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30-06-2025
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Ravens Pass on Odafe Oweh in 2021 Re-Draft
Ravens Pass on Odafe Oweh in 2021 Re-Draft originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Baltimore Ravens took Penn State pass rusher at No. 31 in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, and for the most part, have been disappointed ever since. Advertisement Before 2024, Oweh had a total of 13 starts to his name in the NFL across three seasons. Last season, he started 10 of 17 contests. But he's managed just 23 total sacks across four seasons and 62 total games. For a first-round pick, that won't cut it. In silly concept by Bleacher Report, the Ravens go a different direction in a re-draft of the team's worst draft pick over the past five seasons. Original Pick: Edge Odafe Oweh at No. 31 (2021) "We have to bend the rules for the Ravens a bit since Oweh is projected to be a starter this season. But Baltimore doesn't have a blatant first-round miss over the last five years, making it slim pickings," B/R wrote. "Linebacker Patrick Queen was the other player considered since he didn't sign a second contract with the club, but Queen was a Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate and a Pro Bowler in Baltimore. So, somewhat unfairly, Oweh is the default pick even though he isn't a 'bust.'" Advertisement New Pick: OL Landon Dickerson (originally 37th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles) "Dickerson has earned three Pro Bowl bids in four seasons and is currently the second-highest-paid guard in the NFL on a dollar-per-year basis, according to Over The Cap," B/R added. "Meanwhile, the Ravens have questions on the interior offensive line, making him a suitable replacement for Oweh in this exercise." It's a silly concept, but this time of year, there's not much more to contemplate until training camp. So we bit. Related: Ravens' Kyle Van Noy Seeks Aaron Rodgers Revenge After 10 Years Related: Ravens Announce Training Camp Dates This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
30-06-2025
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- USA Today
Ravens star pass rusher Odafe Oweh sends strong message on team's postseason struggles
The Baltimore Ravens saw their 2024-2025 season come to a halt at the hands of the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. Many thought Baltimore could be the last team standing; however, costly turnovers and a lack of execution cost the Ravens their shot to win the franchise's third Lombardi Trophy. Baltimore now embarks on a new journey to return to the Super Bowl, with numerous players eager for the chance to win a championship. The team saw strong attendance from players during their offseason workouts at OTAs and minicamp, with players such as outside linebacker Odafe Oweh showing up in shape and ready to go. Oweh put on about 20 pounds of muscle this offseason, and is far from satisfied with the team's playoff results. When speaking to the media, he made it clear how the team feels about their postseason failures, sending a firm message on the motivation behind so many of his teammates joining him at workouts that aren't required. Oweh is coming off of the first double-digit sack season of his career and is looking to build on the steps he made last year. He is expected once again to be a massive part of Baltimore's pass rush. With his body transformation, he should be even more effective, which could be a key x-factor for a Ravens defense that has struggled to force turnovers in their recent postseason appearances.
USA Today
21-06-2025
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- USA Today
Ravens stars host second annual youth football camp in Nigeria
Odafe Oweh and Nnamdi Madubuike are growing the great game of football by hosting a football camp in Lagos. As easy as it is to love the NBA and Major League Baseball, there's just something about the NFL and this beautiful game of American football. It's our game. These are our Baltimore Ravens, but over the years, there has been an obvious attempt to expand the National Football League's viewing audience. NFL games have been played in London, Mexico, Germany, Brazil, Dublin, and Melbourne. Hopefully, games will be played in Africa at some point. Where would this game be without the contributions of both stars and legends who hailed from the Mother Continent or were of African descent? There are too many to name, but guys like Christian Okoye, Ezekiel "Ziggy" Ansah, Emmanuel Ogbah, and Tamba Hali come to mind. So do Ravens stars Odafe Oweh and Nnamdi Madubuike. The latter two have joined forces to help grow the game and maybe mentor some of its future stars. Odafe Oweh and Nnamdi Madubuike host a youth football camp in Lagos OTAs and Ravens mandatory minicamp are in our rearview mirror. The guys are taking a break before they tackle training camp. Oweh and Madubuike headed to Lagos, where they are hosting a second annual youth football camp. There are so many great things that can be said about this, but perhaps the best compliment that Oweh and Madubuike can be given is a 'thank you'. This is awesome and should be celebrated. Most of us found success because someone believed in us. Someone invested a little extra time, and that made a world of difference. That's what two great Ravens are doing. Here's a tip of the cap. Maybe there isn't another Odafe Oweh or Nnamdi Madubuike in the bunch, but there might be. There might also be some future doctors or lawyers. Whatever they choose to do in life, something can be guaranteed. Some of the kids in this mixture will one day credit this for helping them find their confidence. That should put a smile on all of our faces.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
