The Cal Ripken of the NFL

Andrew Weber-USA TODAY SportsI know this is a Ravens blog and some are bothered by occasional articles featuring news on our division rivals, but sometimes there are relevant or inspiring tidbits that are begging to be shared. One such nugget of information I came across today was deserving of a mention for its sheer awesomeness.

Joe Thomas, the elite left tackle for the Cleveland Browns who has made the Pro Bowl all 8 years of his career, has not missed even one snap.

"Duty and honor, mostly."

Cleveland tackle Joe Thomas is getting into Cal Ripken Jr., territory with his consecutive games played streak. Those are the words he used the other day to describe why he thinks it’s so important to…