Suggs talks to WNST

[mythoughts]

Unfortunately Suggs won't be back this year. This is a slow-healing injury. In fact I think the Ravens will IR Suggs to eliminate any desire or urge to rush him back too soon.

[cprenegade]

We're going to find out how bad Kruger, Kindle and Upshaw want it, they need to step up and they know it. You can't replace TSizzle but you can't have a defeatist mentality either, the Ravens know they have to man up and push forward.

I would have to agree with you. Suggs can't be replaced in terms of what he brings to the defense, but in reality, the only guy on any NFL team today who probably can't be replaced is the QB. If it were Flacco that suffered that injury, I would say season over. But we have seen how defensive parts can be replaced because the scheme is more important than the talent. Ed Reed missed almost half a season two years ago, the Ravens were fine. Ray Lewis missed a few games last year and the defense hardly missed a beat. Harrison for Pittsburh missed time last year, and their defense was still at the top. No Suggs will put a little more pressure on the new DC, but if the players stepping in adhere to the scheme, they still should be a very good defense. The only reason Suggs hurts more than most players is that the Ravens lack a good pass rush from anyone other than him. If the scheme is adjusted properly, they can do just fine. It will be up to the coaches to figure out how to compensate for his loss. It's a great opportunity for Upshaw to come in and make a big impression. It's also a great opportunity for Kindle to actually contribute and show he belongs in the NFL. I have more faith in Upshaw. Kindle hasn't played consistently for two years and his character is very suspect in my mind.

[music_man]

He is an LB.....not an MD. See you in '13.

Hahaha. I will remember this post and perhaps bring it back around mid-season or so.

You're a fine one for remembering posts there "little kitty cat"

Stop running away like little girl
You made the prediction.
You were challenged to a wager to back up your mouth.
You said "ANYTIME, ANYWHERE, BRING IT."
Click the link.
http://talk.baltimoresun.com/showthread.php?t=316003
Be a man, not a troll.

[Brohan]

Hahaha. I will remember this post and perhaps bring it back around mid-season or so.

Riiiiight. You'll be ducking me like all those people you were too scared to bet last year.

I predict you will have a new handle and be pretending to be a fan of a different team.

I don't blame you. Skins and Colts will both be terrible....again.

[18-87-44-29]

Riiiiight. You'll be ducking me like all those people you were too scared to bet last year.

I predict you will have a new handle and be pretending to be a fan of a different team.

I don't blame you. Skins and Colts will both be terrible....again.

I couldn't care any less about the Redskins. And if by terrible you mean the Colts will be .500 or better.....then yes....we will be 'terrible.' I assure you of this.

[DColeman]

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[boulderterp]

Unfortunately Suggs won't be back this year. This is a slow-healing injury. In fact I think the Ravens will IR Suggs to eliminate any desire or urge to rush him back too soon.

No it isn't. It's a 6 month injury. Have had it, and never lost a step, actually my new repaired one was stronger than other one. Wally Williams had the same and was on the radio said the same, both ours were complete tears.

[18-87-44-29]

No it isn't. It's a 6 month injury. Have had it, and never lost a step, actually my new repaired one was stronger than other one. Wally Williams had the same and was on the radio said the same, both ours were complete tears.

And yet.....he is approaching the wrong side of 30. As the great PhD Shaq O'Neil once said.....'35 ain't 25.' And it stands to reason that 30 ain't 20 either. 5-6 years ago....yes....maybe he comes back faster and almost as good (well....adequate) as ever. But at his age now? Wait til next year.

[ivanbalt]

And yet.....he is approaching the wrong side of 30. As the great PhD Shaq O'Neil once said.....'35 ain't 25.' And it stands to reason that 30 ain't 20 either. 5-6 years ago....yes....maybe he comes back faster and almost as good (well....adequate) as ever. But at his age now? Wait til next year.

Most DPOY are described as adequate.

[18-87-44-29]

Most DPOY are described as adequate.

When they shrivel up in big games......youbetcha.

[Steveg85321]

We're going to find out how bad Kruger, Kindle and Upshaw want it, they need to step up and they know it. You can't replace TSizzle but you can't have a defeatist mentality either, the Ravens know they have to man up and push forward.

Nailed it. I hope that is what happens, and it sure could. If the team brings in a journeyman free agent rusher in case this trio utterly fails that would be prudent. But if Kindle is free of medical issues I can't see why he couldn't become the rusher he was drafted to be. Kruger showed definite signs that he can be effective in a rotation. And why not expect Upshaw to be be charged up and hungry. I actually hope that Suggs is not forced to hurry back. Imagine him working back gradually, a few plays more each game, going into the playoffs. It is the Defensive Coordinator's job to handle this, and I think he can do it.