Teams Baltimore Ravens - Rise and Conquer

[dspeed]

Re: Entire Ravens roster involved in brawl

What does Dspeed have to say about this?

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-feistyravens&prov=ap&type=lgns

hardly a brawl, it's not the best thing to hear but at least it shows some intensity and passion, it didnt result in anything major so in the end no real issue, hopefully they show a bit of this attitude next season

 

[JeffDunne]

Re: Entire Ravens roster involved in brawl

What's the word from Ravens people dspeed?

I read the reports but thought it was probably an exaggeration to say all 85 players were involved in the brawl.

I think that’d be called a riot!

 

[Woodson]

Re: Entire Ravens roster involved in brawl

What's the word from Ravens people dspeed?

I read the reports but thought it was probably an exaggeration to say all 85 players were involved in the brawl.

I think that’d be called a riot!

Barely worth calling the state police for.. have a look how other teams run these skirmishes

Titans
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I wouldn't surprised if most clubs have had their darker moments in the change rooms..

 

[Dagless]

Re: Entire Ravens roster involved in brawl

Not a dark moment... A GOOD moment... A bit of passion in the stagnant team... The occasional D passion was great by the Ravens alst year, (if not cost them a game in particular)... They gotta fight... You have to be happy with that. As long as no one is hurt, it is good for a team that needs a refresh

 

[dspeed]

Ravens LT Ogden to end decorated career

http://www.sportsline.com/nfl/story/10862136/2

OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Jonathan Ogden is expected to announce his retirement Thursday, ending a stellar career with the Baltimore Ravens in which the left offensive tackle garnered 11 Pro Bowl invitations and a Super Bowl ring.

Ogden, who turns 34 next month, told friends he won't return for a 13th season. The 6-foot-9, 345-pounder has been bothered by an hyperextended toe since December 2006.

Ogden played in a career-low 11 games last year and did not participate in the Pro Bowl because of the bothersome big toe on his left foot.
"That toe injury, I had it once. I know it's got to be emotionally draining on him," quarterback Kyle Boller said Wednesday. "That big toe, as big as he is, you've got to have that thing. I'm sure he got very frustrated with the whole situation. He probably sat down and decided that he wasn't going to be able to do it anymore."

Ogden was the first player drafted by the Ravens after the team left Cleveland in 1996. Plucked out of UCLA as the fourth overall pick, Ogden played left guard in his first season before finding a home at left tackle, the most important position on the offensive line.

He was named to the Pro Bowl in every season after his rookie year. He provided protection from the blindside for a variety of Baltimore quarterbacks, beginning with Vinny Testaverde and including Trent Dilfer, who helped the Ravens defeat the New York Giants in the 2001 Super Bowl.

"It was a blessing. To know I wasn't going to get touched on the left side was huge," Boller said. "I'm going to miss him."

Ogden had an influence on virtually everyone who played for the Ravens over the past 12 years.

"In the huddle and at the line of scrimmage, there's nobody else I would rather have standing next to me than J.O.," said tight end Todd Heap, now in his eighth season with Baltimore. "The guy was the smartest guy I've ever been around."

Ogden didn't scream and yell, but his will to win was never in doubt. If things didn't go right for the Baltimore offense, he often would rip off his helmet on the sideline and make his displeasure known.

"He could snap sometimes. I kind of wanted not to make too many mistakes and make him unhappy," Boller said. "He's a leader. He didn't say that much, but when he did it really meant a lot."

Those who played behind Ogden listened carefully and tried to emulate his technique. But there was no way to combine his size, quickness, talent and poise.

"I played behind him for three years (while I was on the ) practice squad, just watching and learning from him," backup tackle Mike Kracalik said. "He was a gifted athlete. I don't think could ever live up to what Jonathan Ogden was to this league. His composure when he had a speed rusher on him -- he'd just sit back and be relaxed, and almost had a smile on his face when he did it."

Guard Jason Brown said, "He brought me along so fast. He helped me definitely be a better player. He wouldn't always tell me what to do, but you know what? If I ever did something wrong he would definitely let me know."

Teammates believe Ogden might have considered returning for another season were it not for that troublesome big toe.

"The key to your game is your base, your feet," Heap said. "You could tell when it was bothering him, but that's the sign of a true pro. He was still at the top of the game even when it was bothering him."

