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Sounds good! I LIKE HIS ATTITUDE!!!http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bs-sp-ravens-rookie-minicamp-0515-20140514,0,969094.story
As a senior last season, Hurst was projected by draft analysts to land in either the second or third round, until he got hurt. Because of the injury, Hurst could not play in the Senior Bowl or participate in the NFL scouting combine. And he still wasn't 100 percent by his pro day workout this spring.
If not for that unfortunate set of circumstances, Hurst probably would have been drafted instead of being signed to a free-agent deal by the Ravens this week.
The 6-foot-5 300-pound player chose the Ravens over 17 competing offers, largely because the Ravens didn't draft an offensive tackle. Now, Hurst is set to practice with no restrictions at the Ravens' rookie minicamp Friday and Saturday. He's scheduled to play left tackle initially, with the idea that he'll eventually compete at right tackle against 2013 fifth-round pick Rick Wagner.
"Obviously, this is a great opportunity," Hurst said during a telephone interview after signing with the Ravens. "Not being drafted was a disappointment, but signing with a great organization is very exciting. It's all new and I'm learning a lot. It's pretty awesome.
"My leg feels great. I'm finally 100percent now. I'm really moving around well, and I'm doing everything and I'm not limited. I think that surprised some people. I'm excited to just keep getting better."
Before the injury, Hurst had a run of success from his days as a blue-chip recruit growing up in Indianapolis who chose to attend North Carolina after receiving scholarship offers from Alabama, Notre Dame, Florida and Georgia.
Hurst became the starting left tackle by the second game of his true freshman season, earning freshman All-America honors. He started a school-record 49 games and was named to the All-Atlantic Coast Conference first team the past two years.
"I got a lot of experience, specifically from having two different coaching staffs with two different offenses," Hurst said. "That helped me grow my blocking skills and take to an offense more readily and different coaching styles. I'm just trying to use that to my advantage now as I try to learn the Ravens' playbook. I pride myself on my footwork, having good feet and just try to get into a good blocking position."
Hurst's draft stock probably reached its peak when he effectively blocked South Carolina star defensive end Jadeveon Clowney last August.
Hurst held his own against Clowney, reacting quickly to counteract the pass-rushing moves of the eventual top overall pick of the Houston Texans and limited him to three tackles and zero sacks.
Hurst said his confidence got a major boost from his performance against Clowney.
"I think that game meant a lot with Clowney being such a talent and such a good player," Hurst said. "It gave me an opportunity to show teams what I can do and that I can compete with people like that. It showed me what I needed to work to get comfortable in my pass blocking set. It was kind of a preview of the kind of athletes you'll face in the NFL."
Hurst said the injury was definitely a frustrating experience, but emphasized that he's learned a lot from the adversity he went through.
"Looking back, it is a disappointment, but there's nothing you can do about an injury like that," he said. "It was a speed bump. I'm where I'm at right now and I think this is a great situation from what I understand about the opportunity at tackle. No matter what, you still have to make the team whether you were a draft pick or if you go undrafted like me."
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Sounds good! I LIKE HIS ATTITUDE!!!http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bs-sp-ravens-rookie-minicamp-0515-20140514,0,969094.story
As a senior last season, Hurst was projected by draft analysts to land in either the second or third round, until he got hurt. Because of the injury, Hurst could not play in the Senior Bowl or participate in the NFL scouting combine. And he still wasn't 100 percent by his pro day workout this spring.
If not for that unfortunate set of circumstances, Hurst probably would have been drafted instead of being signed to a free-agent deal by the Ravens this week.
The 6-foot-5 300-pound player chose the Ravens over 17 competing offers, largely because the Ravens didn't draft an offensive tackle. Now, Hurst is set to practice with no restrictions at the Ravens' rookie minicamp Friday and Saturday. He's scheduled to play left tackle initially, with the idea that he'll eventually compete at right tackle against 2013 fifth-round pick Rick Wagner.
"Obviously, this is a great opportunity," Hurst said during a telephone interview after signing with the Ravens. "Not being drafted was a disappointment, but signing with a great organization is very exciting. It's all new and I'm learning a lot. It's pretty awesome.
"My leg feels great. I'm finally 100percent now. I'm really moving around well, and I'm doing everything and I'm not limited. I think that surprised some people. I'm excited to just keep getting better."
