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USA Today
5 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Where do the Ravens rank in spending at each key position entering training camp?
Where are the Ravens spending their money this season? Here's a look at how Baltimore's salary cap breaks down by position entering training camp After a five-week break, the Baltimore Ravens have returned to the Under Armour Performance Center to kick off an urgent and critical 2025 training camp. This is a loaded roster, and Todd Monken's group can stake a claim to having the most explosive offensive unit in the NFL with star power at every position. Baltimore wasn't overly active during the first few days of NFL free agency. Still, the team added a future Hall of Fame wide receiver to the passing game and a versatile linebacker to the special teams, and Jaire Alexander at cornerback on the final day of minicamp. The Ravens retained Ronnie Stanley, Patrick Ricard, and Tylan Wallace, while the restructuring of Marlon Humphrey created $13 million in salary cap space. Even with the inactivity and loss of five key contributors or starters, the team remains amid a Super Bowl window and has restocked the roster with 11 draft picks in April. The Ravens landed Malaki Starks in the first round and secured Mike Green after he slipped to Round 2. Baltimore currently has about $15,006,137 in cap space per Over The Cap, and they're spending about $133,490,752 on offense and $131,175,554 on defense. Here's where the Ravens sit in positional spending on both sides of the ball, thanks to Over The Cap. Offense Total spending: $132,068,252 NFL rank: 21st Baltimore has Lamar Jackson, Roquan Smith, Ronnie Stanley, Mark Andrews, and Derrick Henry among the highest-paid at their positions. Rashod Bateman's salary rose to about $13 million per season after his contract extension. QB Total spending: $47,204,000 NFL rank: 6th Biggest cap hit: Lamar Jackson ($43,500,000) Jackson is a candidate for a restructuring or contract extension. RB Total spending: $13,824,133 NFL rank: 11th Biggest cap hit: Derrick Henry ($8,499,000) Henry's salary cap decreased after he signed his two-year, $30 million extension. WR Total spending: $18,623,632 NFL rank: 31st Biggest cap hit: Rashod Bateman ($4,798,333) Bateman carries the biggest salary cap hit after signing a three-year, $36 million extension. TE Total spending: $23,396,252 NFL rank: 5th Mark Andrews is on the books for a $16,907,615 cap hit and just had a $4 million bonus paid out. OL Total spending: $29,020,235 NFL rank: 31st Biggest cap hits: Ronnie Stanley ($5,804,000) Defense Total spending: $132,015,554 NFL rank: 11th Nnamdi Madubuike, Roquan Smith, Odafe Oweh, and Marlon Humphrey lead the charge. DT Total spending:$29,996,749 NFL rank: 17th Biggest cap hit: Nnamdi Madubuike ($16,475,000) Edge Rusher Total spending:$29,935,976 NFL rank: 17th Biggest cap hit: Odafe Oweh ($13,251,000) Oweh will play 2025 on his fifth-year option, while Kyle Van Noy counts $6,125,000. LB Total spending: $30,111,761 NFL rank: 1st Roquan Smith carries a $23,718,750 cap hit and his the highest-paid linebacker in the NFL behind Fred Warner. CB Total spending: $26,889,613 NFL rank: 12th Biggest cap hit: Marlon Humphrey ($11,981,80), while Jaire Alexander is on the books for just $4 million. S Total spending: $15,081,455 NFL rank: 18th Biggest cap hit: Kyle Hamilton ($5,172,074)
CBS News
23-07-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Baltimore Ravens' veterans report to training camp with high expectations
The Baltimore Ravens veterans reported to training camp on Tuesday in Owings Mills with astronomically high expectations. The past three seasons ended heartbreakingly in the playoffs. But this year, the Ravens added more star power to what was already a loaded roster. The Ravens begin training camp practices on Wednesday at the Under Armour Performance Center in preparation for the upcoming season. "I think it's the tone that we always set, and that's playing like a Raven," Ravens offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley said. "That's our motto, and we go out there every day, and that's how we try to compete and execute." There won't be too many position battles to watch throughout training camp, with most spots occupied by key veterans. However, the players say they are fueled by last year's devastating 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC divisional round of the playoffs. In that game, tight end Mark Andrews had a costly fumble and dropped the potential game-tying 2-point conversion. "You [have] to be able to push yourself," Andrews said on Tuesday. "This is the time to kind of push your limits and find out who you are, set yourself up for a great