Baltimore Ravens are looking forward to come back to the new season with extra strenght.Without Doubt, after cutting Jamal Lewis for legal issues, Ravens lost one of the central running backs in the league and his absence will obviously noticed. lost not only Jamal Lewis, but also the line back Adalius Thomas.
Whatever they lose, the ravens still have strength to go through 2007 season. But, what is still ununderstood is how the new offense will work together. The leadership of the offense will be given to Quarterback Steve McNair after his coming back even if his age is into question. Despite that McNair threw over 3,000 yards with a completion percentage of 63.7%, McNair also only threw just 16 touch down passes against 12 interceptions. For the Ravens, to put a legitimate offense McNair will have to improve his touchdown total. However, after the departure of Jamal Lewis, the Ravens have filled the empty position by bringing Willis McGhee. Even if the latter has not proven his talents especially at this position as he was mediocre at the best while playing for Buffalo with 990 yard and six touchdowns in 14 games. And he caught last year only 18 passes of the backfield. McGhee's health too comes into question because he bent his knee in the wrong direction and it has been an issue while playing in Miami. But, most still believe that McGhee is a talented player. Moreover, because of his age, wide receiver Derick Mason's age is questionable and his abilities are unproven. Especially after he had appeared humbly last year in the league. Playing in all 16 games, Mason had just 68 catches for 750 yards and two touchdowns. Someone who emerged as a talented wide receiver was Mark Clayton. And many are expecting a wonderful season from him. After a slow start, he had 67 catches for 939 yards with five touchdowns. Covering the tight end is Todd Heap. He's is considered the 'new age' tight end. Heap does more than catch the occasional pass. He plays like a wide receiver and in this offense he has proven that he is just as dangerous, if not more so, than Derrick Mason or Mark Clayton. That all being said, the Baltimore Ravens have a stacked defense. The Ravens defense is one of the main reasons that the Ravens went an incredible 13-3 last season. Defensively, many eyes will be on fourth year pro Jarret Johnson, who will take over at outside linebacker for free agent defection Adalius Thomas. Of course, losing Thomas will hurt, with Trevor Pryce up at the front, Bart Scott, Ray Lewis, and Terrell Suggs at LB and Chris McAlister, Ed Reed, and Samarie Rolle in the secondary, the Ravens will win games with this defense. Also, despite Rolle's disappointing performance last year, if he is healthy, look for a good season from Rolle.
Despite a lot of predictions, many are expecting a good season from the Baltimore Ravens. And without doubt they'll do the possible to take good position in the league. And The Ravens still have a great deal of fans who's ceaseless love for their best team. There's only one thing disturbs the Baltimore, and most of the teams of the league. It's the prices of tickets. They become sky high and most are missing some games. But you may compare ticket prices for FREE at Ticketwood.com. Before booking a seat, compare prices, for all major events, including sports, concerts, theatre...and more:
