The coach defended his visit to the White House, which took place earlier this month and included his family, after a reporter brought up President Donald Trump's "denigrating" comments in 2019 about the city of Baltimore.

Reporters aren't the only ones who have taken notice and been impressed with the undersized rookie's consistent performances. Head coach John Harbaugh praised his intelligence and commitment to his craft, which manifested in his being able to showcase his playmaking ability.