Randall has intriguing potential, but I think it will be challenging for him to earn a significant role as a rookie, as long as the Ravens
remain healthy at running back. Even if he returns to practice soon, Randall will need a ramp up period before he’s ready to play.... Henry and Hill are the only two Baltimore running backs who have carried the ball this season, while Rasheen Ali has played strictly on special teams. That could leave Randall inactive on game days when he returns, unless he shows in practice that he would add punch to the offense and possibly reduce Henry’s workload.
I came away from Randall's preseason film wanting to see more. I don't know exactly what he is yet, and I'm not sure the Ravens do either, but that's kind of what makes him interesting. You've got a big former receiver who is still figuring out how to play running back, but already has enough natural ability with the ball in his hands to make things happen. With Derrick Henry and Justice Hill ahead of him, there's no reason to rush the process. Get him healthy, keep developing him and see what you have when he's eligible to come back. Because based on the flashes we got this preseason, there's definitely something here.
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