September 3 at the Oakland Coliseum. A coin flip determined the site of the game.
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 ======June 17, 1967====== ======June 17, 1967======
  
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-=====Transactions=====+=====News=====
  
 The Raiders signed their third-round pick in the 1967 draft, Colorado linebacker [[Bill Fairband]]. The Raiders signed their third-round pick in the 1967 draft, Colorado linebacker [[Bill Fairband]].
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 ======June 25, 1967====== ======June 25, 1967======
  
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 Quarterback [[Mickey Slaughter]], acquired in a trade with the [[Broncos]] earlier in the year, announced his retirement from pro football. Quarterback [[Mickey Slaughter]], acquired in a trade with the [[Broncos]] earlier in the year, announced his retirement from pro football.
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 ======June 30, 1967====== ======June 30, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed USC wide receiver [[Rod Sherman]]. Sherman had been the team's first round pick in the 1966 AFL redshirt draft. The Raiders signed USC wide receiver [[Rod Sherman]]. Sherman had been the team's first round pick in the 1966 AFL redshirt draft.
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 ======July 1, 1967====== ======July 1, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders opened training camp for rookies and new veterans in Santa Rosa. Three players were excused from reporting because of military duty: quarterbacks [[Charlie Green]] and [[Rick Egloff]], and tackle [[Dan Archer]].  The Raiders opened training camp for rookies and new veterans in Santa Rosa. Three players were excused from reporting because of military duty: quarterbacks [[Charlie Green]] and [[Rick Egloff]], and tackle [[Dan Archer]]. 
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 The team announced the signing of a pair of free agents: University of New Hampshire fullback [[Dan Serieka]] and University of South Carolina offensive lineman [[Len Sears]]. The team announced the signing of a pair of free agents: University of New Hampshire fullback [[Dan Serieka]] and University of South Carolina offensive lineman [[Len Sears]].
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 ======July 13, 1967====== ======July 13, 1967======
  
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 Former Raiders guard [[Marv Marinovich]] joined the team for camp as a weight room instructor. Former Raiders guard [[Marv Marinovich]] joined the team for camp as a weight room instructor.
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 Safety [[Gerald Warfield]] left training camp voluntarily. Safety [[Gerald Warfield]] left training camp voluntarily.
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 ======July 14, 1967====== ======July 14, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders signed free agent defensive lineman [[Wayne Coleman]]. Coleman didn't play collegiate football, but had some semi-pro experience. The Raiders signed free agent defensive lineman [[Wayne Coleman]]. Coleman didn't play collegiate football, but had some semi-pro experience.
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 ======July 15, 1967====== ======July 15, 1967======
  
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-Returning veterans reported to training camp. Also reporting was rookie quarterback [[Ron Egloff]], who had been excused for military duty. +Returning veterans reported to training camp. Also reporting was rookie quarterback [[Rick Egloff]], who had been excused for military duty.
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-Utah State trainer [[Howie Adams]] was added to [[George Anderson]]'s staff for camp.+
  
 The coaches were giving defensive back [[Willie Williams]] a tryout at wide receiver. The coaches were giving defensive back [[Willie Williams]] a tryout at wide receiver.
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-The Raiders acquired wide receiver [[Lionel Taylor]] and guard [[Jerry Sturm]] in a trade with the [[Broncos]] for guard [[Richard Tyson]] and a pair of linebackers, [[Ray Schmautz]] and [[Richard Jackson]].+**Trade**
  
-The team released fullback [[Dan Serieka]].+[[Lionel Taylor]], wide receiver, and [[Jerry Sturm]], guard, from the [[Broncos]] for [[Richard Tyson]], guard, [[Ray Schmautz]], linebacker, and [[Richard Jackson]], linebacker.
  
-Defensive tackle [[Ron Lewellen]] voluntarily left training camp.+**Released**
  
-=====Injury Updates=====+[[Dan Serieka]], fullback
  
-Halfback [[Estes Banks]] suffered a possible fractured hand in practice.+**Voluntarily left training camp**
  
 +[[Ron Lewellen]], defensive tackle 
  
-======July 17, 1967======+**Only mention, hiring and termination dates unknown**
  
