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5 Young Players Set to Break Out For the Baltimore Ravens in 2015

5 Young Players Set to Break Out For the Baltimore Ravens in 2015

C.J. Mosley Baltimore Ravens
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The Baltimore Ravens, after missing the playoffs last year, are back on track and still in the running for another Lombardi Trophy. Several rookies have stepped up and had a major impact on this team which has struggled with injuries this year. Here are five young guys I expect to have continued success and play a huge role in 2015.

5. Michael Campanaro

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5. Michael Campanaro

Michael Campanaro Baltimore Ravens
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Campanaro saw limited action this year, but when he got in the game, he was electrifying. Commonly compared to a Wes Welker or Julian Edelman type of receiver, he has proven to have reliable hands and great speed. With other Ravens WRs entering free agency this year, I foresee the rookie playing an even greater role in this offense in 2015.

4. James Hurst

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4. James Hurst

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Hurst signed with Baltimore as a rookie free agent in 2014 and has played a productive role in this offensive line. He is currently the starting right tackle and has done well this season protecting Joe Flacco. His versatility in being able to play left tackle as well will be beneficial going forward. I foresee bright future in Baltimore for Mr. Hurst.

3. Crockett Gillmore

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3. Crockett Gillmore

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Due to Dennis Pitta's season ending injury early this season, rookie TE Gillmore has seen more playing time than anticipated, and he shown great potential. With Owen Daniels becoming a free agent in 2015, Gillmore has the opportunity to claim the starting TE role in this offense. I expect him to prosper and have a great 2015 season.

2. Lorenzo Taliaferro

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2. Lorenzo Taliaferro

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The Ravens fourth round draft pick has done well in the backfield in his rookie season. Justin Forsett and Bernard Pierce have carried the load this season, but when Taliaferro was given the ball, he showed great power-running ability. Forsett is a free agent this year, and if he goes elsewhere, Taliaferro could be a featured back in 2015.

1. C.J. Mosley

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1. C.J. Mosley

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Mosley has come on strong in his rookie year and looks like he could become another Ray Lewis on this defense. He is the only rookie in the NFL to rank in the top 10 with 133 combined tackles and is a candidate for Defensive Rookie of the Year. Expect him to continue doing great things in 2015.

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