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"Can you do one on Ben Rthsxsslssbrrrgrrr? Like how he's the face of the franchise and now when you hear "Steelers" you think of a guy walking up to an unexpecting woman with his hee-haw out saying "It's OK"....and just think of the fun fans are going to have when he takes the field! I can see the signs now."
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"There is going to come a time where we’re going to be obligated to keep making changes in terms of offensive personnel and they’re going to get the opportunity to head to [Triple-A] Norfolk and hone their swings because they’re not doing anything to help us now," said MacPhail. "I would say there isn’t a great deal of time left before they have to start doing more than what they’re doing now. I’m not staying with them forever. It’s not a suicide pact. They either have to start performing or they’ll go to Norfolk."
http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/sports/orioles/blog/2010/05/macphail_puts_hitters_on_notic.html
He means it. Good for McPhail.
Now...follow through.
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The Ravens were 9-7 last year.
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This is a put-up or shut-up season for Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco.
...Flacco played well enough in his debut season to help -- but not truly lead -- the Ravens to an 11-5 regular-season record and a spot in the AFC title game.....
During his second season, Flacco showed some improvement in two areas -- passing yards (3,613) and touchdown passes (21). But both marks left him muddled among mediocrity again. He threw 12 interceptions for the second consecutive season and was sacked a total of 36 times behind a relatively solid Ravens offensive line.
...With the addition of Boldin, Dickson and Pitta to the roster, while retaining both Rice and Willis McGahee to keep the rushing attack strong, the Ravens have set Flacco up for success. So his performance in 2010 will tell us a lot about whether he's truly on the path to becoming one of the NFL's elite signal-callers -- or merely a competent one
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/Ravens-Joe-Flacco-has-no-more-excuses-5210
Everything is setting up perfectly for Joe to have a break out season.
I see it happening.
This is his 3rd year plus it's his 3rd year with the same OC and system.
The O line is maturing and should be very solid this year.
Joe has a great running game.
And last but not least...he has legit targets to throw to. Lots of them.
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Can I coach?
Certainly.
And I...with my sensitive hands and compassionate nature, shall run the training tables.
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Yardwork! Weiters.
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"We might have to dedicate a forum to follow these incredibly brave and talented young women."
the self-described "girly girls" — most in full makeup as well — trained like guys on the artificial turf field at 1st Mariner Arena where the tryouts were held.They ran the 40-yard dash and tackled a training bag to the ground. They ran and caught a football in a running-back drill before ramming their bodies into two training bags — some so hard they were thrown to the ground.
When the women missed the ball or their performance wasn't up to par, punishment was a firm lecture and a lap around the field.
"This is not a cheerleading camp," Mitchell S. Mortaza, founder of the lingerie league, screamed at one point.
About 70 people tried out for the Baltimore Charm Sunday. It will be the newest in the 10-team Lingerie Football League — which gets both sneers and cheers for its racy nature.
http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/bs-md-lingerie-football-tryouts-20100502,0,377292.story
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"Well...as long as these guys aren't gay I guess the sheep is ok."
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I watched all 3 games and besides really enjoying it, I was very happy for the hard core, loyal Orioles fans and for the players because they've been through hell.
Let's see what happens tonight against the Stankees.
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Dear Red Sox Nation,
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I hear his staff is using Google.
All they have to do is type in the height and weight of the player they want and "Presto!"...they have the guy they want.
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Bart wasn't even blocked while Kindel did beat his man.
You know how the refs are...that hit by Kindel would be flagged for 'helmit to helmit'. He will have to learn how to avoid the roughing the passer penalties in the NFL because his hard hitting stle will draw attention. It's a shame really...the league rules try to stop talent like this from wreaking havoc.
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Max, you have to take into account that the pass rush will be improved with Kindle and Redding in the mix and Kruger entering his second year.
Yea...and that looks good on paper...and 'on paper' could make a big difference...but we won't know until week 1 will we?