 +[[Howie Adams]], assistant trainer
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 Guard [[Jerry Sturm]], acquired a few days ago in a trade with the [[Broncos]], said he wouldn't report to the team and would retire from pro football if he wasn't assured of a place on the roster for the regular season. Guard [[Jerry Sturm]], acquired a few days ago in a trade with the [[Broncos]], said he wouldn't report to the team and would retire from pro football if he wasn't assured of a place on the roster for the regular season.
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 ======July 20, 1967====== ======July 20, 1967======
  
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 [[John Rauch]] ran the Raiders through the first scrimmage of training camp. Three players sat out with injuries: tight end [[Ken Herock]] (thigh pull), offensive lineman [[Len Sears]] (ankle), and linebacker [[Mike Hibler]] (knee). [[John Rauch]] ran the Raiders through the first scrimmage of training camp. Three players sat out with injuries: tight end [[Ken Herock]] (thigh pull), offensive lineman [[Len Sears]] (ankle), and linebacker [[Mike Hibler]] (knee).
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 ======July 24, 1967====== ======July 24, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders released placekicker [[Ron Chesterton]]. The Raiders released placekicker [[Ron Chesterton]].
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 ======July 25, 1967====== ======July 25, 1967======
  
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 Guard [[Jerry Sturm]] reported to training camp. He had sat out the first few days while threatening to retire from football if he didn't get a no-cut contract, citing his business interests back in Denver. There was no word whether his demand was met. Guard [[Jerry Sturm]] reported to training camp. He had sat out the first few days while threatening to retire from football if he didn't get a no-cut contract, citing his business interests back in Denver. There was no word whether his demand was met.
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 ======July 26, 1967====== ======July 26, 1967======
  
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 The coaches held another scrimmage with the following players sitting out because of injury: wide receiver [[Fred Biletnikoff]], linebacker [[Mike Hibler]], linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]], defensive tackle [[Wayne Coleman]], and wide receiver [[Lionel Taylor]]. The coaches held another scrimmage with the following players sitting out because of injury: wide receiver [[Fred Biletnikoff]], linebacker [[Mike Hibler]], linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]], defensive tackle [[Wayne Coleman]], and wide receiver [[Lionel Taylor]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[july-25-1967|< Jul 25, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[july-29-1967|Jul 29, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======July 27, 1967====== ======July 27, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders released linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]] and defensive tackle [[Wayne Coleman]]. The Raiders released linebacker [[Mark DeVilling]] and defensive tackle [[Wayne Coleman]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[july-26-1967|< Jul 26, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[july-30-1967|Jul 30, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======July 30, 1967====== ======July 30, 1967======
  
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 Running backs [[Larry Todd]] (ankle) and [[Pete Banaszak]] (thigh) each missed practice due to injury. Guard [[Palmer Pyle]] left the practice field with a pulled thigh muscle. Running backs [[Larry Todd]] (ankle) and [[Pete Banaszak]] (thigh) each missed practice due to injury. Guard [[Palmer Pyle]] left the practice field with a pulled thigh muscle.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[july-29-1967|< Jul 29, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-1-1967|Aug 1, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======July 31, 1967====== ======July 31, 1967======
  
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 Head coach [[John Rauch]] made a couple of lineup shifts today, moving [[James Ray Jackson]] from wide receiver to safety and [[Don Bruce]] from guard to linebacker. Head coach [[John Rauch]] made a couple of lineup shifts today, moving [[James Ray Jackson]] from wide receiver to safety and [[Don Bruce]] from guard to linebacker.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[july-30-1967|< Jul 30, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-2-1967|Aug 2, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 2, 1967====== ======August 2, 1967======
  
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 Tackle [[Bob Svihus]] abruptly left training camp in a contract dispute. Tackle [[Bob Svihus]] abruptly left training camp in a contract dispute.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-1-1967|< Aug 1, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-3-1967|Aug 3, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 3, 1967====== ======August 3, 1967======
  
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 Though his contract issues hadn't been worked out, running back [[Clem Daniels]] ended his holdout and came to training camp. Tackle [[Bob Svihus]] also returned to camp after leaving yesterday in a contract dispute. Though his contract issues hadn't been worked out, running back [[Clem Daniels]] ended his holdout and came to training camp. Tackle [[Bob Svihus]] also returned to camp after leaving yesterday in a contract dispute.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-2-1967|< Aug 2, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-5-1967|Aug 5, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 4, 1967====== ======August 4, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders released guard [[Don Bruce]] after he cleared waivers. The Raiders released guard [[Don Bruce]] after he cleared waivers.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-3-1967|< Aug 3, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-6-1967|Aug 6, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 6, 1967====== ======August 6, 1967======
  
