If Chris Carr is now going to be forced into getting extended time at CB, Baltimore can not afford to have him returning kicks, or punts.

The Ravens simply could not afford to lose him from the Secondary.

If Ed Reed is back at Safety, you could use Tom Zbikowski some as a returner, as he had success with that at Notre Dame.

Zbikowski
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq0sSEJxlp8

However, if Zbikowski is forced to start at Safety for the 4th consecutive game, the Ravens would not in position to let him return kicks.

So who then?

Maybe Jalen Parmele?

How about Justin Harper?

Harper
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIyoNMITV00

Watching the youtube highlights of reserve DB Cary Williams, maybe it will be him. Big stride, for Williams, who looks to just eat up yards. I also see that Williams ran a 4.43 40 yard dash at the combine, and had a 32.5 inch vertical. With Williams being 6’1, 185 with speed, it might actually be interesting to see him get time as a Nickleback. He might have limited cover skills, but you can not teach athleticism, or size.

Williams
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrz7TE03168

That is four possible options for the Ravens aside from Carr, so this is certainly something to watch Sunday. There is no reason for the Ravens to put Carr in additional risk for injury. The most important thing is that whomever is back returning punts and kicks, secures the ball. However, getting additional yards is a valuable weapon that can not be dismissed.

Maybe you give a couple of guys chances Sunday, and see who looks the most confident with the lights on.

Chris Stoner
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Chris Stoner founded Baltimore Sports and Life in 2009. He has appeared as a radio guest with 1090 WBAL, 105.7 The Fan, CBS 1300, Q1370, WOYK 1350, WKAV 1400, and WNST 1570. He has also been interviewed by The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Business Journal, and PressBox (TV). As Owner, his responsibilities include serving as the Managing Editor, Publicist, & Sales Director.

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