SB Nation User Blog: Benji5203

The Ebony Bird live blog

Benji5203 — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 05:56:58 -0000

Whats good y'all. It's ya boy big benji in da house. Today, Ray Lewis and the boyz storm into houston later looking for a 4th stright win on the road. If you dont have anything to do, log into http://ebonybird.com/ during the game. It will be a live blog going on thats always fun. Just a bunch of Ravens talking about whats going on in the game and having a great time. So if you wanna talk some raven football during the game,just vist the website and join Jarrett and I and others.

Ernie Wheelwright promoted to active roster

Benji5203 — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 03:27:26 -0000

Ernie Wheelwright was signed from the pratice squad after the ravens placed Yanda and Gooden on IR today. I believe Wheelwright can be our own verison of the saints Marcus Colston. I looked at his combine records and they dont impress you at 1st glance. You then take a look at him and they recordings arent that bad for a guy his size.

He is 6'5, 215lbs. Runs a 4.50 40 yard dash and has a 36 inch vertical. He is also very strong being able to lift 215 pounds over 20 times. Hopfully this will give Flacco another target. He has a guy who he doesnt have to worry about throwing over his head because he will most likey go and get it. I really hope cam gets this kid involed in our offense soon because we can really use a big, tall possession receiver and red zone option.

As you can see, im pretty high on the guy. The only reason being is that this guy could help slove so many problems on offense. If he can come in and put up decent numbers this year, I wouldnt be surprise if we have a new star wideout next!

In other news, The cowboys strike a deal with the loins to trade for roy williams. The lions recieve the cowboys 1st, 3rd and 6th round picks i believe. We also signed over edgar jones form the pratice squad. He will play TE and also be a pass rusher on 3rd downs and what not. Chris chester will be moving back to guard.

Yanda likely done for the season.

Benji5203 — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 01:47:39 -0000

It's bad enough that we got blown out by the colts, but now we lose one of our best offensive linemen. Chris chester will get the start this week at miami. I really hope Chris has become much better then he was last year. If not, Joe Flacco will be getting pressure right up the middle. Also, willie anderson also went down with a injury but his status is unkown. We really need some help now.

100% Whey Protein

Benji5203 — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:53:22 -0000

I just got me some whey protein powder mix and the directions arent giving me enough info. They say i should mix one scoop of powder to a 8fl.oz of cold water and blend well. They also say take immediatley before and/or after my workout. How long is that? Should i bring the powder with me to the gym and as soon as im done, mix it with a bottle of water? What if i pre mix it at home and bring it in a water bottle and then drink after im done. Also, can i drink it on the days i dont lift wieghts. i Lift every other day and i do some cardio every day. Can i drink it on the days i just do carido? Please help me out and thanks.

Rivalry Re-newed

Benji5203 — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 01:55:22 -0000

Ravens and Titans. An old and bitter rivalry is re-newed once again. I can remeber some classic battles between these two. Tennessee would kill us in the regular season, but we all know what happened in the playoffs during the year 2000.
     Now Jimmy, i do have a few question about the Titans. Are you guys better with vince young or collins? I know Kerry Collins has kept this team undefeated through 3 weeks, but Tennesse now face thier toughest task yet. They have to come in to our house and defeat a bitter Ravens team that know they should have won on monday. I really hope Kerry can move cause he is going to be blitz about every down.
     My 2nd question is, Who's Defense do you think is better, the Ravens or Titans. We all know that they draw alot of similarities, but let's break them down.
DL: Tennesse may have the best D-line in the NFL right know, but baltimore isnt far behind. Albert Hansworth....how can i put this.....IS A BEAST! This guy is incredible. When i watch him, he reminds me of a Young Warren Sapp except bigger and better. When it's all said and done, Hansworth could be recognized as the best DT to ever play the game. The Ravens have their own verision of Albert in Haloti Ngata. He doesnt get sacks like Hansworth, but i dont think there is anyone better at clogging the middle and stuffing the run then Ngata. I also think that if Baltimore played a regular 4-3 defense, Ngata could and probly would put up Albert numbers. In terms of the overall d-line, i give the edge to the Titans.
LB: This is going to the Ravens. No other lineman is playing better then Hansworth right? Well no other LB is playing better then Ray Lewis right know. This guy is moving like he's 25 out there. Not only is he playing well, but he got all his players playing well. I hate it when people say the Ravens sould let Lewis go because he is old. He may be older but he damn sure anit playing old. To me, Ray Lewis is a G.O.A.T. if you dont know what the means, look it up.
DB: I though about giving this one up to the Titans. No other CB is playing better then courtland finnigan. Not only does he shutdown recievers and get ints, but he also returns them for TD's when he gets a chance. Know, im going to say this is a tie. The reason is, Tennesse fornt 4 is so good, they dont even have to blitz to get pressure. They just rush 4 and drop back 7 making it easier for the secondary. The Ravens defense consist of unique and complex blitz that leaves alot of one on one macth-ups. Baltimore corners have to make sur they cover thier man because there will not be alot of help over the top.
Overall: In terms of the whole Defense coming together, I gotta say Ravens. Defense is what Baltimore is known for and it will be like that for a while. Tennesse D is defeniately in the top 5, but it is still not as good as the Ravens.
     Cant wait for sunday. This game should defeniately be a great one!(please list coment, thoughs, agreements/disagreements, question below)

Rivalry is Re-newed

Benji5203 — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 01:53:30 -0000

Happy birth to me!

Benji5203 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:28:54 -0000

Its my birthday yall. i finally hit the big 17. I know this has nothing to do with the ravens but i just wanted to tell this to my friends here at the best Baltimore Ravens blog on earth, Baltimore Beatdown! Rexx, your doing a great job keeping up with Ravens news and notes and i hope you keep up the good work. Talk to yall later. I gotta date with my girl. I dont know ware she's takin me but im sure it will be great. Talk to yall later, Go Ravens!!!!!!!!!!

Is Joe Flacco destined to be the starting QB for the Baltimore Ravens?

Benji5203 — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:07:10 -0000

Whats good yall. Its yo boy big benji in da house. Im writing this to ask you guys, is Joe Flacco destined to start week one against cincy? Think about it. Both of our starting QB's goes down to injury and illness. Flacco gets the start in the last two preseason and preforms better then any of our other 2 QB's. He even out preformed the 1st QB taken in the 2008 draft in Matt Ryan in last night's game. He has thrown the only TD pass this preseason and commited the least amount of T.O.(I think) So, do you guys think that Maybe God has a plan for Flacco to be our starting QB from week one? Think about it.

Ravens Cant Get Deal Done With Suggs

Benji5203 — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:02:14 -0000

This was the last day the Ravens could sign LB/DE Terrell Suggs to a long term deal. They have been working on a deal since april but the two sides could not agree on a extension. The Ravens will have to wait until the end of the season before they can resume talks. On the bright side, We have him for at least 1 more year and also, it's a contract year. Look for suggs to have a all out season as this could be a chance for him to make more bucks. Rather that be with the Ravens or another team(hopefully us)

Need Help Losing Weight

Benji5203 — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:34:15 -0000

I could really use some help on losing weight for football season. i'am 16 years old and im trying to get in shape for the up coming football season. I will be entering my junior year in high school and i want to play DT. im about 6'0 and weight about 325. We start on 8/12/08 and i would like to get in the 290's by then. I need to buil dmore stanmia for the long runs we do but this will be difficult because i'm a asmatic. If any1 can give me a workout plan, i am willing to listen,learn, and follow it.