Ravens Get Their Guy

by Vandalay14 | 8 years ago | 0 Comments

The Ravens filled their most glaring need via free agency with the signing of quarterback Matthew Stafford.  Shortly after the completion of the 2017 season, the team released longtime signal caller Joe Flacco in order to free up team finances.  This, however, left the team with only one QB on the roster, and Kevin Hogan was not considered a serious candidate to be the team's starter going forward.  

Stafford signed a 3 year deal for roughly $13M per season.  This is not "cheap" but the team felt it was necessary to get a proper thrower under center.  Stafford is considered to have one of the strongest arms in the OMFL and his accuracy has developed as well.  Stafford was the first pick in the 2009 draft and has spent his entire career playing for the Detroit Lions.  He recently piloted the 2016 OMFL Bowl runner-up Lions though his overall yardage and production has slipped the past couple of year.  Team officials are confident he can be very productive in Baltimore.