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Direckshun · 12-03-2018, 12:34 AM

The Ravens are a uniquely weird team in Week 14 of the NFL season.

They're weird because their QB position is a great unknown.

Joe Flacco is, of course, the world's most underwhelming Super Bowl MVP, and has sucked this year. We know who he is, we have millions of hours of underwhelming tape to depressingly watch. And he returned to practice this week, but did not play, Eric Berry style.

But that might change. He may see the field.

Which is interesting, because their backup QB, Lamar Jackson, a 1st round selection by the Ravens (albeit with the 32nd pick), is a very weird player. He runs, and runs, and runs with the ball. His completion percentage is a not-terrible 60%. And he's only played three weeks, so tape on him is slim.

We know this: he is fast, he is not afraid to run the ball, and he's a damn gazelle when he does.

The good news: we can probably spy him. His weapons are bleak. Alex Collins is his #1 RB, and he's averaging 3.6 yards a carry. His #1 receiver is John Brown, who initially looked like Tyreek Hill when he first hit the league, but has since statistically slowed down and is now just a good receiver with very difficult speed to account for. Michael Crabtree is their #2 alongside Willie Snead, and Tyreek Hill has more yardage than both of those guys combined, but Crabtree has had good games against us in the past.

As a result, the Ravens are still somehow 13th in the league in yardage, they are averaging 25 points a game.

The Ravens have good pass protection, as they've only given up like 25 sacks or something like that. Ronnie Stanley is their LT.

But really, the Ravens offense wins by trying to run the ball, passing decently, and then letting Lamar Jackson get creative.

As far as the defense is concerned.................. biggest test of the year right here folks.

#1 rated defense in yardage (they're allowing under 300 yards/game).
#1 rated defense in points (they're allowing 17 points/game).

I think it's safe to say we're going to beat those averages but they should still slow us down pretty significantly. I don't know if Patty will have another 4 TD game here.

The Ravens get good pressure on the QB -- they're 9th in the league in sacks, and the pressure comes from everywhere. Suggs has always played well against us but he only has 5.5 this year. They blitz a good amount.

Simply put, the Ravens pass defense will be the biggest challenge Mahomes faces all year. They're allowing under 200 yards passing all season. Eric Weddle is a goddamn general at the back of their defense, and they've got a solid corner or two despite the fact that none of their corners are true ballhawks. Brandon Carr will make a rare appearance against the Chiefs, which is whatever, but he's apparently playing well.

The Ravens have a mean defensive line, and maybe the meanest NT in the league in Brandon Williams. I'm willing to bet they drop everyone in coverage, smother Kelce, and dare Spencer Ware to beat their DL. That's a very tall order, and I don't think our run game is up to the challenge. Mahomes will need to tap every ounce of his MVP talent to get yardage.

In special teams, they have arguably the greatest kicker in modern NFL history in Justin Tucker. They've had one punt return for a TD.

They're 7-5. They're on a three game win streak. Lamar Jackson has started all three games.

Their wins: Bills, Broncos, @Steelers, @Titans, Bengals (no Dalton), Raiders, @Falcons
Losses: @Bengals (Dalton), @Browns, Saints, @Panthers, Steelers

That schedule is all over the place. They beat Pitt in Pitt, but pathetically lose to the Browns. The most damning game on the schedule is the Saints game, where they only lost by a point.

How is this team so good? I've asked before. They have no elite talent on offense and are still racking up yardage and point. They have a damn good defense but don't intercept the ball and they don't have any sack masters like the Chiefs do.

What is going on?

MAHOMO 4 LIFE! · 12-03-2018, 05:30 PM

We can beat anyone the AFC regardless of our defense. Now if our defense has to face the Saints in the Super Bowl we are screwed

Pasta Little Brioni · 12-03-2018, 05:32 PM

Triple option?

staylor26 · 12-03-2018, 05:39 PM

A

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Originally Posted by MAHOMO 4 LIFE!

We can beat anyone the AFC regardless of our defense. Now if our defense has to face the Saints in the Super Bowl we are screwed

Lol so even with this defense we could’ve beat the Pats and Rams on the road, but we can’t beat the Saints on a neutral field?

Give me a ****ing break. We can beat anybody.

Pasta Little Brioni · 12-03-2018, 05:59 PM

Some dumb sum bitches on this board

BryanBusby · 12-03-2018, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MAHOMO 4 LIFE!

We can beat anyone the AFC regardless of our defense. Now if our defense has to face the Saints in the Super Bowl we are screwed

Eh, I don't think the Saints are making it.

**DaKCMan AP** · 12-03-2018, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

I haven't seen much from DOD to have much faith in him. Yeah, he's fast. He's also lost most of the time. I think I'd rather see a safety shadow Jackson at this point.

Hopefully not Whiff Murray.

**jjchieffan** · 12-03-2018, 06:43 PM

It's been a while since I've added anyone to ignore. But I think that it's time. If everything that someone posts is negative, doom and gloom, then I really don't care to see their posts. Therefore, Superturtle is joining the ranks. I've grown tired of his negativity.

NJChiefsFan · 12-03-2018, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by staylor26

It’s just for this year, but I’d be willing to bet our guys have missed more games/snaps than the others.

