Rolando McClain comeback?

[Mad Puppy]

You want to see if his heart is in it and he has his head on strait? Put him on the practice squad!

 

Except you cant.

 

Oh but you can, It does require Rolando McClain signing during training camp, him not making the team and being cut, then he needs to clear waivers from all other teams, after which the Ravens could sign him to the practice squad. 

Practice squad does three things in my mind:

1. Give Rolando McClain time to get back into game shape

2. Learn the Defense and show Coaches where he might fit in the rotation

3. Allows Rolando to prove his head is on straight and that he has humbled himself (very imprortant)[probably the most important piece of this idea]

 

This is best scenario in my mind for the Ravens and Rolando McClain.

[mg90]

What makes you think nobody else kicks the tires on the guy? He will go for cheap and zero guaranteed money, so that seems like a pretty big risk unless you see no potential at all in him.

[rmw10]

What makes you think nobody else kicks the tires on the guy? He will go for cheap and zero guaranteed money, so that seems like a pretty big risk unless you see no potential at all in him.

 

We control his rights.  If he wants to come back, the Ravens get to make the decision whether to sign him or not.  If they choose not to, then he can talk to other teams.

[rmw10]

Oh but you can, It does require Rolando McClain signing during training camp, him not making the team and being cut, then he needs to clear waivers from all other teams, after which the Ravens could sign him to the practice squad. 

Practice squad does three things in my mind:

1. Give Rolando McClain time to get back into game shape

2. Learn the Defense and show Coaches where he might fit in the rotation

3. Allows Rolando to prove his head is on straight and that he has humbled himself (very imprortant)[probably the most important piece of this idea]

 

This is best scenario in my mind for the Ravens and Rolando McClain.

 

Rolando cannot go on the practice squad.  Too much service time.  He either makes the team or not, if we decide we want him back.

[jaege]

Oh but you can, It does require Rolando McClain signing during training camp, him not making the team and being cut, then he needs to clear waivers from all other teams, after which the Ravens could sign him to the practice squad. 

Practice squad does three things in my mind:

1. Give Rolando McClain time to get back into game shape

2. Learn the Defense and show Coaches where he might fit in the rotation

3. Allows Rolando to prove his head is on straight and that he has humbled himself (very imprortant)[probably the most important piece of this idea]

 

This is best scenario in my mind for the Ravens and Rolando McClain.

 

 

I don't think he would ever clear waivers. Someone would snatch him up.As it stands now he is ours at a great deal.

[Mad Puppy]

OK I hope the right decision is made in the end, I for one am not overly hopefull there is anyhting there though.

And as many have pointed out as long as he has the minimum price tage I'm ok with giving him a shot in Training camp, but am very pessimistic.

 

 

Rolando cannot go on the practice squad.  Too much service time.  He either makes the team or not, if we decide we want him back.

 

 

 

However he can go to the practice squad. here are the rules:

Every player that gets cut that is not a "vested veteran" is subject to the waiver process. A "vested veteran" is a player that has accumulated four or more seasons worth of experience in the National Football League. 

 

McClain has 3 years of NFL experience. So there is a possibility of Practice squad for McClain.

Not being a jerk here just pointing out the Rules and how they may apply to Rolando McClain. Of course it would seem there is little chance he would clear Waivers based on what others are saying here.

[mg90]

We control his rights. If he wants to come back, the Ravens get to make the decision whether to sign him or not. If they choose not to, then he can talk to other teams.

my quote button wasn't workng, was talking about if we tried getting him on the practice squad.

[Guest RBates]

it will not take a yr for his muscles,he has been playing to long, he will be good he is young muscles bounce back with muscle memory,Rolando need to get back he will have a chip on his shoulders  

The year is not for muscles.  It's to get adjusted to football speed and to get in football shape.  One can't hope to get right back on the field after taking a year off.  Players that have been at our facility training year in and year out still have problems adjusting to the speed of the game.  They are all in shape.  Except maybe Cody.  

[GrimCoconut]

OK I hope the right decision is made in the end, I for one am not overly hopefull there is anyhting there though.

And as many have pointed out as long as he has the minimum price tage I'm ok with giving him a shot in Training camp, but am very pessimistic.

