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With the emergence of Likely, I think that poses plenty of issues for defenses. He runs better than Boyle, so doubling Beastdrews will almost be impossible. Sure, Likely had emerged via linecooks defending him in mostly zone. But he showed great hands, quick feet and the agility to make men miss, break tackles. If they double both or just play match up zone, now the wideouts will be able, in theory, to exploit the coverages. If Lamar can be on time, have time, or see the right reads, this can be a time consuming offense scoring touchdowns instead of field goals. This will force teams to throw into a secondary that is, on paper, very very dangerous. If they stay healthy, this could be a special year...

So with Likley playing so well, I wonder what happens with Kochlar, injury/ir game or ps? I doubt they keep 4 tight ends, right? Six wide outs? 8 offensive linemen? 7 defensive lineman? 6 linebackers? 8 secondary? Ls/punter/Tucker (3) 4 rbs? That is 42, 45 if we count 3 tightends

Good stuff, thanks Max No surprises in this round of cuts, I am sure one or two will end up on the ps

Wow look what Dr Jeckle & Mr Hyde dragged in, good to see you back

I wish they would release Hill, it was a tad windy last night, as usual he couldn't run.... I did like some.of the stunt combos the boy wonder (yes his new nik name) called last night.

Those grades are incomplete, where are the run grades? Outside of Huntley and his scrambles, plus 1 nine yard run by Mcrary, the team could not move the ball on the ground. No one could sustain blocks nor make a hole. Defensively, on 21 carries the Cards only had just under 3 yards per carry. Nice. But they were 8 of 15 on 3rd downs, not very good; granted these are back ups playing with fry cooks.. 12 penalties, more than one of the personal foul varieties, not-not good, berry, berry bad, and is also a culprit with starters in the regular season. Herbs has to put his foot down, eventually.

Yes, he got rolled up on during the Trace touchdown. Nothing serious. All in all a very good outing, players continued to build on their camp & the last game, some hurt but none injured as of now. Would like to see more out of that running game, yards seemed to be hard to come by, ....

Fake game II, Make a few plays, don't get injured

I think they are going to rue the day they skipped over Dean.

Agreed, I thought they reached for him, their claim as the BPA is hoo- hockey, there were other players both in need and talent worthy of 14 above Hamilton.

Yeah, it should be interesting to see the coverages and schemes he uses, can his play calling translate from college to pro?

Just getting the injured back in the secondary would make a huge improvement. Add in who they have plus one or two of the younger players who gained important experience last season because of the injuries and yes, this defense SHOULD, be top 15, maybe even top 10. That is a huge leap, but not an outlandish claim; the talent is there, use them wisely

It's best to work him in slowly with all of the new pieces in the secondary, counting those returning from injury and the new system. I wasn't sold on him from the draft, hope I am wrong..

The Browns will be on the hook for $46 million next year since it was not a full season suspension; ouch you get what you trade for.....

Boy, he still just does not get it. Even if he is innocent, shut up...

Man I cant wait to see this secondary in real action. I hope that they can play up to their potential. This could be the second best secondary in Ravens history, second only to the Starks, McAllister, Reed, Woodson, Harris... Good but cautious news on Lindy, take it slow...

11 games, without pay, (losing only the least amount in his contract) $5 .million... agreed upon... Watson's fine and contributions from both the NFL and Browns of $1 million each will create a fund to support nonprofit organizations in the United States "that educate young people on healthy relationships, promote education and prevention of sexual misconduct and assault, support survivors, and related causes," the NFL said in announcing the settlement. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/34412381/source-cleveland-browns-qb-deshaun-watson-suspended-11-games-fined-5m-settlement-nfl-nflpa

Good to see you back Max, yes Pierce seems determined to rebuild his career. He and Jones are going to be a great run stuffing, pocket collapsing duo...

Watson now willing to accept an 8 game suspension & a $5 million fine.. hmmm

What a nice first half, Jones on the defensive line is getting a constant push on the pocket, shows he runs well too. Likely continues to shine, showing he is no just a practice hero. Stout, if he keeps this up, Koch retiring will be a distant memory

Game Day! Okay, practice game day! Make some plays, most of all stay healthy

Hear me out... yes I know the Ravens don't really have the cap room but hey, they could make room. With no one really stepping up in the middle linebacker position for, well, since Lewis left. Queen has been a big disappointment, even with the move from mike to sam. Bynes has been serviceable, but he is aging and limited. Smith is 25, a good 8 years left in his tank. He tackles very well, strong in run support, covers the middle in pass coverage very well and, he knows how to get to and take down quarterbacks for key sacks. I know, a pipe dream, but a few draft picks, maybe a player, they need tight ends, shoot, toss in Queen if need be... https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/roquan-smith-requests-trade-from-bears-ravens-broncos-among-top-potential-landing-spots-for-all-pro/

Me thinks thou doest protest too much about Lindy...

Someone keep this guy away from the bar. It wasn't windy today so of course Hill ran well...

Good news about JK, this team could use it