Ravens Projected Win-Loss Record 2016

[LosT_in_TranSlatioN]

On 8/6/2016 at 11:35 PM, LosT_in_TranSlatioN said:

 

PIT-W

Not a par for the course game vs the Steelers. Shootout. Horrid defense on both accounts. But our defense doesn't have the holes there's do. 

CIN-L

Starters rest as we clinch a playoff spot. 

 

10-6. Good enough for the wildcard.

 

But the season could go either way. 

Here we go. Let's hope I'm right again 

[LosT_in_TranSlatioN]

10-3.

[letitgosometimes]

Game 14: 9-5. Good teams find a way to win.  Can the Ravens do the unthinkable next Sunday in Pittsburgh?

[LosT_in_TranSlatioN]

Actually, I'm changing my pick. I think we lose. Without Jimmy, and they're gonna be pissed off from last time. I hope we don't get blown out on national television. I think it's gonna be close but this team isn't ready yet

[K-Dog]

"National" television. 

Yes I am pissed about this.

[letitgosometimes]

Relax - the Ravens enforce their will to a win; this is their modus operandi.

[ellicottraven]

No Jimmy. abysmal road record and their last playing and coaching effort being sub-par, I say we have about a 20% chance of winning. We'll have our collective hearts in our hands the entire game, but I think the PIttsburgh pass pressure gets to Joe committing him to critical mistakes that cost us this game.

[letitgosometimes]

Game 15: 10-5.  Echo: Good teams find a way to win.  The Ravens played well on the road, but just could not do the unthinkable in Pittsburgh. There is great hope for next season, but major changes are required in the wings for the Ravens to finish more games with a win. The owner of the Ravens may have words to say sooner than later on the direction of the team for next year.  

A quick review of thoughts from early August 2016, are pretty much the same sentiments now:

The Ravens will be defined by the ability of their defensive backs to attack the football.   The defensive coordinator's propensity to play soft coverage defense will continue to result in free gifts to opponent receivers.  The Ravens are rebuilding most of their defense and parts of their offensive line.   Therefore expect costly breakdowns on both sides of the line of scrimmage. 

The Ravens have a relatively light-weight first half of season, but the second half may prove too overwhelming for the young players.  The Ravens projected win-loss record in 2016 season is a not too shabby 9-7:

WIN	BUF
WIN	CLE
WIN	JAX
LOSS	OAK
WIN	WAS
LOSS	NYG
WIN	NYJ
LOSS	PIT
WIN	CLE
WIN	DAL
LOSS	CIN
WIN	MIA
LOSS	NE
WIN	PHI
LOSS	PIT
LOSS	CIN

 

In 2016, the Ravens' offense will average over 20 points a game, while their defense will average over 18 points a game.  Are playoffs in the picture? If Ravens can finish in first or second place in their division, then definitely yes.  However, if they are in third place then "Next Year". 

Go Ravens!

 

Letitgosometimes

 

 

[letitgosometimes]

Bigger than the Win-Loss record, will the Ravens relax and play fun football - running through holes and cutting up field for long gains?  Will the defense set the tone for next year with multiple interceptions?  The pressure is off; execute on both sides of the football and the Ravens end the season on an up note.  Hopefully, this will be the case, albeit the Bengals have the same thought process in mind and a home field to play on.  

[letitgosometimes]

Game 16: 11-5 record based on August predictions.  Sometimes even bad teams find a way to win. Oh well, next year is now.  Ravens have some serious house cleaning to do.

[K-Dog]

I had 11-5.  I guess I loose.