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Rashod Bateman injury updates: Latest news on Ravens WR

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman is in a walking boot ahead of the game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 16

The Ravens released their Wednesday injury report, and wide receiver Rashod Bateman (foot) and linebacker Odafe Oweh (ankle) were added after being limited in practice.

Bateman’s injury will be monitored in the coming hours. The talented wide receiver missed Thursday’s practice and was seen in a walking boot.

For Pittsburgh, star pass rusher T.J. Watt (ankle) was noncommittal to his availability for Sunday despite participating in Thursday’s practice.

George Pickens (hamstring) practiced off to the side again.

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Ravens vs. Steelers injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 16

We’re looking at the Wednesday injury report for the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers

The Ravens released their Wednesday injury report, and wide receiver Rashod Bateman (foot) and linebacker Odafe Oweh (ankle) were added after being limited in practice.

Baltimore running back Justice Hill missed practice for personal reasons, while defensive back Ar’Darius Washington and right guard Daniel Faalele were listed as limited for the second straight practice.

For Pittsburgh, star pass rusher T.J. Watt (ankle) was upgraded to a limited participant today.

George Pickens (hamstring), DeShon Elliott (hamstring), Justin Fields (abdominal), and Donte Jackson (back) all didn’t practice.

Larry Ogunjobi was limited for the second straight day.

Ar’Darius Washington has become a stabilizing presence in Ravens secondary

Ar’Darius Washington has become a stabilizing presence in Ravens secondary

Ar’Darius Washington played college football at TCU. The 2021 undrafted free-agent defensive back has worked to establish a role on the Baltimore defense. Washington suffered a season-ending foot injury as a rookie and was placed on injured reserve.

In 2022, the Ravens waived Washington and signed him to the practice squad, where he spent time until the season finale. Last season, Washington showed promise and looked like a potential starter before being placed on injured reserve after suffering a chest injury in Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Now, finally healthy and in year three, Washington’s presence at the safety position could save the Ravens’ season after Eddie Jackson (waived) and Marcus Williams (benched) lost their jobs and roles in the Baltimore defense.

On November 3, 2024, Washington recorded his first career interception against the Denver Broncos.

The Ravens’ defense has been one of the best in the league since Washington moved into the starting lineup. Fellow safety Marcus Williams is a healthy scratch for a second straight game.

Washington has played every defensive snap in the past four games, and the Ravens’ defense has taken a significant step forward since he joined the starting lineup. In his fourth season, Washington has a career-high 54 tackles and had his second career interception against the Giants on Sunday.

Washington has added toughness to the secondary, helping the defense eliminate the big plays it was allowing earlier this season.

Is Ar’Darius Washington playing today? Update on Ravens defensive back

Ar’Darius Washington was listed as questionable for personal reasons after not traveling with the team on Saturday. Here’s the latest update on Ravens defensive back

The Ravens listed Ar’Darius Washington as questionable for Week 15 after the talented defensive back didn’t initially travel to New York with the team for personal reasons.

On Sunday morning, Washington exited the team’s bus at MetLife Stadium with Lamar Jackson and looked on track to start against the Giants.

Washington has played every defensive snap in the past three games, and his insertion into the starting lineup is a significant reason for Baltimore’s improvement in defense. In his fourth season, Washington has a career-high 49 tackles and had his first interception against the Denver Broncos.

The Ravens elevated cornerback Desmond King and linebacker William Kwenkeu. This is Kwenkeu’s second elevation. King will make his Ravens debut and could help the secondary if Washington doesn’t play.

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Ar’Darius Washington could miss Ravens game at Giants for personal reasons

Ar’Darius Washington could miss Ravens game at Giants for personal reasons after not traveling with the team on Saturday

Baltimore is already banged up in the secondary and could be without one of their key defenders, as Ar’Darius Washington didn’t make the trip to New York for personal reasons.

His status for Sunday’s game is questionable.

Baltimore could turn to Beau Brade or Marcus Williams, but Washington would not make the trip.

The Ravens elevated cornerback Desmond King and linebacker William Kwenkeu. This is Kwenkeu’s second elevation. King will make his Ravens debut and could help the secondary if Washington doesn’t play.

Have the Ravens solved their defensive struggles with a reshuffled secondary?

Have the Ravens solved their defensive struggles with a reshuffled secondary?

By far, the Baltimore Ravens‘ biggest weakness and biggest surprise through 11 weeks of the 2024 season has been the secondary’s play. The Ravens entered the season with what looked like one of the league’s top coverage units on paper, but reality disagreed once the pads came on.

All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton, cornerback Marlon Humphrey, and rookie first-round cornerback Nate Wiggins have all had good seasons. Still, the drastic falloff from veteran free safety Marcus Williams and cornerback Brandon Stephens to go with poor play from newly acquired safety Eddie Jackson has tanked Baltimore’s pass defense. Through 11 weeks, the Ravens have allowed the most passing yards in the league.

