Baltimore finds themselves on a confidence-boosting winning streak after defeating the rival Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh but must host the Broncos' number one passing offense in the league.
If any are worried about this game it's because all offseason fans and analyst have scrutinized the Ravens secondary, labeling it the team's Achilles heel. Today, Baltimore sits as the number pass defense in the league. That credit can't go completely to the improved pass rush some of it must be given to the corner backs and safeties who have given opposing quarterbacks a hard time without Ed Reed.
It's fair to estimate that the Ravens will slow down the Broncos potent passing attack. Kyle Orton has topped 300 passing yards in the pass three games but none of those teams (Seattle, Indianapolis and Tennessee) have done a great job of stunting effective passing teams. Only Indianapolis has kept the Broncos from scoring more than one touchdown in a game. Denver has put up 17, 31, 13 and 26 points respectively this season.
Has Baltimore faced a lot of quarterbacks ranked in the top half of passing yard rankings? No, in fact Carson Palmer is the only one who has faced the Ravens, still managed to land at number five in the league for passing yards and be the only quarterback to defeat Baltimore this year.
Kyle Orton will connect for numerous first downs but in order for Baltimore to win they cannot let them score points. Joe Flacco and the offense will do their part to score points on their defense but Flacco doesn't want to get in a shootout with Orton, the outcome would not land in the Ravens' favor. The key to extending this winning streak is forcing turnovers and scoring off of them. I am confident the Ravens will stick to this formula and earn another victory at home this Sunday.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Lloyd Banks- Start it up featuring Kanye West, Swizz Beatz, Fabolous and Ryan Leslie
I guess Kanye West's habit of throwing random guest features on his G.O.O.D Friday songs is addictive. Lloyd Banks has enlisted everyone to hypeman and superproducer Swizz Beatz to A-list rapper Kanye West for this party jam set to appear on his upcoming Hunger For More 2 album. The biggest surprise on this track is Ryan Leslie whose voice can be heard lightly during the chorus. I wasn't sure he would fit in when I saw his name but it works.
It's funny how his G-Unit cohorts are nowhere to found on this track
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Jim Jones- Gretsky (Remix) featuring Cam'ron, Vado and Yo Gotti
Jim Jones' radio ready Lex Luger produced track features Yo Gotti and two fellow Harlem natives Cam'ron and Vado, heavy bass drums and a corny catch phrase.
League moves make Balitmore's race more interesting
Week five’s shocking trades and anticipated returns have shifted the NFL power rankings one again. Where does this leave the Baltimore Ravens?
Monday, October 4, 2010
Never hold Kanye to his word
Remember when Kanye West said he would never appear on SNL again? Well if not, good because last Saturday he graced SNL with two performance, one for his comeback single Power and one for Runaway featuring Pusha T, both with an immaculate white theme and West as the focal point.
If you missed it, here it is below:
If you missed it, here it is below:
Stopping the run again.
I won't summarize what I observed while watching yesterday's game between the Ravens (3-1) and the Steelers (3-1) however the resilient Ravens' run defense rebounded exceptionally well after last week's disgraceful outing against the Cleveland Browns.
Rashard Mendenhall averaged 110 rushing yards per game before yesterday's 1pm home game. Many including myself believed that Mendenhall would gash the Ravens for long runs and make it easier for his quarterback to throw with the play action pass. This was only the case during the Steelers' first drive when a well-executed play action pass set up a deep, 40 yard completion to Antwan Randel-El.
Mendenhall finished a relatively quiet day with 79 yards, significantly less than his 143 rushing yard total of the 38-13 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Considering his recent success he posed a serious threat to the Ravens defense. He was capable of taking over the game, converting consecutive first downs and sustaining drives but he didn't.
Of course, had it not been for the Ravens' final storybook winning drive this would be a different story however the defense accepted the challenge presented and stopped the run in a fashion reminiscent of days during there 39 game streak of not allowing 100 yard rusher.
Rashard Mendenhall averaged 110 rushing yards per game before yesterday's 1pm home game. Many including myself believed that Mendenhall would gash the Ravens for long runs and make it easier for his quarterback to throw with the play action pass. This was only the case during the Steelers' first drive when a well-executed play action pass set up a deep, 40 yard completion to Antwan Randel-El.
