When Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith was carried off the field by trainers, all eyes shifted to rookie first-round pick Marlon Humphrey.
The Alabama product is no stranger to a big stage. He’s seen a lot of game action this season, and took over for Smith after Achilles soreness sent him off the field early in Oakland.
This was different. The Ravens knew Smith’s outlook wasn’t good, and Humphrey had a big test being thrown into the fire against the Detroit Lions’ potent passing attack.
It didn’t look good at the start, as Humphrey allowed five catches for a season-high 116 yards, according to Pro Football Focus.