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 Defensive back [[Warren Powers]] left the team for a two-week stint of military service. Defensive back [[Warren Powers]] left the team for a two-week stint of military service.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-5-1967|< Aug 5, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-7-1967|Aug 7, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 7, 1967====== ======August 7, 1967======
  
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 In other moves, the coaches shifted lineman [[Greg Kent]] from offense to defense, safety [[James Ray Jackson]] to cornerback, and quarterback [[Rick Egloff]] to safety. In other moves, the coaches shifted lineman [[Greg Kent]] from offense to defense, safety [[James Ray Jackson]] to cornerback, and quarterback [[Rick Egloff]] to safety.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-6-1967|< Aug 6, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-9-1967|Aug 9, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 8, 1967====== ======August 8, 1967======
  
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 =====News===== =====News=====
  
-The Raiders cut offensive lineman [[Gary Schwertferger]].+The Raiders cut offensive lineman [[Gary Schwertfeger]].
  
 [[Bob Halford]] resigned as public relations director. He was replaced, temporarily at least, by assistant [[Bob Bestor]]. [[Bob Halford]] resigned as public relations director. He was replaced, temporarily at least, by assistant [[Bob Bestor]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-7-1967|< Aug 7, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-11-1967|Aug 11, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 10, 1967====== ======August 10, 1967======
  
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 The coaches made several lineup decisions for tomorrow's game against the [[Titans|Oilers]]: [[Pete Banaszak]] at halfback in place of holdout [[Clem Daniels]], [[Glenn Bass]] in place of [[Fred Biletnikoff]] at wide receiver, [[Lionel Taylor]] in place of [[Bill Miller]] at the other wideout spot, [[Bill Laskey]] in place of [[JR Williamson]] at linebacker, [[Billy Cannon]] in place of [[Tom Mitchell]] at tight end, and [[Dainard Paulson]] at safety in place of [[Warren Powers]]. Rookie guard [[Gene Upshaw]] would also make his debut in the game. The coaches made several lineup decisions for tomorrow's game against the [[Titans|Oilers]]: [[Pete Banaszak]] at halfback in place of holdout [[Clem Daniels]], [[Glenn Bass]] in place of [[Fred Biletnikoff]] at wide receiver, [[Lionel Taylor]] in place of [[Bill Miller]] at the other wideout spot, [[Bill Laskey]] in place of [[JR Williamson]] at linebacker, [[Billy Cannon]] in place of [[Tom Mitchell]] at tight end, and [[Dainard Paulson]] at safety in place of [[Warren Powers]]. Rookie guard [[Gene Upshaw]] would also make his debut in the game.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-9-1967|< Aug 9, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-12-1967|Aug 12, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 12, 1967====== ======August 12, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Titans|Oilers]], 24-7, in a preseason game in the Oakland Coliseum. The Raiders beat the [[Titans|Oilers]], 24-7, in a preseason game in the Oakland Coliseum.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-11-1967|< Aug 11, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-13-1967|Aug 13, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 13, 1967====== ======August 13, 1967======
  
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 Wide receiver [[Mack Burton]] voluntarily left training camp sometime around this date. Wide receiver [[Mack Burton]] voluntarily left training camp sometime around this date.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-12-1967|< Aug 12, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-15-1967|Aug 15, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 14, 1967====== ======August 14, 1967======
  
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 Quarterback [[Cotton Davidson]], who had been dealing with a torn pectoral muscle for the past week, was placed on injury waivers. Quarterback [[Cotton Davidson]], who had been dealing with a torn pectoral muscle for the past week, was placed on injury waivers.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-13-1967|< Aug 13, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-16-1967|Aug 16, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 16, 1967====== ======August 16, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders waived wide receiver [[James Ray Jackson]] and tackle [[Len Sears]]. The Raiders waived wide receiver [[James Ray Jackson]] and tackle [[Len Sears]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-15-1967|< Aug 15, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-19-1967|Aug 19, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 17, 1967====== ======August 17, 1967======
  
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 Prior to the game the team waived defensive lineman [[David Daniels]] and quarterback [[Charlie Green]]. Prior to the game the team waived defensive lineman [[David Daniels]] and quarterback [[Charlie Green]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-16-1967|< Aug 16, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-22-1967|Aug 22, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 20, 1967====== ======August 20, 1967======
  
