Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson converted touchdown passes to both tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely in the team win over the Houston Texans on Christmas.
A glance at the stat sheet shows that neither player was targeted numerous times yesterday, but their ability to create mismatches in the red zone makes them prime targets for Jackson when it matters most.
MARK ANDREWS TOUCHDOWN!!!
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 25, 2024
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Size, speed, and versatility make Both Likely and Andrews easily deployable in the Ravens’ offense. NFL analysts have already stressed that offensive coordinator Todd Monken should use more 12-person packaging, and it’s pretty obvious why.
Andrews and Likely both work as effective pass blockers and help the true identity of the team offense, which relies on running back Derrick Henry and the ground game.
TOUCHDOWN @DaGorilla4 FROM @LJ_ERA8!!!!
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 25, 2024
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Ultimately, with Henry thriving, opponents have to account for the threat of the run. This allows Andrew and Likely to exploit undersized opposing linebackers and safeties.
