The Ravens are trying to bounce back after their first losing season in years. Instead of rebuilding, General Manager Eric DeCosta retooled the roster by investing in the offensive line, pass rush, and pass-catching depth while handing the team to new head coach Jesse Minter.

2025 Record: 8–9 (2nd AFC North)

S³ Team Identity

Baltimore's first losing season in years prompted a full-scale retool rather than a rebuild. DeCosta attacked every major weakness - offensive line, pass rush, and receiving depth - through both free agency and a blockbuster draft class.

Coaching Staff

Head Coach: Jesse Minter Offensive Coordinator: Declan Doyle Defensive Coordinator: Anthony Weaver Special Teams Coordinator: Anthony Levine Sr.

S³ Coaching Outlook: Jesse Minter inherits a talented roster with championship expectations. His biggest task is restoring Baltimore's defensive identity while keeping Lamar Jackson and the offense among the AFC's most dangerous units.

S³ Grade: B+

2026 NFL Draft

Round 1: Vega Ioane (G, Penn State) - An immediate investment in protecting Lamar Jackson after losing Tyler Linderbaum. S³ Grade: A

Round 2: Zion Young (EDGE, Missouri) - An explosive pass rusher who joins Trey Hendrickson to strengthen Baltimore's front seven. S³ Grade: A-

Round 3: Ja'Kobi Lane (WR, USC) - Adds size, speed, and another vertical weapon opposite Zay Flowers. S³ Grade: A

Additional Picks: Elijah Sarratt (WR), Matthew Hibner (TE), Chandler Rivers (CB), Josh Cuevas (TE), Adam Randall (RB), Ryan Eckley (P), Rayshaun Benny (DT), Evan Beerntsen (G)

S³ Draft Grade: A

Free Agency

Biggest Addition

⭐ Trey Hendrickson (EDGE) - The Ravens finally added an elite edge rusher capable of changing games on his own.

Other Additions

John Simpson (G), Calais Campbell (DL), Jaylinn Hawkins (S), Danny Pinter (C), Durham Smythe (TE), Tyler Huntley (QB), Chidobe Awuzie (CB), Jovaughn Gwyn (G)

Biggest Losses

Tyler Linderbaum (C), Isaiah Likely (TE), Charlie Kolar (TE), Alohi Gilman (S), Ar'Darius Washington (S)

The biggest loss is Tyler Linderbaum, one of the NFL's premier centers. Baltimore answered by reinforcing the interior offensive line through both free agency and the draft.

S³ Strengths

✅ Elite quarterback in Lamar Jackson ✅ One of the NFL's best rushing attacks ✅ Improved pass rush with Trey Hendrickson ✅ Young, athletic receiving corps ✅ Strong offensive line depth

S³ Concerns

⚠️ New coaching staff ⚠️ Replacing Tyler Linderbaum ⚠️ Integrating multiple new starters

S³ Prediction

Record: 12–5 AFC North: 2nd Playoffs: ✅ Wild Card (with division-title upside)

🏆 S³ Final Verdict

Baltimore attacked every major weakness from its 8–9 season. The Ravens became more physical up front, added a premier pass rusher, and gave Lamar Jackson additional weapons. If Jesse Minter establishes his culture quickly and the offensive line gels after the departure of Tyler Linderbaum, Baltimore has enough talent to return to contender status.

Overall Offseason Grade: A S³ Contender Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5)

S³ Prediction: 13–4