The Baltimore Ravens have invested heavily in their secondary. Look no further than three first-round picks invested in the defensive backfield since 2022 alone, and while established veterans such as Marlon Humphrey and Kyle Hamilton remain the group's foundation, much of the attention this summer has centered on a collection of younger defensive backs attempting to carve out larger roles.
The talent has been obvious. The growth has been noticeable. According to Hamilton, however, what truly stands out isn't physical ability. It's maturity. Following Wednesday's joint practice with the Minnesota Vikings, the three-time Pro Bowler spoke with the media and was asked, among other things, about Baltimore's young defensive backs and the progress they have made throughout training camp.
His answer highlighted several players by name while offering insight into why he believes the group continues trending in the right direction.
"We have a younger DB room, but guys play past their age, for sure... It is just [about] challenging everything, challenging at the catch point. If you are out of position, run to get in position, strain to get in position [and] challenge every single pass because you never know what will happen. You could cause a distraction; the receiver could drop, [and] you break the ball up [and] take them to the ground."
Hamilton's praise didn't stop there. The veteran safety also pointed to T.J. Tampa Jr., Nate Wiggins, and second-year safety Malaki Starks as examples of a young secondary continuing to develop despite carrying significant responsibilities.
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The talent has been obvious. The growth has been noticeable. According to Hamilton, however, what truly stands out isn't physical ability. It's maturity. Following Wednesday's joint practice with the Minnesota Vikings, the three-time Pro Bowler spoke with the media and was asked, among other things, about Baltimore's young defensive backs and the progress they have made throughout training camp.
His answer highlighted several players by name while offering insight into why he believes the group continues trending in the right direction.
"We have a younger DB room, but guys play past their age, for sure... It is just [about] challenging everything, challenging at the catch point. If you are out of position, run to get in position, strain to get in position [and] challenge every single pass because you never know what will happen. You could cause a distraction; the receiver could drop, [and] you break the ball up [and] take them to the ground."
Hamilton's praise didn't stop there. The veteran safety also pointed to T.J. Tampa Jr., Nate Wiggins, and second-year safety Malaki Starks as examples of a young secondary continuing to develop despite carrying significant responsibilities.
#secondary
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