What The Steelers Should Be Worried About...

[thewarden86]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294714013' post='600739']
IDK, Our running game has suffered this year because of our O-Line. They've had their games but so has Mendenhall. Against the Chiefs we couldn't do squat in the run game until McGahee broke one out.
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I WAS surprised that Flacco was sacked as much as he was, but aside from one of them it seemed that he was holding the ball too long (something I know a little about lol).

[flynismo]

[quote name='Irish Girl' timestamp='1294704324' post='600469']<br /><font face="Arial Narrow"></font>In my opinion, this is what will help us win the game on Saturday:<br />1. Ed Reed's interceptions<br />2. Suggs's sacks<br />3. Rice's running<br />4. Mason and Heap being open for long catches! <br />what do you think we will and should do to win?<br />Go Ravens!!!<br />[/quote]



Same thing it always comes down to ... our OL and winning the situational and turnover battles.

[ravenswoman]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294714147' post='600742']
I WAS surprised that Flacco was sacked as much as he was, but aside from one of them it seemed that he was holding the ball too long (something I know a little about lol).
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Have you read the "Byrne Identity"?
http://www.baltimoreravens.com/News/Articles/2011/01/Byrne_Identity_-_Every_NFL_Team_Is_Flawed_In_Some_Way.aspx

Steelers/Ravens have a lot in common. Just swap out the names.
Ben is the big difference. Flacco is no Ben.....YET

[PuRock]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294714147' post='600742']
I WAS surprised that Flacco was sacked as much as he was, but aside from one of them[b] it seemed that he was holding the ball too long (something I know a little about lol)[/b].
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That's because all of our POSSESSION receivers are busy running streaks down the field. Seriously, Joe would be considered elite, if we used slants in the majority of our play calls.

They work so well against our type of defenses. Steelers have been punishing us for years with the quick slant. That AFCCG a few years ago, that's the majority of what they were using.

But yea Joe gets sacked a lot, but its better than throwing INTs.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='ravenswoman' timestamp='1294714324' post='600748']
Have you read the "Byrne Identity"?
[url="http://www.baltimoreravens.com/News/Articles/2011/01/Byrne_Identity_-_Every_NFL_Team_Is_Flawed_In_Some_Way.aspx"]http://www.baltimore...n_Some_Way.aspx[/url]

Steelers/Ravens have a lot in common. Just swap out the names.
Ben is the big difference. Flacco is no Ben.....YET
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Wow, good read, thanks.

Actually, I still think our defense is intimidating.

I'm sure there are things about us that scare you but things that may cancel them out.

For instance, Boldin and Mason plus Housh and Heap, frightens me, but Flacco doesn't. Ray Lewis and Suggs concern me but the CB's do not and Ed Reed has never been a factor (knocks wood). Ray Rice usually starts out hot, but then disappears and we get McGahee who has only made an impact inside the 5...., we just need to keep you away from there. lol

[thewarden86]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294714395' post='600751']
That's because all of our POSSESSION receivers are busy running streaks down the field. Seriously, Joe would be considered elite, if we used slants in the majority of our play calls.

They work so well against our type of defenses. Steelers have been punishing us for years with the quick slant. That AFCCG a few years ago, that's the majority of what they were using.

But yea Joe gets sacked a lot, but its better than throwing INTs.
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True. Did he or did he not throw a pick early in the Chiefs game? I thought I recall that he did but then heard someone say he threw no picks.

[lgcs27288]

no picks. it was close though.

[Ruairidh]

Hello all,
Kinda new here but well. I watched the game on Sunday from Dundee in scotland and while I am stil learning the rules and the players, ravens are still my team. My brother got married over in US and he got me my ravens shirt. Anyhew I thought the ravens did exceptional well against KC but there were a couple of tense moments were Flacco had to almost pick up the team and run himself as to say "By the way guys, this way to there goal line" if they are to win next weekend they will have to all play at there top effort as the teams are so evenly matched. Rantings of a Rookie over

[PuRock]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294714924' post='600756']
True. Did he or did he not throw a pick early in the Chiefs game? I thought I recall that he did but then heard someone say he threw no picks.
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There were two dangerous throws early on which could've been picks. Instead of holding onto the ball like he usually does, he tried to make some really tough throws.

