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Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns

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Game: Baltimore Ravens (2-1) vs. Cleveland Browns (1-2)
Where: Cleveland Browns Stadium (Cleveland, OH)
When: 1:00 PM EST
Announcers: Kevin Harlan/Rich Gannon

Last week's offense wasn't as explosive as the one we saw against the Bengals, but I think it's safe to say that the unit has improved tremendously last year due to the offensive line's production. The focus now falls on the defense, which is giving up an average of 35 points through the first three games. Getting our defenders lined up correctly in practice has been a "priority", but things aren't going to get much better talent wise. Willie McGinest may return, but then you have a guy like Orpheus Roye that is listed as out. The big story in this game is the fact that it marks Jamal Lewis' first game against his former team. For our sake, let's hope that the first time Ray Lewis and Jamal Lewis collide, that the Browns are getting the better of the situation. Let's get to the breakdown of this week's game...

OFFENSE

Category Ravens Browns
Points Scored 22.0 (14th) 27.3 (6th)
Passing 214.7 (17th) 242.3 (11th)
Rushing 118.0 (14th) 120.0 (12th)
Total Offense (yards) 332.7 (16th) 362.3 (9th)

DEFENSE

Category Ravens Browns
Points Scored 21.0 (16th) 35.0 (32nd)
Passing 239.7 (19th) 254.3 (24th)
Rushing 61.7 (1st) 176.3 (31st)
Total Defense (yards) 301.3 (8th) 430.7 (31st)
- Quarterback
Since when did the Browns go from disaster with Charlie Frye in Week 1 to respectability at the position by Week 4? In fact, it suddenly seems like ages since fans were calling for Brady Quinn, and that may be a good thing for the time being. The Ravens have gone with a dual quarterback system over the first two weeks with Steve McNair and Kyle Boller. For this game, I'd actually like to see McNair play more than I want to see Boller play. The past few times we've seen McNair, he has been ineffective against us. If you recall, McNair was replaced by Boller when we faced Baltimore last year. Boller proceeded to throw it well against our defense, leading the Ravens to victory.
- Running Back
Jamal Lewis is up against a tough test: he's facing his old team, who just happens to be ranked as the No. 1 run defense in the NFL right now. The Ravens are only giving up an average of 61.7 yards per game. If Lewis is going to hope for success, he'll have to hope that the Browns' defense doesn't allow us to fall behind early. The Ravens feature Willis McGahee this year, who has done an adequate job with his new team. He hasn't been spectacular, but there is an eerie feeling that McGahee could have his breakout game based on the way we've been allowing running backs to rip through us.
- Receiver
Some things never seem to change. The Ravens haven't had a great group of receivers since returning to the league really, besides tight end Todd Heap. Derrick Mason has 23 receptions this year and has gotten off to a better start than he did last year, but nobody else stands out on a consistent basis. The Browns should look out for Demetrius Williams though - he's a fast slot receiver that burned us last year. Braylon Edwards, Joe Jurevicius, and Kellen Winslow has another impressive showing last week, at least in the second half against the Raiders. Edwards may have a nice edge against Baltimore with cornerback Samari Rolle ruled out.
- Offensive Line
Just how good has the offensive line been over the past two weeks with a quarterback that gets rid of the football? Anderson has only been sacked once, and that was on a play where he actually was stripped of the football last week. The Ravens have done a fair job keeping their quarterbacks on their feet as well, although Steve McNair has had some problems of hanging onto the ball too long at times, exposing the football to defensive players that come from the edge. Both run offenses have been about equal, but again, the Ravens' defense could make our line look like crap.
- Defensive Line
Kelly Gregg. Now that is a defensive tackle. When you compare the current levels of talent between Gregg and Ted Washington, the scale shift towards Gregg's favor in a major way. I'd trade all seven-eight of our defensive linemen today to get Gregg, because him alone would would be better than what we presently have. The Ravens also have Haloti Ngata, whom the Browns passed up for Kamerion Wimbley last year. There's a reason why teams can't run the football against the Ravens, and it's based on my defensive rant in my blog entry below this gameday preview.
- Linebacker
Just like the Browns' defense line shouldn't even be in the same sentence as the Ravens' defensive line, the case is the same when comparing Baltimore's inside linebackers. Ray Lewis and Terrell Suggs run absolute circles around the capabilities of Andra Davis and D'Qwell Jackson. Not only are Lewis and Suggs much better players, they both have that intimidation factor. Teams will try to run at them, but they know they can't. When teams look at the Browns inside linebackers, fear is probably the last thing that would ever cross their minds. On top of that, where the Browns are strong at outside linebacker, the Ravens are still just as good. With Bart Scott's comments about our stadium this week though, it'd be nice if the Browns gave him a little reality check this week.
- Secondary
Samari Rolle is out this week, meaning that Corey Ivy will start in place of him. The Ravens still have Chris McAllister, Ed Reed, and Dawan Landry to pick up the slack, but the Ravens' secondary has been vulnerable against hurry up offenses this season. Kellen Clemons and Kurt Warner have each torn apart the Ravens' secondary in the past two weeks during the fourth quarter. The Browns are staying loyal to Eric Wright for another week, but all eyes should be on Brodney Pool and the possibility of Demetrius Williams sprinting down the field. I called Lewis' success off left tackle against the Bengals, I called Wimbley's sacks last week, and I'm calling the fact that the Ravens will try to target this matchup at some point in this game.
- Special Teams
Can the Ravens run anyone that they want at the punt return position and score touchdowns? B.J. Sams, Ed Reed, and Yamon Figurs have each done very well on punt returns, with Reed and Figurs scoring a touchdown in the past two weeks. Joshua Cribbs balances that threat due to his kick return ability: after all, doesn't it seem like he's going to score every week? For our sake, if the game comes down to a field goal this week, at least we're on our home field and don't have to worry about the dirt.
FINAL PREDICTION: Cleveland Browns 23, Baltimore Ravens 17.
Again, the big story here in terms of the national media is the fact that Jamal Lewis will be going head-to-head against Ray Lewis and the Ravens' defense. It should be a sight to see the first time that those two meet each other on a play. The Browns were a field goal away from being 2-1 last week, and are playing pretty well on offense. Our defense has been a liability, but sometime the Ravens' "platoon quarterback situation" will come back to bite them, whether it be a lack of continuity or a question of who to put in at what time. You may not want to take my prediction for much though; I'm 0-3 at projecting Browns games this season.

