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NFL Preseason: Grading each team’s top rookie after three weeks

By Dan Parzych

HONOLULU, HAWAII - AUGUST 17: Tony Pollard #36 of the Dallas Cowboys breaks out of a tackle by Marqui Christian #26 of the Los Angeles Rams during the preseason game at Aloha Stadium on August 17, 2019 in Honolulu, Hawaii. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)
HONOLULU, HAWAII - AUGUST 17: Tony Pollard #36 of the Dallas Cowboys breaks out of a tackle by Marqui Christian #26 of the Los Angeles Rams during the preseason game at Aloha Stadium on August 17, 2019 in Honolulu, Hawaii. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images) /
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Baltimore Ravens: Trace McSorley

First off, let the record show that Lamar Jackson’s job is in no way at risk with the addition of Trace McSorley since the Baltimore Ravens know this would be absolutely foolish on their end, and the offense would be taking a step back.

Instead, the Ravens could end up with an extra advantage on offense to throw opponents off by using McSorley in numerous ways, whether it’s through the air from time to time or simply keeping it on the ground as a runner.

During Baltimore’s first two games of preseason, McSorley put together some pretty decent performances, but nothing compares to what the rookie quarterback pulled off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3.

Not only did McSorley complete 19 of 28 passes for 203 yards with two touchdowns, but the former Penn State star managed to rush for a touchdown as well in the win over the Eagles.

Seeing this kind of production from McSorley provides a glimpse of what kind of ways Baltimore can use the rookie throughout the 2019 season.

Between Jackson and McSorley, one can only imagine the kind of damage Baltimore’s offense can do on offense in 2019. And assuming all goes according to plan, it’s only going to continue to help the Ravens remain a top contender in the AFC.

Grade: A

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