Ravens 2024 free agency tracker: Offseason moves, signings
Here’s a breakdown of every 2024 NFL free agent signing by the Baltimore Ravens and how each will impact the upcoming season:
The Ravens and Justin Madubuike agreed to a four-year, $98 million deal that includes $75.5 million total in guarantees and $53.5 million at signing on Friday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
What it means: The Ravens keep their sacks leader from last year as well as one of the best young defensive linemen in the game. Madubuike led all interior pass-rushers with 13 sacks last season and became the team’s most dominant pass-rusher. He recorded 33 quarterback hits, which were 14 more than any player on the team. Baltimore has an All-Pro foundation up the middle on defense with Madubuike, middle linebacker Roquan Smith and strong safety Kyle Hamilton. The Ravens also gain an additional $11 million in salary cap space by signing Madubuike to a long-term deal and removing the $22.1 million franchise tag.
What’s the risk: Baltimore is banking on Madubuike not being a one-season wonder. Before his breakout season, Madubuike totaled 8.5 sacks in his first three seasons. Baltimore’s confidence lies in Madubuike’s work ethic and consistency. His streak of 11 straight games with at least a half-sack is tied for the longest in NFL single-season history. Madubuike is the team’s best defensive tackle since Haloti Ngata.