Shots Heard 'Round The Web - Patriots Links 6/04/09
Pats Pulpit — ... why the NFL will miss Rodney Harrison. But all you had to do was turn on the film and watch this guy play football the right way — even after the whistle had blown. He was a technician, he played with intensity and he definitely intimidated every player he came across — and I wanted to model that. He didn’t have the overall skills of a guy like my former teammate Sean Taylor, or the ball-hawking ability of an Ed Reed, or even the overall game of a Troy Polamalu, but what ...

2009 Colts Mini-Camp: The Defense
Stampede Blue — ... good special teams player but he hasn't shown much ability to cover anyone. One to Watch: Jerraud Powers On the Hot Seat: Michael Coe and Dante Hughes   Safeties Like the cornerback position, the Colts are stacked at safety. Like the DE position, they have two starters who are Pro Bowlers. Bob Sanders and Antoine Bethea could be the best safety tandem in football. Bob, when healthy, is the best safety, period. Ed Reed and Troy Polamalu are great players, but neither has Bob's ...

Polian-Era Colts Draft History: First Round Picks
Stampede Blue — ... Review: No one would take back this pick.  Freeney is the most dominant 4-3 pass rusher.  3-4 pass rushing inflates sacks with the advantage of standing up, and that overshadows Freeney's amazing performance as a 4-3 pass rusher whose numbers are comparable to some of the top 3-4 pass rushers.  Ed Reed, ...

Could Chris Johnson really be the most exciting player in the NFL?
Music City Miracles — During a recent Players Roundtable on NFL Network, Jamie Dukes picked Ray Lewis, Deion Sanders picked Ed Reed, Marshall Faulk picked Peyton Manning and Warren Sapp picked Chris Johnson as the most exciting player in the National Football League. "There's no money time except playoff time. And I watched Baltimore come in there with that defense, and this kid just looked like he was on another level...I mean we were talking about Tennessee needing a home-run ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... ST&NO Outlook - I believe that the Ravens overachieved in 2008, and I expect them to take a step backwards to 8-8 or 9-7 this season.  I didn't address the loss of Bart Scott in either of the two categories above, but I think it will hurt the interior of the defense.  I also think the only above-average player in the secondary now is Ed Reed, and that portends for trouble.  I do like the promotion of Greg Mattison to defensive coordinator.  He worked as co-Defensive Coordinator at the University of Florida for 3 years, which ...

Polian-Era Colts Draft History: Second Round Picks
Stampede Blue — ... Today: When healthy, Sanders is the best safety in the NFL.  He is up there with Ed Reed and Troy Polomalu.  However, he has only had two healthy seasons, and those were amazing.  In both 2005 and 2007 he made the Pro Bowl and the All-Pro team.  In 2007 he was the Defensive Player of the Year.  His nagging injuries have kept him from becoming one of the best players in the league.  It seems that it is every other year, so hopefully he is healthy in 2009.  His style of play puts him in a position where he ...

Land of the Giants: Injuries frustrate TC
Big Blue View — ... "I'm not Ed Reed, but I feel I can make those same plays," Phillips said of his fellow former Miami Hurricanes safety. "You're a rookie and you don't want to go out there and start running around and trying to do stuff when you're not even starting. I was a little hesitant, but this year, I'm all in." ...

Around the AFC East, Week 5: New York Jets
Buffalo Rumblings — ... typically show flashes of promise and lead you to believe they can become something if they can bring it consistently. Gholston showed absolutely nothing in his rookie year - not one sack from a guy considered a one-dimensional pass rusher coming out. He looked like he was playing in quicksand. He does not own many moves, and his Combine athleticism does not appear to translate to pads and a helmet. Ryan compared Gholston to Suggs, but he also compared Eric Smith to Ed Reed. I tend to think the analogies are equally off the wall. ...

All-Decade Defense: Urlacher Gets Featured
Windy City Gridiron — ... Warren Sapp, Tampa Bay/Oakland DT: Kris Jenkins, Carolina/N.Y. Jets DE: Jason Taylor, Miami/Washington LB: Derrick Brooks, Tampa Bay LB: Ray Lewis, Baltimore LB: Brian Urlacher, Chicago CB: Champ Bailey, Washington/Denver CB: Troy Vincent: Phil./Mia./Buff./Wash. S: Ed Reed, Baltimore S: Troy Polamalu, Pittsburgh ...

NFL All-Decade Defense
Baltimore Beatdown — ... making the list. DE: Michael Strahan, N.Y. Giants, DT: Warren Sapp, Tampa Bay/Oakland DT: Kris Jenkins, Carolina/N.Y. Jets DE: Jason Taylor, Miami/Washington LB: Derrick Brooks, Tampa Bay LB: Ray Lewis, Baltimore LB: Brian Urlacher, Chicago CB: Champ Bailey, Washington/Denver CB: Troy Vincent: Phil./Mia./Buff./Wash. S: Ed Reed, Baltimore S: Troy Polamalu, Pittsburgh It ...

Eric Smith Hangs Tough
Gang Green Nation — ... "Ed Reed, that’s what it reminded me of," Ryan said "But, he’s really pushing. He really is. When you look at it on paper, you’ve got Jim Leonhard and ...

Baltimore Ravens - Greatest Rookie Seasons
Baltimore Beatdown — ... Clayton (2005) 44 receptions, 471 yards, 2-TD NOTE: Travis Taylor (2000) came in second with 28/276/3 and Todd Heap (2001) just behind him with 16/206/1. Sacks: Terrell Suggs (2003) 12.0 NOTE: Suggs just barely beat out Peter Boulware (1997), who finished with 11.5 sacks. Interceptions:  Thre was a four-way tie for this category, so here are the guys listed in order of return yardage: Ed Reed (2002) 5 for 167 yards, 0-TD Dawan Landry (2006) 5 ...

BTSC Steelers Daily Six Pack- Polamalu Is Wicked Smart Edition
Behind the Steel Curtain — ... mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} IX- According the the players of the AFC North the smartest player in the division is non other than the Tasmanian Devil himself, Troy Polamalu.  Ravens safety Ed Reed was overwhelmingly chosen as the all around best player in the division with ...

Safeties: Yes, They're Important
Canal Street Chronicles — ... the secondary would capitalize on rushed throws.  They could only do this because of Ronnie Lott, who played a deep centerfield zone and watched the quarterback’s eyes, waiting for the play.  Covering sideline to sideline, he not only covered the pass better than any free safety since him, he also dealt crushing blows to the run game.  In 1986, Ronnie Lott amassed 10 interceptions, 2 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and led the team in tackles—all in 14 games.  Ed Reed, by comparison, has only had one 70-tackle season and has never ...

