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5 Baltimore Ravens That Went Backwards In 2016

By Chris Schisler

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Oct 1, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh (L) and wide receiver Kamar Aiken (11) celebrate while leaving the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. The Ravens won 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh (L) and wide receiver Kamar Aiken (11) celebrate while leaving the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. The Ravens won 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

Here are 5 Baltimore Ravens who went backwards this season:

The Baltimore Ravens had some guys seemingly disappear this season. These players had come into the season with high expectations and exited the season not knowing where they stand with the team.

1. Kamar Aiken

Last season Aiken caught 75 passes for almost 1,000 yards. This season he only had 29 receptions and 328 yards. The biggest problem for Aiken, was finding a role in the offense. Last season Aiken took over the role that Steve Smith Sr. had before getting hurt. With Smith Sr. back in the fold, Aiken was going to see less targets.

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As unavoidable as his dip in production was, this was a horribly big dip. On a team that wasn’t exactly stocked with fantastic receivers, Aiken barely made an impact. Aiken only scored one touchdown, and only registered three plays over 20 yards.

The Ravens went into the season thinking Aiken would play a larger role. He had built such a good chemistry with Joe Flacco last season. Aiken looked strong in training camp and the preseason. Now Aiken hits free agency not knowing what to expect. He certainly didn’t help himself this season. If Aiken returns, it won’t be for very much money (in NFL terms).

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