The Baltimore Ravens have a rich history of producing legendary players, and the current roster is no exception. From record-breaking veterans to young stars already racking up accolades, several Ravens are on paths that could one day lead them to Canton. Here are five players with the strongest chances of earning a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Five Ravens players with the best Hall of Fame chances
Derrick Henry, RB
Aside from a Ravens quarterback who will be featured on the list soon, Derrick Henry's inclusion is about as no-brainer of an inclusion possible. Henry is 24th all-time in rushing yards (10,827), eighth all-time in rushing touchdowns (103), and has all the accolades needed to be featured in Canton.
Henry is the league's last true workhorse back. He's shouldered offenses for a decade, imposing his will on opposing defenders to their dismay. There is so much more we could say about 'The King,' but we'll leave it with Henry is a lock for the Hall of Fame
Kyle Hamilton, S
Kyle Hamilton plays like a Hall of Famer. Just watch the tape. The guy can be seen making plays from sideline to sideline. If it weren't for his heroics, this atrocious pass defense would probably be significantly worse. Hamilton is on the accolade track. He's already a First-Team All-Pro and a Pro Bowler.
While he's missing the turnovers this season, Hamilton has been doing everything else. Hamilton already has a new career-high in tackles with 84, and his 88.3 PFF grade leads all safeties. If he continues at this pace, he'll add another Pro Bowl and All-Pro title to the cupboard.
Lamar Jackson, QB
If Lamar Jackson wins his third MVP this season, there will be no debate. Sure, many opposing party members will point to the lack of playoff success, but that's asinine. True football fans take one look at Lamar and immediately conclude the most electric player in football is destined for the Hall of Fame.
When all is said and done, Jackson will hold the record for the most rushing yards by a quarterback, multiple MVP awards, more than his two All-Pro First-Team selections, and more than his three Pro Bowl appearances. If and when Jackson gets that elusive Super Bowl, he'll be just as much of a lock for the Hall of Fame as Patrick Mahomes.
Roquan Smith, LB
There aren't too many players who are more frightening than Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith. He's been a fixture in the middle of defenses since he entered the league in 2018. Smith is about as reliable a middle linebacker as it gets. He's never had less than 100 tackles in a season, and outside of his rookie season, he's never had a missed tackle percentage higher than seven.
Smith's abilities extend beyond just his eye test; he has the defensive accolades to support his reputation as well. His achievements include being named to the All-Rookie Team in 2018, selected for two Pro Bowls, and earning the All-Pro First-Team and Second-Team honors twice each in his six-plus seasons in the league. He's on pace to surpass Ravens legend Ray Lewis in tackles, so yeah, he deserves a spot here.
Tyler Linderbaum, C
It isn't easy to make it to the Hall of Fame as a center. Pretty much Jason Kelce's recent career with the Philadelphia Eagles is the benchmark. All he did was win a Super Bowl and was selected to six First-team All-Pro selections and seven Pro Bowls. That's a lot of hardware. However, if there is a young center who could replicate his success, it's Baltimore's own Tyler Linderbaum.
The 24-year-old is in year three, and he's already made a name for himself. His rookie season saw him claim a spot on the 2022 NFL All-Rookie team, finishing seventh in AP Offensive Rookie of the Year voting. His second season saw him capture his first Pro Bowl selection. This season, he's on pace to add another Pro Bowl appearance and a potential Super Bowl ring - he's only in year three.