Ravens Rebuild With Hidden Gems | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. From kickoff to the final whistle, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Ravens are making some serious moves this off season, not just on the field but with their whole coaching crew. They brought in a fresh offensive playbook and are really tightening things up on defense. We're seeing some young talent like Jaco B. Lane and Mike Green showing out, and even some undrafted guys, Joe Fagnano and Ethan Burke, are making a case for roster spots. Now, let's talk about Justice Hill. This dude's been quietly effective, averaging almost five yards of carry and over eight yards of catch since 2023. He's set to be the go-to guy on third downs again. While Derek Henry will handle most of the heavy lifting, the offensive coordinators looking to get Hill involved in the passing game, especially, on screens and against linebackers. If Hill can keep up his efficiency, protect Lamar Jackson, and make plays when his number is called, he's going to be a vital part of this offense.

1:00On the defensive side, Travis Jones is getting seriously overlooked. Last year, he was the second best defender on the team, holding the defensive line together. But all the buzz is around the new edge rushes, like Trey Hendrickson and the returning in Namdi, Mata Buike. They're flashy and racking up stats, but Jones is the glue holding that line together. It's clear there's a lot of new energy and strategy coming into Baltimore. The team is clearly focused on building depth and finding those players who might not be getting all the headlines, but are crucial to success. This focus on both new schemes and overlooked talent suggests a team that's looking to surprise a lot of people this season. They're building from the inside out, both offensively and defensively, and that kind of foundational work can lead to big things.