The Baltimore Ravens are bolstering their already impressive running game with one of the best running backs in the NFL. According to multiple reports, the Ravens signed Pro Bowler Derrick Henry on a two-year deal.

The Ravens had a long-standing interest in Henry, trying to trade for him last season. However, they now get their man on a reasonable contract worth $16 million without giving up any draft compensation.

Henry will reportedly receive $9 million in guaranteed money in 2024. He will also have an opportunity to boost his earnings through bonuses and could end up making a total of $20 million in the next two years.

Derrick Henry spent all of his eight years as a pro with the Tennessee Titans. He is known for his bruising style of play and ability to handle a larger number of carries compared to other running backs. Henry has had four Pro Bowl appearances since entering the league as a second-round selection in 2016, while he led the NFL in rushing yards and touchdowns on two occasions.

Henry had a down year in 2023 by his standards, averaging 4.2 yards per carry, the lowest since his sophomore season. However, he still managed to rush for 1,167 yards and 12 touchdowns.

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The Baltimore Ravens announced on Friday that they have signed Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike to a four-year new contract. The news came several days after the Ravens placed a franchise tag on Madubuike to prevent him from hitting the free agency.

Madubuike had his best season as a pro in 2023, leading the Ravens with 13.0 sacks. He also had 56 tackles, 33 QB hits, and one forced fumble in 17 games.

“Justin is one of the best defensive tackles in the entire NFL and a cornerstone on our defense,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement. “This is a great way to start the new league year!”

The Ravens didn’t disclose the financial terms of the agreement. However, ESPN reports that Madubuike’s deal is worth $98 million and includes $75.5 million in guaranteed money. This would make it a record deal for a defensive tackle in NFL history. Additionally, Madubuike’s average annual salary is only second to the $31.6 million that Los Angeles Rams’ start DT Aaron Donald earns yearly.

Resigning Madubuike ensures that the Ravens keep one of their best defensive players on the roster for years to come. The move will also help the franchise get additional cap space ahead of the free agency opening next week.

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The Baltimore Ravens announced on Sunday that they’ve resigned veteran wideout Nelson Agholor on a one-year deal. The 30-year-old player was previously set to enter free agency in March.

The Ravens did not share the financial terms of Agholor’s new contract. He had a $3.25 million salary in 2023.

Agholor had a solid campaign with the Ravens in 2023, catching 35 passes for 381 yards and four touchdowns. He added three receptions for 51 yards and a touchdown in the playoffs.

With Agholor contracted for another year, the Ravens will have three of their top four wide receivers back for the 2024 season, with Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman also being under contract. It remains to be seen whether Baltimore manages to bring back veteran Odell Beckham Jr., who is set to become a free agent, as well.

Nelson Agholor started his NFL career as the first-round pick in 2015 by the Philadelphia Eagles. Agholor spent the first five years as a pro with the Eagles, helping the franchise win the Super Bowl LII. He later embarked on stints with the Las Vegas Raiders and New England Patriots before landing in Baltimore.

Agholor compiled 375 career catches for 4,627 receiving yards and 35 receiving touchdowns during his nine years in the league.

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The Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews will not play in his team’s NFL divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans on Saturday. The Ravens did not reactivate him from injured reserve, meaning that he will have to wait at least another week to return from the left ankle injury he suffered two months ago.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh stated on Thursday that Andrews’ injury status was “still up in the air”. Still, the player showed signs of recovery, participating fully in practices on Wednesday and Thursday and showing full running ability.

In Andrews’ stead, tight end Isaiah Likely is expected to be relied upon to fill the void. He has played six games in Andrews’ position, leading the Ravens to 322 yards receiving and five touchdown catches. The Ravens will hope that Andrews will be available for the AFC Championship Game should they progress.

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After securing the No. 1 seed in the AFC, the Baltimore Ravens decided to address the status of veteran nose tackle Michael Pierce. According to ESPN’s Field Yates, the Ravens locked Pierce to a new two-year extension.

Pierce, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, will reportedly earn $7.5 million in the next two seasons. The 31-year-old player has a base salary of $1.16 million in 2023.

After being limited to just three games last season by injuries, Pierce bounced back in a big way this season. He started all 16 games, making 26 tackles, 1.0 sacks, two pass deflections, one forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries.

After securing that Pierce remains on the team for a couple of more years, the Ravens will now likely try to do the same with Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike. The Texas A&M product has been enjoying a breakthrough season that includes 54 tackles, 13.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles, all career-highs. Madubuike is set to enter unrestricted free agency after the 2023 campaign.

