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USA Today
17-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens sign pass rusher Mike Green to a 4-year rookie deal
Mike Green will not be a training camp holdout after signing a four-year rookie contract with the Baltimore Ravens that could pay the pass rusher $7.4M Ravens announce that they have signed second-round OLB Mike Green. His deal wraps up the teams 2025 draft also put DB Ar'Darius Washington on the active/PUP list. Washington tore his Achilles this offseason. Mike Green will not be a training camp holdout after signing a four-year rookie contract with the Baltimore Ravens that could pay the pass rusher $7.5 million guaranteed. Baltimore selected the All-American pass rusher with pick No. 59, and reports are that the former Marshall star pass rusher and 29 other second-round picks were haggling over guaranteed money on the standard four-year deal. Ravens rookies reported for training camp this week with veterans set to report Tuesday, so inking Green means he can now take the field with his teammates. First-round picks usually have guaranteed four-year deals with a potential fifth-year option, but up until this past April, fully guaranteed contracts weren't the norm for second-round picks. That all changed when the Texans gave Jayden Higgins, the 34th overall pick, the first fully guaranteed contract ever for a second-round pick on May 8. On May 9, the Browns followed suit, offering Carson Schwesinger, the 33rd overall pick in the second round, a fully guaranteed contract as well. It was a touchy scenario for Baltimore, which had an urgent need for more explosion at the edge rusher position, so they landed the draft's most talented but questionable prospect. Last season, as a redshirt sophomore, Green led the FBS in sacks (17.0), tackles for loss (22.5), sack yardage (144), and tackles by a defensive lineman (84). His 17 sacks established a new Sun Belt Conference record. The Ravens also placed safety Ar'Darius Washington on the active/physically unable to perform list. Washington suffered a torn Achilles in mid-May but is expected to return to the field in November or December.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Why Me? Why Now?' — Ar'Darius Washington's injury forces Ravens to rethink defensive strategy
Ar'Darius Washington's Achilles injury leaves Ravens in tough spot (Image via: Getty Images) It's the kind of news no team wants heading into the grind of an NFL season, a player who clawed his way into the starting lineup goes down, not on game day, but during offseason conditioning. Ar'Darius Washington's torn Achilles isn't just a personal setback, it's a gut punch to a Baltimore Ravens defense already gasping for air after a shaky 2024 showing. Ar'Darius Washington's injury isn't just bad luck, it's a warning sign 🚨BREAKING: Baltimore Ravens Get The WORST NEWS EVER | Ar'Darius Washington Tears His Achilles Washington's story was one fans rallied behind. Undrafted, undersized, and underestimated but he kept pushing, eventually earning a key role in a revamped Ravens secondary. When veteran Marcus Williams fell out of favor, Washington stepped up. He wasn't just a safety; he was a spark, even stepping into the slot when needed. That versatility made him invaluable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Are The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo Now, he's out, likely for the entire 2025 season due to a torn Achilles. In an instant, one of Baltimore's most reliable defensive backs is sidelined, leaving the team searching for answers. Yes, first-round rookie Malaki Starks is expected to fill the gap alongside Kyle Hamilton, but throwing a rookie into the fire, especially after the Ravens finished near the bottom in pass defense, is a gamble. One injury has turned a fragile unit into a potential disaster zone. Ravens face concerns as Ar'Darius Washington's injury exposes issues Washington's emotional Instagram post showed the weight of his loss: 'Why me? Why now?' It's a question he's asking, but it's one the Ravens' front office must be asking too. How does this keep happening? Conditioning injuries are becoming more common across NFL rosters, but is it poor training or just bad luck? Either way, the impact is significant. With Washington out, Baltimore is now relying on untested players like Sanoussi Kane and Beau Brade. There's also talk of bringing in a veteran free agent, though salary cap issues and system compatibility might make that difficult. Also Read: Ricky Pearsall ditches No. 14 for No. 1 Jersey, marks new beginning with 49ers For a team with Super Bowl ambitions, this isn't just a minor setback, it's a growing concern. If the Ravens don't make quick moves, Washington's injury could be the start of a bigger defensive breakdown. In a league where one weak link can be exploited over and over, the Ravens have just lost one of their strongest players. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
USA Today
14-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
7 free agent replacements for Ravens' injured safety Ar'Darius Washington
7 free agent replacements for Ravens' injured safety Ar'Darius Washington We're looking at seven free agent defensive backs the Baltimore Ravens can target to replace the injured Ar'Darius Washington this season Ar'Darius Washington has worked tremendously to establish a role on the Ravens' defense, but the talented safety will miss an entire season before entering unrestricted free agency. The news broke late Tuesday night that Washington had suffered a torn Achilles during conditioning drills at the Under Armour Performance Center. Back in April, the Ravens took steps to retain the talented defensive back by extending the exclusive rights tender to the then-free agent. With the low tender, Baltimore would receive no compensation for Washington if another team signed him to an offer sheet and Baltimore declines to match. That deadline had passed, meaning Washington had to sign the offer sheet to play in Baltimore or risk missing the 2025 NFL season. Baltimore drafted former Georgia All-American safety Malaki Starks in the first round, further lessening the blow. Washington saw action in 12 games last season and played a significant role in the Baltimore secondary, performing like one of the NFL's best after a dismal showing in the first seven to eight weeks. With Ravens fans and media reacting to the news, we're looking at seven free agents who could replace the talented defensive back. Justin Simmons Simmons has been linked to Vic Fangio and the Eagles, but Baltimore offers the veteran safety an equal opportunity at playing time and a potential Super Bowl run. Julian Blackmon The former Colts safety is comfortable playing deep safety, having earned an 83.3 PFF coverage grade at the position over the past two seasons. Vonn Bell Bell recorded 55 total tackles, one forced fumble, and two passes defended, including one interception, over 17 games in 2024. Marcus Maye Maye (ankle) posted 42 tackles (19 solo), one interception, and three passes defended in 15 regular-season appearances split between the Dolphins and Chargers. Maye played 11 games with Miami before being waived and claimed by the Chargers. K'Von Wallace Wallace finished last season with 15 tackles (nine solo) and a forced fumble over nine games with the Seattle Seahawks. Chuck Clark The 29-year-old former Ravens safety spent 2024 with the Jets, logging 69 tackles, two pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and one sack over his 12 appearances. Quandre Diggs The Titans signed Diggs last August after the Seahawks released him in March. Diggs started the season's first eight games, recording 42 total tackles. A sixth-round pick in 2015, Diggs has appeared in 145 career games with 120 starts. He's recorded 24 interceptions with 56 passes defensed and five forced fumbles.
