Undrafted Free Agents That Could Help Ravens Pass Rush

by jazz20 on May 3, 2011 9:34 AM EDT

DE/OLB Kenny Rowe Ht:6’2 Wt: 234 School: Oregon

Kenny Rowe has "good bulk for the position looks more stout than listed weight... Shows good patience when getting blocked, will wait for opportunities to shed and make a play... Excellent pass-rushing productivity over the last two seasons (18.5 sacks, seven forced fumbles)... Has a pretty high motor, not the fastest player, but does not give up on plays, is relentless in backside pursuit... Has a decent arsenal of pass-rushing moves, will utilize rip and spin moves on several occasions... Had a monster game against Ohio State in the 2010 Rose Bowl, sacked Terrelle Pryor three times in that game". For more info click here

2010 Stats- T: 47 TFL:15 ½ Sk: 7 FF:

DE/OLB Pierre Allen Ht:6’3 Wt:273 School: Nebraska

Pierre Allen is "athletic... Good pass rusher... Good first step... Good length and long arms... Uses his hands reasonably well... Good power... Sheds and gets off blocks reasonably well... Good technique... Good closing speed... Plays the run reasonably well... Forces the action inside... Reasonably good anchor... Sets the edge well... Good lateral movement... Good tackler... Hard worker... Relentless... Good motor... Good instincts... Disciplined... Accountable, rarely out of position... Team leader... Tough, played through back problems in 2009... Married, one son... Active in community service... Received the Hero Leadership Award from Nebraska athletic department in 2008... Selected All-Big 12 first team for the 2010 season". For more info click here

2010 Stats-T:65 TFl: 7 ½ SK: 3 FF:1

DE/OLB Steven Friday Ht:6’4 Wt:250 School: Virginia Tech

Steven Friday has a "nice frame... Above average speed... Solid pass rusher... Good initial quickness... Good burst off the ball... Gets good bend on the corner... Pressures the pocket... Good flexibility... Solid arsenal of moves... Long arms, big wingspan... Gets off blocks reasonably well... Violent hands, can disengage quickly... Good body control... Good closing speed... Plays with good pad level... Good lateral movement... Good tackler... Wraps up well... Pursues the ball well... Gives a good effort... Active... Has the potential to be an NFL starter as a 3-4 OLB scheme with patience... Looks okay in space... Selected All-ACC second team for the 2010 season... Performed well versus future NFL offensive tackles Anthony Castonzo (Boston College) and Nate Potter (Boise State) in 2010". For more info click here

2010 Stats- T : 66 TFL: 14 Sk: 8 ½ FF: 2

DE/OLB Clay Nurse Ht:6’2 Wt: 259 School: 259

Clay Nurse is a "Solid athlete... Good pass rusher... Explodes out of his stance... Very good first step quickness, fires off the ball... Reasonably good burst off the edge... Good initial quickness... Good closing speed... Good length and long arms... Good change of direction agility... Good lateral mobility... Good instincts... Good awareness... Can make plays in pursuit... Good range... Stays active... Chases the ball... Good character... Good leader... Football smart... Can contribute on special teams... Played well in NFLPA game... Will get looks as a 3-4 OLB, though best suited as 4-3 DE... Some upside due to athleticism and relative football inexperience". for more info click here

2010 -T:23 TFL:4 SK:4 FF:1

DE/OLB Ugo Chinasa Ht:6’5 WT:254 School: Oklahoma

Ugo Chinasa is considered to have "Good size and bulk... Reasonably good athlete... Good quickness... Solid pass rusher... Good length and very long arms... Bats down a lot of passes... Very solid balance... Seldom off his feet... Good arsenal of moves... Good closing speed... Plays the run okay... Good flexibility and change of direction agility... Does a nice job maintaining containment... Solid in pursuit... Relentless, plays to the whistle... Reasonably good motor... Disciplined... Is rarely out of position... Good instincts... Tough... Occasionally lines up at outside linebacker... Selected All-Big 12 second team for the 2010 season... Will get a shot in the NFL because of his size" for more info click here

2010 Stats-T: 28 TFl:6 Sk:4 FF:1 Int:1

ILB/OLB Mario Harvey Ht 5’11 Wt: 250 School: Marshall

Mario is Considered have " good bulk for the position, carries weight well... Shows a fairly consistent motor, makes a lot of second-effort tackles... Does a good job taking on blockers and holding his ground, does a pretty good job of keeping a free hand while maintaining position and leverage... Is a tough, physical player with a nose for the football, likes contact and is not afraid to take on blockers or larger backs... Is experienced with blitzing from multiple positions, recorded 20 career sacks at Marshall... Is a good wrap-up tackler, recorded 419 tackles in four seasons in college... Does a good job reading plays and reacting, flows well with running plays... Is an excellent run stuffer, looks like a first and second down WLB in the NFL... Does a good job scraping through traffic, does not get bottled up behind the line, has pretty good vision when moving laterally... Is surprisingly agile in the backpedal when dropping into coverage... Is an extremely hard worker and coachable player". For more info click here

