Ravens have a hard road to playoffs after 0-2 start.

[757RavensFan]

The Ravens, Eagles, Seahawks, and Colts were considered by many a guaranteed playoff team this year (I know nothing is guaranteed).  To our surprise, they all sit at 0-2.  Looking at the teams in their respective division, the Ravens and the Seahawks are going to have a tough road to make it to the post season.

 

AFC North:

The Ravens are gonna have to pretty much sweep the Bengals and Steelers to make it. 

 

AFC South:  

The Colts should make it  just b/c of the horrible teams in their division.

 

NFC East:

The Eagles have a shot b/c of injuries to Dallas and the inconsistent play of the Skins and Giants.  

 

NFC West:

The Seahawks are in a situation similar to ours, they have to basically run the table in their division after losing to St Louis.  

 

The odds at 12% are horrible, but I have confidence in our coaches and team to turn this thing around.  LETS GO!!

Edited September 22, 2015 by 757RavensFan

[redrum52]

The Ravens, Eagles, Seahawks, and Colts were considered by many a guaranteed playoff team this year (I know nothing is guaranteed). To our surprise, they all sit at 0-2. Looking at the teams in their respective division, the Ravens and the Seahawks are going to have a tough road to make it to the post season.

AFC North:

The Ravens are gonna have to pretty much sweep the Bengals and Steelers to make it.

AFC South:

The Colts should make it just b/c of the horrible teams in their division.

NFC East:

The Eagles have a shot b/c of injuries to Dallas and the inconsistent play of the Skins and Giants.

NFC West:

The Seahawks are in a situation similar to ours, they have to basically run the table in their division after losing to St Louis.

The odds at 12% are horrible, but I have confidence in our coaches and team to turn this thing around. LETS GO!!

Only one team from the NFC South and East probably make it. Seattle I think, at the very worst, at least slip in as a WC. In the AFC, I say only one from the South, with the possibility of 2 strong teams in each of the other divisions(I know only 6 teams). My point is, winning the division is the best option and still possible. It will be tougher to make playoffs in the AFC this year. I honestly think anything under 11-5 and you're out. Not only that, but teams you beat to get that record will be very important for seeding, because I think it will be very cluttered in the standings. Luckily, we play most of the teams who will be the competition, so we'll see what these guys have. Edited September 22, 2015 by redrum52

[salamander]

Our DC and OC are going to have to do some significant tweaking to our schemes on both sides of the ball in order to make our way back to the playoffs. Execution has to be better but I am worried, especially on defense, that the actual plays and schemes really do need to change. I just hope that Pees and Trestman are both flexible and smart enough to make the best adjustments. 0-2 is a hole we can't afford to sink deeper in to. Those adjustments cannot be delayed by stubborn coaching mentalities which stick with schemes that aren't effective.  

[Dilferian]

The Ravens, Eagles, Seahawks, and Colts were considered by many a guaranteed playoff team this year (I know nothing is guaranteed).  To our surprise, they all sit at 0-2.  Looking at the teams in their respective division, the Ravens and the Seahawks are going to have a tough road to make it to the post season.

 

AFC North:

The Ravens are gonna have to pretty much sweep the Bengals and Steelers to make it. 

True, but the Browns will kick our butt. 

AFC South:  

The Colts should make it  just b/c of the horrible teams in their division.

Titans will surprise.

NFC East:

The Eagles have a shot b/c of injuries to Dallas and the inconsistent play of the Skins and Giants.  

Skins!!

NFC West:

The Seahawks are in a situation similar to ours, they have to basically run the table in their division after losing to St Louis.  

Pete has his hands full, they're a WC at best.

The odds at 12% are horrible, but I have confidence in our coaches and team to turn this thing around.  LETS GO!!

[K-Dog]

We lost to the Skins ( our third consecutive loss ) and won the Super Bowl a few months later....

 

Just sayin'.

[Wildabeast88]

We lost to the Skins ( our third consecutive loss ) and won the Super Bowl a few months later....

Just sayin'.

The difference is at that time we already had 9 wins and were in great shape. This year we can't get out of our own way scheme is terrible on D we give teams 1st owns by playing 10 yards off the WRs, my flag football 7 years olds could pick us part playing like that we need to be more aggressive play some press man if that means moving Webb for Melvin and Arrington so be it put we can not play like this and make it to the playoffs period. Even mediocre QBs will pick this D apart much less the QBs we will be playing on the schedule. Trust me I hope you are right. Edited September 23, 2015 by Wildabeast88

[K-Dog]

A loss is a loss regardless of when it falls in the schedule.

