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My Opinion: Harbaugh is the Right Guy To Face this Secondary Problem

Bruce — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 03:53:00 +0000

It is horrendous that Dominique Foxworth is out for the year and that the Ravens are beset by all kinds of problems in the secondary–ed Reed, Sergio Kindle, the recovery of Ladarius Webb. But have faith in our gunslinger John Harbaugh–Joe Platania tells me if he is shook he sure doesn’t show it. Also he has 6 weeks to fill the gaps, thus at least these problems have occurred early enough to deal with. Question: why would someone with narcolepsy sleep on the 3rd floor?

Terps on the Ravens Have a Tough Day—Cramps Overtake a Slimmer Gaither—Dominigue Out For The Year

Bruce — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 05:14:07 +0000

Relax everyone Jared just had cramps. The Ravens report he will be fine. But thats not what we can say about Foxworth. #24 is out for the year further crippling the Ravens secondary. S.O.S.

Ravens 1st Draft Pick Sergio Kindle Fractures Skull

Bruce — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:40:30 +0000

Just read this on the plane. Sergio fell down 2 flights of steps. I have to say that a fractured skull sounds extremely serious though the Sun reports that he should make a full recovery. Fractured skull?

I Stand Behind #20

Bruce — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:50:08 +0000

Ed Reed has beeen the consumate Raven, laying his life on the line—literally. Cut him some slack and only hope he returns in time for the playoffs. There has been no better Raven!!!!!!

#3 Matt Stover—First Class Kicker But More Importantly a First Class Guy

Bruce — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:39:38 +0000

I had the opportunity last night night to spend some time with ex Ravens FG kicker Matt Stover. Matt represented our company at a trade show–Meet and Greet. He was thrilled at his fan support, courteous to everyone present, and sincerely interacted with everyone at the event. This clearly explains to me why he was such a success as a Raven. A first class gentleman—Matt Stover!!!

Foot Injury, Not Salary Ploy, Sidelines Gaither

Bruce — Mon, 10 May 2010 04:51:50 +0000

Jared will go in for a MRI this week to diagnose his recent injury to his foot. So much for all the negative speculation.

Mysterious Injury Sidelines Gaither One Day After Demotion to Right Tackle

Bruce — Sun, 09 May 2010 04:27:39 +0000

Ex Terrapin Jared Gaither missed the 2nd day of camp yesterday due to a mysterious injury. Speculation is running rampant as the cause of his absence. But let’s make one point clear, last year when Jared missed 4 games and Oher switched to the left side–there was an obvious void at right tackle. I hope the Ravens have the situation under control if their intentions are to trade Jared.

As Expected —Gaither, Michael Oher Flip Flop Tackle Positions

Bruce — Sat, 08 May 2010 05:37:57 +0000

The movie star’s role is complete. Michael Oher has taken the starting left tackle position position away from Jared Gaither. Jared now becomes the right tackle. The rumors still persit that Jared might be traded to Buffalo leaving the right side for O’Neill Cousins. I can’t believe the Ravens would make that move considering how poorly Cousins played last year. In his most extensive interview with reporters since joining the Ravens in 2007, Gaither gave his support to Oher, the lineman who replaced him. ”I know he’ll do great,” Gaither said. “He has a tremendous upside. He’s much more improved and has much more improvement to do. He’ll do a phenomenal job at left tackle.”

Super Bowl Talk Heats Up in Baltimore After Incredible Draft By Ozzie and DeCosta

Bruce — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:36:28 +0000

The time is now. The Ravens have answered virtually all of its needs during the off season. Every draft guru is grading the Ravens efforts last weekend at no less then a B+ with most giving Ozzie an A for the results. Sergio Kindle and Terrence Cody were in the 1st rounds of almost every expert around. I guess with the woes of the Orioles, all eyes are focused on the beginning of summer camp. No doubt, Ray Lewis and Joe Flacco are the happiest guys on the team. The faster Terrence Cody can develop will only help to proplong the career of #52. With Cody and Ngata in the middle, opposing lineman will be unable to get their licks in on Ray, leaving him to roam and freelance. #5 has his receiving corps in tact with Bouldin, Stallworth and the return of Derrick Mason. To my surprise Jared Gaither is still a Raven and whether Oher or Jared is on the left or right side, Joe will be protected to the utmost. Get another corner and solve the placekicking dilemma and this team is ready to make a run!!!!!

Ozzie, DeCosta Complete 3 Brilliant Days— Mel Kiper Rates Ravens Draft an A

Bruce — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 03:59:42 +0000

Every Ravens fan knows what a great job the execs did. Mel Kiper validated the efforts by giving the Ravens an A for their work. here is his synopsis:

Summary: For top grades, it’s a contrast in styles. Seattle had high picks and got great fits, then waited and got Golden Tate. Baltimore traded down and still loaded up on talent all over the place. In Round 2, they got bothSergio Kindle and Terrence Cody, a pair of guys who could have landed in the first round. They get a pair of fantastic tight end prospects in Ed Dickson andDennis Pitta, continuing a promise to both buy and draft options for Joe Flacco. Love the Arthur Jones pick, a one-time Big Board guy who fell to the fifth round, mostly because of health issues. Even in the sixth, the Ravens got Ramon Harewood, a small-college tackle prospect who has a chance to develop.

