OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- When middle linebacker Roquan Smith was traded from the Chicago Bears to the Baltimore Ravens midway through the 2022 season, he had less than a week to get ready for his first game with his new team.
On Smith's first day in Baltimore, then-inside linebackers coach Zach Orr took him to his office and went over every play, a crash course that gave Smith a small glimpse of Orr's dedication and preparation.
"My head was spinning a little bit, but he was very patient with me," Smith said.