Okay, I know I've already done a Sitcho Azz Down post for the week, but this one warrants another post. Rex Ryan, the lovable, hugable Jets coach (and former Ravens defensive coordinator) is a good guy. He's a good coach and I always wished him the best of luck in Gang Green Land. But sometimes Sexy Rexy doesn't know when to STFU.

Ravens S Ed Reed is currently rehabbing from hip surgery he had earlier in the year. While the Ravens are contemplating on whether or not they should place Reed on the Physically-Unable-To-Perform list (or known better as the PUP List), Ryan seems to have this notion that Reed will play. According to the Baltimore Sun, Rex explains why he thinks Reed will play in the Monday Night opener against the Jets. Here's a tidbit of what he said:

“Somebody asked me about Ed Reed saying, ‘You know Ed Reed hasn’t practiced,’” Ryan said.

“I said, guys, Ed Reed will play this game. Now he might not play the second game, third game or fourth game, whatever, but Ed Reed is going to play this game. I think part of that is a respect thing. He knows how disappointed I would be if he didn’t play. I want to win the game, but I want to play against Ed. I want them at their best and I know they will be.”

Uhhhh... Earth To Rexy: Reed doesn't play for you. He plays for the Baltimore Ravens. Why would he care anymore if he disappoints YOU, and not his current head coach, John Harbaugh?

As far as the respect comment goes, respect shouldn't even be a factor if a player is coming off of surgery. This isn't an ankle sprain... this man was operated on! Reed needs to worry about the best interest of HIM as well as the team that pays him, not some former coordinator that's moved on and will become the enemy come September 13th.

I love Rex Ryan.. but Rex needs to sit his chunky azz down.

If you follow the Baltimore Ravens or Ed Reed closely, than you would know that Pro Bowl S Ed Reed has always been known as a quiet guy. A guy who doesn't really speak with reporters much, rarely speaks to them when he has great games and non existent when the Ravens lose. And we've grown to accept and respect Reed's silence.

But now... Reed won't shut up.

Reed has decided to open up lately.... a LOT. And it's gotten to the point where some of his comments are becoming petty. Reed has recently given sound byte after sound byte to the local media, in an uncharacteristic way. Let's take a look at the things Reed has sounded off about in the past week alone:

His Contract

Reed has said publicly that he was looking for a new deal (he's 3 years into a 6-year, $ 40 million deal). When asked by 105.7 the Fan, a Baltimore radio station, Reed said the following, “I’m not making it a big deal. I think it needs to be taken care of”. He then elaborated more about his current contract by saying the following, "There are six, seven players in front of me [financially] at my position that I honestly wouldn't let hold my jock, and I don't even wear one,"



Well alright!!!!!!

Listen, Reed is a smart guy. He knows his value and wants to be treated as such. However I think 3 things about his comments. One, it's hard to ask for a new deal when you are only at 35%, according to your own account. This is and always be a, "What have you done for me" kind of league anyway. Second, at the time he received the contract, he was the highest paid safety in the league, and rightfully so. But now, because someone else is getting more money than you, you fuss? There's a chance that a guy will get a new contract every year and somehow make more than you. Is your contract supposed to be restructured every year??? And lastly, letting us know you don't wear a jock strap is info that I don't think many of us needed.. we got your point without the visuals.


On Marc Bulger


When the subject of newly acquired QB Marc Bulger came up, Reed showed his utmost support for backup Troy Smith while taking a shot at Bulger, all at once. In another interview Reed said, "I honestly think at the quarterback position Troy was the guy and is the guy, and he's more than qualified to lead the team to a championship. And I think that Marc Bulger is just another guy. He's just another guy that has been in the league and been around."


Another guy? Let's see..... Bulger is a 2 time Pro Bowler who is very capable at the backup role. While some of his years on record seem bad on the surface, Bulger has dealt with injuries and an awful offensive line to match. At this point, Bulger has done more than Smith as far as experience. I have no problem with supporting a teammate and a friend. But to make a shot at Bulger was tacky.


On His "Lack Of Support" From The Team

A couple of days after Reed said he wouldn't elaborate in his "minor" rift with the team, he opened his mouth anyway. Reed told the Ravens flagship station WBAL AM that the team wasn't being supportive by ...........................................................wait for it...........................................................................not giving him film to study.