[rmcjacket23]

A loss is a loss regardless of when it falls in the schedule.

100% correct. 

 

We spend so much timing harping on the losses we have late in the year. In 2013, most people thought we didn't make the playoffs because we had a perhaps unhealthy Joe Flacco and couldn't beat the Bengals at the end of the year.

 

You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? Losing at Buffalo in late September, a team that finished 6-10 that season. You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? How about losing in Cleveland in early November AFTER A BYE WEEK... a team that had lost three straight games prior to that and literally didn't win another game the rest of the season. They finished 4-12.

 

So, if the Ravens miss the playoffs by a victory again this season, and we lose week 17 at Cincinnati and the fanbase says that's the reason we lost, I hope everybody remembers Week 2 at Oakland.

[Tru11]

100% correct. 

 

We spend so much timing harping on the losses we have late in the year. In 2013, most people thought we didn't make the playoffs because we had a perhaps unhealthy Joe Flacco and couldn't beat the Bengals at the end of the year.

 

You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? Losing at Buffalo in late September, a team that finished 6-10 that season. You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? How about losing in Cleveland in early November AFTER A BYE WEEK... a team that had lost three straight games prior to that and literally didn't win another game the rest of the season. They finished 4-12.

 

So, if the Ravens miss the playoffs by a victory again this season, and we lose week 17 at Cincinnati and the fanbase says that's the reason we lost, I hope everybody remembers Week 2 at Oakland.

 

or week 1 in denver.

 

both games we could and should have won

[FlackAttack]

A loss is a loss regardless of when it falls in the schedule.

 

well, no one wants a loss. but some losses are "worse" than others. for example, the denver loss was bad but was somewhat tolerable because it was week 1 in Denver against one of the best teams in the NFL.

 

the loss in Oakland was so much worse because its week 2, against another AFC team which can bite us in the butt come matchup playoff standings time. and on top of that its OAKLAND.

 

and if we lose this week to the bengals then its pretty much the dagger to the heart. not only is it a loss at home against a division rival, but im pretty sure the chances of a team making the playoffs in the NFL starting 0-3 is pretty much out of the question, especially in our division.

 

so basically the first two losses were bad yes, but if we lose this week our season is basically over after only 3 weeks, after this team being so hyped over the offseason

 

i always hate when the Ravens get hype, and this is exactly why. i want to forever be underdogs.

[redrum52]

100% correct.

We spend so much timing harping on the losses we have late in the year. In 2013, most people thought we didn't make the playoffs because we had a perhaps unhealthy Joe Flacco and couldn't beat the Bengals at the end of the year.

You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? Losing at Buffalo in late September, a team that finished 6-10 that season. You know why else we might have missed the playoffs? How about losing in Cleveland in early November AFTER A BYE WEEK... a team that had lost three straight games prior to that and literally didn't win another game the rest of the season. They finished 4-12.

So, if the Ravens miss the playoffs by a victory again this season, and we lose week 17 at Cincinnati and the fanbase says that's the reason we lost, I hope everybody remembers Week 2 at Oakland.

Yup. Browns, Bills and Bears stand out to me from that season. The lack of focus and execution during the regular season is disgusting at times.

[RaineV1]

The Ravens, Eagles, Seahawks, and Colts were considered by many a guaranteed playoff team this year (I know nothing is guaranteed).  To our surprise, they all sit at 0-2.  Looking at the teams in their respective division, the Ravens and the Seahawks are going to have a tough road to make it to the post season.

 

AFC North:

The Ravens are gonna have to pretty much sweep the Bengals and Steelers to make it. 

 

AFC South:  

The Colts should make it  just b/c of the horrible teams in their division.

 

NFC East:

The Eagles have a shot b/c of injuries to Dallas and the inconsistent play of the Skins and Giants.  

 

NFC West:

The Seahawks are in a situation similar to ours, they have to basically run the table in their division after losing to St Louis.  

 

The odds at 12% are horrible, but I have confidence in our coaches and team to turn this thing around.  LETS GO!!

For the AFC South, I think the Titans might be able to take it from the Colts, simply due to the Colts digging themselves into a hole and having horrible team composition. Luck has to play lights out just for them to be able to beat average teams. For the East, I'd sooner pick the Giants than the Eagles to win it. The Eagles really aren't playing to the strength of Murray and they can't win without a running game. For the West, my money is on the Cards winning the division, but the Seahawks can make it as a WC.

