By 2024, the Baltimore Ravens’ defense could still be a work in progress.
After losing many important contributors, including solid safety Geno Stone, the Ravens may need to use free agency to establish a reliable experienced presence in the secondary if they want to make another deep run at the Super Bowl.
If the 2024 season started today, Marcus Williams would start alongside Kyle Hamilton, a developing talent in his own right.
However, for a team that considers itself a serious Super Bowl contender, strengthening at safety may be the last box to check before the season begins in September.
Micah Hyde is an Ideal Fit for the Baltimore Ravens.
Micah Hyde, a former Buffalo Bills safety, might be an intriguing fit for the Ravens to improve the safety room.
CBS Sports’ Jeff Kerr compiled a list of the top matches for remaining free agents and believes the Ravens should sign Hyde to strengthen the secondary.
“The Ravens didn’t take a safety until pick No. 250 in this year’s draft,” writes Kerr. “With Geno Stone’s departure, the position could benefit from more depth. They have Marcus Williams and Kyle Hamilton back there, but Baltimore has previously used three safety sets.
“If Williams or Hamilton fall down, this is a luxury rather than a necessity for Baltimore. Despite his fading covering abilities, Hyde is a natural leader and a fierce hitter on defense. He’d be a nice addition.”
Hyde, a two-time Second-Team All-Pro selection, has 644 total tackles in his first 11 seasons, 24 career interceptions, and is coming off a great 54-tackle 2023 season with two interceptions.
Hyde’s secondary experience and versatility may be a welcome addition to a defense that may be in transition this season.
