Author: scottiggy

Ravens:
Wow! Everyone believed but me… of course that was after Bell was declared out for the game. Pittsburgh was NOT ready for that game. Without Bell, they literally had NO game plan, and Ben was not right after he got his “bell” rung. It was awesome hearing Seven Nations Army singing on the TV with a few minutes left. That was not the same inconsistent team that I watched all season long. They played a complete game against a decent team. Now, they have to bring that same game plan and intensity to another arch-rival. They key will be getting to Brady early and often. If he hears Suggs and Dumervil coming, he will rush his passes and take him off his game. Let’s bring it!

Ravens:
Rebounding from another near catastrophic start, the Ravens started playing football in the 4th quarter when it became apparent that San Diego’s string of luck had run out, and they had a realistic chance at making the playoffs. If the Ravens could play with that same sense of urgency for an entire game, I’d love to see the results. Instead, we travel to Pittsburgh for a first round playoff game, against a team that has never lost against a division rival in the playoffs, and also posted some ungodly numbers when they shredded our make shift secondary back in November. The Ravens have not improved since then, and anyone who expects different results will have another thing coming. Be glad that we made the playoffs, but you may want to close your eyes for what comes next.

Ravens:
The Ravens once again prove they can’t handle 2nd string (or worse) quarterbacks. After delivering one of the worst performances they have given in a long time, the Ravens now face Cleveland in a “must win, and pray” scenario that involves San Diego losing to Kansas City. With the way the Chargers have been playing lately (and the Chiefs for that matter), we are probably looking at another long off-season.

Ravens:
Disaster averted. The Ravens are now in the drivers seat of their destiny. 2 wins and they make the playoffs, probably in at least the number 5 seed. With a little bit of luck, we could be looking at a 4 seed. First things first though, we need to squirm through a tough Houston defense. Worse yet, Houston is being forced to start their backup QB, and the Raven’s history with backup and new QBs is less than stellar. We need to step up the game or be left in the dust.

Ravens:
After a dreadful first half where I shouted at the TV, even though I swore I’d only do that during squealor games, the Ravens bounced back and played football good enough to post a 2 score win. The Ravens can afford NO MORE halves like the first and expect to make the playoffs, regardless of the competition. If my math is correct, we can make the playoffs with 3 straight wins, which is perfectly do-able. The bigger question is whether or not we deserve it. Think carefully, because we could be headed for an embarrassing end to the season, one way or the other.

Ravens:
After unexpectedly beating the Saints, the Ravens even the score by flopping against the Chargers. Demonstrating a weak secondary, Rivers picked his receivers at will, with little to no pressure from the Ravens front that was making plays on the first series of downs, and not much afterwards. The Ravens did not play quality football, and the scoreboard showed it. They need to find themselves on the road in Miami against a team that struggles against the Jets on Monday night, but the sour taste in my mouth after Sunday will be hard to wash out, and could keep us out of the playoffs unless they can run the table.

Ravens:
Now I know why the Saints are 4-7. They can’t stop the run, and their offensive line is very suspect. Ravens win another game that they are supposed to win, despite the crappy broadcasters and even worse officiating crew. It is, what it is, and now we have a short, turkey filled week to prepare for the Chargers. At least it is at home, but every game is a must win from here on out with a stacked North Division where everyone is a contender for the play-offs and probably will be until week 17.

Ravens:
Well we didn’t lose anything in the bye week. Cleveland crapped the bed, while Cincinnati and pittsburgh both won, leaving us a half game behind the bungles and stealers, instead of the brownies. The bye week came at a great time, but can’t fix the fact that Brees will shred our Swiss cheese secondary like a hot knife through butter. I sure hope I am wrong, but if the likes of brainlessburger can rack up 6 TDs against us, imagine what a good QB is going to do?

Ravens:
Ravens did what they had to do, and what they have done all season. Eliminated an inferior opponent. It wasn’t easy. In fact, it was downright scary in the first quarter, but the Ravens buckled down and took care of business. They won’t be as lucky against the Saint’s in two week, when Brees will surgically disassemble our makeshift defense. The Ravens are 6-1 as the favorite this year, which means that the odds makers are usually right about who is going to win when it comes to the Ravens. We need to start finding ways of winning the games we shouldn’t if we wish to rise about the rest in the mediocre North division, where all the teams sit half a game apart.

Ravens:
Add Penalties and Turnovers to a large bowl. Stir. What do you get? DISASTER! Stupidity and incompetence ruled as the Ravens (5-4) dropped to last place in the division. The death omen was when a 2 point conversion was made on a botched extra point attempt. The Football Gods are NOT with you when that happens. With only 1 divisional game left, every game is a must win to recover the 0-2 record against Cincinnati, and the split with the squealers.