Football “Slim” chance Jared Gaither re-signs with Ravens - Page 4

malachi47000 · 02-01-2011, 11:03 AM

Posted by Josh Alper on February 1, 2011, 11:00 AM EST
Jared Gaither

The one thing that the Ravens would need to know from Jared Gaither is something that he can’t possible tell them when they sit down to talk on Wednesday.

The Ravens need to know if they can count on Gaither to both practice and play in games for them during the 2011 season if they are going to re-sign him. That’s impossible to know in February when Gaither is coming off a year lost to a foot injury that may have resulted from his showing up at camp in poor shape as a result of back problems and unhappiness with the lack of a contract extension.

The injury problems are bad enough, but the questions about his work ethic raised by last summer’s issues have made it hard for the Ravens to put a full level of trust into Gaither. That explains why a Ravens official told Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun that the chances of Gaither returning for another season were “slim.”

If Gaither does leave, the Ravens will have a big hole on the offensive line. Michael Oher was less effective as a left tackle this season than he was as a rookie on the right side, although that move was planned before Gaither’s injury. Marshal Yanda took over on the right and did okay while simultaneously making it clear he was a better fit at guard. The struggles of the offensive line were fingered as a big reason for Baltimore’s offensive slowdown down the stretch of the regular season, which means the team needs to be sure about the direction they take heading into next year.

The labor uncertainty might actually wind up helping the two sides find a common ground as a short offseason would hamper the Ravens’ ability to replace Gaither with a rookie or a free agent from outside the organization. A lack of trust is a lot to overcome, however, and it would be a major stumbling block to any discussion of a long-term contract with the Ravens.

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ShowtimeSBMVP · 02-01-2011, 01:12 PM

A clue to why Jared Gaither is available
Posted by NBC Sports on April 11, 2010, 11:41 AM EST
There is an obvious red flag to any team that’s interested in Ravens tackle Jared Gaither: Baltimore is willing to move him.

The Ravens know what a quality tackle looks like. The fact they are reportedly eager to deal Gaither for a second-round pick should create doubt in the minds of interested teams.

I’ve wondered why Baltimore was willing to part ways, and got a clue Sunday in the Baltimore Sun. Ken Murray refers to Gaither’s “half-baked work ethic.” (That’s better than wake-n-baked work ethic.)

Gaither has put enough impressive play on film that he’s still among the more likely veterans to get dealt on the draft’s second day.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-01-2011, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcellus

Sounds safe to say we don't want him other than maybe a 1 year cheap get your shit together deal.

I seriously doubt he fits the "profile".

Marcellus · 02-01-2011, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I seriously doubt he fits the "profile".

Without a doubt. I am sure KC is not interested.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-01-2011, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcellus

Without a doubt. I am sure KC is not interested.

I hope not. And I mean that seriously.

As much as I disliked Pioli's personnel decisions in his first season, last year's draft and free agency decisions made sense to me from a character and talent standpoint and it's obvious they paid off in 2010.

I'd be shocked if he think the Chiefs at this point in time are ready to allow a malcontent in the locker room.

**The Franchise** · 02-01-2011, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I hope not. And I mean that seriously.

As much as I disliked Pioli's personnel decisions in his first season, last year's draft and free agency decisions made sense to me from a character and talent standpoint and it's obvious they paid off in 2010.

I'd be shocked if he think the Chiefs at this point in time are ready to allow a malcontent in the locker room.

Exactly why our #1 priority should be signing Ryan Kalil.

KCDC · 02-01-2011, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

1. Dedication
2. Love of the game
3. Great locker room presence

Given what Pioli looks for in a player, you can rule out any move for Gaither. Gaither is a "me first" guy that doesn't stay in shape. It's fun to think about that talent (if healthy) on our line, but he's not coming to KC. Best look elesewhere.

**Saul Good** · 02-01-2011, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by haydenchiefs101

A clue to why Jared Gaither is available
Posted by NBC Sports on April 11, 2010, 11:41 AM EST
There is an obvious red flag to any team that’s interested in Ravens tackle Jared Gaither: Baltimore is willing to move him.

The Ravens know what a quality tackle looks like. The fact they are reportedly eager to deal Gaither for a second-round pick should create doubt in the minds of interested teams.

I’ve wondered why Baltimore was willing to part ways, and got a clue Sunday in the Baltimore Sun. Ken Murray refers to Gaither’s “half-baked work ethic.” (That’s better than wake-n-baked work ethic.)

Gaither has put enough impressive play on film that he’s still among the more likely veterans to get dealt on the draft’s second day.

Sounds like they'd love to get a second rounder for him because he's about to leave for nothing.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 02-01-2011, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Saul Good

Sounds like they'd love to get a second rounder for him because he's about to leave for nothing.

