Ravens News Around The Web

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 4:00 PM EST

Here's your weekly look around the World Wide Web on all the news on the Baltimore Ravens from a bunch of other sources other than your best bet right here on Baltimore Beatdown:

Birk Still Pondering Retirement - ESPN AFC North Blog

Fan Gives Patriots Owner Cundiff's Missed Ball - Boston Herald

Todd McShay Sees Vontaze Burfict To Ravens - SB Nation

Dolphin Blog Mock Draft - The Phinsider

Steven Tyler Defends National Anthem Criticism - KOvideo

Eagles Claim Ravens tackle D.J. Jones - Philadelphia Inquirer

Ravens Cheerleaders Bahamas Photo Shoot - The Freeport News

2012 Predictions - FOX Sports

Ravens Off-Season Game Plan - The Sporting News

Mock Draft: Burfict To Ravens - SB Nation Arizona

Michael Oher's Story - MyFox Memphis

Bryant McKinnie To The WWE? - Wrestling Inc.

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I have one problem with the3rd story regarding Burfict

It states ather the explanation of McShay’s pick,

Burfict seemingly has a similar mindset to what some current Ravens have had in the past — the, “I don’t care if I hurt my team, I’m going to go for the big blow regardless” mindset

When have we had a player with this so called “I don’t care if I hurt my team” mindset? Seems like a misinformed piece of crap journalism if you ask me.

"Picture Me Rollin"

by Mr MaLoR on Feb 9, 2012 4:29 PM EST reply actions

Bernard Pollard.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 4:48 PM EST up reply actions

You seriously think Pollard has the idea running through his head that he doesn’t care if he gets a 15 yard penalty, he is going to hit this guy as violently as possible?

No way man.

"Picture Me Rollin"

by Mr MaLoR on Feb 9, 2012 4:50 PM EST up reply actions

Well no. He just seems to always go for the big hit. The guy who was the epitome of all of the above was Frank “Penalty Machine” Walker.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:04 PM EST up reply actions

Except

for the hitting, tackling or covering part of the game. Just the penalty part.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 5:56 PM EST up reply actions

He just hurts Pats players. The rest of the league is safe,

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

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by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 4:51 PM EST up reply actions

…For now

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:06 PM EST up reply actions

Yea, that’s a bit much. Haha. Read that too and I’m scratching my head over it. I don’t think any Raven player has had the mind set. The only one I can imagine that might have is Bart Scott, but even then I’m not sure. I guess we just hit harder in the AFCN and people don’t like that. Oh wellz. Haha.

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 4:48 PM EST up reply actions

23-21 Ravens, 20 seconds left, opposing offense is on 4th down at the 50 yard line. Pass across the middle, and one of our guys with the “Ravens Mindset” does not give a shit if it means a 15 yard penalty and puts them in field goal range to win the game and ultimately hurts the team, he is going to make sure he hits that player in the worst way possible.

"Picture Me Rollin"

by Mr MaLoR on Feb 9, 2012 4:53 PM EST up reply actions

Isn’t that what the motto: “Play like a Raven” means? I mean, it’s our mindset to inflict damage, so it must be what the means. Smh. The Ravens are always crapped on.

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 5:02 PM EST up reply actions

And what are some of the characteristics of players who "Play Like a Raven?" Passion, strength, good character, courage, intensity, humility, determination, intelligence and pride to compete at the highest level.

Which basically says “get as many personal fouls as possible, because our players don’t care.”

"Picture Me Rollin"

by Mr MaLoR on Feb 9, 2012 5:03 PM EST up reply actions

Gotta love still being the “bad guys” of the NFL

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:05 PM EST up reply actions

Lol @ Todd McShay's awful analysis of the Ravens mindset.

Only at BSPN.

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 5:03 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

My apologies to McShay. I read that wrong.

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 5:06 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

The one thing I noticed about Burfict on tape

he is definitely a headhunter, which would cost us dearly in key situations. See James Harrison.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 5:55 PM EST up reply actions

I don’t know, I like that kind of enthusiasm to hitting. It’s good to see a guy who just wants to get in on every play. I think he can be developed to be more patient with his approach to it though. Wait for the play to progress before launching like a rocket.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 6:15 PM EST up reply actions

I can eventually see Burfict being like Ray, like you said, in on every play trying to make a difference. How many times does Ray get credit for tackles when he’s not even close? Haha. Something like that. Burfict will be on the other side of the field getting credit for a tackle and scaring the crap out of people so the ball carrier gets hit by someone else.