This is the official gameday topic for the third game of the regular season, featuring the Cleveland Browns against the Baltimore Ravens. All comments regarding the game should be posted in this topic. Enjoy the game, and GO BROWNS!!!

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Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Don't forget to check out my post about our defense, which I posted earlier this morning.

Here are the gameday inactives:

Cleveland Browns
Inactives: QB Ken Dorsey (3rd QB), P Dave Zastudil, DB Gary Baxter, RB Jerome Harrison, G Isaac Sowells, T Kelly Butler, WR Travis Wilson, DE Orpheus Roye.

Baltimore Ravens
Inactives: K Rhys Lloyd, QB Troy Smith (3rd QB), CB Samari Rolle, RB Cory Ross, RB Mike Anderson, T Jonathan Ogden, DE Trevor Pryce, LB Edgar Jones.

Overall, the Ravens are not at full strength considering they are without Pryce, Ogden, and Rolle. Roye was ruled out yesterday, and I'd expect Shaun Smith to start in his place.

The biggest news is that Kellen Winslow is active and WILL play. Also, another big note here:  Willie McGinest is active.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 12:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Roger Brown is blogging on FOX8Cleveland today. Love him or hate him, you may want to check it out:

http://community.myfoxcleveland.com/blogs/ViewBlogEntry.aspx?entry_id=4415&blog_id=107846

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 12:49 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Why not Tony Rizzo?  Roger Brown has always seemed to me to be just another one of those people who bash Cleveland because he's never lived anywhere else.  Remember, there are only two kinds of people who are Cleveland haters - Those who have never lived here, and those who have never left here.

by Casey Jones on Sep 30, 2007 4:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
On the other hand, I feel fortunate that I don't have to have my tax money contribute to Roger's unemploynment check.  I wish him well in whatever he does in his next business endeavor.

by Casey Jones on Sep 30, 2007 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I actually get to watch the game this weekend.  I'm so looking forward to crushing those Baltimorons.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 12:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Hey, a throw to Joe...in the first quarter!

