Thank you, Steve Bisciotti (Reactions to Press Conference)

Moderator 3 · January 10

If you didn't catch the press conference, please make sure you do when you can. I truly enjoyed the explanation for his decisions and loved hearing his passion for the game.

rossihunter2 · January 10

i simultaneously liked how fired up and severe he was when talking about the teams failings but also how at the same time he was so level-headed - we are so lucky that we have bisciotti rather than jed yorke etc. (anyone else love the shot he sent jed yorke's way?)

Moderator 3 · January 10

Just now, rossihunter2 said:

i simultaneously liked how fired up and severe he was when talking about the teams failings but also how at the same time he was so level-headed - we are so lucky that we have bisciotti rather than jed yorke etc. (anyone else love the shot he sent jed yorke's way?)

Absolutely. :-)

Free Agent · January 10

I don't know if I've ever appreciated Bisciotti as much as I do after that press conference.

Also, I can't recall if he's ever done this in past years, but he specifically called people out - players and coaches alike - much more than I can remember, so it's good to see that level of accountability taking place, even if it's behind closed doors and we fans can't always see it.

rossihunter2 · January 10

Just now, Free Agent said:

I don't know if I've ever appreciated Bisciotti as much as I do after that press conference.

Also, I can't recall if he's ever done this in past years, but he specifically called people out - players and coaches alike - much more than I can remember, so it's good to see that level of accountability taking place, even if it's behind closed doors and we fans can't always see it.

i think he said so himself that everyone kind of got a pass last year and obviously we havent had many bad seasons in recent history until then

VermontRaven · January 10

Thought it would be a good idea to start a thread specifically for reactions to the End of Season Press Conference that just occurred. I know there has been some talk of this in the "State of the Ravens" thread, but the thread is muddled with some people talking specifically about the presser and some talking more in general. What are everyone's thoughts that have had a chance to watch it? I am refraining from my thoughts for now since I only saw a couple pieces of it. I will have to go back and watch it.

BOLDnPurPnBlacK · January 10

6 minutes ago, VermontRaven said:

Thought it would be a good idea to start a thread specifically for reactions to the End of Season Press Conference that just occurred. I know there has been some talk of this in the "State of the Ravens" thread, but the thread is muddled with some people talking specifically about the presser and some talking more in general. What are everyone's thoughts that have had a chance to watch it? I am refraining from my thoughts for now since I only saw a couple pieces of it. I will have to go back and watch it.

I really enjoyed it.

Bisciotti and Company, i felt, reflected my own personal views of what went wrong, what needs to be fixed, and how you go about doing that. It's not emotionally reacting with knee-jerk decision making. You analyze what went wrong, why it did, and was it the result of incompetency or factors unforeseen/out of control?

The anecdote about Wright helped explain that. Wright regressing really hurt the secondary and defense as whole... it was a personnel decision, so shouldnt Ozzie be to blame for it? Well, no, because at the time he was resigned all the available information pointed to him being an improving player, and had he played even close to his 2015 form the deal would have been a bargain. But - as we know, he didnt.

And, he kind of danced around it for a second, but im glad he said that he wouldnt pander to the fans even if it meant and temporary decrease in ticket sales or jersey sales... bc once you do that youre sunk. Doing what fans want turns you into the Cleveland Browns.

Loved the part too about pulling up the transcripts from this press conference every year. Fire Harbs, bench Joe, fire Ozzie, etc... every year from '08 through now. Listening to that sentiment would have destroyed the most successful 6 years in our history, and not brought us a Super Bowl; but of course some try to justify it now.

mc_red23 · January 10

1 hour ago, Moderator 3 said:

If you didn't catch the press conference, please make sure you do when you can. I truly enjoyed the explanation for his decisions and loved hearing his passion for the game.

Any idea where I might find a replay for it?

K-Dog · January 10

After reading this, I look forward to getting home and watching.

cajmax · January 10

didn't like the idea of raising the ticket prices for season tickets!!!!

don't know why ozzie & decosta get another pass at drafting?

did anyone really talk about a dominant running game?

ravensnation5220 · January 10

I enjoyed the insight and what everyone has said so far is spot on. It seems Steve expects a much better outcome to next season and If not I feel he will make changes.

I have a question however. Steve said any player with domestic violence in their background will not be drafted, and he used tyreek hill as an example (he punched and chocked his girlfriend fyi for those who think we should have taken him). Now does that include a player who had a domestic violence charge that was later dropped, because that's what happened to Dalvin Cook?

