PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : New Rushers but Same Plays

Although their rushing game had been geared toward big back Nick Bell in recent weeks, the Raiders don’t plan major changes now that he is out because of broken ribs.

“It’s a big loss for us,” Coach Art Shell said, “But the running plays we’re running are basically the same plays we were running with Marcus (Allen) and Roger (Craig). (Bell) was just a different type runner. He ran with quickness, but he ran with power.”

The Raiders, who have a bye this weekend, moved Allen, out since the opener because of strained knee ligaments, to the practice squad in preparation for his return to the active roster next week.