[News] Ravens Still Plan On Signing Running Back Trent Richardson

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John Harbaugh encourages the running back to keep working hard with his training regimen.

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[Sammy1000]

There is not a worse move in all of football. We need new people that pick players. HE IS A LOOSER! TERRIBLE PICK AND WILL NOT PRODUCE. Go get Ray Rice (the guy you railroaded) instead of this looser!

[Sammy1000]

Even if you get him for 50 cents. It is not worth taking someone off the active roster for this guy!

[trevorsteadman]

Even if you get him for 50 cents. It is not worth taking someone off the active roster for this guy!

He has the talent he was the 3rd player taken in the draft that year. I don't know why people hate this signing. We have 90 spots to fill for the offseason and we don't have to break it down to 53 until near the beginning of the season. High reward low risk signing here. If he doesn't pan out he gets cut before the season. I bet if he got in shape and actually ran behind a decent O-line he would produce better stats. Nothing against the Colts or Browns but no running back they have put behind their O-lines have producted the last several years. If he gets into good football shape he has the speed and size to produce. Like Harbaugh and Ozzie said it is up to him to get football ready.

[n#7]

  10 minutes ago, Sammy1000 said:

Even if you get him for 50 cents. It is not worth taking someone off the active roster for this guy!

He has the talent he was the 3rd player taken in the draft that year. I don't know why people hate this signing. We have 90 spots to fill for the offseason and we don't have to break it down to 53 until near the beginning of the season. High reward low risk signing here. If he doesn't pan out he gets cut before the season. I bet if he got in shape and actually ran behind a decent O-line he would produce better stats. Nothing against the Colts or Browns but no running back they have put behind their O-lines have producted the last several years. If he gets into good football shape he has the speed and size to produce. Like Harbaugh and Ozzie said it is up to him to get football ready.

If, If, If! That should say it all. Pass.

[dirtybird66]

his problems didn't seem to be an attitude problem.it just seem's to stem from injuries,but he's had 2 years to lay off on his knee so i think in our sytem he has a chance,i wish him success.

[sami]

I agree with trevorsteadman, it cant hurt and if Harbaugh thinks hes got some juice left then who are we do doubt it.

[fusuymada]

I think Ozzie is doing someone a favor for an Bama alum. He did that with Rolando McLain for Nick Saban and I wonder if this isn't a similar deal. If he shows good then he can make his way back into the NFL if not in Baltimore then somewhere else. I just don't see the Ravens doing this with an already crowded backfield unless it was something like that. I don't believe McLain even suited up as a Raven but the fact Ozzie was going to give him a chance prodded Dallas to take a shot on him. Maybe when Harbaugh said he hopes someone doesn't "SWOOP DOWN AND GRAB HIM' he was planting a subliminal message hoping that is exactly what someone does.

[JetLife94]

I'd love to see him run all over the Browns when we play them!!

[EvilWayz]

Trent Richardson has no credibility with me. I mean this guy showed up to the draft muscled up, built like a Bull, and got to the NFL and couldn't produce. I don't what this kid has as far as being a RB in the NFL. I do not know what John Harbaugh and Ozzie Newsome sees either, but as far as I'm concerned this kid goes in that list of 1st round bust. That's just what I've seen from him thus far.

What I will say on a positive note is this: If there is any team in the NFL that can take a player or coach and turn them into winners it would be our Baltimore Ravens. There is a possibility, maybe a small possibility, that Trent Richardson may show up in great shape and ready for his chance at greatness once again.

Now let's say he doesn't show up in shape and ready to go, then I think you not even let make in the facility. Go Home. It's really up to Trent Richardson (if signed) to take advantage of this opportunity. If he can't play better than he has in the past, I think he'll never get another shot on any team in the NFL again.

[ellicottraven]

If they do, it will be a contract much like Marlon Brown's. No guarantees or bonus money up front. He makes the contract money if he makes the team. No risk signing and I'm all for it.

[metalraven]

If they do, it will be a contract much like Marlon Brown's. No guarantees or bonus money up front. He makes the contract money if he makes the team. No risk signing and I'm all for it.

Agree, 100%. This has no negative impact on the team at all. He either doesn't pan out and gets cut; or he surprises everyone and does great. If it's the latter, then freaking sweet!

[eze17]

I think Ozzie is doing someone a favor for an Bama alum. He did that with Rolando McLain for Nick Saban and I wonder if this isn't a similar deal. If he shows good then he can make his way back into the NFL if not in Baltimore then somewhere else. I just don't see the Ravens doing this with an already crowded backfield unless it was something like that. I don't believe McLain even suited up as a Raven but the fact Ozzie was going to give him a chance prodded Dallas to take a shot on him. Maybe when Harbaugh said he hopes someone doesn't "SWOOP DOWN AND GRAB HIM' he was planting a subliminal message hoping that is exactly what someone does.

