The Baltimore Ravens signed former New York Jets offensive tackle Morgan Moses to a three-year, $15 million deal on the second day of 2022 free agency. The move is one that could shore up their line in a big way, especially after the way it performed in 2021;
During his introductory press conference, Moses was asked about some of the challenges and adjustments that might come when blocking for quarterback Lamar Jackson. Moses made it clear that he doesn’t think it will be challenging protecting Jackson, instead listing out how he thinks Jackson’s play-style will work to his advantage.
“I don’t think it’s challenging blocking for a guy as mobile as him, No. 1, because I think that’s an advantage. You know, he’s an elite quarterback, because not only can he throw the ball, he can run. He dissects defense, and defenses … When you look at the offense of Baltimore Ravens, you have to account for that guy back there. He’s another runner. It takes another ‘DB’ [defensive back], another safety in the box. At the time, you get your receiver group together and boom – a 50-yard touchdown down the seams, or the post, or whatever the case – play-action. We talked about power. It’s the same thing; you want to run the ball. When you run the ball successfully, what comes after that? Play-action…”
Moses’ detailed explanation shows how he analyzes the game of football, and undoubtedly shows that he’s ecstatic to be blocking for Jackson. The veteran offensive lineman is a very solid player and also extremely durable, so Jackson could soon come to find that he enjoys Moses blocking for him.
