Ravens Rookie Teddye Buchanan: All-Rookie Season, Roquan Mentorship & ACL Comeback Journey

Описание: Ravens rookie linebacker Teddye Buchanan joins Ryan Ripken for an uplifting, candid conversation about his breakout 2025 season, earning PFWA All-Rookie Team honors, learning from elite vets, and his determined ACL recovery journey. Drafted in the 4th round (129th overall) from Cal, Buchanan stepped up big as a starter (13 starts in 14 games), finishing 3rd on the team with 93 tackles (49 solo, 44 assists), 0.5 sacks, 1 FF, and consistent special teams play—despite a season-ending torn ACL in Week 15 vs. Bengals (successful surgery, strong rehab progress).
He opens up on the "welcome to the NFL" moments (humidity shock, daily pro routines), massive growth from OTAs to starter, and why playing alongside Roquan Smith—the league's best linebacker—has been huge: daily work ethic, defensive QB skills, and off-field leadership. Buchanan praises Ravens culture ("being a Raven is not going to change"), fan support (feels like a college town), Baltimore life (Orioles games, exploring the East Coast), and teammates like Nick Moore and Fernando Mendoza (ping-pong rival turned leader shoutout).
Even with the injury "speed bump," his mindset shines: "One day at a time," faith in the process, drawing as a hobby during downtime, leaning on support system, and excitement for Year 2. A feel-good listen for Ravens fans needing positivity during the offseason transition—proving the future is bright with young talent like this.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & All-Rookie Congratulations
1:30 - Rookie Transition & Daily Pro Process
4:00 - Breakout Stats & Starting Role
6:30 - Roquan Smith Mentorship & Learning from the Best
9:00 - ACL Injury Update & Positive Rehab Vibes
11:00 - Ravens Culture, Loyalty & Baltimore Life
14:00 - Hobbies, Favorite Moments & "One Day at a Time" Mindset
17:00 - Future Outlook & Final Thoughts
Ravens Nation: Teddye's energy is contagious—what's your favorite part of his rookie story?
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