Coffee Companion (9/19): your daily Ravens fix

My colleague Jeff Zrebiec took a closer look at the team’s short-yardage struggles against the Philadelphia Eagles. … Michael Oher says the offensive line can play a lot better. … The Ravens offense had an identity crisis against the Eagles. … Mike Preston thinks the Ravens should stop whining and just play. … Linebacker Ray Lewis will be the focus of NFL Network’s “A Football Life” documentary show on Wednesday night.

Former NFL quarterback Rich Gannon questioned coach John Harbaugh’s play-calling against the Eagles. … Tight ends Dennis Pitta and Ed Dickson have Joe Flacco’s back. … John Eisenberg said the Ravens can’t get revenge against the New England Patriots by beating them in the regular season. … Jason Butt said the Ravens didn’t play that badly against the Eagles. … Why did the Ravens abandon the no-huddle offense on Sunday?

The Patriots have more questions than answers right now. … Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels says Wes Welker still has a big role, but his limited use remains a mystery in New England. … The Patriots brought back Deion Branch and added Kellen Winslow Jr. … The Patriots missed some chances early in their loss to the Arizona Cardinals last weekend. … Arizona's Larry Fitzgerald thinks Bill Belichick is the best coach ever.

The Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners in 18 innings on Tuesday. … In the win, a bird went to the bathroom on Tommy Hunter’s favorite hat. … Dylan Bundy is on his way to Seattle. … Dan Duquette thinks the Orioles have what it takes to win the A.L. East. … Jim Johnson was nominated for the Robert Clemente Award. … Jim Thome and Troy Patton are expected to join the Orioles for their upcoming series against the Boston Red Sox.