{
  "id": 4237442,
  "title": "Jesse Minter reveals why LaJohntay Wester’s stock is soaring",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/jesse-minter-reveals-why-lajohntay-westers-stock-is-soaring",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T17:14:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jesse-minter-reveals-why-lajohntay-171432674.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Baltimore Ravens selected LaJohntay Wester in the sixth round of the 2025 draft, recognizing his exceptional skills as a return specialist and first-team All-American from Colorado. In his second year, Wester has demonstrated that his value extends beyond just special teams play. Baltimore head coach Jesse Minter has been vocal in praising Wester's progress, noting the significant improvement in his route-running and consistency. Minter highlighted Wester's newfound speed and how it is now more effectively utilized within the offense's structure. He praised Wester's development, his ability to find separation, and his reliability in Declan Doyle's offense. Wester's stock has clearly risen, with Minter emphasizing his growing confidence within the team. The Ravens entered camp viewing Wester as a dynamic return specialist, but his performance thus far suggests he may become a more versatile receiver, potentially assuming a larger role as the season progresses.",
  "summary": "LaJohntay Wester, a skilled returner, has grown as a complete WR and has steadily earned confidence from coaches, quarterbacks, and teammates alike.",
  "key_points": [
    "LaJohntay Wester selected 6th in 2025 NFL draft",
    "Ravens coach Jesse Minter praises his route-running",
    "Wester's speed and reliability boost his stock"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}