Quotes by Alvis Whitted

“Its a great opportunity for all of us to get out and have some fun and do what were supposed to do here. Were all hoping Jerry comes back healthy.”

“This is a great opportunity for myself and a lot of other young guys who will play Thursday. Were up for the challenge and ready to go out and have fun and showcase what our receivers can do.”

“When I first got to the Raiders, I was like, Wow! This is Jerry Rice. And he came to shake my hand. It just shows what type of person he is. Hes down to earth -- a great person and a great player.”

“Hes done the things that a lot of us are trying to get done. Hes been there. He knows what it takes. He knows the price you have to pay. We need that as a team. We just want to follow that example and get back to where we were in 2002.”

“Oh, sweet. Im glad that we do have a new quarterback. Im sure hell fit right in with what were trying to get done here. Im sure the coaches are excited. From what Ive seen of him play, hes done some great things. Hes very athletic, a mobile quarterback and very intelligent, too. Hes a great fit for us, and were happy to have him.”