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 The coaching staff returned [[Rick Egloff]] to his original position at quarterback after having tried him at wide receiver, running back, and safety. The coaching staff returned [[Rick Egloff]] to his original position at quarterback after having tried him at wide receiver, running back, and safety.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-19-1967|< Aug 19, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-23-1967|Aug 23, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 23, 1967====== ======August 23, 1967======
  
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 Quarterback [[Charlie Green]] cleared waivers and was released by the Raiders, who then assigned him to San Jose in the Continental Football League, with whom the Raiders had a "loose" working agreement. Quarterback [[Charlie Green]] cleared waivers and was released by the Raiders, who then assigned him to San Jose in the Continental Football League, with whom the Raiders had a "loose" working agreement.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-22-1967|< Aug 22, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-24-1967|Aug 24, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 24, 1967====== ======August 24, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders released tackle [[Greg Kent]], linebacker [[Dick Hermann]], and defensive back [[John Guillory]]. Kent and Hermann were assigned to San Jose in the Continental Football League. The Raiders released tackle [[Greg Kent]], linebacker [[Dick Hermann]], and defensive back [[John Guillory]]. Kent and Hermann were assigned to San Jose in the Continental Football League.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-23-1967|< Aug 23, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-27-1967|Aug 27, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 25, 1967====== ======August 25, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders lost to the [[Broncos]], 21-17, in a preseason game in North Platte, Nebraska. The Raiders lost to the [[Broncos]], 21-17, in a preseason game in North Platte, Nebraska.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-24-1967|< Aug 24, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[august-30-1967|Aug 30, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 28, 1967====== ======August 28, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders waived linebacker [[Duane Benson]]. The Raiders waived linebacker [[Duane Benson]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-27-1967|< Aug 27, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-1-1967|Sep 1, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======August 31, 1967====== ======August 31, 1967======
  
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 Head coach [[John Rauch]] said rookies [[Gene Upshaw]] and [[Rod Sherman]] would start at left guard and wide receiver, respectively, against the 49ers on the 3rd. Head coach [[John Rauch]] said rookies [[Gene Upshaw]] and [[Rod Sherman]] would start at left guard and wide receiver, respectively, against the 49ers on the 3rd.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[august-30-1967|< Aug 30, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-2-1967|Sep 2, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 2, 1967====== ======September 2, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders filed an appeal with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, opposing the assessment of a $125,000 "possessory interest" tax regarding the team's use of the Oakland Coliseum. The team argued that the designation didn't apply to their situation. The Raiders filed an appeal with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, opposing the assessment of a $125,000 "possessory interest" tax regarding the team's use of the Oakland Coliseum. The team argued that the designation didn't apply to their situation.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-1-1967|< Sep 1, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-3-1967|Sep 3, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 3, 1967====== ======September 3, 1967======
  
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 They also released halfback [[Nate Johns]]. He had been waived by the [[Chargers]] a little over a week ago and had been signed sometime after that by the Raiders, though it wasn't announced in the press until his release. They also released halfback [[Nate Johns]]. He had been waived by the [[Chargers]] a little over a week ago and had been signed sometime after that by the Raiders, though it wasn't announced in the press until his release.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-2-1967|< Sep 2, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-5-1967|Sep 5, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 4, 1967====== ======September 4, 1967======
  
 ======September 5, 1967====== ======September 5, 1967======
  
-=====News=====+=====Transactons===== 
 + 
 +**Waived** 
 + 
 +[[Pervis Atkins]], running back\\ 
 +[[Glenn Bass]], wide receiver\\ 
 +[[Tom Mitchell]], tight end\\ 
 +[[Dainard Paulson]], defensive back\\ 
 +[[Palmer Pyle]], guard 
 + 
 +**Retired from pro football** 
 + 
 +[[Lionel Taylor]], wide receiver 
 + 
 +**Placed on injury waivers** 
 + 
 +[[Carleton Oats]], defensive tackle 
 + 
 +**Trade** 
 + 
 +Acquired tight end [[Dave Kocourek]] from the [[Dolphins]] for an unspecified future draft pick 
 + 
 +----
  
-The Raiders made a number of roster moves, preparing for the start of the regular season. They waived wide receiver [[Glenn Bass]], tight end [[Tom Mitchell]], running back [[Pervis Atkins]], guard [[Palmer Pyle]], and defensive back [[Dainard Paulson]]. In lieu of getting released, wide receiver [[Lionel Taylor]] chose to be placed on the voluntarily retired list. Defensive tackle [[Carleton Oats]] was placed on the injury waivers list.+|[[september-3-1967|< Sep 3, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-10-1967|Sep 10, 1967 >]]|
  
