Baltimore has earned their reputation as a franchise that fields excellent special teams units. The tradition established by Ring of Honor kicker Matt Stover and All-Pro returner Jermaine Lewis continued when former Eagles special teams coordinator John Harbaugh became the Ravens head coach in 2008.
Led by the greatest placekicker in the history of the sport, Justin Tucker, and a procession of core special teamers, Harbaugh’s special teams units have consistently ranked near the top of the league. However, NFL rule makers, in an effort to improve player safety, have reduced the importance of kick and punt coverage and blocking units.