Column: Ravens LB Trenton Simpson must take next step

For Ravens weakside linebacker Trenton Simpson, the sequel has to be better than the original.

In his second NFL season, the 2023 third-round draft pick out of Clemson finished with 73 tackles. That might be good for a reserve, but not a starter. Since they are mostly uncovered, weakside linebackers generally finish second or third on their team in tackles, right up there with a safety.