Archive for Shayne Graham

Sep
3

Ellerbe embarrasses Ravens in preseason finale

by Jeff Wolfson

Baltimore’s preseason came to an end with a 27-21 loss to the St. Louis Rams Thursday night. The loss isn’t so bad for the Ravens, but some of things that went on during the game were troublesome.

First, Dannell Ellerbe’s showboating on his interception and touchdown was a terrible moment in the game. Ellerbe is clearly talented, but he drew the ire of John Harbaugh immediately after that play. Chances are Ellerbe still makes the team, but his playing time could be significantly reduced, at least to start the season, because of that incident.
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Sep
1

What to watch for in Ravens preseason finale

by Jeff Wolfson

Every NFL team will end their preseason schedule Thursday night and hope to avoid injuries to their starters who may only play a series.

The Baltimore Ravens will take on the St. Louis Rams at 8 p.m. Thursday and Troy Smith will more than likely play the entire game. Smith is fighting to make the team so playing a full game will be a good opportunity to prove himself to the coaching staff once again.
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Aug
22

Ravens dominate Redskins 23-3

by Jeff Wolfson

The Baltimore Ravens got their second win in as many tries this preseason Saturday night. Baltimore’s first-team offense played a full half against the Washington Redskins.

Joe Flacco went 9-for-16, completing passes to several different receivers, including new acquisitions Donte’ Stallworth and Anquan Boldin. Ray Rice didn’t get many opportunities to rush the ball as the team is protecting him for the regular season, but he ran for 17 yards on just three carries. The offensive line was good at times, but Michael Oher got pushed around a little bit.
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Aug
20

Looking ahead to the Redskins

by Jeff Wolfson

The Baltimore Ravens will play their second game of the preseason Saturday night against the Washington Redskins.

There’s very rarely anything out of the ordinary to look for in preseason games, but this one we’ll get to see the starters play a half. Quarterback Joe Flacco should get more than enough time to throw to his new weapons and take a few hits.

Baltimore may decide to run the ball a little more with Ray Rice, even though Rice probably won’t be around for long.
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Aug
13

Looking back at the opening preseason game

by Jeff Wolfson

The Baltimore Ravens opened their preseason amid excitement from the home fans. Baltimore looked pretty decent in a game that ultimately means nothing more than getting chemistry going between quarterback Joe Flacco and his new receivers.

Flacco connected with both Derrick Mason and Mark Clayton, who had a touchdown catch, with ease, however, it seemed like he and new acquisition Anquan Boldin were just a bit off. Flacco went completed eight of his 12 passes, including that touchdown to Clayton in the second quarter, which means he was far more accurate than he’s been in his previous two seasons. Flacco, like most of the starters, didn’t hang around long and gave way to the second- and third-string players.
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Aug
12

What to watch for in Ravens v. Panthers

by Jeff Wolfson

The Baltimore Ravens finally get back on the field in a competitive situation for the first time since their loss to the Indianapolis Colts in the Divisional Round of the playoffs last season. Although it doesn’t really count, the first preseason game signals excitement for the fan base and gives the fans a quick look at the team that may take the field when the season opens Sept. 13 at the Jets.

Of interest, obviously, is how quarterback Joe Flacco works with his new receivers, Anquan Boldin and Donte’ Stallworth. Boldin was acquired in a trade and has been working hard this offseason, and during training camp, to develop chemistry with Flacco. Stallworth, signed as a free agent, has a lot to prove this year after being suspended for all of last year. Stallworth was signed to be a threat to stretch the field and to complement Boldin and Derrick Mason.
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Jul
31

Injuries abound as training camp opens

by Jeff Wolfson

The Baltimore Ravens 2010 season is off to a rocky start, especially for fans who are hopeful of a deep playoff run this season.

Baltimore’s defensive backfield already had questionable depth with two cornerbacks, Fabian Washington and Lardarius Webb are recovering from ACL tears, and Ed Reed rehabilitating from a hip injury. Well, another injury struck Thursday when Domonique Foxworth tore his ACL.
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Jun
3

Graham finally signs with Ravens

by Jeff Wolfson

Finally, after much talk and anticipation, Shayne Graham has inked a one-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens. This move has been rumored for much of the offseason and has now happened.

Graham will compete with Billy Cundiff for the starting kicker’s position.

I look forward to keeping tabs on the competition throughout training camp.

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