Basically what I was thinking. Really cant hurt to have him for the OTA's, and he might get another shot in the pros. Ozzie always helps his alma mater.

[Ravenous_Ravens]

Trent Richardson has no credibility with me. I mean this guy showed up to the draft muscled up, built like a Bull, and got to the NFL and couldn't produce. I don't what this kid has as far as being a RB in the NFL. I do not know what John Harbaugh and Ozzie Newsome sees either, but as far as I'm concerned this kid goes in that list of 1st round bust. That's just what I've seen from him thus far.

What I will say on a positive note is this: If there is any team in the NFL that can take a player or coach and turn them into winners it would be our Baltimore Ravens. There is a possibility, maybe a small possibility, that Trent Richardson may show up in great shape and ready for his chance at greatness once again.

Now let's say he doesn't show up in shape and ready to go, then I think you not even let make in the facility. Go Home. It's really up to Trent Richardson (if signed) to take advantage of this opportunity. If he can't play better than he has in the past, I think he'll never get another shot on any team in the NFL again.

Trent may not have lived up to expectations yet, but I do not believe that means he cannot. If you want to judge based on his past NFL experience then look at the circumstances as well because that is a part of it.

When Cleveland drafted him, they were basically looking for a workhorse to carry the load for an offense lacking substantial play-makers or even QB. Despite that he did some success, although not near the level you like to see for a high draft pick. So does this say he cannot do it or that maybe the timing and situation he was placed in was not ideal. It's the same issue as they continue to look for a QB, they keep bringing them into the wrong situation and expectations are UN-realistically high in addition.

Okay, next is the Colts. They really did not have a great offensive line when he was there. They could pass protect the heck outta Luck but when it came time to pave road no dice. This is still obvious as they have been bolstering their o-line since that time. Also add in the fact it was a mid season trade so their was also lack of familiarity to deal with.

Oakland was the same situation as the Colts, in that they needed offensive line help. Something they addressed big time this off-season.

IMHO I do think Trent Richardson can still become a productive RB in the NFL. It seems to me his biggest issue has been getting some traction. I do not see him as the 3 down workhorse back that people thought when he was drafted though. I think he is going to be best in a rotation, and will need to excel in close yardage situations.

This is really a "go kick the tires and see how it works out" situation. The con would be in things do go well and he does not make the roster. The pros are you may add a solid athlete to your squad who despite his age is relatively fresh not having carried the ball an insane amount of reps already. Think Forsett, who seemingly plays like he's a few years younger than he is. Plus what kind of satisfaction for Ravens fans and Richardson himself playing and running down the Browns twice a year.

[stixfix69]

i'm in favor of this......and talk about a chip on his shoulder....

[The Greek]

wouldnt hurt to try

[riseNConquer81]

eh.
he's already flopped with three different teams. THe raiders didnt even let him on the field.
hard to see anything changing.

[purpledown]

low risk high reward. But Richardson wont make it out of training camp.

[Purple Dawg 96]

His size could no will pay dividends late in the season with that ground and pound! His mistakes are on film, now he can either "Barbecue or Mildew"! I think he will bounce back like every person that puts on that Raven uniform! "Patiently Waiting"!

[SouthernRavens]

I don't know if a lot of people forgot or what. T Rich started 15 games and ran for 956 yds with 11 TDs as a rookie adding 367 yds on 51 receptions. Only 9 runners had more yards this year and no one had more rushing TDs. He was the next coming of Jim Brown and then a new regime traded him because he was more valuable as picks than as a runner to them. If I told you our starting runner would put up 1300 scrimmage yards and 11 scores before any other RB stepped on the field you would take that in a heartbeat. I understand that he looked horrible the last couple of years but (insert poor system/poor o-line/not enough time argument here).

I'm saying to forget about sliced bread, but people saying this guy is a loser seem to have forgotten playing against him. The guy should be motivated to silence his haters and if we benefit from that than everyone wins! I think it is a low risk - high reward move on our part. Good luck Trent wherever you land.

[someyoungguy]

I don't know if a lot of people forgot or what. T Rich started 15 games and ran for 956 yds with 11 TDs as a rookie adding 367 yds on 51 receptions. Only 9 runners had more yards this year and no one had more rushing TDs. He was the next coming of Jim Brown and then a new regime traded him because he was more valuable as picks than as a runner to them. If I told you our starting runner would put up 1300 scrimmage yards and 11 scores before any other RB stepped on the field you would take that in a heartbeat. I understand that he looked horrible the last couple of years but (insert poor system/poor o-line/not enough time argument here).

I'm saying to forget about sliced bread, but people saying this guy is a loser seem to have forgotten playing against him. The guy should be motivated to silence his haters and if we benefit from that than everyone wins! I think it is a low risk - high reward move on our part. Good luck Trent wherever you land.