Ed Reed Leads List of NFL Network's Top 5 Safeties
Baltimore Beatdown — ... up with the Top 5 Safeties in the NFL than former safety (and cornerback), as well as former Baltimore Raven (and Pittsburgh Steelers) Rod Woodson?  Woodson, now with the NFL Network, disected the position as well as the transition from corner to safety, the differences therein, and lays out his opinions of the best in the league. While he leaves out a couple of really good ones, the top two are not in question, as the Steelers' Troy Polamalu and the Ravens' Ed Reed have a stranglehold on the position. Technically, both ...

Ranking the Colts Positional Units
Stampede Blue — ... I cannot stress how close #2 and #1 are.  Both of the starters have been Pro Bowlers.  When healthy, Bob Sanders is in the top tier of safeties along with Ed Reed and Troy Polomalu.  The 2007 Defensive Player of the Year has battled injury because he throws his small 5-8 body all over the field.  Hopefully with a better run defense he won't be needed to stop the run and can actually stay healthy.  Antoine Bethea is one of my favorite players when he is not trying to tackle.  His tackling technique is pretty embarrassing and is ...

46 Part I
Dawgs By Nature — ... 3-5 years ago) Probable Brown playing the position: Abe Elam "Weak" or "Free" Safety: The weakside safety lines up about 8-10 yards off the line of scrimmage, and can be anywhere from the center to the weakside offensive tackle, horizontally speaking. Desired Skills: "centerfielder", ball-hawking, coverage, tackling.  Ability to hold up in man coverage like a CB a definite plus.  Needs to be a good actor. NFL ideal: Ed Reed, Ravens Probable Brown playing the position: ...

The Linc - NFL going soft? Redskins no threat? & the "State of Champions"
Bleeding Green Nation — ... a hometown touch. NFL Videos: Top 10: Dance moves In honor of the great Michael Jackson, NFL Network counts down the top ten dances. McNabb makes the list. NFL: Are the rule-makers making the game "soft"? - ESPN Some of the NFL's safeguards have gone too far, and its appeal is at risk Ray Didinger's NFL Mailbag – July 8 Ray DIddy talks about why the Redskins aren't a threat and why he prefers Brian Dawkins to Ed Reed.

Pessimistic Team Preview
Gang Green Nation — ... might be great, but being a true facsimile of Ed Reed means being legendary. The acclaimed fifth-year pro is not legendary. ...

The St. Louis Rams' likely cost for keeping Atogwe
Turf Show Times — ... a long-term deal, not the least of which is the fact that he'd be a Restricted Free Agent again next season, making much less money in the prime earning years of his career.  Atogwe and the Rams were reportedly not close enough on a long-term deal to get it done by the July 15 deadline. How far apart they remain only Atogwe and Demoff (and a few others) know, but there are three free safeties who have signed deals in recent years that offer good comparisons. Ed Reed There might not be a better safety in the game today ...

Rex Talks Receivers
Gang Green Nation — ... Someone currently on the roster? "Currently on the roster, we’ll see," Ryan said. "I could be wrong, that’s why I’m not going to say the name right now in case he can’t catch when the pads are on, we don’t want him." Give this regime one thing. It stays on message and makes you think they're totally confident with everybody on the roster. Kellen Clemens and Brett Ratliff were a great tandem. Eric Smith is Ed Reed. Vernon Gholston is Terrell Suggs. Now this. ...

10 things you need to know about the New England Patriots in 2009:
Pats Pulpit — ... You can’t teach speed.  These two guys have it in spades.  Both love to hit, they love to knock helmets off.  What’s the best substitute for not having Ed Reed on the Patriot’s roster?  How about having two Ed Reeds?  That is what Chung and Meriweather will be considered in less than three seasons.  Chung starts almost immediately and becomes a fan favorite.  Chung is a psycho, watch for his pushups on the sidelines while waiting for the offense to do their job.  Sometimes you just know about a ...

The Top Five Second Guess New York Jets Roster Moves This Decade
Gang Green Nation — ... address the position. If only the Jets had been willing to pay that $1 million, they could have avoided this. 3. The Justin McCareins trade: The Jets needed a starting wide receiver. Terry Bradway gave up a second round pick for a guy who couldn't catch a cold and got progressively worse in each of his four seasons in New York. The same offseason, Baltimore was willing to part with a second round pick for Terrell Owens. 2. Bryan Thomas over Ed Reed: It's tough to go crazy over misses in the Draft. ...

Ravens Training Camp: Wednesday PM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — The afternoon session in Westminster was a bit more subdued than the morning one. As the day moved towards the end, some of the veterans began to trickle in to say hello to the coaches and other players. We saw LB Jarret Johnson, safeties Ed Reed and Haruki Nakamura, WR Marcus Smith and DT Justin Bannan on the field in shorts. Veteran CB Samari Rolle made an appearance in uniform, but just seemed to be stretching and not participating. I overheard one of the defensive line coaches laughing, ...

Ravens Training Camp: Friday AM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... in the flat, who runs down the sidelines in front of the fans, and is met by Ed Reed, who is wearing the red (no contact) jersey. Clayton beats ...

Ravens Training Camp: Friday PM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... with Ed Reed in the vicinity looking for the interception. Next Reed snuck up to the line of scrimmage to blitz Flacco and would have had a sack in an actual game as he came in unblocked. Flacco hit a short pass to ...

A Difference Between Rex Ryan and Eric Mangini
Gang Green Nation — ... He disguises coverages about as well as almost anyone outside of Ed Reed in this league. We were playing a Cover-2 over there and he’s all the way behind the numbers, so there’s no way he’s going to get to the middle of the field. Sure enough, by the time [Clemens] sees his route get open, there’s Leonhard. He’s that kind of guy. ...

Ravens Training Camp: Monday Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... Troy to Harper for a 20 yard TD pass over the middle and then Flacco to D-Will from the same distance in front of Ed Reed at the goal line. Troy hits Parmele, who is then horse-collared by ...

New York Jets Safety Kerry Rhodes – Unleashed!
Gang Green Nation — ... Now with "Bragosaurus" Rex Ryan at the helm, expect to see more of the familiar flashes of greatness Jets fans have come to know and love from Rhodes. Under Ryan, we can expect to see more "Ed Reed" like play from Kerry who has more help on the field this season in the forms of former Baltimore Raven ...

Ravens Training Camp: Wednesday AM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... "Jump" for reports of 11-on-11 drills: In 11-on11 drills, QB Joe Flacco swings a pass to Ray Rice, who hustles downfield for a nice gain. Next he hits Demetrius Williams over the middle on a quick hit in front of Frank Walker. A handoff up the middle to FB LeRon McClain nets a couple of yards at most. Flacco throws a screen pass to McClain in the flat that fooled the defense as Joe looked them to his right before throwing left. Note: In Ed Reed's absence, Haruki Nakamura is teamed up at safety with ...

