Jason La Canfora· Aug 10, 2026
La Canfora predicts seventh-round pick Rayshaun Benny will be a surprise for the Ravens this season, and that the defensive line room will take shape and get healthy in the coming week or two.
“Their absence has allowed the team to get a nice look at players like seventh-round pick Rayshaun Benny, who we believe will surprise this season.”
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- Sleeper CallsRayshaun BennyBaltimore RavensAug 10, 2026
Rayshaun Benny to outplay his draft cost (seventh-round pick)
“players like seventh-round pick Rayshaun Benny, who we believe will surprise this season”
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