The Baltimore Ravens are at 13-3 entering the final game of the regular season. With nothing to play for, the Ravens are expected to rest most of their starters for Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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The Baltimore Ravens signed running back Dalvin Cook to their practice squad on Thursday, thereby boosting the team’s backfield as they head into the NFL playoffs. This comes after Cook went unclaimed on waivers after being released by the New York Jets on Tuesday. Cook’s agency previously confirmed that the player would be joining the Ravens after departing the Jets.

Cook’s playing time with the Ravens had been declining in recent weeks, with the player suited up yet not playing a single minute in his team’s 37-20 loss to the Cleveland Browns in what was a career first. According to one source, Cook’s departure from the Ravens was mutually agreed upon, with the player also agreeing to restructure his contract to forfeit remaining guarantees.

Baltimore sports the NFL’s number one rushing attack, however, its backfield has struggled due to injuries. With J.K. Dobbins suffering a season-ending Achilles injury and rookie Keaton Mitchell also sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a knee injury, Cook’s arrival is a welcome sight for the Ravens.

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The San Francisco 49ers and their quarterback, Brock Purdy, have some soul-searching to do after a rough outing in a 33-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night.

Purdy had one of his worst performances as a pro, throwing a career-high four interceptions and finishing with a ghastly 42.6 passer rating. To make things worse, he had to leave the game in the fourth quarter with a left shoulder injury.

“He’s played this long, he never had a game like this,” said 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan of Purdy. “It’s pretty unusual. That’s the reality of the NFL. I’m not saying it’s bound to happen but wish he didn’t have as many picks today.”

But it wasn’t just that Purdy was making mistakes. The Ravens also had a lot to do with creating opportunities for interceptions with deflections and timely hits.

The 49ers were widely considered to be the best team in the NFL, and Purdy was among the favorites for the MVP award before the Ravens game. But it is safe to say things have now changed.

The Ravens now have the league-best 12-3 record and are riding a five-game winning streak, the longest in the league. Meanwhile, their quarterback Lamar Jackson is now trending as an MVP favorite after putting together another strong outing that saw him throw for 252 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for an additional 45 yards.

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The Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews suffered a left ankle injury that will force him to miss the rest of the season. He was injured during the Ravens’ 34-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night when he was tackled by Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson during the opening drive.

Wilson’s dangerous “hip drop” tackle on Andrews is being investigated given the grave nature of the Ravens’ tight end’s injury. “It was definitely a hip-drop tackle, and it is being discussed,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh explained. “It’s a tough tackle. Was it even necessary in that situation?”

Following Andrews’ exit from the game, Harbaugh found himself needing to rely on outside targets more than usual. Wide receivers Nelson Agholor and Rashod Bateman each caught touchdown passes, while Odell Beckham Jr. supplied a season-best 116 yards receiving.

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The Baltimore Ravens had an eventful Saturday, making a series of roster moves ahead of their Week 3 clash against the Indianapolis Colts.

Among the moves, the Ravens released veteran quarterback Josh Johnson, who served as backup to starter Lamar Jackson in the first two weeks of the 2023 season. This opens the way for Pro Bowler Tyler Huntley to step into the role of No. 2 QB.

Baltimore also addressed the lack of depth at the running back position after Justice Hill’s injury. The team elevated veterans Melvin Gordon and Kenyan Drake from the practice squad. The duo is expected to share the duties of backing up Gus Edwards, who is expected to start in the backfield in the Colts game.

Johnson, who has been in his third stint with the Ravens, isn’t subject to waivers. He will most likely return to the team next week as a practice squad addition.

Gordon, who has two Pro Bowl nods on his resume, spent the 2022 season with the Denver Broncos. He rushed for 318 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games.

Drake played 11 games with the Ravens in 2022, making five starts and rushing for 442 yards and three touchdowns. He spent time with the Colts during the 2023 preseason but didn’t make the 53-man cut, after which Baltimore re-signed him to their practice squad.

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The Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins tore his Achilles during his team’s season-opening 25-9 over the Houston Texans on Sunday. The player is set to miss the entirety of the 2023 season as a result.

After taking a short pass within five minutes of play, Dobbins was wrestled to the ground by Texans’ safety M.J. Stewart 2 yards before the end zone. He limped to the sideline and was subsequently assisted by trainers to the locker room.

“You can’t replace a J.K.,” Ravens guard Kevin Zeitler claimed following the game. “[He’s a] special guy, both football-wise and personality-wise. He helps keep his team moving and all that. So, an absolute gut punch and heartbreaking.”

With Dobbins out of action, the Ravens are expected to split running back duties between Gus Edwards and Justice Hill, the pair of whom scored touchdowns during Sunday’s emphatic win.