Before the injury, Hurst had a run of success from his days as a blue-chip recruit growing up in Indianapolis who chose to attend North Carolina after receiving scholarship offers from Alabama, Notre Dame, Florida and Georgia.
Hurst became the starting left tackle by the second game of his true freshman season, earning freshman All-America honors. He started a school-record 49 games and was named to the All-Atlantic Coast Conference first team the past two years.
"I got a lot of experience, specifically from having two different coaching staffs with two different offenses," Hurst said. "That helped me grow my blocking skills and take to an offense more readily and different coaching styles. I'm just trying to use that to my advantage now as I try to learn the Ravens' playbook. I pride myself on my footwork, having good feet and just try to get into a good blocking position."
Hurst's draft stock probably reached its peak when he effectively blocked South Carolina star defensive end Jadeveon Clowney last August.
Hurst held his own against Clowney, reacting quickly to counteract the pass-rushing moves of the eventual top overall pick of the Houston Texans and limited him to three tackles and zero sacks.
Hurst said his confidence got a major boost from his performance against Clowney.
"I think that game meant a lot with Clowney being such a talent and such a good player," Hurst said. "It gave me an opportunity to show teams what I can do and that I can compete with people like that. It showed me what I needed to work to get comfortable in my pass blocking set. It was kind of a preview of the kind of athletes you'll face in the NFL."
Hurst said the injury was definitely a frustrating experience, but emphasized that he's learned a lot from the adversity he went through.
"Looking back, it is a disappointment, but there's nothing you can do about an injury like that," he said. "It was a speed bump. I'm where I'm at right now and I think this is a great situation from what I understand about the opportunity at tackle. No matter what, you still have to make the team whether you were a draft pick or if you go undrafted like me."
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I think so.
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If we were going to bring in a jerry Rice family member, I would've preferred the cousin Jordan Matthews. But I have to agree with Steel on this, pub stunt. It doesn't hurt us any but a pub stunt nonetheless.
Maybe he'll drink the magic Rice formula like in a Disney movie. Grow to 6'3" and sprout his dad's skills.
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Cravn, my bad
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If we move up,it's going to cost us. I think they drafted their way. The ravens don't like to draft for need and miss out on what they perceive as a better player. They felt CJ was top ten. Gotta take him. Had you been in charge Craven, you would've taken Benjamin and if you had Ozzie's track record and two Super Bowls as GM, I would be behind it. But as I said, everyone won't agree
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I agree. Here's a question, what about Furstenburg? Had speed from what I rememberDidn't the Ravens pickup Laquan too? I see a max of 6 WR's on the roster with 4 basically guaranteed (Torrey,Jones,Smith,Brown) with the other guys fighting for the two spots. If injuries happen elsewhere they're going to have to rob from those roster spots. I'm guessing we'll carry 3 TE's.
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3 receiver sets will be Torrey and Jacoby outside and Steve in the slot. I think they will look at Marlon on the outside more than last yr. I think they will take a long look at Mellette and try. Thompson outside because he doesn't seem to have the route discipline for the slot.
Campanaro is destined for slot duty but he'll need to flash quickly.
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I believe in this draft. I had dreams of Ha Ha in Purple. I also thought we would get a wideout early or west. Once Martin was gone, I wasn't pressed about OT because didn't think there were any plug and play guys left.
I think the first 3 picks were guys who could be very good value and play a lot early.
The one that was odd to me was the TE. I think they were sure they were getting west and just couldn't find anyone they valued at that spot
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We need to stop caring about what they do. His life. I would prefer bedroom stuff stay there. This stuff energizes the gay community. That's fine. It will fade when we all stop paying attention and just worry about his play. There's nothing for anyone to rail against or rally behind if the majority lets them go about their business and don't make it a conversation.
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In glossing over this board and some other groups I'm part of I come to one conclusion. Not everyone could be satisfied no matter who we drafted. It would've taken 14 picks, 2 in each round to satisfy a majority.
Fact is, it's not your draft. It's theirs and they'll pick how they want, not how we want.
Look you can criticize and disagree. It's our right. But in the end, don't get too bent. Don't complain so long that you can't appreciate what we have in Bmore. We had a playoff less season. Not usual in Bmore lately. But the bottom didn't fall out and this draft can't be proven a failure that will sink us until we see it happen.
They won't always pick the players you want them to. Just the way it is.
