Safety Kyle Hamilton had a great season as the Baltimore Ravens rose to AFC North champions and the conference’s top seed.
The second-year phenom dominated the box score, performed admirably from sideline to sideline, and earned All-Pro recognition.
His new defensive coordinator, Zach Orr, feels Hamilton’s career is only getting started, and that he has already established himself as one of the NFL’s top players.
“Kyle Hamilton is the ultimate chess piece; I think he’s one of the top players in the league,” Orr said this week, according to a club transcript. “My ambition for him is to one day be named the league’s defensive MVP. I believe he has that potential, that work ethic, and he’s
Hamilton recorded 81 tackles in 15 starts, with four interceptions, 13 passes defended, three sacks, and ten tackles for loss. Hamilton’s versatility and ability to influence the game in all facets is why Orr selected him as a chess piece.Hamilton recorded 81 tackles in 15 starts, with four interceptions, 13 passes defended, three sacks, and ten tackles for loss. Hamilton’s versatility and ability to influence the game in all facets is why Orr selected him as a chess piece.
As personnel and staff turnover has raised concerns about the Ravens defense’s ability to maintain its 2023 success, Orr feels Hamilton will play an important role in all initiatives.
“The thing about him being the ultimate chess piece [is], depending on what the offense does, he can play anywhere,” Orr stated. “He can play safety, deep safety, box safety; corner, nickel, backer, and even outside linebacker, and you all know he can pressure the passer. What you like about Kyle Hamilton is that he works hard, is a savvy player, and can handle any volume that you throw at him. I believe he’s excited, entering his third year, to