After allowing quarterback Joe Burrow to throw for 428 yards and four touchdowns, with wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase going for 264 yards and three touchdowns through the air against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 10, Baltimore decided to make changes on the backend of the defense. Williams was benched for the second time this season, while Hamilton and Ar’Darious Washington formed the starting safety duo against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11. This was a change for Hamilton, as the do-it-all star is best known for his game-wrecking ability closer to the line of scrimmage, but after the results against the Steelers, he may have found a new home on the defense to finish this year.

The Ravens’ secondary stifled quarterback Russell Wilson, holding him to 205 passing yards, zero touchdowns, and -7.41 expected points through the air. Wide receiver George Pickens was held under 100 yards and out of the endzone, with cornerback Tre’Davious White having a pair of impressive pass deflections against him to prevent touchdowns. White played 24 snaps against Pittsburgh, eating into Stephens’ role on the boundary.

While the Steelers offense has not been one of the league’s best this season, Wilson’s ability to connect with Pickens down the field was something to fear coming into the game, and Baltimore kept a lid on the duo for the most part. The Ravens will face more formidable challenges to see if reshuffling the secondary has fixed the issues plaguing the defense, starting with a Monday Night Football showdown against star quarterback Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers.

John Harbaugh shares thoughts on the play of Eddie Jackson, Ar’Darius Washington

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh shared his thoughts on defensive backs Eddie Jackson and Ar’Darius Washington

The Baltimore Ravens lost to the Cleveland Browns in Week 8 by the final score of 29-24. It was a heartbreaking defeat, with many factors contributing to why Baltimore dropped the game.

One reason the Ravens fell short was their secondary play. When asked about the performances of Eddie Jackson and Ar’Darius Washington, head coach John Harbaugh mentioned that he thought both played solid football and that the team needed to make a few more plays.

“I thought [Ar’Darius Washington and Eddie Jackson] played solid football. They were in the right spot [and] doing the right things the vast majority of time. I thought they played hard, made some good tackles and were in solid position [most] times. For all of us, we all want to just make a few more plays, get a few more pressures, get a few more sacks, get a few more batted balls, get a few more PBUs – that’d be good; catch the ball on the interceptions – that’s the big one from this game. Everybody wants to make plays. I just think we have to keep chasing that.”

Jackson struggled mightily on Sunday, while Washington also contributed to a poor defensive effort but made a few plays. The secondary must be better, and hopefully, that trend can start in Week 9 against the Denver Broncos.

Marcus Williams benched as Ravens make a change in the secondary vs. Browns

Marcus Williams benched as Ravens look for a spark in the secondary vs. Browns

Marcus Williams has struggled this season, and entering Week 8, he was the among the lowest graded safeties in the NFL, allowing 16.3 yard per catch, and a 143.9 passer rating allowed in coverage.

Williams’s struggles played a huge part in Baltimore having the worst pass defenses in the league, and with the team in Cleveland facing the struggling Browns, Zach Orr made a change.

15 biggest salary cap hits for the Ravens in 2024 after first wave of NFL free agency

With the second wave of free agency heating up and updated signings, we’re releasing the Ravens 15 biggest salary cap hits according to Over The Cap. 

Change is always good for the soul, and after a stunning loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC title game, Baltimore has undergone a dramatic reconstruction that could pay off with championship dividends.

Changes hit the defensive coaching staff as Mike Macdonald accepted the Seahawks head coaching job, Anthony Weaver became the defensive coordinator in Miami, and Zach Orr was promoted from inside linebackers coach to defensive coordinator.

Baltimore signed Justin Madubuike, one of the league’s best defensive linemen, to an extension. After inking Madubuike to a deal, Baltimore landed Derrick Henry for two years and $16 million.

However, the Ravens suffered significant free-agent losses. Patrick Queen (Steelers), Geno Stone (Bengals), and Gus Edwards (Chargers) were among eight free agents to sign elsewhere. Baltimore also traded Morgan Moses to the Jets and released Tyus Bowser in a cost-cutting move.

With the second wave of free agency heating up and updated signings of cornerback Ka’Dar Hollman, linebacker Chris Board, and offensive guard Josh Jones, we’re releasing the 15 most significant salary cap hits according to Over The Cap.

Where do the Ravens rank in spending at each position after first wave of free agency?

We’re looking at where the Baltimore Ravens rank in positional spending after the first wave of NFL free agency

The 2024 salary cap is set at $255.4 million.

The Ravens will look drastically different on both sides of the football field after undergoing massive changes in player personnel and the coaching staff.

Eric DeCosta started the off-season with urgency, signing Justin Madubuike, one of the league’s best defensive linemen, to an extension. After inking Madubuike to a deal, Baltimore landed Derrick Henry for two years and $16 million.

The talented running back could earn $20 million throughout the deal.

However, the Ravens suffered significant free-agent losses. Patrick Queen (Steelers), Geno Stone (Bengals), and Gus Edwards (Chargers) were among eight free agents to sign elsewhere. Baltimore also traded Morgan Moses to the Jets and released Tyus Bowser in a cost-cutting move.

The Ravens have $13,884,766 in available cap space, and they’re paying out over $113 million on the offensive side of the football.

With the second wave of free agency set to begin, we’re examining Baltimore’s positional spending ranking.

All figures are via OverTheCap.com and official NFLPA records.