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[BSLChrisStoner]

Balt Sun: Ravens’ young receivers continue to shine in well-attended open practice at M&T Bank Stadium | NOTES

[PrimeTime]

With the reports of Andre Smith struggling early in camp, so so at best play from Tyre Phillips and the anxious wait for Stanley to get back on the field, I think we may need to make a move to address OT depth.

The big names left are Russell Okung and Mitchell Schwartz. Both have had some injury concerns in recent years, so perhaps they can be had on a cheaper deal? We would still probably have to do some restructuring after the Justin Houston deal.

[Biggsy]

With the reports of Andre Smith struggling early in camp, so so at best play from Tyre Phillips and the anxious wait for Stanley to get back on the field, I think we may need to make a move to address OT depth.

The big names left are Russell Okung and Mitchell Schwartz. Both have had some injury concerns in recent years, so perhaps they can be had on a cheaper deal? We would still probably have to do some restructuring after the Justin Houston deal.

I doubt you see anyone brought in barring injury. They'll roll with Villanueva, Mekari and Phillips. Both Phillips and Mekari offer the ability to play RT or either guard spot. With limited cap space I'll be surprised if they bring in any more depth there.

[Mike B]

With the reports of Andre Smith struggling early in camp, so so at best play from Tyre Phillips and the anxious wait for Stanley to get back on the field, I think we may need to make a move to address OT depth.

The big names left are Russell Okung and Mitchell Schwartz. Both have had some injury concerns in recent years, so perhaps they can be had on a cheaper deal? We would still probably have to do some restructuring after the Justin Houston deal.

I am not sure they were counting on Smith anyway,

[Biggsy]

If you have COVID thoughts related to the Ravens, have at it. Otherwise, let's move on.

I agree. No point in going around in circles.

[PrimeTime]

I doubt you see anyone brought in barring injury. They'll roll with Villanueva, Mekari and Phillips. Both Phillips and Mekari offer the ability to play RT or either guard spot. With limited cap space I'll be surprised if they bring in any more depth there.

You're most likely correct but I'm nervous about Stanley getting back on the field and Villanueva flipping sides. I'm hopeful and the potential is there but if we have any injuries at tackle, we're in trouble.

[Slidemaster]

I'm a little late to the party regarding Jackson not getting vaccinated, but I'd like to retract my previous comments about not judging him to be stupid or selfish. He is absolutely stupid and selfish if he's not getting himself vaccinated. That's a hill I'd be willing to die on. It is absolutely INSANE to me that NFL players are willing to take the risk of permanent brain and bodily injury by playing this game for their entire lives, and they're too scared to take a vaccine that has a negative reaction rate in the hundredths of one percent.

He is a transcendent talent and I will root for him for as long as he's in a Ravens uniform, but my respect for him is in the toilet at this point, and considering that Covid is absolutely not going away and how severe the long term side-effects can be, I would think long and hard if I were the EDC about whether this was the guy I wanted to build my future around. He's already gotten Covid twice in 9 months, and he could be robbed of his elite athleticism by an infection at any time.

I genuinely can't believe how absurdly stupid it is that the best and most important player on the team is repeatedly getting covid because he won't vaccinate himself.

If I sound pretty emotional about this, I am. I have several older relatives (including my own mother), that have been so brainwashed by anti-vaccination propaganda that they fear the vaccine far more than Covid, despite having heart and kidney problems that would make them prime candidates for serious disease or death. I'm preparing myself for that eventuality this year, and my patience for people who won't get vaccinated is at an all-time low.

[russsnyder]

I'm a little late to the party regarding Jackson not getting vaccinated, but I'd like to retract my previous comments about not judging him to be stupid or selfish. He is absolutely stupid and selfish if he's not getting himself vaccinated. That's a hill I'd be willing to die on. It is absolutely INSANE to me that NFL players are willing to take the risk of permanent brain and bodily injury by playing this game for their entire lives, and they're too scared to take a vaccine that has a negative reaction rate in the hundredths of one percent.

He is a transcendent talent and I will root for him for as long as he's in a Ravens uniform, but my respect for him is in the toilet at this point, and considering that Covid is absolutely not going away and how severe the long term side-effects can be, I would think long and hard if I were the EDC about whether this was the guy I wanted to build my future around. He's already gotten Covid twice in 9 months, and he could be robbed of his elite athleticism by an infection at any time.

I genuinely can't believe how absurdly stupid it is that the best and most important player on the team is repeatedly getting covid because he won't vaccinate himself.

If I sound pretty emotional about this, I am. I have several older relatives (including my own mother), that have been so brainwashed by anti-vaccination propaganda that they fear the vaccine far more than Covid, despite having heart and kidney problems that would make them prime candidates for serious disease or death. I'm preparing myself for that eventuality this year, and my patience for people who won't get vaccinated is at an all-time low.

Truly sorry that your mom has serious health issues.

[You Play to Win the Game]

If I sound pretty emotional about this, I am. I have several older relatives (including my own mother), that have been so brainwashed by anti-vaccination propaganda that they fear the vaccine far more than Covid, despite having heart and kidney problems that would make them prime candidates for serious disease or death. I'm preparing myself for that eventuality this year, and my patience for people who won't get vaccinated is at an all-time low.