-The team also acquired tight end [[Dave Kocourek]] from the [[Dolphins]] for an unspecified future draft pick. 
 ======September 6, 1967====== ======September 6, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders thumped the [[Broncos]], 51-0, in the regular season opener in Oakland. It was largest margin of victory in the team's history. The Raiders thumped the [[Broncos]], 51-0, in the regular season opener in Oakland. It was largest margin of victory in the team's history.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-5-1967|< Sep 5, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-13-1967|Sep 13, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 11, 1967====== ======September 11, 1967======
  
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 Raider players elected [[Jim Otto]] and [[Dan Conners]] captains for the 1967 season. Prior to this, during the [[Al Davis]] era starting in 1963, the captains were named by the head coach prior to each game. Raider players elected [[Jim Otto]] and [[Dan Conners]] captains for the 1967 season. Prior to this, during the [[Al Davis]] era starting in 1963, the captains were named by the head coach prior to each game.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-10-1967|< Sep 10, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-15-1967|Sep 15, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 14, 1967====== ======September 14, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders received an unspecified draft pick from the [[Broncos]] in exchange for the rights to former Oakland draftee offensive lineman [[Tom Cichowski]]. The Raiders received an unspecified draft pick from the [[Broncos]] in exchange for the rights to former Oakland draftee offensive lineman [[Tom Cichowski]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-13-1967|< Sep 13, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-17-1967|Sep 17, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 16, 1967====== ======September 16, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Patriots]], 35-7, in Oakland. The Raiders beat the [[Patriots]], 35-7, in Oakland.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-15-1967|< Sep 15, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[september-20-1967|Sep 20, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 18, 1967====== ======September 18, 1967======
  
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 Middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]] was named the Associated Press AFL Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Patriots]] on the 17th. Middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]] was named the Associated Press AFL Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Patriots]] on the 17th.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-17-1967|< Sep 17, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-1-1967|Oct 1, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======September 21, 1967====== ======September 21, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Chiefs]], 23-21, in Oakland. The Raiders beat the [[Chiefs]], 23-21, in Oakland.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[september-20-1967|< Sep 20, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-6-1967|Oct 6, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 2, 1967====== ======October 2, 1967======
  
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 While the team was waiting aboard a bus to be taken to the airport for their flight to New York, an unidentified man boarded the vehicle and threatened several players with a gun, asking them to shoot craps with him. After some back-and-forth discussion, linebacker [[Gus Otto]] grabbed the man and disarmed him, though he got away before he could be apprehended. While the team was waiting aboard a bus to be taken to the airport for their flight to New York, an unidentified man boarded the vehicle and threatened several players with a gun, asking them to shoot craps with him. After some back-and-forth discussion, linebacker [[Gus Otto]] grabbed the man and disarmed him, though he got away before he could be apprehended.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-1-1967|< Oct 1, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-7-1967|Oct 7, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 7, 1967====== ======October 7, 1967======
  
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 The man who had brandished a gun at several players yesterday, Charles Bostic of Denver, was arrested and hospitalized for a mental health evaluation. The man who had brandished a gun at several players yesterday, Charles Bostic of Denver, was arrested and hospitalized for a mental health evaluation.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-6-1967|< Oct 6, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-12-1967|Oct 12, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 8, 1967====== ======October 8, 1967======
  
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 Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Fred Biletnikoff]] would start at wide receiver ahead of [[Rod Sherman]] against Buffalo on the 15th. Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Fred Biletnikoff]] would start at wide receiver ahead of [[Rod Sherman]] against Buffalo on the 15th.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-7-1967|< Oct 7, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-15-1967|Oct 15, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 13, 1967====== ======October 13, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Bills]], 24-20, in Buffalo. The Raiders beat the [[Bills]], 24-20, in Buffalo.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-12-1967|< Oct 12, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-22-1967|Oct 22, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 16, 1967====== ======October 16, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Patriots]], 48-14, in Boston. Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] missed the game with shoulder bursitis and linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] left the game with a knee injury and did not return. The Raiders beat the [[Patriots]], 48-14, in Boston. Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] missed the game with shoulder bursitis and linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] left the game with a knee injury and did not return.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-15-1967|< Oct 15, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-27-1967|Oct 27, 1967 >]]|
  
