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Torrey Smith - WR, BAL - expected to play (death in family) (1 Viewer)
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simsarge
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SalPal reporting that Smith has called and told Harbaugh that he wants to play tonight and that Harbaugh told him it was his call. SaPal didn't say what time that phone call took place.Video link
Diamond One
Footballguy
As the early games are at half-time, here is what CBS Sportsline has Smith:
Torrey Smith, WR, BAL
News: CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora reports Ravens receiver Torrey Smith has left the team hotel following the death of his brother Tevin. The younger brother reportedly died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash about 2 a.m. Sunday in northeast Virginia. The Ravens play host to the Patriots on Sunday night and the team is leaving any decision to play up to Smith. "This is devastatingly sad, sad news. Torrey and his family are a close, special family, and our hearts and thoughts reach out to all of them. Our hearts ache today. We pray for Tevin, his mother, Torrey and the rest of the family. God bless Tevin," coach John Harbaugh said. La Canfora added that Smith will make a decision on his playing status during the day.
Analysis: Our thoughts and prayers are obviously with Smith following this terrible news and we hope to get word of his status prior to 1 p.m. ET. Fantasy owners need to use caution when setting lineups in case Smith decides to miss the game, which would be understandable given the situation. If he does play he would still be worth using as a low-end starter in standard leagues and a must-start option in three-receiver formats. Stay tuned and we hope to have the latest as the day goes on.
And the 1:37 PM update from Fox Sports:
Updated Sep 23, 2012 1:37 PM ET
BALTIMORE (AP)
The brother of Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith has been killed in a motorcycle accident.
Ravens officials say 19-year-old Tevin Chris Jones died in Virginia on Saturday night.
Smith posted on his Twitter account: ''I can't believe my little brother is gone...be thankful for your loved ones and tell them you love them...this is the hardest thing ever.''
It was unclear whether Smith would play Sunday night for the Ravens against the New England Patriots. A Ravens spokesman says the team will leave that decision up to Smith.
If Smith does not suit up, he will be replaced by Jacoby Jones.
Now in his second season with Baltimore, Smith grew up in Virginia before attending the University of Maryland.
Torrey Smith, WR, BAL
News: CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora reports Ravens receiver Torrey Smith has left the team hotel following the death of his brother Tevin. The younger brother reportedly died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash about 2 a.m. Sunday in northeast Virginia. The Ravens play host to the Patriots on Sunday night and the team is leaving any decision to play up to Smith. "This is devastatingly sad, sad news. Torrey and his family are a close, special family, and our hearts and thoughts reach out to all of them. Our hearts ache today. We pray for Tevin, his mother, Torrey and the rest of the family. God bless Tevin," coach John Harbaugh said. La Canfora added that Smith will make a decision on his playing status during the day.
Analysis: Our thoughts and prayers are obviously with Smith following this terrible news and we hope to get word of his status prior to 1 p.m. ET. Fantasy owners need to use caution when setting lineups in case Smith decides to miss the game, which would be understandable given the situation. If he does play he would still be worth using as a low-end starter in standard leagues and a must-start option in three-receiver formats. Stay tuned and we hope to have the latest as the day goes on.
And the 1:37 PM update from Fox Sports:
Updated Sep 23, 2012 1:37 PM ET
BALTIMORE (AP)
The brother of Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith has been killed in a motorcycle accident.
Ravens officials say 19-year-old Tevin Chris Jones died in Virginia on Saturday night.
Smith posted on his Twitter account: ''I can't believe my little brother is gone...be thankful for your loved ones and tell them you love them...this is the hardest thing ever.''
It was unclear whether Smith would play Sunday night for the Ravens against the New England Patriots. A Ravens spokesman says the team will leave that decision up to Smith.
If Smith does not suit up, he will be replaced by Jacoby Jones.
Now in his second season with Baltimore, Smith grew up in Virginia before attending the University of Maryland.
MaxThreshold
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RenegadeGM
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Aditi Kinkhabwala @AKinkhabwala 2m
According to a security guard outside the Ravens' locker room, Torrey Smith - who lost his brother this am -is already here.
According to a security guard outside the Ravens' locker room, Torrey Smith - who lost his brother this am -is already here.
RenegadeGM
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Mike Reiss @MikeReiss 14s
RT: @Ravens: WR Torrey Smith just jogged out on the field to get warmed up.
RT: @Ravens: WR Torrey Smith just jogged out on the field to get warmed up.
RenegadeGM
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Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter now
Ravens WR Torrey Smith is on field working out with WRs. SalPal asked him how he was doing? "I don't know," he said. "It's still so fresh. "
Ravens WR Torrey Smith is on field working out with WRs. SalPal asked him how he was doing? "I don't know," he said. "It's still so fresh. "
sports_fan
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pantherclub
Footballguy
I dont even see how he can play and be productive tonight.
So count on him having 2tds and 100yds.
So count on him having 2tds and 100yds.
Native
Footballguy
Diamond One
Footballguy
He's gonna go tonight it seems - memories of Farve in a similar situation years ago? From CBS Sportsline:Torrey Smith, WR, BAL News: Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith informed the team that he is willing to play Sunday despite the loss of his brother in a motorcycle accident early in the day, and he is in uniform and active for the team’s Week 3 matchup against the Patriots. Analysis: Nobody would have been able to blame Smith if he chose to sit this one out, as the team made abundantly clear earlier in the day, so it says a lot about his mental toughness that Smith is willing to take the field under these circumstances. Fantasy owners can feel safe getting Smith active for the late game, as a low-end starting option in most formats.
Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
That would be great..
Ted Lange as your Bartender
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nxmehta
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agent orange
Footballguy
Don't feel bad. I sat Torrey for Greg Little and lost by 3 points.
pantherclub
Footballguy
me toohow could you possible start him with good conscience? Plus we had to set our lineups by 1.Good for Torrey. Too bad he was on my bench
ponchsox
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I had a gut feeling I was making a mistake by benching him. On the bright side, he looks like a solid WR2 going forward.me toohow could you possible start him with good conscience? Plus we had to set our lineups by 1.Good for Torrey. Too bad he was on my bench
