

40s and Free Agents: The AFC North's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
Aug 15, 2025
Discover the standout players poised to impact the AFC North next season, including emerging talent like Malaki Starks and Demetrius Knight. Delve into the leadership legacy of Ed Reed and Ray Lewis, uncovering their roles in shaping team dynamics. Learn about the evolving strategies around tight ends and how they influence both offense and defense. The podcast also highlights the importance of competitive spirit in critical game moments and the strategic decisions teams are making as they gear up for the new season.
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Ravens Drafted A Ravens-Style Safety
- Daniel Jeremiah sees Malachi Starks as an ideal Ravens fit due to intelligence and versatility.
- Starks can play nickel or high and lets Kyle Hamilton move closer to the ball.
Revisiting The Reed–Lewis Dynamic
- Daniel Jeremiah recounts Ed Reed and Ray Lewis as two of the smartest football players he's known.
- Their complementary leadership and playmaking defined that Ravens era.
Veteran CB Could Be X-Factor For Ravens
- Gregg Rosenthal highlights Jaire Alexander as a low-cost veteran who matters when healthy.
- Alexander's presence can bolster a secondary around Kyle Hamilton and Marlon Humphrey.