From The Banner · Jonas Shaffer · · 1m 30s
Ravens' Simpson Shines, Starks Struggles
Ravens linebacker Trenton Simpson impresses as Malaki Starks struggles in Week 2.
In brief
Ravens linebacker Trenton Simpson impresses as Malaki Starks struggles in Week 2. Ravens linebacker Trenton Simpson shows strong performance while safety Malaki Starks faces early-season challenges. Originally reported by The Banner.
Ravens' Week 2 start
Ravens entered Week 2 after a mixed start to the season.
Jesse Minter's coaching shift
Coach Jesse Minter hired after Week 1 collapse.
Trenton Simpson's role
Simpson plays 60% of defensive snaps with strong performance.
Simpson's pass rush success
Simpson has three pressures on nine pass rush snaps.
Simpson's run stops
Simpson made three run stops including a 2-yard gain play.
Malaki Starks' early struggles
Starks has fewer than 10 safeties with 50 defensive snaps this season.
Starks' Week 1 issues
Starks missed tackles on 25-yard gains against Colts.
Starks' Week 2 problems
Starks missed tackles on 12-yard and 25-yard plays against Saints.
Starks' fourth-quarter touchdown
Starks failed to cover 21-yard touchdown catch-and-run.
Gwyn's pass blocking issues
Gwyn allowed five pressures on 73 drop-backs.
Gwyn's run blocking strength
Gwyn has second-best run blocking grade among centers.
Gwyn's inexperience impact
Gwyn had no starts and 11 career offensive snaps.
Gwyn's Week 2 challenges
Gwyn faced pressure from Saints' blitzes in Week 2.
What's next for Starks
Starks needs improvement in tackling and mental processing.
The key point
Ravens linebacker Trenton Simpson shows strong performance while safety Malaki Starks faces early-season challenges.
