The Baltimore Ravens are looking to build an undefendable offense under quarterback Lamar Jackson. If backup quarterback Robert Griffin III is to be believed, Baltimore might have found two great steals at wide receiver in the 2020 NFL Draft to help the unit become just that.
Speaking on “The Lounge” podcast, Griffin spoke highly of both Devin Duvernay and James Proche. Griffin has been working out with both this offseason in the leadup to training camp, getting a great look at what both players can do as they make the leap from college to the pros. Griffin broke down what he’s seen from both Duvernay and Proche thus far in detail.
The Ravens selected Duvernay in the third round and Proche in the sixth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Though both played primarily inside from the slot, Griffin says he “wouldn’t sleep on their ability to play outside,” something I specifically noted about Duvernay’s game in a closer look at him following the draft.
Griffin noted Duvernay is a track guy, which matches up well with his recent player rating in “Madden 21.” But more importantly, Griffin said Duvernay tracks the ball well, which should allow him to take full advantage of that track speed and turn it into big plays down the field. As far as Proche, Griffin said he thinks he’s even faster than people give him credit for. He specifically called out Proche’s work ethic in their workouts and noted he has a chip on his shoulder to prove he’s better than his draft status, backing what some are considering to be the Ravens’ biggest steal of the draft.
This will be Griffin’s ninth year in the league, with three different teams. He’s played with a lot of different wide receivers, including some really impressive ones like Pierre Garcon and DeSean Jackson, meaning his mini scouting report on both Duvernay and Proche carries a good bit of weight. If either player lives up to the hype Griffin applied to them, Baltimore will be plenty happy with their 2020 NFL Draft class.
