Ravens and Packers Engage in Productive Joint Practice
ICARO Media Group
In a successful and physically demanding joint practice against the Green Bay Packers, the Baltimore Ravens showcased their skills and left Head Coach John Harbaugh impressed with their performance. Despite the unofficial tally of plays, Harbaugh expressed his satisfaction with the overall work put in by both teams.
The practice, which lived up to expectations, saw the Ravens go head-to-head with a team led by Packers' coach Matt LeFleur. The intense session remained within the boundaries of fair play and exhibited great physicality from both sides. Harbaugh commended his players' execution on both offense and defense, stating that they displayed good football throughout the practice.
One aspect that pleased Harbaugh particularly was the opportunity to confront the Packers' up-tempo situations and strategize ways to counter the challenges posed by them. The coach expressed his gratitude for the valuable experience gained from facing such situations.
The joint practice featured significant 11-on-11 action, including red-zone and two-minute drills where the first teams went against each other. This proved to be invaluable for the Ravens' starters, who under Harbaugh's stance of not playing them in preseason games, considered this practice as close to "game" action as they would get before their opener in Kansas City on September 5.
Tight end Isaiah Likely acknowledged the significance of the practice, especially considering that many players will not feature in preseason games. He emphasized the value of going against another defense and gauging how the league is shaping its defensive strategies.
While the Ravens and Packers will face off once again in their preseason finale, this time with backups and players competing for roster spots, the joint practice provided a high-intensity rehearsal for both teams.
In other news, safety Kyle Hamilton encountered a scare during practice when he went down after a play against Packers wide receiver Christian Watson. Although Hamilton later returned to the field, he did not participate further in the practice. However, Harbaugh assured that it was not a serious injury.
Meanwhile, the Ravens' rebuilding offensive line, which sees three starters replaced this offseason, received mixed reviews. While reports indicated that Lamar Jackson had to evade pressure at times, there were also positive moments, such as rookie right tackle Roger Rosengarten's impressive victory over veteran Packers pass rusher Rashan Gary.
Harbaugh, who closely observed the Ravens' offense against the Packers' defense, stated that he was pleased with the performance of the offensive line. He praised their ability to hold off the Packers' aggressive pass rushes effectively and acknowledged that perfection may not always be attainable. The coach expressed confidence in the line's ability to protect Jackson and create a firm pocket for him to operate from.
Overall, the Ravens' joint practice with the Packers proved to be a fruitful and challenging experience for both teams. With important lessons learned and valuable reps secured, the Ravens are eager to apply their newfound knowledge as they prepare for the upcoming season.