Episodes
Chat Sports and Raiders Report Host Mitchell Renz joins Fallon Smith on Keeping it 300 to talk all things Raiders. He grades the Raiders 2020 free agent class, weighs in on how Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden should approach the upcoming NFL draft, and discusses what expectations for the 2020 season should be for the Silver and Black. That and much more. Blue Wire wants to thank our sponsor Bet Online. Visit BetOnline.ag and use the promo code “bluewire” for a 100% welcome bonus.
Published 03/23/20
In this Bonus Episode of Keeping it 300, Fallon Smith recaps and breaks down all the Raiders 2020 free agent signings so far. With the new additions to the roster, how should the Raiders attack the draft? Thanks to our sponsor BetOnline.ag.
Published 03/21/20
The NFL announced all public events for the 2020 NFL Draft in Las Vegas have been canceled amid COVID-19 concerns, Fallon and James weigh in on the news. The Raiders sign free agent ILB Nick Kwiatkoski, why this is a great acquisition, but not long term solution in the middle. How DeAndre Hopkins getting traded to the Cardinals impacts who will be available to the Raiders in the first round of the draft. Fallon and James react to the players approving the new CBA. That and much more...
Published 03/16/20
Raiders Defensive End "Mad" Maxx Crosby returns to Keeping it 300. He discusses what he took away from his rookie season, why Derek Carr isn't the problem, why the defense must improve, who he would like to see the Raiders target in Free Agency and the Draft, his excitement playing for Rod Marinelli and much more. Plus, Fallon and James weigh in on the latest Raiders News and Rumors. Would QB Marcus Mariota make sense in Silver & Black? Why releasing Tahir Whitehead was the right move....
Published 03/10/20
On this week's episode of Keeping it 300, Fallon and James discuss the Raiders dream draft prospects following the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine.  James gives a unique strategy he hopes the Raiders use in the first round. Plus the two react to comments Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden made about QB Derek Carr.  They also discuss the latest Raiders news and rumors.  Thanks to our sponsor BETONLINE. Visit BETONLINE.ag and use the promo code: BLUEWIRE (ALL ONE WORD) for your 50% Sign up Bonus!
Published 03/02/20
On this week's episode of Keeping it 300 Fallon discusses the latest Raiders news and answers mailbag questions from Raider Nation which includes questions regarding trade rumors, free agency, the draft, and expectations for the 2020 season. Blue Wire would like to thank our sponsor Bet Online. Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code ​BLUEWIRE​ to receive a 50% welcome bonus with your first deposit.
Published 02/25/20
On this week's episode of Keeping It 300, Fallon and James discuss the latest Raiders news and rumors, they answer Raider Nation's mailbag questions and discuss potential free agent targets. Blue Wire wants to thank our sponsors BetOnline.ag and UNTUCKit.com.
Published 02/12/20
On this week's episode of Keeping it 300, Fallon and James break down Super Bowl LIV. What went wrong for the 49ers? What went right for the Chiefs. How far off are the Raiders from competing for a championship? Reports have surfaced that the Raiders will pursue Tom Brady if the Patriots don't sign him before free agency begins, find out where Fallon and James believe Brady will be playing next season. Plus they discuss NFL Honors night, including Josh Jacobs getting robbed for Offensive...
Published 02/03/20
Super Bowl LIV couldn't feature a more nightmare matchup for Raider Nation, their Bay Area rival 49ers versus their division rival in the Chiefs. Fallon and James debate who the Raiders should be rooting for to win it all. Plus, with Tom Brady becoming a free agent this offseason should the Raiders pursue him? And, Fallon and James answer mailbag questions from Raider Nation.
Published 01/22/20
After taking a week off, Fallon and James are back! On this week's episode of Keeping it 300 they discuss Jon Gruden's decision to fire Defensive Line coach Brentson Buckner to make room for his "buddy" Rod Marinelli. They also react to the PFWA Rookie Awards which included Raiders Running Back Josh Jacobs winning OROY. They voice their displeasure with the Pro Football Hall of Fame leaving Tom Flores and Cliff Branch out once again. With the college football season officially over, Fallon...
Published 01/15/20
Fallon and James discuss the Raiders season finale loss to Denver. They reflect back on the Raiders 2019 campaign and look ahead to the future in Las Vegas. Will Derek Carr be the Raiders starting QB moving forward? They also provide their "too early" predictions for the 2020 season. That and much more. Blue Wire thanks this week's sponsor UNTUCKit. Visit untuckit.com and use the promo code "Blue" for 20% off.
Published 12/30/19
Despite a 7-8 record heading into Week 17, believe it or not, the Raiders still have a chance to make the playoffs. Fallon breaks down what needs to happen for Oakland to clinch the final AFC wild card spot and what the most likely and least likely scenarios are. Fallon also gives her biggest takeaways from the Raiders big win over the Chargers and she looks ahead to the Raiders must win Week 17 matchup in Denver.
Published 12/24/19
Fallon and James breakdown the Raiders soul-crushing yet fitting loss to the Jaguars in what was the final game in Oakland. They discuss the reaction from fans, what the Raiders should do with Derek Carr, and they look ahead to Sunday's game n LA vs the Chargers.