 

 

 

However he can go to the practice squad. here are the rules:

Every player that gets cut that is not a "vested veteran" is subject to the waiver process. A "vested veteran" is a player that has accumulated four or more seasons worth of experience in the National Football League. 

 

McClain has 3 years of NFL experience. So there is a possibility of Practice squad for McClain.

Not being a jerk here just pointing out the Rules and how they may apply to Rolando McClain. Of course it would seem there is little chance he would clear Waivers based on what others are saying here.

You're wrong. Plain and simple.

 

http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/8/31/4677982/nfl-practice-squad-salary-rules-eligibility - REFERENCE

 

 

Eligibility

Practice squads are considered to be for developmental purposes. Therefore, veterans are not eligible to be signed to the practice squad. In fact, players with more than one year of accrued NFL service are not eligible. Here is a closer look at the eligibility requirements.

 

• A player is eligible if he does not have an accrued season of NFL experience. Players gain an accrued season by being on the active roster for at least six games.
• If a player has one accrued season, they can still be practice squad eligible if they were on the 45-man active gameday roster for less than nine regular season games.
• A player is deemed to have served a season on the practice squad if he remains on the practice squad for at least three weeks. Players are eligible to be on the practice squad for two seasons.
• Players can be eligible for a third practice squad season if their team maintains no less than 53 players on the active/inactive list at all times.

The bold is what is significant.

 

http://www.nfl.com/player/rolandomcclain/496941/profile

 

He was drafted by the Raiders in 2010, played and started 15 games that year alone. In 2011, he played 15 games and started 14. Then, his final year in 2012, he played 11 games and started 9. He's no longer eligible for the practice squad.

[52520Andrew]

I really do wish him luck, I think he has done well to turn his life around and I think he will actually be a good influence for the Ravens. We also could use him as a good run stuffer at ILB which would really solidify our LBs

[Cville-Raven]

I would take him back if he is ready on and off the field

[1/28/01]

You're wrong. Plain and simple.

http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/8/31/4677982/nfl-practice-squad-salary-rules-eligibility - REFERENCE

The bold is what is significant.

http://www.nfl.com/player/rolandomcclain/496941/profile

He was drafted by the Raiders in 2010, played and started 15 games that year alone. In 2011, he played 15 games and started 14. Then, his final year in 2012, he played 11 games and started 9. He's no longer eligible for the practice squad.

Thanks for explaining and proving my "except we cant" post as being correct.

[GrimCoconut]

Thanks for explaining and proving my "except we cant" post as being correct.

Comments that are completely wrong that are touted as fact really get to me. Happy to oblige.

[1/28/01]

Comments that are completely wrong that are touted as fact really get to me. Happy to oblige.

After 6 years, Im a lazy poster nowadays. State what I feel/know to be true and then wait for someone smarter to come around and prove me correct. Thanks! Ha!

[BOLDnPurPnBlacK]

OK I hope the right decision is made in the end, I for one am not overly hopefull there is anyhting there though.

And as many have pointed out as long as he has the minimum price tage I'm ok with giving him a shot in Training camp, but am very pessimistic.

 

 

 

However he can go to the practice squad. here are the rules:

Every player that gets cut that is not a "vested veteran" is subject to the waiver process. A "vested veteran" is a player that has accumulated four or more seasons worth of experience in the National Football League. 

 

McClain has 3 years of NFL experience. So there is a possibility of Practice squad for McClain.

Not being a jerk here just pointing out the Rules and how they may apply to Rolando McClain. Of course it would seem there is little chance he would clear Waivers based on what others are saying here.

That's just the definition of a "vested veteran" and the waiver process. Problem with your theory here is that not every non-vested veteran is a PS eligible player.

[rmw10]

Aditi Kinkhabwala ‏@AKinkhabwala  7m

Rolando McClain got his workout w the Ravens and I'm hearing it was NOT a roaring success. Didn't finish conditioning test, didn't do drills

[The Raven]

 

Aditi Kinkhabwala ‏@AKinkhabwala  7m

Rolando McClain got his workout w the Ravens and I'm hearing it was NOT a roaring success. Didn't finish conditioning test, didn't do drills

 

 

Well, that's probably the end of that then. 

