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Ravens need to make Keyon Martin a fixture in their secondary

Keyon Martin is back on the rise in the Baltimore Ravens' defense, and in Week 6, he proved worthy of a bigger role.

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 9:00 PM
Ravens need to make Keyon Martin a fixture in their secondary
Key Things to Know
  • Connor Burke argues the Baltimore Ravens should make Keyon Martin a regular fixture in their defensive secondary.
  • Keyon Martin recorded three tackles, one sack, one quarterback hit, and a pass breakup against the Cleveland Browns.
  • Defensive coordinator Jesse Minter publicly commended Martin for battling back into the team's defensive rotation.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Connor Burke of Ebony Bird argues that the Baltimore Ravens need to make defensive back Keyon Martin a regular fixture in their secondary following a standout performance in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns. Martin made a strong impact after seeing limited action in the prior four games, recording three tackles, a sack on Deshaun Watson, a pass breakup, and a tackle for loss.

Ravens defensive coordinator Jesse Minter praised Martin postgame for successfully earning his way back into the defensive rotation over Chandler Rivers. Burke suggests the Ravens expand Martin's role beyond dime packages into the slot, noting struggles from safety Jaylinn Hawkins and highlighting Martin's playmaking ability near the line of scrimmage.

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