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:05 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And then a Vickers run for a first down, crazyness

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:06 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Cribbs is amazing again.

How about that? A third-and-short to Vickers actually worked.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:06 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And then we almost had a TD there if the pass had been lower.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
It helped that the defender fell down.  But, yeah, I love that man!

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Color me impressed by both the play calling and the execution so far.  Let's score a TD now.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow...nice shovel pass by Anderson against the rush.  Smart play

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ok...that worked, but don't ever throw that shuttle pass again, Derek.  Never. Ever.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I agree with not running the ball down here, the Ravens would just stuff us. That shovel pass was very dangerous though...third down now!

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:11 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
TOOUUUCHDDOOOOWNN!! TD Joe strikes again!

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:11 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Great way to start the game.  Nice play-calling.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Great opening drive.  Great return from Cribbs.  Nice execution by the O-line on Vicker's 3rd down run.  Good play design on Winslow's pass.  And way to find Joe in the endzone.  I like it.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Jurevicius! Am I seeing things, or do the Browns finally know how to use him. Man, that was a nice catch in tight coverage with Ray Lewis on you.

7-0 Browns!

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Now its time for our Defense to step it up and get our O back out onto the field.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Jurevicius is the most under-appreciated receiver  in the game.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
It'd be nice to see the Defense pick up here where the O left off...

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
It WOULD be nice, but I'm not exactly holding my breath...

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Bad...and unnecessary play there by Holly

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yeah, but hopefully we can hold them on this 3rd down.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
We have 6 DB's in, and that pass wasn't even threatened.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And I was just in the process of typing, "the secondary is killing us..."

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
TOUUCHHHDOOOOOOWN! And Points for the browns means points for my fantasy team! Life is good...

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I would gladly sacrifice my fantasy season for the next five years to see us put up offensive numbers like we did in week 2

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow.  Wow.  I don't know what else to say.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
McAllister looked awful on that play...

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
DA's QB Score per play right now is a God-like 16.83 (avg is 1.8 and elite is ~6). Go Browns.

by DisappointmentZone on Sep 30, 2007 1:29 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Now I'd like to see us McNair a few times...

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:29 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
How does one "McNair"?

God our run defense is pathetic

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
oops...I somehow left out the "hit" there...

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Was downstairs eating.

Bodden pick! Edwards touchdown! 14-0? Holy...

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:30 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
We've got to tackle better than that.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:30 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Followed immediatly by the worst defensive effort to stop the run I've ever seen.  Ugh, the Ravens shouldnt do anything but hand off.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
They're kinda running us over out there...

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:32 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Baltimore is not panicking here. Our key has to be to hold Baltimore to field goals now.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Side note: Brett Favre has broken the all-time touchdown record.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Phew, they almost got the first thanks to that bad tackling

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
When defensive backs have inside help, I'll never understand why they try to run right at the receiver, rather than closing out the CHANCE to run up the sideline.

Stover MISSES the field goal! Woooo!!!

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:38 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
If the defense keeps up the bend but don't break deal and only surrenders field goals, we've got a real shot at this.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:38 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Nice run there by Lewis, five up the middle

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:38 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Bad pass, great tackle by Fraley though

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:40 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Anderson can't be completely blamed for that INT since it was tipped, but that was a very dangerous pass into a crowd of Ravens.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:40 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yes, he can.  First of all, the reciever was double covered.  Second of all, Anderson stared him down so Reed just read his eyes and got the easy pick.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ok...we better figure out how to stop the run here.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:41 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
UGH...a near perfect first quarter ruined by Anderson's miscue. Again, what is his obsession with throwing into triple coverages?

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:41 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Its ok, we can still hold them to 3.  Our strength is matching up well against theirs, and so far our biggest weakness hasn't given up any points.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:41 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Where is our pass rush?  I've only seen someone in McNair's face once all day.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:43 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
This is why Anderson is so frustrating....he makes some nice passes but that one was just so dumb.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:44 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yeah, the defense can feel free to sack McNair whenever they can find some free time.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:45 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I'm not sure why the Ravens aren't running it every play...but I'll take it for now.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
McGahee has been pulled out a lot of plays, i wonder if our defense, despite missing tackles, hasn't laid a little bit of hurt on him with some of our tackles.  Although we aren't making a lot of them, those have made have been hard

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:47 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Credit the defense for holding Baltimore to a field goal there. And, with a big lead, what is the best thing about giving up field goals?

