Free Agency 2017 (Players from Other Teams We Should Consider)

[Tank 92]

6 minutes ago, Rav'n Maniac said:

I doubt that Boldin would actually come back. I read he was recently asked about coming back here and his only reply was " Is Harbaugh still the coach there? "

lol.  Where did you read that?

[rmw10]

25 minutes ago, Rav'n Maniac said:

I doubt that Boldin would actually come back. I read he was recently asked about coming back here and his only reply was " Is Harbaugh still the coach there? "

From an article on a certain date where you should believe nothing you read.

[Purple_City39]

29 minutes ago, Tank 92 said:

lol.  Where did you read that?

RSR.  On an article written on 4/1/17.  Completely credible and legitimate..........

[Rav'n Maniac]

Lol, Didn't realize it was 4/1 article when I read it. What a fool believes...

[LosT_in_TranSlatioN]

1 hour ago, rmw10 said:

From an article on a certain date where you should believe nothing you read.

April first = Day of fake news

[jazz1988]

2 hours ago, PurpleHorseman said:

Boldin picked it up when new coordinator came in. And for all the talk about more productive WRs. Boldin was the only WR that was money in playoffs.

I'm not denying that Cam Cameron wasn't a problem  and Boldin was money for The Ravens but he was able to play with speedy receiver to take the pressure off of him unlike Derrick Mason. Boldin also was able to  go  to the playoffs consistently out of the three years he has been with The Ravens unlike Steve Smith Sr.Even though I feel like Derrick Mason and Steve Smith Sr were better receivers than Anquan Boldin it's no denying that Boldin just was more fortunate and came in at the right time.

Edited April 3 by jazz1988

[AsianRice]

2 minutes ago, jazz1988 said:

I'm not denying that Cam Cameron wasn't a problem  and Boldin was money for The Ravens but he was able to play with speedy receiver to take the pressure off of him unlike Torrey Smith.Boldin also was able to  go  to the playoffs consistently out of the three years he has been with The Ravens unlike Steve Smith Sr.Even though I feel like Derrick Mason and Steve Smith Sr were better receivers than Anquan Boldin it's no denying that Boldin just was more fortunate and came in at the right time.

I wholeheartedly agree with this; SSR and Mason's experiences and skillsets are no different than Boldin, and they all excel as possessive receivers.  It's a matter of luck per say.....

[Purple_City39]

8 minutes ago, jazz1988 said:

I'm not denying that Cam Cameron wasn't a problem  and Boldin was money for The Ravens but he was able to play with speedy receiver to take the pressure off of him unlike Derrick Mason. Boldin also was able to  go  to the playoffs consistently out of the three years he has been with The Ravens unlike Steve Smith Sr.Even though I feel like Derrick Mason and Steve Smith Sr were better receivers than Anquan Boldin it's no denying that Boldin just was more fortunate and came in at the right time.

I agree.  Mason did a lot more with less (he had Boller and Wright throwing him the ball and still eclipsed 1k yards) while never having a true threat opposite him.  Smith Sr was just an animal considering his age.  Boldin had the best WR opposite him in his time here among the 3 by far, and thus had less pressure.  Mason did disappear in January though

[Natural Born Hitters]

Looks like we're hosting Mangold..

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/ravens-insider/bal-ravens-host-veteran-center-nick-mangold-on-free-agent-visit-20170404-story,amp.html

[Ravenskid52752]

 

Jeff Zrebiec‏ @jeffzrebiecsun

 

@jamisonhensley Can confirm this: Ravens want to check out where Mangold is health-wise.

@grassman225 That's part of it. Want to see where he's at physically, mentally, etc. He's struggled last 2 years. If he looks good, they're interested

Edited April 5 by Ravenskid52752

[757RavensFan]

Per today's presser, Ozzie said it was "highly probable" that another signing would take place prior to the draft.  

[Ravenskid52752]

7 minutes ago, 757RavensFan said:

Per today's presser, Ozzie said it was "highly probable" that another signing would take place prior to the draft.  

Nick Mangold 

[rossihunter2]

1 hour ago, Ravenskid52752 said:

Nick Mangold 

i cant think who else it would be unless its doom or webby coming back

[allblackraven]

 

[sflegend89]

1 minute ago, allblackraven said:

 

 

Disappointing. Hope he didn't fail his physical. Obviously still possible it's a money issue but doesn't bode well.