 

And for the Ravens, they may have the toughest challenge out of any of these teams. They'll pretty much have to beat the other division teams in their home stadiums to pull off wining the division.

[Purple_City39]

well, no one wants a loss. but some losses are "worse" than others. for example, the denver loss was bad but was somewhat tolerable because it was week 1 in Denver against one of the best teams in the NFL.

 

the loss in Oakland was so much worse because its week 2, against another AFC team which can bite us in the butt come matchup playoff standings time. and on top of that its OAKLAND.

 

and if we lose this week to the bengals then its pretty much the dagger to the heart. not only is it a loss at home against a division rival, but im pretty sure the chances of a team making the playoffs in the NFL starting 0-3 is pretty much out of the question, especially in our division.

 

so basically the first two losses were bad yes, but if we lose this week our season is basically over after only 3 weeks, after this team being so hyped over the offseason

 

i always hate when the Ravens get hype, and this is exactly why. i want to forever be underdogs.

Nah, a loss is a loss.  If we won the first two weeks but lost the last 2, it'd be the same thing.  Yeah we'd get hype now but nothing but talk about how we're limping into the playoffs later.  

 

5 losses on the schedule mean 5 losses on the schedule no matter when they happen

[FlackAttack]

Nah, a loss is a loss.  If we won the first two weeks but lost the last 2, it'd be the same thing.  Yeah we'd get hype now but nothing but talk about how we're limping into the playoffs later.  

 

5 losses on the schedule mean 5 losses on the schedule no matter when they happen

 

wrong, a loss is not just a loss. theres A LOT of other factors. theres a massive head-to-head playoff implication scenario put into place by the league for a reason.

 

on top of that, if you really think starting the season 0-3 (especially when you have NO idea who will be injured later in the season, for example god forbid joe flacco) compared to losing 3 later in the season is the same exact thing then you need to reconsider your nfl knowledge, and also check the facts and statistics.

Edited September 23, 2015 by FlackAttack

[ratedr]

If we lose on Sunday it's over. Can't have 3 conference losses this early in the season.

[FlackAttack]

If we lose on Sunday it's over. Can't have 3 conference losses this early in the season.

 

^^^ thank you, someone gets it

[cobrajet]

I would put this Sunday's game in the 'must win' category.

[K-Dog]

well, no one wants a loss. but some losses are "worse" than others. for example, the denver loss was bad but was somewhat tolerable because it was week 1 in Denver against one of the best teams in the NFL.

 

 

Well of course who you loose to matters.  When, doesnt matter one iota ( Cept' in January and February of course. )

[K-Dog]

I would put this Sunday's game in the 'must win' category.

Still not a mathematical "must win" but I fully understand how loosing yet again, makes the goals much more difficult. 

[FlackAttack]

Well of course who you loose to matters.  When, doesnt matter one iota ( Cept' in January and February of course. )

 

i respectively disagree, as i mentioned earlier it also has a lot to do with when you lose.. due to several reasons, but one of those most important in my opinion is injury based.

 

for example, look at the dallas cowboys. them winning the first 2 games with romo was CRUCIAL mainly because of his injury. its actually a short season considering its only 16 games. if they lost the first 2 like we did, they would immediately be out of the playoffs at this point due to romos injury. BUT because they won the first 2, they still have a chance to realistically go at least .500 the next 8 or 9 weeks until he gets back. at that point they are sitting around 6-4 or 7-3 and potentially make a late season run with romo back on the field.

Edited September 23, 2015 by FlackAttack

[FlackAttack]

Still not a mathematical "must win" but I fully understand how loosing yet again, makes the goals much more difficult. 

 

actually mathematically it is a "must win", because the the probability of making the playoffs drastically decrease if we lose. if we lose week 3 we are out, theres no question. the chance of making the playoffs at that point is unrealistically low.

Edited September 23, 2015 by FlackAttack

[757RavensFan]

 

The Ravens, Eagles, Seahawks, and Colts were considered by many a guaranteed playoff team this year (I know nothing is guaranteed).  To our surprise, they all sit at 0-2.  Looking at the teams in their respective division, the Ravens and the Seahawks are going to have a tough road to make it to the post season.

 

AFC North:

The Ravens are gonna have to pretty much sweep the Bengals and Steelers to make it. 

True, but the Browns will kick our butt. 

AFC South:  

The Colts should make it  just b/c of the horrible teams in their division.

Titans will surprise.