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 6:40 PM EST up reply actions

I would love to talk to that idiot who presented Kraft with Cundiff’s missed ball…

by JoshuaStein on Feb 9, 2012 4:54 PM EST reply actions

They call it “Myra’s Ball.” They think Mr. Kraft’s wonderful wife had her hand swipe the kick to the left. I am sure it holds some sentimental value to a very, very well respected owner.

"Picture Me Rollin"

by Mr MaLoR on Feb 9, 2012 4:56 PM EST up reply actions

It would’ve been a much better story if they actually won the super bowl though

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:05 PM EST up reply actions

That kick was so far left

it didn’t even hit the netting.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 5:57 PM EST up reply actions

It was in good intentions though. They weren’t trying to make a dig at the Ravens, they were just trying to symbolize that everything they did this season was, in fact, for Mrs.Kraft.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:12 PM EST up reply actions

They should have did like Oklahoma St this year, wait till AFTER the big game to tell everyone you dedicated to something.

The Pats said it from the beginning of the season, but ultimately they failed. So what does that say?

Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?

by FrankWyt on Feb 10, 2012 4:06 AM EST up reply actions

Still, very poor taste by the Pats.

daytime commentator. night time ninja.

by El.Dude on Feb 10, 2012 7:53 AM EST up reply actions

I don't normally ask for advice on here but:

A close female friend of mine is pissed at me. And we’ve been close for the last 3 years, and I really don’t want to lose her. But she says “I am done with you Zach, I’ve given you chances and you’ve proven you never change. I don’t want you in my life anymore. Not Now, not later, not ever.” But I care about her too much to let things end like that. I’ve tried talking to her, but she’s just been ignoring me. Anyone have some advice on what I can do to make things right? I’ve been hearing “Just leave her be” from alot of my friends, but it seems like doing that would just be giving her what she wants, thus ending our long-standing relationship.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:10 PM EST reply actions

What did she not like that you were doing?

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 5:17 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

Well she said it’s mostly a collection of different things. But it started this summer when she told me she loved me and I completely shot her down. I love her, but not like that. Perhaps I should’ve stated it more nicely, and I realize that, but I’ve been trying to make up for it ever since. But she just won’t open up to me.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:24 PM EST up reply actions

Ooooh. That's kinda big deal.

Women don’t forget moments like that. Ever. They want security and stability in a relationship and that moment was it for her. I don’t think there isn’t much you can do at this point unless you pop the question. I’m just curious, do y’all have a lot of things in common?

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 5:35 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

Well you see the thing was, I told her I loved her a year before she told me, and she shot me down. So it was like an eye for an eye almost. But that’s definitely not how I viewed it at the time of the conflict. And yeah, we’ve been tighter than a covalent bond for 3 years.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:37 PM EST up reply actions

You left out a huge part there about who said what first.

You can’t do eye for eye with women. Its a no-no. I would probably keep apologizing incessantly then go with the hail mary quesiton. You will probably have to put yourself out there a little bit. Women like vulnerability.

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 5:47 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

Well you see I don’t love her anymore that’s the thing. She’s just a really great friend and I hate that I’m losing her. And I’m slowly learning more and more evryday

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 6:00 PM EST up reply actions

Ah ok. Well, I would just let her know where you stand...

and keep it moving. She clearly thinks differently of you the you do of her so its probably time to let her go.

by E-ROC on Feb 9, 2012 6:19 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

your best bet is to apologize and admit you were wrong. Either she’ll forgive you, or she won’t. You didnt really play your cards shrewdly though bro, I’m sorry to say

"And, don’t get me started on Joe Flacco," Simms continued. "Did the experts watch the game? Joe didn’t miss a throw, not one. I watched every play. Every time he had the opportunity, he hit the guy. And, he made some moves so he could complete other throws. Are these people watching? What was Joe supposed to do with Texans in his face? Throw it up and hope? Sometimes a sack is a good thing. The object is to win the game. You did."

by jackmca on Feb 10, 2012 9:41 AM EST via Android app up reply actions

… we’ve been tighter than a covalent bond for 3 years.

Awesome turn of phrase! If that doesn’t get you in with the ladies, nothing will.

