The Baltimore Ravens are heading into the 2025 offseason with some major roster decisions to make, particularly when it comes to their offensive line and key free agents.
During a recent press conference, General Manager Eric DeCosta addressed the team’s strategy for free agency, discussing Phase 2 of their offensive line rebuild and how Baltimore plans to reload for another championship run.
With several key veterans potentially departing, the Ravens are once again in transition—but DeCosta is confident in the team’s long-term plan.
Last offseason, the Ravens took a bold approach to their offensive line, letting go of three veteran starters:
❌ Kevin Zeitler (RG)
❌ Morgan Moses (RT)
❌ John Simpson (LG)
Instead, Baltimore opted to go younger, investing in rookie Roger Rosengarten and second-year player Andrew Vorhees.
💬 “We made a tough call last year to go younger and have some younger guys play, and we knew we’d have a few growing pains,” DeCosta said.
💬 “I think we had a few, but looking back on it, I think it was absolutely the right thing to do.”
Now, the Ravens face another tough decision: Do they move on from left tackle Ronnie Stanley and versatile lineman Patrick Mekari?
✔️ Stanley’s Future: The former Pro Bowler has struggled with injuries in recent years, and his $26M cap hit makes him a prime candidate for release or a restructure.
✔️ Mekari’s Versatility: The Ravens love his flexibility, but with younger linemen developing, he may not be retained if Baltimore prioritizes cap space.
💬 DeCosta on Stanley & Mekari: “We’re blessed to have really good coaches and some good young players, but we realize we’re going to have 10 or 11 draft picks this year, free agency, and still a chance to get some deals signed with some of those guys.”
🔄 If Stanley is released, the Ravens could:
🔄 If Mekari leaves, the Ravens could:
📈 Bottom Line: The Ravens’ offensive line is trending younger and cheaper, and DeCosta seems confident in the long-term strategy.
While offensive line changes are the biggest question mark, Baltimore has several other major free agents to make decisions on:
✔️ 2024 Stats: 11.5 sacks, 3 forced fumbles
💬 DeCosta on Van Noy: “We love what Kyle brings. We’ll see how the process plays out.”
Van Noy was a steal last offseason, but at age 34, the Ravens may prefer to get younger at EDGE.
✔️ 2024 Stats: 9.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles
💬 DeCosta on Clowney: “We know what he means to this defense. We’re working through it.”
Like Van Noy, Clowney had a resurgent year in Baltimore. The Ravens could bring him back if the price is right.
✔️ 2024 Stats: 383 receiving yards, 3 TDs
💬 DeCosta on Hill: “We love Justice. He does everything we ask of him.”
Hill’s role as a pass-catching back has been underrated, but Baltimore could look for a younger, cheaper option in the draft.
✔️ 2024 Stats: 10 pass deflections, 1 INT
💬 DeCosta on Darby: “We’ll see how things shake out at corner.”
With Nate Wiggins stepping up, the Ravens may not prioritize bringing Darby back.
DeCosta made it clear that Baltimore’s roster retooling is far from finished.
✔️ The offensive line rebuild is ongoing, and more veteran cuts could be coming.
✔️ Several free agents (Van Noy, Clowney, Hill, Darby) could be on their way out if the Ravens prioritize younger, cheaper options.
✔️ Baltimore has 10+ draft picks, giving them plenty of flexibility to reload at key positions.
💬 DeCosta’s Message to Ravens Fans: “Our goal is always to build the best team possible. We made tough decisions last year, and we’ll do it again if it makes us better.”
🔥 What moves should the Ravens make this offseason? Drop your thoughts below! 🔥