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[acosta2277]

Your probably all sick of me by now... But i dont care. So here are my predictions.

Off-Season Predictions:

Resign:
Dannell Ellerbe, ILB
Paul Kruger, OLB
Joe Flacco, QB

Release:
Cary Williams, CB- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Ma’ake Kemoeatu, DT- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Ryan McBean, DE- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Sean Considine, S- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Bryant McKinnie, OT- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Bobbie Williams, OG- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Sergio Kindle, OLB- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Chris Johnson, CB- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
David Reed, WR- CUT/DON'T RESIGN
Matt Birk, C- RETIRE
Ray Lewis, MLB- RETIRE
Ed Reed, S- RETIRE

Sign FA’s:
Ricardo Lockette, WR (SF) 6-2 210lbs
Jermon Bushrod, LT (NO) 6-5 315lbs
Will Hill, FS (NYG) 6-1 210lbs
Sammie Lee Hill (DET) 6-4 330lbs


Rd. Name, Pos. (Ht. Wt.) School-
Assuming the Ravens Receive a 4th, 5th, and 2 6th Round Picks for All of the Free Agent Loses

1. Matt Elam, S (5-10 205lbs) Florida- Even with Reed saying he wants to play another year, I believe he isnt worth the money anymore, we let him walk, and we start a slight re-building process. Anyway... Elam's biggest asset is his athleticism. His combination of strength, speed and quickness allows him to line up all over the field. Elam seems to be extremely competitive and really shows up for big games. When he makes contact, Elam can deliver some huge hits. He is a threat to pick it off, as he possesses solid hands and appears to have good jumping ability.

2. Kawann Short, DT (6-3 315lbs) Purdue- Short has a nice combination of quickness and strength. He is strong at the point of attack and is a stout run defender. Offensive linemen can't push Short around, as he holds his ground. Off the snap of the ball, Short has impressive initial quickness to fire into his gap. He is capable of beating guards with his quickness and commands extra blocking attention on the interior of the line.

3. Cornellius (Tank) Carradine, DE/OLB (6-4 265lbs) FSU- “Tank” Carradine aside from his already awesome name. He has great hand play, and un-believable power. He explodes off the ball, and his versatility is no joke. He could easily play the 3-4 DE or OLB positions. Tank suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Which will lower his draft stock to the late 3rd, early 4th round.

4. Terron Armstead, OT (6-5 305lbs) Arkansas-Pine Bluff- Armstead is one of the smoothest offensive line prospects I’ve ever seen from the small school levels, and with his natural talent and reported 4.7-4.8 forty yard time, he’ll shoot up draft boards. He sets up on the move very well, balanced kick slide and gets great depth from there. But most intriguingly, they ask him to pull and make blocks in-line and out in front quite a bit for an offensive tackle. He shows great balance as he gets downfield, positions his body extremely well, and keeps good inside hand placement.

4. Chris Harper, WR (6-1 230lbs) Kansas State- He has excellent overall size, and as a former quarterback is pretty smart about route running. He’s improving his overall game and comfortability at the receiver position. Does a good job using his size to win one-on-one battles. He also has the speed to burn you down feild. As a receiver he definitely is capable of making big plays. Snatches the ball well and is a pretty reliable receiver.

5. Josh Boyd, DE/DT (6-3 300lbs) Mississippi State- Used to playing DE in a 3-4 on either side, as well as the NT position. This is the guy at DT that won't cost that high of a draft pick.

5. Zaviar Gooden, ILB/OLB (6-2 230lbs) Missouri- Gooden's unique athleticism has drawn comparisons to former Missouri star (and current Atlanta Falcons standout) Sean Weatherspoon. Thus far, however, he relies on his speed to be in position to make plays, too often taking false steps or attempting to run around blocks. He's physical and feisty, however, and his athleticism and experience at safety make him a potentially unique weapon in coverage.

6. Tyrann Mathieu, CB/S (5-9 180lbs) None- The unique attributes that allows Mathieu to be such a force are his instincts. He does a tremendous job of reading an offense and getting in position to make plays. Mathieu is always around the ball. The aggresive corner is a physical hitter and plays much bigger than his size. He has a real knack to strip the ball free from ball carriers. In the college game, Mathieu has good coverage as a cornerback. He doesn't get beat deep or allow much separation.