I know that they said they look into each individual situation however they did state that they WILL NOT take a player with domestic violence

ravensnation5220 · January 10

Just now, cajmax said:

didn't like the idea of raising the ticket prices for season tickets!!!!

don't know why ozzie & decosta get another pass at drafting?

did anyone really talk about a dominant running game?

Uh .....did you not watch the presser? They said establishing a running game is a key for them going into next season and to have a balanced attack. And steve gave a perfect answer as to why ozzie is still the draft guru

BOLDnPurPnBlacK · January 10

11 minutes ago, cajmax said:

didn't like the idea of raising the ticket prices for season tickets!!!!

don't know why ozzie & decosta get another pass at drafting?

did anyone really talk about a dominant running game?

theyve raised ticket prices 1x... ONCE in the last 8 years. And with all the investment theyre putting into the stadium - what do you want them to do?

Why do Ozzie and Decosta get a pass for drafting? Ummm... theyre not just getting a pass - they got an A from where im sitting. Franchise LT who was the best pass protector in the entire league down the stretch (per PFF), a legit lockdown type CB, a day 1 above average starter at guard with huge upside (they said they see KO potential in Lewis, btw), a very good situational pass rusher in Judon with big upside, an UDFA gem of a DT who could allow us to walk from BWill, a special teams ace in Moore who showed glimpses of great route running at WR, Dixon came on big down the stretch and is a legit potential lead back.....

And that doesnt even include the potential in our 2nd and 3rd round picks. Kaufusi has elite short area burst and many saw him as having monster potential as a pass rusher... some even gave him a rd 1 grade based on his short area burst and strength... and Correa we'll see.

But they ACED this draft. Could wind up as one of our best 2-3 drafts in history.

And yes. They addressed wanting a dominant run game.... and how you need a dominant OL to do it. Which they see as a priority, along with adding talent at RB.

Anything else?

BOLDnPurPnBlacK · January 10

18 minutes ago, ravensnation5220 said:

I enjoyed the insight and what everyone has said so far is spot on. It seems Steve expects a much better outcome to next season and If not I feel he will make changes.

I have a question however. Steve said any player with domestic violence in their background will not be drafted, and he used tyreek hill as an example (he punched and chocked his girlfriend fyi for those who think we should have taken him). Now does that include a player who had a domestic violence charge that was later dropped, because that's what happened to Dalvin Cook?

I know that they said they look into each individual situation however they did state that they WILL NOT take a player with domestic violence

theyll look into it and gather as much info as possible and then go with gut.

Im sure if they feel it was dropped bc he was innocent or the charges were overblown - it wouldnt stop them. If they determine it was dropped because of an out of court settlement, and he was really guilty - im sure hes off the board.

If its a straight up punch in the face and choking, versus a drunken argument where someone pushed an off balance girl a little too hard without intending to hurt her... and she fell bc she was drunk too..

As you said - im sure theyll treat every case differently and individually. Assess how recent the incident was, if any changes were made, interview family, friends, coaches and team mates, contact the victim or alleged victim and get their story... talk to law enforcement and school officials that were involved to get their perspective.

ravensnation5220 · January 10

3 minutes ago, BOLDnPurPnBlacK said:

theyll look into it and gather as much info as possible and then go with gut.

Im sure if they feel it was dropped bc he was innocent or the charges were overblown - it wouldnt stop them. If they determine it was dropped because of an out of court settlement, and he was really guilty - im sure hes off the board.

If its a straight up punch in the face and choking, versus a drunken argument where someone pushed an off balance girl a little too hard without intending to hurt her... and she fell bc she was drunk too..

As you said - im sure theyll treat every case differently and individually. Assess how recent the incident was, if any changes were made, interview family, friends, coaches and team mates, contact the victim or alleged victim and get their story... talk to law enforcement and school officials that were involved to get their perspective.

Ya true. I believe the person who filed the charges didn't even show up but I could be wrong. Either way that takes dede westbrook off our board

I AM LEGEND · January 10

Havent seen the press conference...but did they talk about the QB position?

rmcjacket23 · January 10

Just now, I AM LEGEND said:

Havent seen the press conference...but did they talk about the QB position?

They talked about Flacco, yes.

I AM LEGEND · January 10

2 minutes ago, rmcjacket23 said:

They talked about Flacco, yes.

Mind paraphrasing some of the statements regarding #5?

rmcjacket23 · January 10

9 minutes ago, I AM LEGEND said:

Mind paraphrasing some of the statements regarding #5?