Takeaways and observations from Day 4 of the Baltimore Ravens' training camp practices

The Ravens held their fourth and final practice of the first week of training camp, finishing off a spirited afternoon that saw Devontez Walker take steps to solidify his place in the Baltimore passing game.

A loaded roster could highly benefit from the blazing downfield speed that the former UNC pass catcher can offer to Todd Monken and Lamar Jackson. The Baltimore kicking competition is starting to take shape. At the same time, Jaire Alexander has brought swagger and uber-confidence to a Ravens secondary looking to take its place among the best in the league.

With the team off on Sunday, we're reviewing the key takeaways and observations from Day 4.

Devontez Walker

Walker has been a playmaker during the first four days, catching passes from all three quarterbacks on the roster. His most crucial grab was a deep downfield grab from Lamar Jackson, beating star cornerback Nate Wiggins on a beautiful deep ball.

Ravens practice just wrapped. A pretty active day from Devontez Walker, including a nice back shoulder grab on a tough 1-on-1 rep against Jaire Alexander. Rasheen Ali beat Mike Green on a wheel route and reeled in a deep bal from Cooper Rush.

— Nikhil Mehta (@nikknowsball) July 26, 2025

Kane and Brade

Kyle Hamilton and Malaki Starks are the headliners, but it'll be Sanoussi Kane and Beau Brade fighting to replace Ar'Darius Washington's presence in the lineup for the first 10-12 weeks. Kane tipped a pass intended for Malik Cunningham, leading to a Jalyn Armour-Davis interception.

1 week of Ravens training camp down!

⬆️ WR Devontez Walker
⬆️ K Tyler Loop
⬆️ CB Jalyn Armour-Davis (with a shoutout to S Sanoussi Kane)

⬇️ penalties… again
⬇️ injury update

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— Giana Han (@giana_jade) July 26, 2025

Kicker battle is heating up

Rookie kickers Tyler Loop and John Hoyland have shared kicking duties since the end of the draft and the start of rookie minicamp. Today, Loop went 7-for-7 while Hoyland went 3-for-4 on field goals for the afternoon. Loop's longest make was 42 yards as the two continue to compete for the starting spot.

Tyler Loop is looking to create separation from John Hoyland in the Ravens' kicker battle https://t.co/vpCCmVTj8Opic.twitter.com/miQDZ33x6m

— The Ravens Wire (@TheRavensWire) July 26, 2025

On Friday, Loop went 10-for-10 on field goals, making seven straight successful kicks according to the Ravens' official website.

Loop also converted a 68-yard attempt on the opposite field on a non-team drill.

Jaire Alexander is making his presence felt

Whether it's a seatbelt celebration, much-needed swagger, or lockdown coverage, Alexander has made his presence felt over the first few days.

Ravens QBs targeted Jaire Alexander three times early. All incompletions. Fellow vet CB Chidobe Awuzie spent much of practice running on side field. He didn’t take many reps last two days but Harbaugh said he’s fine.

— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) July 26, 2025

Ravens lacking discipline

A low point of the 2024 campaign was the untimely and costly penalties. That penchant for bonehead plays continued on Saturday, leaving coaches on the offensive side of the football frustrated and baffled.

The #Ravens have stressed pre-snap penalties as a point of emphasis this summer, but they seem to have 4-5 each day and did again Saturday. It’s not just the linemen either; one flag came during a 7-on-7 period

— Bo Smolka (@bsmolka) July 26, 2025

Lamar Jackson accuracy

Workin on the weekend like usual pic.twitter.com/dHF40gX9zh

— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) July 26, 2025

Ravens should be better prepared vs. the Blitz

Baltimore is explosive, but when the opposition brings more rushers than the Ravens have blockers, the offense can get bogged down and predictable. Todd Monken was asked about responding to opposing blitz packages with a wide receiver group known for producing separation.

Todd Monken was asked about Lamar Jackson and the offense's struggles against man blitzes:

"It doesn't make any sense in some ways because we have guys who can separate. So against man, that [part] isn't really an issue.

"It's doing a better job of - myself - helping us get…

— Sarah Ellison (@sgellison) July 26, 2025

Jackson has demonstrated significant improvement in handling blitzes, notably achieving a high completion percentage and passer rating when facing extra pressure.

There's plenty of film from 2024 to displayLamar Jackson's ability to shred heavy pressure schemes. On a clutch 4th Q drive in Wk 5, Lamar ripped every version of Sticks/Blitz Zero that Cincinnati could muster, including this sick 2nd & 12 toss to Zay Flowers.
🧵#RavensFlockpic.twitter.com/Nz4DInZPVC

— All 22 Films (@All_22_NFL_Cuts) July 25, 2025

Keaton Mitchell will have to earn his snaps

On any other roster, Keaton Mitchell would be the primary option, but the third-year running back is playing behind a future Hall of Famer and a solid No. 2 option. Todd Monken was about Mitchell's explosive ability and usage rate for this season. Monken didn't pull any punches.

Todd Monken on Keaton Mitchell: "He's got to fight to get touches. Two years ago we didn't have Derrick Henry. Let's just say it like it is.

"Justice Hill is an established outstanding football player, and now we've got Derrick. So, that third RB position is fighting for reps."

— Sarah Ellison (@sgellison) July 26, 2025

Mitchell averaged 8.4 yards per carry on 47 runs in his rookie year – the most in the NFL among all ball carriers with at least a dozen attempts. Still, in 2024, Derrick Henry carried the football 325 times, Lamar Jackson carried 139 times, and Justice Hill was third with 47 rushing attempts. Mitchell was fourth on the team with 15 carries and five games, and it'll be on Todd Monken to find a role for the explosive, dual-threat running back.

Will Nate Wiggins travel

Top cornerbacks travel with the opposing team's best wide receiver, and Wiggins could be destined for that same responsibility in Year 2.

The Ravens typically keep their boundary corners on one side of the field, but Zach Orr said they would consider having Nate Wiggins follow opposing WR1s at some point in the future.
"That might be something that we do," he said.

— Nikhil Mehta (@nikknowsball) July 26, 2025

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens' training camp: Takeaways from Day 4 of practice