Ravens security Kyle Hamilton supplied reward this week for brand new go recreation coordinator and secondary coach Mike Mickens, drawing on his time taking part in underneath Mickens at Notre Dame to spotlight what he sees as a extra technique-driven method than is typical for NFL defensive backs coaches.
“Yes, I was actually [at Notre Dame] two out of three years with [pass game coordinator/secondary coach Mike Mickens]. [He’s a] great coach. He’s very technique-oriented, and I think that’s somewhat rare in this league at DB. A lot of times you get a guy who can, not that it’s a bad thing, but explain the install and make sure you’re going out and running the right plays, and not actually out there like, ‘This is what you’re doing in press [coverage] versus playing off. Here’s where your feet go and your hands [go].’ And I think he’s really good with that stuff. He’s helped contribute to Notre Dame putting some decent DBs out in recent years, and in recruiting, he’s personable and can relate. He played the game at a high level, and he’s a good coach. I’m just happy to have him [and have] some familiarity.”
Hamilton’s familiarity with Mickens provides an early layer of continuity for a Ravens secondary adjusting to new defensive workers modifications this offseason, with the unit persevering with set up work forward of coaching camp. As the Ravens proceed to reshape their secondary, Mickens’ technique-driven method may play a key position in creating gamers and making certain consistency. With Hamilton already acquainted with his coaching style, Baltimore’s defensive backs could profit from a extra detailed, hands-on basis that strengthens execution heading into the 2026 season.
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