Smartline-8/5
Gang Green Nation — ... valuable resource for Kris Jenkins and Shaun Ellis learning the scheme. Don't overlook how much having a former Ryan player at every level of the defense (Douglas on the line, Bart Scott at linebacker, and Jim Leonhard in the secondary) will help the transition. These guys are basically like extra coaches. Video: NY Jets coach praises the ability of tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson - NJ.com I know Rex is prone to hyperbole (Eric Smith is Ed Reed), but his comments on D'Brickashaw Ferguson are worth ...

Butch Davis Talks About Recruiting Portis, Moss, and Sean Taylor (Part II)
Hogs Haven — ... a class. HH: Man...I bet that 2001 Miami team could have beat the bottom third of the NFL that year. I don't know about that but they were pretty gifted. When you go to training camp if you would, please say hello to Clinton and Santana, I'd appreciate it. OK, so the 2001 Miami roster, which won the National Championship, included: Willis McGahee, Najeh Davenport, Andre Johnson,  Antrel Rolle, Ed Reed, Sean Taylor, Clinton Portis,  Philip Buchanon, Frank ...

Can't believe I missed Snoop Dogg!!!
Baltimore Beatdown — ... guest of Baltimore Ravens' Ray Lewis, legendary hip hop rapper Snoop Dogg was at Ravens Training Camp this morning! I chose to skip today's Camp to do some "real" work for a change. Figures that would be the day and time a true star would be in da' house! Snoop led cheers from the huddle at the end of practice, using Ray's "..any dawgs in the house?" routine. He then met the media with Ray at his side. Snoop is a big Steelers fan, although he said that Ed Reed is his second favorite player. My son called me this morning ...

Ravens Training Camp: Friday AM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... stretch of plays as Troy Smith and the 2nd team offense comes in. The defenses, be it the 1st or 2nd teams are looking tough! Troy's first pass is batted down at the line but then he hits Justin Harper down the sideline for a 70 yard TD pass that Harper reels in one-handed beating Tom Zbikowski into the end zone as Troy and the other wideouts run down to congratulate him. Joe throws incomplete to Kelly Washington, covered by Domonique Foxworth, as Ed Reed covers Mason. After the play, Reed yells, "we know you like a ...

Distress at Receiver
Gang Green Nation — ... the players. There were four drops -- rookie WR Britt Davis (two), rookie TE Jack Simmons and Washington. Afterward, Rex Ryan admitted that no one has emerged in the battle for the No. 2 receiver job. They need a veteran. Former Giants WR Amani Toomer would've been worth a look, but he signed with the Chiefs. That's surely bad news. Rex is a guy who never wants to display outward weakness. He's compared Eric Smith to Ed Reed and told us he'd be comfortable with Brett Ratliff ...

NFC West Roundtable: Safety
Field Gulls — ... from the season retrospectives I did on Deon Grant and Brian Russell. See, I'm already late to leaving and need to hit the road. So forgive me this shortcut and I'll try to reward you with detailed training camp analysis. Arizona Cardinals Blogger: cgolden The Arizona Cardinals safeties are a talented and accomplished group led by two time Pro Bowler, yet still under appreciated, Adrian Wilson. While guys like Ed Reed, Troy Polamalu and Bob Sanders get all the glory, Wilson has ...

Ravens Training Camp: Saturday Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... , who weaves his way downfield like Ed Reed does. Webb breaks up two straight passes, both intended for Wheelwright from Troy. Flacco throws a bullet that Smith catches while sliding on his knees. ...

Inside The Ravens PR Department With Patrick Gleason
Baltimore Beatdown — ... PG: The guy I love to watch more than anybody is Ed Reed.Just because being around him on a daily basis, you see how much hard work he puts in, the studying he does, he goes out on the field and makes those plays. Like the 107 yard return for a touchdown against Philadelphia, it's unbelievable. There's no question that he is arguably the premier player in the NFL, or one of them, the top five. What he's able to do on the field, it's an absolute pleasure to watch him each Sunday, it's amazing. In terms of a guy, we've got a great group of guys ...

'Football Outsiders' Breaks Down the 2009 Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Beatdown — ... either; it's league-wide. The top 50 scoring defenses from 1995 through 2007 scored an average of 35 defensive points in their big year. In the following season, they scored an average of 14.8 defensive points. Compare that to the 50 defenses that scored the fewest points over the same timeframe; in their scoring-free year, they averaged only 2.4 defensive points, but in the year after that, they averaged 14.2 points -- almost exactly as many as the "great" scoring defenses. Having Ed Reed helps, but you can't count on a team scoring a whole bunch of ...

Ravens Training Camp: Tuesday AM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... Kelley Washington. Flacco throws a bomb that traveled over 50 yards in the air before Washington ran under it and reached out before falling to the ground to haul in the deep pass amid cheers from another huge crown in attendance. Joe also hit Todd Heap over the middle for a 20 yard TD and even Troy Smith got in on the TD action with a 20 yarder down the sidelines to a wide open Justin Harper. It was nice to see safety Ed Reed in full pads and without the red (no contact) jersey. Tavares ...

Now There's a War of Words With Baltimore
Gang Green Nation — ... he's brought to our team. So, we will hold that number back this year. That's one we'll hold back."   Again, Rex isn't with the Ravens. I don't get why he has to involve himself in this. If it meant that much to him, he could have stayed in Baltimore and kept a rookie from getting number 99. He can make sure something similar doesn't happen in New York. Who is Michael McCrary anyway? It's not like we're talking about Ray Lewis or Ed Reed here. Harbaugh just comes off a lot better here. He's the anti ...

Ravens Show Patriotism at Training Camp
Baltimore Beatdown — ... ' arrival brings loud applause and cheers. Ed Reed is wearing a red (no contact) jersey today, but it is probably more due to taking it easy than anything else. I see a receiver with a #9 jersey without a name on it, but it turns out that it's ...

Ravens Training Camp: Friday AM Edition
Baltimore Beatdown — ... is in shorts and his jersey but not practicing due to a right calf strain that is not serious but wrapped. Ed Reed is practicing and without the red (no contact) jersey. ...

Ravens Hold Off Jets, 24-23
Baltimore Beatdown — ... and Ed Reed left early in the first half, when the Ravens scored on the Jets first pass attempt which was intercepted by DT ...

Jim Caldwell feeling a little better about Bob(zilla) Sanders
Stampede Blue — ... (who could start for most teams, including the Jags!). Bullitt can hold the fort until the monster known as Bobzilla returns. The key element for Bob is he must play most of this season healthy. If he goes down again and misses a majority of the regular season, I don't think the Colts will keep him around for much longer. In December 2007, the Colts signed Bob to a five-year, $37.5 million dollar deal with $20 million guaranteed. I believe Bob makes more than Ed Reed and Troy Polamalu, and right now both those guys are better ...

