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The Baltimore Ravens may not have dominated headlines in free agency, but one of their quieter moves is gaining serious recognition. The addition of Jaylinn Hawkins is being viewed as one of the best value signings of the offseason. That's happening for a very good reason. Baltimore brought Hawkins in to help stabilize a secondary that lost key contributors. That includes two safeties, Alohi Gilman and Ar'Darius Washington. While those departures created questions about depth, the Ravens responded by adding a player who offers both production and upside at a relatively modest cost.
According to Pro Football Focus analyst Mason Cameron, Hawkins' deal stands out among the league's best bargains. Despite earning a top-15 overall grade at the safety position on the platform last season, he didn't command the same level of financial commitment as many of his peers. In fact, multiple safeties signed for more this offseason, even without matching his recent performance. That means the Ravens landed him with an added price break, and that's exactly the type of move Baltimore has built its reputation on.
Hawkins steps into a favorable situation alongside established starters, Kyle Hamilton and Malaki Starks. That pairing gives the Ravens one of the more dynamic safety duos in the league. Hawkins will indeed add versatility and depth behind them. He can rotate into different packages, provide insurance against injuries, and contribute immediately without the pressure of being the primary playmaker. Still, this move doesn't solve everything and satisfy every need.
The Ravens' safety room has been improved, but is not complete. Depth remains a concern, and the NFL Draft will likely play a role in addressing that. Baltimore has long valued versatility and competition in the secondary, and adding another young piece would align with that philosophy. For now, though, Hawkins represents a smart, efficient addition.
It may not be the flashiest signing of the offseason, but it's exactly the kind of calculated move that keeps Baltimore competitive, a move that could pay dividends as the offseason keeps unfolding.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Jaylinn Hawkins addition to Ravens earns huge praise from PFF
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According to Pro Football Focus analyst Mason Cameron, Hawkins' deal stands out among the league's best bargains. Despite earning a top-15 overall grade at the safety position on the platform last season, he didn't command the same level of financial commitment as many of his peers. In fact, multiple safeties signed for more this offseason, even without matching his recent performance. That means the Ravens landed him with an added price break, and that's exactly the type of move Baltimore has built its reputation on.
Hawkins steps into a favorable situation alongside established starters, Kyle Hamilton and Malaki Starks. That pairing gives the Ravens one of the more dynamic safety duos in the league. Hawkins will indeed add versatility and depth behind them. He can rotate into different packages, provide insurance against injuries, and contribute immediately without the pressure of being the primary playmaker. Still, this move doesn't solve everything and satisfy every need.
The Ravens' safety room has been improved, but is not complete. Depth remains a concern, and the NFL Draft will likely play a role in addressing that. Baltimore has long valued versatility and competition in the secondary, and adding another young piece would align with that philosophy. For now, though, Hawkins represents a smart, efficient addition.
It may not be the flashiest signing of the offseason, but it's exactly the kind of calculated move that keeps Baltimore competitive, a move that could pay dividends as the offseason keeps unfolding.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Jaylinn Hawkins addition to Ravens earns huge praise from PFF
Continue reading...
