As Opposed to Belichick & The Patriots
Many have taken to criticizing the Ravens for releasing special teams ace Justin Bethel. But let’s be honest, special teams have changed and the league is driving it that way. Directional punting, touchbacks on kickoff and penalty flags seemingly on every other special teams snap, have reduced the importance of teams. It is no longer one-third of the game.
Some who understand this and the importance of preserving the fourth-round comp pick forecasted for the Ravens in 2020, get the need to part ways with Bethel.