3 Reasons D.J. Reader would make perfect sense for the Ravens defense
The Ravens hosted veteran nose tackle DJ Reader on free agent visit, and it's easy to see why they would be interested.
The Baltimore Ravens have never shied away from building their defense from the inside out. It's part of their identity. Win at the line of scrimmage.
Control the tempo, and let everything else fall into place. So, when news surfaced that they were hosting D. J.
Reader for a free-agent visit , it didn't take long to connect the dots. For new defensive mind Jesse Minter, the appeal is obvious. Baltimore's defensive philosophy has always leaned heavily on physicality up front, and that seemingly won't change under Jesse Minter and Anthony Weaver.
When the interior holds firm, linebackers play faster. When double teams are absorbed, edge rushers see more one-on-one opportunities. It's all connected, and it starts with having the right anchor in the middle.