Drafted in the second round (34th overall) of the 1997 NFL Draft out of Virginia, Jamie Sharper arrived in Baltimore as a long, athletic linebacker built for modern defensive schemes. Operating alongside Ray Lewis and Peter Boulware, Sharper formed one of the most formidable linebacking corps in NFL history, serving as a versatile, playmaking anchor during the franchise's initial rise to championship glory.

Sharper provided a lively and reliable presence on the field, with great pursuit and instinctive coverage. He comfortably lined up as a strongside linebacker, ready to engage tight ends at the line, blitz on passing downs, or drop back into zone coverage with ease. His speed helped him quickly close the gap on runners, and his reach gave him a special advantage when intercepting passes over the middle.

Sharper's versatility peaked during the historic 2000 Ravens defense, which set the NFL record for the fewest points allowed in a 16-game regular season with 165. While Lewis covered the middle, Sharper discreetly recorded 76 combined tackles, five forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries throughout the regular season.

His pivotal moment came during the postseason journey to Super Bowl XXXV. In the AFC Championship Game versus Oakland, Sharper made a vital interception of Rich Gannon, returning it 45 yards to help secure a key touchdown. Two weeks afterward in Super Bowl XXXV, Sharper achieved two sacks and four tackles as Baltimore overwhelmed the New York Giants 34–7 to win the Lombardi Trophy.

In 2001, Sharper achieved his best statistical season in Charm City, recording a career-high 6.0 sacks, 108 combined tackles, and a defensive touchdown. After that season, the Houston Texans picked him in the 2002 NFL Expansion Draft, making him a key part of their defense from the start. In 2003, Sharper led the NFL with an impressive 166 combined tackles.

In his five years in Baltimore, Sharper played in 80 regular-season games (79 starts) without missing a single contest, recording 328 tackles, 14.0 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 7 forced fumbles.

Taken in the fourth round (133rd overall) of the 1999 NFL Draft out of Arizona, Edwin Mulitalo gave Baltimore a raw, massive prospect who stepped directly into the fire as a rookie. He quickly claimed the starting left guard spot alongside Hall of Fame tackle Jonathan Ogden, forming a wall on the left side of the offensive line that powered Baltimore through its most iconic run in franchise history.

Mulitalo brought rare mass and raw power to Baltimore's offensive line. Positioned next to Jonathan Ogden, his main role in Brian Billick's power scheme was to reset the line of scrimmage by engaging 3-techniques and nose tackles. His hallmark was a fierce initial punch combined with powerful leg drive; once he clasped his hands around a defensive tackle's chest, he often pushed defenders aside, creating large "B-gap" openings for Jamal Lewis and Priest Holmes.

Mulitalo's physical presence was central to the identity of the 2000 Super Bowl XXXV championship team. He played all four playoff games at left guard, anchoring a rushing attack that averaged 148 rushing yards per game in the postseason and culminating in a dominant 34–7 victory over the New York Giants.

His peak performance as a run blocker came in 2003, when he started all 16 games for an offense that averaged 4.8 yards per carry and generated +62.4 Adjusted Rushing Runs (per Football Outsiders metrics). Mulitalo cleared the way for Jamal Lewis's historic 2,066-yard rushing season, including Lewis's then-NFL-record 295-yard performance against Cleveland on September 14, 2003, in which most of the internal power plays were directed right behind Mulitalo and Ogden.

After departing Baltimore following the 2006 season, Mulitalo spent two years with the Detroit Lions before transitioning into coaching and humanitarian work.  With the Ravens, he started 102 of his 106 games.

Signed as an undrafted free agent in 1997 out of Maine, Mike Flynn faced long odds just to make an NFL roster. Through sheer grit, intelligence, and versatility, he worked his way up from the practice squad into a central pillar of Baltimore's offensive line. Over a decade in Charm City, Flynn transformed from a roster-bubble longshot into an indispensable starter on the frontline of the most physical offense in franchise history.

Flynn contributed exceptional interior leverage, short-area power, and pre-snap intelligence to the offensive line. Whether positioned at right guard or executing line calls from the center position, he specialized in initiating movement on down blocks and maintaining blocks at the second level to facilitate power-running plays.

Flynn secured a position in the starting lineup as right guard during Baltimore's notable 2000 season. He commenced all four postseason games, facilitating running lanes for Jamal Lewis and Priest Holmes, while ensuring robust interior protection during the 34–7 triumph over the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXXV.

After his impressive championship run, Flynn showcased his flexibility by moving to center in 2002. Over the next six seasons, he became the main thinker of the offensive line, skillfully calling out blitz fronts and making important pre-snap protection adjustments. In 2003, Flynn played a key role as an interior force on an offensive line that helped Jamal Lewis achieve his famous 2,066-yard rushing season.

Flynn spent his entire 10-year NFL career exclusively in Baltimore (1998–2007). Known for his durability and steady work ethic, he played in 134 regular-season games, making 115 starts for the franchise.

Selected in the fourth round (109th overall) of the 2003 NFL Draft out of Alabama—where he left as one of the most decorated defensive linemen in Crimson Tide history—Jarret Johnson arrived in Baltimore as a relentless, high-motor defender. Converting from defensive end to outside linebacker in Rex Ryan’s complex defensive system, Johnson became the ultimate unheralded anchor on an edge unit stacked with marquee star power, earning the enduring respect of coaches, teammates, and the Baltimore faithful.

Johnson embodied Baltimore’s tough "Play Like a Raven" spirit. While pass-rushers gained fame for chasing sacks, Johnson focused on the tough, vital job of establishing a solid edge against the run. With aggressive hand placement, strong lower-body anchoring, and relentless energy, he often took on tight ends and fullbacks, disrupting perimeter blocks and driving ball-carriers back inside towards Ray Lewis and Ed Reed.

Johnson's true distinction lay in his exceptional durability and selflessness during his nine years in Charm City. Initially, he played as a versatile rotational player across the front seven for his first four seasons. In 2007, he became a full-time starter and began a remarkable iron-man streak. From 2007 to 2011, he started 80 straight regular-season games, setting a franchise record for consecutive starts by a defensive player, showcasing his relentless preparation and mental resilience.

His best individual campaign came in 2009, when he recorded career highs of 6.0 sacks, 50 tackles, and two forced fumbles, and added a memorable interception return for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs in the postseason. Whether dropping into zone coverage, rushing the passer, or setting the edge, Johnson played with selfless discipline that helped Baltimore's defense consistently rank among the NFL's elite throughout the late 2000s.

Johnson left Baltimore after 2011, ending his career with the San Diego Chargers before retiring in 2015. In nine seasons with the Ravens (2003–2011), he played 143 games (80 starts), with 20.0 sacks, 402 tackles, 30 for loss, and five forced fumbles.