In 50 words or less: Essential Minicamp Will Offer Vital Reps

The Ravens’ three days of required minicamp, which run from Tuesday through Thursday, will intensify the intensity after three weeks of optional organised team activities.

In 50 words or less, these are my thoughts on the Ravens in early June:

It should be entertaining to watch Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry combine for reps during required minicamp. They are both quite talented, and they are still getting to know one another.

They should be more prepared to go when training camp opens in July thanks to these repetitions. Henry recently finished two consecutive losing seasons in Tennessee.

At this point in his career, being with a real Super Bowl contender is a huge lift.Henry does not pursue records. He’s after an honour, just like Jackson, and they can support one another in doing so.

Players like outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy, who we missed during OTAs, are players I’m excited to see next week. He’s a seasoned player who understands how to handle the offseason.

Everyone’s level of energy increases when a top player such as Van Noy returns to his teammates. The All-Pro Justin Madubuike leads a strong and skilled defensive line rotation for Baltimore.

Guards competing for a starting position in Baltimore, such as Andrew Vorhees, Josh Jones, Ben Cleveland, and Sala Aumavae-Laulu, will have a good test the next week. A robust minicamp would only bolster their argument.

Roger Rosengarten, a rookie right tackle, discussed on Thursday how challenging it has been to block Odafe Oweh. Though it’s early, Oweh’s excellent required minicamp would be another sign that he’s primed for a tremendous year.

This summer, the Ravens might recruit a seasoned pass rusher or safety. However, having every healthy player available for minicamp will serve as another testament to their depth. Despite its losses in free agency, Baltimore still has a strong roster.

Following their injuries at rookie minicamp, head coach John Harbaugh stated that undrafted safety Beau Brade and outside linebacker Adisa Isaac could make a comeback the following week.

If healthy, Isaac, a third-round selection, might be included in the mix for the pass rush. Seeing Pepe Williams and Jalyn Armour-Davis frequently make plays during OTAs was encouraging.

Their first two seasons have been difficult due to injuries, but in a vital third year for both young corners, they are building momentum going into obligatory minicamp.

Mark Andrews appears to be fully recovered from his ankle injury from last year, and he is ready for the required minicamp. Andrews made a few diving receptions at OTAs even though the Ravens were not wearing helmets.

When Andrews and Isaiah are healthy, opponents face a terrifying tight end threat. On Thursday, Charlie Kolar caught a touchdown pass and punted the ball to middle to celebrate. I had no idea Kolar had such a strong leg.