Ravens named UDFA Linebacker Josh Ross's Roster

The Baltimore Ravens have a knack for bringing in un-drafted free

agent linebackers and turning them into stars. He has done so with Bart Scott,

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Jamil McClain, Zachary Orr, and Patrick Onwauser.

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The Ravens are now asking themselves questions about whether

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UDFA linebacker Josh Ross, who last season played with

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Michigan Wolverines under Ravens defensive coordinator Mike McDonald.

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According to Pro Football Focus, so far, all signs point to yes,

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with Ross receiving the highest grade among all defensive players,

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the highest of the 'elite' overall grades for playing a minimum of 20% snaps this season.

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The reason is Ross' coverage has been graded. It should come as no surprise

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that MacDonald said the area in which he had improved the most.

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