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Baltimore Ravens Key Defender Nate Wiggins Bulks Up Ahead of 2025
Baltimore Ravens Key Defender Nate Wiggins Bulks Up Ahead of 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Ahead of his second season in the NFL, Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins joined a teammate in adding some weight. Advertisement On the heels of the news that linebacker Odafe Oweh bulked up this offseason with another 20 pounds head of mandatory minicamp, second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins said on Friday that he's done the same. 'It was a big offseason for me to just gain weight and get stronger,' Wiggins said. 'I gained like 10 pounds. I'm a lot stronger and a lot bigger.' That could be a big 10 pounds for Wiggins, who was listed at 6-1 and just 173 pounds coming out of Clemson as the 30th overall pick in the first round of last year's NFL Draft. In Wiggins' NFL Draft profile, Lance Zierlein didn't directly mention his size, but did discuss his toughness. Advertisement "He needs to become a tougher player in run support and when contesting catches against NFL size," Zierlein wrote. "Wiggins' speed, scheme versatility and playmaking instincts should make him the most sought-after cornerback in the draft." Sometimes, size, especially muscle, can increase toughness. Wiggins appeared in 15 games last season as a rookie with six starts. He registered 33 total tackles with 25 solo, and added 13 passes defended, an interception return for a touchdown and a forced fumble. He finished 11th in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting and ended the season with a 70.7 overall grade per Pro Football Focus. That's good enough for sixth-best for rookie cornerbacks last season. Advertisement Related: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Misses Roster Bonus by Skipping OTAs ... Again Related: Ravens Cornerback Makes Top 10 Position Rankings Ahead of 2025 NFL Season This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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17-06-2025
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Ravens Emerge As 'Makes Sense' Suitor for Pro Bowler
Ravens Emerge As 'Makes Sense' Suitor for Pro Bowler originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Baltimore Ravens have Pro Bowl talent up and down the roster. The offense is amongst the most complete and versatile in the NFL, and the defense features impact players on all three levels. Advertisement Zach Orr's defense underwent some growing pains in his first year as coordinator, but the team returns a lot of promise for this season, with hopes a full year of experience in his system will result in more production in 2025. One area of the defense that might raise a sense of urgency is the pass rush. Veteran Kyle Van Noy and Odafe Oweh - two double-digit sack-getters - are on expiring contracts. Baltimore drafted college football's sack champion in Mike Green, but you can never go wrong with adding more experience to the depth chart to bring along a highly-touted rookie. Trenton Simpson underwhelmed last season, so a veteran linebacker presence could offer him some mentorship, too, and be an insurance plan if Simpson continues to struggle. Advertisement Frankly, at a spot like pass rusher, you can always be happy with more. Especially on a team with Super Bowl aspirations like the Ravens. One name on the free agency market is a familiar one for Ravens fans: outside linebacker Matt Judon. A free agency contract to Judon, who was in Baltimore from 2016-2020, may not threaten a starting spot, but could offer more depth and a chance at spotty production to aid the starters with a breather. As Last Word On Sports writes, "the linebacker will sign at least with a contender, as he wants to head to a team that 'makes sense.' Baltimore fits that mold, and it's leg-up in familiarity could help its chances in joining the bidding war for the four-time Pro Bowler. Advertisement "... No one should rule out the idea of a reunion, as Judon isn't shutting the door on that," Writer Anthony Palacios said. "Between Odafe Oweh, Kyle Van Noy, Roquan Smith and Trenton Simpson, Judon could complete this package to add more firepower." He's coming off a down season in 2024, but Judon may still have the physical attributes to compete at a high level. He posted an impressive 15.5 sack total as recent as 2022 with the New England Patriots. Last season on the Atlanta Falcons, he totaled 5.5 sacks, 41 tackles, seven tackles for loss and the first interception of his nine-year career - it was returned for a touchdown. His best years may be behind him, but on a cheap homecoming deal, Judon could provide much-needed pass rush depth to the team that drafted him almost a decade ago in the Ravens. Advertisement Related: Ravens Coach Names Unlikely 'Centerpiece' of Defense Related: Ravens Making Case for Best Roster in Franchise History This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
