The focus on quarterback Lamar Jackson’s contract situation is understandable, but his on-field performance will be the centerpiece of Baltimore’s efforts to return to the playoffs.

It’s hard to remember when there was less certainty about what the Ravens will do in the first round, due to their having so many needs.

The Ravens’ 2022 roster building has been about controlling several parts of the game, but the healthy return of Ronnie Stanley may be the most important of all.

Baltimore’s franchise quarterback says ‘I love my Ravens’ to those speculating about his future.