Much has been written and discussed about the seemingly overnight demise of the Baltimore Ravens defense. A team that once had a solid rotation of serviceable interior linemen; developed linebackers like the Atlanta Braves once developed pitchers; and an opportunistic secondary that took advantage of the front-7’s ability to make opposing offenses one dimensional – all suddenly MIA. The team cannot generate a pass rush; the defensive “anchors” up front, once immovable objects at the point of attack allowing linebackers to clean up, are now pushed back like they are … Continue reading →

It’s been said that coaches will focus on mistakes made in victory as part of an effort to keep improving. Conversely coaches have been known to find the silver lining in defeat to build a team back up. Of course after the Ravens abysmal effort in Houston, we all know what approach John Harbaugh and his staff will take when they take the practice field on Tuesday and when they return next week following their bye. “We’re building a football team that we hope will be a great team by … Continue reading →

The Ravens have lacked a consistent pass rush since they stepped on the field for their very first preseason game in Atlanta. Sergio Kindle was drafted with the hope that he could provide some explosiveness off the edge. Add it up and you would think that Kindle could make his way on to the 46-man active list on Sundays – at least one, right? After all, couldn’t the Ravens do without Anthony Allen’s ½ special teams tackle per game? Couldn’t they do without Deonte Thompson’s 20-yard kick returns from 8 … Continue reading →

Tonight the NFL Network will air, “A Football Life ~ Steve McNair.” In his memory, we represent this…   Originally published July 3, 2011   On July 4 it will be two years since the tragic death of Steve McNair. Perhaps like many of you I attended a holiday party, the spirit of which was heavily dampened as the sad news spread. I recall on the next day I was interviewed by Delmarva ESPN Radio’s Shan Shariff and asked about my first thoughts upon hearing the news… “I thought first about … Continue reading →

Some national analysts believe that Ray Lewis will retire now that his 17th season has ended due to a triceps tear. Others believe that Lewis won’t allow his retirement to be determined by injury and that he will in fact return in 2013. But is it really that cut and dried? If you’ve paid any attention to Ray Lewis whatsoever, you are fully aware that he is a spiritual man. He is also tremendously blessed with qualities that make him a quintessential leader and a gifted motivator. Clearly there’s a … Continue reading →

It’s hard to believe that we are already at the quarter pole of the Ravens 2012 season. Four games in 18 days certainly helps to get you there faster but that said, it seems like only yesterday when we were introduced to the Ravens fast break, high octane, no huddle offense and here we are, waiting on Week 5. This weekend the Ravens get a well-deserved quasi-bye-week. They will get away like a Southwest TV ad, decompress a bit and get ready to tackle the next quarter of the season. … Continue reading →

Torrey Smith’s performance on Sunday Night was so inspiring. Not only did he show the world how to stare extreme adversity in the face and overcome it driven by love of family, he served up a clinic on how to execute and remain focused for the benefit of those who counted on him. It was pure selflessness in its finest form. During a season appropriately given the credo, “TEAM”, Torrey was the quintessential teammate last night. Here are a few of the things he shared with the media after the … Continue reading →

The understatement of the year would be to say that Cam Cameron is not a very popular guy here in Baltimore. If he were to run for political office against Orioles owner Peter Angelos, Gallop Polls would go to the wire before political analysts could predict a winner. When the Ravens lose, chances are it’s Cam’s fault – at least that’s what the overwhelming majority of fans would have you believe. Critics would tell you that he’s predictable. Greg Cosell who works for ESPN and NFL Films is among them. … Continue reading →