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Ravens vs Browns: West will be One
Terrance West has been the talk of the town. The Towson product had such a productive offseason that it was evident the starting RB job was his. I was 100 percent sure that he would be the bell-cow for the Baltimore Ravens. I even wrote a post on it here. However after seeing the carry distribution through the Ravens v Bills’ game, aren’t you worried as to what his role will be in this offense?
Justin Forsett was almost a name of the past but due to some smooth moving by Ozzie Newsome, the 2014 Pro-Bowler is back on the roster and considered the number one option for the team. Where does that leave West? His hard work during the offseason did not go unnoticed. John Harbaugh ensured his labors were lauded in the first game of the season.
Harbaugh is being mum about the rotation or workload going in one way or another, saying that there is no formula according to BaltimoreRavens.com. However, I believe in matches like this Sunday it will be different. West is facing his old team; the one that drafted him ahead of Baltimore. Don’t let the calm tone fool you. This visit is personal. According to BR.com, West had this to say:
“It would feel good to get a win over Cleveland, but I’m not going to
get all jacked up,” West said. “I’m going to treat it like any other game.”
My guess is the guy had this game pinned on his schedule all offseason, and that has been his motivation to explode all over the offseason. It’s no secret that any team that thinks you’re not good enough for them especially Cleveland places a chip on your shoulder.
Based on his 12 carries last Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, Harbs split the touches. Justin may have gotten the better average last week (4.2 ypg), but it will be the FCS Single Season Rushing TD record holder (41) who takes the brunt of the work on Sunday.
Jermaine Lockett is a Writer and CEO for Couch Rider Report. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.