 ======October 23, 1967====== ======October 23, 1967======
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 The Raiders placed linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] (knee) on injury waivers. The Raiders placed linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] (knee) on injury waivers.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-22-1967|< Oct 22, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-28-1967|Oct 28, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======October 28, 1967====== ======October 28, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders activated linebacker [[Duane Benson]]. The Raiders activated linebacker [[Duane Benson]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-27-1967|< Oct 27, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[october-29-1967|Oct 29, 1967 >]]|
  
 ======October 29, 1967====== ======October 29, 1967======
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 The Raiders beat the [[Chargers]], 51-10, in Oakland. The Raiders beat the [[Chargers]], 51-10, in Oakland.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-28-1967|< Oct 28, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-2-1967|Nov 2, 1967 >]]|
  
 ======October 30, 1967====== ======October 30, 1967======
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 Defensive back [[Dave Grayson]] was named the Associated Press AFL Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Chargers]]. Defensive back [[Dave Grayson]] was named the Associated Press AFL Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Chargers]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[october-29-1967|< Oct 29, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-4-1967|Nov 4, 1967 >]]|
 +
  
 ======November 3, 1967====== ======November 3, 1967======
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 The Raiders waived tight end [[Ken Herock]] and activated running back [[Pete Banaszak]]. The Raiders waived tight end [[Ken Herock]] and activated running back [[Pete Banaszak]].
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-2-1967|< Nov 2, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-5-1967|Nov 5, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 5, 1967====== ======November 5, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Broncos]], 21-17, in Denver. The Raiders beat the [[Broncos]], 21-17, in Denver.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-4-1967|< Nov 4, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-6-1967|Nov 6, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 6, 1967====== ======November 6, 1967======
  
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 Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] underwent a tonsillectomy, but wasn't expected to miss any games as the Raiders were on a bye week. Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] underwent a tonsillectomy, but wasn't expected to miss any games as the Raiders were on a bye week.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-5-1967|< Nov 5, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-14-1967|Nov 14, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 7, 1967====== ======November 7, 1967======
  
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 Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] returned to practice a little over a week after undergoing a tonsillectomy. Running back [[Hewritt Dixon]] returned to practice a little over a week after undergoing a tonsillectomy.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-6-1967|< Nov 6, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-16-1967|Nov 16, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 15, 1967====== ======November 15, 1967======
  
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 Ed Schoenfeld of the Tribune reported that, with the relocation of the Athletics to Oakland, the Raiders would find their ability to schedule home games in August and September significantly curtailed. Ed Schoenfeld of the Tribune reported that, with the relocation of the Athletics to Oakland, the Raiders would find their ability to schedule home games in August and September significantly curtailed.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-14-1967|< Nov 14, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-18-1967|Nov 18, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 17, 1967====== ======November 17, 1967======
  
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 Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Roger Hagberg]] would start in place of [[Hewritt Dixon]] in tomorrow's game against the [[Dolphins]]. Dixon, who was still recovering from a recent tonsillectomy, would play but would open the game on the bench. Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Roger Hagberg]] would start in place of [[Hewritt Dixon]] in tomorrow's game against the [[Dolphins]]. Dixon, who was still recovering from a recent tonsillectomy, would play but would open the game on the bench.
 +
 +----
 +
 +|[[november-16-1967|< Nov 16, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-19-1967|Nov 19, 1967 >]]|
 +
 ======November 19, 1967====== ======November 19, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Dolphins]], 31-17, in the Oakland Coliseum, but running back [[Clem Daniels]] broke his right fibula in the third quarter when guard [[Bob Svihus]] landed on it while pass blocking. Daniels was expected to miss four to six weeks. The Raiders beat the [[Dolphins]], 31-17, in the Oakland Coliseum, but running back [[Clem Daniels]] broke his right fibula in the third quarter when guard [[Bob Svihus]] landed on it while pass blocking. Daniels was expected to miss four to six weeks.
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 +|[[november-18-1967|< Nov 18, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-21-1967|Nov 21, 1967 >]]|
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 ======November 20, 1967====== ======November 20, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders placed running back [[Clem Daniels]] (leg) on injury waivers and activated [[Larry Todd]]. Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Pete Banaszak]] would start for Daniels during his absence. The Raiders placed running back [[Clem Daniels]] (leg) on injury waivers and activated [[Larry Todd]]. Head coach [[John Rauch]] said [[Pete Banaszak]] would start for Daniels during his absence.
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 +|[[november-19-1967|< Nov 19, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-23-1967|Nov 23, 1967 >]]|
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 ======November 22, 1967====== ======November 22, 1967======
  
