Ex-Bruins Olson, Willis in thick of battle to stay with the Ravens

Former Bruins Drew Olson and Matt Willis will have a lot on the line in Saturday’s exhibition game against the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland.

Both are trying to make the Ravens: Olson (pictured) was signed to the development squad last season while Willis is a rookie.

Olson currently stands as the no. 3 quarterback in Baltimore behind projected starter Steve McNair and backup Kyle Boller, but is fighting off a challenge from rookie (and last year’s Heisman Trophy winner) Troy Smith. Thus far in two pre-season games, Olson has completed 8-13 for 90 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions. Smith hasn’t fared as well: 7-19 for 94 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions.

Willis has caught four passes at wide receiver for 43 yards in two games, tied for the team lead, but he’s not yet listed on the Ravens three-deep depth chart at either wide receiver position.

Comments

[Steve M.]

I always wondered what happened to Drew Olson. I hope he eventually gets a shot to play in the NFL, his senior year at UCLA was outstanding.