6. John Sullen, OG (6-4 340lbs)Auburn- He has played many positions on the offensive line, and has been great at all of them. He has great streangth, and hand play, for a man of his size.

6. Zach Sudfeld, TE (6-6 260lbs) Nevada- Sudfeld is very raw but he shows that he is a hard worker and has room to grow. Sudfeld needs to put on weight for sure but has great height, which can’t be taught. He comes from a TE blocking scheme, which seems to be a lost art in the National Football League. Willing to give up his body and sacrifice himself for the team. He also has great speed and athleticism.

7. Quanterus Smith, OLB (6-5 250lbs) Western Kentucky- Quanterus Smith is an underrated player who does a good job generating pressure on the quarterback. He's a very good athlete with the quickness and balance to employ a wide range of pass-rush moves. His best fit would be as an attacking outside linebacker in a 3-4 alignment. Luckily for him thats a system we can put him in. And in my opinion one of the best pass rushers in the draft.

Notable Undrafted players:
Dan Molls, ILB (6-1 230lbs) Toledo
Quinton Dial, DE/DT (6-5 305lbs) Alabama
Chris Thompson, RB (5-8 190lbs) Florida State
Rashad Ross, WR (6-0 175lbs) Arizona State
James Ferentz, C (6-2 290lbs) Iowa
Brian Mulroe, OG (6-4 295lbs) Northwestern
T.J. Barnes, DT (6-6 345lbs) Georgia Tech
Keelan Johnson, FS (6-0 200lbs) Arizona State
Ramon Buchanan, OLB (6-1 230lbs) Miami


*Bold=New
Line-Up:
QB: Flacco/Taylor/Dixon
RB: Rice/Pierce/Allen
FB:Leach
WR1: Smith/Harper/Doss
WR2: Boldin/Jones/Lockette
TE: Pitta/Dickson/Sudfeld
RT: Oher/Reid
RG: Yanda/Harewood
C: Gradkowski/Ferentz
LG: Osemele/Sullen
LT: Bushrod/Winters

DE: McPhee/Jones
DT: Short/Hill/Cody
DE: Ngata/Boyd
OLB: Suggs/McClellan/Smith
MLB: McClain/Gooden
MLB: Ellerbe/Ayanbadejo
OLB: Kruger/Upshaw/Carradine
CB: Webb/Brown/Mathieu
CB: Smith/Graham
FS: Elam/Hill/Mathieu
SS: Pollard/Ihedigbo/Thompson

Please Comment, Thanks

Edited by acosta2277, 24 January 2013 - 06:23 PM.

[ravefan52]

I love Elam and I say why in my mock. I think Amerson could end up being a good safety if he spent a few years there. Id rather get a different position here but I do like Amerson. I loved Carradine when he was on the field. If hes healthy and can do everything he could before I think he could be a steal in the 3rd. The rest could be better and Id want a lineman who could actually be good, preferably a tackle.

Edited by ravefan52, 17 January 2013 - 01:00 AM.

[The Raven]

Stopped reading at fire Dean Pees.

Edit: So I did go back to read it and still not a fan. You don't have us drafting a lineman til the 5th? And that guy is not a LT? We need a LT. We need a guy that can come in right away and contribute. Not a project RT.

Edited by The Raven, 16 January 2013 - 10:26 PM.

[GrimCoconut]

I am so sick of seeing Nico Johnson. He is a north-south LB, not a sideline-to-sideline LB. He also doesn't have great instincts. He can't cover well. I mean, I guess for where we are drafting him it's OK but I hate this pick.

[gabefergy]

Ricardo Lockette? Really? There are a few things here I like, but like The Raven said you kind of lost me at fire Dean Pees. He has done an outstanding job this season.

I like Fauria, but like you said he wont fall past 3rd/4th round.

Nico Johnson is not what we need at ILB and I hate the idea of taking a CB that early.

[acosta2277]

Made some changes, based on your comments

[arnie_uk]

Wy do a mock the change it based on what others say. It's your mock, stick to your guns and defend your choices.