Very sorry to hear this. I'm in a similar situation with most of my family. It's heartbreaking, and just awful to have to live with such anticipation. Hang in there. Hope for the best. There isn't a deep enough pit in hell for those responsible for politicizing and making "cool" anti vax, or covid is the flu, etc. Pure evil.

[Huddle It Up Films]

I'm really sorry to hear about that too Slide. I can't pretend to agree with every word you said in your post. But I 100% respect your opinion and I can relate a little bit to the last paragraph about your family. Your frustration and anger are completely understandable.

 

My Dad is the practically the only family I have and the only one I talk to. He's 77 and a hardcore Republican, very partisan. I was really worried he wouldn't get the shot because of his political beliefs but he did. He's pretty active, takes walks and shops at the stores with cash, old school style. I swear, he'll argue Red about anything and complain about Blue any chance he gets. He's really harsh to me when I agree with the Left's stance on certain issues. We can't talk about anything without him getting political. But he's been level headed about the pandemic. He skipped 2020 Thanksgiving (where it's only me, my wife and two boys), wears a mask and takes it seriously. I'm really proud and surprised. If he goes soon at least I'll feel at peace.

 

Praying for you and your family Slide. Just reading that brought on big time empathy. I wish there was something else I could say to show my support.

[TwentyThirtyFive]

I sympathize with having loved ones who are too caught up in the politics of Covid but ultimately its on adults to make adult choices.

[TwentyThirtyFive]

I'm really sorry to hear about that too Slide. I can't pretend to agree with every word you said in your post. But I 100% respect your opinion and I can relate a little bit to the last paragraph about your family. Your frustration and anger are completely understandable.

My Dad is the practically the only family I have and the only one I talk to. He's 77 and a hardcore Republican, very partisan. I was really worried he wouldn't get the shot because of his political beliefs but he did. He's pretty active, takes walks and shops at the stores with cash, old school style. I swear, he'll argue Red about anything and complain about Blue any chance he gets. He's really harsh to me when I agree with the Left's stance on certain issues. We can't talk about anything without him getting political. But he's been level headed about the pandemic. He skipped 2020 Thanksgiving (where it's only me, my wife and two boys), wears a mask and takes it seriously. I'm really proud and surprised. If he goes soon at least I'll feel at peace.

Praying for you and your family Slide. Just reading that brought on big time empathy. I wish there was something else I could say to show my support.

Thats the thing. I live in a deeply red area. Know some Republicans who got the vaccine and others who "will never get it". I will say though the ones who did get it tend to be older.


Also sorry Stoner.

[The Epic]

I'm a little late to the party regarding Jackson not getting vaccinated, but I'd like to retract my previous comments about not judging him to be stupid or selfish. He is absolutely stupid and selfish if he's not getting himself vaccinated. That's a hill I'd be willing to die on. It is absolutely INSANE to me that NFL players are willing to take the risk of permanent brain and bodily injury by playing this game for their entire lives, and they're too scared to take a vaccine that has a negative reaction rate in the hundredths of one percent.
 

 

I want to reiterate my "smart people make stupid decisions" point. I mean we've railed on Harbaugh for some extremely boneheaded stuff but I don't think anybody questions his overall intelligence.

 

I've been spending my time trying to convince a bunch of my friends (and my sister, who eventually got the vaccine) that no, this is not like Tuskegee and no, they are not "trying to get you." People would crawl over broken glass for this vaccine around the world. I just don't get it. 

 

It really seems more likely that the hesitant people have to see someone get -really- sick or die before they get the vaccine. Maybe that's just based on social media musings but it looks like a pretty common occurrence. Like when certain people suddenly start caring about causes when a loved one gets cancer or heart disease or Parkinson's. 

 

I'm so sorry you have to deal with that, dude.

[Mike in STL]

BSL: Recapping the Ravens First Week of Camp

https://baltimorespo...t-week-of-camp/

 

I know there is a lot of fluff out there, a lot of small sample looks, hot takes. Things getting overblown in the excitement of having something to judge with our eyes again, even if it is shorts and shells. I'll try to avoid too much of that, and give what appears to be items of importance, and quotes straight from the players and coaches. 

 

Picking out the highlights of the week that was. I'll look to recap each week. leading up to the end of camp.

[The Epic]

That play where Bateman beats Marlon...man...right into my veins. Beautiful.

[Slidemaster]

I appreciate the support several of you posted. Apologies for derailing the topic momentarily- this is just a hot button subject for me given the circumstances and I wish Lamar would do the right thing and protect himself and put his team first.

[Mike in STL]

That play where Bateman beats Marlon...man...right into my veins. Beautiful.

The separation happens so fast not by being fast, but the crispness of the move and the route. Think we’ll see plenty more of that. And if the safety cheats that way, opens up the seam for Andrews, Hollywood…

[You Play to Win the Game]

That play where Bateman beats Marlon...man...right into my veins. Beautiful.

Where? I need this in my life.

[Mike in STL]

Where? I need this in my life.

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[jamesdean]

Is Bateman hurt?  I heard something on the Fan this morning that he left the field early.