Updated: Ray Rice Vomiting At Hotel

[PWNEDbyDEANO]

[quote name='edreedfromtheu' timestamp='1295076154' post='604362']
[b]Seeing as how the way to beat the Steelers is to pass the ball... I was thinking McGahee should be starting and getting the most snaps anyway. He's a MUCH better blocker than Rice. And when we do run... he's really not a dropoff at all.

The first priority in this game is to pick up the blitz though, and McGahee is definitely better than Rice in that area.[/b]

We can run, especially when we have the lead in the 4th quarter... but I look forward to seeing the Ravens keep 3 receivers out there all game long, and just stretch that defense out all game. Wouldn't mind some 4 receiver sets with Stallworth in there either! Mark Clayton and Demetrius Williams proved you can beat Polamolu in man-to-man deep. Let's see it! Force Troy to have to drop back. Don't let him dance around the line of scrimmage.
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I agree, but Rice isn't bad at picking up blitzes. I personally think the biggest drop off is that whenever Flacco has to check down, McGahee isn't as big a threat as Rice. He is a threat of course, as we saw against the Dolphins, just not quite as lethal as Rice.

I hope he plays to an extent, but doesn't try to overdo it early on and make himself too bad to play all game.

[PuRock]

If it's just Ray Rice I'm not to wooried. Willis McGahee I think could shine in this one. I'm just hoping others aren't waking up this morning feeling the same affects.

[757RavensFan]

Rice just tweeted, "I'm feeling a lot better!"

[AsianRice]

[quote name='757RavensFan' timestamp='1295096789' post='604405']
Rice just tweeted, "I'm feeling a lot better!"
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great news! I'm pumped for today game......

[PuRock]

[quote name='757RavensFan' timestamp='1295096789' post='604405']
Rice just tweeted, "I'm feeling a lot better!"
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That's cool. I was worried about the KC players tackling Ray Rice while sneezing in his face.

But if he just started feeling the affects of this on Friday it couldn't be from KC. Must've been the bad burrito he ate.

[Pitts200]

[quote name='PWNEDbyDEANO' timestamp='1295095439' post='604392']
I agree, but Rice isn't bad at picking up blitzes. I personally think the biggest drop off is that whenever Flacco has to check down, McGahee isn't as big a threat as Rice. He is a threat of course, as we saw against the Dolphins, just not quite as lethal as Rice.

I hope he plays to an extent, but doesn't try to overdo it early on and make himself too bad to play all game.
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Good post, as often as Flacco uses his check down, Rice will be a big lose in the backfield. The Steelers have had problems tackling Rice in the past. The stats may not show it but 1 on 1 out of the backfield, Rice provides many more problems. McGahee just isn't as dynamic. (Not saying he's bad, just saying comparatively to Rice)

I hope he's fine for the game, I hate when a star player is missing, definitely no fun.

[1/28/01]

Glad to hear Rice is feeling better, although, I still hope we throw in a good, healthy mix of McGahee!

[Tighthead420]

Great....so when the offense is anemic and unable to move the ball Cam has a nice scapegoat.

It must have been those nasty Pimanti Brothers sandwiches.


The puking-squirts are usually the worst of these types of illnesses. This sounds like just a little stomach bug. Even so, he's an NFL player...I have the utmost confidence that he will play and be fine.

[FerrariFan87]

[quote name='Purple Nurple' timestamp='1295063524' post='604280']
This is Ray Rice, people. We are playing the Steelers to move on in the playoffs........He'll be just fine.
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Agreed... a minor set back at worst.

[1/28/01]

[quote name='Tighthead420' timestamp='1295100849' post='604443']
Great....so when the offense is anemic and unable to move the ball Cam has a nice scapegoat.

It must have been those nasty Pimanti Brothers sandwiches.


The puking-squirts are usually the worst of these types of illnesses. This sounds like just a little stomach bug. Even so, he's an NFL player...I have the utmost confidence that he will play and be fine.
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A little immodium will take care of that....

[PuRock]

[quote name='1/28/01' timestamp='1295101079' post='604447']
A little immodium will take care of that....
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If we see Ray Rice running off the field into the tunnel in a hurry. We'll all be like 'ahhhhh'.

Good thing they gave us advance notice of Ray's illness.

[JonM229]

Maybe we'll see some in the huddle puking ala McNabb in the Super Bowl

[TheRavenouseD2008]

not scared Rice is a equalizer but Willis is the Steeler burner remember he wants revenge for 2 years ago

[AsianRice]

[quote name='PuRock' timestamp='1295104813' post='604473']
If we see Ray Rice running off the field into the tunnel in a hurry. We'll all be like 'ahhhhh'.