[Ravenskid52752]

12 minutes ago, sflegend89 said:

 

Disappointing. Hope he didn't fail his physical. Obviously still possible it's a money issue but doesn't bode well.

That doesn't body well What? He probably wants to talk it over with his family first. Which they are Browns fans by the way and make sure he he a full go on being a raven. 

[sflegend89]

16 minutes ago, Ravenskid52752 said:

That doesn't body well What? He probably wants to talk it over with his family first. Which they are Browns fans by the way and make sure he he a full go on being a raven. 

It's possible. I believe Ducasse visited and left without a contract and was signed later on. Just from what I recall in past years we typically sign guys while they're in the building. The exception being when we host a workout like we did for Hester, I don't believe that was the case with Mangold. Considering the physical was a concern it's a little unsettling.

[Ravenskid52752]

3 minutes ago, sflegend89 said:

It's possible. I believe Ducasse visited and left without a contract and was signed later on. Just from what I recall in past years we typically sign guys while they're in the building. The exception being when we host a workout like we did for Hester, I don't believe that was the case with Mangold. Considering the physical was a concern it's a little unsettling.

It shouldn't but from what I heard both sides have interest and the visit was really good. 

[RayRayRaven]

1 hour ago, sflegend89 said:

 

Disappointing. Hope he didn't fail his physical. Obviously still possible it's a money issue but doesn't bode well.

prolly didnt want to garantee his salary did the same thing with jake long last yr and he was signed and broke down.  still u gotta pay to play not altogather mad we may not sign mangold cuz I want the rebuilt afta this yr cant take no playoffs for so long

[PurpleHorseman]

8 hours ago, RayRayRaven said:

prolly didnt want to garantee his salary did the same thing with jake long last yr and he was signed and broke down.  still u gotta pay to play not altogather mad we may not sign mangold cuz I want the rebuilt afta this yr cant take no playoffs for so long

RayRay you are the supreme poster on this board. Your style is funny. And you are no nonsense in wanting the ravens to be Super Bowl champions. You are definitely a ravens perfectionist.

[JoeyFlex5]

Not sure mangold is gonna happen. It seems he's been broken down physically. He was a gifted mauler and physical beast, it was his calling card, once you get older and knicked up enough you lose what makes you great. It's like the way ngata fell off due to constant injuries

[Ravenskid52752]

 

 

Jason La Canfora‏ @JasonLaCanfora

 

Ravens had a good meeting with C Nick Mangold, are comfortable w/his medicals. Nothing imminent there but a deal could emerge

[ludy51]

38 minutes ago, Ravenskid52752 said:

 

 

Jason La Canfora‏ @JasonLaCanfora

 

Ravens had a good meeting with C Nick Mangold, are comfortable w/his medicals. Nothing imminent there but a deal could emerge

I'm gonna wait until someone other than La Canfora reports it

[rossihunter2]

7 minutes ago, ludy51 said:

I'm gonna wait until someone other than La Canfora reports it

Haha good idea

[Ravenskid52752]

16 minutes ago, ludy51 said:

I'm gonna wait until someone other than La Canfora reports it

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Jeff Zrebiec‏ @jeffzrebiecsun

 

It doesn't mean the Ravens won't sign him in the days ahead. There's interest on both sides. Will just have to work out details.

[Deflated Football]

I still hope Anquan signs here after the draft and before training camp 

[January J]

Several sources saying we are actually very close on a deal to bring back Ladarius Webb.

I certainly wouldn't mind if its cheap. He'd be great depth and has always been a team player.

[rossihunter2]

1 hour ago, January J said:

Several sources saying we are actually very close on a deal to bring back Ladarius Webb.

I certainly wouldn't mind if its cheap. He'd be great depth and has always been a team player.

Not only wouldn't I mind it, I'd love it - he'd be amazing quality depth or as a 3rd safety

Edited April 6 by rossihunter2

[trevorsteadman]

1 minute ago, rossihunter2 said:

Not only wouldn't I mind it, I'd love it - he'd be amazing quality depth or as a 3rd safety

Pending injuries, Ravens would have the best secondary in the NFL. Especially if they picked up someone like Desmond King in the 2nd or 3rd.

[PurpleHorseman]

We should trade for Sheldon Richardson if jets are shopping him. He is a genuine penetrator on the line. We wouldn't miss Jernigan if we brought him.