Rebuilding is a dirty word to Al Davis. He wants to win now, forever and always, regardless of logic. Calvin Johnson is the ultimate Raiders pick, a physical freak who can stretch the field. I've believed that they will draft him first and this news supports my case. He's a safer pick than Russell and he's more likely to help in 2007-2008 seasons. Davis may not have many more years by the looks of things.

There are three veteran quarterbacks with experience currently available that could fit in Oakland: David Carr, Daunte Culpepper, and Trent Green. I would bet that Oakland's Week 1 starter comes from that group. Remember this is a franchise that preferred starting Aaron Brooks last season instead drafting a rookie like Jay Cutler or Matt Leinart.

Kansas City won't trade Green to Oakland, but the Raiders could pursue him if cut. If the Chiefs deal Green to Miami, that would free up Culpepper to move to Oakland. David Carr isn't a great option, but he's an upgrade over the Brooks/Andrew Walter duo last year.

If Russell gets past Oakland, Cleveland will be able to choose either Russell or Brady Quinn as their quarterback of the future with the third pick. The remaining signal caller probably wouldn't get past Minnesota and Miami.

The choice will be Al Davis'. If history is any judge, he'll go against conventional wisdom.