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Courtney Upshaw | Linebacker

Team: Baltimore Ravens
Age / DOB:  (23) / 12/13/1989
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 272
College: Alabama
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The Ravens haven't ruled out the possibility of using Courtney Upshaw at inside linebacker in 2013.
In an interview on 105.7 The Fan, Ravens DC Dean Pees commented on Upshaw's role now that the Ravens have added OLB Elvis Dumervil. "The way we teach this defense, all the [linebackers] have to know all four spots," said Pees. The Ravens face an uphill battle at inside linebacker with Ray Lewis retiring, Dannell Ellerbe signing with Miami, and Jameel McClain still recovering from a spinal cord injury. Mar 30 - 11:50 AM
Source: Carroll County Times

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Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

The Ravens are expected to use 2012 second-round pick Courtney Upshaw at outside linebacker on running downs in his second year.

With Elvis Dumervil and Terrell Suggs as the pass-rush specialists, the Ravens will be able to field a scary three-way outside 'backer rotation that keeps the trio fresh and productive. Upshaw was one of the better edge-setting, run-defending 3-4 linebackers in football last season. Suggs is also a strong run defender, so look for Dumervil and Upshaw to rotate in and out the most.
Source: Baltimore Sun
Mar 24 - 5:50 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

The National Football Post's Dan Pompei reports the Ravens believe OLB Courtney Upshaw is "ready to blossom" as a pass rusher and become a complete player.

It's one of the main reasons the team didn't go out of its way to bring back Paul Kruger. Coach John Harbaugh told Pompei that Upshaw, the No. 35 overall pick in last year's draft, was "dominant on the edge" in his rookie year despite only managing 1.5 sacks. Upshaw's presence may be one reason why free agent Elvis Dumervil hasn't been signed yet.
Source: National Football Post
Mar 24 - 8:40 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens OLB Courtney Upshaw is expected to get more opportunities to rush the passer in his second season.

Upshaw was a stud against the run in his rookie season, but he notched just 1.5 sacks after recording 16.5 of them in his final two seasons at Alabama. With Paul Kruger now out of the picture, Upshaw should see plenty of snaps opposite Terrell Suggs. The Ravens are also eyeing free agent Elvis Dumervil.
Source: baltimoreravens.com
Mar 23 - 2:38 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

NFL.com's Albert Breer believes OLB Courtney Upshaw's play as a rookie could make the Ravens more willing to let OLB Paul Kruger walk in free agency.

Signed to a very team-friendly deal after falling to the second round in last spring's draft, Upshaw notched 60 tackles and 1.5 sacks as a rookie, making nine starts along the way. He graded out as the No. 17 outside linebacker in Pro Football Focus' ratings, coming in only 11 spots behind Kruger. Even if the Ravens want to re-sign Kruger, he may price himself out of their plans. Either way, Upshaw is going to have a big role in 2013.
Related: Paul Kruger
Source: Albert Breer on Twitter
Feb 12 - 1:53 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Rookie OLB Courtney Upshaw started ahead of Paul Kruger in the Ravens' Week 3 win over the Patriots.

The Ravens chose to go with a rotation here, possibly due to Kruger's back injury. Either way, the pass rush continues to struggle badly without Terrell Suggs (Achilles). Upshaw and Kruger combined for no sacks of Tom Brady.
Related: Paul Kruger
Source: Baltimore Sun
Mon, Sep 24, 2012 10:18:00 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens rookie OLB Courtney Upshaw (shoulder) practiced fully on Saturday and is expected to play Monday night against the Bengals.

Upshaw has been dealing with a bruised right shoulder since last month. He was the early favorite for the Ravens' SLB job, but was overtaken by Albert McClellan. Upshaw is off the fantasy radar except in deep dynasty leagues where he's worth a roster stash.
Source: Baltimore Sun
Sat, Sep 8, 2012 12:47:00 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens second-round OLB Courtney Upshaw re-injured his right shoulder in Thursday night's preseason game.

