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OTL: Signs Point to OL Resurgence in Baltimore

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 11:09
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As we plunge back into the slow portions of the NFL offseason, fans continue to provide early evaluations of Baltimore’s draft haul, ongoing needs, and 2026 potential. While I’ll do more of the same later in today’s Out to Lunch, I want to start by reminding fans of what the Ravens’ top priority needs to be: Striking a deal with QB Lamar Jackson:

No, the signing of Skylar Thompson isn’t putting any pressure on Jackson to sign (though the smart IPP exemption placed on CJ Okoye might be a good reason):

While there could be some debate amongst others at his position, it’s fair to argue that Jackson is the face of the NFL. For a franchise thought of extremely highly, losing a leader of that stature would not bode well for anyone’s reputation:

I’m not quite sure I’d crown the Ravens as ‘legendary’ just yet, but a few more Super Bowls (especially ones that cement Jackson’s legacy) might do that.

Alongside the more theoretical reasons to invest in Jackson, GM Eric DeCosta just invested heavily in the QB’s protection. While Vega Ioane alone is a fantastic addition to the team, the competition opposite him will help support the Center, while Ioane’s presence at RG will support RT Roger Rosengarten:

I firmly agree that Rosengarten’s position next to Daniel Faalele significantly hindered his ability to focus on RT. With each of these improvements, Jackson has reason to feel good about his hogs up front:

Meanwhile, the Ravens also invested in Jackson’s weapons through the draft. Amongst other additions, Rookie gave these rookies a warm Baltimore welcome:

While that’s obviously the best thing you’ll see today, fans are still wondering who the biggest X-factor will be this upcoming season. Offensively, Drayton Jackson thinks it’ll be Tez Walker, but it could easily be one of Ja’Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, Matthew Hibner or Josh Cuevas as pass catchers.

Who’s to say it won’t be Adam Randall, though?

Randall is certainly a raw prospect, and I’m usually wary of late-round fan favorites expected to make a big impact. That said, one of Randall’s biggest areas of opportunity is pass blocking. This season, Baltimore will welcome a coach well thought of in this area:

If you pair that news with the eye test, it’s hard to believe Lamar Jackson wouldn’t be intrigued by his Derrick Henry insurance plan:

Most importantly, at least for the immediate future, is the defense. Looking back at last season, who on earth would have had faith in DC Zach Orr’s unit? I wanted to believe, but they never gave us a reason to:

Baltimore has already made improvements on paper by signing EDGE Trey Hendrickson, S Jaylinn Hawkins and DL Calais Campbell, while drafting EDGE Zion Young, CB Chandler Rivers and DL Rayshaun Benny.

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At the helm, however, is a Head Coach who made his name by closing games:

That should be music to Lamar Jackson’s ears, and these boring months are the perfect time for EDC to capitalize with a long-term contract.

The post OTL: Signs Point to OL Resurgence in Baltimore appeared first on Russell Street Report.


Source: https://russellstreetreport.com/2026/05/06/out-to-lunch/ol-resurgence/


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