Zach Orr’s retooled defense had another impressive preseason outing against a Falcons offense expected to be among the NFL’s best in 2024.
Atlanta had 343 yards of total offense, but the offense went 4-13 on third downs. Baltimore’s struggles in the running game continued, as the Ravens rushed for 71 yards on 30 attempts.
With the team off until Monday, here are the seven highest-graded defensive performers via PFF.
LB David Ojabo
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – AUGUST 12: Linebacker David Ojabo #90 of the Baltimore Ravens is introduced before the start of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 89.5
DB Trayvon Mullen
Aug 17, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Trayvon Mullen (30) dives through Baltimore Ravens defenders during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 88.4
DE Broderick Washington
Jan 15, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens defensive end Broderick Washington (96) reacts after a false start was called on the Cincinnati Bengals during the second half in a wild card game at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 75.0
DB Eddie Jackson
BALTIMORE, MD – AUGUST 17: John FitzPatrick #87 of the Atlanta Falcons dives over Eddie Jackson #39 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second quarters during a NFL preseason football game at M & T Bank on August 17, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 71.1
DB Jalyn Armour-Davis
Aug 17, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens safety Ar’Darius Washington (29) reacts after cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis (5) broke up a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Chris Blair (19) on fourth down during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 70.8
DT Travis Jones
Aug 17, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Travis Jones (98) tackles DAtlanta Falcons running back Carlos Washington Jr. (28) behind the line of scrimmage during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 70.4
LB Malik Harrison
Aug 17, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Malik Harrison (40) looks to rush the pass during the first half
against the Atlanta Falcons at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 67.8
Ryan Cooper Jr.
Oregon State Beavers defensive back Ryan Cooper Jr. (1) intercepts the ball to score a touchdown during the first half of the game against the UCLA Bruins on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore.
PFF grade vs. Falcons: 67.7