We get to see another Joshua Cribbs runback attempt :D

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Whoever made the tackle on Cribbs on that play better watch it.  He was thrashing around, if any of that had hit Cribbs we'd have had a free 15 yards.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:49 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I think I like this Lewis guy...where'd he come from again?

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Haha! A 28-yard burst by Jamal Lewis off the RIGHT side of the line. I love it!

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
There's the Lewis I wanted to see today.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And that was the Jason Wright I wanted to see all year!

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Now a 16-yard carry by Jason Wright. I love the motions and counters we are running right now to keep Baltimore off guard. Someone has done their homework...

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
The left side of the line came up big on that Wright run...

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I keep waiting to see if Lewis will 'unintentionally " go out of bounds and just happen to crash into Billick on the sideline.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I love this long drive, even if we come away only with 3, our defense is off the field, the opposite of all of last year.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Weird 3rd down formation and an awful throw

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:55 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Not sure I like that 3rd down play

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:55 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
That's the 40-yard field goal I wanted to see last week :(

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Back to a 14 point lead.  I'll take it.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 1:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Good to see the offense answer Baltimore's FG with one of our own...lead back to 14.  Plus, gave our defense some rest.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 1:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
If our defense can stop them on this next drive, we could get up by 3 scores at the half... that would be awesome

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
lmao...Darnell Dinkins gets his revenge on the Ravens! FUMBLE on the kickoff, Browns ball!

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 1:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Our defense is getting so much time to rest and keep cooled down, late in this game its going to make a big difference.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 1:59 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
YEEEEEEEEEEEEHA! Bout time the breaks started going our way.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 1:59 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Into his hands and dropped, what is with our wonky 3rd down formations

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Bank error in your favor.  Collect 3 points.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:02 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
ooh...or 7.  Didn't realize that was a 1st down

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ravens jumped offsides on Dawson's missed 42-yarder. Beautiful.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:02 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Jason Wright is looking like a legit #2 back today.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:05 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Again, the run plays we're running actually look like they were designed with a purpose.

Darn, Lewis had some steam on his first goal line carry, and then got stood up. I want to try and run it with him three more times if needed.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:06 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
3?  So you say go for it on 4th down?  With how well McGahee is running on us, I almost think its not worth the risk.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow...not sure about that TD call.  But I'll take it.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:08 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Im surprised there wasn't a challenge

 Oh, nevermind

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Billick, you were too slow throwing the flag. Baltimore is completely off their game today, and I'm loving it. For the record, Lewis' dangerous extension of the football on the leap was shy of the goal line.

Hey, I'll take it though. Three possession lead right now.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Well, this game is going about 10,000% better than I anticipated.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:13 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
That was the most pathetic thing I've ever seen... what is our defense, a MAC team?

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
That was terrible, terrible tackling.  The Browns defense clearly needs to do some drills focused on shedding the stiff arm.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ugh, big mistakes giving the Ravens points

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:15 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
-Credit to the "guy" who came back to tackle McGahee on his run-around play.
-Credit to the "guy" who just came on the corner blitz.

In both instances, Eric Wright was that guy.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:17 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Who was the "Guy" who just let up that 1st down?  McGahee, by my calculation, has 9.6 yards per carry thus far in the game. That has to stop now

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
You realize we haven't punted all game? wild.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:18 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wish we would've now allowed a first down there, but I like our aggressiveness to blitz again. Let's hope that we can hold Baltimore here to a field goal.

And, when are these tipped passes by our defensive linemen going to start becoming interceptions for our linebackers and/or secondary?

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Given that he will be back playing Safety, maybe it would be good to ahve him now, Heap is hurting us.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow, I just woke up, turned on the Television, and I saw...17-3? Cleveland!?!?!? And they're on the goalline?!?!?! And Jamal Lewsi scored?!!?!? What is the world coming to?!?!?!

by Zorgon on Sep 30, 2007 2:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
s gusy, whatever you do don't cover Todd Heap, its not like he's good or anything.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
That was a generous spot for the Ravens.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Billick's still angry.  Ha ha ha ha.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:23 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Nice redzone pass defense thus far, especially avoiding the interference

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:24 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Big play by Brodney Pool.  Big play.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Another good hold in the "bend but don't break" tradition.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Held them to a field goal...positive news.

