Baltimore Ravens: 3 players who need to avoid a sophomore slump

Dec 25, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Kenneth Dixon (30) runs the ball against Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Lawrence Timmons (94) during the third quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 31-27. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jul 31, 2016; Owings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens tackle Blaine Clausell (63) blocks offensive tackle Alex Lewis (72) during the morning session of training camp at Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

The Baltimore Ravens have a make or break season and they are going to need the most out of these second year players

Looking back at the Baltimore Ravens 2016 draft class, there is a lot to be positive about. With 11 picks, the Ravens picked up some very good players. Some have already made an impact, while others are still waiting for their chance. Today we are going to focus on the players who made their impact last season. They will look to continue this form going into 2017.

These players had great rookie seasons, but they need to avoid a sophomore slump. This happens often in the NFL. Some rookies don’t seem to not play up to how they did the season before. The Ravens are in a position where they under a lot of pressure. They’ve missed the playoffs three out of the last four seasons and it’s time to get back to the playoffs. They will need the most out of their second year players in 2017.

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