season." In 2023, the Ravens lost to Kansas City 17-10 in the AFC Championship game, which included a big fumble by wide receiver Zay Flowers at the 1-yard line. In 2022, Baltimore lost to Cincinnati in the Wild Card round of the playoffs after Bengals' Sam Hubbard stripped the ball from quarterback Tyler Huntley and returned it for a 98-yard touchdown.. The Ravens won the AFC North title last season with a 12-5 record, but lost some games they felt should have been won, including against Cleveland, Las Vegas, and Pittsburgh. This offseason, Baltimore signed former Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander and former Pro Bowl wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and drafted safety Malaki Starks in the first round. Two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson returns after passing for 4,172 yards with 41 touchdowns and four interceptions in 2024, while running for 915 yards. Running back Derrick Henry is back for his second season in Baltimore after racking up 1,921 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns last season. The pass-catchers are solid with Zay Flowers, who had 1,059 receiving yards in 2024, Rashod Bateman, Andrews, Hopkins, and Isaiah Likely. Defensively, the Ravens return Pro Bowl linebacker Roquan Smith, cornerback Marlon Humphrey, safety Kyle Hamilton, and Nnamdi Madubuike. However, Madubuike says it doesn't matter what the roster looks like on paper; it's about putting the work in for the season. "The days are long, but the years are short," Madubuike said. "So, you want to make sure that you're working as much as you can throughout the training camp and build good habits, and bring along the guys with you." The Ravens have 12 public practices, including a joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts and a stadium practice at M&T Bank Stadium. Their first preseason game is against the Colts on Thursday, August 7, in Baltimore. The Ravens kick off the regular season on Sunday Night Football in Buffalo against the Bills on Sept. 7. Their first home game will be on Sunday, Sept. 14 against the Cleveland Browns.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ravens Pro Bowler mentioned as Baltimore's biggest X-factor
This coming Baltimore Ravens season is about sealing the deal. You won't convince anyone of anything to the contrary. They hosted an AFC Championship two years ago, and they lost. That loss carried over into 2024. This past January, they sought redemption. Again, they were eliminated. This time, they were bounced during the Divisional Round. Many may not want to hear this because their main goal was to raise the Lombardi Trophy, leading them to view the past two seasons as failures. However, there is much to be excited about. This team has many achievements to be proud of, and this season is indeed about sealing the deal. They have positioned themselves well to accomplish that. ESPN names the Ravens' biggest X-factor ESPN recently released a ranking of the NFL's best rosters, using projected starting lineups to inform its creation. Lamar Jackson is named as Baltimore's biggest strength. There's no surprise there, right? The right guard position was labeled their biggest weakness, while Tyler Loop was the non-starter to know. That brings us to X-factors. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley earned himself a mention. "Left tackle Ronnie Stanley. This is all about his health. Stanley didn't miss a game last season, which helped earn him a well-deserved contract, but that doesn't mean the injury risks all went away. When Stanley and Jackson are on the field, the Ravens' offense is awfully hard to beat." Those were the words of Seth Walder. He was one of the contributors to this one. It seems intriguing that no role players or young defenders were mentioned as X-factors or possible breakout stars. Perhaps that angle has been worked enough. Stanley is a two-time Pro Bowler and a former 2019 First-Team All-Pro. Baltimore is loaded. Stanley has fought his way back from past injury concerns. If he can enjoy another healthy run in 2025 (and if this team can figure out their problems along the offensive front), the Ravens may finally achieve the redemption they have been seeking. This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens Pro Bowler mentioned as Baltimore's biggest X-factor
USA Today
22-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens Pro Bowler mentioned as Baltimore's biggest X-factor
