Zbikowski-Nakamura competition

I wrote a column this morning on Tom Zbikowski, the Ravens' third-round pick out of Notre Dame, and his attempt to make the team's roster. What I found interesting was the way Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan told Zbikowski he needed to lose some weight if he wanted to seriously compete in training camp. Ryan would never have uttered those words under the former coaching regime. The coaching staff was always told to have positive comments. I like the truth. Ryan wasn't trying to embarrass Zbikowski, just say what he observed. Later, Zbikowski agreed, and admitted Ryan was right. more...