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Ravens Safety Suffers Torn Achilles, Out for Season in Devastating Update
The Baltimore Ravens will be without their veteran safety Ar'Darius Washington for the 2025 season. Washington suffered a torn Achilles after receiving an MRI. NFL insider Ian Rapoport shared the news via X. Sources: #Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington, who was expected to play a key role in Baltimore's defense next season, has torn his Achilles, the MRI has confirmed. The injury, which occurred during conditioning, will cause him to miss most or all of the 2025 season. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 13, 2025 " #Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington, who was expected to play a key role in Baltimore's defense next season, has torn his Achilles, the MRI has confirmed. "The injury, which occurred during conditioning, will cause him to miss most or all of the 2025 season," wrote Rapoport. Washington was slated to play a significant role for the Ravens this season. He will likely be put on the Physically Unable to Perform list. Baltimore drafted some depth at that position, drafting Malaki Starks in the first round of the April draft. With Washington out now, Starks will play a massive role for the Ravens' defense. Baltimore endured a ton of changes last year, but they were still an elite group against the run. They ranked first in that category, allowing just 80.1 yards per game, On top of that, they also showed improvement in covering tight ends and experienced a significant defensive turnaround. Washington did his part as he was exceptional, particularly in coverage. Last month, Washington signed a one-year, $3.2 million restricted free agent tender. He started the final 12 games for the club, including the two playoff games. His presence next to Kyle Hamilton helped turn Baltimore's defense into one of he best. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta had high praise for Washington after their season came to an end in January. "Ar'Darius is a great example of a guy who got a chance and ran with it," DeCosta said. "This year, he stayed healthy, and he became that guy that we saw in college. He's tough, physical, a playmaker, instinctive, smart, a leader. "He's a great story. Just another one of these undrafted guys over the years that we've had that has developed into being a really good football player." Washington is a former Horned Frog of TCU. He stands at 5-foot-8 and has battled injuries to start his career. His 2024 season was the healthiest he had been in a while; however, that won't be the case in 2025.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ravens S Ar'Darius Washington tears Achilles, expected to miss 2025 season
The Baltimore Ravens lost a key piece of their defense Tuesday. Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington tore his Achilles and is now expected to miss the season. Washington went down during conditioning work, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, though further specifics of his injury are not yet known. Sources: #Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington, who was expected to play a key role in Baltimore's defense next season, has torn his Achilles, the MRI has confirmed. The injury, which occurred during conditioning, will cause him to miss most or all of the 2025 season. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 13, 2025 Washington was expected to play a significant part in the Baltimore secondary this fall. The 25-year-old signed a one-year, $3.263 million restricted free-agent tender to return to the Ravens this offseason after his breakout campaign last year. Washington, who went undrafted out of TCU, had 64 total tackles and two interceptions last season, both of which were career highs. He stepped into a starting role midway through the year and more than held his own, too. The Ravens went 12-5 last season, which marked their third straight season with double-digit wins. They were knocked out in the divisional round of the playoffs, however, despite winning the AFC North for a second consecutive year. While losing Washington stings, the Ravens do have a replacement available. They selected former Georgia star Malaki Starks with the No. 27 overall pick in the NFL Draft last moth. Starks had 77 total tackles and an interception last season with the Bulldogs. He should be able to jump into the Baltimore secondary and make an impact right away. The team has starter Kyle Hamilton, too. Hamilton had 107 total tackles and an interception, and he earned his second straight Pro Bowl nod last season, his third in the league. The injury is the latest significant one that Washington has faced in his career. He went down with a season-ending foot injury as a rookie and then missed most of the 2023 season with a chest injury. Washington had yet to play in more than three games in a season before last year's run. 'Ar'Darius is a great example of a guy who got a chance and ran with it,' general manager Eric DeCosta said in January, via the Baltimore Banner. 'This year, he stayed healthy and he became that guy that we saw in college. He's tough, physical, a playmaker, instinctive, smart, a leader. He's a great story. Just another one of these undrafted guys over the years that we've had that has developed into being a really good football player.'