Good thing they gave us advance notice of Ray's illness.
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I think it's the other way around. Popping several Immodium tablets will keep him in check for several days. He might even miss diarrhea...lol

[TheRavenouseD2008]

he vomited cause he saw his stats last time the only cure is a 300 yard game for rice

[Irish Girl]

I don't know if they would have him on the injury list already, I don't think they would, but he's not on there, so let's hope he can play.

[Irish Girl]

[quote name='TheRavenouseD2008' timestamp='1295108123' post='604519']
not scared Rice is a equalizer but Willis is the Steeler burner remember he wants revenge for 2 years ago
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that was a ridiculous hit...he does want revenge and I'm sure he will get it! If he doesn't, another Raven will for him!

[BloodRaven]

Maybe we should go smashmouth with Willis, we need to bang on Polamalu while he's in his "probable" state.

[omar586]

i swear to god y'all, i was thinking about this like two days ago, i was thinking what if somebody slip some to the ravens food or something that would make them sick or sleepy for game day, and i was like nah, that wouldn't happen, but the reality is it could happen, there's some people out their that would take things seriously, especially in this huge rivalry.

[McBoller]

He probably has the stomach bug that everyone has been getting. It usually only lasts 24hrs. He'll be fine.

[Militant X 1]

Ray will be fine! there's been a virus that have been floating around state to state. i had it a few days back. but, McGahee and McClain got his back! i also believe that Mason, Housh and Heap will be beasting in this game as well!

[bce086]

[quote name='omar586' timestamp='1295112603' post='604582']
i swear to god y'all, i was thinking about this like two days ago, i was thinking what if somebody slip some to the ravens food or something that would make them sick or sleepy for game day, and i was like nah, that wouldn't happen, but the reality is it could happen, there's some people out their that would take things seriously, especially in this huge rivalry.
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Please tell me you are kidding....

[cuervodoro]

Vomiting is one thing, and GI related illnesses are often euphemeral.

Let's hope he is not running fever, and other complications as well.

If stomach pain, it should pass with the 34' rest, and rehydration.

Also, Raven, think out of sight out of mind. The psychlogical factor is involved.

Whatever the source, Ravens on major Play-off scenarios should have their own meals, and nutritionist counselors on hand.

Since intentional food-poisoning is speculation; we can only learn from the experience and consider any and all possibilities.

Taking added safety precautions will be necessary hence forth; against incidental or diliberate cases.

[ryan23945]

[quote name='BloodRaven' timestamp='1295110323' post='604550']
Maybe we should go smashmouth with Willis, we need to bang on Polamalu while he's in his "probable" state.
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[url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d3R5aVR4K0"]like this?[/url]

thats all i think about when i hear ppl talk about mcgahee bein a steeler killer

[Jen13]

[quote name='ravenswoman' timestamp='1295067866' post='604304']
Has the NFL heard of the flu shot?
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Lol..the flu shot is not for the stomach flu.

[Irish Girl]

[quote name='omar586' timestamp='1295112603' post='604582']
i swear to god y'all, i was thinking about this like two days ago, i was thinking what if somebody slip some to the ravens food or something that would make them sick or sleepy for game day, and i was like nah, that wouldn't happen, but the reality is it could happen, there's some people out their that would take things seriously, especially in this huge rivalry.
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I doubt that's what happened. Something's been going around the team and he probably just got that. I'm not saying that people take things seriously...but if someone did that, they'd just be shallow and desperate for a win. And, they would've gone for Lewis, Reed or Flacco, not Rice.

[ravenswoman]

[quote name='Jen13' timestamp='1295120734' post='604715']
Lol..the flu shot is not for the stomach flu.
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Didn't realize it was just (well not just) the stomach flu.

Go Ravens!

[HarleypsychRN]

I'd like to see alot more Air Flacco today anyway!

[Jen13]

[quote name='ravenswoman' timestamp='1295121390' post='604728']
Didn't realize it was just (well not just) the stomach flu.

Go Ravens!
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Yeah they said that he just had a stomach virus.

[Ed_Reed20]

[quote name='ryan23945' timestamp='1295119010' post='604688']
[url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d3R5aVR4K0"]like this?[/url]

thats all i think about when i hear ppl talk about mcgahee bein a steeler killer
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So wait, that one hit negates all the TDs he's scored against the Steelers in his career?