Several Young Players Could Have Bigger Roles for Ravens Next Season

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Ravens have several young players poised to play a bigger role next season.

The key for them is to stay healthy and have a productive training camp.

Here's a breakdown:

Quarterback Tyler Huntley

Huntley won the battle as Lamar Jackson's main backup in training camp. Over seven games, Huntley threw for 1,081 yards with three touchdowns and four interceptions for a 76.6 rating. The Ravens are confident Huntley will take the next step in his development and can lead the offense when called into action. He could also be a key trade chip.

Running back Ty'Son Williams

Williams flashed throughout training camp and earned a spot on the active roster. However, he had a limited role during the regular season because John Harbaugh expected more out of his performance. He still appeared in 13 games (three starts), registering 35 rushes for 185 yards and one touchdown. Williams still has a chance to secure a spot as the No. 3 running back behind J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards, both of whom are coming back from season-ending knee injuries.

Inside linebacker Kristian Welch

Welch played himself into the rotation at linebacker because of his solid practice habits. He was also stout on special teams, where he produced the team’s second-most tackles with nine, tying Tylan Wallace. The Ravens like his upside.

Safety Geno Stone

Stone is another player who worked himself into the rotation with his solid play. He played in 15 games, including one start, and had 17 tackles (12 solo), one tackle for a loss, one quarterback hit, one pass defensed, and one interception — the first of his career. He also added four tackles on special teams. Stone will have a bigger opportunity to shine in 2022 because the Ravens are not deep in the secondary.

Long snapper Nick Moore

Moore established himself as a new part of the "The Wolfpack." He appeared in all 17 games, helping Baltimore’s special teams rank No. 1 in Football Outsiders’ DVOA rating, Moore also snapped on all of Sam Koch’s 71 punts and all field-goal attempts of Justin Tucker, who led the NFL with a 94.6 FG% (35-of-37). Moore was a solid addition to the team.