Now is our chance to grab a FA RB (merged)

[RavensFanOfLA]

i dont see the ravens picking him up, but please can anyone other than new england pick him up. Miami please!

[harfordravenfan]

Although I like him and think he'd be a good fit... 

He'll either sign with his opinion of a contender (5 wins leaves us out of that most likely) or go for the $, which we don't have. And as I mentioned earlier, I'm content with our rb choices already on the team

[thieverycorporation]

1 hour ago, harfordravenfan said:

Although I like him and think he'd be a good fit... 

He'll either sign with his opinion of a contender (5 wins leaves us out of that most likely) or go for the $, which we don't have. And as I mentioned earlier, I'm content with our rb choices already on the team

A fluke year IMHO. We've lost before and rebounded quickly. And the Bears weren't exactly lighting the world on fire and he would have loved to be resigned.

Edited February 14, 2016 by thieverycorporation

[PurpleCity5]

I would be surprised if we went after Forte. 

[RaineV1]

I do think the Ravens would be in a good position to get Forte since we're usually a playoff contender and there's the connection through Trestman. However, he'd have to accept a relatively low salary to play here since the Ravens can't afford to spend big on a RB. As such, I don't see it happening.

Personally, I'd bet on the Packers, Titans, or Texans to sign him. Speaking of the Texans, I think the Ravens would have a better shot of getting Foster, as his price will likely be lower.

[harfordravenfan]

4 hours ago, RaineV1 said:

I do think the Ravens would be in a good position to get Forte since we're usually a playoff contender and there's the connection through Trestman. However, he'd have to accept a relatively low salary to play here since the Ravens can't afford to spend big on a RB. As such, I don't see it happening.

Personally, I'd bet on the Packers, Titans, or Texans to sign him. Speaking of the Texans, I think the Ravens would have a better shot of getting Foster, as his price will likely be lower.

Agreed, but I think the Pats would also take a flyer on him (he'd work well in that dink dunk offense)

[The Raven]

Why is there so much talk of us signing a running back when it's one of our deepest positions? Seriously. Ozzie is pretty decent at finding adequate backs in the draft, as well as UDFAs and guys off the trash heap. There is no way in hell we sign Arian Foster, Forte, or any other big name back.

Edited February 15, 2016 by The Raven

[thieverycorporation]

4 hours ago, The Raven said:

Why is there so much talk of us signing a running back when it's one of our deepest positions? Seriously. Ozzie is pretty decent at finding adequate backs in the draft, as well as UDFAs and guys off the trash heap. There is no way in hell we sign Arian Foster, Forte, or any other big name back.

I like your optimism however Tali hasn't hasn't exactly lasted a whole season health wise. Buck still needs to work on his game (Ball security), West has shown flashes but thats about it. The organization stated if they deemed player as a contributor they'd welcome them and seeking to upgrade wherever possible. Runningback aplenty doesn't negate the mindset aforementioned. We had an abundance of wide receivers and how did that pan out? Quantity doesn't equate to quality. JS

[rmw10]

3 hours ago, thieverycorporation said:

I like your optimism however Tali hasn't hasn't exactly lasted a whole season health wise. Buck still needs to work on his game (Ball security), West has shown flashes but thats about it. The organization stated if they deemed player as a contributor they'd welcome them and seeking to upgrade wherever possible. Runningback aplenty doesn't negate the mindset aforementioned. We had an abundance of wide receivers and how did that pan out? Quantity doesn't equate to quality. JS

While we may not have that superstar RB, we have a solid group.  I get the desire for Forte.  I would love to have him, but it doesn't make much sense for us.  There are better ways to spend what little money we do have than adding another guy to what is one of our deepest positions.  You have to think of that as a team, and especially when considering adding a guy that isn't even a long term option.

[rmcjacket23]

1 hour ago, rmw10 said:

While we may not have that superstar RB, we have a solid group.  I get the desire for Forte.  I would love to have him, but it doesn't make much sense for us.  There are better ways to spend what little money we do have than adding another guy to what is one of our deepest positions.  You have to think of that as a team, and especially when considering adding a guy that isn't even a long term option.

Agreed. I think Trestman being here is literally the only thing keep this conversation going.

Just don't see what value Forte brings to the table or how he's supposed to help this team win more games. Think we'd be signing a name purely to get a name.

[Tenacious Faulker]

In a word...why?  I like Forte but he's got about 3 more years in the league and they won't all be at a high level.  We have a solid group that comes with an affordable price tag and a high ceiling.  The timing is just wrong and the window is all but closed for that deal.

[BOLDnPurPnBlacK]

On February 13, 2016 at 5:53 PM, thieverycorporation said:

That's exactly why i said he'd be a welcomed addition. The money may be a little more then thee average but by no means bank busting. He'd fit right in with the scheme Trestman runs and he's has all intangibles to succeed here as he poses no negatives. He would be a backfield threat that has been vacated by Ray Rice. I'd take him in a New York minute.

The Trestman connection isn't a reason for Forte to come here - Forte publicly complained about Trestman at the end of his last season. Abandoning the run, play calling and losing the locker room were among his complaints.

