A draft choice who hasn't met expectations
David Pittman appears to be one unsuccessful draft pick that can come back to haunt the Ravens -- at least this year.
Pittman, a cornerback out of Northwestern State, was a third-round pick in the 2006 draft. The Ravens didn't use him at all last season, and he started two games in the 2007 preseason. Pittman played fairly well.
But with starting cornerback Samari Rolle out with an illness and injuries, the Ravens have started Corey Ivy in Rolle's spot. It has become apparent that Ivy isn't in that class, and should be just a nickel back. But Ivy's presence on the field also says the Ravens lack confidence in Pittman.
He came to the Ravens with a lot of promise, but has yet to live up to it. And the Ravens could really use him now.
Comments
Is it just me, or does Billick and his staff have a history of going with serviceable veterans instead of giving the young guns a shot? Everything I read about Pittman in preseason was pretty positive; why not let the young man play?
Posted by: Macadamia | September 28, 2007 2:23 PM
The Ravens look very lethargic in their play. If Steve is hurt, They need to play Kyle. In fact, the team seems to pick up tempo when Kyle plays. Trevor Price's injury is a glaring gap in our defense. Unless we develop a pass rush, it's going to be a long season.
Posted by: Anonymous | October 1, 2007 11:49 AM