by Mike Randall | Feb 4, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens
In a new series here at Baltimore Sports and Life, we’ll examine some of the leagues All-Pros, their talent, physical attributes, how they are being schemed, and discuss the attributes the Ravens need to be looking for at those positions. In addition, we can compare...
by Shawn Brubaker | Feb 2, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens
Those who remember the Rex Ryan and Chuck Pagano-era Ravens defenses fondly will be in for a treat during Super Bowl 50, when the Denver Broncos’ No. 1 rated defense squares off against the Carolina Panthers’ No. 6 rated defense. It’s true. Defense...
by Gabe Ferguson | Feb 2, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens
Dean Pees has been the focus of much fan animosity over the past couple of seasons. Whether or not he is deserving of so much scrutiny is a matter that can be debated, but it is certainly true that the defense has been a major reason for the team’s recent...
by Gabe Ferguson | Jan 28, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens, NFL Draft
In my last article, I highlighted two possible pass-rushers that the Ravens could take at #6 overall. The pass-rush is extremely important for any defense in today’s pass-happy NFL, but there are other ways to slow down an offense’s passing attack and it starts with...
by Mike Randall | Jan 28, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens
I introduced those of you who follow Baltimore Sports and Life to Z-Score back in 2014. We looked at many decades worth of players dating back to 1950. In 2014 we followed Z-Scores throughout the season to track who is worthy of the “elite” tag. For the second year in...
by Shawn Brubaker | Jan 26, 2016 | Baltimore Ravens
Von Miller is the edge rusher all 3-4 outside linebackers should aspire to be: blindingly quick first step, violent and unpredictable hand usage and a stable of moves that could qualify him for Dancing with the Stars. If the Ravens want to get back to prominence on...