Tag: LB Patrick Queen

First year DC Zach Orr must carry on the Ravens tradition

After a record-breaking season for the Baltimore Ravens defense, new defensive coordinator Zach Orr will look to carry on the tradition.

After a record-breaking season for the Baltimore Ravens defense, new defensive coordinator Zach Orr will look to carry on the tradition.

Last season, former defensive coordinator Mike MacDonald and Orr,  who then operated as the linebackers coach, schemed the team to 60 sacks and 18 interceptions. Players who combined for 12 or more of those sacks are now wearing different uniforms, however, and Orr must be ready to pick up the pieces.

Orr watched painfully as the Ravens squandered an opportunity to advance to Super Bowl LVII. The loss in the AFC Championship has motivated him as he prepares for training camp in less than 60 days.

With safety Kyle Hamilton and defensive tackle Justin Madubuike returning, the only question mark remains how the shoes of inside linebacker Patrick Queen will be filled. Hopefully, Orr can develop rookie linebacker Adisa Issac relatively quickly. Issac’s height may be essential when they must slow down the more physically tight ends as the season progresses.

As a former Ravens linebacker and linebacker coach, Orr has the blueprint to ensure that Queen’s loss doesn’t damage the defensive infrastructure too much.

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AFC North news: Steelers improving their roster thanks to Russell Wilson’s modest contract

Russell Wilson will cost the Steelers just $1.2 million this year, giving them room to improve the rest of the roster.

Quarterback Russell Wilson will cost the Pittsburgh Steelers the veteran minimum of $1.2 million next season, leaving room for the team to sign Pro Bowl linebacker Patrick Queen to a $41 million deal this week.

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Wilson isn’t short on cash, however, because the Denver Broncos are still required to pay him $39 million in 2024 as part of the $242 million contract he signed two years ago.

Spending so little at quarterback has freed up Pittsburgh to splurge elsewhere. In addition to signing Queen, the Steelers have shipped wide receiver Diontae Johnson to the Carolina Panthers for defensive back Donte Jackson and re-signed safety Miles Killebrew to a two-year, $6.5 million deal.

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The Steelers are rebuilding meticulously and frugally. The Ravens split the season series with Pittsburgh last season and, after their rivals’ additions this offseason, should expect very competitive matchups with them this fall. Wilson and the Steelers may make a deep playoff run in 2024 if they continue building on this success throughout the offseason.

Here’s what makes Ravens LB Patrick Queen very dynamic

Patrick Queen has been a key component to the Ravens on defense. Here’s a look at a few attributes that make him dynamic.

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Patrick Queen has played terrific this season recording 73 solo tackles. He features as a key component to a Ravens defense that is allowing just 16.1 points per game.

Below are a few attributes that makes Queen a dynamic asset in the Ravens defensive scheme.

Ravens LB Patrick Queen is having Pro Bowl year

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen has only continued to make plays on defense.

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen has only continued to make plays on defense. Through nine games, Queen has already made 47 solo tackles and completed seven stuffs.

Queen’s game log stat sheet shows you that he has averaged more than five tackles per game. Defensive Coordinator Mike Macdonald has also schemed him well on run blitz, and pass rush plays.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes over Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen (6) during the second half of Sunday’s game in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Queen’s 3.5 sacks is a clear indicator that he is an asset in the pass rush. However, Queen’s speed also allows him to cover opposing running backs in the underneath passing game. 

With linebacker Kyle Van Noy now in rotation with Queen and Roquan Smith, expect the Ravens defense to continue having success. Queen is having a Pro-Bowl season.

TV broadcast map for Ravens vs. Lions in Week 7

The #Ravens and Lions are playing at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday, and if you’re not in the midwest, Detroit or Baltimore, here’s the TV broadcast Map for Week 7

The Ravens are back at M&T Bank Stadium for an intriguing Sunday matchup against the Detroit Lions (5-1).

Baltimore (4-2) will look to continue their momentum after defeating the Titans in London, while the Lions are surging and one of the top teams in the NFL.

  • Thursday Night: Jacksonville @ New Orleans (Amazon)
  • Sunday Night: Miami @ Philadelphia (NBC)
  • Monday Night: San Francisco @ Minnesota (ESPN/ABC)

With Thursday night football fast approaching, we’re looking at the TV broadcast map for Week 7 via 506 Sports.

Ravens PFF grades: Best and worst performers from 24-16 win over Titans

We’re looking at the highest and lowest graded players from the Baltimore #Ravens 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans

Lamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass, and future Hall of Famer Justin Tucker kicked six field goals as the Ravens (4-2) struggled in the red zone but came away with the win.

Jackson was 21 of 30 passing, for 223 yards, and he led the team with 62 yards on the ground, while the Ravens defense made plays when it mattered.

The Titans (2-4) rallied to pull within 18-13 after Derrick Henry’s 15-yard touchdown run, but Jackson led two more scoring drives that ended in Tucker field goals.

With the 5-1 Lions next on the schedule, we’re looking at the highest and lowest-graded players from Sunday’s win via PFF.

Studs and duds from Ravens 24-16 win over Titans in London

We’re looking at the studs and duds from the Baltimore #Ravens 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans in London, England

Baltimore returned to their winning ways and now sits atop the AFC North after a hard-fought 24-16 win over the Titans in London, England.

Lamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass, and Justin Tucker kicked six field goals to lead the Ravens to an overseas win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Jackson shined in his international debut, going 21 of 30 passing for 223 yards, and he led the team with 62 yards on the ground.

Here are the studs and duds from Sunday’s win.

Takeaways and observations from Ravens 24-16 win over Titans in London

We’re looking at the takeaways and observations from the Baltimore #Ravens 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans in London

Lamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass, and Justin Tucker kicked six field goals to lead the Ravens to an overseas win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Jackson shined in his international debut, going 21 of 30 passing for 223 yards, and he led the team with 62 yards on the ground.

Baltimore returned to their winning ways and now sits atop the AFC North after a hard-fought 24-16 win over the Titans in London, England.

Tucker was outstanding on the day, going 6-for-6 with the longest just 41 yards.

With preparation for the Lions set to begin, we’re looking at takeaways and observations from the Week 6 victory.

Instant analysis of Ravens 24-16 win over Titans in London

We’re looking at the instant analysis of the Baltimore #Ravens 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans in London

Baltimore returned to their winning ways and now sits atop the AFC North after a hard-fought 24-16 win over the Titans in London, England.

Lamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass, and Justin Tucker kicked six field goals to lead the Ravens to an overseas win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Jackson shined in his international debut, going 21 of 30 passing for 223 yards, and he led the team with 62 yards on the ground.

Tucker was outstanding on the day, going 6-for-6 with the longest just 41 yards.

With preparation for the Lions set to begin, we’re looking at the instant analysis and notes from the Week 6 victory.

Key takeaways from first half as Ravens hold 18-3 lead over the Titans in Week 6

We’re looking at the key takeaways and highlights from first half of #Ravens Week 6 matchup vs. Titans with Baltimore holding an 18-3 lead over Tennessee

Lamar Jackson finished the first half 13 of 17 passing, for 149 passing yards, 28 rushing yards, and one touchdown.

The Baltimore defense was dominant and Super Bowl caliber in the first half, as John Harbaugh’s team jumped out to an 18-3 lead.

With the second half set to begin, here are takeaways and highlights from the first 30 minutes of play.