The Baltimore Ravens opened the preseason with a 24-7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, but the most important part of the night was not the final score. For a roster filled with established veterans, young players, and newcomers competing for jobs, the preseason opener provided the first meaningful opportunity to evaluate how it is beginning to take shape. Several players helped themselves, including defensive backs Keyon Martin and Keondre Jackson, while Baltimore also got extended looks at several young players across the offense and defense. With that in mind, here is our latest projection of the Ravens' 53-man roster after the first week of preseason.
Quarterbacks (3)Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley, Joe ****** nanoJackson remains the unquestioned starter, while Huntley gives Baltimore an experienced No. 2 quarterback. ****** nano has an opportunity to develop as the team's third quarterback and has shown enough to remain ahead of the competition.
Running backs (4)Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, Rasheen Ali, Adam RandallHenry and Hill are locks when healthy, but the rest of the running back room remains unsettled.Ali's recent absence creates an opportunity for the younger backs. Randall received significant work in the preseason opener and continues to make a case for a roster spot. Elijah Tau-Toliver and Dontae McMillan also deserve attention after receiving meaningful opportunities against Philadelphia. The Ravens could ultimately keep five running backs, particularly if one of the rookies continues to separate himself. For now, Randall gets the fourth spot.
Wide receivers (6)Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, LaJohntay Wester, Devontez WalkerFlowers and Bateman are the foundation of the position, while Lane and Sarratt have plenty of developmental upside.Wester brings another element to the group, particularly because of his ability to create separation and contribute in the return game. Walker remains an intriguing option because of his size, contested-catch ability, and touchdown prowess. Chris Moore, Cornelius Johnson and Xavier Guillory remain among the players capable of making this decision considerably more difficult.
Tight ends (3)Mark Andrews, Durham Smythe, Matt HibnerAndrews remains one of Lamar Jackson's most important weapons when healthy. Smythe gives Baltimore a veteran presence and blocking ability, while Hibner has the athletic profile to develop into a useful offensive piece.Josh Cuevas and Ty Pezza remain in the competition, but the top three currently have the clearest path.
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Quarterbacks (3)Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley, Joe ****** nanoJackson remains the unquestioned starter, while Huntley gives Baltimore an experienced No. 2 quarterback. ****** nano has an opportunity to develop as the team's third quarterback and has shown enough to remain ahead of the competition.
Running backs (4)Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, Rasheen Ali, Adam RandallHenry and Hill are locks when healthy, but the rest of the running back room remains unsettled.Ali's recent absence creates an opportunity for the younger backs. Randall received significant work in the preseason opener and continues to make a case for a roster spot. Elijah Tau-Toliver and Dontae McMillan also deserve attention after receiving meaningful opportunities against Philadelphia. The Ravens could ultimately keep five running backs, particularly if one of the rookies continues to separate himself. For now, Randall gets the fourth spot.
Wide receivers (6)Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, LaJohntay Wester, Devontez WalkerFlowers and Bateman are the foundation of the position, while Lane and Sarratt have plenty of developmental upside.Wester brings another element to the group, particularly because of his ability to create separation and contribute in the return game. Walker remains an intriguing option because of his size, contested-catch ability, and touchdown prowess. Chris Moore, Cornelius Johnson and Xavier Guillory remain among the players capable of making this decision considerably more difficult.
Tight ends (3)Mark Andrews, Durham Smythe, Matt HibnerAndrews remains one of Lamar Jackson's most important weapons when healthy. Smythe gives Baltimore a veteran presence and blocking ability, while Hibner has the athletic profile to develop into a useful offensive piece.Josh Cuevas and Ty Pezza remain in the competition, but the top three currently have the clearest path.
#Opportunity
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