Stop Worrying - It's Only Pre-Season
Baltimore Beatdown — ... we did the same thing in pre-season, only to lose to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the opening game of the regular season on our way to what was then another losing season. If you really want to see what the coaches are looking at during these meaningless games, with "meaningless" defined as the outcomes, try to figure out what roster spots are open for competition and watch those players that are reported to be fighting for those spots. Whether or not Ray Lewis or Ed Reed makes a play, or if Joe Flacco connects on a pass, or if ...

Preseason Preview, Carolina Panthers vs. Baltimore Ravens
Cat Scratch Reader — ... guard or center.   The Panthers are concerned abour their run defense this year, particularly up the middle.  This Ravens team would be a difficult test even for the Carolina defensive lines of 2003-2006; the home team has their work cut out for them Saturday. You would expect the Raven run defense to be every bit as good as their running offense.  Baltimore boasts some of the most talented defenders in the NFL, with Haloi Ngata, Ray Lewis, and Ed Reed making plays at every level. On the line, Kelly Gregg ...

Washington Redskins Enter Season Well-Tested Thanks to Preseason Schedule
Hogs Haven — ... and our offensive line, and bot the Ravens and Steelers boast world-class weapons in the defensive secondary. Ed Reed and ...

Baltimore Ravens @ Carolina Panthers: Open Thread
Baltimore Beatdown — ... and Ed Reed will not play through the second quarters along with the rest of their teammates, and that is sure to make a difference with both of those stars on the sidelines. That will give our glut of linebackers more reps to sort through what will end up being some tough decisions beginning with the first round of cuts on Tuesday, September 1st. ...

Horse Tracks 8/30/09 - Broncos vs. Bears tonight; Matt Cassel injured as rest of AFC West loses
The Mile High Report — ... was spectacular, while the Ravens' first-team D shut out the Panthers. AFC West News KCS - Cassel leaves because of injury in Chiefs’ 14-10 loss to the Seahawks - Kent Babb KCS - Chiefs’ Thigpen shows he’s no Gannon - Jason Whitlock KCS - Rookie Jackson contributes to Chiefs’ defense - Adam Teicher KCS - Lelie stakes his claim as a wide receiver - Randy Covitz What a shame. Ed Reed, anyone???? KCS - Still nothing special about ...

Inside the Numbers: Panthers vs. Ravens
Cat Scratch Reader — ... Turnovers - As I mentioned before, we had a pick with Wesley's INT of Troy Smith. I think the notable thing for us is that we didn't have any, despite playing such a good defense in the Ravens. Admittedly, Jake did throw a ball to Steve Smith that Ed Reed tried to make a play on. He couldn't pull it in and Steve broke it up trying to wrap Reed up anyway. Our RBs (including Goodson) held on well. And despite suffering two sacks, none of our QBs fumbled. They also did well in avoiding the pass-rush or blitzes from the Ravens. Quick outs, ...

Ravens' Secondary: Who Stays, Who Goes?
Baltimore Beatdown — ... have either been on the bubble or cut had Rolle been ready to go from opening day. Last year's opening day roster included 10 defensive backs, although there are always a player or two that is placed on the Inactive List for that week's games. Looking at the current Ravens roster of defensive backs, the list includes the following no-brainers who should be starting on September 13th against the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium: Ed Reed, Dawan Landry, Fabian Washington, Domonique ...

The Final 53
Baltimore Beatdown — ... Kruger   DT:  Haloti Ngata, Kelly Gregg, Dwan Edwards, Justin Bannan, Brandon McKinney LB: Ray Lewis, Tavares Gooden, Jarrett Johnson, Jameel McClain, Antwan Barnes, Prescott Burgess, Brendon Ayanbadejo, Jason Phillips   DB: Domonique Foxworth, Fabian Washington, Lardarius Webb, Chris Carr, Frank Walker, K.J. Gerrard S: Ed Reed, Dawan Landry, Haruki Nakamura, Tom Zbikowski ...

Five Questions With Right Off Russell
Sports Page Atlanta — ... and Ed Reed should be able to protect well from the safety position. I think the biggest concern is at CB. They have 2 speedy cover guys but not that one shut down back. ...

Ravens 53 Man Roster: My Picks
Baltimore Beatdown — ... TE: Todd Heap, L.J. Smith, Davon Drew, Edgar Jones OL: Matt Birk, Ben Grubbs, Jared Gaither, Chris Chester, Marshall Yanda, Michael Oher, David Hale, Oniel Cousins   Defense DB: Ed Reed, Dawan Landry, Fabian Washington, Domonique Foxworth, ...

Profiling the Ravens Defense: Part One
Arrowhead Pride — ... Looking for the good news if you're a Chiefs fan? That would be the secondary. Of course, there's all-world Ed Reed ever-looming and that's no small feat to overcome. But it's not like I said this was a talentless bunch. It's just that there are more question marks in the secondary than anywhere else. ...

How to Beat the Kansas City Chiefs
Baltimore Beatdown — ... and demoralize the Kansas City defense with the heavy package of the 230 pound McGahee and 250 pound McClain. Stopping the opponents running attack will continue to be the rep of the Ravens defense and despite a fitter Larry Johnson, it should continue this trend. The Chiefs' offensive line has had trouble protecting their QB's, so whether it be Matt Cassel, Tyler Thigpen or Brodie Croyle, it won't matter to Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Haloti Ngata, T-Sizzle and company. Pressure will come ...

Arrowhead Pride’s "Put Up or Shut Up" 2009 Predictions
Arrowhead Pride — ... SB MVP SB MVP Ed Reed Tom Brady ...

Homers vs. Haters, the Philadelphia Eagles edition
Cat Scratch Reader — ... Smitty is just aching to take apart." Hater says, "15 interceptions don't happen by accident.  And we're sending Jake Delhomme out there to challenge them?  What could possibly go wrong?" "This is a good day to just settle for a bunch of 3-and-outs on the ground.  At least we can give them a long field that way." "Oh, and if you're a Philly fan?  After the game, don't go out and talk about how Macho Harris is the next Ed Reed.  He's not--Delhomme just made him look that way." ...

Q&A From a Chiefs' Perspective
Baltimore Beatdown — ... players' sexual preference, jeez Baltimore).  That said, Gailey was more of an old school "run to set up the pass" and if that doesn't work, go Hunter S. Thompson style on the motha Fs and blow up the playbook.  Haley is far more likely to implement something like you saw in Arizona last year (e.g., stretching the field with some long passes and big chunks of offense).  It could be a big day for Ed Reed one way or another.  This is probably a good move in the long run, but takes away the likelihood of the "Arrowspread" ever coming back, ...

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe Has History With Ravens CB Dominique Foxworth
Arrowhead Pride — ... , which will hopefully create problems for the Ravens secondary.  Safety Ed Reed is expected to help with coverage on Bowe according to the fine folks at Rotoworld. ...

