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We Can Never Forget

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May 20, 12:20 PM

by Phil Macek, Baltimore Ravens Examiner

I was fortunate enough to be born a Baltimore Colts fan. I was too late for Johnny Unitas, Ray Berry, Artie Donovan, and Lenny Moore; though, I think, I've assimilated their stories by listening to my dad. I grew up with Bert Jones, Roger Carr, Lydell Mitchell, and the venerated Sack Pack. I loved those guys. I still do. Needless to say, March 1984 was a dark period--the nadir of my pigskin-loving existence. I can't see a Mayflower truck without having a flashback. I hope it's very warm where Bob Irsay is right now.

And I still wonder how different everything would be if John Elway hadn't spurned us. And it would be different.

So I was very wary when the Ravens came to town in 1996. And even now I maintain a healthy skepticism. Sure, I want them to win, but, even more, I want them to put down deep roots and be classy and first-rate, like the heroes that were ripped from our embrace by a drunker canker sore of a man. Fortunately, Mr. Biscotti runs a proud organization.

With that said, I'm ecstatic a new era has dawned. I'm glad Brian Billick has been let go. I'm excited about Coach Harbaugh and our prospects for success. I wish the season started today!

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