2010 Stats- T:142 TFl:16 ½ Sk: 7 ½ FF:2

OLB/DE Tom Keiser Ht: 6’6 Wt: 244 School: Stanford

Tom Keiser is a "Solid pass rusher... has Good burst off the ball... Reasonably good bend on the corner... Active hands... Uses his hands well... Gets good pressure on the pocket... Good balance... Good strength at the point of attack... Plays with good leverage... Solid rip move... Plays the run well... Very solid anchor... Holds the edge reasonably well... Decent change of direction agility... Chases the ball... Has a nose for the football... Stays active... Hard worker... Blue collar... Good motor... Disciplined... Plays smart... Good instincts... Versatile, can line up at a variety of spots... Offers some schematic versatility, has experience in both fronts at Stanford... Is most comfortable with his hand in the dirt... Good character... Can contribute on special teams" For more info click here

2010 Stats-T:38 TFl: 9 ½ SK: 5 ½ Int:1

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Mario Harvey is an ILB but would be a good UDFA signing either way.

As for UDFA OLBs that I’d hope the Ravens sign, I’d be looking at Keiser and Chinasa (who was drafted by the UFL last night) out of that group.

Another guy that might interesting is Keith Darbut (Baldwin-Wallace). There was a Ravens representative at his Pro Day where he put up very impressive explosion/straigth line numbers (4.38 40yd) but pretty average 3-cone and SS #s. Could be worth a shot as a speed rushing OLB

Pierre Allen would could potentially become a pretty good pass rushing 3-4 DE if he put on ~10lbs and I expect him to be in high demand once UDFAs can be signed. I was pretty surprised he wasnt picked in the draft.

by drd23 on May 3, 2011 6:57 AM EDT reply actions

I like Nebraska's Allen as well.

His size would seem to fit in our 3-4 defensive scheme.

Great job.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on May 3, 2011 9:30 AM EDT up reply actions

thanks I like Pierre Allen to he also has good character also was a team leader

hopefully the lockout ends soon because there really some talented undrafted players out there that seem to be way better than the veteran free agents

by jazz20 on May 3, 2011 9:44 AM EDT up reply actions

Oh by the way,...

PROMOTED!!!

Thanks.

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by Bruce Raffel on May 3, 2011 10:17 AM EDT up reply actions

oh cool I notice that really appreciate it

by jazz20 on May 3, 2011 10:36 AM EDT up reply actions

I don’t really know any of these guys.

I should know Friday from VT, but he doesn’t stick out for any particular play or game. If he’s been coached by Bud Foster and is a starter on that defense, I’d give him a shot in training camp at least.

by MrPoopyPants on May 3, 2011 8:27 AM EDT reply actions

a lot of these guys may end up in the UFL cause of the lockout

by davver on May 3, 2011 10:21 AM EDT reply actions

well I just hope it not the ones I want the Ravens to get

by jazz20 on May 3, 2011 10:37 AM EDT up reply actions

UFL Draft

Only Chinasa was selected, by the Sacramento Mountain Lions, coached by former NFL coach, Denny Green.

I will be posting a story on the UFL Draft Wednesday.

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by Bruce Raffel on May 3, 2011 10:44 AM EDT reply actions

Herzlich was taken in the 10th round by Omaha. Maybe he waits out NFL free agency and we grab him. I am all for bringing in any rookie pass rushers for a look-see.

by JoshuaStein on May 3, 2011 2:25 PM EDT reply actions

As much respect as I have for Herzlich, he isn’t going to make that big of a difference in our pass rush. It is unfortunate because he was considered a first round pick at one point.

"As far as nobody agreeing with me, how many people stood up to prevent the crucifixion of Jesus?" - The Shadow

by Mr MaLoR on May 3, 2011 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions

I know he’s not a pass rusher, but I’m sure he could give Phillps and Ellerbe a push in camp…

by JoshuaStein on May 3, 2011 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions

Mark Herzlich would be a inside linebacker I think he is perfect for that and I really

think he would benefit much learning from Ray Lewis they also both have that leadership quality that could be good for the other guys

by jazz20 on May 4, 2011 9:12 AM EDT up reply actions

Friday or Harvey. I’ve been real high on Harvey as a pass rusher from the ILB position. He could even kick out.

by BmoreRavensFan on May 3, 2011 4:15 PM EDT reply actions

I like Noel Devine, though he is not a pass rusher.

by E-ROC on May 3, 2011 4:30 PM EDT reply actions

He had a massive rep as a fresahman

but quietly fiizzled out from there, and his size will not fly in the NFL.

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by Bruce Raffel on May 3, 2011 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions

I don't know if I agree.

I think he’s had a productive college career especially when his teams had talent. Could be a good third down back, slot receiver, or punt returner, though he did KR in college. I think he’s worth a look at the very least

by E-ROC on May 4, 2011 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions