Exactly. I used to go there to read what's been happening and then I would go to the forum to see the football talk. I don't think the writers deserve some of the hate that they get. I would appreciate some deeper analysis from them every once in a while, but I never expect it from them.
Seriously. That's ridiculous.
Not sure why, but this cracked me up.
I was referring more to the fact that they work for the Ravens and the idea that they should have more information than other writers. Anybody had access to the forums, that doesn't mean they're lucky enough to have access to what's going on.
Wow, can't believe Mink argued from that perspective. i do agree they don't offer much from the way of X's & O's, but that's what the forum is for. Ravens reporters aren't that good overall. I would argue that the city of Baltimore due to it's small market probably isn't what these sports writers/reporters are looking for. They want a large market and the better reporters go that route. You still have to start someplace and I'm surprised we don't have more talent.
I saw that and I couldn't believe he said that. Playing in big games and playing well are totally different. Yes Hurst showed improved numbers towards the end of last season but saying the reason they are good with him at RT is due to him playing in big games is totally off base.
Exactly. I've watched all of his snaps against New York. His pass blocking set has shown improvement. It wasn't perfect by any means, and he still had moments where he either essentially back-pedaled or regressed back to the old habits of short-setting, stepping up to engage, leaning into the defender and walking with them on their way to the QB. But overall, his kick slide was better and he was more patient with regards to timing his punch. His coordination is still a serious issue and he plays closer to replacement level, but the improvement is what I would harp on as well. Not the fact that he's simply been involved in big games, which gives little context on a player's actual value and performance within those games. The best possible move for a player who's shown some improvement after struggling mightily is to depend on them as a potential surprise and bring in another player to compete for the position in case the surprise never comes.
