Ravens cornerback killed in motorcycle crash

[Prime Time]

After almost being killed while riding on a Honda 750 back in the 70's, this was before you had to wear a helmet, I walked away from motorcycles and have never been on one since. Yeah, I'm a wienie but don't regret it to this day, especially when reading stories like this.
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Ravens cornerback critically injured in motorcycle crash
Posted by Mike Florio on March 17, 2016

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Tray Walker, a fourth-round draft pick of the Ravens in 2015, suffered critical injuries in a motorcycle accident on Thursday night in Miami.

According to NBC Miami, Walker was involved in a crash at Northwest 21st Avenue and Northwest 75th Steer. He was hospitalized in critical condition.

A rookie who appeared in eight games last season, Walker grew up in Miami and played football at Miami Northwestern High School. His high school teammates included Teddy Bridgewater and Amari Cooper.

 

[Dieter the Brock]

Terrible news

 

[JackDRams]

Man, I hope the guy ends up okay.

 

[12intheBox]

View: https://twitter.com/draftdiamonds/status/710666689139089408

 

[Selassie I]

After almost being killed while riding on a Honda 750 back in the 70's, this was before you had to wear a helmet, I walked away from motorcycles and have never been on one since. Yeah, I'm a wienie but don't regret it to this day, especially when reading stories like this.
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Ravens cornerback critically injured in motorcycle crash
Posted by Mike Florio on March 17, 2016

Getty Images

Tray Walker, a fourth-round draft pick of the Ravens in 2015, suffered critical injuries in a motorcycle accident on Thursday night in Miami.

According to NBC Miami, Walker was involved in a crash at Northwest 21st Avenue and Northwest 75th Steer. He was hospitalized in critical condition.

A rookie who appeared in eight games last season, Walker grew up in Miami and played football at Miami Northwestern High School. His high school teammates included Teddy Bridgewater and Amari Cooper.

You're not alone PT. LOL

I had a bad ass dirt bike as a teenager. We used to make huge dirt ramps in our orange groove with the tractor. We would get major air.

It all came to an end one afternoon while I was getting some of that major air. I somehow came off a ramp wrong... and while I was coming down from that major air... it was like I was in slow motion... I saw myself flying down directly into a thorny ass orange tree. Landed right in it from the top. I was shredded all over and could barely pull myself out of that tree. I looked like Pin Head from Hell Raiser all over my body. No helmet of course.

Never rode that bike again. DONE.

 

[12intheBox]

View: https://twitter.com/jeffzrebiecsun/status/710830963820011521

 

[Prime Time]

You're not alone PT. LOL

Did you ever get the feeling that cars were intentionally trying to run you off the road?

 

[Selassie I]

Did you ever get the feeling that cars were intentionally trying to run you off the road?

Yes... especially since I wasn't even supposed to be on the road with my dirt bike. They really tried to run me off the road. Hahahaahaaa

I almost killed myself without anyone else's help.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

I bought my son a Baja Warrior mini bike this past summer. He rides it pretty responsibly but it seems to have awoken a love for motorcycles. My wife is not happy with me. I hope he doesn't grow up to ride. I have had three friends die in motorcycle accidents. It may just be the hilly terrain in PA that leads to them. Tight corners and such make for a dangerous but fun ride.

I saw myself flying down directly into a thorny ass orange tree.

Orange trees have thorns? Who knew?

 

[Selassie I]

I bought my son a Baja Warrior mini bike this past summer. He rides it pretty responsibly but it seems to have awoken a love for motorcycles. My wife is not happy with me. I hope he doesn't grow up to ride. I have had three friends die in motorcycle accidents. It may just be the hilly terrain in PA that leads to them. Tight corners and such make for a dangerous but fun ride.



Orange trees have thorns? Who knew?

Not all of them... but certain species do. And they're nasty.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Not all of them... but certain species do. And they're nasty.

I know that Osage Orange trees have nasty thorns. Farmers up our way used to use them as fencerows to keep the cows and such from crossing the lines. Plus they ate the fruit, which other than being round is nothing like an orange.

 

[DaveFan'51]

Not all of them... but certain species do. And they're nasty.

Nice Trivia! Can you name the Species!?! That would be kind of like naming the Driver that 'Wacked' you!!

 

[Selassie I]

Nice Trivia! Can you name the Species!?! That would be kind of like naming the Driver that 'Wacked' you!!

I believe almost all of them do... but I remember there being maybe a few that do not.

 

[JackDRams]

Im surprised nobody has mentioned this, but it states a Patriots player was with him. Whats up with the guy just leaving his buddy for dead?

Edit: That's the cheaters for you. Gotta kill other players to win. #Deathgate. Please don't crucify me, I truly hope the kid ends up ok. Sending prayers his way.

 

[kurtfaulk]

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You know what they say about motorbikes, doesn't matter if you're in the right or in the wrong you're the only one that's gonna cop it if there's an accident.

.

 

[RamBall]

I was banned from 2 wheeled motorized vehicles of any kind. I rode an enduro as a teenager, til I took a 120 mile road trip without a license. That was pretty much the end of my dads dream of us riding together, mom said to sell it so he did. He has brought home several bikes over the years and almost every one that I test rode, I laid down or crashed. At 40 something I finally figured it out, needs at least 3 wheels for me, been riding 3 wheelers and quads for almost 30 yrs, but put me on 2 wheels and I will end up on the ground.

 

[Prime Time]

Im surprised nobody has mentioned this, but it states a Patriots player was with him. Whats up with the guy just leaving his buddy for dead?

View: https://twitter.com/draftdiamonds/status/710666689139089408

 

[JackDRams]

I saw the tweet, just was surprised it didn't spark a conversation. Seeing as there's so much hate on ROD for the Pats.

