Most NFL players don’t hit the ground running as rookies and many even take some more time than others to develop, classifying them as “late bloomers.” However, history has shown that the vast majority of players make the most significant strides in their development from their first to second season.
The Baltimore Ravens have been a shining case study in recent memory with quarterback Lamar Jackson and tight end Mark Andrews, who both broke out and became Pro Bowlers in their second seasons after displaying great promise as rookies.
The team is hoping that history will repeat itself in 2022 with a similar ascension of wide receiver Rashod Bateman, who they selected No.