Ravens sign three undrafted rookies, including kicker John Hoyland
Hoyland finished his five-year college career going 73-of-92 (79.3). In 2024, he completed 15-of-19 attempts (78.9). According to Baltimoreravens.com's Ryan Mink, 'Hoyland only missed twice in 54 attempts during his career from under 40 yards. Three of his four misses last season were from 50 or more yards.'
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Hoyland joins sixth-round pick Tyler Loop as competition for the open kicker position on the Ravens' roster after the team released Justin Tucker on May 5.
Scott joins the Ravens as another versatile offensive lineman. He began his career at Army as a right guard and right tackle before transitioning to fullback/tight end. Interestingly, he played for Army Head Coach Jeff Monken, cousin of Ravens' Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken.
Martin was ranked as one of NFL.com's top undrafted rookie free agents. He was ranked as The Athletic's Dane Brugler's No. 70 cornerback in the draft on 'The Beast.' He exceled in his Pro Day, running a 4.38 40-yard dash and a 6.89 three-cone, which would've ranked No. 13 among all prospects at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.
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