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Baltimore Ravens: 5 Reasons They Can Be Contenders

By Chris Schisler

Oct 1, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh yells to his team during the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. The Ravens won the game, 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jason Bridge-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh yells to his team during the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. The Ravens won the game, 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jason Bridge-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 7, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; A view of the pocket as Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) passes while tackle Eugene Monroe (60) and Baltimore Ravens guard Kelechi Osemele (72) and guard Marshal Yanda (73) and tackle Ricky Wagner (71) block in the first quarter of game at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Barr-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 7, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; A view of the pocket as Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) passes while tackle Eugene Monroe (60) and Baltimore Ravens guard Kelechi Osemele (72) and guard Marshal Yanda (73) and tackle Ricky Wagner (71) block in the first quarter of game at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Barr-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Because The Offensive Line Will Be Surprisingly Strong

Ravens fans are tired of the off and on injuries of Eugene Monroe. I get that but he is still being paid highly and he isn’t going anywhere. The Ravens would be wise to get a solid back up to Monroe, but he is the Ravens left tackle at the moment. Monroe is a solid left tackle when he is on the field. He isn’t the Ravens biggest problem.

John Urschel will fill in for Kelechi Osemele who went to the Oakland Raiders. Urschel is a strong guard that can get the job done. Jeremy Zuttah is a reliable center. Marshall Yanda is the Ravens best offensive lineman of all time not named Jonathon Ogden. Rick Wagner has been a great right tackle. Admit it, the Ravens offensive line looks solid.

Next: A Thank You Letter To The Ravens

I’m not saying this team is going to win it all in 2016. It is too early for that. What I’m saying is that the Ravens could easily be contenders. Is it football season yet?

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