NFL Players Hide, Fear Concussions Nov 20, 2009
"It's hard," Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk said, "to rehab your brain.". Vonnie Holliday, a defensive end for the Denver Broncos, likened the pounding his head takes to "being in a car crash 20, 30 times a game.". (W-USA News, DC)
‘Blind Side’ sticks to the playbook on race and renewal Nov 20, 2009
Oher plays in the NFL for the Baltimore Ravens now, and you wonder how he feels about being represented as such a passive part of his own success. Commercial American movies seem interested in stories about young black men saved from God knows what by nice white people or sports. (Boston Globe)
Line of Scrimmage: Week 11 - Big Bill's bad gamble Nov 19, 2009
10, 2006), Broncos quarterback Chris Simms completed 17-of-29 passes for 133 yards and three interceptions in the Buccaneers' 27-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Prediction: Do you trust Norv Turner in a big game he's supposed to win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Josh Cribbs: Trip to Hospital "Precautionary" Nov 19, 2009
QUOTABLE: If the Baltimore Ravens wore their throwback uniforms, theyd be the Cleveland Browns. ESPN color analyst and boyhood Browns fan Jon Gruden with the line of the night on the telecast of the game. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Tenn. family shares story, Ole Miss ties Nov 19, 2009
Not until later did they discover Oher's athletic talent that would make him runner-up Player of the Year in Tennessee in basketball, land him a football scholarship to Ole Miss and eventually earn him millions of dollars as a first-round pick by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2009 NFL draft. "Here's when I knew Michael's potential as an athlete," says Tuohy, a former standout point guard on the Ole Miss basketball team where he became the Southeastern Conference's career assist leader and a member... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Miami Dolphins' Ronnie Brown out for the season because of foot injury Nov 19, 2009
Gregory Shamus / Getty Images Miami's Ronnie Brown looks on during an AFC wild card playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens on January 4, 2009 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. Allen Eyestone / The Post Ronnie Brown fumbles in the third quarter after taking a hit from a Tampa Bay player on Nov. 15, 2009 in Tampa. (The Palm Beach Post)
Brady Quinn's second chance off to slow start Nov 19, 2009
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Chris Carr runs away from Cleveland Browns offensive tackle John St. Clair (78) after an interception during the third quarter of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Injured Ravens LB Suggs to Miss 1st Game Sunday Nov 19, 2009
Washington - Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs will miss Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts because of a knee injury. Suggs has a sprained ligament in his right knee, Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Wednesday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NFL vs. unruly fans: League out to protect game day experience Nov 19, 2009
-- Reduced largest beer from 24 ounces to 20 ounces: Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, Seattle Seahawks ... -- Five hours: Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Giants, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, St. Louis Rams. (USA Today -- Sports)
Browns' Quinn fined Nov 19, 2009
Brady Quinn of Cleveland Browns fined by NFL for hit on Terrell Suggs of Baltimore Ravens - ESPN. Updated: November 18, 2009, 9:54 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
Saints sign veteran cornerback McAlister Nov 19, 2009
McAlister, 32, is a three-time Pro Bowler who was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 1999 with the 10th overall selection. The Ravens released McAlister -- who had been plagued by knee injuries, missing a total of 18 games during the past two seasons -- in February. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Win Over Patriots Alters Playoff Picture Nov 19, 2009
The Indianapolis Colts remain the only undefeated team in the AFC and one of two unbeaten teams in the NFL. Heading into this week's road game with the Baltimore Ravens, the Colts (9-0) know that Sunday night's win over the New England Patriots has huge implications in regard to the AFC playoff picture. Even though Indianapolis coach Jim Caldwell tried to downplay the significance of what a win over New England would mean in the days leading up to the game, Colts players knew exactly what was at... (ColtsNews.US)
- BEAT THE PRESS: Brown goes perfect, gets second win 0 Nov 19, 2009
Sports Editor , El Centro s Carlos Nava and Raymond Rolf also went perfect but a low score in the MNF game between the Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns (16) gave Brown the win (37). Renteria followed with a (39), Nava scored a (52) and Rolf scored a (55). (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Harbaugh suddenly hottest coach in football Nov 18, 2009