Rockchalk's Thoughts on the Chiefs: Week One
Arrowhead Pride — ... is a half-step too slow, and that's the difference between being an average starter and a Pro Bowl caliber one. If he was a half-second quicker with his reads or a half-step faster, he would have had a pick-or-two today. But there's a reason he slid to the 7th round. He's a good player, one that you can slot in while you focus on more pressing issues. But it's frustrating, because he's thisclose to being a star. Nothing he can really do, either. Some are given Ed Reed-type ability and some can't. ...

Ravens Defensive Stars Impressed with the Chiefs
Arrowhead Pride — ... Arguably the Baltimore Ravens two best defensive players, Terrell Suggs and Ray Lewis (with a nod to Ed Reed), came away impressed with the effort and performance of the Kansas City Chiefs. Sounds like last year, right? Suggs said the Chiefs took advantage of all opportunities, LB Jarrett Johnson was down on the defense for giving up 24 points (even though it was really 17) and Lewis said he knew it would be a tough battle. Here are a few quotes: Terrell Suggs "Hats off to the ...

Can you Imagine?
Baltimore Beatdown — ... If Ray Lewis was injured in the same manner as Urlacher and out for the rest of the season, this defense would get by because there are so many playmakers on the team. However, make no bones about it, his presence would be greatly missed by them. Despite his advanced age, the 14 year veteran is still the unquestioned leader of the defense and the center of its universe. Ed Reed, ...

Relax Ravens' Fans: Chargers' Receivers Are Unique
Baltimore Beatdown — ... had a monster game with 124 receiving yards and 128 return yards, including that 81 yards catch and run past a sleeping Ravens defense early in the first quarter (Ed Reed, what were you doing with that angle on the play!?). ...

Post-Game Breakdown: Texans Win In Tennessee
Battle Red Blog — ... MAR-EE-O! In addition to the sack, he was a major reason for the repeated false starts by the Titans' OL. Which is fair, because visions of Super Mario should haunt the dreams of every offensive lineman in the NFL. 11. It's not showing up in the stat line, but Amobi Okoye has looked rather active and somewhat effective against two very good offensive lines. I think it may translate to big plays sooner rather than later. 12. Eugene Wilson is the Ed Reed of the Texans secondary. Which is to say he looks like Ed Reed ...

Rumblings Draft Scouting: College Football Recap, Week 3
Buffalo Rumblings — ... Locker, too), Berry is a household name.  If you don't know him now, you'll definitely know all about him by next April.  Eric Berry is a phenomenal football player.  He's highly athletic, extremely intelligent, can hit, can cover, and makes big plays.  That was on display in UT's loss to No. 1-ranked Florida, where Berry had a beautiful interception and made his presence felt throughout the game against Tim Tebow and pals.  Berry is a player in the mold of Ed Reed, and he'll probably be just as productive at the NFL level.  ...

Strapping Up Against Yourself: Cowboys vs. Panthers Preview, Part I
Blogging The Boys — ... do a lot with Ed Reed.)  The Giants manned up on the Dallas receivers and flexed tight ends and played a lot of shallow zones with their linebackers.  ...

All-Decade Team features four Colts players
Stampede Blue — ... WR Randy Moss T Walter Jones G Alan Faneca C Jeff Saturday G Steve Hutchinson T Jonathan Ogden TE Tony Gonzalez QB Peyton Manning FB Lorenzo Neal RB LaDainian Tomlinson DEFENSE DE Michael Strahan DT Richard Seymour DT Casey Hampton DE Jason Taylor OLB Derrick Brooks MLB Ray Lewis OLB Joey Porter CB Champ Bailey CB Ronde Barber S Brian Dawkins S Ed Reed SPECIALISTS K Adam Vinatieri P ...

Scott Pioli, Two Former Chiefs Honored By The Sporting News
Arrowhead Pride — ... Jones and Jonathan Ogden; G Alan Faneca and Steve Hutchinson; C Jeff Saturday; TE Tony Gonzalez; QB Peyton Manning; FB Lorenzo Neal; RB LaDainian Tomlinson All-decade team defense: DE Michael Strahan and Jason Taylor; DT Richard Seymour and Casey Hampton; OLB Derrick Brooks and Joey Porter; MLB Ray Lewis; CB Champ Bailey and Ronde Barber; S Brian Dawkins and Ed Reed. All-decade team specialists: K Adam Vinatieri; P ...

New England Patriots Links 9/30/09 - Belichick & Crew Ravin' About The Ravens
Pats Pulpit — ... Today: Wrapping up Pats-Falcons.  (11.09 min. video) Tuesday Conference Calls: Bill Belichick (14.30 min.), Dean Pees (9.20 min.), Nick Caserio (8.31min.) Plus Transcripts. LOCAL LINKS Chris Gasper points out that statistically speaking, the no-name Patriots Defense have one of the most miserly defenses in the NFL so far this season. Ian Rapoport notes S Ed Reed and LB Ray Lewis anchor a formidable Ravens defense that will ...

New England Patriots Links 10/01/09 - Brady: 'This Is Going to Be The Toughest Game We've Played'
Pats Pulpit — ... Moss leads the NFL with 26 receptions through three games, which is also the best three-game reception start of Moss's career. Christopher Price reports the Patriots are tied with the New York Giants for the fewest sacks allowed (1 on 142 pass attempts). Karen Guregian focuses on QB Joe Flacco and the Ravens offense. Ian Rapoport feels Sunday will be a thinking-man's matchup, between smart players Tom Brady and Ed Reed. Michael Hurley knows Ed Reed presents a major ...

How To Beat The New England Patriots
Baltimore Beatdown — ... attack will obviously be the key to this game. Keep Randy Moss out of the end zone and do not let TE Ben Watson get behind our safeties and we should be fine. Wes Welker should play but he is not the TD threat that the other two are. Welker can move the chains though, and is the speed threat across the middle and has great hands. Most likely, I see the Ravens fastest DB, Fabian Washington on Welker and Domonique Foxworth covering Moss, with help from Ed Reed in back of him. Dawan Landry should match up against Watson, ...

Denver Broncos 17 - Dallas Cowboys 10 - Post Game Notes
The Mile High Report — ... tied CB Louis Wright for seventh place on Denver's all-time interceptions list with 26. Bailey also moved into a tie with Baltimore S Ed Reed for the second-most interceptions (44) since he entered the league in 1999 with the ...

Practice Report: Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) at Baltimore Ravens (3-1)
Cincy Jungle — ...     DT Haloti Ngata (back) FP     S Ed Reed (knee) FP   ...

Ravens Loss Might Lead to Better Things
Baltimore Beatdown — ... , Ed Reed and company. If I'm the Cincinnati Bengals, facing an angry Ravens team is not something I would be looking forward to. ...