Something tells me Kindel will contribute right away. That same voice says Suggs will have a Pro Bowl season so a lot of QB's will be on their ass and that is all good for the secondary.
Now...Food for Thought..."If"...they can get Cody in solid condition and game shape (where he can take on and occupy 2 interior linemen)......he and Ngata could do stunts and slants in the middle to free up Ngata and collapse the middle. Push the pocket. Nobody can handle Ngata 1 on 1. Cody can make that happen but he's a year or 2 away from being like a Sam Adams...but the potential is there.
A great pass rush can happen but there are 2 rookies to bring along and develop for that to happen. So the question is...How soon?
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Good read from the Ravens website...
Last year, it was a common occurrence to see Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco drop back from center and look first to wideout Derrick Mason. But if Mason was covered, the next read was often a dump-off to running back Ray Rice.That’s not likely to be the case moving forward.
Heading into the 2010 campaign, the Ravens might have the biggest collection of weapons in franchise history.
“Hopefully, that forces us to throw the ball more, because if you have weapons, you have to use them,” Flacco said with a laugh. “I’m pretty excited about it. I think we’ve got a few guys on the outside that can put some fear in some defenses.
“I think it’s going to be a great benefit to us, having so many guys that can come in and contribute.”
http://www.baltimoreravens.com/News/Articles/2010/04/Offensive_Weapons_About_for_Flacco.aspx
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My "Big Picture/Purple Koolaid outlook on this is....
1. Corner is the only team weakness on a loaded 2010 Ravens team. They made the playoffs with the same CB's and a weak pass rush. It's a stronger pass rushing unit (on paper) for this season.
2. Last year, Joe Flacco had only 1 WR and a RB who caught everything. Now he has a bevy of weapons to throw too..,..besides more points, that should mean moving the chains and increased time of possesion. Less time for the D to be on the field.
The downside: I don't think the Ravens can win a Super Bowl with these corners.
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I thought my anxiety was gone...but it's not...
As it stands, nobody will run on the Ravens....just plain stupid...futile.
No...no.....they'll just throw all day at their corners!
It's obvious.
It will take an opposing OC all of 5 seconds to make this gameplan.
"Let's see here...Ngata, Gregg, Mt Cody, Ray Lewis, Johnson....no...no...not that way...OH!..."We've been talking about this all off season because a serious weakness has not been addressed.
CB.
The 2010 roster is almost set as far as who the Ravens have assembled for camp.
So Ozzie add's an ageing vet...the guy isn't playing elsewhere because he's not starting material.
I don't see a solid corner who can help Foxworth. Foxworth played better as the year progressed. I don't think the team can count on Webb...he's the reason the coverage got better. He probably won't be able to return to his 2009 form until 2011....but he could be an upgrade over whoever is in his place when he returns around mid season.
Ed Reed can't cover the whole field but he will shut down some of it and get his INT's.
But that's 2 guys...you need 3-4. Definately 3 if you want to go somewhere.
The only counter the Ravens have is to rush 4 and drop everybody else back.
They have to hope Suggs returns 110% motivated and hungry. That Kindle will provide instant QB pressure. That the guys who are healthy and can play CB, play like they never have before...meaning way better!
They have to thank God that there are not as many Elite QB's to face like last year.
And finally...that this loaded offense puts up tons of points because the D will get burned by the better passing attacks.
Do you think that will be enough to get the Ravens deep into the playoffs? Where they will definately meet and greet some Elite QB's and WR's?
Believe me...I love this 2010 roster. It's loaded...but Achilles had his heel and the secondary is the Ravens.
We'll have our share of nail biters this year.
"Don't worry max...we got the teams back."
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So one of my co-workers told me today that a friend told him that there were rumors about .....
It's one thing if John Clayton or Mort report a rumor...I might give it some credibility...but not "co-workers told me today that a friend told him".