I don't make this up if I could. Reed told reporters, "I had to give an excuse, that's what was told to me. This is the organization that you want me to play for. I got the text message to prove it, so this ain't nothing I'm not lying about."

Reed goes a step further by saying, "I don't have to be playing for them. I could retire. I don't need the money. They could come and get the money if they want. Money don't me. Money didn't put me here."



Uhhhhh......... okay!!!!

Listen, I'm sure this is something that could have been ironed out smoothly. Maybe even a misunderstanding or something. So you go into a , "I don't have to be playing for them" rant to the PUBLIC because you didn't get some game film??? While I know Reed is a guy that loves to study the game, I don't think this was something that should have been brought to the public light. This sounds petty as hell, if you ask me. I'm sure this is something that could have been dealt with accordingly.

My Take: This sounds to me like the classic case of child wanting the toy, not getting it right away, and having a tantrum in the middle of the store. I think we all agree that Reed should be paid for his worth. I'm not mad in the least that he's looking for a new deal. But it's the WAY he conducts his business that is very petty. Being 35% healthy may not be the best time to re-hash the whole contract thing, Ed. maybe once you're back on the field, it can/should be visited. But until then, get healthy... and STFU!

Every year I head out to McDaniel College in Westminster, MD to the Ravens Training Camp. This year was no different... except usually I go to the afternoon session. This year I decided to mix it up a bit.

So, I get myself, my son and his football buddy up at 6am Saturday morning to get dressed and ready to take the 35 min drive. The 1st session doesn't start until 8:45, but we get there at 7:55. It's early, to say the least.

As we are pulling into the parking lot, right in front of us is this vintage looking car that was decked in Raven Purple with Ravens decals throughout the car. It was a beauty.


The middle aged guy hopped of his classic, straightened his Ravens clad outfit, and moved to the side so that people, like myself, can take pics of his awesome looking car. My son and his friend were in awe for about 3 seconds before they were ready to move to their next venture.

So as we head near the field, we are welcomed by the "Training Camp" sign... ahhhh...

I was getting excited just by seeing it. Just a reminder that football is officially on its way and my Sundays will go back to normal again.

As soon as we realize that the morning session hadn't started yet, my son (who I will affectionately call "the boy" from here, on out) and his buddy wants to head back to the Ravenstown Fan Zone, where kids can participate in the interactive games, such as the Football Skills Instruction, QB Armchair Challenge and practice kicking field goals. Needless to say, the boy and his buddy where there the ENTIRE time. Not once did they come out of that area to watch practice, at least not until the end.

So I head over and sat in the VIP section to watch the practice (shout out to Ravens Security, I love my guys!). The area is on the 50 yard line and while it's not velvet rope treatment, it's never crowded and is a sitting area for friends and family of players and staff. Of course you know I'm totally awesome and the Ravens realize that too, so they looked out for me on Saturday.

So on the field my eyes go. I watched the morning practice minus the kids. A few things I learned while watching the practice:

1. Ray Rice is gonna be a BEAST this season. He was a force the entire time during practice. I don't remember him having much of a spin move last season, but he did it a few times yesterday and I was extremely impressed by how quick and strong he is. Fantasy players, I think you will be very pleased if you pick him up in your draft. He's a gem to this team. McGahee who??

2. The long ball seemed to be the focus for all 3 QB's in yesterday's practice. It seemed like every time the deep ball was thrown, the defense was ready and the receiver was double covered. At one point, Flacco threw an INT to S Dawan Landry and seemed to be pretty pissed off at himself afterward. But Flacco did have some good passes, like a 44-yard completion to Demetrius Williams. Overall, he was just okay. Troy Smith was alright well. Both QB's made throws that would make you go, "Hmmmm...." but I'm not tripping, it's training camp. Mess up now, but when Sept. 13th gets here, it needs to be fixed.

3. The little bit I saw from newly signed rookie Michael Oher, I liked a lot. He is definitely a talent and if he gets better, then the Ravens O-Line can very well become one of the best in the league, without question. He is very elusive. I love the upside he comes with.

4. Though he had on a red mesh jersey, Ed Reed still participated in full practice. His body language did look out-of-sync to me. But then again, I have no idea what it's like playing with a nerve impingement. I just hope nothing happens to him in training camp. Y'all know how I feel about Reed. Let something happen to him and see how I react.