I'm actually very nervous about our upcoming possession. Something inside me wants us to kneel it a few times if we don't get a good runback from Cribbs.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:26 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Steinbach out with a stinger...Friedman in.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:28 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Never good to hear that, but better for it to happen when we're up rather than down.

I'm ignorant on a "stinger"...anyone know what the seriousness of that may be?

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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I believe a Stinger is a pinched nerve, so temporary pain.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Yes, a pinched nerve. The pain IS temporary, but it hurts like a flaming little bastard. Had a couple in my career. You can play with one, but it realllllly sucks.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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How long do they last?  Can they reduce the pain during halftime?

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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they can ice it and use some heat therapy, plus an anti-inflammatory would help, In the end though, he'd have to play through the pain to come back.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

WOW
Nice half fellas.
Blogger of Cincy Jungle

by Kirkendall on Sep 30, 2007 2:31 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Is there a SopCast of the game today?

by ploni on Sep 30, 2007 2:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Well, that first half went about as well as I could have hoped (with the exception of the Steinbach injury, but that doesn't seem serious).  I never thought I'd see this much offense against the Ravens.  Nice play-calling and good execution in the first half.  The line has looked great, opening holes and giving Anderson time to throw.  Outside of the dumb throw on the intereception, Anderson has played well.

Our defense needs to make a stand on their first drive of the half.  If they move right down the field and get a TD, they will be right back in the game.  We need to keep the momentum.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 2:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Here's a personal note:

I'm in a Sports Blogs Nation fantasy league. I started the season 2-0, and took a tough loss last week. I'm 2-1, but I'm still ranked as the top team.

Unfortunately this week, I'm in bad shape. My starting running backs, Rudi Johnson and Ahman Green, were both out. On top of that, Calvin Johnson, one of my receivers, was out too.

I was forced to sign Brian Leonard and start him at running back. Since Green was a flex RB/WR for me, I had to sign and start both James Jones and Amani Toomer. Not too good of a fantasy start, considering the Ravens were my fantasy defense too.

I'll have to hope that Tom Brady, Reggie Wayne, and DeShaun Foster bail me out big time later.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:41 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Is there a SopCast of the game today?

by ploni on Sep 30, 2007 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Check this out: http://www.myp2p.eu/NFL.htm

Look for the Browns game under the SopCast category. I believe there are three options. Bookmark this page; it's very useful.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Nice kickoff, Figurs can be a nasty returner (unless he fumbles again :D)

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
That is what our run defense needs to look like

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:44 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And thats the opposite of what our pass defense needs to look like

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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That's not designed to make me feel good.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:45 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Man, i thought we had a pass rush, McNair hasn't been hit all day

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Argh! I can't stand this advancing!

by Zorgon on Sep 30, 2007 2:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Some of our blitzes are too obvious. If I can tell we're blitzing on TV, I'm sure McNair and the Ravens can too.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:48 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Haha...Gannon predicts that the holding penalty will cost the Ravens an opportunity for a TD.  Has he been watching our defense all day?

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 2:49 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I guess he was correct....good job defense.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Actually we're doing pretty solid at preventing the touchdown. In fact we just did it again.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Another bend-not-break stand, great job Brownies!

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:50 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
the football gods are smiling upon the brownies today!

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 2:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
The long overdue Karma is catching up to Art Modell

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
My heart just about jumps out of my mouth everytime Anderson drops back to through.  I'm so used to failure I don't know how to handle a game we are winning!

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Holy crap...how did Winslow make that catch! Nice block by Edwards at the end...a shame it didn't go for six.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 2:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I hope, for K2's sake, he gets a chance to pick up the TD here.  That was a hell of a play.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 2:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Free first down, lets run it up the middle again?

