More punch to Baltimore ... Ravens agree to terms with ex-Texans FB Vonta Leach.
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Another great move by Ozzie,best FB in the league. I’m sure Ray Rice is thrilled right now.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
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Vonta Leach’s three-year $11 million contract is right in line with what he was looking for Texans wouldn’t go that high, though Ravens did.
"'If there isn't a bone sticking out of my leg, I'm playing" - Marshall Yanda
the texans are crazy thats not even alot of money really
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
yeah but I honestly thought Vontae Leach would want more money than that
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
I actually thought that was a little more than we were going to pay for a FB. But Leach is in a whole other class as a FB. He’s big, tough and mean. Reminds me a lot of Lorenzo Neal, which I loved when we got him.
A great signing and now you can really see in what direction we are heading as a team. We are looking to become that smashmouth running style with the big plays in the air.
by Mstevens_Design on Aug 1, 2011 5:53 PM EDT up reply actions
well for me it is but in football terms not not alot of money he last contract was for 8 million 4 years
he only got 3 millon more from his last contract
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
"If you're running behind him for 16 games, you'll lead the NFL in rushing"
Rice will owe him a nice watch or a few steak dinners by the end of the season.
He turned arian foster into the leagues leading rusher last year. And they dnt exactly have the strongest offensive line
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions
This move will be huge in helping us in short yard situations. We struggled there and in the redzone at times last season and he is the key to picking up those short yards along with getting Yanda back at G. I’m expecting a much different running game this season.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Dont expect us handing it off to leach too much. Hes not a rushing FB thats what I love about him. He’ll allow rice to pick up those short yards
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions
hahaha...check out the career stats
2 rushes, 4 receptions, 6 Touchdowns!
http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/stats/_/id/6301/vonta-leach
Teams are probably so shocked he’s carrying the rock, he just waltzes into the endzone.
Ok, I need to learn to read...
…was looking at the scoring stats section.
Damn you, lack of edit button!
Haha
A receiving fullback could add an interesting aspect to the offense. Hes a strong blocker and can catch it? I love this move
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:48 PM EDT up reply actions
ABsolutely not. ENough of his mo carries bullshit. Im glad to see we are making our running game a ONE back system
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:49 PM EDT up reply actions
I would much ratehr see Rice than McClain carrying the ball
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Well we still could maybe use another RB unless we are happy with what we got. Rice needs somebody to take some carries from him so we don’t over work him. I don’t want McClain, but hopefully one of these young guys step up or we bring in somebody else.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Allen and Berry are perfect options. I see one of them making a decent impact
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions
The Ravens have two veterans in Matt Lawrence and Jalen Pamele
and some very interesting young rookies in Allen and Berry( sounds like a tv show for some reason lol) anything can really and I saw a article stating that ravens have alot of talent in the running back postion and they may not need to sign a veteran runningback
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
Most RBs could be excellent running behind Lorenzo Neal...
You come at the king, you best not miss.
by organizedchaos52 on Jul 31, 2011 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll take a 2nd running back, tyvm.
No need for Rice to have more than 300 carries/season (15-20 a game sounds good to me), considering I expect somewhere around 55-70 catches as well.
Also, it’s inherently a 2 back system with a FB. Just sayin’.
You come at the king, you best not miss.
by organizedchaos52 on Jul 31, 2011 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Jah Reid seems to be impressing everyone so far so I mean why not give him a chance?
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I'd put money on Rice to get 14-1500 rushing yards easy this year*
Big signing for us. Leach was the guy who really let Foster break out last year.
Exactly
He’s a great fullback and will do wonders for Rice’s longetivity
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:50 PM EDT up reply actions
I think one of the undrafted guards/centers will be a good replacement for chester
and If Jah Reid keeps impressing coaches like he is now then we may not need a RT at all
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
I mean we threw Gaither in there first year and he did excellent. So whos to say Jah cant do that too?
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Oher did the same thing his rookie year too.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Well he was a first round pick so thats expected of him
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Hate to see him go but thats a good fit. Kolb isa west coast QB and Todd heap is the perfect weapon for that offense
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:50 PM EDT up reply actions
looks like Dickson is the guy. I think he can handle it and will have a nice year receiving.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
I like Dickson. He reminds me of finley for the Packers. He can play TE and WR
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah i personally think he will be a bigger threat than Heap at this point. Heap has solid hands, but his speed has dropped off considerably. Dickson can offer a lot more YAC.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Dickson could very well be another deep threat.
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I think we wait and see how these young guys do and we may even be talking to some other vets. I don’t expect us to call him soon.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
I guess everybody going to have start saying diiiiiiiiick!!!! when ever Ed Dickson scores a touchdown
instead of Todd Heap
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
typo instead heeeeeeap !!!!!