[Clutch Ravens]

Trading a 2nd AND 3rd for an average player at a low impact position? Not a fan of Ogletree, particularly since we'd be wasting 2 picks on him.

If you're an ILB going in the first you better have a complete skill-set and Ogletree most definitely doesn't.

[berad]

Wy do a mock the change it based on what others say. It's your mock, stick to your guns and defend your choices.

It's a place for conversation.

The OP makes good points, commenters make good points, and it's a discussion about a potential off-season.

[Robbyrobbass]

Your probably all sick of me by now... But i dont care. So here are my predictions.

Off-Season Predictions:

Resign:
Dannell Ellerbe, ILB
Paul Kruger, OLB
Joe Flacco, QB

Release:
Cary Williams, CB- CUT
Ma’ake Kemoeatu, DT- CUT
Ryan McBean, DE- CUT
Sean Considine, S- CUT
Bryant McKinnie, OT- CUT
Bobbie Williams, OG- CUT
Sergio Kindle, OLB- CUT
Chris Johnson, CB- CUT
David Reed, WR- CUT
Matt Birk, C- RETIRE
Ray Lewis, MLB- RETIRE
Ed Reed, S- RETIRE

Sign FA’s:
Ricardo Lockette, WR (SF) 6-2 210lbs
Jermon Bushrod, LT (NO) 6-5 315lbs
Will Hill, FS (NYG) 6-1 210lbs
Sammie Lee Hill (DET) 6-4 330lbs

Rd. Name, Pos. (Ht. Wt.) School-
Assuming the Ravens Receive a 3rd, 5th, and 6th Round Pick for All of the Free Agent Loses

Trade our 2nd and 3rd round picks to the Rams for one of their 1st round picks. Then Draft:

1. Alec Ogletree, ILB (6-3 235lbs) Georgia- Converting from safety to linebacker during his stay at Georgia, Ogletree has the rangy, explosive and fast skill set to be a dynamic, three-down player at the next level. Able to turn and run down the seams with tight ends or slot receivers, Ogletree provides flexibility for next level defensive coordinators in that he can stay on the field during obvious passing situations.

1. Matt Elam, FS (5-10 200lbs) Florida- Elam is good, but not great in coverage. He is a bit raw with his footwork, although his instincts are generally solid. When he has the right angle, he can be an absolute ballhawk. He has great explosiveness and really attacks the ball in the air. At this point, Elam is more of a hitter than a tackler. He is aggressive and always attacks, but sometimes can over-pursue and be caught out of position. Elam's biggest asset is his athleticism. His combination of strength, speed and quickness allows him to line up all over the field.

3. (Comp) Cornellius (Tank) Carradine, DE/OLB (6-4 265lbs) FSU- “Tank” Carradine aside from his already awesome name. He has great hand play, and un-believable power. He explodes off the ball, and his versatility is no joke. He could easily play the 3-4 DE or OLB positions. Tank suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Which will lower his draft stock to the late 3rd, early 4th round.

4. Chris Harper, WR (6-1 230lbs) Kansas State- Chris Harper has great size, at 6-1 230lbs. But he also has great speed, he is thought to run a low 4.4. He has dynamic playmaking ability, and good hands. He can run after the catch, and go up and get a deep ball thrown his way.

5. Josh Boyd, DT (6-3 300lbs) Mississippi- Used to playing DE in a 3-4 on either side, as well as the NT position. This is the guy at DT that won't cost that high of a draft pick.

5. (Comp)Tyrann Mathieu, CB/S (5-9 180lbs) None- No other way to put it, he is a HIGH RISK, HIGH REWARD, type player. The unique attributes that allows Mathieu to be such a force are his instincts. He does a tremendous job of reading an offense and getting in position to make plays. Mathieu is always around the ball. The aggresive corner is a physical hitter and plays much bigger than his size. He has a real knack to strip the ball free from ball carriers.

6. Jordan Mills, OT (6-5 315lbs) Louisiana Tech- Mills is an offensive tackle for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. He is a 6’5” and 315-pound tackle, and there is room to grow as Mills can get bigger. He has played right tackle for the Bulldogs but has made it clear that he can play either side. Coming into the 2012 college season, Mills was the No. 15 rated senior tackle in the country. He has great size, speed, strength, and awareness. He lacks footwork and handplay, but those sre skills that can come with coaching.

