Teams Baltimore Ravens - Rise and Conquer

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Gotta love the Stefon Diggs comp too.

I heard the Steve Smith comparisons, which hit home nicely.

 

[Toadvine]

Great timing of this signing. Now if we can find a way to squeeze in Justin Houston it will lift the draft class from a B to an A for me.

 

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All those classes below ev probably had 2 or more WRs.

 

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All those classes below ev probably had 2 or more WRs.

Ozzie didn't really draft WRs that often (probably because he knew he sucked at it)

 

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Ravens signed restricted free agent RB Gus Edwards to a two-year, $10 million contract extension.
Edwards is now signed through the 2023 season after averaging at least five yards per carry in each of his first three NFL seasons. He was slated to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2021 season. Described by Baltimore offensive coordinator Greg Roman as a key part of the team's rushing attack, Edwards -- a former undrafted free agent -- appears to be the 1B option to J.K. Dobbins' 1A in the Ravens' ultra run-heavy offense. Edwards, 26, graded by Pro Football Focus as 2020's fourth best runner, should see an uptick in touches with the departure of Mark Ingram. Since 2018, Edwards has gained yards on 89.1 percent of his carries, the most of any player in the NFL in that time, per ESPN's Field Yates. He's steadily rising up draft boards, and there might not be much daylight between Dobbins' and Edwards' ADPs come August.

 

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Gus Edwards: The American Dream

Born in the middle of the Liberian Civil War, Gus Edwards and his family fled the violence to find a better life in the United States. But no part of it was easy.

www.baltimoreravens.com

 

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Not a bad endorsement from Russell Wilson of all people:

If you could steal one attribute from an NFL quarterback what would it be?

That’s a good one. I would say Lamar Jackson’s speed. Lamar is pretty fast, he can fly, man. He’s special. I like Lamar Jackson.

How Russell Wilson Spent His Summer Vacation

The Seahawks quarterback talked about his vacation to Italy, watching Euro 2020, and what he expects from new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron

www.theringer.com

 

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Report: Ravens' Lamar Jackson's New Contract Expected to Be Between $40-45M per Year

TYLER CONWAY
JULY 21, 2021

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's contract extension is reportedly expected to be done sooner rather than later, and he will reportedly average between $40 and $45 million per season.

Dan Graziano of ESPN said Jackson's deal is viewed as the likeliest to be completed first among his peers from the 2018 NFL draft class. Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield are both set for contract extensions as well, but Jackson's status as the 2019 NFL MVP gives him power in negotiations.

"It wouldn't surprise people around the league if Jackson's deal came in behind Mahomes' $45 million-a-year average and ahead of Prescott's $40 million, but as always, the key will be to watch the structure and guarantees," Graziano wrote.

Any number between $40 million and $45 million is a natural middle ground because Jackson has accomplished more in his NFL career than Prescott but less than Mahomes. While most MVP-level talent would look to reset the quarterback market, the Ravens have good standing to put Jackson a rung lower than Mahomes on the pay scale due to postseason accomplishments.

Whereas Mahomes has led the Chiefs to two straight Super Bowl appearances and three consecutive AFC Championship Games, the Ravens are yet to get past the second round with Jackson as their starting quarterback.

Allen and Mayfield will likely come in with numbers lower than Jackson, with Mayfield being by far the least accomplished of the three. Allen is probably in position for a Prescott-esque type deal, while Mayfield will probably have to "settle" for an average annual value below $40 million

 

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Report: Ravens' Lamar Jackson's New Contract Expected to Be Between $40-45M per Year

TYLER CONWAY
JULY 21, 2021

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's contract extension is reportedly expected to be done sooner rather than later, and he will reportedly average between $40 and $45 million per season.

Dan Graziano of ESPN said Jackson's deal is viewed as the likeliest to be completed first among his peers from the 2018 NFL draft class. Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield are both set for contract extensions as well, but Jackson's status as the 2019 NFL MVP gives him power in negotiations.

"It wouldn't surprise people around the league if Jackson's deal came in behind Mahomes' $45 million-a-year average and ahead of Prescott's $40 million, but as always, the key will be to watch the structure and guarantees," Graziano wrote.

Any number between $40 million and $45 million is a natural middle ground because Jackson has accomplished more in his NFL career than Prescott but less than Mahomes. While most MVP-level talent would look to reset the quarterback market, the Ravens have good standing to put Jackson a rung lower than Mahomes on the pay scale due to postseason accomplishments.

Whereas Mahomes has led the Chiefs to two straight Super Bowl appearances and three consecutive AFC Championship Games, the Ravens are yet to get past the second round with Jackson as their starting quarterback.

Allen and Mayfield will likely come in with numbers lower than Jackson, with Mayfield being by far the least accomplished of the three. Allen is probably in position for a Prescott-esque type deal, while Mayfield will probably have to "settle" for an average annual value below $40 million

I have heard that there is quite a bit of bonuses inside the $40-45M amount. Lamar will need to be performing at a high level (or injured) to earn all of it.

It will still eat an awful lot of our cap space….

 

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I have heard that there is quite a bit of bonuses inside the $40-45M amount. Lamar will need to be performing at a high level (or injured) to earn all of it.

It will still eat an awful lot of our cap space….

Think thats sensible of the Ravens org to load a new contract on bonuses especially based on performance. Incentive-laden, onus on the player to prove themselves for the level of their next contract

 

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But then he'd have to do it all over again in #1...

 

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But then he'd have to do it all over again in #1...

Methinks he wouldnt change if he won in 8

 

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He should set a more realistic goal of not choking in a playoff game instead.

 

[LittleG]

He should set a more realistic goal of not choking in a playoff game instead.

I will have to agree with the expert*

 

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'Glad We Lived': Ravens CB Jimmy Smith Says He Has PTSD After He And His Family Were Robbed At Gunpoint In LA In February

Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith revealed Thursday that he is suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after he and his family were robbed at gunpoint earlier this year.

baltimore.cbslocal.com

 

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Ravens signed LB Justin Houston to a one-year, $4 million contract.
Houston turned down better offers to play for the Ravens. The 32-year-old took a step back in 2020 but remains an effective pass rusher, posting eight sacks on a 59% snap share. Houston gives Baltimore a veteran starter and should play in passing situations in a rotation with Pernell McPhee. The blitz heavy Ravens are a strong fit for Houston, who fills the void from Yannick Ngakoue and Matt Judon leaving this offseason.
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SOURCE: ESPN
Jul 31, 2021, 10:51 AM ET

 

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Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said WR Marquise Brown suffered a hamstring injury that's more significant than originally believed.
There's not yet a timeline for Brown's return to practice. The hamstring issue, according to The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec, is more significant than the team first thought. It's a bad break for Brown, who came on at the end of the 2020 season. His absence could give rookie Rashod Bateman and journeyman Sammy Watkins a chance to emerge as the team's No. 1 receiver, though neither will see notable volume. Mark Andrews remains Lamar Jackson's top target.
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SOURCE: Jeff Zrebiec on Twitter
Aug 2, 2021, 11:27 AM ET

 

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Deon Cain an ex Colt yeah?