I know. Just meant that's with a Houston that isn't running with all the cylinders.

**New World Order** · 12-03-2018, 07:24 PM

Tom Osborne Nebraska offense incoming

Chiefshrink · 12-03-2018, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Watkins isn't even practicing. I'm starting to worry a bit on the Sammy front.

I know he'll be back for the playoffs but we're doing to need him at home against the Chargers and against the Seahawks.

His reputation is that of a potato chip physically and Veach was desperate because so far we have not gotten our $$'s worth whatsoever.

staylor26 · 12-03-2018, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by NJChiefsFan

I know. Just meant that's with a Houston that isn't running with all the cylinders.

Gotcha. Yea I think Houston would dominate much more consistently if he never had the knee injury.

stevieray · 12-03-2018, 07:50 PM

this game worries me.

St. Patty's Fire · 12-03-2018, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by stevieray

this game worries me.

The game against the Raiders I was honestly terrified of some black magic

And it almost happened

This game I’m feeling much more confident. A guy putting up Tebow like numbers going to Arrowhead? This may look a lot like the Jags game.

Red Dawg · 12-03-2018, 07:53 PM

If we lose to Lamr Jackson that will be embarassing. Same as when we lost to Tebow. He can't throw the ball worth a damn and just like Tebow his brain works too slow to keep up with the game.

Thats not me being an ass. That's what scouts have said about their film study.

**Renegade** · 12-03-2018, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnDONsey

The game against the Raiders I was honestly terrified of some black magic

And it almost happened

This game I’m feeling much more confident. A guy putting up Tebow like numbers going to Arrowhead? This may look a lot like the Jags game.

Remember what Teabow did to us in the playoffs if I remember things correctly

12-03-2018, 12:34 AM
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4123447	Let's talk about the Ravens. The Ravens are a uniquely weird team in Week 14 of the NFL season. They're weird because their QB position is a great unknown. Joe Flacco is, of course, the world's most underwhelming Super Bowl MVP, and has sucked this year. We know who he is, we have millions of hours of underwhelming tape to depressingly watch. And he returned to practice this week, but did not play, Eric Berry style. But that might change. He may see the field. Which is interesting, because their backup QB, Lamar Jackson, a 1st round selection by the Ravens (albeit with the 32nd pick), is a very weird player. He runs, and runs, and runs with the ball. His completion percentage is a not-terrible 60%. And he's only played three weeks, so tape on him is slim. We know this: he is fast, he is not afraid to run the ball, and he's a damn gazelle when he does. The good news: we can probably spy him. His weapons are bleak. Alex Collins is his #1 RB, and he's averaging 3.6 yards a carry. His #1 receiver is John Brown, who initially looked like Tyreek Hill when he first hit the league, but has since statistically slowed down and is now just a good receiver with very difficult speed to account for. Michael Crabtree is their #2 alongside Willie Snead, and Tyreek Hill has more yardage than both of those guys combined, but Crabtree has had good games against us in the past. As a result, the Ravens are still somehow 13th in the league in yardage, they are averaging 25 points a game. The Ravens have good pass protection, as they've only given up like 25 sacks or something like that. Ronnie Stanley is their LT. But really, the Ravens offense wins by trying to run the ball, passing decently, and then letting Lamar Jackson get creative. As far as the defense is concerned.................. biggest test of the year right here folks. #1 rated defense in yardage (they're allowing under 300 yards/game). #1 rated defense in points (they're allowing 17 points/game). I think it's safe to say we're going to beat those averages but they should still slow us down pretty significantly. I don't know if Patty will have another 4 TD game here. The Ravens get good pressure on the QB -- they're 9th in the league in sacks, and the pressure comes from everywhere. Suggs has always played well against us but he only has 5.5 this year. They blitz a good amount. Simply put, the Ravens pass defense will be the biggest challenge Mahomes faces all year. They're allowing under 200 yards passing all season. Eric Weddle is a goddamn general at the back of their defense, and they've got a solid corner or two despite the fact that none of their corners are true ballhawks. Brandon Carr will make a rare appearance against the Chiefs, which is whatever, but he's apparently playing well. The Ravens have a mean defensive line, and maybe the meanest NT in the league in Brandon Williams. I'm willing to bet they drop everyone in coverage, smother Kelce, and dare Spencer Ware to beat their DL. That's a very tall order, and I don't think our run game is up to the challenge. Mahomes will need to tap every ounce of his MVP talent to get yardage. In special teams, they have arguably the greatest kicker in modern NFL history in Justin Tucker. They've had one punt return for a TD. They're 7-5. They're on a three game win streak. Lamar Jackson has started all three games. Their wins: Bills, Broncos, @Steelers, @Titans, Bengals (no Dalton), Raiders, @Falcons Losses: @Bengals (Dalton), @Browns, Saints, @Panthers, Steelers That schedule is all over the place. They beat Pitt in Pitt, but pathetically lose to the Browns. The most damning game on the schedule is the Saints game, where they only lost by a point. How is this team so good? I've asked before. They have no elite talent on offense and are still racking up yardage and point. They have a damn good defense but don't intercept the ball and they don't have any sack masters like the Chiefs do. What is going on?
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