NFC East:

The Eagles have a shot b/c of injuries to Dallas and the inconsistent play of the Skins and Giants.  

Skins!!

NFC West:

The Seahawks are in a situation similar to ours, they have to basically run the table in their division after losing to St Louis.  

Pete has his hands full, they're a WC at best.

 

Well Bam Bam Cam Chancellor just came back, that's gonna help!!

 

 

The odds at 12% are horrible, but I have confidence in our coaches and team to turn this thing around.  LETS GO!!

 

[Guest]

actually mathematically it is a "must win", because the the probability of making the playoffs drastically decrease if we lose. if we lose week 3 we are out, theres no question. the chance of making the playoffs at that point is unrealistically low.

 

Judging by todays site "News", Harbaugh is sounding a little like 2013 with a less confident twist.  Take that for what its worth.

 

This next game means a lot to us. I hope we play our best.

[K-Dog]

actually mathematically it is a "must win", because the the probability of making the playoffs drastically decrease if we lose. if we lose week 3 we are out, theres no question. the chance of making the playoffs at that point is unrealistically low.

Low but not out of the question is what my point is.

 

Steelers went 0-4 last year or the year before and was still a playoff contender. ( or maybe they made it in, I dont know, its the steelers, I dont pay them no mind. )

We won the Super Bowl in 2013 with a regular season 10-6.   6 losses, ( three in a row ) and still won the Super Bowl.  That is four more than we have right now.   Unless you think 10-6 is a complete and total physical impossibility.   If you think that I have no more to contribute to the conversation. 

 

Simply put, its entirely possible to loose on sunday and STILL make the playoffs. 13-3 is a playoff team and I see no concrete reason we can win the next 14 games.  None whatsoever. 

Edited September 24, 2015 by K-Dog

[FlackAttack]

Low but not out of the question is what my point is.

Steelers went 0-4 last year or the year before and was still a playoff contender. ( or maybe they made it in, I dont know, its the steelers, I dont pay them no mind. )

We won the Super Bowl in 2013 with a regular season 10-6. 6 losses, ( three in a row ) and still won the Super Bowl. That is four more than we have right now. Unless you think 10-6 is a complete and total physical impossibility. If you think that I have no more to contribute to the conversation.

Simply put, its entirely possible to loose on sunday and STILL make the playoffs. 13-3 is a playoff team and I see no concrete reason we can win the next 14 games. None whatsoever.

youre talking about 2013, and they were never really a legitimate playoff contender. just because they were "in the hunt" a week or 2 in the middle of the season doesnt mean anything. and thats exactly my point they didnt even make the playoffs. they were actually terrible that year, as was the rest of our division.

and you keep bringing up our 10-6 super bowl year, ive already proven to you that doesnt compare to this situation so im done with that.

also i posted this in another thread but ill post it here for you too. facts dont lie. only FIVE teams in NFL HISTORY have made the playoffs after a 0-3 start. dont believe me then google it.

Edited September 24, 2015 by Moderator 3

[CalvinSmoke]

Relax guys... We all want to see the Ravens win, take your frustrations out on a Steelers fan/forum or something. Not amongst brethren

[usmccharles]

actually mathematically it is a "must win", because the the probability of making the playoffs drastically decrease if we lose. if we lose week 3 we are out, theres no question. the chance of making the playoffs at that point is unrealistically low.

So your telling me...the more games we lose, the harder it is to make the playoffs?  maybe we need a new strategy. 

 

 

That was some good entertainment guys, in reality, we are able to make the playoffs until it is mathmatically impossible.  5 teams may have made it to the playoffs starting 0-3 but there is nothing that says a 6th team cant if we are in that situation.  Unlikely? of course it is.  Impossible? not yet.  Didnt teebow win 8-9 games when the broncos were 1-4 and make it to the playoffs? just saying

[January J]

Technically we only need to split the next two games to stay in if. Realistically we need to win both.

[52520Andrew]

also i posted this in another thread but ill post it here for you too. facts dont lie. only FIVE teams in NFL HISTORY have made the playoffs after a 0-3 start. dont believe me then google it.

Also no 0-3 team has won a Super Bowl. And when is the last time the Ravens went on a 13 game win streak? Actually when is the last time the Ravens won 5 in a row?

[BmoreBird22]

Also no 0-3 team has won a Super Bowl. And when is the last time the Ravens went on a 13 game win streak? Actually when is the last time the Ravens won 5 in a row?

Well, they did go 13-3 in 2006, so they had to win five in a row then