ESPN.com · Nov 7, 2024
The sentimental meaning behind Ravens 'Joe D' helmet stickers
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BALTIMORE -- For the previous seven seasons, when Baltimore Ravens offensive linemen left the field after a drive, they would head to the sideline to hear a trusted voice. Then, Joe D'Alessandris would get down on one knee and instruct "my boys" on what needed to be improved.
When the Ravens host the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday (8:15 p.m. ET, Prime Video), the unit will get together after each series at the same spot at M&T Bank Stadium, but their longtime offensive line coach won't be there.