Only if he can play special teams as well.

[EdTheMythicalOne]

Seems to be two schools of thought on this potential move by the Ravens as far as Trent Richardson goes. This isn't the first time the Ravens have been mentioned as being interested in him so clearly they think his lack of production stems from something other than Trent Richardson. This also makes me think that perhaps their "deep" stable of running backs isn't exactly healthy yet. Forsett is coming off of a brutal broken arm, Taliafero was out all season with a foot injury and some suspect it might have been a Lisfranc like Jimmy Smith suffered. If that is the case even if he has recovered there might be another year before Taliafero is back up to speed like we saw with Jimmy. Buck Allen didn't really run all that well either and only scored 1TD on the ground, but was an amazing receiver out of the backfield. Terrence West was a late season pick up and didn't really wow anyone with his totals.

So you kick the tires on Richardson who has a better resume than anyone currently on the roster other than Forsett. You can get him relatively cheap and at worst he might beat out West for the third RB slot and be the goal line pounder. You might even be able to use him in a split back set and he can act more like a full back. Remember the mantra people:

Right player, right price. You really got nothing to lose and a lot to potentially gain here.

[20306cab]

They're "deep" in RB's, but not necessarily GOOD ones. Allen, Richardson and West could handle it.

[Drinkmore Beer]

Sure hope the Browns don't swoop in and steal him from us. Not many running backs who can average 3 yards a carry over their career.

[J.O.14]

I don't know if a lot of people forgot or what. T Rich started 15 games and ran for 956 yds with 11 TDs as a rookie adding 367 yds on 51 receptions. Only 9 runners had more yards this year and no one had more rushing TDs. He was the next coming of Jim Brown and then a new regime traded him because he was more valuable as picks than as a runner to them. If I told you our starting runner would put up 1300 scrimmage yards and 11 scores before any other RB stepped on the field you would take that in a heartbeat. I understand that he looked horrible the last couple of years but (insert poor system/poor o-line/not enough time argument here).

I'm saying to forget about sliced bread, but people saying this guy is a loser seem to have forgotten playing against him. The guy should be motivated to silence his haters and if we benefit from that than everyone wins! I think it is a low risk - high reward move on our part. Good luck Trent wherever you land.

If you can't break 1000 yards rushing in 15 games, that's a little disappointing in today's game. It's really not that hard to break 1000 yards, as Forsett was on pace to do so last year and we can all agree that he wasn't setting the world on fire with his play. I'm by no means blaming the RBs, because a lot of factors come into play with RBs success. The browns are the browns, and the Colts and Raiders don't really run schemes that fit him, but watching him run just doesn't look good either.

We are giving him a chance, that's it. No risk, possible reward. I don't see the problem with it. He could turn it around.

[RAVENSBL00D]

When you look at the running backs that we currently have in the stable, you ask yourself the question, "who's spot could Trent replace? who is he better than?" Starting at the top you quickly by pass Justin. That brings us to stand out rookie stud Buc Allen... Buc showed way to much promise the way he ran when Justin went down last season. And you think the same thing with the way Terrance West played for us as well. That brings us to Taliaferro. He and Buc are the same type of Big Back. You don't need two of the same type of backs. I think Trent replaces Taliaferro. A IN SHAPE TRENT. A 20/25 POUND LIGHTER TRENT. let's not forget what he did at Alabama and his first year in Cleveland. Yes, he lost his way. Lost his work ethic obviously and gained a bunch of weight. But if anyone can bring the old Trent back, its John Harbaugh

[EdTheMythicalOne]

1 hour ago, RAVENSBL00D said:

When you look at the running backs that we currently have in the stable, you ask yourself the question, "who's spot could Trent replace? who is he better than?" Starting at the top you quickly by pass Justin. That brings us to stand out rookie stud Buc Allen... Buc showed way to much promise the way he ran when Justin went down last season. And you think the same thing with the way Terrance West played for us as well. That brings us to Taliaferro. He and Buc are the same type of Big Back. You don't need two of the same type of backs. I think Trent replaces Taliaferro. A IN SHAPE TRENT. A 20/25 POUND LIGHTER TRENT. let's not forget what he did at Alabama and his first year in Cleveland. Yes, he lost his way. Lost his work ethic obviously and gained a bunch of weight. But if anyone can bring the old Trent back, its John Harbaugh

Buck was a better receiver out of the backfield than a runner, just take a look at the numbers. West didn't do much either. Taliafero hasn't stayed healthy enough to show what he can really do. I think if Richardson gets on the team it is West's job to lose. The Ravens didn't draft him.

[JimmyBlack]

I guess that there will be 2 less if we go ahead and draft Elliott.