5. Little kids are just as excited about football than grown ups. The cutest group of young kids sat in front of us on the ground, watching practice. All were no older than 5, and they were so excited it put a smile on everyone's face. One child said, "Hi Flacco!! Go Flacco, Go!", while another child screamed, "LOOK! There's Ray Lewis!!! That's Ray-Ray!!" It was so adorable

On my way back to the Fan Zone to check on the boys, I ran into the legendary "Fan Man".

This guy is very known around the area. He is always shown on camera during Ravens games. In addition to his "face" being known, so is his Purple Bus, one that he rides and tailgates during football season.

The guy is super nice, and his ride is too cool.... or corny, depending on how you look at it.

I get the boys up and we get ready to get in the Ravens Rookies line, an area where they let children go to get players autographs, away from the adults. It's a great idea really, some of these grown folks will straight up run you over to get a souvenir signed. They go over with their items and pens and were ready to.

Overall, they were pretty pleased with their autographs. Anytime you can get Ray Lewis' autograph, it's a good day.

The boy got mad when Flacco missed him and didn't sign his helmet, but all of that was a distant memory 5 mins later when WR Mark Clayton came over and gave the boy his towel (why he would want it, is beyond me. I think it's really gross to have a stinky, sweaty towel. But he was happy so I was happy).

The boy was so ecstatic, in fact, that he tried to bring the towel with him inside Bob Evans Restaurant after we left. Ummm... excuse me... but put that sweaty azz towel down!

Overall, it was a great day. The sun was shining, the fans were cheering and, as usual, I fully enjoyed myself. I suggest every fan to go to a training camp of their favorite team, especially if you have children. It's an experience to remember. It's the most intimate way to see your favorite players for free and get autographs and up-close pics in the process.

I'm sure I'll be back next week. The boy is on a mission for that Flacco autograph.


Flacco and Co:


Matt Birk in the "other" purple uni. Welcome to Baltimore!

Not sure if you guys and gals got a chance to view ESPN.com today, but AFC North blogger James Walker has the featured storytoday. The topic?? The Smartest and Best All Around Player in the division.

Voted by 32 players in the division under anonymity, the Ravens Ed Reed won the Best All Around Player, while Steelers Troy Polamalu won the Smartest Player Award. Now, while any player in the division could be included in this voting (James Harrison tied for 2nd with Polamalu for Best All Around Player), the spotlight was on 2 of the best safeties in the league.... again!

With the high regards, comes the resurface of the great debate. Who's the better safety in the NFL, Reed or Polamalu??

If any of you know me, you know that I DESPISE this debate. It's pointless, stupid and makes no sense to compare the two. If I haven't explained this a millions times, make this a million and one. Here are reasons why you shouldn't compare the two

1. Two different positions- Reed is a free safety, Polamalu is a strong safety... Now I'm sure folks already know this. But did you also know that they have different names because they do different things???

The free safety makes sure WRs like Larry Fitzgerald, T.O. and Steve Smith don't score. He's the guy that's suppose to make the play if the LBs and CBs blow it.

The strong safety is the one that has a little more responsibility. He usually stops the TE if he becomes a receiver and plays closer with the CBs on the stronger side of the field.

Now that we learned this lesson in class boys and girls, let's take a quiz. Does the strong safety and the free safety have the same responsibility??? If you said no, you're right!!! Gold star for you!!!


(yes this is sarcasm... you gotta love me lol)

2. Two different players- The Reed and Polamalu comparison makes absolutely no sense to me. They are two totally different players who contribute in different ways to their defense.

Reed is the top playmaker for the Ravens. He's known to get INTs and making points out of them. His strengths can be more mental than physical. Reed is every deep threat's nightmare.

QB's who play him knows what he's capable of. And even though they may still try and test him, often times they end up wishing they could take that pass back. Throw on his side, and you take the risk of giving him a Pick Six. Reed is 6th on the career INT yards list

Polamalu is a more physical player. He's good at getting INTs too, but his strengths are different.

He can play the line of scrimmage and play the role similar to a linebacker. On running plays, blockers have to account for him. The same for pass plays. He can stop a RB or blitz the QB. He's the guy who stays on your TE when he's in the middle of coverage. He's also the guy that will knock you on your a$$ and make you think again before going anywhere near his part of the field.



Of course, a lot of people love to compare the two for numerous reasons. First, they are division rivals. They play for 2 of the best defenses in the league. Second, they are both safeties and third, they are both dominant at their positions. But to me, this is not a competition. Both players are great in their own right. They both have different strengths and if they were ever on the same team they would be able to co exist.