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State your case, back it up with facts and reasonable opinions ...
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by Ampallang on Feb 10, 2012 11:23 AM EST up reply actions

hahahahaha

by jackmca on Feb 10, 2012 4:45 PM EST via Android app up reply actions

From someone who’s been through 7, 8, 9 rocky relationships and currently in the middle of one, maybe it’s best for both of you to take a few days off from eachother. You’re not giving into what she wants, you’re just giving her some space. In my experience, pushing someone can make it a loooot worse than it needs to be and usually leads to exchanging words that aren’t meant by either party. Sometimes a few days to cool off can make it better and will give her time to think and consider having a civil, calm relationship with you.
Be calm, don’t say anything you don’t mean, and don’t push too hard or it could push her further away. Just my advice, take it or leave it, but good luck to you. Hope it works out.

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 5:17 PM EST up reply actions

Thanks alot

I’m worried mostly just that she means what she says, and that by giving her space she’s just going to drift farther away from me, you know?

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:23 PM EST up reply actions

Same planet, different world

Women are tough to gauge, and the rollercoaster ride of emotions finds us at different points on that rollercoaster, which makes it difficult to be on the same page all the time. I agree, give her some space, send he a nice card (Valentines Day?) with a short note, saying how much you want her in your life and then touch base with her.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 6:01 PM EST up reply actions

Thanks for the advice Bruce. I’ll definitely take it to heart.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 6:12 PM EST up reply actions

Good advice from a wise man.

by jackmca on Feb 10, 2012 9:43 AM EST via Android app up reply actions

In Bruce's Day

He just would have sent her father three goats and a bushel of wheat and all would be good…

"A little learning is a dangerous thing; Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring."
"The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug."
"God's whiskers! Your face is as hideous as the demon's in my storybook!"
"I never expected to see the day when girls would get sunburned in the places they do today."
"It's big for a reason."

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by vlad755 on Feb 13, 2012 1:59 PM EST up reply actions

Well if you really have deep feelings for this person and you want to stay together/continue to be cool

then fight for that relationship but sometimes you have to give people space. girls/women are sensitive to certain things that you really have to aware of/ keep in mind because what you say/do may not seem like a big deal but to her it will.

All you can do is talk to her tell her how you feel and if you she still wants to be left alone well leave her alone and give her time to think.

by jazz20 on Feb 9, 2012 6:45 PM EST up reply actions

~~Relationship~~ should be: conversation

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 5:20 PM EST reply actions

No worries, I got what you meant!

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:25 PM EST up reply actions

Yea, sorry, iPhone not compatible with blogging. Haha.
You have to balance your odds on this one. Push her too hard and have her not speak to you, or give her space and let her walk away? You know her, I don’t, so you know what option works better. In my experience, pushing never works at leads to worse end. If she truly loves you, she’ll respect you for giving her the space she wants and will be more open to talking in the future…just my guess. It’ll be alright though. Don’t let it get you down, just do what YOU think is best and try not to have any regrets in what you decide. All good buddy.

"Don't throw it, don't throw it, don't throw it. I know y'all going to throw it, they going to throw it anyway. I wouldn't throw it. Don't do it." - Ed Reed

"53 Mighty Men of Baltimore"

by WestminsterRaven on Feb 9, 2012 5:37 PM EST up reply actions

That is very good advice man. I sincerely do appreciate it, because it feels like I’m just walking around in the dark here right now. To quote U2 “She’s got me with nothing to win, and nothing left to lose.” And yeah I’ve learned in the past pushing doesn’t help either. It’s just so hard not talking to someone when that’s what you want to do more than anything else. It’s like you want to make things better but in order to get better, things have to get worse first. And I had that transition.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 5:42 PM EST up reply actions

Sounds like she's not really mad at you

more like she’s mad at the situation and frustrated that she put her feelings out there and didn’t get reciprocation. Maybe it just hurts her too much to be “just friends”.

by YeahDonnie on Feb 9, 2012 6:28 PM EST up reply actions

No offense but

even though I also put my two cents in, can we get back on track:

Ravens news around the web stuff?

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Feb 9, 2012 6:02 PM EST reply actions

Quiet you. Its not like there’s a FanPost for relationship advice, so sometimes you just have to throw yourself out there…

by StuckInUtah on Feb 9, 2012 6:08 PM EST via mobile up reply actions

Actually, you just gave me a great idea.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 6:14 PM EST up reply actions

Well isn’t your general goal to create more activity? Wellllll it may not ALWAYS be on topic, but it’s activity nonetheless. But yes, we can get back on topic haha.

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by Zachary Beard on Feb 9, 2012 6:13 PM EST up reply actions