[News] Eric Weddle Says Ravens Secondary Could Be Special

[BR News]

The Ravens safety has taken an active role in helping to shape Baltimore’s secondary, and has been a prominent figure around the Under Armour Performance Center this offseason.

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[b93333]

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

[ByTheBay]

It's bad enough some fans think we were one play away from the playoffs but now BR.com writers seem to have forgotten that we still had to play and beat the Bengals in CIN. Something we haven't done in once in the last 7 games including games at M&T. I guess that's why Mink doesn't write very often. Haha

[Adreme]

2 minutes ago, ByTheBay said:

It's bad enough some fans think we were one play away from the playoffs but now BR.com writers seem to have forgotten that we still had to play and beat the Bengals in CIN. Something we haven't done in once in the last 7 games including games at M&T. I guess that's why Mink doesn't write very often. Haha

Because everyone saw that game for what it was...a letdown game where had the Ravens needed it tge probably win especially since the Bengals had no motivation to do so.  In fact losing that meaningless game was good for the Ravens.

[RavensBaltimore]

It's bad enough some fans think we were one play away from the playoffs but now BR.com writers seem to have forgotten that we still had to play and beat the Bengals in CIN. Something we haven't done in once in the last 7 games including games at M&T. I guess that's why Mink doesn't write very often. Haha

Even at M&T? The Ravens won the very last game they played against the Bengals at M&T.

[ALSKAN RAVEN FAN]

Weddle is a true team leader / player and captain guy is helping the front office do their job and making the new Raven family members feel at home.

[bigcatfrank1]

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

I think it is because of the contract structure, I cannot see them hanging on to him with Pitta's negotiation. Hopefully they turn that cap space into filling a position need, after the results of the draft.

[bigcatfrank1]

It's bad enough some fans think we were one play away from the playoffs but now BR.com writers seem to have forgotten that we still had to play and beat the Bengals in CIN. Something we haven't done in once in the last 7 games including games at M&T. I guess that's why Mink doesn't write very often. Haha

The Ravens beat Cinci this past year at M&T. But not in Cinci...
The Ravens clearly ran out of steam and were not ready for the Top teams in the league. That is the reason they didn't make it into the playoffs . Agreed not because of one game. They could have won a couple of the close games, but they were not good enough to beat the top teams. Their record placed them exactly where they performed.

What is more interesting about last year is that the Ravens schedule, at the beginning of the season, looked to be stacked against below .500 teams. But Oakland, Washington, Dallas, and the Giants all had strong seasons. The loss to the Jets was probably the biggest let down. Plain and simple the Ravens underperformed.

Time to focus on 2017.

[KidNme]

Weddle is the type of driving force this team needs with SSS gone. Weddle and Suggs on defense, Tucker and his ratpack are the stars on ST now, we need another couple guys on Offense with the same type attitude, drive and desire to round out this happy little family and push it to the playoffs. It would be cool if it were someone in house to step into that role like Wallace, Perriman or maybe Woodhead but would be even sweeter if it turned out to be our first or second round pick this year. It would be nice to have an offensive weapon with some swagger.

[TheConquerorWorm]

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

[bigcatfrank1]

Weddle looks to step up even more as the key leader on this team. He is the "Ed Reed" type of player that the Ravens needed. It looks like the Ravens team is shaping up for 2017. Each year there are changes, It starts with putting players in the positions and then it all comes down to Game day.

Big time players must perform at big time level. Weddle, Suggs, FLacco, Wallace, Williams, Yanda, Pitta, Woodhead, Mosley, Jefferson, Carr, Smith and West are the anchors, they must perform at the highest level.

No gaps or low points and it starts with FLacco. Joe better look deep, gain confidence in both himself and his team, be a leader (his best way) and work hard to raise the bar. I hope Weddle can instill some of this as his team-mate

The supporting roles are just as important and need to pick this thing up to the high gear such as Perriman, Jernigan, Pierce. McClellan, Levine, Boyle, Gilmore, Allen, Za Smith, Urban, Urschel and all the 2 and ups

Dixon, Judon, Young, Stanley, Davis, Henry and all the young players need to improve and move up to NFL high play level. They look darn good so far.

Weddle seems to carry this philosophy, example set and work ethic. I think something great can happen when this group plays as Weddle believes. The question is will they? Not just expect, but execute.

