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Ravens HC Jesse Minter Raves About Rookie WR Ja'Kobi Lane Amid Impressive Camp

Ravens HC Jesse Minter Raves About Rookie WR Ja'Kobi Lane Amid Impressive Camp

Summary

The Baltimore Ravens recently signed star wide receiver Zay Flowers to a big contract, but rookie Ja'Kobi Lane is also drawing attention in training camp. Ravens head coach Jesse Minter praised Lane for a great catch and said the young player is building trust with quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Key Facts

  • The Ravens signed Zay Flowers to a four-year deal worth $140 million.
  • Flowers’ $35 million yearly salary ties him for the fourth-highest paid receiver in the NFL.
  • Ja'Kobi Lane, a rookie wide receiver picked in the third round, caught a notable one-handed catch during practice.
  • Coach Jesse Minter said Lane has shown good plays and is building consistency and trust with the team.
  • Lane played college football at USC, improving each year and earning third-team All-Big Ten honors.
  • The Ravens took Lane earlier than expected, selecting him 80th overall instead of the projected fourth or fifth round.
  • The Ravens have an open spot for the number two receiver behind Flowers, with Lane competing against other players.
  • Lane’s size and skill could make him a strong target near the end zone in future games.
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