Ravens Defense Smothers Vikings in 2-Day Joint Practice as Tyler Loop Hits 6 Kicks
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Updated · BaltimoreRavens.com · Aug 20
Ravens Defense Smothers Vikings in 2-Day Joint Practice as Tyler Loop Hits 6 Kicks
3 articles · Updated · BaltimoreRavens.com · Aug 20
Summary
Baltimore's defense controlled Thursday's red-zone-heavy session, with Marlon Humphrey and Nate Wiggins repeatedly breaking up throws to Justin Jefferson and K'Von Wallace adding a pick-six off J.J. McCarthy.
That showing capped two strong practice days for a Ravens unit Humphrey said had not met its standards in recent years, with Jesse Minter pointing to improved buy-in and a more physical, dominant mindset.
Trey Hendrickson logged 2 sacks against Minnesota's first-team offense, while Calais Campbell, Travis Jones and Trenton Simpson also stood out against the run.
Baltimore's offense was far less sharp: Lamar Jackson hit Zay Flowers on one notable gain but was intercepted on fourth-and-13, and the unit struggled with Brian Flores' pressure packages.
The main blemish remained two-minute defense — Minnesota won that period for a second straight day — while kicker Tyler Loop converted all 6 attempts, including one from 53 yards.