Vega Ioane Shines in First Start at Center

Baltimore Ravens rookie Vega Ioane impressed during his first NFL start at center in Sunday's victory against the Tennessee Titans. Despite rainy conditions and snapping to both Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, Ioane held his own against three-time All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Head Coach Jesse Minter praised Ioane's performance, crediting his preparation after just one week of practicing at the position.

Ioane, who was drafted in the first round as a guard, shifted to center following injuries to Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic. Simmons generated only one pressure across 32 pass rushes, and it came against guard Andrew Vorhees rather than Ioane. The Ravens have also signed veteran Andre James to the practice squad as offensive line injuries mount.