The Baltimore Ravens have added plenty of talent to their wide receiver room during the 2021 offseason. New players such as Sammy Watkins, Rashod Bateman, and Tylan Wallace can all contribute in a big way during the upcoming year due to their unique skill sets and natural athleticism.
On the Upon Further Review Podcast, former Ravens receiver Qadry Ismail discussed if Baltimore currently has a No. 1 receiver on their roster. He talked about what his definition of a true No. 1 wideout is, along with the players who the Ravens did add in the offseason.
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Instead of claiming that the Ravens have a true No. 1 receiver, Ismail instead says that the team has “go-to” receivers. He points out that right now in his mind, it remains to be seen if any of the pass catchers currently on Baltimore’s roster can be an “upper tier elite” wide receiver, but seems to be in wait and see mode, as young players such as Watkins, Bateman, Wallace need to establish some chemistry with Jackson to mesh with their new quarterback.
Overall, Ismail advocates that the Ravens have talent at the receiver position. He points to Bateman and Wallace as players who have talent, but although he says Baltimore has those “go-to” wideouts, he wants to see what happens in order to deem anyone a No. 1 wide receiver.
