12 Ravens with the most to gain during the final week of training camp

The Baltimore Ravens have arrived at the final and most important week of training camp.

Baltimore will practice Monday and Tuesday before hosting the Washington Commanders for a joint session Wednesday. A walkthrough Thursday and Friday’s preseason finale will provide the final opportunities before the initial 53-man roster must be established by 6 p.m. Sunday. Some players are trying to win starting jobs. Others need to secure roster spots, establish roles or produce enough film to land on Baltimore’s practice squad.

Here are 12 Ravens with the most to gain during the final week.

Longerbeam missed his rookie season after suffering a knee injury, but the 2025 sixth-round pick has returned to participate in a crowded cornerback competition.

His defensive work has been solid, but special teams could provide his clearest path to the roster. Longerbeam drew attention for his work in punt return and kick coverage during the preseason opener. Another productive week would give Baltimore a reason to consider keeping a seventh cornerback.

Adam Randall has moved ahead of Ali in the competition for the third running back job. That leaves Ali needing a productive finish once he is healthy enough to participate fully.

Ali’s best path involves special teams. Showing that he can cover kicks, protect the football and contribute as a receiver would give Baltimore reasons to keep four running backs. Otherwise, he could become a practice-squad candidate.

Walker appears to have a favorable path to the roster, but his offensive role remains undefined. Ja’Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt and LaJohntay Wester have generated significant attention throughout the summer.

The final week gives Walker an opportunity to remind the coaching staff how his size and vertical speed can complement Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman.

Moore’s experience and special teams background make him an intriguing candidate at the bottom of the receiver depth chart. The difficulty is finding room in a talented, crowded position group.

A strong performance against Washington could give Baltimore a reason to keep a seventh receiver or help Moore create an opportunity elsewhere.

Cuevas has flashed as a receiver while Baltimore rebuilds its tight end room behind Mark Andrews and Durham Smythe. He is competing with fellow rookies Matt Hibner and Ty Pezza for depth roles.

Cuevas can strengthen his standing by demonstrating consistency as a blocker and special-teams contributor. Those areas will determine whether he is prepared to handle a game-day role.

The season-ending injury suffered by Danny Pinter reduced the center competition to Pocic and Jovaughn Gwyn.

Pocic returned to game action against Minnesota and brings 97 career starts to the competition. He now needs to show that he is healthy, comfortable with the offense, and ready to handle protection calls alongside Jackson.

Bullock played a team-high 38 offensive snaps during Baltimore’s 13-3 win over Minnesota.

His ability to work at guard and center gives him added value after Pinter’s injury. Another steady week could push Bullock into the conversation for one of the final reserve offensive line spots.

Isaac’s third-round draft status will not guarantee him another season in Baltimore. Injuries have limited him to four NFL games, while other young edge rushers have produced throughout the preseason.

The final week gives Isaac an opportunity to display the athleticism, pass-rushing ability, and special-teams value that made him an intriguing prospect.

DeLuca entered camp as an undrafted rookie facing long odds. The former Penn State linebacker has gradually worked his way into the discussion through physical play and versatility.

Baltimore has a crowded group behind Roquan Smith, Trenton Simpson and Teddye Buchanan. DeLuca’s route to the roster will depend heavily on whether he can become a core special teams player.

Martin strengthened his roster case by recording four tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack in the preseason opener.

The Ravens already know he can contribute on special teams and provide depth in the slot. Another productive week would make it increasingly difficult to leave him out of a crowded cornerback group.

Benny is competing for one of the final spots along a deep defensive line. The seventh-round pick has shown enough power and interior quickness to remain in the conversation.

The Commanders' practices and preseason finale will allow Baltimore to evaluate whether Benny can hold his ground against the run while providing occasional interior pressure.

Eckley does not have another punter competing against him, but he still needs to establish consistency before the regular season. The rookie responded to an uneven start by averaging 55.3 yards per punt against Minnesota. Another strong performance would increase Baltimore’s confidence in handing him an important field-position role.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: 12 Ravens with the most to gain during the final week of training camp