But he also played 13 seasons in the NFL, where his brother, John, is currently succeeding as a head coach with the Baltimore Ravens. He was linked to the New York Jets job a year ago. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Browns coach would change last play Nov 18, 2009
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Cribbs is carried on a backboard after suffering an injury on the final play of the Browns' 16-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Cleveland ... Following Browns wide receiver Josh Cribbs' scary last-second injury in Monday night's 16-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland's coach said he wishes he would have handled the game's final play differently. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ravens cut struggling kicker Steve Hauschka Nov 18, 2009
The Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday cut kicker Steve Hauschka, who missed a 36-yard field goal and had a conversion blocked in Monday night's 16-0 win over Cleveland. No replacement was immediately chosen. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
LeBron believes he 'could be really good' in NFL Nov 18, 2009
CLEVELAND (AP) -- NBA superstar watched the Cleveland Browns be whitewashed by the Baltimore Ravens 16-0 on Monday and came to one simple conclusion: He could help. "If I put all my time and commitment into it, if I dedicated myself to the game of (American) football, I could be really good," the guard said on Tuesday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Indianapolis Colts Report Card Nov 18, 2009
The grades are in for the Colts in their thrilling, 35-34 win over the Patriots on "Sunday Night Football." See how the Colts graded out and where they need to improve as they prepare to take on the Baltimore Ravens this week. PASSING OFFENSE: B-plus. (ColtsNews.US)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 18, 2009
FLOYD "PORK CHOP" WOMACK, RG, Cleveland Browns: saw action in a 16-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens; SEASON - seven games played, four starts. Mississippi State NEWS. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
All is not lost for the Steelers (Yesterday) Nov 18, 2009
It's hard to think the Bengals won't win the AFC North Division because they've beaten the Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens twice and have all the tiebreakers. Their next three games are at Oakland and home against Cleveland and Detroit. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bullock reveals heartwarming Blind Side Nov 18, 2009
Despite the raised eyebrows, snickering, and worse from many around them, the Tuohys wound up adopting Oher as their son and helped him get into college and eventually join the NFL, where he now plays left tackle for the Baltimore Ravens. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Ravens Without Ngata vs. Browns Nov 17, 2009
CLEVELAND - Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Haloti Ngata was inactive for Monday night's game against the Cleveland Browns because of an ankle injury. Ngata, a 6-foot-4, 345-pound run stopper, also missed last week's game against Cincinnati. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ravens, Browns Scoreless at the Half Nov 17, 2009
Washington - The Baltimore Ravens produced 149 yards of offense but no points in a sloppy, scoreless first half at Cleveland on Monday night. It is the NFL's first game of the season to be scoreless at halftime, according to STATS, LLC. Baltimore quarterback Joe Flacco completed 8 of 12 passes for 92 yards and Ray Rice carried 10 times for 41 yards, but the Ravens' only scoring chance came up empty when Steve Hauschka pushed a 36-yard field goal wide left in the first quarter. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Fan protest fizzles at Browns game Nov 17, 2009
Two Cleveland Browns fans wear paper bags over their heads before an NFL football game between the Browns and the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Lewis, Ngata, Washington game-time decisions Nov 17, 2009
By PublisherDate: Nov 16, 2009 OWINGS MILLS Although coach John Harbaugh characterized middle linebacker Ray Lewis, defensive tackle Haloti Ngata and cornerback Fabian Washington as game-time decisions for the Baltimore Ravens Monday night game against the Cleveland Browns, only Ngata appears to be a true question mark. Please or to read the rest of this story. (BynersInsider.com)
Ravens facing pressure-packed Monday night Nov 17, 2009
CLEVELAND An extremely tense atmosphere surrounds this lackluster Monday night game between the reeling Baltimore Ravens and the dysfunctional Cleveland Browns. Having lost four of their past five football games, the Ravens (4-4) cant afford another misstep tonight during this uninviting nationally televised contest. (BynersInsider.com)
