Best Ravens of All-Time: “Organized Chaos,” The Defensive Front Seven
By Carlos Avent
DE Michael McCrary
Another offseason addition by the Ravens in 1997, Michael McCrary was a feared end rusher. He went on to become a 2x Pro Bowler, a first-team All-Pro in 1998, and a Super Bowl XXXV champion. McCrary also banked back-to-back double digit sack seasons in 1997 and again in 1998.
In 77 games with the Ravens, McCrary reeled in a total of 297 combined tackles and 42 sacks. His one lone interception came in the 2001 season. Today, McCrary is a Ravens Ring of Honor inductee.
DE Sam Adams
A former teammate of McCrary, Adams came to join him two years after McCrary departed from Seattle. Adams racked up two Pro Bowls, a first-team All-Pro nod, second team All-Pro selection, and became a Super Bowl XXXV champion, all in just two seasons with the Ravens!
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