**Coach Benny**: *”First and foremost, I want to start by saying that the standard here in Baltimore is clear—we aim for excellence every time we step on that field. But to be honest with you, I need to be better in late-game situations, plain and simple. That’s on me.”*
*“We have playmakers on this team. We’re talking about a guy like Lamar Jackson—he’s one of the most dynamic players in the league, period. Mark Andrews, one of the best tight ends in football, gives us a huge advantage in the middle of the field. Devontez Walker, explosive. And of course, we know Derrick Henry is coming back from injury soon, and when he’s healthy, he’s a game-changer.”*
*“On the other side of the ball, we’ve got leaders like Roquan Smith, who flies all over the field, Kyle Hamilton making plays in the secondary, and Odefe Oweh and Trenton Simpson creating pressure. You’ve got Marlon Humphrey, one of the best corners in the game, and Nate Wiggins stepping up big for us.”*
*“The pieces are there. The talent is there. But I’ve got to put us in better situations late in games to close things out. We’ve been in positions where we should’ve finished stronger, and that starts with my decisions. Whether it’s clock management, play-calling, or making adjustments, I need to be better. I owe that to the players, the fans, and the organization.”*
*“We’re going to keep working. There’s a lot of football left to be played, and I have full confidence in this team to bounce back. It’s my job to make sure we’re putting ourselves in a position to win every game, especially in those critical late-game moments.”*
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**Reporter**: *”What specific areas are you looking to improve?”*
**Coach Benny**: *“It’s about situational awareness—making sure we’re sharp on when to be aggressive and when to play it safe. We’ve got to finish drives, and defensively, we need to lock down and make those key stops. But I also need to be quicker and more decisive in those pressure moments, making sure the right plays are being called, and that we’re executing as a unit.”*
