Big Red Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 (edited) This is the guy that made Peter Boulware expendable. He is expected to not only start, but sack the jebus out of the QB. No word yet on how bad, but this would slightly downgrade the Ravend D if it's a big injury. From http://www.baltimoresun.com Dan Cody, the Ravens' second-round draft pick, went down with a knee injury in the first day of training camp practices today at McDaniel College. Cody was participating in contact drills this morning and was hurt shortly after 10:30 a.m. He limped to the sidelines and was then carted off the field for further evaluation on his right knee. Cody, a 6-foot-3, 260-pound defensive end out of Oklahoma, was the 53rd pick overall in this year's draft. Edited August 1, 2005 by Big Red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjpro11 Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 it could be either a torn ligament.. or simply twisted it a bit.. thats what the media leaves you to speculate until they provide more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratesownninjas Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 Dan Cody is a tough player, and a really nice guy. I met him a few times when he was playing at OU. I hope there was no ligement damage, I've been really looking forward to him playing in that defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 ....I've been really looking forward to him playing in that defense. 904444[/snapback] me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trots Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 First the Orioles, now this.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Red Posted August 1, 2005 Author Share Posted August 1, 2005 First the Orioles, now this.... 904865[/snapback] At least it's not a 10 game steroid suspension. Guess there was something to what Canseco said. You make a 7 figure salary, read the fracking ingredients nimrod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted August 1, 2005 Share Posted August 1, 2005 You make a 7 figure salary, read the fracking ingredients nimrod. 905100[/snapback] You're not really buying his story, are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Red Posted August 2, 2005 Author Share Posted August 2, 2005 Sounds like he may be done for the year. From http://www.thebaltimoresun.com While first-round draft pick Mark Clayton has yet to report to training camp, the Ravens' top defensive rookie might never return this season. Linebacker Dan Cody sprained the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee midway through the team's first practice yesterday, officially sidelining the second-round pick indefinitely. Although he will be re-evaluated later in camp when the swelling has settled down, the Ravens have resigned themselves privately to losing him for the year. A magnetic resonance imaging test revealed between a second- and third-degree sprain, which are the two most severe conditions. The loss of Cody would deliver a sizable blow to the Ravens' pass rush. He was projected to play rush end in passing situations, the role previously reserved for Peter Boulware. "A lot was going to be expected of him," defensive coordinator Rex Ryan said. Cody's injury is even more jolting when considering he was never touched. In the final team drill, he was trying to change directions on a flea flicker, spinning to his left when the running back tossed the ball back to the quarterback. Then, after planting his foot to run downfield, he just dropped to the ground and held his knee. It's been a frenetic first two days of camp for Cody. He signed his four-year contract just before reporting Sunday night and needed to be carted off the field a day later. Cody walked gingerly on crutches through the team hotel, applying no weight on his right leg. This marks the latest setback for Cody, a first-round talent who plummeted in the draft because many teams were wary of his bout with clinical depression in 2001. "You never want to see an injury, but it's bound to happen," defensive end Tony Weaver said. "Regardless of who goes down, the next man has to step up." The next man is Roderick Green, a fifth-round pick in 2004. He will take over for Cody as the other pass rushing end opposite Terrell Suggs, but the Ravens won't be able to replace the depth at strong-side linebacker. The original plan was to have Cody rotate with starter Adalius Thomas, who would be able to contribute more on special teams (where he was a Pro Bowl performer). With Cody down, the Ravens likely will use Thomas primarily on defense unless they can add another linebacker who can rush the passer. One possible candidate could be Boulware. Team officials have not contacted the franchise's all-time sack leader, but wouldn't rule out his coming back. Boulware, who missed all of last season with knee and toe injuries, was a salary cap casualty by the Ravens three months ago after he refused to restructure his contract. Last month, he wanted to show he had recovered from his injuries with a workout, which was attended by the Cleveland Browns, Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans and Pittsburgh Steelers. Still, Boulware remains a free agent. Asked last night whether he would consider re-signing with the Ravens, Boulware said: "Anything is possible. My mind is open to it." Meanwhile, there has been no progress in contract talks with Clayton, the 22nd overall selection. The sides, though, continue to negotiate. "I have no further knowledge as to what the contractual situation is with Mark Clayton," coach Brian Billick said. Talks should have been helped with the deal signed last week by Oakland cornerback Fabian Washington, who was taken one spot after Clayton. Using the league's unofficial slotting system, Clayton should earn just slightly more than Washington's five-year, $7.8 million contract. Asked if Clayton's deal could be reached quickly, Billick said, "Certainly, but it's not my concern right now." Quarterback Kyle Boller, who boarded Clayton at his house during minicamps this offseason, talked with him Sunday and appeared optimistic that the receiver would come to camp shortly. "He wants to be here," said Boller, who was also a holdout two years ago. "I was in the same situation. There's a business side to it. I just hope he will be here as soon as possible. I feel confident that they will work it out and I expect to throw the ball to him a whole lot." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Red Posted August 2, 2005 Author Share Posted August 2, 2005 You're not really buying his story, are you? 905162[/snapback] No, I'm not. I'm just saying that using that as an excuse if weak. It's like saying 'Timmmmmmaaayyyyy' in response to why he did something. The O's total collapse and this just make me want to see the start of the football season that much more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 In response to Cody's injury, I hate to see anyone get injured, regardless of what team he is on. In response to Rafael Palmeiro using illegal steroids, he plays in Baltimore, land of the thug, why would I be surprised...... I mean the football players probably hang out with the baseball players in the VIP clubs, so it is only a matter of time before those Raven criminals influence the Orioles... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 I don't ever recall hearing about anyone spraining their ACL. I'm assuming that is better than tearing it. Still, I'm surprised he'd miss the year with a sprain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steeler Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 In response to Cody's injury, I hate to see anyone get injured, regardless of what team he is on. 905681[/snapback] Me too. I hate the Ravens, but I hate season ending injuries more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trots Posted August 2, 2005 Share Posted August 2, 2005 In response to Cody's injury, I hate to see anyone get injured, regardless of what team he is on. In response to Rafael Palmeiro using illegal steroids, he plays in Baltimore, land of the thug, why would I be surprised...... I mean the football players probably hang out with the baseball players in the VIP clubs, so it is only a matter of time before those Raven criminals influence the Orioles... 905681[/snapback] Yeah, it woulda been much better if he went out in a blaze of glory like your boy Justin Strzelczyklkcxlkxlzlezk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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