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
Leach wants carries obviously
"'If there isn't a bone sticking out of my leg, I'm playing" - Marshall Yanda
Hahaha love to see a guy that Likes to stick his nose n there and block
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions
He did a song with Adele?
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Anybody think we should consider Tatupu?
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Eh not really
Still holding out hope for an Osi Uminyiora trade
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Well Tatupu plays MLB and we wouldn’t have to give up anything for him. I personally think Osi would be more of a situational player in our D and I think he will want starter money.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
I dont think he would be situational. On the contrary I think he would be an every down player. Great pass rusher all around. And hes nor as small as people think
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I believe he’s only 265 or 270 tops, so that eliminates him playing end all the time and I don’t think he can stand up and rush the passer.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Can;‘t rush the passer? He has 60 sacks in 7 years. If Im not incorrect thats more than sugg’s 7 year ttotal
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions
That was playing DE, I’m talking about standing up as an OLB. He’s only 261. He can’t play end in our defense he would have to stand up.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Numbers dont lie my friend. And he would be a good fit., And you dont know he cant stand up. He never tried
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions
exactly he has never tried. I’m not saying he’s not a great pass rusher I think he is, but it’s different doing it standing up and with your hand in the dirt. I don’t expect a 29 year old to all of a sudden learn a new position and have to learn how to drop into coverage. He would get destroyed on run downs playing at 261, so he couldn’t play end. He would just be a situational pass rusher for us and I personally don’t think we should give the money he will look for plus draft picks just for a situational player.
On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu
Osi?
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Look at his sack numbers. Obviously he makes a huge impact on the pass rush. I think he would be a perfect fit
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions
To me, he’s not versatile enough. I’d rather have a guy that can stand up. If we get him, I won’t be against it, though.
WHat is this stand up thing that you are talking about?
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Defensive lineman arent supposed to stand up
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
No shit. And I’ve been saying all along I would rather have an OLB who can stand up. What’s the confusion?
We dont need another hybrid OLB. WE have that in Suggs. We need a pure pass-rushing DE
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions
whats wrong with Cory Reddings he start to turn it up in the pass rush
department later on in the season and Paul Krugar was showing promise as well because he constantly seemed to be in quarterback faces when ever he was on the field. Plus you cant forget about arthur jones who coaches seem to think will be a great player but overall I think it be a waste to add another defensive linemen when you already crowded with some
What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes
yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz
He would be an upgrade over those two. He’s an amazing pass rusher
Editor at Baltimore Beatdown - SB Nation Baltimore Ravens Blog
"The prevent-offense i.e Cam Cameron's game-plan: Long bomb on first down, 4 yard pass on 2nd down, draw play on third down. Unpredictable? Yes. Effective? No." - Jackmca
by Zachary Beard on Jul 31, 2011 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed, this is great news for the whole offense. this should blow the run game wide open.
by midnight dreary on Jul 31, 2011 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry MaLoR, but
I wanted more in-depth wording in the story but couldn’t edit it to add it, so I just created a new post. Hope you don’t mind.
Peace.
aka 'Rexx'
This is wonderful news.
And, after watching some Ray Rice ‘09 highlights, I’m wondering how much his knee was affecting him in 2010. I don’t really remember any plays like some in this video (e.g. Vikings, :48; Bengals, 1:32; Vikings, 3:21) last year.
Perhaps I am simply not remembering them, or he did the same thing without breaking it for a big play. I certainly remember Rice going into plenty of piles last year and ‘magically’ appearing on the other side for 5-7 yards. But I long for the Rice that would take hits from LBs. Opposing players and fans would think the play was over. Not only would he not go down, but he also often made those teams pay as he waltzed into the endzone.
And even if my observations are faulty, it’s not like watching Ray Rice highlights is ever a bad thing.
You come at the king, you best not miss.
by organizedchaos52 on Jul 31, 2011 7:57 PM EDT reply actions
Great news but ...
Le’Ron McClain just signed with the Chiefs. I know the writing was on the wall and everything, but I kind of wanted to see him brought back anyway. Other people have said that having Vonta Leach will be like when we had Lorenzo Neal at fullback, but we also had Le’Ron as our bruiser that year too. I just really like the style of football where the power running game is the catalyst for the offense, and this could have been even better than a few years ago, since Leach is obviously younger than Neal was then.
I’m sure McClain didn’t like the fact that we went out and got another fullback, but he also wanted to be a bigger factor in the running game, so he could have been convinced by having Leach as HIS lead blocker in his packages.
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