Next Defensive Star?

[zac_fuller]

With two of the biggest stars ever to play defense leaving the ravens this year, who do you think our next defensive stud will be from the young core of guys we have? Excluding the studs we already have (Suggs, Ngata, Dumerville, Webb) who do you think can be the next pro bowler?

[Gordo52]

I have the gut feeling we get one in the draft.

[zac_fuller]

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I have the gut feeling we get one in the draft.
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yeah, I predict Elam, Cyprien, or A. Brown, but just out of our young group now im going with Upshaw

[Gordo52]

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yeah, I predict Elam, Cyprien, or A. Brown, but just out of our young group now im going with Upshaw
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I think Upshaw has a ton of potential and could eventually be a star on this defense, but that's the safe pick.

I'm going with Omar Brown.

[Free Agent]

Of the guys on the team right now, I'd say Jimmy Smith. He has the perfect opportunity to prove his worth and earn the starting job across from Webb. I have faith in him.

[K-Dog]

My vote is Omar.

[ravensfan2430]

I see McPhee benefiting from this like crazy. Assuming he isn't hurt like last year, I see 8-10 sacks.

[pitchblack_20]

I really like Omar Brown. His ball skills are GREAT !

[Bazooka Joe]

Asa Jackson
Adrian Hamilton
Omar Brown
Albert McClellan

[TonyTone1192]

I've got two votes. For some odd reason I REALLY like Asa Jackson. He's my "going on a limb" vote, he reminds me of a faster Chris McAlister.

Also, I really like Christian Thompson. I just can't fathom how someone could sit behind a FHOF and a Teacher of the game as is Reed and not become a better player. Thompson was drafted b/c we knew Reed's years were coming to an end and I'm ready for him to show why he was drafted.

[Geving]

Crossing my fingers for Jimmy Smith

[Cville-Raven]

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[Ravenseconbeast]

If Jimmy was fully healthy and actually played to his potential, he could easily be a pro-bowler imo. Too bad...

[i82much]

What??!!! No Terrence Cody???!!!

(jk).

[RavensDE]

Jimmy has the talent and the opportunity to be elite so he's my best bet. I think Upshaw will have another impact and another strong year but he's behind Suggs and Dumervil now and that may hinder his opportunities.

More on Upshaw...
He plays great setting the edge and plays a great physical game. I wonder if they'll teach him ilb this year and open up his versatility.

[Ravenseconbeast]

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Jimmy has the talent and the opportunity to be elite so he's my best bet. I think Upshaw will have another impact and another strong year but he's behind Suggs and Dumervil now and that may hinder his opportunities.

More on Upshaw...
He plays great setting the edge and plays a great physical game. I wonder if they'll teach him ilb this year and open up his versatility.
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Honestly, if Jimmy stink it up this year again...he'll be our next mount cody

[beanfigger]

I think McPhee and Jones are very close to having breakout-type years, a la Ellerbe and Kruger last year. However, since neither one of those two made the Pro Bowl, I'll say Upshaw. He has a chance to gain some votes and notoriety if he keeps forcing turnovers like he did in the Superbowl. If he forces a bunch early in the season, his name will be tossed around enough to stick in the minds of voters.

[WinnipegRaven]

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What??!!! No Terrence Cody???!!!

(jk).
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I already hit the "quote" then noticed the "jk"

[ravinHawaii]

I feel like he could explode this yr cuz its his contract yr and we all know how kruger played during his yr
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What??!!! No Terrence Cody???!! !
(jk).
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[Jitamon]

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yeah, I predict Elam, Cyprien, or A. Brown, but just out of our young group now im going with Upshaw
[/quote] Upshaw for the win!!

[bravensfan52]

Upshaw or Macadoo

[redrum52]

Asa Jackson, Christian Thompson or Adrian Hamilton. Most confident in Asa for some reason, but think Christian will shock people.


It's hard to make a pro bowl by the way.

[EricH]

Has Webb made the pro-bowl yet?
That is my pick!

[RavensDE]

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Honestly, if Jimmy stink it up this year again...he'll be our next mount cody
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Remember Kruger had an off year too where he looked terrible. Cody might surprise you this year. Or not but if he wasn't worth the money we'd cut him too.

[Bazooka Joe]

Pre draft additions:

Adrian Hamilton is one to look out for with mentors like Suggs and Doom ahead of him.

[Greatness]

After Jimmy cracked Michael Softee in the Superbowl, that renewed my faith that he will one day be a World Beater. Got so hyped after that 3rd down play. GET IT OUTTA HERE! lol

[redravenfan]

[b]Omar Brown and Jimmy Smith[/b]

[Outlaw_Raven]

Well in other news - [url="http://m.nfl.com/news/0ap1000000153377/nfl-player-reportedly-considers-revealing-hes-gay/"]http://m.nfl.com/new...ealing-hes-gay/[/url]

Could this be a current Raven???

[b]berad note - attempting to derail thread[/b]

[GrimCoconut]

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Pre draft additions:

Adrian Hamilton is one to look out for with mentors like Suggs and Doom ahead of him.
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From what I have heard, Dumervil doesn't really do a lot of mentoring.

[pep_meister]

according to the poll we have 3-4 superstars in yall's eyes. thats amazing. i really hope they all break out this year, its that time. but honestly i like corey graham more than jimmy smith as a starter. For some reason i dont trust jimmy.