Hamilton Says Humphrey Overstated His Tua Reaction

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said Marlon Humphrey’s account of his reaction to Tua Tagovailoa entering a game overstated his intent, explaining that he was trying to rally the defense around a chance to win rather than single out the quarterback. Hamilton made the clarification Thursday after his overtime interception secured Baltimore’s 30-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Humphrey described the moment on his podcast, saying Hamilton became unusually animated when Tagovailoa replaced injured starter Michael Penix Jr. and appeared to expect an interception. Hamilton called that portrayal “pretty hyperbolic” and said it was not how he would characterize the exchange. Hamilton said his message was about the defense’s opportunity to end the game, regardless of how that might happen. He cited a sack, a stop on fourth down or an interception as possible ways to finish the contest. He also noted that Tagovailoa had seen little action before entering, and said the defense wanted to take advantage of the change. Hamilton said he meant to instill confidence in his teammates, not predict that Tagovailoa would make a mistake. He also said he respected Tagovailoa as a player...