The Baltimore Ravensknow their headliners. Lamar Jackson remains one of the NFL's most dangerous quarterbacks, Derrick Henry keeps finding the end zone at an impressive rate, and Nnamdi Madubuike's return gives the defense another proven playmaker to build around.
Winning in the NFL requires more than star power, however. Every season tests depth at some point. Injuries create opportunities, young players are forced into larger roles, and veterans further down the roster are often asked to make key contributions when games hang in the balance.
Baltimore's dramatic victory over the Dallas Cowboysreminded everyone that role players can help determine outcomes as much as the household names. As the Ravens prepare for their Week 4 matchup with the Tennessee
Titans, here are four lesser-mentioned players who could provide an important spark.
Zion Young, EDGE
Signs suggest the Ravens may have found something in their 2026 draft class. There are also signs that some patience will be required as those young players continue developing.
Zion Young has recorded six tackles while playing 78 total snaps this season. 17 of those 78 snaps have come on special teams, giving him valuable experience while the coaching staff continues searching for ways to expand his role. The production has not yet reached the level many fans hoped for, but the opportunities remain available.
The Ravens would welcome additional pass-rush production from several players along the defensive front. Madubuike's return should help create more favorable situations for Baltimore's edge defenders because interior pressure often forces quarterbacks into difficult decisions. If Young can turn a few of those opportunities into pressures or drive-altering plays, the Ravens will gladly accept another step forward in his development.
Matthew Hibner, tight end
Matthew Hibner delivered one of the most memorable moments of Baltimore's victory over Dallas when he hauled in his first touchdown reception of the season. That score highlighted a larger trend that has developed during the opening weeks of the season.
Whenever opportunities have presented themselves, Hibner has generally responded well. His three receptions do not jump off the page statistically, but the Ravens have shown increasing confidence in his ability to contribute when his number is called.
The next step involves proving that Week 3 was not an isolated performance. Baltimore doesn't need Hibner to find the end zone every Sunday, but it would benefit from another reliable target who can punish defenses for focusing too heavily on Mark Andrews, Rashod Bateman, and Derrick Henry. If Tennessee devotes extra resources to slowing Baltimore's primary weapons, Hibner could once again find himself in position to make an impact.
John Jenkins, defensive tackle
Baltimore's defensive front has benefited from Madubuike's return, but the Ravens still need contributions from the players around him. John Jenkins remains one of those players. According to PFF, he generated a quarterback hurry on seven pass-rushing snaps against theCowboys while playing 12 snaps overall.
Although the sample size was small, it represented the type of disruptive play Baltimore would like to see more frequently from its rotational defenders. The Ravens do not need Jenkins to become a dominant pass rusher. They do need quality snaps from players who can keep the defensive line fresh while creating occasional interior pressure.
Tennessee's offensive line has struggled through three weeks, which could create opportunities for Jenkins to contribute in meaningful ways even if his impact doesn't fully show up in the box score.
The Ravens have enough star power to compete with anyone when their best players perform at a high level. Teams that sustain success over a season, however, almost always get meaningful contributions from players who operate outside the spotlight.
Chris Moore, wide receiver/kick returner
Chris Moore has quietly given Baltimore value in multiple phases during the season’s first three weeks. He has caught three passes for 63 yards and a touchdown, but his most consistent contribution has come as the Ravens’ primary kickoff returner.
Moore has returned eight kickoffs for 229 yards, averaging 28.6 yards per attempt with a long of 42. His ability to create favorable field position could matter if Sunday’s game stays close and Tennessee forces Baltimore to sustain longer possessions.
The Ravens do not need Moore to command a large share of the receiving targets. They need him to remain dependable when opportunities arise and continue producing hidden yardage on special teams. One explosive return or timely reception could provide the exact spark Baltimore needs.
Final analysis
Baltimore received some of those contributions in Brazil, and another strong performance from its supporting cast could go a long way toward helping the Ravens secure a second consecutive victory. If Young, Hibner, Moore, or Jenkins can provide a timely spark, Tennessee may discover that Baltimore's depth is becoming one of the roster's greatest strengths.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: 4 under-the-radar Ravens who could spark Week 4 win over Titans