The intent for Walker's article was not to compare the 2 at all. However, because both players were at the top of the respected category, it started the smack talk and e-thugging between Ravens and Steelers fans (see comments below article). Reed does not = Polamalu and vice versa. It's time fans start realizing this.

The good ol' Great Debate arises again... let's hope it dies soon, once and for all.

I've made it no secret that I'm a Ravens fan. I love my team and will always support my team. Although some folks in my blog family has called me a homer ( *cough* Ed The Sports Fan *cough*), I'm far from it. When the Ravens do bad, I ream them a new one on what they did wrong. When they do things right, I praise them. But no matter what they do, I'll always love the purple and black.

This off season, I've heard a lot of doubt from the naysayers about the 2009 Ravens defense. How they will drop off from last year, how certain pieces to the puzzle are gone and an inexperienced coach will have us slump out of the Top 5 in total defense. Even NFL.com has the Ravens declining in some areas in 2009.

It is my duty to prove you guys wrong and give you reasons why folks shouldn't be so soon to write the Ravens defense off just yet.


1) Ngata, Ray Ray and REEEEEEEEEEEEEDDD-


There are 3 good reasons why the Ravens will not fall in 2009. NT Haloti Ngata, LB Ray Lewis and S Ed Reed. While most folks know all about Lewis and Reed, not many fans outside of Baltimore have heard about Ngata. The former 1st round pick out of Oregon hasn't done anything flashy. But he plugs holes and makes plays. Ngata is very well respected around the league by his opposition. Steelers NT Casey Hampton once told Ngata that he selected him for the Pro Bowl and that he's snubbed every year he doesn't get in. If that's not respect, then I don't know what is. Ngata is a hell of an athlete. Don't let his 6'4", 335 lb frame fool you. Ask Houston's QB Sage Rosenfels about Ngata's athleticism.


As for Ray and Reed, they are natural born leaders and great athletes in their own right. While Lewis isn't the spring chicken he one was, he's still one of the best emotional leaders and teachers of the game. Whatever skills have diminished on the field, he's made up for in teaching young LBs how to study film and learn their opponent. Lewis is known to have one of the best football instincts around. With newcomers like Tavares Gooden, Jameel McClain and Antwan Barnes, Ray has a lot to show these young LBs how they can excel. Reed is a beast, even with a nerve impingement injury. His career shows why he continues to make this defense better



2) The Ozzie Factor


Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome has always been great at picking up defensive pieces of the Ravens' puzzle. The Wizard Of Oz has drafted the likes of Lewis, Reed and Terrell Suggs and signed free agents such as Tony Siragusa, Rod Woodson and Trevor Pryce. The best knack that Newsome has, is the signing of undrafted rookie free agents. Players such as Bart Scott, Maake Kemoeatu and Will Demps, all have contributed heavily to the Ravens defense.

When good players left the Ravens for big contracts, Ozzie brought in new players who fit the system. The former players became a distant memory, thanks to Newsome's specialty of getting defensive players who fits the Ravens style of playing defense.

If Ed Hartwell doesn't leave for the Atlanta Falcons, whose to say that Bart Scott would've become a starter? If Dawan Landry doesn't get hurt, whose to say you would know who Jim Leonhard is??? There is a reason why Oz is regarded as one of the Top 5 GMs in the NFL.



3) History Says So


People love to bring up the fact that the Ravens lost so many key components on defense. Rex Ryan, Bart Scott and Jim Leonard have all gone to NY to coach/play for the Jets. But history shows that the Ravens won't miss a beat. Ryan's predecessors, Marvin Lewis and Mike Nolan, weren't too shabby as coordinators either.

The 2000 Ravens are regarded as one of the best defenses of all time. I think some forget, that Ravens fans heard the same thing when Lewis left for the Redskins after the 2001 season. Media outlets and others thought that the Ravens would fall off. The 2002 season did show decline, but that was due the departure of Siragusa, Woodson, Rob Burnett and the injury of Ray Lewis early in the season. The new scheme of Mike Nolan was also a factor (they swtich from a 4-3 to a 3-4 defense), but the team went from 22nd in total defense in 2002 to 3rd in 2003.