[PuRock]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294715440' post='600767']
Hello all,
Kinda new here but well. I watched the game on Sunday from Dundee in scotland and while I am stil learning the rules and the players, ravens are still my team. My brother got married over in US and he got me my ravens shirt. Anyhew I thought the ravens did exceptional well against KC but there were a couple of tense moments were Flacco had to almost pick up the team and run himself as to say "By the way guys, this way to there goal line" if they are to win next weekend they will have to all play at there top effort as the teams are so evenly matched. Rantings of a Rookie over
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Welcome to the message board and to being a Ravens fan. You've chose a class organization to cheer for.

I don't know how long you've been watching the Ravens. But this upcoming game is a treat to all football fans.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='lgcs27288' timestamp='1294715370' post='600764']
no picks. it was close though.
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[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294715475' post='600768']
There were two dangerous throws early on which could've been picks. Instead of holding onto the ball like he usually does, he tried to make some really tough throws.
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Am I thinking of the Jets/Colts game then? Goal line pick? I must be. Sorry Flacco. lol

Okay, talking about it is starting to get me pumped up.

[Ruairidh]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294715619' post='600770']
Welcome to the message board and to being a Ravens fan. You've chose a class organization to cheer for.

I don't know how long you've been watching the Ravens. But this upcoming game is a treat to all football fans.
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This will be my third NFL game

[PuRock]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294715720' post='600774']
This will be my third NFL game
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Oh man. This game will get you hooked. It will be hard hitting. These two teams have the best rivalry in the NFL right now. FYI, to be a Ravens fan, you must hate the Steelers.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294715440' post='600767']
Hello all,
Kinda new here but well. I watched the game on Sunday from Dundee in scotland and while I am stil learning the rules and the players, ravens are still my team. My brother got married over in US and he got me my ravens shirt. Anyhew I thought the ravens did exceptional well against KC but there were a couple of tense moments were Flacco had to almost pick up the team and run himself as to say "By the way guys, this way to there goal line" if they are to win next weekend they will have to all play at there top effort as the teams are so evenly matched. Rantings of a Rookie over
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lol. I like this guy. Can we have him? Welcome aboard from a Steelers fan.

*cheers*

[PuRock]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294715660' post='600771']
[b]Am I thinking of the Jets/Colts game then? Goal line pick? I must be. Sorry Flacco. lol[/b]

Okay, talking about it is starting to get me pumped up.
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Probably, Sanchez played like crap. I hate how he'll be credited with a playoff win. But in reality the Jets won despite what Sanchez did. Sanchez should get a post season loss for that game.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294715863' post='600777']
Oh man. This game will get you hooked. It will be hard hitting. These two teams have the best rivalry in the NFL right now. [b]FYI, to be a Ravens fan, you must hate the Steelers.[/b]
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Very true, as is the reverse. However, since he's so new to the game he may wish until AFTER Saturday before swearing any allegiances.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294715935' post='600780']
Probably, Sanchez played like crap. I hate how he'll be credited with a playoff win. But in reality the Jets won despite what Sanchez did. Sanchez should get a post season loss for that game.
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Don't get me started. I would love another shot at them.

[ravenswoman]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294714712' post='600753']
Wow, good read, thanks.

Actually, I still think our defense is intimidating.

I'm sure there are things about us that scare you but things that may cancel them out.

For instance, Boldin and Mason plus Housh and Heap, frightens me, but Flacco doesn't. Ray Lewis and Suggs concern me but the CB's do not and Ed Reed has never been a factor (knocks wood). Ray Rice usually starts out hot, but then disappears and we get McGahee who has only made an impact inside the 5...., we just need to keep you away from there. lol
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Weird, when I watch a Steelers/Ravens game, I don't feel the intimidation of you defense, as much as frustration over Flacco's learning curve.
I guess my biggest fear is Ben. He knows how to come back and win a game. Troy, Ward, whoever..I think Ben is the x facter between the two teams.

