Five Baltimore Ravens players appear in ESPN top 100 rankings for 2026

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Five Baltimore Ravens players appear in ESPN top 100 rankings for 2026
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ESPN included five Baltimore Ravens players in its annual ranking of the top 100 NFL athletes heading into the 2026 season. Quarterback Lamar Jackson holds the highest spot for the team at number three. Safety Kyle Hamilton appears at number 17, followed by running back Derrick Henry at 72, linebacker Roquan Smith at 80, and edge defender Trey Hendrickson at 87. The rankings reflect the team's balance of established veteran talent and playmakers entering the new campaign. These players will look to support Baltimore's championship aspirations as the season gets underway under new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle.

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  • Lamar Jackson is the highest-ranked Raven at number three.
  • Kyle Hamilton is recognized for his defensive versatility across five different positions.
  • Derrick Henry enters the season needing 1,084 rushing yards to reach sixth on the all-time list.
  • Trey Hendrickson leads all NFL players in sacks during the fourth quarter and overtime since 2019.
  • Roquan Smith remains a central figure for the Baltimore defense with significant career tackle totals.
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  • 6:30 PMYahoo SportsFive Ravens land on ESPN’s top 100 players ranking for 2026
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Lamar Jackson, Kyle Hamilton, Derrick Henry, Roquan Smith, and Trey Hendrickson all earned spots on ESPN's annual ranking of the NFL's best players.

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