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| In search of a backup quarterback [url=http://www.ravensjerseyproshop.com/lamar-jackson-jersey/]Lamar Jackson Jersey 2019[/url] , Baltimore could look to bring back a familiar face."WhitePodcast Film Review Fanposts Fanshots Ravens StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Ravens ReportYahoo Ravens Depth ChartYahoo Ravens TransactionsYahoo Ravens PhotosAbout Odds Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Is a Tyrod Taylor reunion possible? New,51commentsIn search of a backup quarterback, Baltimore could look to bring back a familiar face. ESTShareTweetShareShareIs a Tyrod Taylor reunion possible? John Glaser-USA TODAY SportsWith Joe Flacco out of the fold and Robert Griffin III entering free agency, Baltimore will be looking for a backup to Lamar Jackson this offseason. Bringing back RGIII appears to be the most likely scenario, but there are several other options the Ravens could explore. One of these alternatives could be bringing in Tyrod Taylor, who spent the first four seasons of his career in Baltimore. Taylor was drafted by the Ravens in 2011 and served as Flacco’s backup until joining the Buffalo Bills in 2015. Taylor only appeared in 14 games as a member of the Ravens, completing 19 of 35 passes for 199 yards and two interceptions. While he never got an opportunity to start in Baltimore, he quickly made an impact for the Bills. After winning the starting job in his first season in Buffalo, Taylor went on to play 44 games in three seasons, completing 62.7 percent of his passes and throwing for 8,857 yards. Taylor threw just 16 interceptions compared to 51 touchdowns. Much like Lamar Jackson, Taylor was effective as a rusher as well. He averaged 525 rushing yards per season and totaled 14 touchdowns on the ground. 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However, if Taylor is willing to slot into a backup role, he would be a strong option for the Ravens to sign in free agency. Taylor’s rushing ability and athleticism mirror that of Jackson, making him a natural fit behind him on the depth chart. In his press conference last Friday, John Harbaugh hinted that finding a player similar to Lamar will guide their thinking. Finding a backup quarterback is just one of several roster needs that general manager Eric DeCosta is tasked with addressing this offseason. While it may be less of a need than other positions, the importance of having a capable, stable backup cannot be understated. Between RGIII and Tyrod Taylor [url=http://www.ravensjerseyproshop.com/mark-andrews-jersey/]White Mark Andrews Jersey[/url] , it’s fair to say that Taylor is the better overall player at this stage in his career. However, both players are experienced veterans and make for suitablequarterback options. While RGIII is the more likely to be brought back, a reunion between Taylor and the Ravens should not be entirely ruled out. Should Baltimore find a way to sign him this offseason, it would be a welcome return for both parties.Former Ravens linebacker Elvis Dumervil retires After 12 years in the NFL, former Broncos, Ravens and 49ers linebacker Elvis Dumervil announced his retirement today.Dumervil spent his first seven seasons with Denver after being drafted out of Louisville in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He joined Baltimore in 2013, signing a five-year deal worth $35 million. In 2014, Dumervil set the Ravens franchise record for most the sacks in a season with a whopping 17, a sack total he previously reached in 2009 with the Broncos. Dumervil and Terrell Suggs were among the league’s best pass rushing duo that year, combining for the most sacks in the league among two players and garnering the nickname “Doom and Sizzle.” After two down years with only six sacks in 2015 and three in 2016, Baltimore released Dumervil following the 2016 season. He then signed with San Francisco for his final year, and he recorded 6.5 sacks. The 49ers declined to pick up the 2018 option for Dumervil’s contract [url=http://www.ravensjerseyproshop.com/mark-andrews-jersey/]Mark Andrews Jersey 2019[/url] , leading him to become a free agent.Dumervil made five Pro Bowl appearances and finished his career with an astounding 105.5 sacks, 365 total tackles, 23 forced fumbles, 13 fumble recoveries and one interception. 26 of those sacks and two of his Pro Bowls came during his tenure in Baltimore. Aside from his outstanding success on the field, Dumervil was also a large part of every community he went to, raising awareness, money and lending a helping hand. Dumervil worked with New Story charity in 2016, helping to build 58 homes for families in Haiti, his parents’ native country.After a long and productive career, Dumervil will go down as one of the best pass rushers of his generation. |
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