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 2:59 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Bad corner fade toss there.  Lucky it wasn't picked.  Good job by Edwards in getting in there to break it up a bit.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 3:00 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Well that was some crap red zone play calling.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yeah, I didn't like the runs up the middle.  I know Lewis wants some TDs against his old team, but that's not gonna work against the Ravens defense.  Then they wait to pass until third down when they know it's coming.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Damn, would have really liked a TD there, especially for Winslow...he deserved it after that nice catch and run.  BTW, if he doesn't get some All-Pro consideration this year something is wrong.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 3:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Disappointing that we couldn't punch it in there, but in the end this is still a very good Ravens defense that we're facing. Getting three points made this a three touchdown game again, instead of two touchdowns (2pt. on one of them) and a field goal.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
We are just booting it today, I love denying the Ravens any chance to break a big return like we did last weekend.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:03 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Pressure, SACK-no denied, instead they get a big pass play :S

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:08 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Robaire!  Come one man, we had them 3rd and long

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:11 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I had to keep myself from jumping up and dancing on that one.  Big time stop by our Defense, great job stepping up for the first time all season

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
another good job by our silly putty defense.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
So our defense clearly isn't good.  But they have come up with a few big plays today and they have taken advantage of Baltimore's mistakes.  I'll settle for that.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 3:13 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ravens fail to convert on 4th down, Cleveland football!

I swear, it seems like twice today that someone in our secondary is trying to call a timeout, but the referees don't see it. Then, the ball was snapped both times, the Ravens' pass attempt fell incomplete both times.

It's sort of like when I play Madden, and I'm shifting to another defensive player when all of a sudden the computer snaps the ball. I'm stuck in no man's land, hoping for the right thing to happen, and sometimes it does :p

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow that was...that was just fucking HUGE.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And then Lewis turned on the burners and got a nice run on 1st down to set us up 2nd and short going into the 4th quarter

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Keep it up guys, we've shattered the DBN record for comments in a post, with over 200 before the start of the fourth quarter.

Another side note guys: remember Andre Davis? So far today, he has five catches, 117 yards, and a touchdown for Houston.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:17 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow, thanks for that. Hey, I've got this paper cut, maybe you could pour some lemon juice and salt into it.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Wow, impressive play by Scott, that was almost very very bad

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:18 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Offense sputtered to a stop on that drive.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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That was another dumb, 'I'm staring at the reciever I'm going to throw to,' move by Anderson.  Lucky it didn't cost us 6.  

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 3:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Was that our first punt?  Um... our first punt against the Ravens came in the 4th quarter.  Let that just sink in

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Another break for the Browns today.

And, when Scott Player's number was finally called, he came through with a great punt. The Browns seem destined to win today.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
This drive really needs to come to an end

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:24 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Be careful what you wish for...It'd be nice to come back and bury them with a nice drive now.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Crap, yet another 3rd down conversion. Nice try by Peek though

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:27 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Well, that was way too easy.  Our bend-but-don't-break defense finally broke.  We need a long drive and a score on offense to put this game away.  I hope they don't go conservative with three runs up the middle and a punt.  This game isn't over yet.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 3:31 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ravens finally put a touchdown on the board. They used some clock, but have put themselves in position for a POSSIBLE tie if Anderson throws a pick six at some point in the fourth quarter.

This will be the most interesting and scrutinized set of play calls for Chudzinski coming up.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:31 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Hopefully we can put together a sustained 4-5 minute drive here and get at least 3.  We do that we win the game.

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:31 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yes!  Throw on first down.  I like it!

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 3:34 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
1st down!!!!

Nice play calling, now lets HAUL THE MAIL!!!!

by Zorgon on Sep 30, 2007 3:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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nice pass. Need to roll on down the field now.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
and now we punt after taking only about 2 minutes off the clock

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Well THAT went well. Exactly the opposite of what needed to happen.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Ok, not the best offensive drive, but we took enough time off the clock and got into good enough field position to set up what should be a decent punt here.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
We haven't sacked McNair, is Wimbley even playing today?

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Uh oh, this doesn't bode well. Not sure our D can handle an effective no-huddle.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Huge time for Wimbley to come through, resulting in intentional grounding.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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And now false start, back another 5 yards

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Theres Wimbley. HA! clipping. Don't see that called all that much.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
If they go for it and convert, I'm gonna punch a puppy.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:49 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
The challenge doesnt matter, even if it was complete it was short of the first

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:51 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
The Ravens challenge here is interesting. There's a shot the referees could say he was down by contact if they feel he had possession while coming down.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
I meant to also say it wouldn't have mattered either way. Browns football, and we're going to run out the clock basically.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Sweet, cost them a timeout too. Suck that down, Billick you giant foreheaded bastard.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Victory, oh sweet victory.  Now I can leave the office on time instead of hanging around late to see the end of the game...

