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Reuters
6 days ago
- General
- Reuters
Ravens WR Zay Flowers practicing with 'no limits' in OTAs
June 4 - After missing the Baltimore Ravens' two playoff games in January with a right knee sprain, wide receiver Zay Flowers is reportedly on track to return to full strength after avoiding offseason surgery. Flowers suffered the injury in the regular-season finale against Cleveland, resulting in the wideout watching from the sidelines as the Ravens fell in the divisional round. According to Baltimore's team website, Flowers assured that his "knee's great" and that he's "ready for the season, no limits." A 2023 first-round pick by the Ravens out of Boston College, Flowers led Baltimore with 74 catches and 1,059 receiving yards in 2024. He also hauled in four touchdown passes and became the first Raven to be selected to the Pro Bowl at wide receiver. With him now practicing at the team's OTAs, Baltimore offensive coordinator Todd Monken emphasized that the Ravens need to prepare to increase Flowers' production in 2025. "We've just got to get him the ball more," Monken said, via the team's website. "He's an unbelievable football player. He's not only an outside receiver that has elite route-running skills, but he's unbelievable with the ball in his hands. "So you have a guy that really plays two spots. ... I expect him to take another leap. When you make it to the Pro Bowl, or you're an All-Pro, you're pretty good." In two years with the Ravens, Flowers has totaled 151 catches for 1,917 yards and nine touchdowns. --Field Level Media
USA Today
06-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens begin Phase 2 of offseason workout program: Here's what you need to know
Ravens begin Phase 2 of offseason workout program: Here's what you need to know The Ravens have entered Phase 2 of the offseason program, which allows more on-field work during the three weeks before OTAs The Baltimore Ravens started their offseason workout program just before the 2025 NFL Draft, welcoming players back into the building for meetings, lifting sessions, and more. The training programs are divided into three phases: one mandatory minicamp for the entire roster and one rookie minicamp for each group. The Super Bowl hopefuls have entered Phase 2 of the offseason program, which allows more on-field work. Phase 2 is three weeks long and remains voluntary, with slightly reduced limitations on what teams can do on the field. Here's how the NFL describes Phase 2 of the offseason program. On-field workouts may include individual or group instruction and drills, as well as "perfect play drills," and drills and plays with offensive players lining up across from offensive players and defensive players lining up across from defensive players, conducted at a walk-through pace. No live contact or team offense vs. team defense drills are permitted. Baltimore can now hit the practice fields at the Under Armour Performance Center, where some on-field instruction from Todd Monken (OC) and Zach Orr (DC), can be implemented at a walkthrough pace. The Ravens won't be able to run team drills until OTAs begin in Phase 3, which will start three weeks from now on May 27. Below is the schedule for Baltimore's offseason program once OTAs begin. OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29, June 3, June 5-6, June 9-12 Mandatory Minicamp: June 17-19.
USA Today
03-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Will WR De'Andre Hopkins mesh or create a mess with Ravens OC Todd Monken?
Will WR De'Andre Hopkins mesh or create a mess with Ravens OC Todd Monken? De'Andre Hopkins joins the Baltimore Ravens with hopes of winning a Super Bowl, but his role in Todd Monken's offense remains unclear. After the disappointing loss in Super Bowl LIV, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has chosen to join the Baltimore Ravens franchise with hopes of another chance at the Lombardi Trophy. Yet, how will Hopkins be featured in offensive coordinator Todd Monken's scattered game plan? With Monken already diverted from what should be an offense primarily focused on running the ball, Hopkins may only be yet another distraction from solidifying the offensive identity. Not to be pessimistic, but with wide receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman entering their prime and tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely playing premier at their positions, it would be non-conducive for Monken to strain himself trying to get excessive targets to Hopkins. Hopkins' talents are undeniable. He is often sure-handed and physical, but he did have a crucial drop in Super Bowl LIV. Kansas City head coach Andy Reid gave Hopkins 80 targets last season, and 56 yielded catches. The question is, is Hopkins willing to be an added weapon, or is he consumed with the belief that he is still his former self? Notably, this will be Hopkins's first time playing for a team that is primarily focused on running the football. This will also be his first time operating as the No. 3 option on the depth chart, which may lead to limited snaps. For now, the Ravens will enjoy the bliss of having added another veteran to their passing game. However, these are precursors to consider heading into the 2025 NFL season.
USA Today
06-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens OC Todd Monken says Lamar Jackson is 'just scratching the surface'
Ravens OC Todd Monken says Lamar Jackson is 'just scratching the surface' The year that he had, I think Lamar Jackson is still just scratching the surface of where he's headed," Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken said on "The Lounge Podcast." Lamar Jackson nearly won his third MVP award last season, and offensive coordinator Todd Monken believes the best is yet to come for his All-Pro quarterback. While a guest on the Ravens-produced "The Lounge Podcast," Monken said Jackson was "just scratching the surface" of his enormous potential. "The year that he had, I think he's still just scratching the surface of where he's headed," Monken said on "The Lounge Podcast." "It may not statistically show up that way, but I know he's only the scratching the surface." "Lamar is an unbelievably humble superstar," Monken said. "That doesn't mean he's not competitive, doesn't want to be great. Lamar just wants to win. But he also knows that him playing well … your chances of winning go up exponentially if you have a great quarterback." Last season, the 28-year-old Jackson set career highs in touchdown passes (41), passing yards (4,172), and quarterback rating (119.6) while throwing just four interceptions. Monken is entering his third season coaching Jackson and expects the quarterback's growth to continue and reach another level as he enters the prime of his career.
USA Today
28-01-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Georgia OC signing extension with Baltimore Ravens
Former Georgia Bulldogs offensive coordinator Todd Monken is signing an extension with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Monken will continue to lead one of the most impressive offenses in the NFL. Monken was the Georgia offensive coordinator for one of the most impressive stretches of UGA football history. He was the playcaller of the back-to-back national champions, leading the ninth best scoring offense in 2021 and the fifth best scoring offense in 2022. He helped develop Georgia legends such as Brock Bowers, Stetson Bennett, and Ladd McConkey. That success translated over to the NFL. Ever since the Ravens hired him in 2023, their offense has ranked top five in points per game and points per drive. The Ravens boast one of the most balanced offensive attacks in the NFL with Lamar Jackson playing at an MVP level and Derrick Henry almost running for 2,000 yards. His success with the Ravens earned him head coaching interviews. The Jaguars and Bears were considering him, but neither hired Monken and Baltimore will get to keep their talented play-caller.