Baltimore Ravens scouting report Nov 17, 2009
com: Baltimore Ravens scouting report ... Baltimore Ravens scouting report ... Will the Baltimore Ravens get off to a fast start. (BynersInsider.com)
NFL Wolverines: Week 10 updates Nov 17, 2009
Done for the year following neck and back injuries suffered in a car accident. Started one of six games and caught two passes for three yards, carried once for no gain this year. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
Josh Cribbs: Trip to Hospital "Precautionary" Nov 17, 2009
QUOTABLE: If the Baltimore Ravens wore their throwback uniforms, theyd be the Cleveland Browns. ESPN color analyst and boyhood Browns fan Jon Gruden with the line of the night on the telecast of the game. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Browns-Ravens: Greg's Game Preview Nov 17, 2009
The good news for the Browns defense is that the Ravens offense has gotten away from true Baltimore Ravens football - power running. I look at the Ravens offensive line and I see man-for-man a terrific group of linemen with the physical talent to be one of the best run blocking units in football. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Browns-Ravens: Game Scout Nov 17, 2009
Ravens: After missing his last two field-goal attempts in the fourth quarter, Baltimore Ravens kicker Steve Hauschka is feeling the pressure to keep his job. He has been struggling to replace , the only previous kicker in team history. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Ravens harass Quinn, hapless Browns on way to 16-0 victory Nov 17, 2009
By Jon Saraceno, USA TODAY CLEVELAND For the first half Monday night, the Baltimore Ravens were as punchless on the scoreboard as the NFL franchise from which they sprang, their archrival. The score: 0-0. (USA Today -- Sports)
RAVENS 16, BROWNS 0 Baltimore half-decent in win Nov 17, 2009
For 30 minutes, the Baltimore Ravens were inefficient, unproductive and disorganized ... RAVENS 16, BROWNS 0 / Baltimore half-decent in win Articles For 30 minutes, the Baltimore Ravens were inefficient, unproductive and disorganized. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
NFL fines Titans owner Bud Adams $250,000 for obscene hand gesture Nov 17, 2009
BALTIMORE RAVENS AT CLEVELAND BROWNS, 8:30 P.M. (ET) Ravens - 3rd QB John Beck, RB Jalen Parmele, RB Matt Lawrence, LB Antwan Barnes, T Oneil Cousins, T Tony Moll, DT Haloti Ngata, DT Kelly Talavou ABC 7 Talkback. Browns - 3rd QB Brett Ratliff, P Dave Zastudil, CB Coye Francies, LB Alex Hall, WR Chansi Stuckey, G Billy Yates, TE Michael Gaines, TE Greg Estandia. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ravens have a definite sense of urgency tonight against Browns (17) Nov 16, 2009
OWINGS MILLS An extremely tense atmosphere surrounds this lackluster Monday night game between the reeling Baltimore Ravens and the dysfunctional Cleveland Browns. Having lost four of their past five football games, the Ravens (4-4) can t afford another misstep tonight during this uninviting nationally televised contest. (Carroll County Times, MD)
A grand gesture Nov 16, 2009
That third child is doing all right, the offensive lineman being selected in the first round of the 2009 draft by the Baltimore Ravens ... Selected in the first round (23rd overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
ESPN, WJW Ensure Browns Game Won't Be Blacked Out Nov 16, 2009
ESPN and Fox affiliate WJW-TV Cleveland have chipped in to help guarantee a sell-out for the 1-7 Cleveland Browns's Monday Night Football game against the Baltimore Ravens, according to the team. ESPN, which will air the game nationally, and WJW-TV, which has the local rights, teamed with the Browns and football advertiser Bud Light to purchase the remaining tickets and insure the game would not be blacked out on local TV screens, per NFL policy if a game is not sold out. (Multichannel News)
Michael Oher, Baltimore Ravens Offe... Nov 16, 2009
Michael Oher, Baltimore Ravens Offensive Tackle. Michael Oher, Baltimore Ravens Offensive Tackle ... The copyright of the article Michael Oher, Baltimore Ravens Offensive Tackle in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Mangini denies Lewis claims that Browns overworked Nov 15, 2009
Mangini said Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, that he will wait until Wednesday to announce whether Derek Anderson or Brady Quinn will start next Monday night against the Baltimore Ravens. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ravens puzzled about recent slow starts Nov 14, 2009
Characterize the Baltimore Ravens offense as notoriously slow starters, performing lately as if theyre in dire need of a few strong cups of espresso during the first half of games over the past month. Call it a relative mystery as to why a usually prolific, potent offense has suddenly ground to a halt and has been unable to consistently build momentum or leads heading into halftime. (BynersInsider.com)
