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Cody could emerge as a leader on and off the field for rookie Courtney Upshaw

Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Terrence Cody has improved in each of his first two seasons in the NFL, and there’s no reason why that trend can’t continue in 2012. Cody, 23, got into much better playing shape last year, shedding 65 pounds before the start of the 2011 season, according to a story by Yahoo’s [...]
Via The Purple Chaos  |  7 hours ago

Hard work lands Mabin with Baltimore

Former Northwestern cornerback Jordan Mabin saw his collegiate career come to a disappointing end with a an injury. Mabin worked through rehabilitation, then was able to earn a spot on the Ravens. He hopes hard work helps him stick in Baltimore.
Via northwestern.scout.com  |  8 hours ago

Ravens’ Bryant McKinnie’s goal is to be at 345

Last offseason, Bryant McKinnie showed up to Vikings camp so overweight out of the lockout, almost 400 pounds, that the Vikings cut him even though they didn’t have a true replacement on the roster. This led to them having to sign the mediocre Charlie Johnson to be their left tackle and he predictably struggled, leading to the Vikings using the 4th overall pick on Matt Kalil. McKinnie...
Via The Football Fan Spot  |  21 hours ago

Ravens’ John Harbaugh not worried that Ed Reed will retire

Ed Reed made some headlines last week by saying that he wasn’t “100%” sure he’d return for the 2012 NFL season, which would be his 11th in the NFL. Reed immediately backtracked after speculation started and today Head Coach John Harbaugh said he wasn’t worried at all that Reed would retire. Ravens fans shouldn’t worry either. Their biggest concerns with Reed should be...
Via The Football Fan Spot  |  21 hours ago

Ravens are in communication with Ray Rice

One day after it was reported that Ray Rice wants Adrian Peterson money (7 years, 96 million, 36 million guaranteed), Jason La Canfora is reporting that Rice and the Ravens are talking. The Ravens reportedly will not even consider giving that much money to Rice, but the fact that they are talking is a good sign. La Canfora has called the talks between the two sides “constructive”...
Via The Football Fan Spot  |  1 day ago

Ed Reed Will Play In The 2012-2013 NFL Season, According To Coach John Harbaugh

Last week, news broke that Ed Reed wouldn’t be playing in the 2012-2013 NFL season, due to an injury, but according to Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, Reed will be playing this upcoming season. “Ed is a guy that I trust and really care about,” Harbaugh said. “There’s been no indication that he’s not going to play this year as far as I’m...
Via 60 Max Power O  |  1 day ago

Is it Kruger’s time to start?

Going into this offseason, it was presumed the Ravens’ starting linebackers would be Terrell Suggs, Ray Lewis, Jameel McClain and Paul Kruger. Then the draft came and the Ravens selected Courtney Upshaw out of Alabama. The big blow came right around the same time when Suggs tore his Achilles’ tendon. That’s when the look of the starting lineup really changed. Suggs...
Via MyTeamRivals.com  |  1 day ago

OTA minicamp reports better than expected for Ravens...

The usual rap on OTA minicamps is you can't learn much about a player if he isn't wearing pads or being hit---or at least "worrying" about being hit.That may be true. But it is possible for each player involved to learn strategic things in OTA's---and to at least show his ability to grasp new terminology, as well as put himself in good position in the non-contact...
Via Ravens Football Machine  |  1 day ago

McKinnie on the field at Ravens’ organized team activities

He’s a 10-year veteran with a Pro Bowl under his belt, but that’s not stopping this 32-year-old from participating in the Ravens’ voluntary OTA’s this week. While older players such as Ray Lewis, Ed Reed and Matt Birk are sitting out the team’s voluntary OTA’s, left tackle Bryant McKinnie, has been on the practice field [...]
Via The Purple Chaos  |  1 day ago

Ravens, Rice in a tough spot when it comes to contract talks

Ten years ago you didn’t think twice about paying a versatile player like Ray Rice top market value. Given his age, his production, and his contribution in an offense, a team wouldn’t balk at his price tag. But times are a changing. Rice is believed to be seeking $10 million a year from the Baltimore Ravens, who are reportedly unwilling to pay their top offensive piece Adrian...
Via The Scores Report  |  1 day ago

Ravens optimistic about a long-term deal for Rice

It’s no secret the Baltimore Ravens need running back Ray Rice to be all in for the 2012 season. The question this whole offseason has been: will management and Rice be able to come together and bang out a long-term contract extension before talks turn sour? Well, according to NFL Network’s Kimberly Jones, per Dan [...]
Via The Purple Chaos  |  2 days ago

Ray Rice Posts Phone Number of Suspended Student’s School

A Long Island high schooler’s bullying project got her suspended from school, and now Ravens RB Ray Rice is coming out in support of the student. Jessica Barba’s Youtube video documenting a fake suicide caught the attention of many, including concerned parents that viewed the project as completely inappropriate. After learning about the video, Barba’s principal...
Via Funny Athlete Tweets  |  2 days ago
ALL EARS

Ray Lewis pumps up the Loyola lax team

Legendary NFL linebacker Ray Lewis of the Baltimore Ravens visited the Loyola University Maryland men’s lacrosse team before its practice on Wednesday, May 16, to give a talk prior to the Greyhounds’ NCAA Quarterfinals game and it was a typical monster from Ray. As far as motivational speakers go, Ray has a very long career ahead of him as none other than Tony Robbins...
Via Cosby Sweaters  |  5 days ago

NFL Top 100: Will Joe Flacco be respected around the league?

In 2011, Joe Flacco made the list at 91, after leading the Ravens to the playoffs for the third straight year. Meanwhile, Josh Freeman was ranked higher at 86 and didn't even lead his team to the playoffs. Matt Ryan who was drafted 3rd overall in 2008, was ranked higher than Joe at 52. 39 spots higher than Joe, Matt Ryan who still hasn't won a playoff game and was recently...
Via The Penalty Flag  |  11 days ago

Ravens add Upshaw in round 2: Is he the steal of the draft?

The Baltimore Ravens didn’t have a pick in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft but thanks to all the teams that passed on former Alabama defensive end, Courtney Upshaw, the Ravens scored first round talent, early in the second round.  In fact, Upshaw may very well turn out to be the steal of
Via The Penalty Flag  |  27 days ago
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