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Ravens Sign Safety Eddie Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens are beefing up their defensive secondary by signing safety Eddie Jackson, who played his first seven NFL seasons with the Chicago Bears. The Ravens gave Jackson a one-year deal, and he could mainly serve as backup to Kyle Hamilton or Marcus Williams.

Jackson has two Pro Bowls and one All-Pro selection. The former Alabama standout was at his best in 2018 when he had a career-high six interceptions, 15 passes defended, two forced fumbles, and two defensive touchdowns. A year later, he earned a second Pro Bowl nod, though his numbers were less impressive than the previous season.

The Ravens will get a defensive back with extensive experience, helping new defensive coordinator Zach Orr implement his system better.

Throughout his career, Jackson has three touchdowns off interceptions and another three from fumble recoveries. He will have a chance to add to those totals when he takes the field for the Ravens, one of the AFC’s top contenders.

However, while his football smarts will be useful for Baltimore, he has missed ten games over the last two seasons. His availability should help the Ravens fend off the NFL’s high-powered offenses.

-Lance Fernandez

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