[b93333]

1 hour ago, TheConquerorWorm said:

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

Why cut him?  Well we have 6 TEs on the roster all much younger (and cheaper) than the 36 year old Watson, who, if you will take a look at his stats, has had exactly one good season out of all his years in the NFL.  What are the chances of needing 6 TEs,  or of Watson having a second good year at this point in his career especially after a serious injury?

[hen826957]

  4 hours ago, b93333 said:

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

I really wish we could get Zach Brown l really wish. If it's one more free agent that l wish we could get it be him but he probably likely sign with Oakland or Miami because nobody else is interested. All well. l guess we are tight against the cap and Ozzie don't want to lose a Comp pick l guess. 😔

[TheConquerorWorm]

  2 hours ago, TheConquerorWorm said:

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

Why cut him?  Well we have 6 TEs on the roster all much younger (and cheaper) than the 36 year old Watson, who, if you will take a look at his stats, has had exactly one good season out of all his years in the NFL.  What are the chances of needing 6 TEs,  or of Watson having a second good year at this point in his career especially after a serious injury?

I'm not saying don't cut him at some point but you don't need the cap space RIGHT THIS MINUTE.

Gilmore may never be healthy, Waller has bricks for hands, Boyle is a blocker and Maxx hasn't gotten on the field. That really leaves you with Pitta & Watson. What happens if you cut Watson, Gilmore retires, Boyle gets suspended again and Pitta injures himself again? (Those are not improbable circumstances.) You gonna go with Waller & Maxx? Or go spend $5 million on an old Vernon Davis type player ($2 million more than Watson costs)?

Watson's one good season is more than Gilmore, Boyle, Maxx & Waller have had COMBINED in 3 years. You have to have a TE that can actually catch a pass - right now that's only Watson & Pitta.

[BMORE21]

if flacco still throwing off is back foot, we are guaranteed to miss playoffs again 

[robbie29]

Weddle is the type of driving force this team needs with SSS gone. Weddle and Suggs on defense, Tucker and his ratpack are the stars on ST now, we need another couple guys on Offense with the same type attitude, drive and desire to round out this happy little family and push it to the playoffs. It would be cool if it were someone in house to step into that role like Wallace, Perriman or maybe Woodhead but would be even sweeter if it turned out to be our first or second round pick this year. It would be nice to have an offensive weapon with some swagger.

For $120 million, it's obvious to everyone who SHOULD be that offensive weapon with swagger, passion, and ability to inspire the offense.

[The Beak]

  4 hours ago, TheConquerorWorm said:

  6 hours ago, b93333 said:

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

I really wish we could get Zach Brown l really wish. If it's one more free agent that l wish we could get it be him but he probably likely sign with Oakland or Miami because nobody else is interested. All well. l guess we are tight against the cap and Ozzie don't want to lose a Comp pick l guess. 😔

Oz is not going to sign any FAs until after the draft , no way he is parting with anymore Comp picks...

[hen826957]

4 minutes ago, The Beak said:

Oz is not going to sign any FAs until after the draft , no way he is parting with anymore Comp picks...

Yeah l know that. That what Ozzie does. I just wishing we could get Zach Brown that's all. Just dreaming. 👍

[rossihunter2]

8 minutes ago, hen826957 said:

Yeah l know that. That what Ozzie does. I just wishing we could get Zach Brown that's all. Just dreaming. 👍

Zach brown is great and all - but he's old and expensive...

[hen826957]

21 minutes ago, rossihunter2 said:

Zach brown is great and all - but he's old and expensive...

I wouldn't say old he's 27, but maybe a little expensive. Either Miami or Oakland will get him. He would've been a good replacement for Orr though. 👍

Edited March 27 by hen826957

[GENE2407]

  2 hours ago, hen826957 said:

  4 hours ago, TheConquerorWorm said:

  7 hours ago, b93333 said:

Weddle is clearly the Ravens best free agent signing since "Q" or maybe SSS. Anyone have a clue why the FO hasn't released Watson yet to free up more cap space? Is it the way the contract is structured... maybe after 6/1?

