Week 4 Matchup Preview
Titans Visit Ravens in Week 4 While Key Players Seek Momentum
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Trey Hendrickson joined Baltimore on a four-year, $112 million contract that includes $60 million guaranteed. The Ravens expect Nnamdi Madubuike’s return to help create more favorable opportunities for Hendrickson and the defensive front.
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Rashod Bateman had nine receptions for 125 yards and a touchdown through the first three games, though the Ravens’ reliance on Derrick Henry and the running game may leave room for Bateman to take on a larger role.
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Carnell Tate caught six passes for 58 yards against the Giants and averaged 3.16 yards of separation on his nine targets, according to Next Gen Stats. He also appeared open on two potential touchdown plays that Cam Ward missed.
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Tyjae Spears has averaged 4.5 yards on 13 carries this season, including a 27-yard run, despite serving as a complement to starting back Tony Pollard.
The Baltimore Ravens host the Tennessee Titans in Week 4 with both teams banking on emerging playmakers to spark their offenses. Baltimore sits 2-1 but still searches for answers on pass rush, pass protection, and defensive identity Ravens Wire, while the Titans hope young receiver Carnell Tate and running back Tyjae Spears can create explosive plays against a Ravens defense looking to gel.
The matchup pits Baltimore's expensive defensive investment—pass rusher Trey Hendrickson's four-year, $112 million deal with $60 million guaranteed—against Tennessee's unproven offensive weapons and a rookie quarterback still finding rhythm with his targets Yahoo Sports.
Hendrickson's Big Contract Needs to Deliver
Trey Hendrickson arrived in Baltimore to fix the Ravens' pass rush problems. The $112 million signing should finally give the defensive front pressure up the middle. Ravens Wire reports that with defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike returning, the Ravens expect Hendrickson to produce more sacks and force uncomfortable throws from young QB Cam Ward.
Rashod Bateman Poised for Expanded Role
Through three games, Rashod Bateman caught nine passes for 125 yards and one touchdown. But Baltimore's heavy reliance on running back Derrick Henry and ground-based offense has limited Bateman's touches. Against a Titans defense that may stack the box, Bateman should see more targets and chances to stretch the field Ravens Wire.
Rookie Tate Threatens to Explode Against Baltimore
Carnell Tate caught six passes for 58 yards in Tennessee's Week 3 loss to the Giants. According to Next Gen Stats, he averaged 3.16 yards of separation on nine targets and appeared open on two potential touchdown throws that Cam Ward missed Yahoo Sports. If Ward connects, Tate could deliver his first career breakout game against a Ravens secondary still searching for consistency.
Spears' Speed in Space Challenges Baltimore Tackling
Tyjae Spears has averaged 4.5 yards on 13 carries this season, including one explosive 27-yard run Yahoo Sports. Operating as Tony Pollard's backup, Spears brings lateral quickness that could trouble the Ravens' linebacker group in space. Baltimore's defense has struggled to wrap up and close gaps—a weakness Spears can exploit on screen passes and short dumps.
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