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The Baltimore Ravens are bolstering their already impressive running game with one of the best running backs in the NFL. According to multiple reports, the Ravens signed Pro Bowler Derrick Henry on a two-year deal.

The Ravens had a long-standing interest in Henry, trying to trade for him last season. However, they now get their man on a reasonable contract worth $16 million without giving up any draft compensation.

Henry will reportedly receive $9 million in guaranteed money in 2024. He will also have an opportunity to boost his earnings through bonuses and could end up making a total of $20 million in the next two years.

Derrick Henry spent all of his eight years as a pro with the Tennessee Titans. He is known for his bruising style of play and ability to handle a larger number of carries compared to other running backs. Henry has had four Pro Bowl appearances since entering the league as a second-round selection in 2016, while he led the NFL in rushing yards and touchdowns on two occasions.

Henry had a down year in 2023 by his standards, averaging 4.2 yards per carry, the lowest since his sophomore season. However, he still managed to rush for 1,167 yards and 12 touchdowns.

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The Baltimore Ravens announced on Friday that they have signed Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike to a four-year new contract. The news came several days after the Ravens placed a franchise tag on Madubuike to prevent him from hitting the free agency.

Madubuike had his best season as a pro in 2023, leading the Ravens with 13.0 sacks. He also had 56 tackles, 33 QB hits, and one forced fumble in 17 games.

“Justin is one of the best defensive tackles in the entire NFL and a cornerstone on our defense,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement. “This is a great way to start the new league year!”

The Ravens didn’t disclose the financial terms of the agreement. However, ESPN reports that Madubuike’s deal is worth $98 million and includes $75.5 million in guaranteed money. This would make it a record deal for a defensive tackle in NFL history. Additionally, Madubuike’s average annual salary is only second to the $31.6 million that Los Angeles Rams’ start DT Aaron Donald earns yearly.

Resigning Madubuike ensures that the Ravens keep one of their best defensive players on the roster for years to come. The move will also help the franchise get additional cap space ahead of the free agency opening next week.

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The Baltimore Ravens announced on Sunday that they’ve resigned veteran wideout Nelson Agholor on a one-year deal. The 30-year-old player was previously set to enter free agency in March.

The Ravens did not share the financial terms of Agholor’s new contract. He had a $3.25 million salary in 2023.

Agholor had a solid campaign with the Ravens in 2023, catching 35 passes for 381 yards and four touchdowns. He added three receptions for 51 yards and a touchdown in the playoffs.

With Agholor contracted for another year, the Ravens will have three of their top four wide receivers back for the 2024 season, with Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman also being under contract. It remains to be seen whether Baltimore manages to bring back veteran Odell Beckham Jr., who is set to become a free agent, as well.

Nelson Agholor started his NFL career as the first-round pick in 2015 by the Philadelphia Eagles. Agholor spent the first five years as a pro with the Eagles, helping the franchise win the Super Bowl LII. He later embarked on stints with the Las Vegas Raiders and New England Patriots before landing in Baltimore.

Agholor compiled 375 career catches for 4,627 receiving yards and 35 receiving touchdowns during his nine years in the league.

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The Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews will not play in his team’s NFL divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans on Saturday. The Ravens did not reactivate him from injured reserve, meaning that he will have to wait at least another week to return from the left ankle injury he suffered two months ago.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh stated on Thursday that Andrews’ injury status was “still up in the air”. Still, the player showed signs of recovery, participating fully in practices on Wednesday and Thursday and showing full running ability.

In Andrews’ stead, tight end Isaiah Likely is expected to be relied upon to fill the void. He has played six games in Andrews’ position, leading the Ravens to 322 yards receiving and five touchdown catches. The Ravens will hope that Andrews will be available for the AFC Championship Game should they progress.

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After securing the No. 1 seed in the AFC, the Baltimore Ravens decided to address the status of veteran nose tackle Michael Pierce. According to ESPN’s Field Yates, the Ravens locked Pierce to a new two-year extension.

Pierce, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, will reportedly earn $7.5 million in the next two seasons. The 31-year-old player has a base salary of $1.16 million in 2023.

After being limited to just three games last season by injuries, Pierce bounced back in a big way this season. He started all 16 games, making 26 tackles, 1.0 sacks, two pass deflections, one forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries.

After securing that Pierce remains on the team for a couple of more years, the Ravens will now likely try to do the same with Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike. The Texas A&M product has been enjoying a breakthrough season that includes 54 tackles, 13.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles, all career-highs. Madubuike is set to enter unrestricted free agency after the 2023 campaign.