Mangini Defends Practice Approach Nov 14, 2009
When Lewis was with the Baltimore Ravens for the first seven years of his career, during which time they won a Super Bowl and made the AFC playoffs three other times, he played for a head coach in Brian Billick who rarely had his team work in full pads. During the last two seasons after he came to the Browns, he played for a head coach in Romeo Crennel who had a similar philosophy. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Browns-Ravens: Miracles Can Wait Nov 14, 2009
Before Brady Quinn can asked to perform any miracles against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, the Cleveland Browns first master holding onto the ball. Eliminating turnovers is step one. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Week 10 Viewer's GuideRoss Tucker takes a look at the key storylines in one game at each time slot and answers mail. Nov 14, 2009
Monday 8:30 p.m. Baltimore Ravens at Cleveland Browns. Brady Quinn is back in the saddle again against an ornery Ravens squad that has somehow lost four of their past five and is desperate for a win to stay in the playoff hunt. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Suggs striving for consistency Nov 14, 2009
The Baltimore Ravens' outside linebacker has displayed flashes of his old Pro Bowl form throughout this season, but never on a consistent basis. Sometimes, Suggs bursts past opposing offensive tackles and smashes into the quarterback as he did against the New England Patriots when he separated Tom Brady from the football as Dwan Edwards pounced on the fumble for a touchdown. (BynersInsider.com)
Cardinal coach's big game Nov 14, 2009
That's how it works with a coach whose brother, John, is the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens. Harbaugh runs his own offense, and before Stanford played Oregon last week, people wondered how anybody could stop the Ducks' offense. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Bengals' Ochocinco fined $20,000 for $1 'bribe' Nov 14, 2009
During the third quarter of Cincinnati's 17-7 win over the Baltimore Ravens, officials initially ruled that Ochocinco got both feet down at the sideline for a 15-yard catch. The Ravens challenged, and the call was overturned when replays showed the receiver's toe landed on the white sideline. (FindLaw News)
NFL player inspires Hollywood Nov 14, 2009
Michael Oher was a was a first-round draft pick, now playing right tackle for the Baltimore Ravens ... Oher will also be playing with the Baltimore Ravens for Monday Night Football on November 16 ... Eventually, he became a National Football League first-round draft pick, now playing right tackle for the Baltimore Ravens. (CNN -- Showbiz)
NorthwestFootball.net Power Rankings: Week 9 Nov 14, 2009
com: NorthwestFootball. net Power Rankings: Week 9. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Steelers Notebook: Ochocinco fans mail mustard to secondary Nov 14, 2009
About that same time, the Cincinnati Enquirer first reported that Ochocinco this week had been slapped by the NFL with a $20,000 fine for brandishing a dollar bill at an official during a replay review Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens. League types also did not care for his use of the word "bribe" in later describing that act. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Cleveland Browns avert local TV blackout Nov 13, 2009
The team announced Thursday night that the remaining tickets for Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens have been purchased by the Browns, ESPN, Bud Light and WJW-TV, which will air the game. The Browns said the four entities will distribute the tickets to the USO and other local organizations. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ravens try out two kickers Nov 13, 2009
OWINGS MILLS -- With kicker Steve Hauschka continuing to struggleto connect onpressure field goals, the Baltimore Ravens took another exploratory stepas they evaluate their optionsif they decide to replace him. The Ravens worked out free agent kickers Billy Cundiff and Mike Nugent on Tuesday, but neither player was immediately signed to a contract. (BynersInsider.com)
Ravens first half marked by ups and downs Nov 13, 2009
OWINGS MILLS -- At the midway point of the regular season, here's a look at some of the highs and lows of the Baltimore Ravens' first half. OFFENSIVE MVP: Joe Flacco has emerged as one of the top quarterbacks in the league, upgrading his accuracy and command of the offense. (BynersInsider.com)
Click to read:From the Streets of Memphis to the NFL Nov 13, 2009
Michael Oher, a tackle from Mississippi, is selected as the No. 26th overall pick by the Baltimore Ravens during the first round of the NFL football draft at Radio City Music Hall Saturday, April 25, 2009, in New York ... After signing a $13 million contract with the Baltimore Ravens, the 16-year-old survivor, the kid who could barely talk to strangers, has taken his can-do spirit to the NFL.. (CBS News)
