[News] 5 Things Ravens Rookies Need To Prove

[BR News]

As the rookies report for training camp today, there is still work to be done.

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[Bandit666]

The rookies look good on paper, but this is the real test. I wish all player the best of luck and PLEASE PLEASE no serious injuries. Let's go Ravens.

[stampedehero]

I want Waller to succeed.

[H8ME]

Tired of the constant comparison, writing and speaking, of Z. Smith to McPhee. Let the kid develop his own rep.

Edited July 22, 2015 by H8ME

[Raven_Don]

I agree @StampedeHero... Waller is nice specimen who could play a hybrid role he has a frame to put on weight to become a tightend.. Not sure he's physical enough to do so but it he's already a match up nightmare...

[bioLarzen]

I want Waller to succeed.

 

Do you think there's anyone here who doesn't?

[balfan23]

I always worry about the rookies we've drafted who are raw ... if they are not good enough for the 53 man roster, we can't drop them to the practice squad without risking losing them. Walker and Waller are prime examples of that for us this year.

 

So ... as is almost always the case ... what many of the rookies need to prove is that they are solid on special teams. Given his size, I don't know that Waller is a good candidate for that role. Hopefully, Walker is.

[JetLife94]

I feel like za'darius will come on strong after a few regular season games! Love to see what he has to offer!

[cbrook1862]

Everybody bring your A game training camp is here ...... let the battles begin. 

[letitgosometimes]

Let the Superbowl drumbeat begin!

[SwissRaven]

i'm really looking Forward to how C. Davis and Z. Smith are going to Play! i can't wait until the season finally starts!

Cheers from Switzerland

[Bob21043]

Plus, we have Urban and Lewis-Moore, who are "virtual rookies" on defense to watch.

[jrock6587]

Hey Ryan Mink I want the recipe for Buck Allen's smothered pork chops please.

[jrock6587]

Since you need something to write about before pre season starts how about a players cook book with their dishes and the recipes.

[RavenManiac#7]

I know it's probably unrealistic, but I would just So love to have a serious injury free training camp. I'm especially hoping that KLM and Brent Urban can make it through and show what they can do. And, Michael Campanaro! If Anybody needs an injury free training camp, it's him. Another injury, even a fairly minor one, and I believe he has no chance, and that would be Such a shame because I really think the kid is incredibly talented. It's just that, obviously, the most talented guy in the whole league can't help you from the bench or IR. Come on, Camp, toughen up. Good luck to you, Camp, and really, everybody else.

[steelcityraven]

IF SMith can develop into a legit pass rusher... we could be scary . Our LB's corps is set for years.... with CJ and ABrown waiting his turn... Upshaw setting an edge and Smith .... Jernigan upfront with KLM /Urban... BWilliams stuffing the middle and pushing the pocket! OUr front 7 is deep and talented.... Now (Suggs and Dum) and in the future! But Smith needs to show that he can be that guy!

[Crusader]

1 They can learn quickly. 2. Stay out of trouble. 3. They can study films properly. 4.Play as a team member. 5. Have Fun playing.

[January J]

Pulling for campanaro to stay healthy- I mistakenly wrote him off after his last injury and have had second thoughts , so I apologize to you camp - do your thing And show these guys what kind of slot receiver you can be.

[steelcityraven]

Rookies played a very large role last year...

CJ... making the probowl, Jernigan becoming a factor, Brooks playing more and more until his injury, Urschel giving us some key PT and stepping up admirably, Crocket seeing more PT as the season went on, LT showing a great deal of potential and contributing in the offense, Camp had some moments and Hurst really stepped up and surprised. Urban.... had his season cut short... this year... I do not believe that rookies (across the board) will have the same opportunities but the top several could really impact this season. Perriman... has the opportunity to do on the offensive side what CJ did on the defensive side last year. Maxx... will have his opportunities to perform but rather then big numbers in a crowded position... I am hoping he gives us a ton of big plays... key first downs / TD grabs /ETc. Carl Davis... will contribute early and often. Tray Walker is in a now crowded DBackfield and hoping he contributes more a year or two from now. ZSmith... will have opportunites like PMcPhee did but with Suggs,Dum and Upshaw at the same position... he will have to make the most of his. RMyers.... is not going to get to see much action (barring injury) with Yanda,KO anad Urschel all in front of him... his opportunity will also be limited. Buck Allen.. will have some opportunities as well but again he will need to make the most of his bc with Forset and LT setting in front of him... he may not see much... Nick Boyle may be the surprise pick! He will get his chance bc Pitta will start the season on the PUP list. Waller will also have to battle it out in a very crowded position... He brings a different dimension to our offense so he will be interesting. Leon Brown, DeAndre Carter, Nick Perry and DeOndre Wesley all round out a very strong rookie class but a class with less opportunity then 2014... (still have very high expectations even beyond spots 1-2-3)

[steelcityraven]

10 new players who could really impact 2015: 10. KLM... two years of preparation (if he can stay healthy that is like adding a very high draft pick with NFL exp). KLM could be very exciting. 9. Urban... his size and range can give him a chance to make some plays for us! 8. ZDarius Smith... love his potential and with Suggs and Dum mentoring you... it will be hard for him not to make some plays. 7. NIck Boyle... with Pitta on the PUP list... he will have a chance to make his mark. 6 Kyle Arrington... he can bring a veteran presence with big game experience to a position that desperately needed that last year. 5. Maxx... Has the chance to make some big plays as he will be targeted early and often 4. Kendrick Lewis... Should solidify a position that we struggled at last year / which in turn will even make our pass rush better! 3. Carl Davis... Davis will become more and more of a factor as this season wears on. I think Davis will really impact the interior defense and help to add a physical presence in Ngatas absence. 2. Perriman... will add speed and size... tough combo at any level. He will have many opportunities and his skill set really compliments JOES 1. Marc Trestman... We cannot underestimate the impact trestman can have on this offense. Trestman has an offense similar to Kubiacks but more aggressive and I think this will help to not only produce bigger plays but to improve Joes consistency. There are 10 virtual newcomers (9 1 coach) to a 53 man roster... that went pretty deep last season. With the addition of this type of talent... we really should expect another deep run into the postseason (and if these guys mature fast a possible superbowl is not out of the question)!

[stampedehero]

Do you think there's anyone here who doesn't?

Quite simple.  My Choice.  No house vote.. Who would you choose??