Michael Turner

Film Study: Looking back at the Ravens and Giants

2012-12-18 17:01:00

Each week, Baltimore Sun reporters Aaron Wilson and Matt Vensel look back at the Ravens’ previous game and that of their next opponent Broncos 34, Ravens 17 Strategy: It was an underwhelming debut for new offensive coordinator Jim Caldwell....

Ravens defense rebounds vs. Browns in red zone

2012-11-04 17:23:00

Vulnerable against the run, stonewalled by blockers and often susceptible to speedy receivers, the Ravens' defense is rarely described as stingy nowadays. The last remnants of what was once a stout defense were on display Sunday when the Ravens' backs...

Which NFL team is currently the best?

2012-10-17 16:03:18

Falcons keep coming Dan Pompei Chicago Tribune If you are looking for the next 1972 Miami Dolphins, you won't find it. That type of team does not exist. Not this year, anyway. Every team will have dips, valleys, slumps and losses. But you have to give...

Ray Rice likes his role in team's no-huddle

2012-09-13 16:24:00

Wearing a sharp designer suit, Ravens running back Ray Rice exited M&T Bank Stadium late Monday night looking as fresh and content as he did at any point during his team record-breaking 2011 season. He had just scored two touchdowns and gained 93 yards...

CORRECTION: Rice in running for weekly award for third time this season

2012-01-03 07:00:00

Ray Rice is becoming a regular in the competition to be named the FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week. For the third time this season, the Ravens running back is vying for the award after rushing 24 times for 191 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday’...

Rice captures weekly award for second time this season

2012-01-04 13:09:00

Ray Rice was named the FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week Wednesday, joining the Philadelphia Eagles’ LeSean McCoy as the only two-time winners of this honor in 2011. The Ravens running back was cited for rushing 24 times for 191 yards and two...

Fantasy Fodder season preview: Ranking fantasy running backs

2011-08-16 11:00:00

Chances are a running back will be the first player to come off the board in your fantasy league unless one of your fellow owners has a serious crush on Michael Vick or is the father/mother/sibling/spouse of a current NFL player. Running backs no longer...

Towson Football Preview 2011

2011-08-31 00:49:00

While area prep squads prepare for new season, coaches are feverishly attempting to figure out the best way to put more oomph into offenses and determination into defenses. Look for your favorite team's most uplifting prospects below: Boys' Latin...

Fantasy Fodder: Why Rice looked like a top-five back

2011-09-14 11:30:00

Ray Rice was both a reality and fantasy football difference-maker in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Steelers. He rushed for 107 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries and added four catches for 42 yards and a score. The pint-sized powerhouse set the tone for...

NFL power rankings: Who is ahead of the Ravens?

2011-10-05 12:00:00

A month into the 2011 season, the 3-1 Ravens have established themselves as one of the early favorites to play in the Super Bowl in February. They manhandled the two teams that played in last season’s AFC championship -- the Pittsburgh Steelers...

Fantasy Fodder: Tebow, DHB, Cruz and dining on desperation

2011-10-11 13:30:00

In last week's installment of Fantasy Fodder, I cautioned you to not panic and trade away one of five notable early-season disappointments if your team was stuck in the cellar. I hope this past week was better for you. This week, we're going to turn...

Who should be the primary backup to Ray Rice in 2011?

2011-08-02 07:30:00

Among the holes left to fill for the Ravens, who have endured a mass roster exodus in free agency, is at running back, where the team has gone from having a three-headed monster to one proven back in Ray Rice. It’s a lower priority behind adding...

Falcons running back Michael Turner is brought down by 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis after a short gain in the NFC championship game.

2013-01-20 00:00:00

Everybody's been talking about the imminent demise of Michael Turner all season, but it really has never come. Instead, we're looking at a solid time share in which both guys seem willing and able to get fed enough carries to be relevant.

2012-12-04 11:31:00

Tight end Tony Gonzalez #88 of the Atlanta Falcons rblocks for running back Michael Turner #33 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers November 25, 2012 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Falcons won 24–23.

2012-11-26 02:10:33