No regrets for J. Lewis Nov 13, 2009
The powerful former Baltimore Ravens running back trampled the notion about having any second thoughts about his decision to retire following this season as if it was a linebacker standing in his way. So, theres unlikely to be any turning back for Lewis or last-minute audible as he closes out a strong NFL career on a horrible Cleveland Browns team that has won just one game. (BynersInsider.com)
Lewis won't let Ochocinco send condiments Nov 12, 2009
Last week, the receiver sent deodorant to some of the Baltimore Ravens a few days before their game. The Ravens came to Cincinnati and lost 17-7, with Ochocinco having a big game. (FOX19.com, OH)
Quinn to start for Browns vs. Ravens Nov 12, 2009
(Sports Network) - Brady Quinn has been named the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback for Monday night's matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. Quinn started the first three games of the season, but had since been replaced by Derek Anderson. (ABC 7 News, DC)
BROWNS NAME QUINN STARTER Nov 12, 2009
Benched by coach Eric Mangini just 2 games and 69 pass attempts into the season, Quinn will start Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens, the team he was facing on Sept. 27 when the former Notre Dame star was yanked at halftime. Quinn's got his second chance. (USA Today -- Sports)
- BEAT THE PRESS: Hernandez wins with MNF tiebreaker 0 Nov 12, 2009
In the MNF tiebreaker, the Cleveland Browns will host the Baltimore Ravens. Deadline to turn in picks is 5 p.m. Friday by e-mailing them to or dropping them off at the main office in El Centro. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Singletary's 49ers ready for Bears Nov 12, 2009
Quinn starts again: Benched by Cleveland Browns coach Eric Mangini 21/2 games and 69 pass attempts into the season, Brady Quinn will start Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens, the team he was facing on Sept. 27 when the former Notre Dame star was yanked at halftime. Mangini's decision to switch back from Derek Anderson to Quinn wasn't met with overwhelming support in Cleveland's locker room. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Earning Their Stripes APThe Cincinnati Bengals defense has been suffocating opponents, allowing only 16.9 points per game so far in '09.Bengals coach Marvin Lewis was raised in Steelers country. The work ethic he learned has been instilled in his team and will be on display against Pittsburgh, writes Paul Daugherty. Nov 12, 2009
The multiplier effect kicks in: "Tank helps Domata (Peko, starting defensive tackle), who helps Antwan (Odom, eight sacks until he was lost for the year) and it keeps going like that. We've sifted through the rubble of two seasons of injuries and lucked into some great pros. Now we have young players who are getting led by those guys.'' Examples? How about the work that young, rising-star cornerbacks Leon Hall and Johnathan Joseph turned in last week, in a 17-7 defeat of the Baltimore Ravens?... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
State, city leaders pitch Baltimore as World Cup soccer host Nov 11, 2009
M T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens, could host World Cup games in 2018 or 2022. Related News. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Ravens, Harbaugh searching for answers Nov 11, 2009
OWINGS MILLS Moments after the Baltimore Ravens debacle of a loss to the Cincinnati Bengals that exposed glaring issues on both sides of the football, running back Ray Rice said its time for players to look at themselves in the mirror as they search for answers. Nowadays, that reflection isnt so inviting. (BynersInsider.com)
Ravens primed for rematch against the Bengals Nov 11, 2009
CINCINNATI -- It was a dizzying blur that left the Baltimore Ravens' proud defense stinging with angerat being humbled on their turfand shaking their heads in the locker room afterward. The final moments of the Ravens' 17-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals last month were defined by costly defensive penalties and coverage breakdowns that enabled Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer to engineer a dramatic game-winning drive capped by his touchdown pass to wide receiver Andre Caldwell. (BynersInsider.com)
Ravens slow start leads to Bengals sweep Nov 11, 2009
CINCINNATI It was a costly slumber for the Baltimore Ravens, and another puzzling slow start has created a harsh reality midway through the season. One week removed from their top performance this year, the Ravens inexplicably played one of their worst games of the season. (BynersInsider.com)
Baltimore Ravens scouting report Nov 11, 2009
com: Baltimore Ravens scouting report ... Baltimore Ravens scouting report ... Will the Baltimore Ravens' secondary be able to keep up the good work. (BynersInsider.com)