Jared Gaither, a second-year player out of Maryland, is currently the front-runner to replace Ogden on the left side. He may not be as talented as Ogden, but at 6-9, 350 pounds, he has the size to fill those rather big footsteps.

"He's young; he's not J.O. by any stretch," first-year head coach John Harbaugh said. "But he's had a chance to watch J.O. for a year and he's got some of the same kind of skill set that J.O. has. He's got a long way to go to become a great offensive tackle in this league, but we're really pleased with his progress."

Gaither did not participate in a passing camp practice Wednesday because of migraines, leaving Kracalik to take the brunt of the work at left tackle.

A great career, surefire first ballot HOFer IMO, 11 times Pro-Bowler, managed to pick up a ring which is pretty important in terms of HOF, a one team player which is amazing in the modern NFL, an all around star. Will surely be missed, hopefully our young O-Line can continue its improvement. Expect big things from Jared Gaither, the guy is a massive unit and has lots of potential.

 

[Dagless]

Re: Ravens LT Ogden to end decorated career

Grats on the career... But this better not get more replies than the Strahan thread

Favre, Ogden and Strahan... Who else huge for their club before the new season begins?

 

[mcgarnacle]

Re: Ravens LT Ogden to end decorated career

and the curtain comes down on another sensational career.

2012 is going to be quite a year in canton.

ps-just past half way to the strahan thread now.....

 

[BurnleyBomber]

Reed Could Miss Opener

Reed Could Miss Opener Ed Reed spoke to the media today and clarified his shoulder injury. by Mike Duffy
Aug 29, 2008, 2:36PM


Several media outlets are reporting that Ravens Pro Bowl safety Ed Reed said he was suffering from a nerve injury to his neck and shoulder.

“It is a nerve impingement and couple other things going on in there, some soreness, tightness, or what not,” he told WNST Radio. “Just trying to loosen it up and take it one day at a time.”

Reed’s comments – he hasn’t spoken to the media since a brief session during training camp – add to the speculation of at least one newspaper that the safety might not be ready for the Ravens’ season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals Sept. 7.

During camp, Reed wore a red version of his No. 20 jersey to signify a restriction on contact. The 2004 NFL Defensive Player of the Year was held out of all four preseason games.

Reed said that surgery on the ailment is not mandatory, but could be career-threatening.

“If I had surgery now, you all would not be interviewing me ever again,” he told the media. “If I had surgery, I would not be playing anymore.”

While Reed has been able to maintain his range of motion, the injury continues to raise questions.

“It is a little bit more in-depth than that,” Reed stated. “It is something I just have to deal with. It will not go away, but I can do some things to prevent a lot.”

Reed, 29, said he has seen multiple specialists for treatment.

“It is just making sure it is getting right, seeing every doctor that you can possibly see to get it checked out to make sure there is nothing catastrophic that can happen,” he explained. “That is what I was really taking care of.”

If Reed is sidelined for Week 1, safety Jim Leonhard, a free-agent signee from the Buffalo Bills, would likely move to the starting lineup.

Leonhard notched one interception Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons and snared another one that was negated with an offsides penalty.

Coming off a fourth Pro Bowl campaign that saw him post seven interceptions to lead Baltimore, Reed hopes to return to the field this year, while still being cautious with the injury.

“It is a long season, and I feel like the team is going to need me more down the line [rather] than earlier by getting hurt or something like that where I can’t play again,” Reed said. “Right now we are just taking it day to day.”

The guy is a baller and I love watching him play except against the Bengals. He's as tough as they come and would be a massive loss for the Ravens if he can't play week 1. Upgrade Ocho, Housh and Palmer for week 1 my friends.

 

[Woodson]

Re: Reed Could Miss Opener

The guy is a baller and I love watching him play except against the Bengals. He's as tough as they come and would be a massive loss for the Ravens if he can't play week 1. Upgrade Ocho, Housh and Palmer for week 1 my friends.

Already have the Housh in my BFFFL mk I Mustangs starting line up. I agree on Ed Reed, sublime player. btw Hines Ward cleaned him up a beauty last season

 

[Exe Gesis]

Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Interesting stuff in the AFC North...

