Official Site of the Ravens · Dec 18, 2017
News & Notes: Za'Darius Smith Has Quietly Become a Really Good Pass Rusher
Third-year outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith made the critical sack-strip in Cleveland. Wide receiver Mike Wallace's three-game production and running back Javorius Allen's consistency have been impressive.
Za’Darius Smith Quietly Become a Really Good Pass Rusher
Ravens outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith has had the pass-rush production; he just hasn’t had the sacks to show for it.
Smith made the impact he’s been long yearning for Sunday in Cleveland when he sack/stripped Browns rookie quarterback DeShone Kizer in the end zone. Defensive tackle Brandon Williams fell on the ball for a touchdown, giving the Ravens a 14-point lead in the third quarter.
