The Baltimore Ravens’ offensive line remains a major concern as they continue training camp, and it’s clear that the team hasn’t found solid answers yet.
The Ravens’ offensive line is a key issue following the offseason departure of three starters, and the team hasn’t made significant moves to replace these experienced players. As a result, the training camp is essentially serving as a series of auditions for the positions of starting guard and right tackle.
So far, only Andrew Vorhees, a rookie who hasn’t played in a regular-season game yet, has made a noticeable impact at left guard. The Ravens are still experimenting with different players at right guard and right tackle, but no one has emerged as a standout candidate for these positions.
The lack of depth on the offensive line might be becoming evident. Head coach John Harbaugh has noted linebacker Odafe Oweh’s strong performance during training camp, but Oweh’s frequent presence in the backfield suggests that the offensive line is struggling.
Adding to the concern, an NFL analyst has predicted that the Ravens’ offensive line could be among the worst in the league. Jeff Zrebiec from The Athletic indicates that while the Ravens will likely search for potential additions in free agency, fans shouldn’t expect a game-changing addition. The market for quality linemen is sparse, and any new additions would likely be more for depth rather than as starters.
Zrebiec also mentioned that the Ravens have previously made late additions to their roster, such as the recent signings of safety Eddie Jackson and defensive back Daryl Worley. However, the fact that they haven’t yet added any offensive linemen might be telling.
It’s possible the Ravens are holding off on making moves to evaluate their current lineups first. If their young players show they’re ready to step up, adding a veteran might not be necessary. But as Zrebiec points out, finding a quality offensive lineman at this stage is unlikely, and any new addition might only be a mediocre solution.
The true test of the offensive line will come once the games start. Training camp provides a good look, but it’s not the same as the high-speed action of real games. The perception of the offensive line might change once the preseason games begin, but for now, the outlook isn’t very promising.
