My Joe Flacco Blog

In 2008, the Baltimore Ravens had a tremendous season with the guidance of rookie quarterback Joe Flacco.

With the leadership of Joe Flacco and a stellar defense, the Baltimore Ravens finished the season 11-5, 2nd in the AFC North. 2009 may be the "year" for the Ravens. They can build on the teams success 08' and take it one step further, Super Bowl XXIV in Miami, Florida.

The majority of the 2008 team remains intact, but the key loss is defensive coach Rex Ryan - who is now the head coach of the New York Jets. Despite this, the personell on defense still remain fierce and are determined to stop opponents in their tracks.

Overall, the defense is becoming older but their competitive spirit is as high as ever. Ray Lewis is their emotional on-field and locker room leader. As long as Lewis is still performing at a high level, the Ravens defense will be a force to be reckoned with. Ed Reed is still one of the best, if not THE, best free-safety in the game today as well.

2009 for the Baltimore Ravens has proven to be something of a surprise - they have a potent offense unlike in years past. RB Willis McGahee, WR Derrick Mason, WR Ray Rice and WR Todd Heap give Flacco excellent targets every Sunday.

The Ravens are averaging over 400 yards in total offense per game thus far. With the combination of a consistent offense and a defense that still strikes fear in other teams, there is no telling how far the Ravens can go.

There is no "sophomore jinx" with Joe Flacco - if anything Flacco has improved as a quarterback. His decision making and poise are a fantastic skill set all young quarterbacks aspire to raise the Lombardi Trophy in February.

Ryan Lacioca is loving the football season so far, and discussing The AFC must know that the Baltimore Ravens will be a threat  it all at the Baltimore Ravens forum, and playing a free fantasy football games at RootZoo.