Why cut someone when you don't have to? If the Ravens needs more cap space to sign someone, then they will act accordingly and I can see Watson & Arrington being cut to make the necessary space. It's not like cutting him would give us enough space to get Zach Brown, AP or another one of the top remaining guys. Ozzie will probably wait until the June 1st or pre-season cuts to sign any other FA. A lot can happen in OTAs as far as injuries go. With Pitta, Gillmore and all the other TE injury histories, it doesn't make since to dump what could be a cheap quality TE (that you can't replace for $3 million per) unless you have to.

I really wish we could get Zach Brown l really wish. If it's one more free agent that l wish we could get it be him but he probably likely sign with Oakland or Miami because nobody else is interested. All well. l guess we are tight against the cap and Ozzie don't want to lose a Comp pick l guess. 😔

Oz is not going to sign any FAs until after the draft , no way he is parting with anymore Comp picks...

He's obsessed with Comp picks to an absolute fault.

[thegooddoc456]

Who gives a rats what Weddle has to say. I'm not falling for any more hype job. I'll be the judge of how great the secondary is after I see them on the field. Can Jimmy Smith be better than average and stay healthy, would Carr be different from the guy Cowboy fans call "used carr", would Tony Jefferson impress? Time would tell, but there is no need to prematurely get our hopes up with rubbish talk of 'greatest secondary' when they've shown us nothing.

[hen826957]

Who gives a rats what Weddle has to say. I'm not falling for any more hype job. I'll be the judge of how great the secondary is after I see them on the field. Can Jimmy Smith be better than average and stay healthy, would Carr be different from the guy Cowboy fans call "used carr", would Tony Jefferson impress? Time would tell, but there is no need to prematurely get our hopes up with rubbish talk of 'greatest secondary' when they've shown us nothing.

Dude calm down... sheesh. Take a breather. It seems you are filled with rage.

[bigcatfrank1]

Who gives a rats what Weddle has to say. I'm not falling for any more hype job. I'll be the judge of how great the secondary is after I see them on the field. Can Jimmy Smith be better than average and stay healthy, would Carr be different from the guy Cowboy fans call "used carr", would Tony Jefferson impress? Time would tell, but there is no need to prematurely get our hopes up with rubbish talk of 'greatest secondary' when they've shown us nothing.

Well you open with insult to the one guy who did show us something last season. Sure hype isn't worth the ink its printed worth, however Weddle has put the proof in the pudding on the field.

As far as Smith, when he plays he is better than average although staying on the field for the entire season is yet to be seen.

Jefferson and Carr have proven history, agreed there is no reason to plant the trophy case just yet, but cutting some dead wood so that there is a better chance for success was definitely needed.

I personally like Tavon Young, I think get another young skilled CB and a prospective Safety in the draft adding depth and youth. I would say the Ravens will be improved. I don't mind Weddle handling the proclamations, he has earned it.

ps, just one question, if you are the "judge" then why quote useless Cowboy fans?

[Halshayeji]

6 hours ago, The Beak said:

Oz is not going to sign any FAs until after the draft , no way he is parting with anymore Comp picks...

The likes of mangold and Clady don't count against the comp pick formula. I'd be dissapointed if they sign team friendly contracts elsewhere.

[Halshayeji]

6 hours ago, hen826957 said:

Yeah l know that. That what Ozzie does. I just wishing we could get Zach Brown that's all. Just dreaming. 👍

At first I wished we'd land someone like Brown for the sake of improving the team. Now I want the Ravens to sign Brown purely for your persistence lol

id kill to see your post when that signing is announced 😜

[RaRaRavens]

Dang that jinx. Best way for the secondary to be good - JUST.STAY.HEALTHY!

[Crusader]

The secondary might be good but isn't the center of the field weak now without Orr?

[Adreme]

52 minutes ago, Crusader said:

The secondary might be good but isn't the center of the field weak now without Orr?

The Ravens are always good about finding some random player we have never heard of to be the 2nd ILB.  They have been doing it for over a decade now after all so I am sure there is some player who takes his place who will look like a pro bowler.

[thegooddoc456]

On 3/26/2017 at 11:07 PM, hen826957 said:

Dude calm down... sheesh. Take a breather. It seems you are filled with rage.

Hahhaaa....I can imagine you pictured me punching my keyboard as I typed away with great furry! Lol, no rage here Sir, I'm just gonna keep calling it as I see it with the Ravens. It doesn't have to be a popular opinion for me to express it. When I see something worth applauding, I have no qualms doing that either.