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In glossing over this board and some other groups I'm part of I come to one conclusion. Not everyone could be satisfied no matter who we drafted. It would've taken 14 picks, 2 in each round to satisfy a majority.
Fact is, it's not your draft. It's theirs and they'll pick how they want, not how we want.
Look you can criticize and disagree. It's our right. But in the end, don't get too bent. Don't complain so long that you can't appreciate what we have in Bmore. We had a playoff less season. Not usual in Bmore lately. But the bottom didn't fall out and this draft can't be proven a failure that will sink us until we see it happen.
They won't always pick the players you want them to. Just the way it is.
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In glossing over this board and some other groups I'm part of I come to one conclusion. Not everyone could be satisfied no matter who we drafted. It would've taken 14 picks, 2 in each round to satisfy a majority.
Fact is, it's not your draft. It's theirs and they'll pick how they want, not how we want.
Look you can criticize and disagree. It's our right. But in the end, don't get too bent. Don't complain so long that you can't appreciate what we have in Bmore. We had a playoff less season. Not usual in Bmore lately. But the bottom didn't fall out and this draft can't be proven a failure that will sink us until we see it happen.
They won't always pick the players you want them to. Just the way it is.
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In glossing over this board and some other groups I'm part of I come to one conclusion. Not everyone could be satisfied no matter who we drafted. It would've taken 14 picks, 2 in each round to satisfy a majority.
Fact is, it's not your draft. It's theirs and they'll pick how they want, not how we want.
Look you can criticize and disagree. It's our right. But in the end, don't get too bent. Don't complain so long that you can't appreciate what we have in Bmore. We had a playoff less season. Not usual in Bmore lately. But the bottom didn't fall out and this draft can't be proven a failure that will sink us until we see it happen.
They won't always pick the players you want them to. Just the way it is.
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You got that right Tornado. Defense is the Raven way.Defense wins championships and that's the Raven way. I think these "professionals" know a little bit more about these picks than all of us fans put together. In this very competitive AFCN, defense is what wins and brings conference cahampions. All in all, I like this draft. B
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Ha Ha and Pryor were the name guys. But the Ravens felt like Mosely was a top ten pick, falling to them at 17 was a windfall in their eyes. Then Terence Smith was a 2nd round rated player and the fastest Free Safety in this draft plus he's a former corner and has cover skills.
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Say that if you like. But if you find out different and I believe you will, just jump on and enjoy the ride. Our guys do this and we are fans. I think they know better and believe In them. We like the names we know. They know all their secrets and why they're risks
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I didn't want Stevie T-shirt Johnson
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As far as what we drafted, let's see them on the field before we write them off.
Alls forgiven if we are winnin'
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I'm ok with it. It was BPA and you got it right, other teams left good defenders on the board for chasing all the offensive talent. The Best Players Available became defenders. We didn't reach for guys and let's face it, all of these wide outs won't make it in this league for one reason or another. There will be some studs but plenty of duds.
I think we did want West but it may have been best not to get him. The pressure to succeed at home may have been too much.
Lastly, after Martin, I'm not sure there was a RT better than we already have or could sign later (Winston). The Oline was horrible last yr but with a different center (Zutta), healthy KO, and a simplified Zone scheme , we should be better. Now I valued Oher but he had a bad yr so Wagner may have a better one than he did last yr.
We will see how it goes but I'm good with it. We don't really do it flashy in Bmore. I trust Ozzie and crew. We are solidified on D for the future. We will be younger but experienced over the next few yrs. We will hit the offense more next yr and I expect to see Mellette make us feel okay about not drafting a WR in the first 3 rounds.
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I'm ok with it. Means they didn't value the FS that were available. The one they want is still out there. All the Tackles they valued at 17 were gone. So without a trade down partner, the best on the board was Mosely. I'm good with it
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So Ha Ha or Calvin? I got Ha Ha if we go Safety. Or RT and go with Zack
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One of the safeties is going to be there.
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Surprises abound! Manziel is falling
Campanaro goes from Ravens fan to player
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I will side with Ozzie and his results. I understand you guys questions. I thought for sure that we'd draft an OT but when we didn't, I assumed that they were good with it. It's reported that Hurst was a projected 3rd or 4th rounder before injury. So that's the competition. It's not as if we haven't succeeded when we seemingly had a hole before. I think it's going to work out. I could be wrong. Last yr I thought we would be division winners.