 

[Prime Time]

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Harbaugh’s open letter to Ravens contains good advice for all players
Posted by Mike Florio on March 18, 2016

AP

In the aftermath of a motorbike crash that has critically injured Ravens cornerback Tray Walker, coach John Harbaugh has written a letter to his entire team regarding the decisions that young men are confronted with on a regular basis.

The message is strong enough to be shared with all NFL players, most of whom are still relatively young and many of whom may be inclined (like most men under the age of 25) to not fully appreciate the connection between choices and potential consequences.

The full text of the letter appears below.
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An Open Letter to Our Team

Men,

Right now, this moment is an incredibly difficult time for our Team and our Family. One of our Brothers, Tray Walker, is fighting for his life. I know we are showering him, and covering he and his family, with Prayer and hope.

That was the kind of phone call you never want get as a coach, as a parent, as a brother, as a friend. This shook me and all of us. Like some of you, I haven’t been able to rest since hearing the news late last night.

As I focused about Tray this morning, some thoughts came to mind that I wanted to share. What would I say to my own son, if I had a son, in a situation like this? You guys are that important to me.

This is what I would be saying to you in the team meeting room if we were together today: There is a lot going on out there and you are going to be involved in tough and difficult situations. You are making and will continue to make important choices pretty much every day. That’s okay. That’s our reality. It can even be very good to be put in different circumstances. To make it right, you are going to have to grow up fast. Probably faster than many of your friends and family.

Please remember to…

Lead in your home. Take care of Your Family and Yourself every single day. Think about who you are and where you are going, and what you stand for. Look after one another. Only then can you be your most effective on the job and in every area of your life.

Please consider your actions and choices. There are always consequences. Choose who you allow to advise you. Consider the quality of the council you take. Put yourself in positions to succeed. Turn away from unnecessary and risky behavior. Take care of your physical well-being. Live a healthy lifestyle. Pursue those things that make you better. Rest well. Eat well. Laugh with those who you love and love you. Fulfill your obligations effectively.

Be your own best friend. Do not be an enemy onto yourself. Turn away from trouble and harm. Walk away from foolish behavior. Ignore silly and unwise advice – You’ll know it when you see it.

Get to know those people in your life who manage to walk free from the weight of self-created obstacles. Get close to those who have gone where you want to go, and have accomplished what you want to accomplish. Grow Spiritually. Think about what and who you want to become.

I am asking you to consider what is at stake in your life. Consider what your thoughts, actions and choices mean to those around you. Live your life fully and with purpose. Have fun and share your happiness. Find Your Faith, and allow God to Grow Your Faith.

Let’s look out for one another. Be a great brother and friend. Inquire. Listen. Ask. Investigate. Reach out. Be There. Take a Step. Go For It.

Remember, We are Brothers in Arms. And, again, take care of each other.

John

 

[JackDRams]

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...-ravens-contains-good-advice-for-all-players/

Harbaugh’s open letter to Ravens contains good advice for all players
Posted by Mike Florio on March 18, 2016

AP

In the aftermath of a motorbike crash that has critically injured Ravens cornerback Tray Walker, coach John Harbaugh has written a letter to his entire team regarding the decisions that young men are confronted with on a regular basis.

The message is strong enough to be shared with all NFL players, most of whom are still relatively young and many of whom may be inclined (like most men under the age of 25) to not fully appreciate the connection between choices and potential consequences.

The full text of the letter appears below.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
An Open Letter to Our Team

Men,

Right now, this moment is an incredibly difficult time for our Team and our Family. One of our Brothers, Tray Walker, is fighting for his life. I know we are showering him, and covering he and his family, with Prayer and hope.

That was the kind of phone call you never want get as a coach, as a parent, as a brother, as a friend. This shook me and all of us. Like some of you, I haven’t been able to rest since hearing the news late last night.

As I focused about Tray this morning, some thoughts came to mind that I wanted to share. What would I say to my own son, if I had a son, in a situation like this? You guys are that important to me.

This is what I would be saying to you in the team meeting room if we were together today: There is a lot going on out there and you are going to be involved in tough and difficult situations. You are making and will continue to make important choices pretty much every day. That’s okay. That’s our reality. It can even be very good to be put in different circumstances. To make it right, you are going to have to grow up fast. Probably faster than many of your friends and family.

Please remember to…

Lead in your home. Take care of Your Family and Yourself every single day. Think about who you are and where you are going, and what you stand for. Look after one another. Only then can you be your most effective on the job and in every area of your life.

Please consider your actions and choices. There are always consequences. Choose who you allow to advise you. Consider the quality of the council you take. Put yourself in positions to succeed. Turn away from unnecessary and risky behavior. Take care of your physical well-being. Live a healthy lifestyle. Pursue those things that make you better. Rest well. Eat well. Laugh with those who you love and love you. Fulfill your obligations effectively.

Be your own best friend. Do not be an enemy onto yourself. Turn away from trouble and harm. Walk away from foolish behavior. Ignore silly and unwise advice – You’ll know it when you see it.

Get to know those people in your life who manage to walk free from the weight of self-created obstacles. Get close to those who have gone where you want to go, and have accomplished what you want to accomplish. Grow Spiritually. Think about what and who you want to become.

I am asking you to consider what is at stake in your life. Consider what your thoughts, actions and choices mean to those around you. Live your life fully and with purpose. Have fun and share your happiness. Find Your Faith, and allow God to Grow Your Faith.

Let’s look out for one another. Be a great brother and friend. Inquire. Listen. Ask. Investigate. Reach out. Be There. Take a Step. Go For It.

Remember, We are Brothers in Arms. And, again, take care of each other.

John

Not gonna lie, this gave me goosebumps. Good on ya Harbaugh.