“We just had a little more room for different reasons”, coach John Harbaugh said. They switched up their game plan and pounded the ball, which was interesting since the Steelers’ defensive strength lies against the run. It turned out he was available due to the circumstances in St. Louis, and (general manager and executive vice president) Ozzie (Newsome) made the trade, so we’re excited. “I fully expect him to play and be out there and be a part of what they’re doing”.
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The Baltimore Ravens did not envision that they would be 1-3 heading into their second home game against the Cleveland Browns this Sunday, but no one is going to feel sorry for them either.
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) – Atlanta Falcons receiver Roddy White skipped practice Wednesday for an undisclosed personal matter, while the team addressed concerns that he’s not happy with his diminished role.
The AFC North rivals both have injuries at key positions, and they will face off at M&T Bank Stadium without important pieces. Nonetheless, Harbaugh is not taking anything for granted.
Yes, Cleveland’s front seven managed a respectable outing against the Chargers’ committee of Melvin Gordon and Danny Woodhead, but that was aided by San Diego missing three starting linemen.
On the season, the Ravens average 252.8 yards in passing and 102.2 yards in rushing.
Frustrated Browns fans are clamoring for Johnny Manziel to play quarterback, but not because they believe Manziel is better. Such a statistic points to the importance of this game for both teams when it comes to postseason ramifications after getting off to a slow start to begin the season. “I’m really hopeful that he plays a lot”.
SERIES HISTORY: 33rd regular-season meeting. Baltimore has won 13 out of its last 14 games against Cleveland dating back to 2008.
Okay, so I’m giving up hope on the Cleveland Browns defense stopping the run-it just isn’t going to happen. We recently saw the Raiders win their first east coast game since 2009 against the Browns, and these two teams are probably more even right now than people would imagine. Gary Barnidge is seeking to become first Browns TE to have TD catch in three straight games since Hall of Famer Ozzie Newsome (now Ravens GM) in 1983…. Baltimore will also have to depend on the run because of the injuries at wide receiver and Cleveland’s talented secondary.
Joe Flacco’s gritty play has been a job requirement with a leaky line that is letting defenders put the Ravens’ quarterback on his back.
-Browns ILB Karlos Dansby vs. Ravens RB Justin Forsett.
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Dumervil is going to be pivotal for the Ravens to get pressure on quarterback Josh McCown.
