He took a step back this year, claiming that it was Travis Jones’ turn to step up. He’s recently returned from a calf injury and all 355+ pounds of him willingly absorbs the bodies to allow others to come in, clean up and add to their stats while he takes a back seat. And if you’ve ever watched Ravens Wired, you know that he brings a boyish enthusiasm to the sidelines that obviously endears him to his teammates. Of course I’m describing Michael Pierce.
Pierce is one of those great foot soldiers that each team needs.