You Pick the Team presented by New Era

[Admin 3]

It's back for the fifth year in a row...

Think you know your Ravens? Now you can prove it in the [b]You Pick the Team presented by New Era[/b] contest! The first person who predicts the 53-man roster that most closely resembles the Ravens' September 1st roster wins a [b]trip for two to San Diego to watch the Ravens play the Chargers[/b] on Sunday, November 25th plus [b]three (3) all-new Ravens New Era hats and two (2) New Era drawstring bags[/b]! The prize includes round-trip airfare from Baltimore to San Diego, 3-day/2-night hotel accommodations, transportation to and from the airport and game and two tickets.

ENTER HERE: [url="http://www.baltimoreravens.com/YouPickTheTeam"][b]http://www.baltimoreravens.com/YouPickTheTeam[/b][/url]

[Alexir]

This is gonna get tricky with all of those offensive linemen not standing out.

[Dubs]

darn, this should really be open to Canadians!

[Moderator 3]

It's real tricky to wait long enough to account for August signings but still be the first entry with the closest roster.

[PuRock]

San Diego would be nice in November. But then again, traveling on the Thanksgiving holiday weekend would be a nightmare.

[JO_75]

[quote name='Moderator 3' timestamp='1343941047' post='1108929']
It's real tricky to wait long enough to account for August signings but still be the first entry with the closest roster.
[/quote]

Yeah I know, if you wait too long then you risk having to lose in a tiebreaker if someone else has the same roster as you and he put his in earlier. I'll probably put mine in after they cut it down to 75.

I believe besides the OL, QB is going to be tricky because we don't know if they will keep both Painter and Taylor.

[hawkprey]

Everyone remember to include Edgar Jones, Jalen Parmele, Plaxico Burress, Murk McJiggins, and Kyle Boller!

I'm off to write the winning ballot.

[cobrajet]

I am feeling pretty good with about all but two of my predictions which my end up coming down to a coin toss and hoping for the best.

[TreTheRaven]

After the last time the Ravens played in San Diego ...

I'm not so sure about this.

[JoeCool1983]

So, since this is the Opening Day Roster, I'd assume it's safe to leave Suggs off since he's on Injured Reserve, and Ryan McBean off since he's suspended the 1st 4 games. That means we'll carry 2 extra players who will be cut or sent to the practice squad once Suggs and McBean return.

[JoeCool1983]

Just made my picks.

Offense

[u]Quarterbacks[/u] [u]Running Backs[/u] [u]Offensive Line[/u]
Joe Flacco Anthony Allen Matt Birk
Tyrod Taylor Vonta Leach Justin Boren
Bernard Pierce Jack Cornell
[u]Wide Receivers[/u] Ray Rice Gino Gradkowski
Anquan Boldin Bryant McKinnie
Tandon Doss [u]Tight Ends[/u] Michael Oher
Jacoby Jones Ed Dickson Kelechi Osemele
Torrey Smith Davon Drew Jah Reid
Tommy Streeter Dennis Pitta Bobbie Williams
Deonte Thompson Marshal Yanda
LaQuan Williams


Defense

[u]Secondary[/u] [u]Linebackers[/u] [u]Defesnive Line[/u]

Chykie Brown Brendan Ayanbadejo Terrence Cody
Sean Considine Josh Bynes Arthur Jones
Danny Gorrer Danell Ellerbe Pernell McPhee
Corey Graham Sergio Kindle Haloti Ngata
Bernard Pollard Paul Kruger Ma'ake Kemoeatu
Ed Reed Ray Lewis
Jimmy Smith Jameel McClain
Christian Thompson Albert McClellan
Lardarius Webb Courtney Upshaw
Cary Williams

[u]Specialists[/u]
Morgan Cox
Billy Cundiff
Sam Koch

[blitzking33]

[quote name='JoeCool1983' timestamp='1343971995' post='1109216']
Just made my picks.

