[Blogs] ‘Meant A Lot’ For Pollard To Get First Start

[Guest ArmyRaven52]

[quote name='sami' timestamp='1318023242' post='818350']
I think pollard will be the starting safety from now on. He just needed to learn the 4-3. but that doesnt mean Zibby amf haku wont get plenty of game time.
Thats whats so good about this team. We can substitute so many people at so many positions its got to scare the [b]bejeebers[/b] outa the other teams.
Id like to see him add about 10 lbs of muscle too if he can do it without losing any speed.
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Magnificent use of "Bejeebers" lol.

[J.O.14]

Love watching this guy. Every time he hits someone he hits them as hard as he can. He brings it every play and he doesn't take any crap. If there is a scuffle you know 31 is in the middle of it. I think he brings a lot to our defense and just adds another big hitter. Excited to watch more of him.

[xXKingBmoreXx]

Great to see Bernard excel in this defense, #HeavyHitter

Go Ravens ! ! !

[Free Agent]

Now that he is adjusting to the 3-4 defense, we should start him. Zibby's been decent, but he hasn't impressed me in coverage. It's time to start Pollard regularly.

[cobrajet]

I like the physicality he bring to the strong safety position.

[marylandmike12]

[quote name='Purple&Black' timestamp='1318013453' post='818211']
does this mean he is starting the rest of the year, or just against certain teams, or just bc everyone was hurt at CB?
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i hope he starts

[marylandmike12]

[quote name='FerrariFan87' timestamp='1318018990' post='818284']
I hope "Angry Man" gets the start against his former team.
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hope he tears dem up

[marylandmike12]

[quote name='1 + 1 = 2' timestamp='1318019917' post='818304']
i love the difference in the packages we can run. My take on all three FS are as follows:

pollard - the worst in coverage, but best thumper. He hits the hardest, plays the run the best, and lays out anyone who comes over the middle.
nakamura - is the best pure cover safety, doesn't have the best instincts on the run
zibby - the best of both of both worlds. he is a quality player in both the run and pass and has the best chemistry with reed back there, hence the starter.

With having Ed always back there, depending on the scenario, we can throw a lot of different schemes and looks while keeping everyone fresh. I am very happy with the addition of bernard.
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wow ed and pollard pickin off to people

[marylandmike12]

2000 d vs 2011 d good question

[stixfix69]

I think we see more of Pollard against the more run oriented teams, and Zibby more against the more pass happy teams....But IMO Pollard should be the starter, as Zibby is built more as a FS....

[Billy2448]

I wanna see him light up some texan players. AND for Leach to clear the way for Rice! Two former Texans lighting up there former team!

[baltimorebeatdown410]

Pollard is a hard hitter and a decent coverage safety. beast

[Ravenk3n]

Man Bernard Pollard brings another element for people to fear on the Ravens-D, and Vontae Leach on offense

[AnarchyBlues]

I think Pollard should be the starter over Tom he's better if you notice TOM got beat on the kick of return. I don't like Tom Zbikowski. i don't think he's a great tackler, Pollard just brings the "IT" factor, and if you noticed with him starting out Defense was a hole new beast Tom should focus more on his boxing and less on football and just give his spot to Pollard.

[BillicksEGO]

Love Pollard, plays like a Raven. Can't wait til he's really comfortable back there, cause he brings the wood!!

[Mardela]

Pollard has been a great addition, Oz has really brought some tough hard nose ballers to the team.

[jek81791]

he should be the starter every snap for the rest of the season he knocks the [profanity deleted] out of everyone he tackles

[lastcallbaltimore]

I actually think he is an upgrade to Landry! has anyone even heard anything about him this season?

[deuce1595]

I totally agree, Pollard, "PLAYS LIKE A RAVEN" and that is the best compliment any football player can get. I will be surprised if Zibby and Nakamura ever get the starting job back from Pollard.

[respecttheRaven]

Bernard Pollard is a beast!! Period.

[grape drank]

Haven't really seen us get torn up either, mind you QB's have 3 seconds to throw the rock if not less.

[kuhl_ravens]

yeah this guy is awesome, were pretty spoiled at the safety position

[jsteudl]

It is nice when you have a whole team of "Starters". The Ravens are very deep in talent, this may be the best team ever.

[Nauticus3]

Pollard & Leach are our incredibly talented insiders to beating the Texans

[djaramillo09]

I can easily see Pollard being a Pro Bowler in the future, perfect complement to Ed Reed.

[Mystigo_Dragon]

We are ability-deep at Safety! It seems all across the board the Ravens have quality ballplayers! It's a great feeling to know that the "next man up" is savvy!

[PaPaJim]

Mr B, Oz, and Harbs have lived up to their word! They have built a championship team that will compete for the Lombardi trophy for years and years to come. Enjoy the ride, I sure am! Tomorrow it's time to root for the Titans and the Jets!

[coreyadams]

Pollard, you looking good out there.
You old team the Texans are up next, lets get Foster shut-down!

[JimA3_3]

"The Ward encounter" was worth a season ticket !!!

[RiseNconquer]

Pollard brings much needed physicality to the strong safety position. He makes our defense more formidable. What a great pick up!