Taking accountability and being transparent about making mistakes are two attributes that make a great leader. Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta proved he possesses both of these desirable and admirable traits when asked about why the acquisitions of Diontae Johnson and Eddie Jackson didn’t work out at the end-of-season press conference on Wednesday.
Both players are former Pro Bowlers who incited excitement from the fan base and organization and earned DeCosta praise because they were viewed as savvy low-cost-high-reward moves at the time they were made. Unfortunately, neither worked out in the Ravens’ favor and each ended with the veteran player being disgruntled about their respective roles before ultimately being released during the regular season.