Draft grade: A

Baltimore Ravens 2010 Picks

RD PK(OVR) NAME POS SCHOOL

2 11(43) Sergio Kindle OLB Texas

from Miami through Denver

What he brings: Kindle is another talented prospect with durability concerns. His stem from a knee injury. On the other hand, Kindle is an explosive pass-rusher and athletic run defender on film. He needs to get a bit stronger at the point of attack, but there’s a lot to like about his upside.
How he fits: Kindle will provide good depth at the outside linebacker position for the Ravens’ 3-4 defense. The Ravens have good starters in Jarret Johnson and Terrell Suggs, but Kindle will be able to spell these players more and more as they age. This was not a big need for the club, but he fits their defense very well.

2 25(57) Terrence Cody DT Alabama

What he brings: Cody has the bulk and athletic ability of an elite nose tackle prospect. The problem is his stamina. He wears down far too quickly and needs to be rotated out of the game frequently.
How he fits: Kelly Gregg has had injury issues the last couple of years and the club recently lost Justin Bannan to Denver and Dwan Edwards to Buffalo. This was already a good defense without Cody, but his presence will make them even tougher to attack with the running game. Cody and Haloti Ngata will often line up alongside each other and form one of the biggest tandems in the league.

3 6(70) Ed Dickson TE Oregon

from Seattle through Philadelphia and Denver

What he brings: Dickson is one of the better pass-catching tight ends in this year’s class. He has great top-end speed to stretch the field combined ideal body control and ball skills. He still needs to develop as a run-blocker but should contribute in the passing game.
How he fits: This receiving tight end has the ability to threaten the seam and initially will have a chance to learn behindCornell Green has gone to Buffalo and Mario Henderson struggles at left tackle in pass-protection.

4 16(114) Dennis Pitta TE Brigham Young

from Denver

What he brings: Pitta is limited as far as overall athleticisim. However, he is a savvy zone-beater who should develop into a dangerous red zone threat for Joe Flacco. While he gives good effort as a run blocker, he needs to get stronger at the point of attack.
How he fits: Baltimore has taken yet another receiving tight end because Todd Heap is on the downside of his career.Ed Dickson will likely stretch the field and Pitta will be able to work underneath zones.

5 25(156) David Reed WR Utah

Reed brings great value at this pick. He may have some of the better ball skills in this year’s receiver class. He is a polished route runner, shows great toughness going over the middle and can run the entire route tree.

5 26(157) Arthur Jones DT Syracuse

from Arizona

It comes as no surprise he fell this far due to his durability issues, but when healthy he is one of the better one-gap run stoppers in the draft. He comes from a wrestling background and plays with good leverage.

6 25(194) Ramon Harewood OT Morehouse

Harewood is a major project. He has great size, at 6-6, 350 pounds, and incredible natural bruit strength. He’s going to be a big project; he must play lower and approach the game with an aggressive attitude.

Baltimore Ravens 2010 Picks
RD	PK(OVR)	NAME	POS	SCHOOL
2	11(43)	Sergio Kindle	OLB	Texas
	from Miami through Denver
	What he brings: Kindle is another talented prospect with durability concerns. His stem from a knee injury. On the other hand, Kindle is an explosive pass-rusher and athletic run defender on film. He needs to get a bit stronger at the point of attack, but there’s a lot to like about his upside. How he fits: Kindle will provide good depth at the outside linebacker position for the Ravens’ 3-4 defense. The Ravens have good starters in Jarret Johnson and Terrell Suggs, but Kindle will be able to spell these players more and more as they age. This was not a big need for the club, but he fits their defense very well.
2	25(57)	Terrence Cody	DT	Alabama
	What he brings: Cody has the bulk and athletic ability of an elite nose tackle prospect. The problem is his stamina. He wears down far too quickly and needs to be rotated out of the game frequently. How he fits: Kelly Gregg has had injury issues the last couple of years and the club recently lost Justin Bannan to Denver and Dwan Edwards to Buffalo. This was already a good defense without Cody, but his presence will make them even tougher to attack with the running game. Cody and Haloti Ngata will often line up alongside each other and form one of the biggest tandems in the league.
3	6(70)	Ed Dickson	TE	Oregon
	from Seattle through Philadelphia and Denver
	What he brings: Dickson is one of the better pass-catching tight ends in this year’s class. He has great top-end speed to stretch the field combined ideal body control and ball skills. He still needs to develop as a run-blocker but should contribute in the passing game. How he fits: This receiving tight end has the ability to threaten the seam and initially will have a chance to learn behindCornell Green has gone to Buffalo and Mario Henderson struggles at left tackle in pass-protection.
4	16(114)	Dennis Pitta	TE	Brigham Young
	from Denver
	What he brings: Pitta is limited as far as overall athleticisim. However, he is a savvy zone-beater who should develop into a dangerous red zone threat for Joe Flacco. While he gives good effort as a run blocker, he needs to get stronger at the point of attack. How he fits: Baltimore has taken yet another receiving tight end because Todd Heap is on the downside of his career.Ed Dickson will likely stretch the field and Pitta will be able to work underneath zones.
5	25(156)	David Reed	WR	Utah
	Reed brings great value at this pick. He may have some of the better ball skills in this year’s receiver class. He is a polished route runner, shows great toughness going over the middle and can run the entire route tree.
5	26(157)	Arthur Jones	DT	Syracuse
	from Arizona
	It comes as no surprise he fell this far due to his durability issues, but when healthy he is one of the better one-gap run stoppers in the draft. He comes from a wrestling background and plays with good leverage.
6	25(194)	Ramon Harewood	OT	Morehouse
	Harewood is a major project. He has great size, at 6-6, 350 pounds, and incredible natural bruit strength. He’s going to be a big project; he must play lower and approach the game with an aggressive attitude.