Offense

[u]Quarterbacks[/u] [u]Running Backs[/u] [u]Offensive Line[/u]
Joe Flacco Anthony Allen Matt Birk
Tyrod Taylor Vonta Leach Justin Boren
Bernard Pierce Jack Cornell
[u]Wide Receivers[/u] Ray Rice Gino Gradkowski
Anquan Boldin Bryant McKinnie
Tandon Doss [u]Tight Ends[/u] Michael Oher
Jacoby Jones Ed Dickson Kelechi Osemele
Torrey Smith Davon Drew Jah Reid
Tommy Streeter Dennis Pitta Bobbie Williams
Deonte Thompson Marshal Yanda
LaQuan Williams


Defense

[u]Secondary[/u] [u]Linebackers[/u] [u]Defesnive Line[/u]

Chykie Brown Brendan Ayanbadejo Terrence Cody
Sean Considine Josh Bynes Arthur Jones
Danny Gorrer Danell Ellerbe Pernell McPhee
Corey Graham Sergio Kindle Haloti Ngata
Bernard Pollard Paul Kruger Ma'ake Kemoeatu
Ed Reed Ray Lewis
Jimmy Smith Jameel McClain
Christian Thompson Albert McClellan
Lardarius Webb Courtney Upshaw
Cary Williams

[u]Specialists[/u]
Morgan Cox
Billy Cundiff
Sam Koch
[/quote]

7 WRs and only 5 DL? I think Nigel Carr will make the squad over Josh Bynes. Brian Hall will be on the 53 man squad. I don't think we'll carry 7 CBs, I think Gorrer goes. Tucker over Cundiff.

[Dubs]

Is there any chance to make an international competition for a hat or t-shirt or something? I know we have alot of international fans on the boards and think it may be a good idea...plus I really wanna give it a go.

[Dfence4champs2052]

[quote name='Alexir' timestamp='1343937237' post='1108895']
This is gonna get tricky with all of those offensive linemen not standing out.
[/quote]


Agreed and with random nicks and bruises poppin up its going to hard to determine who the starters will be.

[The King]

I've made my picks. If nothing else I don't want to lose on a tiebreaker if, by some miracle, I get the roster right.

[PeRK82]

Think i was kind brave, i picked Tucker over Cundiff. Actually i think it was a great idea, Tucker can Punt too.

Sorry Cundiff, but Your Outta Here, you have a crazy football IQ but i think alot of people in the F.O. made up their mind about you after your Infamous Kick. I don't think you would be gone but you missed alot of key FG at key moments. Everyone forgets about the SEAHAWKS game, think you missed 3. I know it was atleast 2 and that could have made the game alot easier.

[PeRK82]

[quote name='Moderator 3' timestamp='1343941047' post='1108929']
It's real tricky to [b]wait long enough to account for August signings[/b] but still be the first entry with the closest roster.
[/quote]


LOLOL, Maybe i should have waited another Week atleast but hey, i feel good about my picks.

I think i would rather have Two ,2 home games tickets instead but im not complaining.( i hate flying, sucks) Plus im sure i wouldn't have any trouble of trading with a season ticket holder.

[PeRK82]

[quote name='Dubs' timestamp='1344021785' post='1109548']
Is there any chance to make an international competition for a hat or t-shirt or something? I know we have alot of international fans on the boards and think it may be a good idea...plus I really wanna give it a go.
[/quote]

You can still make picks just for Bragging rights. I don't see why you couldn't. If you win, i ll send you some of my personal Bengals @ RAVENS Pictures ( the first meeting this past season ). I gotta a couple of decent pics. and i havn't posted any of them either.

[PeRK82]

[quote name='JoeCool1983' timestamp='1343971995' post='1109216']
Just made my picks.

Offense

[u]Quarterbacks[/u] [u]Running Backs[/u] [u]Offensive Line[/u]
Joe Flacco Anthony Allen Matt Birk
Tyrod Taylor Vonta Leach Justin Boren
Bernard Pierce Jack Cornell
[u]Wide Receivers[/u] Ray Rice Gino Gradkowski
Anquan Boldin Bryant McKinnie
Tandon Doss [u]Tight Ends[/u] Michael Oher
Jacoby Jones Ed Dickson Kelechi Osemele
Torrey Smith Davon Drew Jah Reid
Tommy Streeter Dennis Pitta Bobbie Williams
Deonte Thompson Marshal Yanda
LaQuan Williams


Defense

[u]Secondary[/u] [u]Linebackers[/u] [u]Defesnive Line[/u]

Chykie Brown Brendan Ayanbadejo Terrence Cody
Sean Considine Josh Bynes Arthur Jones
Danny Gorrer Danell Ellerbe Pernell McPhee
Corey Graham Sergio Kindle Haloti Ngata
Bernard Pollard Paul Kruger Ma'ake Kemoeatu
Ed Reed Ray Lewis
Jimmy Smith Jameel McClain
Christian Thompson Albert McClellan
Lardarius Webb Courtney Upshaw
Cary Williams

