Ravens’ training camp message: Get all-in or get out of the way

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OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens’ players gathered Wednesday for their first team meeting, where coach John Harbaugh set the tone for training camp and the regular season.

Harbaugh’s message was it’s time to go all-in.

John Harbaugh, right, shared a smile with Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith on Thursday, but he also sent a message about what he expects from his team. AP Photo/Gail Burton

“Coach had a great point [Wednesday] night: You’re either with us or you’re not, and if you’re not, get out of the way,” safety Eric Weddle said. “It’s true. You have to be committed. I think everyone here is, and it’s just exciting. It’s exciting to see the commitment, the energy and the thoughts of what you want to get out of this season, and that’s winning a lot of games.”

A year after nearly knocking off eventual Super Bowl champion New England in the playoffs, the Ravens plummeted to 5-11 in 2015. It was the Ravens’ worst record under Harbaugh and their worst in eight years.

A quick turnaround wouldn’t be unprecedented. In the past five seasons, eight NFL teams have gone to the playoffs after winning five or fewer games the previous season, according to Elias Sports Bureau research. That includes last season’s Washington Redskins, who went from 4-12 in 2014 to NFC East champions at 9-7 one year later.

On The Rebound

Eight NFL teams in the past five seasons have reached the playoffs after winning five or fewer games the previous season:

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