Yardbarker: Michael Oher

'The Blind Side' Opens Today

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:46:04 -0500

The Blind Side View full size photo » Long before he was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens, first round draft pick Michael Oher already had lived a well known life. Raised in the projects, Oher was shuffled around by his family with his brothers and sisters until he was enrolled in a school with a majority white racial population. The wife of a well known wealthy man, who just happened to be the voice of the NBA's Memph...

Signing Oher allows Ravens to give him more reps

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:15:01 -0500

It was a good move by the Ravens to reach an agreement with first-round draft pick Michael Oher. The offensive tackle out of Mississippi may have missed two days of practice with the rookies, but he should start practicing with the veterans on Friday. Getting Oher into camp on time should have been a priority for the Ravens, especially since he is expected to start at right offensive tackle. With Oher in camp, he should be ready to play all the preseason games and not miss any practice ...

Meet Your New Baltimore Ravens!

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:55:20 -0500

With the latest NFL Draft in the books, let’s take a closer look at the group of guys that Ozzie & Co. feel may be able to improve this team in 2009 and beyond. 1st Round - 23rd overall selection Michael Oher, OT, Ole Miss Oher is an extremely interesting pick. Most experts had him going somewhere [...]

7 Days of Draftsmas: Vikings Thought Patriots Wanted Harvin

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:57:21 -0500

Insight into the Vikings‘ draft decision-making process via Steve Aschburner, who participated in SI.com’s live blog: Vikings head coach Brad Childress got a lot of attention for his travel itinerary this week, heading to Gainesville to spend more time with, and personally address, character issues the organization had with Percy Harvin. Sounds like he wasn’t the only one racking up the frequent-flyer miles. Someone from Foxboro squeezed in a quickie trip to Florida as well....

AFC North Day 1 Insta-Review

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:18:39 -0500

Baltimore Ravens Picks: OT Michael Oher, DE Paul Kruger Knee-jerk grade: A I’m a big Michael Oher fan, so it pains me see him go to a division rival. But he is headed to a good program and I have little doubt he is destined to be a great NFL tackle. His selection may spell the end for [...]

Ravens Select OT Michael Oher (1st Rd., No. 23)

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 18:05:45 -0500

With the 23rd overall pick in the NFL Draft the Baltimore Ravens select Mississipi OT Michael Oher. The team captain won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy...

At #11 the Buffalo Bills select OLB Aaron Maybin

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 16:42:59 -0500

The Bills needed help at offensive tackle and OT Michael Oher looked like the logical choice here, but the Bills rolled the dice to take the speediest pass rusher in the draft. Don't listen to his quoted position. he is a outside linebacker all the way, at 6' 4" 248 pounds, he is to light to play in the 3 point stance. He will probably be a situational pass rusher in the NFL until the youngster learns how to play the position. Grade C.

Michael Oher–Beating the Odds

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 13:03:19 -0500

Michael Oher isn’t the best offensive tackle rated in this draft. He isn’t the second best, or even third best. But Michael Oher, when all is said and done, will be the best offensive tackle to come from this draft. And it’s quite simple. He’s overcome so much in his life, that the NFL will [...]

Scouting Report - Michael Oher

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:09:07 -0500

Michael Oher is an enigma wrapped in a riddle, wrapped in a offensive tackle prospect. Mocking the Draft has a fantastic scouting report on Oher up from a few days ago. Also, College Scout has a great summary of the issue with Oher and why he has?fluxuated from top 5 overall pick to the end of the [...]

A Look Into the Eagles Draft v. 1.0

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:43:20 -0500

OK, it's time to talk draft. Mel Kiper released his Mock Draft v. 1.0 and if that's how the real draft ended up, I would be 100% satisfied. If you missed it, Kiper has the Eagles taking Ohio State RB Chris "Beanie" Wells with the Eagles first, first-round pick and then just a few picks later, he has the Eagles going for OT Michael Oher. That may be a bit generous...

NFL Prospect that You Will Cheer For

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:55:22 -0500

After reading the title of this article you probably thought "The playoffs haven't even started yet! Why are we talking about the draft already?" Well this isn't your typical NFL Draft story. This Left Tackle out of Ole Miss isn't just a player to watch because of his overwhelming athleticism, size, and speed. Michael Oher is a player to watch because he is the kind of guy that no matter what team he gets drafted by, you will find yourself rooting for him. Read more ...

Prospect Watch: OT Michael Oher

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:31:59 -0500

Oher has really been a NFL prospect since he was in high school, but he didn't even beginning playing football until his junior year. What is even more incredible is that he didn't play left tackle at all until his senior season. Now he might be the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the [...]

All-SEC Team

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:36:24 -0500

Leading up to the NCAA season, I will be releasing my All-Conference teams. A lot of All-America squads look exactly the same, so I want to do something that I haven't seen from anywhere else. I'll be releasing ...

Ren's Ten Follow-up: Big Mike and the Miracles of St. Anthony

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:16:36 -0500

'The Blind Side's' Michael Oher continues to rack up recognition, while the 'Miracle' hoopsters from St. Anthony continue to cement Bob Hurley's legacy and place in Heaven.