[u]Specialists[/u]
Morgan Cox
[b]Billy Cundiff [/b]
Sam Koch
[/quote]

[b]I picked Tucker,[/b][b] LOGAN PAYNE, I THINK I PICKED D.REED and i have a few more D.linemen. I think i only picked 7 or maybe 8 Wr, which is possible that we might have more ( think they will play special teams). [/b][b]Think i might be short by 1 on a CB though.[/b]

[PeRK82]

[quote name='JoeCool1983' timestamp='1343969801' post='1109208']
So, since this is the Opening Day Roster, I'd assume [b]it's safe to leave Suggs off[/b] since he's on Injured Reserve, and Ryan McBean off since he's suspended the 1st 4 games. That means we'll carry 2 extra players who will be cut or sent to the practice squad once Suggs and McBean return.
[/quote]


Dam, i didn't even think about that, i have Suggs on there now. CRap !!

[Moderator 3]

Note: this is for the roster on September 1, not opening day. A fine distinction, but it "protects" you from those last minute roster changes made after the teams all make their cut to 53.

[Crabcakes&Football]

I can't help but feel I turned it in too early. I'm banking on Ozzie using our cap towards a Flacco deal instead of more free agents.

[PDO]

[quote name='Dubs' timestamp='1344021785' post='1109548']
Is there any chance to make an international competition for a hat or t-shirt or something? I know we have alot of international fans on the boards and think it may be a good idea...plus I really wanna give it a go.
[/quote]

Canadian here who is choked that I can't get involved.

[ravefan52]

Do I select guys who I think will be on PUP?

[Yatagarasu]

[quote name='PDO' timestamp='1344234001' post='1110919']
Canadian here who is choked that I can't get involved.
[/quote]

Just find someone in the U.S. and use their address. If you win, just give one of the hats as payment and pay Fedex to deliver the rest to your place.

[gabefergy]

There are about 5-6 spots I'm still not sure about.

[Bmoresmashface]

Can Anyone help me with some info./answers? If a player is on the P.U.P. list when the Final Roster is locked at 53, is THAT Player on the Roster? How many weeks does a player have to sit out if THAT player starts the season on the P.U.P. List? Are players on Injured Reserve on the Roster? If a Player starts the season on I.R., is THAT Player inelligable for the Entire season? What is the Max. number of Players that can be on the Practice Squad? And YES I am filling out my List for the contest! I don't know about anyone else, but I think the Back-up QB and Kicker Positions are toss-ups! Thank You in advance to anyone who can/will supply me with info. and/or answers. Bmoresmashface

[ravefan52]

[quote name='Bmoresmashface' timestamp='1345591273' post='1125501']
Can Anyone help me with some info./answers? If a player is on the P.U.P. list when the Final Roster is locked at 53, is THAT Player on the Roster? How many weeks does a player have to sit out if THAT player starts the season on the P.U.P. List? Are players on Injured Reserve on the Roster? If a Player starts the season on I.R., is THAT Player inelligable for the Entire season? What is the Max. number of Players that can be on the Practice Squad? And YES I am filling out my List for the contest! I don't know about anyone else, but I think the Back-up QB and Kicker Positions are toss-ups! Thank You in advance to anyone who can/will supply me with info. and/or answers. Bmoresmashface
[/quote]
Don't know the answers to all those, but I'm pretty sure we don't include guys on PUP. I also think PUP players cant play till week 8. IR lasts the whole year, 8 players are allowed on the practice squad, but have to be waived by all other 31 teams.

[JO_75]

Well first cuts are on the way Monday and I'm certain that any roster that has Cundiff on it is already not going to win lol.

Though I really wish Curtis Painter and Tyrod would stop making it hard on me(and most likely everyone else) when trying to figure out if we'll keep 3 or 2 quarterbacks. I'm tempted at this point to say we are keeping 3 QBs.

[gabefergy]

[quote name='JO_75' timestamp='1345909533' post='1129441']
Well first cuts are on the way Monday and I'm certain that any roster that has Cundiff on it is already not going to win lol.

Though I really wish Curtis Painter and Tyrod would stop making it hard on me(and most likely everyone else) when trying to figure out if we'll keep 3 or 2 quarterbacks. I'm tempted at this point to say we are keeping 3 QBs.
[/quote]
I dont see why we would keep Painter. Tyrod has showed in the past and once again showed in the Jags game he is capable, I'd rather haev an extra LB or DB.