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The Ravens are gearing up for their home opener in Week 1 against the upstart Houston Texans.
Baltimore released its first unofficial depth chart before Sunday’s matchup.
Buy Ravens TicketsIt’ll be the first start for Lamar Jackson since he suffered a knee (PCL) injury in Week 13 against Denver.
Tie for backup spot
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Lamar Jackson is the unquestioned starter, but with Tyler Huntley’s injury, Josh Johnson was listed as the Co-No.2.
J.K. Dobbins RB1
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Dobbins is atop the depth chart, followed by Gus Edwards and Justice Hill.
Zay Flowers WR2
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The rookie will be critical for Lamar Jackson, but he’s second-string on the initial depth chart.
FB outweights WR3
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The Ravens will utilize 12 personnel (1 RB, 2 WR, 1TE) a lot of the time, but on the intial depth chart the fullback position holds weight over a third wide receiver.
Patrick Mekari
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Mekari is the cross-trainer, and could see time at multiple spots.
Travis Jones
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The former UConn star will be the primary backup at defensive tackle and at the nose tackle position, offering an elite run-stuffing presence.
David Ojabo over Clowney
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The second-year pass rusher and outside linebacker gets the nod on paper over Jadeveon Clowney.
Will see how the snap count plays out for Sunday.
Rock Ya-Sin/Ronald Darby CB1
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Two new additions to the roster are listed as the No. 1 cornerback opposite Marlon Humphrey.
Both players could be starters on Sunday if Humphrey doesn’t play.
Marlon Humphrey
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Humphrey hasn’t been ruled out for the season opener and was listed as CB1.
Final numbers
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Baltimore went wtih 25 players on offense, 25 players on defense and three specialist.