NFL Cuts 2009 begin

Today marks the deadline to trim NFL rosters to 53 players.  And, while the Baltimore Ravens have yet to make their final cuts, it’s likely that they’ll be looking for additional help at several positions.

Before getting into players that may interest the Ravens, let’s take a look at who is on the bubble to make the final roster in Baltimore.

ON THE BUBBLE

-Frank Walker: He has not done much to solidify his spot on the roster.  Walker, never at a loss for words or boneheaded plays left a lot to be desired during his pre-season appearances.  However, he knows the systems and proved last year that he’s a fairly reliable cornerback when his number is called.  If Walker is cut, it means that Derrick Martin most likely slid his way onto the roster in his place.

-Justin Harper:  If he only had some hands.  Harper looks the part of a big-play receiver with great size and speed.  But last night’s multiple drops proved that he just doesn’t have the hands to play in the NFL.  He’ll either by cut or added to the practice squad for another year.

-Yamon Figurs:  He’s not going to make the squad as a receiver.  And it’s unlikely he’ll make it as a return-man either.

-Jason Phillips:  The fifth-round pick has had a good camp, but he hasn’t been great.  He did not do anything special last night during the final dress rehearsal in Atlanta.  Because of the depth that the team has at linebacker, he will more than likely end up on the practice squad.

-Jalen Parmele:  He still has a chance to make the final roster.  Matt Lawrence and Cedric Peerman are all but headed to the practice squad.

ROSTER MOVES ELSEWHERE

As it stands, the team will most likely be looking to add veteran depth at the tight end, offensive tackle, and wide receiver positions.  Cornerback is also an area of concern, but it’s unlikely the team will opt to bring in any castoffs.

Here is a short list of players who have been cut either today or in the last several days and may draw interest from the Ravens:

OT-  Damion McIntosh (Chiefs), Oliver Ross (Cardinals)

WR- Glenn Holt (Lions), Amani Toomer (Chiefs), Will Franklin (Raiders),

TE- Leonard Pope (Cardinals)

Stay tuned for more news as more cuts are made.  There is an outside shot that both Reggie Brown and Deion Branch may be let go by the Eagles and Seahawks respectively.  If that’s the case, it’s hard to imagine that the Ravens would not give both receivers a long look.

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