NFLPA team report cards: Ravens get high grades but concerns linger about Harbaugh

INDIANAPOLIS A year after John Harbaugh got high marks in the annual NFL Players Association team report cards, the Ravens coach took a step backward on this years survey.Harbaugh, who last year got a B-plus and ranked 20th among the leagues 32 coaches after helping guide Baltimore to the NFLs best record (13-4) and the AFC championship game, was given a grade of B and slipped to 28th in this years report, which was released Wednesday.

This season, the Ravens won one fewer game and rallied to win the AFC North but fell to the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round of the playoffs.The survey, which was conducted among 1,695 players across the league, noted that only 75% of Ravens players felt Harbaugh is efficient with his time, which ranked 28th.Players also said that he is moderately receptive to feedback from the locker room on the teams needs, which ranked 25th among coaches in the NFL.Still, Baltimore took a step forward, ranking 13th, compared with 15th a year ago, overall.

Players appreciate the strong leadership from the owner, general manager, and head coach, according to the survey, which also noted suggested improvements from players that include larger, more functional lockers, upgraded hot and cold tubs, and better communication with their families throughout the season.The category the Ravens were rated the highest in was ownership, with a mark of an A.Owner Steve Bisciottis average rating for perceived willingness to invest in the facilities is 9.28 out of 10 from the Ravens players, a ranking of 9 out of 32 owners in the league, the survey said.

Players feel Bisciotti significantly contributes to a positive team culture, a rank of 8 out of 32.It also said that Bisciotti is extremely committed to building a competitive team, ranking ninth among all teams.Team travel also graded highly (A-minus).

They rank seventh among teams as 95% of Ravens players said they feel they have a comfortable amount of personal space on team flights.

Players added that the teams travel schedule is only somewhat efficient, which ranked 14th.The survey also said older players appreciate that their head coach allows them to stay at home before home games instead of sleeping at the team hotel.Baltimore has also continued to make strides with its strength coaches.Related ArticlesBaltimore Ravens | Ravens clarify zero-tolerance policy amid Justin Tucker allegations: There are no absolutesBaltimore Ravens | Ravens brass call Justin Tucker allegations concerning: You dont want to read about itBaltimore Ravens | NFL scouting combine preview: What Ravens fans need to knowBaltimore Ravens | READER POLL: Orioles owner David Rubenstein is in favor of a salary cap.

Should MLB have one?Baltimore Ravens | NFL scouting combine preview: Ravens face plenty of questions as free agency, draft nearTwo years after Ravens strength coaches got a failing grade and were ranked worst in the NFL, they took another step forward from last years grade of B for strength coaches and B-minus for the weight room.

This year, both were given marks of B-plus.According to the survey, 91% of players said they get an individualized training plan from their strength coaching staff, ranking the team 22nd.

Players also said they feel that the strength coaches moderately contribute to their overall success and ranked 20th.Players also said the weight room equipment quality is good overall and they have adequate space in the weight room.The training staff and training room, meanwhile, both got grades of B-minus as 87% of players said they receive enough one-on-one training treatment (18th).

But they also said the training staff only slightly contributes to their overall success (28th).The locker room also got a mark of B-minus, with 68% of players feeling they have enough room in their individual lockers (26th), while 87% believe the overall locker room size is adequate (18th).Ravens players gave owner Steve Bisciotti high marks in this years NFLPA team report card.

(Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)The teams food/dining area and nutritionist/dietician, meanwhile, both were graded with a B.Less flattering was the Ravens C-plus grade for the treatment of families.The survey noted players desire for better, more direct communication between the team and their families.

Players also rated the postgame family area a 7.67 out of 10 (14th) and said the team organizes several family events a year (21st).The Ravens also provide daycare during home games and a family room during home games, the survey said.This article will be updated.

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