Ravens rookie Ryan Eckley believes holding is as vital as his punting

Eckley Brings Value Beyond the Punt Punting might be the headline, but Ryan Eckley understands that the job goes well beyond just flipping field position. When discussing his experience as a holder and the importance of that role, especially in connection with what he discussed during the pre-draft process, Eckley made it clear that he views it as a critical part of his game. “Yes, absolutely.

I held for all four years at Michigan State, and one of the big things punters talk about in the pre-draft process is that holding is just as important as kicking. You have to be a good holder, and you have to be able to service your kicker because they're scoring the points. So, being a good holder and a confident holder, and being able to work with your long snapper as an operation, I think is extremely important.

” That kind of mindset fits exactly what the Ravens look for in specialists. It’s not just about the big leg; it’s about consistency, trust, and being part of a clean operation. That’s how you earn your role early and keep it.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ryan Eckley's holding skill is key for Ravens