How To Beat The Cincinnati Bengals
Baltimore Beatdown — ... Defensivlely, keep the Bengals out of the end zone. Bend but don't break between the 20's and force Cincy to kick field goals when they get into scoring position. Shut down the run game as usual and put lots of pressure on Carson Palmer, both with four rushers as well through a mix of stunts and blitzes. Don't give Palmer time to set up with deep drops and make our DB's look any worse than they've been already. Allow Ed Reed to provide help and start his run of picks that he did late in 2008. No long plays on offense for Cincinnati, much less Special Teams. ...

Interview: Baltimore Beatdown on the Ravens Sunday
Cincy Jungle — ... Bruce:While I'd love to see Ray up the middle for the QB sack, something tells me that ain't happening on a pass play. However, Suggs to pressure Palmer, Ngata to push the o-line back and get his hand up and Ed Reed to read Carson's eyes and take it 107 yards to the house for the dagger. How's that!? ...

Final Practice/Injury Report: Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) at Baltimore Ravens (3-1)
Cincy Jungle — ... FP FP FP DT Haloti Ngata (back) FP FP FP S Ed Reed (knee) FP FP FP ...

Second Half Game Thread: Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) 3 at Baltimore Ravens 7 (3-1)
Cincy Jungle — ... lost a fumble deep in Ravens' territory after a big catch, and Carson threw a bad pick into the teeth of an overload blitz that Ed Reed read the whole way. ...

Carson Palmer says we're scoring. Andre Caldwell says I'll catch it. Everyone says win it for Zimmer. Bengals beat Ravens 17-14 and own AFC North
Cincy Jungle — ... 's timing on a 31-yard field goal attempt. Granted, it's special teams and not offense. Still, the point remains. On the ensuing possession, Carson Palmer threw to Ed Reed, who returned it for a touchdown. They converted a field goal on the next possession, when they had a first down at the Ravens four-yard line. After that, the Bengals punt, but only because ...

Cincinnati Bengals (4-1) Links and Notes: First place edition
Cincy Jungle — ... There is much to talk about today, the day that the Bengals finally get some love in national media. We actually  got more than simple AP recaps to today's game. CBS, SI and ESPN took special note of the Cardiac Cats. What a game. Without further ado, links to the multitude of photos and stories following the Bengals' 4th straight victory. As always, post-game quotes from both sides. The Ravens players blame a lack of execution, Ed Reed almost blames the refs. Coach Harbaugh gives the Bengals props. ...

Will the Jets play the Fins like the Ravens did in '08?
The Phinsider — ... Cover 1 is man to man coverage with the FS free to roam the middle of the field.  This coverage is a favorite of the Ravens because of the playmaking ability of Ed Reed.  It gives him the freedom to read the QB, read the route combinations, and make the appropriate play.  Like a Cover 3, Cover 1 allows the SS to walk up into an 8-man front to support the running game because his coverage responsibility is usually the TE.  So, why does a standard Cover 1 defense show no respect for the Phins passing game?  This coverage puts a lot of ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... b.  It is, however, best to stay out of the middle of the field, with any kind of risky throws.  Ed Reed is as great as ever, and we all know about ...

BTSC Steelers Daily Six Pack- Return Of The Six Pack
Behind the Steel Curtain — ... Steelers on Sunday even if we bring are A+ game.  The Browns are a rebuilding team, but a hungry team and lets not forget that in 2007 a woeful 2-8 N.Y. Jets team coached by Eric Mangini beat a Mike Tomlin coached Pittsburgh Steelers team.  Anyways, I think Bob Smizik's blog entry about how the Browns are no match for the Steelers could be the bulletin board material that the Browns need to pick up their game. XIV-Troy Polamalu or Ed Reed? ...

KA1Z3R's Previews and Predictions: Week 6
Silver And Black Pride — ... and Ed Reed, especially with the heavy pressure the Ravens will bring to that weak right side of Minnesota's O-Line. ...

Good morning, Sunshine! Welcome to bye week football
Stampede Blue — ... Bradford's "knocks" are his durability and the system they run at Oklahoma (spread offense). If he's had declared for the draft last year, he'd have come into the NFL as a sophomore (age 21). Sorry, but you throw a 21-year-old rookie QB out there, safeties like Ed Reed and pass rushers like ...

Ravens Loss for Third Time in Final Seconds Hurts
Baltimore Beatdown — ... We'll have two weeks to dissect and spread the blame around, but as much as we want to say we're three plays away from being undefeated, we're 3-3 and in 3rd place in the AFC North, albeit just one game out of first place. The good news is that last season we had the same record before Ed Reed came alive and took over the game like we know he still can and remember, we did what we did with a relatively weak offense, so try to imagine.... ...

How would you solve the Giants' problem at safety?
Big Blue View — ... signed a free-agent contract to join Steve Spagnuolo with the St. Louis Rams. After watching Butler's replacement, C.C. Brown, play completely inept football Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, how badly would you like to have Butler back in a Giant uniform? Like I said Monday, I think every Giants opponent the rest of the season will try to find Brown and throw the ball wherever he is supposed to be. Butler is hardly Ed Reed, but I think it is inarguable that he is a better player than ...

Is the Glass Half Empty or Half Full?
Baltimore Beatdown — ... that if we were to have even a good offense in 2009, then a Super Bowl appearance was a definite possibility in early 2010. After three games of this season most of you probably agreed with that thought. Who could ever guess that the team's shortcomings after only six games would be the defense? Last year we sat at 3-3 after six games but it was the offense that was lagging behind the defense, even though there were defensive shortcomings that were resolved by the playmakers, mainly Ed Reed in the latter part of the season. ...

New Orleans Saints @ Miami Dolphins: Interview with the Enemy
Canal Street Chronicles — ... are the only team that comes to mind.  But also keep in mind that when Baltimore stopped it last year, the Dolphins weren't nearly as good along their offensive line.  The Jets, led by former Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan, used similar techniques as the Ravens did last year to defend the Wildcat two weeks ago - but he failed to really stop it effectively.  I think it comes down to having the right personnel - in particular speedy, athletic linebackers and an "Ed Reed style" of safety.  And the bottom line is that, just like on ...

Baltimore’s Struggling Defense: A Warning for the 49ers
Niners Nation — ... are going through a bye week identity crisis. For ten years, the Ravens have known exactly who they were: A physical, smash mouth defense, led by Ed Reed and ...

It's just my opinion, but...
Baltimore Beatdown — ... is an aberration and they will rebound in a big way, starting next week. ...I thought the Broncos were for real a couple of weeks ago, when I picked them to beat the Cowboys and Patriots in Denver. ...if they can do that on the road, then I'll be fully on their bandwagon. ...the Ravens defensive backs will suddenly get a lot better once we figure how to make the opposing QB's throw in less then seven seconds for a change. ...didn't Ed Reed look this bad last season before tearing up the league from week nine ...