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 Prior to the game, the team placed running back [[Estes Banks]] on injury waivers and activated linebacker [[Bill Fairband]]. Prior to the game, the team placed running back [[Estes Banks]] on injury waivers and activated linebacker [[Bill Fairband]].
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 +|[[november-21-1967|< Nov 21, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-25-1967|Nov 25, 1967 >]]|
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 ======November 24, 1967====== ======November 24, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders placed linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] on injury waivers just two days after activating him. Fairband reinjured his left knee against the [[Chiefs]] on the 23rd. The Raiders placed linebacker [[Bill Fairband]] on injury waivers just two days after activating him. Fairband reinjured his left knee against the [[Chiefs]] on the 23rd.
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 +|[[november-23-1967|< Nov 23, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[november-28-1967|Nov 28, 1967 >]]|
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 ======November 26, 1967====== ======November 26, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders learned that running back [[Clem Daniels]] would require surgery on his right ankle, ending his season. The Raiders learned that running back [[Clem Daniels]] would require surgery on his right ankle, ending his season.
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 ======November 29, 1967====== ======November 29, 1967======
  
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 The AFL announced that, in the event of a tie between the Raiders and [[Chargers]] at the end of the regular season, a playoff game would be scheduled for December 31 in Oakland. The AFL announced that, in the event of a tie between the Raiders and [[Chargers]] at the end of the regular season, a playoff game would be scheduled for December 31 in Oakland.
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 +|[[november-28-1967|< Nov 28, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-3-1967|Dec 3, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 1, 1967====== ======December 1, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Chargers]], 41-21, in San Diego. The Raiders beat the [[Chargers]], 41-21, in San Diego.
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 ======December 4, 1967====== ======December 4, 1967======
  
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 Raiders quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]] was named Associated Press AFL Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Chargers]] on the 3rd. Raiders quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]] was named Associated Press AFL Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Chargers]] on the 3rd.
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 +|[[december-3-1967|< Dec 3, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-10-1967|Dec 10, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 7, 1967====== ======December 7, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Titans|Oilers]], 19-7, in Houston, and with the [[Chargers]]' loss to [[Dolphins|Miami]], clinched their first-ever AFL Western Division title with two games to play. The Raiders beat the [[Titans|Oilers]], 19-7, in Houston, and with the [[Chargers]]' loss to [[Dolphins|Miami]], clinched their first-ever AFL Western Division title with two games to play.
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 +|[[december-6-1967|< Dec 6, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-13-1967|Dec 13, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 11, 1967====== ======December 11, 1967======
  
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 Pro football commissioner Pete Rozelle announced that the college draft would take place on January 30 and that the AFL expansion draft to stock the new Cincinnati Bengals would happen on January 15. The Bengals would be allowed to pick five players from each AFL team, except the [[Dolphins]]. Each AFL team would be allowed to freeze 29 players that had been listed on their opening day roster. Pro football commissioner Pete Rozelle announced that the college draft would take place on January 30 and that the AFL expansion draft to stock the new Cincinnati Bengals would happen on January 15. The Bengals would be allowed to pick five players from each AFL team, except the [[Dolphins]]. Each AFL team would be allowed to freeze 29 players that had been listed on their opening day roster.
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 +|[[december-10-1967|< Dec 10, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-14-1967|Dec 14, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 14, 1967====== ======December 14, 1967======
  
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 Placekicker [[George Blanda]] was named Associated Press AFL Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Titans|Oilers]] on the 10th. Placekicker [[George Blanda]] was named Associated Press AFL Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the [[Titans|Oilers]] on the 10th.
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 +|[[december-13-1967|< Dec 13, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-17-1967|Dec 17, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 15, 1967====== ======December 15, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Jets]], 38-29, at the Oakland Coliseum. The Raiders beat the [[Jets]], 38-29, at the Oakland Coliseum.
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 +|[[december-14-1967|< Dec 14, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-20-1967|Dec 20, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 18, 1967====== ======December 18, 1967======
  