This coming Baltimore Ravens season is about sealing the deal. You won't convince anyone of anything to the contrary. They hosted an AFC Championship two years ago, and they lost. That loss carried over into 2024. This past January, they sought redemption. Again, they were eliminated. This time, they were bounced during the Divisional Round. Many may not want to hear this because their main goal was to raise the Lombardi Trophy, leading them to view the past two seasons as failures. However, there is much to be excited about. This team has many achievements to be proud of, and this season is indeed about sealing the deal. They have positioned themselves well to accomplish that. ESPN names the Ravens' biggest X-factor ESPN recently released a ranking of the NFL's best rosters, using projected starting lineups to inform its creation. Lamar Jackson is named as Baltimore's biggest strength. There's no surprise there, right? The right guard position was labeled their biggest weakness, while Tyler Loop was the non-starter to know. That brings us to X-factors. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley earned himself a mention. "Left tackle Ronnie Stanley. This is all about his health. Stanley didn't miss a game last season, which helped earn him a well-deserved contract, but that doesn't mean the injury risks all went away. When Stanley and Jackson are on the field, the Ravens' offense is awfully hard to beat." Those were the words of Seth Walder. He was one of the contributors to this one. It seems intriguing that no role players or young defenders were mentioned as X-factors or possible breakout stars. Perhaps that angle has been worked enough. Stanley is a two-time Pro Bowler and a former 2019 First-Team All-Pro. Baltimore is loaded. Stanley has fought his way back from past injury concerns. If he can enjoy another healthy run in 2025 (and if this team can figure out their problems along the offensive front), the Ravens may finally achieve the redemption they have been seeking.
USA Today
10-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens land in the middle of the pack in a ranking of all 32 NFL offensive lines
We certainly have to throw the challenge flag on this one. For most of us, the dream of climbing the NFL ladder and joining the Baltimore Ravens probably ended at high school's conclusion. Sure, we all were good. We just weren't that good, but we still know what good football looks like. Much is expected of John Harbaugh and company. They accomplished much during the 2024-25 campaign and followed that up with a productive spring and summer. Once last season's Pro Bowl roster was announced, the Ravens saw 11 of their players voted on as members. Two (Ronnie Stanley and Tyler Linderbaum) played on their offensive line. Pro Football Focus, one of the game's favorite destinations for statistical data, recently ranked every NFL team's offensive line. The Ravens landed in the middle of the pack, which is a head-scratcher. A 17th-place finish, one stacking them almost halfway down the list, doesn't seem to reflect the results we saw from Baltimore's offense. Zoltán Buday is the writer of this one. Here's what he said on the subject: "The Ravens' offensive line was a significant concern going into the 2024 season, but the group defied expectations while protecting quarterback Lamar Jackson and opening lanes for running back Derrick Henry. Baltimore re-signed left tackle Ronnie Stanley in free agency, and while he is not the player he once was, his 80.9 PFF pass-blocking grade in 2024 was a reminder of his previous form. Tyler Linderbaum is already among the best centers in the league, especially in run blocking. However, the other three positions might cause problems for Baltimore's offense." That still doesn't seem to justify a ranking of 17. Everyone mentioned was phenomenal last season. PFF spends tons of time gathering data and releasing its stats, but the eyeball test never fails. It's tried and true. It has always worked. It always will. Here's what ours told us last season. Baltimore's offensive line helped spring Derrick Henry for 1,921 yards on the ground. He led all NFL rushers with 16 touchdowns. For his efforts, he earned Pro Bowl and Second-Team All-Pro honors. The Ravens' offensive front had a lot to do with that. Lamar Jackson, also a Pro Bowler and All-Pro (first team), eclipsed 4,000 yards passing and tossed 41 TDs. He ran for an additional 915 yards and four TDs. Again, the O-line has a lot to do with that. If you're interested in where the Rivals fell, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Cleveland Browns, and the Cincinnati Bengals ranked 21st, 27th, and 31st, respectively. Based on what we've seen from each of them, those rankings all make sense, but the Ravens seem undervalued. The league's 17th-best O-line doesn't help fuel this type of production. We've watched this team for several seasons. We don't see a middle-of-the-pack O-line. The challenge flag has been thrown. Respectfully, here's the demand for a recount.