Bob Sanders very likely to play and start this Sunday against the Rams
Stampede Blue — ... I know Bob is a dedicated player who works to perfect his game, but part of being a good player is showing an ability to stay. on. the. field. Ed Reed is great because he rarely, if ever, misses a game. ...

Bills' Byrd continues scorching start to NFL career
Buffalo Rumblings — ... Right now, if you asked the average NFL fan to name the five best safeties in the league, the five most common names you'll hear are Ed Reed, ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... .  The Ravens are bad at CB, and really their only good DB is Ed Reed, so throwing it where he isn't is a solid plan.  They also need to run the ball, and I believe that they'll have good success in doing so.  The Ravens went about 3 years without giving up a 100 yard rusher, and then got hit back to back by ...

Book Report: Peter King's 'Monday Morning Quarterback'
Baltimore Beatdown — ... came in at #29 of All Time. Both Unitas and Lewis were noteworthy enough to warrent sidebar columns as why they were included at their specific slots. Equally surprising is that while Ray was #29 of all time, he was not even on the list of King's Top 100 Players of Today, although the Ravens were represented with Ed Reed at #11, ...

How to Beat the Denver Broncos
Baltimore Beatdown — ... While many talk about the Ravens poor pass defense, the team had the entire Bye week to address that obvious issue and while we should expect Denver to try to exploit it, they won't try to win the game through the air, as that is just not what got them this far in the first place. Remember the Ravens really didn't amp up their defense and safety Ed Reed didn't unleash his great 2008 season until week nine of last year, so there's no reason we can't overcome this problem starting a week earlier in the eighth week in 2009. Tied into the defense's improvement ...

My October 2009 Mock Draft
Arrowhead Pride — ... defense can operate more freely thanks to Mays, but there wouldn't be a complete attitude overhaul like there would be with Berry who I view as an Ed Reed, ...

Broncos Thoughts & Musings, Part 3: Ravens Week
The Mile High Report — ... They miss Bart Scott and Jim Leonard, although Ed Reed is as dangerous as ever. Tavares Gooden isn't the same caliber as Scott, not that that's an insult to him. Our visiting friend Bruce Raffel from the Ravens SB Nation site says that Gooden will probably be tasked with covering Tony Scheffler, and if so, there's a huge mismatch there. Cornerback is a  tough issue for Baltimore: In addition to the problems with Washington ...

MHR Chalk Talk - Denver Broncos at Baltimore Ravens 2009
The Mile High Report — ... The Ravens have a strong run defense.  The DL features former Bronco player and favorite Trevor Price at LDE, but the real power is at LB with LILB Ray Lewis and ROLB Terrell Suggs.  Behind them is one of my favorite free safeties in the game, Ed Reed.  Ed is one of those "do it all" guys that can cover the pass and slam into a RB like a freight train.  But Lewis, Suggs, and Reed are having a rough time this year, and the problem is at corner. ...

Ravens/Broncos: Friday Injury Report & Game Status
Baltimore Beatdown — ... LB Tavaras Gooden (head) T Jared Gaither (neck)     14  S Ed Reed (illness)       ...

Denver Broncos @ Baltimore Ravens; Friday Injury Report
The Mile High Report — ... Tavaras Gooden (LB) Head Did Not Participate Limited Participation Full Participation Probable Ed Reed (S) Illness Did Not Participate Full Participation Full ...

Denver Broncos at Baltimore Ravens Pre-Game Discussion Thread
The Mile High Report — ... Jarret Johnson shoulder 11/01/2009 Ed Reed other-illness 11/01/2009 Steven Hauschka ankle 11/01/2009 Joe Flacco ankle ...

Ravens 30 - Broncos 7 -- Mistakes cost Broncos as they fall to 6-1
The Mile High Report — ... A quick note about the Moreno fumble.  Yes, it was one helluva hit by Ed Reed.  That said, tell me that Moreno isn't getting the reputation around the NFL that if you hit him, and hit him hard, he'll drop the football.  The hit by Reed isn't the point.  The point is Moreno is on the cusp of being branded a fumbler.  That's not a good thing - especially early in a career.  Other running backs have had fumbling issues early - ...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2010 1st Round Draft Preview: First Half Edition.
Buc 'Em — ... Target #1) Eric Berry* - S - Tennessee - Running a 4.40 40, Berry is listed at around 5-11, 203 lbs. Eric Berry is a Ed Reed 2.0. With 215 career tackles, 2 forced fumbles and 13 career interceptions, Eric Berry is the top defensive back in this years draft and will be a premier player in the NFL. Playing under defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin for one season, the Bucs should be able to get good information from former defensive guru Kiffin about Berry. Berry most likely will not be available past the 5th spot. ...

Potent Quotables - Ravens 30 - Broncos 7 - Post-Game Thoughts
The Mile High Report — ... (on exchanging jerseys with Ed Reed) "We agreed to exchange jerseys after the game. I always try to do that when I play against guys that I respect." ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... very much for the fumble (this time.)  That play was doomed from the start, with Jarret Johnson forcing a high throw and tough catch, and Moreno turning right into a thumping from Ed Reed. ...

Primer: Baltimore Ravens (4-3) at Cincinnati Bengals (5-2)
Cincy Jungle — ... in eight straight games. Ray Rice is averaging 100.7 yards rushing in games that he records 20 rushing attempts or more. In his past four games, Rice is averaging 149.3 yards from scrimmage (333 rushing, 264 receiving). Willie McGahee is tied for fourth in the NFL with seven touchdowns (five rushing, two receiving). Derrick Mason is averaging 85.7 yards receiving per game in his past three games against the Bengals. Ed Reed is tied for second most career touchdown returns (12) among active ...

Brian Cushing Named AFC Defensive Player Of The Week
Battle Red Blog — ... safety Ed Reed in 2008. Reed was a consensus All-Pro and finished third in voting for AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year. ...

Having Fun With the Chiefs First Draft Pick
Arrowhead Pride — ... Eric Berry:  At the beginning of the year everyone was talking about USC safety Taylor Mays.  However, if Eric Berry opts to come out his junior year Taylor may not be the first player chosen at his position.  Many have likened Eric Berry to Ed Reed, a dynamic coverage safety for the ...

John's Midseason Jets Awards
Gang Green Nation — ... Kerry was supposed to play the Ed Reed role on this defense. He was supposed to be all over the place making plays. ...

2nd Half Open Thread: Baltimore Ravens (4-3) 0 - Cincinnati Bengals (5-2) 17
Cincy Jungle — ... Now, the Ravens are getting pressure on Carson, but it doesn't seem to matter. Cedric Benson has 18 first-half carries for 80 yards, which is kind of good against the Baltimore rush defense. Carson has been efficient and mistake-free, Ed Reed and the Ravens' defense looks uninspired. ...

