Mark Andrews is excited about the expansion of the passing attack and offensive upgrades
The Ravens’ Pro Bowl tight end likes what he’s seen from new teammates, coaches, and expanded profile on offense.
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The Baltimore Ravens revamped and reloaded their pass-catching arsenal this offseason with the signing of veteran wide receiver Sammy Watkins, the drafting of rookie wideouts Rashod Bateman and Tylan Wallace, and the acquisition of tight end Josh Oliver via trade.
While the biggest benefactor of these moves is clearly quarterback Lamar Jackson, the second is arguably tight end Mark Andrews who has been his most trusted target since he became the starter.
Tee Martin Loves Coaching Wide Receivers Jun 03, 2021 at 12:00 PM Right: WR Coach Tee Martin
Tee Martin was a star college quarterback, leading Tennessee to a 13-0 season and the national championship in 1998. Martin can still throw a tight spiral when he wants to. However, the Ravens new wide receivers coach doesn t plan to challenge Lamar Jackson to any playful throwing competitions. He throws the ball from so many different arm angles; I ll be sore after we try to challenge each other, Martin said, smiling. Lamar up close in person, it was way better than I thought, and I thought he was really good before I came here.
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Muskingum University Holds Undergraduate Commencement
Muskingum University held its 176
th Undergraduate Commencement in three socially-distanced, in-person ceremonies on Friday May 7 and Saturday May 8, 2021. Graduates received Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees.
“This 2020-2021 academic year has been very different from any other in Muskingum’s history,” said the University’s President, Dr. Susan S. Hasseler. “Together, we have persevered through its unique challenges, opportunities, and triumphs, and it is wonderful to present diplomas and celebrate in person with our graduates, families and friends, and faculty and staff.”
Muskingum alumnus Darrell Hazell received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree and addressed the graduates as principal speaker. Dr. Hazell has had significant impact throughout his career as a football coach, mentor, educator, and student advocate, serving for more than
What does a ‘true No. 1 receiver’ look like in the Ravens’ offense?
Stats don’t tell the full story of the top wide receiver in a dominant rushing offense.
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The hottest offseason topic among Baltimore Ravens fans and pundits that closely cover the team has been centered around the wide receiver position. Even though there are arguably more pressing needs on the roster such as center and potentially right tackle if Orlando Brown Jr. is ultimately traded, all anyone seems to want to talk about is getting Lamar Jackson a ‘true No. 1 receiver’.
The Ravens’ coaching staff and front office brass are committed to going forward with the run-first offensive approach that has produced the league’s most potent and productive scoring unit over the last two years. They have also rewritten the rushing record books for both team and individual success at the quarterback position.