Ravens using 'Band-Aid solution' for deeper receiver problem
The Ravens have a big receiver problem. Now their "Band-Aid solution" mentality is catching up to them, potentially dooming Baltimore's season.
Dealing with the injury bug once again this year, Baltimore is down multiple receivers whom they had hoped would make an impact on offense. Three of the four receivers drafted since 2020 are on injured reserve, forcing the team to bring in other teams' leftovers.
The Ravens brought in WR DeSean Jackson a couple of months ago, and most recently claimed WR Sammy Watkins after his release by the Packers.
Baltimore's receiving corps is underwhelming, ranking 29th in catches, last in yards and 30th in touchdowns.
The Ravens' lack of talent at wide receiver has made them one-dimensional. It's worrisome as they're fighting for a playoff spot after being passed by the Bengals for the AFC North lead.
It helps that Watkins has previous experience with Baltimore, but there's still a transition to be made.
"Being that I already kind of know from being here before, it's definitely a great feeling," Watkins said, who added that he still has "a lot of catching up" to do.
Maybe Watkins can provide a spark on offense if Baltimore can find their way into the postseason. He has earned the nickname "Playoff Sammy."
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