The one in which the Bengals' secondary is still awesome and the Bengals take a 4-0 division record...Bengals win 17-7
Cincy Jungle — ... Today was the first time in recent memory that I sat down to watch a Bengals division game and did not get nervous from the first snap.  Were there some things that happened today that give me pause?  Were there some things that happened today that concern me going forward?  Of course there were.  I don't like that Ed Reed made Chad Ochocinco cough the ball up again today.  That bothers me.  I credit Chad for continuing his theme of improving his yards after catch, but when it comes at the cost of ...

Cedric Benson, who ranks second in the league, breaks another Ravens rushing defense streak.
Cincy Jungle — ... It takes muscle and endurance to beat the Baltimore Ravens defense; along with a few missed Ed Reed tackle (have you ever seen him miss so many tackles against the Bengals?). Cedric Benson's rushing performance against the Ravens is in large part why the Bengals were able to beat a team that was favored in both games. The first time around, Benson rushed for 120 yards on 27 carries, which was the first time in 40 games that anyone rushed for 100 yards or more against the Ravens. Adrian Peterson would accomplish the same feat, ...

BTSC Weekly NFL Musings - Week 9 Edition
Behind the Steel Curtain — ... was a workhorse again, toting it 34 times for 117 yards. The game effectively was over when Ravens kicker Steve Hauschka missed a critical field goal that would have made it a one score game following an amazing strip of Ocho Cinco by Ed Reed late in the 4th quarter. I wouldn't be surprised if the Ravens find themselves a new kicker by season's end if Hauschka doesn't get his act together. If you don't remember, he missed a game winner against the ...

BTSC Steelers Daily Six Pack-Game Day Edition
Behind the Steel Curtain — ... is the dirtiest player in the NFL?  In my mind Hines Ward is what you want any receiver to be, a complete player that makes everyone around him better by his intensity and thirst for the game.  I wonder how many times Ed Reed and ...

Rex Ryan Press Conference 11/09
Gang Green Nation — ... When asked about Kerry's lack of turnovers, Rex said that it was interesting that he doesn't have too many turnovers. Ed Reed had 1 INT at this point last year with Baltimore and ended with 11. Thinks Rhodes is playing well, just not getting after them (whole defence). ...

The First Pick for the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2009 Draft is... Not an Offensive Lineman
Arrowhead Pride — ... and Ed Reed, they can see a play develop almost as quickly as the Quarterback can. One of the best defenses against an aggressive pass offense is a Safety that can anticipate a pass play before it develops. The Chiefs’ Safeties wait for plays to come to them. They don’t go toward the plays like the elite playmakers do. Against San Diego, Rivers would dump off a short pass to ...

GOT NUMBERS? Analyzing the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Cleveland Browns
Dawgs By Nature — ... Another new regular feature here at Dawgs by Nature will take a look at some of Football Outsiders' useful "innovative stats" and see how we match-up against our opponent of the week. This week's opponent?  The evil purple team from Maryland: The Baltimore Ravens.  It is still widely assumed that the Ravens defense is dominant and scary, largely because Ed Reed and Ray Lewis are still cheating and killing people making most of the tackles and interceptions in Baltimore.  And ...

Bengals Banter: Head coach Marvin Lewis has Coors Light commerical materials. He just needs that moment.
Cincy Jungle — ... That's it. Chick Ludwig thinks of ways to bring Maurice Purify to the 53-man roster, no matter what. Steelers vs. Bengals: AFC North Game of the Year Congradulations for Bengals fans, who donated "9,234 pounds of non-perishable and canned goods, 1,604 pounds greater than in 2008. In addition, Bengals fans gave $11,061 in cash donations to help feed the hungry in our community, a $3,041 increase over 2008." Remember when we remarked that Ed Reed missed a lot of tackles last week against the Bengals? We ...

Ravens/Browns Injury Report
Baltimore Beatdown — ... S Haruki Nakamura (chest) LB Jarret Johnson (shoulder)     26  S Ed Reed (wrist) S Haruki Nakamura (chest) ...

Ravens @ Browns: 2nd Half Open Thread
Baltimore Beatdown — ... to start the season 3-0 and looking like one of the top teams in the NFL. Since then, we have lost four of our last five games and the only first half TD we scored was on Ed Reed's interception return in the first of two losses to the ...

Pour Some Sugar On Me - Roger Goodell Establishes What the Fine Will Be If Dan Snyder Does Not Fire Vinny Cerrato
Hogs Haven — ... win. I'll keep it simple and I'll keep the message on point. The following list represents a possible example of a good front office--do your own compare and contrast with Vinny Cerrato's reign of terror: Notable First Round Draft Picks 1996 - T Jonathan Ogden             LB Ray Lewis 1997 - LB Peter Boulware 1999 - CB Chris McAllister 2000 - RB Jamal Lewis 2001 - TE Todd Heap 2002 - S Ed Reed 2003 - LB Terrell Suggs ...

Week Eleven Preview: Colts at Ravens
Stampede Blue — ... , Ed Reed, and Ravens coach John Harbaugh (brother of former-Colts quarterback Jim Harbaugh, a longtime fan favorite). ...

Rocky Rhodes- Kerry Frustrated
Gang Green Nation — ... Nobody here knows how much work Kerry puts into studying video on opponents, and maybe it is that opposing teams are more wary of him now than they have been in the past. Although to take the next step he has to adapt back, I'm sure that teams are more than aware of players like Ed Reed and ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... a cover-2 shell to the box very quickly, and Bullitt has done it as well as Sanders ever did. Pollard was cut by Kansas City, and I just didn't get it.  Maybe Scott Pioli was paying him back for last season's hit on Tom Brady?  Pollard has been spectacular at times for the Texans, and has really been the star on the back end that they've never had.  (No, Dunta Robinson is not a star; he's only paid like one.) Brian Dawkins, Ed Reed, Jairus Byrd, Antoine Bethea, Kerry Rhodes, ...

A World Turned Upside Down: Week 11 in the NFL
Niners Nation — ... did kick 5 FG'sin his first game withthe Ravens, but it was his 1 miss that was the difference in the game.  But the weirdest part of the game was when Ed Reed was fielding a punt with only 17 seconds left.  Instead of holding onto the ball to give their offense one last chance, he pitched to the side where no one was actually standing.  Maybe he saw something gross on the ball and he didn't want to hold it. ...

GGN: Mock Jets 2010 NFL Draft 1.0
Gang Green Nation — ... Rex Ryan's defence relies on a play making safety, so who better than a player that has been talked about as being in the same mould as Ed Reed. Difference between him being talked about in comparison to Ed Reed and Kerry Rhodes being talked about in comparison to Ed Reed is, Berry's hype is coming from scouts who know what they are talking about. ...

Tyvon Branch Has Been Named The Ed Bock Courage Award Winner By His Oakland Raider Teammates
Silver And Black Pride — ... who has 83. Tyvon has also forced two fumbles, which is tied for 4th in the League for a DB. Two of the names ahead of him are Ed Reed and ...