I’ve heard a lot of chatter about this year’s draft class from local Baltimore sports media since the draft concluded. Most of it has been negative.
Some have said the Ravens drafted scared, some said Ozzie lost his nerve and others said they didn’t select playmakers.
I couldn’t disagree more! I really like this class and want to do a few post highlighting just how good this class has the potential to be.
Let’s start with CB Tavon Young. People will question his size and durability, but I see a fast, physical, smart corner who could see a lot of snaps this year.
Most project Young as a slot corner. I think he’ll excel in the slot because of his change of direction (COD) skills. This play versus Will Fuller is a good example.
This is a double move and Young initially starts to drive towards the out cut by Fuller. But once Young recognizes the double move, he is able to flip his hips outside in essentially one step. He then sprints back, gets his eyes on Fuller, then tracks the ball and high points it for the pass break up (PBU).
Young displays several skills on this play that NFL corners must have. He’s beat initially but has the COD and speed to recover. He stays PATIENT and works to get back in position to make a play on the ball.
Time will tell how good Young will be but I caution anyone who pre-judges him based on his size alone.
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