Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Patrick Queen has played terrific this season recording 73 solo tackles. He features as a key component to a Ravens defense that is allowing just 16.1 points per game.
Below are a few attributes that makes Queen a dynamic asset in the Ravens defensive scheme.
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Agility and Quickness | 40-yard dash time 4.5
Queen runs a 40-yard dash of 4.5 seconds, an identical 40-yard time to San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey.
Needless to say, Queen can keep up with most tail backs in the NFL.
His agility is essential in 1-on-1 situations when tackles need to be made in the open field. Queen’s speed also allows him to shadow the check-down receiver making life hard for quarterbacks looking for underneath throws.
His speed also allows him to recover in zone coverage when play-action is used.
Physicality + Upper Body Strength
Queen has recorded 8.5 stuffs on the 2023 season, a strong indicator that he’s a sure tackler.
The Ravens can count on Queen and his counterpart Roquan Smith to stop the run or prevent a quarterback sneak in 3rd and short situations.
Competent pass rusher + endurance
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Ravens’ defensive coordinator Mike MacDonald can count on Queen to clog lanes in the pass rush. This creates 1-on-1 opportunities for Justin Madubuike and Jadeveon Clowney.
Queen has recorded 3.5 sacks on the season and has been a consistent pass rusher in 2023.
The Ravens’ defense is built to attack in various ways and Queen is an essential piece to explain their success this season.