6. (Comp) John Sullen, OG (6-4 340lbs) Auburn- He has played many positions on the ofensive line, and has been great at all of them. He has great streanght, and hand play, for a man of his size.

7. Quanterus Smith, OLB (6-5 250lbs) Western Kentucky- Quanterus Smith is an underrated player who does a good job generating pressure on the quarterback. He's a very good athlete with the quickness and balance to employ a wide range of pass-rush moves. His best fit would be as an attacking outside linebacker in a 3-4 alignment. Luckily for him thats a system we can put him in. And in my opinion one of the best pass rushers in the draft.

Notable Undrafted players:
Dan Molls, ILB (6-1 230lbs) Toledo
Quinton Dial, DE/DT (6-5 305lbs) Alabama
Chris Thompson, RB (5-8 190lbs) Florida State
Rashad Ross, WR (6-0 175lbs) Arizona State
James Ferentz, C (6-2 290lbs) Iowa
Brian Mulroe, OG (6-4 295lbs) Northwestern
T.J. Barnes, DT (6-6 345lbs) Georgia Tech
Keelan Johnson, FS (6-0 200lbs) Arizona State
Ramon Buchanan, OLB (6-1 230lbs) Miami


*Bold=New
Line-Up:
QB: Flacco/Taylor/Dixon
RB: Rice/Pierce/Allen
FB:Leach
WR1: Smith/Lockette/Doss
WR2: Boldin/Jones/Harper
TE: Pitta/Dickson
RT: Oher/Reid
RG: Yanda/Harewood
C: Gradkowski/Ferentz
LG: Osemele/Sullen
LT: Bushrod/Mills

DE: McPhee/Boyd
DT: Ngata/Hill/Cody
DE: Jones/Carradine
OLB: Suggs/McClellan/Smith
MLB: Ogletree/McClain
MLB: Ellerbe/Ayanbadejo
OLB: Kruger/Upshaw
CB: Webb/Brown/Mathieu
CB: Smith/Graham
FS: Elam/Hill/Thompson
SS: Pollard/Ihedigbo

Please Comment, Thanks

sorry 2 let u know lockett would be a downgrade he ran a 3.9 unnoffical but his hands and fb iq isnt there our wides our ok as u see now boldin is gone retire or restur his contract doss is a good replacment & im sure u was one of the fans who was happy we drafted streeter last yr hes still a raven also & kruger is trying 2 get paid & it dosent look like we can ellabee is a more important retain then him imo

[acosta2277]

Made some changes

[Mt. Crushmore]

For the last time people, we are NOT going to get a 3rd round comp pick.

[gabefergy]

Zaviar Gooden intrigues me although his name worries me as we tried drafting a Gooden here a few years ago.

[acosta2277]

Made some more changes

[ClintLB8]

I will say this.. being an Alabama fan I have watched a lot of Quinton Dial and I think he will be a guy who goes undrafted but makes a roster this upcoming year. He is strictly 3-4 IMO, and I could very well see either the Ravens, Steelers, Patriots, or 49ers picking him up quick after the draft.

[evass#ravensnation]

1st round-Arthur Brown/Manti Teo
2nd round-Trade up for Mark Hunt/Matt Elam
3rd round-David Amerson
4th round- trade up for Da'rick Rogers
5th round-Tyrann Mathieu

Perfect draft !

[Miami Hurricane]

1st round-Arthur Brown/Manti Teo
2nd round-Trade up for Mark Hunt/Matt Elam
3rd round-David Amerson
4th round- trade up for Da'rick Rogers
5th round-Tyrann Mathieu

Perfect draft !

I think Amerson, Elam, and Rodgers will all be gone ahead of where you have them slotted

[acosta2277]

changes

[arnie_uk]

1st round-Arthur Brown/Manti Teo
2nd round-Trade up for Mark Hunt/Matt Elam
3rd round-David Amerson
4th round- trade up for Da'rick Rogers
5th round-Tyrann Mathieu

Perfect draft !

your pretty much a round two late for almost everyone there

[arnie_uk]

For the record you don't cut free agents