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 Six more were named to the second team: tackle [[Harry Schuh]], guard [[Wayne Hawkins]], running back [[Hewritt Dixon]], middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]], cornerback [[Willie Brown]], and safety [[Rodger Bird]]. Six more were named to the second team: tackle [[Harry Schuh]], guard [[Wayne Hawkins]], running back [[Hewritt Dixon]], middle linebacker [[Dan Conners]], cornerback [[Willie Brown]], and safety [[Rodger Bird]].
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 +|[[december-17-1967|< Dec 17, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-21-1967|Dec 21, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 21, 1967====== ======December 21, 1967======
  
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 The AFL All-Star Game teams were named, too. Raiders making the Western Division starting squad were Schuh at tackle, [[Wayne Hawkins]] at guard, Otto at center, Lamonica at quarterback, Dixon at fullback, Davidson at defensive end, Keating at defensive tackle, Conners at middle linebacker, and McCloughan at cornerback. The AFL All-Star Game teams were named, too. Raiders making the Western Division starting squad were Schuh at tackle, [[Wayne Hawkins]] at guard, Otto at center, Lamonica at quarterback, Dixon at fullback, Davidson at defensive end, Keating at defensive tackle, Conners at middle linebacker, and McCloughan at cornerback.
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 +|[[december-20-1967|< Dec 20, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-22-1967|Dec 22, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 22, 1967====== ======December 22, 1967======
  
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 The Associated Press named Raiders quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]] their AFL Most Valuable Player. The Associated Press named Raiders quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]] their AFL Most Valuable Player.
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 ======December 23, 1967====== ======December 23, 1967======
  
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 The [[Titans|Oilers]] beat the [[Dolphins]], giving them the AFL Eastern Division crown and setting up a meeting with the Raiders in Oakland on the 31st for the AFL championship. The [[Titans|Oilers]] beat the [[Dolphins]], giving them the AFL Eastern Division crown and setting up a meeting with the Raiders in Oakland on the 31st for the AFL championship.
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 +|[[december-22-1967|< Dec 22, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-24-1967|Dec 24, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 24, 1967====== ======December 24, 1967======
  
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 The Raiders beat the [[Bills]], 28-21, in Oakland to close the regular season. The win gave the Raiders a 13-1-0 record, the best finish in AFL history. The Raiders beat the [[Bills]], 28-21, in Oakland to close the regular season. The win gave the Raiders a 13-1-0 record, the best finish in AFL history.
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 +|[[december-23-1967|< Dec 23, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-28-1967|Dec 28, 1967 >]]|
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 ======December 25, 1967====== ======December 25, 1967======
  
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 ======December 28, 1967====== ======December 28, 1967======
  
-[[Broncos]] head coach [[Lou Saban]], the coach of the Western Division in this season's AFL All-Star Game added wide receiver [[Fred Biletnikoff]] and placekicker [[George Blanda]] to the roster as reserves.+[[Broncos]] head coach Lou Saban, the coach of the Western Division in this season's AFL All-Star Game added wide receiver [[Fred Biletnikoff]] and placekicker [[George Blanda]] to the roster as reserves. 
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 +|[[december-24-1967|< Dec 24, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-29-1967|Dec 29, 1967 >]]| 
 ======December 29, 1967====== ======December 29, 1967======
  
 ======December 30, 1967====== ======December 30, 1967======
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 +=====News=====
 +
 +The Sporting News named quarterback [[Daryle Lamonica]] the AFL Player of the Year as voted on by the league's players. Along with Lamonica, seven other Raiders were named to the magazine's All-AFL team: guard [[Gene Upshaw]], center [[Jim Otto]], fullback [[Hewritt Dixon]], placekicker [[George Blanda]], defensive end [[Ben Davidson]], defensive tackle [[Tom Keating]], and cornerback [[Kent McCloughan]].
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 +|[[december-28-1967|< Dec 28, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-31-1967|Dec 31, 1967 >]]|
  
 ======December 31, 1967====== ======December 31, 1967======
  
 +=====The Big Story=====
 +
 +In their first trip to the AFL Championship Game, the Raiders thumped the [[Titans|Oilers]], 40-7, earning the team a shot at the NFL champion Packers in Super Bowl II in Miami on January 14. It was the Raiders' first ever appearance in a post-season game and marked the beginning of a nearly 20-year run as one of pro football's elite franchises.
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 +|[[december-30-1967|< Dec 30, 1967]]|      |[[1967_calendar|Back to Calendar]]|      |[[december-31-1967|Dec 31, 1967 >]]|
  
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