Trenton Simpson isn’t holding back. The linebacker flat-out predicted a multi-sack game for veteran pass rusher Trey Hendrickson this Sunday when Baltimore hosts Cincinnati, kicking off Hendrickson’s first matchup against his former team as a Raven. Simpson’s exact words, per Jamison Hensley, were simple and bold: “I’m calling it.”
When the Past Comes Calling
There’s no doubt this game is gonna have some extra fire, especially for Hendrickson. While Trey’s known for keeping his feelings locked down, his teammate Calais Campbell offered a glimpse into the emotional minefield. Campbell confessed, “I mean, if it was me, I’d be thinking, ‘I’ll make them regret it,’” when talking about facing an old squad. But he was quick to point out Hendrickson is “a whole different kind of guy. He keeps his cards close to his chest,” clarifying that he wasn’t spilling any revenge declarations from Trey. So, while Hendrickson himself hasn’t gone public with any big predictions, Simpson absolutely just did the talking for him. Talk about putting your buddy on the spot!
Why This Call Matters Right Now
Look, this isn’t just about some pre-game trash talk. The football stakes here are HUGE for Baltimore. Getting into Joe Burrow’s face would be massive, helping to shield their secondary from absolute studs like Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Hendrickson’s already shown he can bring the heat, racking up eight pressures and a sack against Cleveland after returning from injury, according to Cincinnati’s official scouting report citing Next Gen Stats. If he can bring that kind of production again, the Bengals will be forced to throw extra protection his way. That opens up the field for Baltimore’s other rushers to get to Burrow, which could be the difference-maker. The Ravens need that pressure to shut down drives, especially if they want to avoid getting hit with consecutive division losses. This game isn’t just a rivalry; it’s a test for their season.
Can Hendrickson deliver on Simpson’s bold prediction this Sunday? The Ravens need him to bring that fire if they’re going to avoid another divisional L and keep their season momentum going. You know everyone will be watching to see if “I’m calling it” turns into “I told you so.”
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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