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Another day passes, and there's still little movement on the Lamar Jackson front. There's no reason to panic. There rarely is when it comes to the Baltimore Ravens' franchise quarterback. Still, while the spotlight remains fixed on the two-time MVP, something else is quietly developing behind the scenes. The Ravens are doing their homework at the quarterback position. That includes a recent meeting with Luke Altmyer. Ravens Wire previously mentioned him as a prospect Baltimore should have an interest in.
Altmyer confirmed he met with Baltimore as part of a busy predraft schedule during a one-on-one interview with NFL Draft on SI's Justin Melo. He noted that the Ravens were among several teams with which he had in-depth conversations.
On the surface, it may feel like a routine evaluation. In reality, it’s a reminder of something the Ravens can’t ignore. Right now, their quarterback room is thin. Jackson and Tyler Huntley are the only proven options on the roster. That matters.
Altmyer brings experience and steadiness to the conversation. Over five collegiate seasons, he completed 63.7 percent of his passes while throwing for 7,924 yards and 60 touchdowns versus 24 interceptions. He also added mobility, contributing over 700 rushing yards and 13 scores on the ground. He isn’t viewed as a top-tier prospect, but that’s not the point.
Baltimore doesn't need a star here. It needs insurance, development, and depth behind its franchise quarterback. Altmyer fits that profile as a potential Day 3 addition or priority undrafted target. If nothing else, this meeting reinforces a simple truth. Even when the spotlight is elsewhere, the Ravens are always preparing for what comes next.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Luke Altmyer confirms he's had predraft talks with the Ravens
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Altmyer confirmed he met with Baltimore as part of a busy predraft schedule during a one-on-one interview with NFL Draft on SI's Justin Melo. He noted that the Ravens were among several teams with which he had in-depth conversations.
On the surface, it may feel like a routine evaluation. In reality, it’s a reminder of something the Ravens can’t ignore. Right now, their quarterback room is thin. Jackson and Tyler Huntley are the only proven options on the roster. That matters.
Altmyer brings experience and steadiness to the conversation. Over five collegiate seasons, he completed 63.7 percent of his passes while throwing for 7,924 yards and 60 touchdowns versus 24 interceptions. He also added mobility, contributing over 700 rushing yards and 13 scores on the ground. He isn’t viewed as a top-tier prospect, but that’s not the point.
Baltimore doesn't need a star here. It needs insurance, development, and depth behind its franchise quarterback. Altmyer fits that profile as a potential Day 3 addition or priority undrafted target. If nothing else, this meeting reinforces a simple truth. Even when the spotlight is elsewhere, the Ravens are always preparing for what comes next.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Luke Altmyer confirms he's had predraft talks with the Ravens
Continue reading...