[redrum52]

Still plenty of time left before camp starts.

[jdynamite]

Just got a notification McClain bombed his workout. Showed up late, couldn't finish the conditioning test, didn't do positional drills.

Nfl.com

Rolando McClain bombs in Ravens workout

Marc Sessler

Around the League Writer

[berad]

Just got a notification McClain bombed his workout. Showed up late, couldn't finish the physical etc.

Wow

Just saw that, too. Here's what Harbaugh said about a month ago

“To me, it all depends on a couple things,” Head Coach John Harbaugh said at the NFL owners meetings. “Who [is he] as a person right now? Has he grown up? He had a lot of growing up to do obviously. And how hard he’s working, how hard he’s working at Alabama right now. If he’s working his rear end off, then I’m kind of excited about him. If he’s not, then I’ve got no interest in him being on our team.

"If he un-retires or whatever the situation is, then we'll decide whether he is going to be good for our team," Harbaugh said. "And if we think yes, then we have the rights to him and he'll have to come back with us. But if we don't think he'll be good for our team, we'll let him go and play for somebody else. It's all up to Rolando McClain. Who are you? How hard are you working? And how much do you want to play football? Up to this point, he hasn't really wanted to play football. That's what I'm interested in as a coach."

http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Does-John-Harbaugh-Want-Rolando-McClain-On-Team/8a6b6808-d78c-45e5-bc0e-c943c47492de

[Purple Punishment]

Of course he wasn't in football shape. He hasn't been under the guidance of world class trainers. Hope he comes to camp and gets to training better in the meantime

[rmw10]

The guy shows up late and didn't even do drills.  Football shape or not, that's not a good way to show that you've turned the corner.  As far as I'm concerned, the experiment is over.  I wouldn't entertain the idea of bringing him back at this point.

[edthehead]

The year is not for muscles.  It's to get adjusted to football speed and to get in football shape.  One can't hope to get right back on the field after taking a year off.  Players that have been at our facility training year in and year out still have problems adjusting to the speed of the game.  They are all in shape.  Except maybe Cody.  

ok,ok,ok maybe he is a little,,,, or alot out of shape,TBH, i knew he would come in and be in shape,this was a let down although I am not giving up hope

[1/28/01]

I guess Webster can change the definition of loser.

[izvoodoo]

I'd give him another chance at a workout depending on why he was late.  If the guy was just stuck in traffic, it happens sure.  But I wasn't there.  I'll trust their impression of him.

[xxhighriser]

The season is 5 months away...

[BloodRaven]

This is turning into a circus, get rid of this fool.

[jazz1988]

The guy shows up late and didn't even do drills.  Football shape or not, that's not a good way to show that you've turned the corner.  As far as I'm concerned, the experiment is over.  I wouldn't entertain the idea of bringing him back at this point.

 

Him being late can be understandable depending on the situation especially if there was alot of traffic and etc. I don't know what The Ravens plan to do with him and they may just move on.

[rmw10]

Him being late can be understandable depending on the situation especially if there was alot of traffic and etc. I don't know what The Ravens plan to do with him and they may just move on.

 

It doesn't matter to me.  If I want to show I actually want to come back and play, I'm not even going to take a chance that I look bad.  Whatever the circumstances, he was late and didn't even technically work out.  That doesn't seem like a guy that wants it to me.

 

I was actually rooting for the guy and hoping he could turn that light back on.  April or not, this is a terrible look and I'd be done with him.  He's done nothing to deserve another chance in my opinion.

[ravensnick]

It doesn't matter to me.  If I want to show I actually want to come back and play, I'm not even going to take a chance that I look bad.  Whatever the circumstances, he was late and didn't even technically work out.  That doesn't seem like a guy that wants it to me.

 

I was actually rooting for the guy and hoping he could turn that light back on.  April or not, this is a terrible look and I'd be done with him.  He's done nothing to deserve another chance in my opinion.

Unless there are some sort of circumstance here, I doubt the Ravens even considered signing him. Being out of shape is somewhat forgivable, but being out of shape, late, and refusing to do drills is inexcusable. There are more than plenty of other options.