Upshaw will have an MRI on Friday. "Yeah, I'm concerned," coach John Harbaugh said. Upshaw had been struggling to separate from Albert McClellan for a starting linebacker job. McClellan has emerged as the favorite to start.
Related: Albert McClellan
Source: Baltimore Sun
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 09:14:00 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Coach John Harbaugh confirmed that second-round OLB Courtney Upshaw has lost ground to Albert McClellan since opening training camp with the first-team defense.

Upshaw arrived to camp over his 270-pound playing weight and missed a week of practices with a sprained right shoulder while McClellan has played at a high level. "You've got to earn your stripes. You've got to earn your position, no matter what," Harbaugh explained. "I don't know why a lot of people would think that [Upshaw would be handed a starting job]. It's pretty presumptuous. The best guys play."
Related: Albert McClellan
Source: Baltimore Sun
Tue, Aug 21, 2012 03:48:00 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens second-round rookie Courtney Upshaw is projected to start at strong-side linebacker in Week 1.

Jarret Johnson manned that position last year, compiling 56 tackles, 2.5 sacks and three pass breakups. Upshaw has the natural ability to improve on those numbers, but his IDP upside would have been higher if he was asked to fill in for Terrell Suggs (Achilles'). For now, it looks like Paul Kruger will take over that role.
Related: Paul Kruger
Source: Carroll County Times
Wed, Jul 25, 2012 10:47:00 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens agreed to terms with No. 35 overall pick DE/OLB Courtney Upshaw on a four-year contract.

Originally expected to compete with Paul Kruger for the strong-side linebacker job, Upshaw is now ticketed for Terrell Suggs' role. The Ravens had a top-15 grade on Upshaw, who fell to them (just as Suggs did) in the second round after a disappointing Combine. He could be the next great Ravens linebacker.
Source: Jeff Zrebiec on Twitter
Thu, May 10, 2012 03:32:00 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

SI's Peter King expects No. 35 pick DE/OLB Courtney Upshaw to take Terrell Suggs' (Achilles') starting job "from opening day."

Paul Kruger, Pernell McPhee, and perhaps even Sergio Kindle could be in the mix for more snaps in Suggs' absence, but King expects Upshaw to be "one of the most significant rookies in the league this year." The Ravens are still awaiting final word on the extent of Suggs' injury.
Related: Paul Kruger, Sergio Kindle, Pernell McPhee
Source: Sports Illustrated
Mon, May 7, 2012 09:30:00 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

According to the National Football Post, Ravens DE/OLB Courtney Upshaw fell out of the first round due to concerns about his weight.

Once considered a likely early first-round pick, Upshaw showed up to his Pro Day at 279 pounds. The weight reportedly surprised even Upshaw. If he gets his weight under control, this could obviously be a steal for Baltimore. Upshaw will enter camp pushing Paul Kruger for a starting job at strong-side 'backer.
Related: Paul Kruger
Source: National Football Post
Sun, Apr 29, 2012 09:53:00 AM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

Ravens selected OLB/DE Courtney Upshaw with the No. 35 overall pick in the 2012 draft.

One of the most relentless pass rushers in college football the past two years, Upshaw lived in opposing backfields in the SEC. While he projects to be a strong starter, Upshaw dropped to the second round due to concerns that he lacks difference-making explosiveness off the edge. He also figures to struggle in coverage while making the adjustment from putting his hand in the dirt. Upshaw will offer insurance in case Paul Kruger struggles in his first season as a starter.
Fri, Apr 27, 2012 07:14:00 PM
Courtney Upshaw - LB - Ravens

According to ESPN New York's Rich Cimini, the Jets will not consider taking Alabama OLB Courtney Upshaw at the No. 16 overall pick.

"Not happening, not at 16," Cimini says. Though Upshaw makes some sense on the surface for the pass rush-needy Jets, he's not the dynamic kind of talent Rex Ryan is looking for. By all accounts -- reinforced by a Thursday afternoon report from ESPN's Sal Paolantonio -- the Jets much prefer Melvin Ingram.
Related: Jets
Source: Rich Cimini on Twitter
Thu, Apr 26, 2012 12:28:00 PM

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