The Baltimore Ravens are at 13-3 entering the final game of the regular season. With nothing to play for, the Ravens are expected to rest most of their starters for Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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The Baltimore Ravens signed running back Dalvin Cook to their practice squad on Thursday, thereby boosting the team’s backfield as they head into the NFL playoffs. This comes after Cook went unclaimed on waivers after being released by the New York Jets on Tuesday. Cook’s agency previously confirmed that the player would be joining the Ravens after departing the Jets.

Cook’s playing time with the Ravens had been declining in recent weeks, with the player suited up yet not playing a single minute in his team’s 37-20 loss to the Cleveland Browns in what was a career first. According to one source, Cook’s departure from the Ravens was mutually agreed upon, with the player also agreeing to restructure his contract to forfeit remaining guarantees.

Baltimore sports the NFL’s number one rushing attack, however, its backfield has struggled due to injuries. With J.K. Dobbins suffering a season-ending Achilles injury and rookie Keaton Mitchell also sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a knee injury, Cook’s arrival is a welcome sight for the Ravens.

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The San Francisco 49ers and their quarterback, Brock Purdy, have some soul-searching to do after a rough outing in a 33-19 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night.

Purdy had one of his worst performances as a pro, throwing a career-high four interceptions and finishing with a ghastly 42.6 passer rating. To make things worse, he had to leave the game in the fourth quarter with a left shoulder injury.

“He’s played this long, he never had a game like this,” said 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan of Purdy. “It’s pretty unusual. That’s the reality of the NFL. I’m not saying it’s bound to happen but wish he didn’t have as many picks today.”

But it wasn’t just that Purdy was making mistakes. The Ravens also had a lot to do with creating opportunities for interceptions with deflections and timely hits.

The 49ers were widely considered to be the best team in the NFL, and Purdy was among the favorites for the MVP award before the Ravens game. But it is safe to say things have now changed.

The Ravens now have the league-best 12-3 record and are riding a five-game winning streak, the longest in the league. Meanwhile, their quarterback Lamar Jackson is now trending as an MVP favorite after putting together another strong outing that saw him throw for 252 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for an additional 45 yards.

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The Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews suffered a left ankle injury that will force him to miss the rest of the season. He was injured during the Ravens’ 34-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night when he was tackled by Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson during the opening drive.

Wilson’s dangerous “hip drop” tackle on Andrews is being investigated given the grave nature of the Ravens’ tight end’s injury. “It was definitely a hip-drop tackle, and it is being discussed,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh explained. “It’s a tough tackle. Was it even necessary in that situation?”

Following Andrews’ exit from the game, Harbaugh found himself needing to rely on outside targets more than usual. Wide receivers Nelson Agholor and Rashod Bateman each caught touchdown passes, while Odell Beckham Jr. supplied a season-best 116 yards receiving.

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The Baltimore Ravens had an eventful Saturday, making a series of roster moves ahead of their Week 3 clash against the Indianapolis Colts.

Among the moves, the Ravens released veteran quarterback Josh Johnson, who served as backup to starter Lamar Jackson in the first two weeks of the 2023 season. This opens the way for Pro Bowler Tyler Huntley to step into the role of No. 2 QB.

Baltimore also addressed the lack of depth at the running back position after Justice Hill’s injury. The team elevated veterans Melvin Gordon and Kenyan Drake from the practice squad. The duo is expected to share the duties of backing up Gus Edwards, who is expected to start in the backfield in the Colts game.

Johnson, who has been in his third stint with the Ravens, isn’t subject to waivers. He will most likely return to the team next week as a practice squad addition.

Gordon, who has two Pro Bowl nods on his resume, spent the 2022 season with the Denver Broncos. He rushed for 318 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games.

Drake played 11 games with the Ravens in 2022, making five starts and rushing for 442 yards and three touchdowns. He spent time with the Colts during the 2023 preseason but didn’t make the 53-man cut, after which Baltimore re-signed him to their practice squad.

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The Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins tore his Achilles during his team’s season-opening 25-9 over the Houston Texans on Sunday. The player is set to miss the entirety of the 2023 season as a result.

After taking a short pass within five minutes of play, Dobbins was wrestled to the ground by Texans’ safety M.J. Stewart 2 yards before the end zone. He limped to the sideline and was subsequently assisted by trainers to the locker room.

“You can’t replace a J.K.,” Ravens guard Kevin Zeitler claimed following the game. “[He’s a] special guy, both football-wise and personality-wise. He helps keep his team moving and all that. So, an absolute gut punch and heartbreaking.”

With Dobbins out of action, the Ravens are expected to split running back duties between Gus Edwards and Justice Hill, the pair of whom scored touchdowns during Sunday’s emphatic win.

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