Published 12/17/19
With the Raiders moving to Las Vegas, Sunday will mark the end of an era in Oakland. Fallon reached out to Raider Nation to find out some of their favorite Coliseum memories. Plus, Andrew DiDomenico, a lifelong Raiders fan and season ticket holder who you can find in the first row of the Black Hole, joined Fallon as a special guest to discuss Sunday's final game in Oakland and what he will miss the most about the game day experience at the Coliseum.  That and much more. 
Published 12/13/19
Fallon and James break down the Raiders demoralizing loss to the Tennessee Titans that all but crushed their playoff hopes. They discuss why Raider Nation needs to face reality when it comes to the state of their team. How bad is this Raiders defense? Who's to blame? How far off are the Raiders from realistically making a playoff run? What moves need to be made to do so? They discuss Josh Jacob's shoulder injury and why they should shut him down the rest of the season. It's the end of an...
Published 12/10/19
Fallon and James discuss the Raiders disaster in Kansas City as they let another opportunity slip away. What is wrong with this Raiders offense? What is wrong with Derek Carr? They break down the AFC playoff picture and why Raider Nation should remain optimistic about the future of the Silver and Black. Plus, they look ahead to the Raiders big matchup against the red hot Tennessee Titans. Big thanks to our sponsors Indochino.com, Harrys.com, and Shipstation.com.
Published 12/02/19
On this Week's episode of Keeping it 300, Fallon and James discuss the Raiders disastrous and embarrassing loss to the Jets. What we learned about the Raiders, how their playoff hopes took a hit, how do they bounce back? They look ahead to the AFC West showdown in Kansas City. How do they slow down Patrick Mahomes and Company and why the Raiders need to freeze their footballs.
Published 11/25/19
On this week's episode of Keeping it 300 James and Fallon give their big takeaways from the Raiders too close for comfort win over the Bengals. They discuss "Mad" Maxx Crosby's big four-sack day, how the Raiders rookies continue to roll, how Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden are building a Super Bowl Contender, and they look ahead to the Raiders Week 12 matchup against the Jets. Blue Wire thanks our sponsor for this week, Untuckit. Visit UNTUCKIT.COM and use code BLUE for 20% off at checkout. 
Published 11/18/19
Raiders Safety Erik Harris joins Keeping it 300 this week. He discusses his long journey to the NFL which began as a Division II walk-on, to working at a potato chip factory, to becoming the star on prime time. He also discusses the wild AFC West and why he believes the Raiders can win the division. Why the team isn't reading their press clippings entering their matchup with the winless Bengals, and much more. Blue Wire thanks our sponsors IndoChino, Harry's, and UNTUCKit.
Published 11/13/19
Fallon and James discuss the Raiders thrilling 26-24 win over the Chargers on Thursday Night Football. How the defense set the tone early and ruined Phillip Rivers' night. How Derek Carr engineered his 19th career game winning drive. Also, James Jones officially becomes a member for the Carr family. That and much more.
Published 11/08/19
Fallon and James discuss why all the Derek Carr haters need to take a seat. What they took away from the Raiders win over the Lions. Why Josh Jacobs is the clear front runner for Offensive Rookie of the Year. And they look ahead to the Raiders Thursday Night Football matchup against Phillip Rivers and the Chargers. That and much more! Blue Wire thanks our sponsors for this week, Untuckit and Axios. Visit UNTUCKIT.COM and use code BLUE for 20% off at checkout.  Sign-up at...
Published 11/05/19
Fallon and James discuss the Raiders crushing loss to the Texans, who's to blame? Why Raider Nation shouldn't hit the panic button just yet. After five consecutive games away from home the Raiders are finally back at the Coliseum this week to host the Lions. Fallon and James look ahead to the week 9 matchup. Blue Wire thanks our sponsors for this week, Harry's and ShipStation. Go to Harrys.com/BlueWire for a free trial set featuring a great razor and more, and use promo code Blue at...
Published 10/29/19
Fallon and James give there biggest takeaways from the Raiders blowout loss to the Packers, discuss the Raiders trading former first round Pick CB Gareon Conley to the Texans, and look ahead to the Raiders Week 8 matchup in Houston against their recent trade partner. Blue Wire thanks our partners for this week, Axios and Indochino. Sign-up at Sports.Axios.com for your daily newsletter and go to Indochino.com to get $30 off your total purchase of $399 or more when entering the code BLUEWIRE. 
Published 10/22/19
On this bonus episode of Keeping it 300 Fallon chats with Raiders rookie defensive end, Mad Maxx Crosby. They discuss everything from the challenges of being a rookie, his mindset, playoffs, his future rap career and collaboration with teammate Darren Waller, his special bond with Clelin Ferrell, his relationship with Deuce Gruden, his thoughts on Derek Carr, what it means to be a part of Raider Nation, facing Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, and much much more. Blue Wire thanks our partners...
Published 10/18/19
Fallon and James react to the latest Raiders news and notes. They answer Raider Nation mailbag questions and look ahead to the Raiders Week 7 matchup against the Packers. Since both of his former teams are clashing this week, who does James got in this one? Blue Wire thanks our partners for this week, Shipstation & Roman. Try Shipstation free for 60 days by going to shipstation.com and entering promo code Blue and go to roman.com/bluewire to get a free online visit & free two day...
Published 10/15/19