Right now, I think you should be worried about Ray and Suggs. The D have kicked it up a notch lately./

[PuRock]

[quote name='ravenswoman' timestamp='1294716286' post='600790']
Weird, when I watch a Steelers/Ravens game, I don't feel the intimidation of you defense, as much as frustration over Flacco's learning curve.
I guess my biggest fear is Ben. He knows how to come back and win a game. Troy, Ward, whoever..I think Ben is the x facter between the two teams.

Right now, I think you should be worried about Ray and Suggs. The D have kicked it up a notch lately./
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I really do believe Suggs has the game of his career. He's been getting better and better as the season progresses, tack on the fact that its a playoff game against the one team he plays the best against us and ******BOOM****** Man is going to be in a zone of his own.

[Ruairidh]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294715951' post='600781']
Very true, as is the reverse. However, since he's so new to the game he may wish until AFTER Saturday before swearing any allegiances.
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No way, RAVENS RULE

[PuRock]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294716437' post='600794']
No way, RAVENS RULE
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Yeah Warden, Ravens Rule!

We've got a keeper here. Trust me don't got to the darkside and rout for the Steelers. Everbody that knows nothing usually does. The Ravens are a real team, with a real fan base.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294716437' post='600794']
No way, RAVENS RULE
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[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294716545' post='600797']
Yeah Warden, Ravens Rule!

We've got a keeper here. Trust me don't got to the darkside and rout for the Steelers. Everbody that knows nothing usually does. The Ravens are a real team, with a real fan base.
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Yawn. ...and a history that dates back nearly 16 years!!!! lol


Okay, I won't STEEL him but he should know that the Steelers are one of the most significant franchises in NFL history.

[PuRock]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294716753' post='600801']
Yawn. ...and a history that dates back nearly 16 years!!!! lol


Okay, I won't STEEL him but he should know that the Steelers are one of the most significant franchises in NFL history.
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Out with the old, in with the new. We play with young moxy, not like 'we had to walk 15 miles in the snow to get to school'.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1294716859' post='600803']
Out with the old, in with the new. We play with young moxy, not like 'we had to walk 15 miles in the snow to get to school'.
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Nope. You can fly in planes or drive in buses to get to Heinz Field where we will school you.

[ravenswoman]

Yep in with the new, here we come baby!

[Shammy]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294714147' post='600742']
it seemed that he was holding the ball too long (something I know a little about lol).
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yea cause the WR arent getting open fast enough on a lot of plays

[Ruairidh]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294716753' post='600801']
Yawn. ...and a history that dates back nearly 16 years!!!! lol


Okay, I won't STEEL him but he should know that the Steelers are one of the most significant franchises in NFL history.
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This is one of the great things about following a sport that aint big here in scotland, I can choose a team on the fact I like how they play and there spirit and not because they have a huge history or a big franchise.

[thewarden86]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294717126' post='600812']
This is one of the great thing about following a sport that aint big here in scotland, I can choose a team on the fact I i like how thy play and there spirit and not because they have a huge history or a big franchise.
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Well, you're going to swear you're watching the same team wear two different uniforms on Saturday.

By-the-way, you could have chosen any team you wanted here in the U.S. as well. I live in NY Giants/NY Jets territory just north of Eagles territory. The Eagles and Giants have an even longer history in the NFL. I just happened to grow up in the 70's.

[PuRock]

[quote name='Ruairidh' timestamp='1294717126' post='600812']
This is one of the great things about following a sport that aint big here in scotland, I can choose a team on the fact I like how they play and there spirit and not because they have a huge history or a big franchise.
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To be fair, like Warden said, these two teams are of the same mold. One is a storied franchise, the other a young successful one. Both these teams emphasize defense, have tough QBs and great coaches (except OC).

[flynismo]

[quote name='thewarden86' timestamp='1294715866' post='600778']
lol. I like this guy. Can we have him? Welcome aboard from a Steelers fan.

*cheers*
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Dont need your ilk tainting the fresh meat. [img]http://ravens.cdn.ipslink.com/public/style_emoticons/default/dry.gif[/img]



To the new member-

Welcome aboard! And remember, Steelers are Satan's team.