Published on: 22nd October, 2009
With a perfectly-timed bye this week, the vibe in Baltimore is a subtle blend of frustration and optimism, second-guessing and un-waiving faith. Three close losses in a row to three good teams can do that to a fan base, even one as fervently proud as the Baltimore Ravens’. ...Published on: 18th October, 2009
OK, the bad news first. For the third week in a row, the Baltimore Ravens lost a game they had the opportunity to win in the final minute. Take away one dropped pass, one blown coverage, and one missed field goal, and the Ravens may be undefeated right now. ...Published on: 15th October, 2009
It could very well be a watershed moment for the Baltimore Ravens as they attempt to break their two-game slide this weekend in Minneapolis against the Minnesota Vikings. When the final whistle blows, the Ravens will have either created more doubts, or put them to bed.After beginning the season 3-0 ...Published on: 12th October, 2009
The fans will cry foul at the referees, and those with an axe to grind may point to a few key opportunities that the team missed on Sunday. But the true explanation for why the Baltimore Ravens lost at home to the Cincinnati Bengals this past weekend is that the ...Published on: 9th October, 2009
Heading into their Week Five showdown with one another, the Baltimore Ravens are keen on bouncing back after a close loss against the New England Patriots last week, while the Cincinnati Bengals want to keep their momentum going after a three-game winning streak.Something’s gotta give.Much of what happens this Sunday ...Published on: 7th October, 2009
It’s been feared for years; the possibility of the Baltimore Ravens establishing an offense to go along with their dominating defense that has been a staple in Charm City for a decade.One-fourth into the 2009 season: fears realized. The Ravens have one of the most potent offenses in the NFL ...Published on: 4th October, 2009
Whether it’s lamenting the Mark Clayton dropped pass that may have won the game, the numerous penalties both on the field and off, the mounting injuries that could be costly down the line, or the questionable officiating that head coach John Harbaugh had so much to say about but couldn’t, ...Published on: 2nd October, 2009
When John Harbaugh looks at the New England Patriots, he sees what he envisions his team to be one day. With four Super Bowl appearances and three championships this decade, Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has set the bar high for coaches around the NFL. Every team wants to establish a ...Published on: 27th September, 2009
Now, that’s more like it.Despite beginning the season with two solid victories and showing more offensive prowess than Baltimore had seen in years, there were still voices of concern. The defense, which had been the linchpin of one of the more successful NFL franchises of the 21st century, was ranked ...Published on: 23rd September, 2009
As fans and the media alike get over the initial shock that the Ravens have an effective offense for once, let alone an explosive one, it becomes easier to break down what makes Joe Flacco and company so successful. And as the much-hyped “Wildcat” offense continues to leave an impact ...