 Phew

by Estonianzulu on Sep 30, 2007 3:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
2-1 in the AFC North.  That's what I like.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yup, the only thing better than 2 wins is two division wins.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 3:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Yes.....I can feel the playoffs coming....

by Zorgon on Sep 30, 2007 4:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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If you had told me before the season that we'd be 2-2 after the first four games, I'd be happy.  Of course, I can't help but thinking that we're just a timeout away from being 3-1.  Ah well, let's just enjoy this one.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 4:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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Gee, I didn't really think I was crying.  Just mentioning.  I guess I should have added "ah well, let's enjoy this one" at the end of my statement.  Oh, wait, I did.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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My point wasn't to jump on you, but rather to echo your sentiments.  I feel the same way.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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Guess I took that the wrong way, then.  My apologies.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 4:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
And its final, boys and girls. Just another Browns victory.

by BringBackKosar on Sep 30, 2007 4:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Some interesting stats:

Passes attempted: Anderson - 18, McNair - 53
Yards per carry: Lewis - 2.8, McGahee 7.4

The scoreboard looks like a dominant victory but the stats don't show that.  This game was about getting up early on some turnovers and then holding on with a bend-but-don't-break defense.  I didn't realize that Anderson only attempted 18 passes (with only 10 completions) until I saw the box score.  It might not have been pretty, but it was a win.  And we're back to .500 (and 2-1 in the division).

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 4:18 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
30 seconds is the difference between where the Browns are right now and being... THREE AND ONE WITH A THREE GAME WINNING STREAK

Those nine words kept rattling through my head as the game clock was winding down.  I hope those same words keep going through the players' minds, and they feed off of it going into next week

by Casey Jones on Sep 30, 2007 4:51 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Is it just me, or was Kevin Harlan doing his best Marv Albert impression, right down to the back-biting commentary and the all-too-nasal vocal pattern?

by Casey Jones on Sep 30, 2007 5:00 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Now that you mention it, I think you're on to something.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 6:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Touchdown Cardinals. Score is now tied at 7-7.

I gotta visit a Cowboys message board to get some laughs now. I'm sure half of the fans are pissed again that they won't be getting a top draft pick anymore :D

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 6:04 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
All you Buckeye fans better suck up your pride and thank Steven Breaston...he just returned a punt 73 yards to give the Cardinals a touchdown lead over the Steelers.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 6:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Not to mention the fact that the Steelers TD was scored by Santonio Holmes.

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 6:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Steelers trying to rally...very quick drive and another TD to Holmes, 21-14 with under two minutes to play.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 7:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Looking ahead towards next week...obviously the Pats have been steamrolled all their oponents thus far, but we at least get them after a short practice week for them.

by APV on Sep 30, 2007 7:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
Just a funny note: of all people RALPH BROWN had the interception that officially sealed the Steelers' loss.

Next week, I'm expecting the Browns to get beaten pretty bad, by about two or three possessions. The Patriots really are in a class of their own.

However, with the offensive potential we've show, there at least a possibility that we could make some noise at some point in the game.

by Chris Pokorny on Sep 30, 2007 8:26 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
From the AP article on the game, it seem that we have a convert from That School Up North:
Braylon Edwards couldn't contain his excitement. This was a Sunday to let loose.

As energized Browns fans broke into Ohio State's signature "O-H-I-O" sing-a-long, raising their arms overhead to form each letter in the fourth quarter, Edwards, a Michigan man through and through, joined in.

"I was definitely doing it," Edwards admitted. "This is Ohio. This is my residence. This is where I play football. This is where I earn my paycheck. This is the city I've adopted and the one that has adopted me. I don't mind doing O-H-I-O. I don't believe it just pertains to Ohio State.

"Cleveland," he said, "is in Ohio."

Go Browns and Go Bucks!!

by Buckeye Brad on Sep 30, 2007 8:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Re: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
"Cleveland," he said, "is in Ohio."

Yet another example of a fine Michigan education.

by BringBackKosar on Oct 1, 2007 1:15 AM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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