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10 Ravens Who Could Make a Big Difference Down the Stretch
Baltimore's offense needs to get its ground game going and figure out a counter to teams taking away John Brown. The defense needs more turnovers and pass rush. Here are players who will help.
![TE Mark Andrews
Andrews has been a solid contributor so far in his rookie season, tallying 21 catches for 244 yards and two touchdowns. He's become a bigger part of the offense as the season has gone on. His six targets against the Steelers, including two in the red zone, were tied with wide receiver John Brown. Andrews scored his first career touchdown in Cincinnati and could be a major red-zone weapon moving forward.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/qahtv4v5jvboqgfwbpcw.jpg)
TE Mark Andrews
Andrews has been a solid contributor so far in his rookie season, tallying 21 catches for 244 yards and two touchdowns. He's become a bigger part of the offense as the season has gone on. His six targets against the Steelers, including two in the red zone, were tied with wide receiver John Brown. Andrews scored his first career touchdown in Cincinnati and could be a major red-zone weapon moving forward.
![OT Orlando Brown Jr.
The rookie third-round pick is getting better with every game. If he continues on that trajectory, and once the Ravens get left tackle Ronnie Stanley back on the field, Baltimore will have very strong bookend blockers, which could help get a rushing game that has shown signs of life in recent weeks over the hump. While James Hurst could return soon from a back injury, it seems Brown will remain the starter at right tackle.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/oiimvi9k9nphfrrhgazs.jpg)
OT Orlando Brown Jr.
The rookie third-round pick is getting better with every game. If he continues on that trajectory, and once the Ravens get left tackle Ronnie Stanley back on the field, Baltimore will have very strong bookend blockers, which could help get a rushing game that has shown signs of life in recent weeks over the hump. While James Hurst could return soon from a back injury, it seems Brown will remain the starter at right tackle.
![CB Maurice Canady
Canady went down in Week 1 with a thigh injury and was placed on injured reserve. The Ravens designated him for return on Monday, making him eligible to return to practice Wednesday and play Sunday. While Canady won't take a starting job, he's a versatile defensive back that could help Baltimore crack down on some of the short and intermediate throws that have plagued them on third down because Canady's a bigger, press corner.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/cdcozrqo3thhmktzbkep.jpg)
CB Maurice Canady
Canady went down in Week 1 with a thigh injury and was placed on injured reserve. The Ravens designated him for return on Monday, making him eligible to return to practice Wednesday and play Sunday. While Canady won't take a starting job, he's a versatile defensive back that could help Baltimore crack down on some of the short and intermediate throws that have plagued them on third down because Canady's a bigger, press corner.
![TE Hayden Hurst
The rookie first-round pick has flashed his potential but has yet to break out. Hurst has all the potential, and the tape shows he's playing faster. If the Ravens go with a more tight-end heavy approach, Hurst could be a focal point alongside Andrews. Hurst's strong blocking will also be an asset in the running game.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/u1kih17dleblsg0yzufn.jpg)
TE Hayden Hurst
The rookie first-round pick has flashed his potential but has yet to break out. Hurst has all the potential, and the tape shows he's playing faster. If the Ravens go with a more tight-end heavy approach, Hurst could be a focal point alongside Andrews. Hurst's strong blocking will also be an asset in the running game.
![QB Lamar Jackson
It remains unknown whether Joe Flacco (hip) will be able to play Sunday. If not, Jackson could take over as the starter. Either way, Head Coach John Harbaugh said he wants to see more Jackson on the field. With a run game that's been stagnant over the first half, Jackson has and can continue to inject more big-play ability. He could also throw the ball more in the second half of the season.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/mi5naumcum1ip8np217m.jpg)
QB Lamar Jackson
It remains unknown whether Joe Flacco (hip) will be able to play Sunday. If not, Jackson could take over as the starter. Either way, Head Coach John Harbaugh said he wants to see more Jackson on the field. With a run game that's been stagnant over the first half, Jackson has and can continue to inject more big-play ability. He could also throw the ball more in the second half of the season.
![OLB Matthew Judon
Judon started slow but has turned it on the past two weeks and could be a major supplier of quarterback pressure down the stretch run. Judon had 10 tackles in Carolina, then his second sack of the season against the Steelers. The third-year outside linebacker seems to be hitting his stride.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/ul9bi80e4ban0byryqrh.jpg)
OLB Matthew Judon
Judon started slow but has turned it on the past two weeks and could be a major supplier of quarterback pressure down the stretch run. Judon had 10 tackles in Carolina, then his second sack of the season against the Steelers. The third-year outside linebacker seems to be hitting his stride.
![RB/WR Ty Montgomery
Added in a trade with the Green Bay Packers, Montgomery has the versatile skillset to give Baltimore's offense a jolt, particularly in the red-zone where he provides mismatches. He could be used as a receiving option out of the backfield or even lined up wide. He could also take some carries off Alex Collins' plate. Baltimore is looking for more production from its ground game, and Montgomery adds a new wrinkle.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/o5vdiwca4ohyr3ztdgi6.jpg)
RB/WR Ty Montgomery
Added in a trade with the Green Bay Packers, Montgomery has the versatile skillset to give Baltimore's offense a jolt, particularly in the red-zone where he provides mismatches. He could be used as a receiving option out of the backfield or even lined up wide. He could also take some carries off Alex Collins' plate. Baltimore is looking for more production from its ground game, and Montgomery adds a new wrinkle.
![WR Chris Moore
Moore made a brilliant 30-yard catch against the Steelers in Week 9, showing he can be a vertical big-play threat in an offense that needs one outside of Brown. If Michael Crabtree doesn't make more plays, the Ravens could mix in more snaps for Moore.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/msy09ntmez0jmfdsbutb.jpg)
WR Chris Moore
Moore made a brilliant 30-yard catch against the Steelers in Week 9, showing he can be a vertical big-play threat in an offense that needs one outside of Brown. If Michael Crabtree doesn't make more plays, the Ravens could mix in more snaps for Moore.
![WR Willie Snead IV
The Ravens need to find an answer for when teams double-team Brown to take away Baltimore's big-play passing threat. Baltimore must expose the middle and intermediate parts of the field. Part of that will go on the tight ends' shoulders, but Snead is also quite capable of making teams pay. He posted 12 catches for 112 yards over the past two games.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/u5qojddzmji2h78n2kks.jpg)
WR Willie Snead IV
The Ravens need to find an answer for when teams double-team Brown to take away Baltimore's big-play passing threat. Baltimore must expose the middle and intermediate parts of the field. Part of that will go on the tight ends' shoulders, but Snead is also quite capable of making teams pay. He posted 12 catches for 112 yards over the past two games.
![S Eric Weddle
The Ravens defense is playing at a high level, but it's not getting enough turnovers. After being among the league leaders with six interceptions last season, Weddle doesn't have any this year. If Weddle can get his hands on more passes, it will greatly help an offense that is having more trouble scoring. Some turnover, prone quarterbacks are coming up on the schedule.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/ravens/gbmxdfblaz4ofde2whc3.jpg)
S Eric Weddle
The Ravens defense is playing at a high level, but it's not getting enough turnovers. After being among the league leaders with six interceptions last season, Weddle doesn't have any this year. If Weddle can get his hands on more passes, it will greatly help an offense that is having more trouble scoring. Some turnover, prone quarterbacks are coming up on the schedule.