Nolan accepted a head coaching job with the 49ers in 2005, and the naysayers came right back with the same accusations. That we would struggle and decline. But once Ryan stepped in, the Ravens D accelerated, having the #1 overall defense in 2006. Since 2000, there was only one season in which the Ravens defense ranked lower than 6th (2002 salary purged season), which says a lot for Lewis, Nolan and Ryan as defensive coordinators.


4) Mattison Factor


If any coach is up for the job, it's Greg Mattison. The former defensive coordinator for the Florida Gators has been coaching football for over 35 years. Mattison has already said that there won't be many major changes from Ryan's defense.

Mattison is known best as a pressure lover, and likes to blitz the QB at any chance given. He is also used to working with a lot of speed players, which work well in his system. With the off season acquisitions of Dominique Foxworth and Chris Carr, and the promotion of Tavares Gooden to replace Bart Scott, the Ravens are looking to be faster on defense, which is right up Mattison's alley.

Folks like to remind us that Mattison only has one year of NFL experience under his belt. But during his inaugural season, he was able to learn from one of the best. Mattison got to see first hand how Ryan ran his defenses and can now emulate a similar game plan and turn it into his own. The players have so far said they really like his defensive schemes and have always had a good relationship with Mattison.


I'm not going to go out on a limb and say they will be #2 like 2008 or better. But in my mind they are still a Top 5 defense all the way around. With Kelly Gregg coming back from being on IR last year and the new addition of Gooden at LB, this team can be just as good as last year, if not better. Only time will tell. But when September 13th arrives, we'll find out soon enough

You all know I love the NFL and I try to write about all 32 teams whenever I can. But in the midst of doing that, I tend to neglect my favorite team. My boys in purple and black. As you all know, I'm a HUGE Ravens fan (so what I just repeated my bio!). So I need to show my hometown team some love more often. Starting with... today.

The Ravens haven't been around that long (they are going into their 14th NFL season), but boy do they have a lot of history behind them. A Super Bowl title, 3 Defensive MVPs, one of the greatest Defenses of all time (statistically), and record breaking INTs, just to name a few. In their short time, the Ravens have truly made a name for themselves. I wanted to dedicate today's blog to my Top 5 players in Ravens history. I'm sure for all of my fellow Ravens fans, you will have a different list, adding and/or subtracting others. But they're all favorites to me... okay, sorry for the corny moment. But you get my point. Here we go:

#5- RB Jamal Lewis



One stat that has Jamal on my Top 5 list- 2,066 yards. That was the amount of yards Jamal rushed for during the 2003 season, adding him to an elite class of the 2,000 yds club. Of those yds, 500 of them alone came against the Cleveland Browns (Lewis set a single game rushing record of 295 yards, which has since been broken by Adrian Peterson). Without J Lew, the Ravens don't get into the playoffs that season. Kyle Boller was hurt and Anthony Wright came in to fill the QB spot, which meant that Jamal had to carry the load and he did just that. Jamal would have been higher on my list, but when he signed with the Browns in 2007 he became a real jerk and talked bad about the Ravens and their offensive line- the same line that helped him get those 2,066 yards. After that, it wasn't hard seeing him go at all. But he still makes my list.



#4- TE Shannon Sharpe




Okay, I know what you are going to say... Sharpe only played 2 seasons with the Ravens, why is he on this list?? Well, because I truly believe we do not get to the Super Bowl in 2000 if it weren't for him. Look, we all know the Ravens defense was a monster back then. No one could run or throw against us, we were that good. But how many have forgotten about how poor the offense was? Who remembers the 5 game drounght without a TD?


That was a rough time to be a Ravens fan. When the playoffs came around, Shannon was on his A game. In the Wild Card game, he turned a possible INT into a TD to beat his former team, the Broncos. In the Titans game he had a key catch that led the Ravens inside the Titans' 10. In the AFC Championship game he had a 96 yard TD against the Raiders. If Sharpe isn't on this team, the Ravens don't win the Super Bowl, point blank. Not to mention, he gave the best sound bytes while he was here (remember him calling Plaxico Burress "Plexiglass" LOL). I don't care if he was cut after the 2001 season, that's my dawg and I'm sticking to it.