That was last year lol hes a free agent this year

bowener · 02-01-2011, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by haydenchiefs101

he went down to 260 during the season cause he didn't play

Ok, that is far different than 260 in the offseason, man. I'm going to guess that drop in weight still came from being injured. The first 29 pounds was him trying to get down to LT playing weight or something, but if he got down to 260, that is most likely on not being able to work out or anorexia.

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I don't want him as a Chief btw.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 02-01-2011, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by bowener

Ok, that is far different than 260 in the offseason, man. I'm going to guess that drop in weight still came from being injured. The first 29 pounds was him trying to get down to LT playing weight or something, but if he got down to 260, that is most likely on not being able to work out or anorexia.

DUMBASS the ravens told him he not playing LT but he lost the weight anyway to make the ravens play him at lt

**The Franchise** · 02-01-2011, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by haydenchiefs101

DUMBASS the ravens told him he not playing LT but he lost the weight anyway to make the ravens play him at lt

Settle the **** down n00b.

bowener · 02-01-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by haydenchiefs101

DUMBASS the ravens told him he not playing LT but he lost the weight anyway to make the ravens play him at lt

Eat a bag of dicks. I was pointing out that what you originally said was not the case. He dropped down to a normal weight in the offseason for any LT, 311 lbs, [in a hope that he could force the hands of the Ravens to play him at LT or trade him to play LT somewhere else...] I'm not defending the guy, dumbass.

Chiefnj2 · 02-01-2011, 02:24 PM

Gaither said he worked out to go from 340 to 319 because he felt the lower weight would help him overcome some foot and ankle injuries that had plagued him.

People can say what they want, but for a big guy to legally drop that weight in the offseason is pretty impressive.

**The Franchise** · 02-01-2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Gaither said he worked out to go from 340 to 319 because he felt the lower weight would help him overcome some foot and ankle injuries that had plagued him.

People can say what they want, but for a big guy to legally drop that weight in the offseason is pretty impressive.

Shut it. Haydenchiefs101 said he's a douchebag.

**doomy3** · 02-01-2011, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Gaither said he worked out to go from 340 to 319 because he felt the lower weight would help him overcome some foot and ankle injuries that had plagued him.

People can say what they want, but for a big guy to legally drop that weight in the offseason is pretty impressive.

And how dare him drop the weight to become faster to become an even better LT when the Ravens wanted to move Oher over there. Gaither should have just surrendered the position, even though he was a better LT than Oher.

02-01-2011, 11:03 AM
malachi47000 Rock Chalk Jayhawk, GO KU!!!! Join Date: Apr 2006 Casino cash: $9924937	“Slim” chance Jared Gaither re-signs with Ravens Posted by Josh Alper on February 1, 2011, 11:00 AM EST Jared Gaither The one thing that the Ravens would need to know from Jared Gaither is something that he can’t possible tell them when they sit down to talk on Wednesday. The Ravens need to know if they can count on Gaither to both practice and play in games for them during the 2011 season if they are going to re-sign him. That’s impossible to know in February when Gaither is coming off a year lost to a foot injury that may have resulted from his showing up at camp in poor shape as a result of back problems and unhappiness with the lack of a contract extension. The injury problems are bad enough, but the questions about his work ethic raised by last summer’s issues have made it hard for the Ravens to put a full level of trust into Gaither. That explains why a Ravens official told Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun that the chances of Gaither returning for another season were “slim.” If Gaither does leave, the Ravens will have a big hole on the offensive line. Michael Oher was less effective as a left tackle this season than he was as a rookie on the right side, although that move was planned before Gaither’s injury. Marshal Yanda took over on the right and did okay while simultaneously making it clear he was a better fit at guard. The struggles of the offensive line were fingered as a big reason for Baltimore’s offensive slowdown down the stretch of the regular season, which means the team needs to be sure about the direction they take heading into next year. The labor uncertainty might actually wind up helping the two sides find a common ground as a short offseason would hamper the Ravens’ ability to replace Gaither with a rookie or a free agent from outside the organization. A lack of trust is a lot to overcome, however, and it would be a major stumbling block to any discussion of a long-term contract with the Ravens. http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...s-with-ravens/
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ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $3666009	A clue to why Jared Gaither is available Posted by NBC Sports on April 11, 2010, 11:41 AM EST There is an obvious red flag to any team that’s interested in Ravens tackle Jared Gaither: Baltimore is willing to move him. The Ravens know what a quality tackle looks like. The fact they are reportedly eager to deal Gaither for a second-round pick should create doubt in the minds of interested teams. I’ve wondered why Baltimore was willing to part ways, and got a clue Sunday in the Baltimore Sun. Ken Murray refers to Gaither’s “half-baked work ethic.” (That’s better than wake-n-baked work ethic.) Gaither has put enough impressive play on film that he’s still among the more likely veterans to get dealt on the draft’s second day.
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