According to ProFootballTalk, Ravens LB Terrell Suggs admitted that his team has a bounty on Hines Ward.
At issue is Ward's blocking style which Suggs calls "legal but it be cheap." Suggs says the Ravens tried unsuccessfully to get Ward during their Week 4 Monday night game, but they did succeed in their bounty on Rashard Mendenhall when his season was ended on a hit from Ray Lewis. The Ravens also have "something in store" for Ward in their next matchup. Bounties are against NFL rules, so expect repercussions in Baltimore.
Source:ProFootballTalk.com

 

[Galactic]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Interesting stuff in the AFC North...

just.............

well good ol Rodger is going to have a field day with the punishment hand outs if that's true.

 

[manureid]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Why would they have had a bounty on Mendenhall i wonder??

 

[Exe Gesis]

maybe trash talk?

 

[Sven]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Its all a reaction to Wards' hit on Keith Rivers that broke his jaw. The NFL has deemed it legal, but many are viewing it as a cheap shot. The AFC North is a brutal division and Suggs' bounty statement only further reinforces the rivalry.

At least Ward will normally be looking straight at the opposition, Rivers was blindsided and Ward went at him with his helmet, and I'm sure there's a bunch of players lining up to do the same to Ward.

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[JeffDunne]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

I've made my feelings on the Ravens clear in the past and nothing surprises me when it comes to that team of brainless thugs.

Playing tough is one thing, trying to injure a player after the play is dead in another.

 

[Exe Gesis]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Ward clearly leads with the helmet and targets the top of his helmet to hit the facemask of Rivers, with his shoulder hitting Rivers' shoulder.

 

[Sven]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Ward clearly leads with the helmet and targets the top of his helmet to hit the facemask of Rivers, with his shoulder hitting Rivers' shoulder.

I agree gg, how the NFL saw it as a legitimate block is beyond me

 

[JeffDunne]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

I'm starter to wonder if the NFL are sub-contracting their work out to the AFL's MRP.

 

[Sven]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

I'm starter to wonder if the NFL are sub-contracting their work out to the AFL's MRP.

maybe the refs are reviewing the tape!

 

[JeffDunne]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

maybe the refs are reviewing the tape!

Nah that couldn't be the case Sven or they wouldn't have fined one of your blokes for that facemask on Bush.

TBH, I'm still stunned by that fine (and just as stunned at the missed call)

They got that call 100% arse-about. They didn't call it when they should and then they called it when they shouldn't (if that makes sense)

 

[Dagless]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

I've made my feelings on the Ravens clear in the past and nothing surprises me when it comes to that team of brainless thugs.

Playing tough is one thing, trying to injure a player after the play is dead in another.

lol I wonder if there is some sort of initiation when you join that makes you act like a thug/twat

I mean, I like the Ravens, but sometimes ya gotta wonder whats going through their heads... Suggs and Lewis are great on the field but some of the s**t they put in the heads of the younguns is a bit nuts...

 

[GeeCats07]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

It was a bit of a cheap shot, and Ward has a little history when it comes to doing those sort of things. I recall him hitting Bart Scott cheaply last season. He also never stops whinging to the officials after every play. Personally I hope Suggs, Lewis and Scott tear him in half. Just to wipe that stupid smile off his face.

 

[Woodson]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

It was a bit of a cheap shot, and Ward has a little history when it comes to doing those sort of things. I recall him hitting Bart Scott cheaply last season. He also never stops whinging to the officials after every play. Personally I hope Suggs, Lewis and Scott tear him in half. Just to wipe that stupid smile off his face.

Hardly worth making a fuss over it as it's the part & parcel of a Real Contact Sport and those kinda hits have been a trademark / appeal to the greater viewing public for many decades. As for your recollection of the Bart Scott hit.. it's amazing how some guys like Bart Scott can give it (like he did to BIG BEN) and not take some of his own medicine. Hines is the kinda player you'd LOVE to have in your lockeroom who puts the TEAM FIRST unlike the 'glamour pusses' of many team who get scared to put their body on the line for their team!! Hines LOVES to WIN, that's why he is always smiling.

As for the 'Ward Hit list' >> you'll be surprised who ELSE wanted a piece of HINES

 

[Exe Gesis]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

I can't help that he broke his jaw when he hit the ground.

Yes, Hines, the ground broke his jaw, not the top of your helmet directly hitting Keith's facemask.

 

[Dagless]

Re: Ravens Bounty Hot Water

Yeah but leading with the head is not allowed for a reason Woodson... Can't just call off every hit or injury a Steeler causes as 'part of a physical game'

I bloody laughed out loud at his suggestion the ground broke his jaw