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http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bs-sp-preston-column-0307-20170306-story.html

 

 

"I'm not quite sure of what they are doing," said one NFL agent. "They make initial contact and then they disappear like they are in this feeling-out process. They need to remember players aren't dying to play for the Ravens anymore like years ago. Their shine has somewhat faded."

There are other concerns. In years past, the Ravens have cut players or made other moves seven to 10 days before free agency started, so the question is why haven't they cut veterans like cornerback Kyle Arrington ($2.1 million base salary in 2017) and outside linebacker Elvis Dumervil ($6 million) who are no longer major contributors to this team?

Why haven't they renegotiated the contracts of both safety Lardarius Webb and tight end Dennis Pitta, who still have some value but are not worth the $5.5 million each is expected to receive in base salary in 2017?

The Ravens haven't cut or restructured the contract of center Jeremy Zuttah. Does that mean they want him back after a below-average 2016 or will they pursue former New York Jets center Nick Mangold in free agency?

 

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What the agent said is not a good sign for the Ravens.

Use your ER Posters Code Book.

Translated he's says, "I can't get them to roll over and give me the ridiculous money that I want."

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Getting rid of Doom would save $6 mil, $2 mil in dead money, Suggs would save another $1 mil, $5.9 in dead money. Webb is a $7.5 cap hit, so there is either major savings by restructure or $5 mil in savings with a cut, $2mil in dead money.

 

While Pita has a $7.5 mil cap hit and needs to be addressed, getting rid of Watson would also save $3 mil with $1 mil in dead money.

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Use your ER Posters Code Book.

Translated he's says, "I can't get them to roll over and give me the ridiculous money that I want."

You think that the Ravens taking to an agent and then just never getting back is a good thing? Also the shine is off the team. Now the Ravens have to pay market prices for guys they want.

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th_dr_evil.png"Oh well! So much for your argument....

 

 

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that Baltimore is expected to sign the fifth-year safety, who was graded as one of the best safeties in the league last year. That would give the Ravens perhaps the top safety tandem in the NFL......

Contract details have not been reported, but NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport tweeted that Jefferson left “money on the table from the Browns.”

If Jefferson does sign, it’s a huge get for the Ravens, as he is considered one of the best free agents on the market and for sure the top safety.

The Ravens came into the offseason looking to dramatically improve their secondary, and this would go a long way in helping to do that. Jefferson was the sixth-highest graded safety in the NFL last year, per Pro Football Focus. Eric Weddle received the second-highest grade.
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Oh well!.........

 

 

Jefferson was the top safety on the free-agent market, and was highly sought after by multiple teams. He joked that the first day of free agency is cool because a player gets to see what teams are interested. But once he found out Baltimore was in the mix, Jefferson headed that direction.

“My love and passion match this organization,” Jefferson said....

Jefferson reportedly turned down more money with the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets to join Baltimore, though he referred a question about that to his agent. Jefferson's passion for the game superceded money.

“I really came here because I love to win,” he said. “I know this organization, that’s what they want. I’m excited and I look forward to the future.”......

 

 

Looks like the Shine hasn't faded....

 

 

 

“I wanted to come here because I believe in what this organization believes in, and that’s winning,” Woodhead said. “I hated these guys when I was in New England and lost the AFC championship game. Those are the teams you want to play for.”

Woodhead noticed the “Play Like A Raven” mantra on the walls as he walked around the Under Armour Performance Center.

“I want to play like a Raven and I think I’m going to,” he said. “I’m excited to play for this city because it seems like my type of city: go out and work hard, blue collar.”...http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Why-Tony-Jefferson-And-Danny-Woodhead-Chose-The-Ravens/366ad0ea-6e25-42e7-a8d8-e9948047f0c5
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OK when was that?

When wasn't it is more accurate. He has a long history of taking things out of context, blowing smoke to get people to read his stuff. I am not going to dig up the articles, I am sure you remember all the threads on the Ravens nest 2 board years ago discussing him.

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Yup....from a player the Ravens let go...

 

 

Sitting back thinking about all the great moments I've had in Baltimore. Thanks @ravens for giving me the opportunity to pursue my dream. It was a great 8 years in Owings Mills. Thanks for being such a first class organization. Steve, thanks for being a first class owner. You're the real deal!! To Ozzie, thanks for putting your trust in me. To the outstanding staff and coaches around the facility, thank you. To John Harbaugh it's been a wonderful 8! And thanks to all my Ravens Teammates, past and present! Last but not least, thanks to all the true Lardarius Webb fans. Thank you for supporting me. #OhHowILoveBmore #ravensflock #TWO1 #SB47 #JusCallMeDB....http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Lardarius-Webb-Posts-Touching-Goodbye-To-Baltimore/fc496baa-f59d-4133-981b-526eb05ef93e

 

First Class Organization. :gorave:

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