Anyway...Gaither is a Raven for 2010. It's too late for him to go anywhere....no teams took the 1st round bait which should help Ozzie in his attempt to sign him to a fair, long term contract.
I can understand fans wanting a CB like Asomugha...then the Ravens are definately Super Bowl bound.
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I don't see anything derogatory about that statement.
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Welcome ScottishRaven!
"Your choice reflects a deep wisdom inside."
The Ravens are loaded and ready to hunt this year....and you are right about the home game atmosphere...we go all out and have a blast. We have the 1st or 2nd best home field record.
Look forward to seeing you post this year.
"I know our beer might not be as good as yours but...have a brew...it's free."
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At the end of Thursday Night I was worried because I thought of the 2004 draft when the Ravens did not have a 1st round pick.
It was the worst draft in their history.
2004 Ravens Draft:
1 Traded pick to NE for Pats 2003 1st-round selection (19th overall) for (QB) Kyle Boller
2 51 Dwan Edwards DT Oregon State
3 82 Devard Darling WR Washington State
4 Traded pick to Jacksonville for WR Kevin Johnson
5 153 Roderick Green OLB Central Missouri State
6 187 Josh Harris QB Bowling Green
6 199 Clarence Moore WR Northern Arizona
7 244 Derek Abney, compensatory WR/RS Kentucky
7 246 Brian Rimpf, compensatory
I also thought of the great picks they had in the mid+20's...Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Michael Oher...even Todd Heap at 31.
I struggled to remember any 2nd round success they have had. Ray Rice is the only hit IMO.
Yet I felt it was the best move Ozzie could make in a deep draft. They needed those 2nd, 3rd, and 4th round picks to rejuvinate this roster.
And rejuvinate they did.
The D Front 7 is beginning to age but not anymore. Nobody will run on this group. Trying to run up the middle against Ngata, Cody and Ray is as stupid as intentionally smashing your finger with a hammer. With Suggs and Kendel comming off the edges it's 'pick your poison' on who to double team. Their speed will seal the edges and Kendel can bring a man down fast.
I think they will take time developing and working Cody into the mix because there is no pressing need with Gregg, Pryce and Redding available.
As for not getting the CB help they need...they were never in the right place to pick a good one. Just the way the cards fell. Why waste a pick on a longshot/stretch?
Ozzie put it straight by saying.
"I think how you affect the passer is you have to get after the passer and I think Sergio can do that,” Newsome said. “We feel good about it, because if you hit the quarterback and you hit him enough times you don’t have to be as good in the secondary.”
Joe Flacco has two big targets to add to Bouldin, Heap, Stallworth and Mason...getting David Reed just might turn into a great slot receiver. Weapons...Viable Options...when's the last time we've seen this Ravens fans?
Ozzie's done a great job this off season. He's delivered the goods.
It's up to the coaches to develop them and utilize them properly. I think the coaching staff is great so this is going to be one loaded team in 2010.
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3 months til camp starts!!!
"...and we can't wait to meet you crav after all the nice things you said about us."
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The most frustrating/funny thing was trying to explain to some of my football-ignorant friends what a draft was, and why I needed three days off to watch it. Turns out it's an impossible feat... you're either "in the know" or you're not when it comes to draft-importance. Kind've like explaining fantasy football to people who not only haven't played fantasy, but don't even watch sports.
I hear you Spear. I don't care if others understand...it's the one non-serious/fun thing/ hobby I have in a very busy life.
I love football
That's why we hang out here..."We Know"...We're Extreme...
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lol! McLaughlin single handedly beat Maryland. Love the hair-do.
Can't have enough animals on the roster....
Nice!
in Baltimore Ravens
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and the facelift continues...
Also nice...
http://www.baltimoreravens.com/media_library/Videos/2010/05/com_Exclusive_Spring_Fling_Day_3_PM_Photo_Shoots.aspx?id=c7a8b6cbf0934c5985af916ef1477c29