Mendenhall finished a relatively quiet day with 79 yards, significantly less than his 143 rushing yard total of the 38-13 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Considering his recent success he posed a serious threat to the Ravens defense. He was capable of taking over the game, converting consecutive first downs and sustaining drives but he didn't.
Of course, had it not been for the Ravens' final storybook winning drive this would be a different story however the defense accepted the challenge presented and stopped the run in a fashion reminiscent of days during there 39 game streak of not allowing 100 yard rusher.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
If ______, the Steelers will win
If the Ravens allow Charlie Batch to establish a rhythm versus the Ravens' secondary, the Steelers will win tomorrow afternoon.
Joe Flacco and the offense will not score many points so the defense must do their part and keep a lid on the Steelers offense.
With Troy Polamalu playing at safety, the Steelers have the best turnover ratio in the league with +6. The Ravens show up on the opposite end of the spectrum with the worse turnover ratio in the league with -6. I can almost guarantee that Flacco will throw at least one interception but I can't guarantee he will lead the offense to the end zone.
Charlie Batch has been unbelievably productive at the quarterback position ever since Dennis Dixon injured his knee in week 2 at Tennessee. He put up three touchdowns and a 106.5 passer rating against the 2-1 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Obviously, Tampa's defense is no comparison to Baltimore's number one ranked defense.
Although no one on the Ravens' defense has snagged an interception, they have only allowed a league best average of 116.7 passing yards this year. The biggest vulnerability they possess is run defense, or lack thereof. Last week's efforts against Peyton Hills and the rest of the Cleveland Browns' offense were pathetic, giving up 173 total rushing yards.
Young running back Rashard Mendenhall has already collected 332 yards on the ground in three games, an average of 110.66 yards/game. With Baltimore's run defending weaknesses, Mendenhall will have a generous outing but not like the 143 yards of last week.
Tomorrow spectators will gather in Heinz Field and watch a low scoring game. Neither team is leaps and bounds better and both defenses have pride to uphold so it will be a hard hitting battle of field position and turnovers.
This is why the Steelers will be victorious Sunday afternoon as their defense has thrived on creating turnovers so far this year, running the ball with Mendenhall and tactically using the play action pass to generate big plays.
Joe Flacco and the offense will not score many points so the defense must do their part and keep a lid on the Steelers offense.
With Troy Polamalu playing at safety, the Steelers have the best turnover ratio in the league with +6. The Ravens show up on the opposite end of the spectrum with the worse turnover ratio in the league with -6. I can almost guarantee that Flacco will throw at least one interception but I can't guarantee he will lead the offense to the end zone.
Charlie Batch has been unbelievably productive at the quarterback position ever since Dennis Dixon injured his knee in week 2 at Tennessee. He put up three touchdowns and a 106.5 passer rating against the 2-1 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Obviously, Tampa's defense is no comparison to Baltimore's number one ranked defense.
Although no one on the Ravens' defense has snagged an interception, they have only allowed a league best average of 116.7 passing yards this year. The biggest vulnerability they possess is run defense, or lack thereof. Last week's efforts against Peyton Hills and the rest of the Cleveland Browns' offense were pathetic, giving up 173 total rushing yards.
Young running back Rashard Mendenhall has already collected 332 yards on the ground in three games, an average of 110.66 yards/game. With Baltimore's run defending weaknesses, Mendenhall will have a generous outing but not like the 143 yards of last week.
Tomorrow spectators will gather in Heinz Field and watch a low scoring game. Neither team is leaps and bounds better and both defenses have pride to uphold so it will be a hard hitting battle of field position and turnovers.
This is why the Steelers will be victorious Sunday afternoon as their defense has thrived on creating turnovers so far this year, running the ball with Mendenhall and tactically using the play action pass to generate big plays.
Friday, October 1, 2010
Chris Brown- Dueces featuring Drake, T.I, Fabolous, Kanye West and Andre 3000
Listen to Chris Brown f. Drake, Kanye West, T.I., Fabolous & Andre 3000
Finally, a remix for the breakup song of the summer. Kanye West, T.I, Fabolous, Drake and Andre 3000 all add their unique styles to make a masterful remix. Good to hear Andre vocalizing like the Love Below days.
Finally, a remix for the breakup song of the summer. Kanye West, T.I, Fabolous, Drake and Andre 3000 all add their unique styles to make a masterful remix. Good to hear Andre vocalizing like the Love Below days.
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