Forsett has proven serviceable and Buck looked really good when called into action. I see Buck being featured more and more. 

He won't break the bank in comparison to a feature back in his prime but he'll still likely be offered $3-5 million per year on a 2-3 yr deal. That's not money we can afford to spend at RB. 

Not to mention he said his next move is about winning. While we may feel internally that we'll turn things around very quickly, with the options Forte is likely to have I don't think he'll want to go to a team drafting 6th. 

Combine that with the fact that the Patriots have a clear need and he's a perfect fit there to step in and start day 1, whereas here he'd be in a deep committee. 

The Patriots, Broncos, Colts and Seahawks are definitely more intriguing fits with a need, and even Green Bay, Carolina, and potentially Pittsburgh could use depth/injury insurance and probably look more attractive. 

So between us almost definitely not being interested and not being anywhere near the top of Fortes list of choices.... I would say there's a 99.9999999999999% chance it doesn't happen. 

And frankly that's not a bad thing. RB's historically hit a wall after 30, and he's been used a lot in Chicago. For the money he'll cost he's just not worth it, especially when I think we have a younger version already on the team in Buck. 

[BOLDnPurPnBlacK]

Got to reiterate this.... Forte publicly trashed (maybe a bit of an exaggeration) Trestman his last season in Chicago. 

It is not a connection or reason Forte would come here! In fact it's the opposite! 

It's like saying the 49ers are a great fit for Desean Jackson..... Well Chip Kelly's there now and he coached him in Philly! 

 

[HoldingCall]

I think the FO would need to believe 1. Forte adds something that is needed; 2. He adds something the other RBs cannot. Not saying the FO will see it my way but, I'm not convinced he fills a need far enough beyond what's already here.

[ellicottraven]

Matt Forte will not be a Raven. However, I'm not so sure that Jermon Bushrod won't as he was just cut by the Bears.

[GrimCoconut]

I'd rather invest that money in the OL. If he comes cheap then sure, but I doubt he'll be cheap and I can't see us keeping both Forte and Forsett.

[Ravensuperfan1]

Ozzie needs to work his magic and get him at a good price. Than we can dump Trent Richardson and not entertain a risky Matt Forte signing 

[JoeyFlex5]

Call Matt forte a risky signing then clamor for Arian foster... 

 

Wat

[Cville-Raven]

28 minutes ago, JoeyFlex5 said:

Call Matt forte a risky signing then clamor for Arian foster... 

 

Wat

lol no words 

[pep_meister]

i have no idea how contracts work when a player gets released but on the cheap imo a healthy foster is a top 3 back. but health and foster dont go well.

[ellicottraven]

Foster isn't going to be a Raven. He is more than likely going to be a Bronco.

[scrock]

def risk with foster...he going to NE

[Tru11]

we need healthy players not guys who get injured all the time.

last time he played a full season we won the SB and interestingly it was the only season he played all 16 games in his 7 year career.....

[thieverycorporation]

I'd take a flyer on the cheap if he would agree to terms. He would be a viable by committee player. But only if we won't envision addressing the hole in the draft. I can see a relative need at the position and seems as if there is a host of players that could be acquired via the draft. Only question is what round. I would rather take one in the draft with CJ Procice being the prime candidate. I would invest heavily in the position because we still need to find a true triple threat on the offense. Forsett was schemed by opposing defenses effectively last year. West is still a wildcard. Taliafferro doesn't stay healthy. I presume Richardson wasn't the workout specimen when arrived @ the castle (you know the rest). 

My candidates for refreshment:

Forte: 2 year-8m over 2 year.

Foster: same

CJ Procice 4th round first pick

Drake 4th round.

Getting true good hands player(s) out the backfield would help spell the notion to just load the box. 

Buck Allen would still be in the mix heavily. 

It's obvious the Ravens know they still need to address the position so the draft is the most obvious avenue and they will pick one up. Tightend as well.

Edited March 4, 2016 by thieverycorporation

[Cillmatic]

It's hilarious that people think we need ANOTHER running back.

[edthehead]

11 minutes ago, Cillmatic said:

It's hilarious that people think we need ANOTHER running back.

I know 

not to throw our RB's  under the bus,

but we have average RB's.  at best, they are average

now for me, I am not advocating any released RB (forte is the only back I would take) coming here

get a young fresh back in the draft 

side note I do like Keith Marshall out of GA, for me he is under the radar, UGA produces good backs.

Edited March 4, 2016 by edthehead

[Kid87]

Theres aLotta good RB's in the nfl... lol I just don't why we got Trent Richardson.. but  forsett is a decent starter, Buck needs time, West okay.. We definitely need a 1-2 punch in the run game doe

[Alexir]

We have 4 guys who can start. I rather invest in the offensive line so anyone holding the mail can get 4 yards a clip.

[redrum52]

Of all the positions, this is the one people are worried about?  Corner, o line, rusher... in fact, every position, but d line, on defense.  Wr and now even possibly TE.  No.  Best option would be the draft before the team spends real coin on a RB.