#3 T Jonathon Ogden




This seems really unfair to put him at #3. He's the Ravens first ever draft pick (thank goodness Ozzie didn't listen to Modell and choose Lawrence Phillips). A cornerstone on the offensive line for 12 seasons. Future Hall Of Famer. He's done so much to help the Ravens during his tenure. Affectionately known as JO, he's been one of the most consistent players this team has ever had. And passionate. Whenever JO had a problem with the offensive scheme, play calling and protection, he had no problems telling his coaches what was on his mind. When Ogden had toe issues and missed playing time, he still came in the game and dominated while making it to the Pro Bowl. That's the kind of player he was. JO retired after the 2007 season, but no fan will ever forget him. Ogden will go down as one of the greatest offensive tackles in the NFL. He'll most certainly be our very first Ravens inducted in Canton, and I can't wait!




#2 S Ed Reed




I guess by now you see I have some kind of football love affair with Reed. He was #1 on my Fave Five list and now he's #2 on this list. But how can he NOT be on this list?! Coming out of Miami (the U) in 2002, Reed was a monster on special teams, especially blocking punts. But when he came into his own at the safety position..... he elevated his game to a new level. Reed is highly regarded around the league and Ravens fans adore him. A nice guy and a great player, Reed gives his all on the field week in and week out. Folks wait for him to make plays just so they can call his name, "REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDD" at M&T Bank Stadium. People who can't stand the Ravens usually to make an exception to the rule with Reed. How do you dislike the guy and keep a straight face saying it?




#1 LB Ray Lewis



Do I really have to explain why he's #1 on this list??? *sigh* okay.
13 years in the league, 10 Pro Bowls, 8 All Pros, 2 Defensive MVPs, 1 Super Bowl MVP, and a partridge in a pear tree. Case closed.

I hope you guys enjoyed the list. We've made it down to our #1 in the Fave Five Football Players to watch... and I'm sure most of you already have an idea who it is. If you didn't think of this guy to be in YOUR fave five, then you're a hater, straight up! I'm calling you out... you drink Haterade and you are from Haiti if you don't even think of him when you think of exciting football.


#1- Ed Reed- S, Baltimore Ravens



Okay, I already know what you guys and gals are going to say. That I'm being completely biased in my decision to put Reed as #1 on my list. You know that I hail the purple and black and think that, if it weren't for Reed being a Raven, he wouldn't even be on this list.... But you'd be wrong.. as wrong as you could ever be.

Reed could have played on any team... and he'd still get my #1 vote. If he was a Steeler (*gasping*) or even a Redskin (*gag*), he's my # 1 guy. The fact that he just so happens to play for my team doesn't mean I'm biased at all... It simply means I get to see his greatness much more than any other player I mentioned so far. Ed Reed is a living highlight.

If you want me to get technical and bring up stats to support my choice... okay done! Reed lead the league with 9 interceptions in 2008. He had 265 interception yards, which was 2nd in the league last year. His 107 yd INT for a TD is an NFL record.


The previous record he broke?? His own, which was a 106 yd INT in 2004. Reed is 6th all time in interception return yards with 1, 144. Reed only needs 344 yds to pass Rod Woodson for the number 1 spot. And that is just what he did this year!!! There's no doubt about it, Ed Reed can ball.

Reed isn't as vocal a leader like Ray Lewis on the Ravens D. But he is their emotional leader. The defense feeds off of his energy and determination, which speaks volumes. Reed has nursed a nerve injury in his neck and shoulder all of last season. He was told that, if he had surgery on it now, it could possibly end his career in the NFL. Reed basically practiced with a red jersey (meaning no contact) for the majority of the season, yet still came out to make plays each and every Sunday. One word.... Wow!


Even if you hate the Ravens, you have a soft spot for Ed Reed. He's one of the most exciting players out there, and will probably go down as one of the greatest safeties ever to play the game. Even Ronnie Lott has given Reed props on how good he is, and Reed isn't nearly the hard hitter that Lott was. My son changed his number to 20 before the start of his football season, after a kid who previously had the number, left the team. The reason why he did it? "Because I want to have the same number as my favorite player ever.. Ed Reed".


In addition to being an exciting player, Reed is one of the nicest guys you'll meet. Every year during training camp, Reed signs every last paper, football, hat.. anything fans put out for signing. He's always the last in line, and tries not to miss one item.

My #1 player goes to one that is deserving as anyone I know... Ed Reed is the real deal, and I cannot wait until the 2009 season to see what new tricks he has up his sleeve... but I know I won't be disappointed. ESPN and NFL Network, getcha highlight packages ready!


Disclaimer: Sorry about the "theme songs" but these are really good highlights of Reed