Tornado700

Yes, lack of urgency is obvious. Ravens have shown none until the very end of the game. No emotion or enthusiasm either. Coach Harbaugh's worst year yet. Can they turn it around? Yes, they've done it before. Are the playoffs possible? Only if we go 7-2. Likely? NO. This epitomizes how important each game is. We have lost our last 3 games by a total of 8 points. Not the Ravens we are used to seeing.

All 3 weeks- losses. I am not questioning whether Bis keeps him or not because his record speaks for itself. But, if not for these four coaching blunders in the last three games, Ravens might have won, at least two, maybe all three.

I fully expected to win this game. I now anticipate the inevitable. 7-9 or 8-8 and no playoffs. This team has major major problems. There is enough blame to go around, from the head coach down to the waterboy. Everybody has contributed.

Once again, my optimism is way off. Earlier, I wrote that this team is more talented than last years team- on paper. Wrong on that one too. I have come to the realization that we are an 8-8 team at best. It happens throughout the league and it is what it is.

I expect a better offensive performance today, especially from the Oline and tailbacks. Let's go Ravens. Harbaugh teams seldom lose back to back.

Ravens 20- Pittsburgh 10.

If I remember correctly, the Ravens have lost to teams we should have beaten every single year we made the playoffs. What makes you think this won't happen again ? Do you honestly believe that our offensive line will stink the rest of the year? Explain why if your answer is yes.

"Keys to this game" 1. Keep the pressure on Ben throughout the WHOLE game. Watch for him to try to beat our defense the way Rogers did in the second half-rollout of the pocket, 2. Secondary has to pick it up. 3.O-line must be better than they have shown so far. 4. Running backs must hit the hole without hesitation. 5. Keep Joe upright.

For the Ravens to get to the playoffs, it is imperative that we beat the teams that we should beat. Sorry, but the Steelers are 1-4 which makes them not very good. We have to sweep them this year. It starts this Sunday @ 4:25 EST.

Seriously?

Something tells me a very pissed off Raven team is coming to Pittsburgh this Sunday. Especially this offensive line. Also, I would not be surprised if we pitch a shut out.

I agree with you Oldschool, in that this problem has to be fixed now, as in THIS week.

I'll take your jersey since you're throwing it away. What's the number? As for me, I'm keeping mine.

I couldn't agree more. Fix this Oline, and they will real soon, and this is a damn good football team.

Every first half was bad except the Houston game.

The answer is I don't really know. I think it's a combination of poor blocking technique and poor running. Ray just looks like he is lost and doesn't have it so far. He's much better than he is showing. Both problems need to be fixed now. Can they? Absolutely.

Look, I'm Harbaugh's biggest fan. I just vehemetly disagree with his play calling today. HE had a bad game. I also agree with many of you here that our O line is atrocious. It's offensive. But, I also believe that there is something going on with Ray Rice. He just doesn't seem to have it like yesteryear. Without a decent running game, the Ravens are going nowhere fast. These are the things that must be fixed and now. Advice to Coach Harbs. When you can't run the football, take the sure 3 points. Time to move on to the Steelers.

I don't know about Crav'n, but I just did. See thread # 7. It explains EXACTLY why it's the coaches fault.

You gotta be kidding me. Joe lost this? 2 td's, no interceptions? And Harbaugh didn't lose it? OK Crave, I'll play your game and prove it. # 1.) Points are premium in the NFL, especially when you are down just 3-0. On 4th down, after trying 3 times to run it in and failing, you GO for the sure 3 pts. 3 to 0 Pack, instead of 3 to 3. #2.) End of the first half. Ravens deep in their own territory with 12 seconds to go. TAKE A FREAKIN' knee! BTW, didn't the same thing happen to Flacco and Harbaugh down in MiamI? Didn't Harbaugh say that that was a mistake? So what does the offense do? The same exact thing. The ball is stripped on an identical play, fumbled this time, recovered my Green Bay with 2 seconds left on the clock. A chip shot and the Packers go into halftime with a 6-0 lead, instead of tied at 3 to 3. Ravens outscored them 17 to 13 in the second half and should have won this 20 to 16. This was all on the coach. I call them like I see them.

Good point.

Yeah, I keep hearing that the Raven offense i still trying "to find their identity". I respectfully disagree. They simply lack the talent. Ray Rice is also hurting us with his non-productivity. You HAVE to have a running game.

Ravens gave away 6 points. They should have won 20-16. Inexcusable.

Tony will be pretty happy there being on the sidelines in Baltimore.

My only concern is- does the nature of these threats get into Ray's head. I hope not.

I am not overly concerned. Maybe he is in a funk, but all players go through it, regardless of the sport. He'll be just fine. I am sure of it.