Ravens vs. Redskins: 5 Things To Watch For
By Brett Foote
Aug 16, 2014; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith (77) blocks Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Terrell Suggs (55) during the game at AT&T Stadium. Baltimore beat Dallas 37-30. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Will the Raven’s pass rush show back up?
Last week’s game against the Cowboys was largely a dud in the pass rush department. The Cowboy’s excellent offensive line gave the Raven’s defense fits all night, only allowing one sack. And that was against the second string line on backup quarterback Brandon Weeden. This followed a similarly disappointing two sack performance against the 49ers.
For a team that prides itself on defense and has a group of pass rushers with stellar reputations, that won’t cut it. The team has to find a way to get to opposing quarterbacks, and quickly. Defensive pressure is even more of a priority than normal given the team’s injuries in the secondary. If they can’t cover on the back end, they have to get to the quarterback to take some pressure off the corners.