Pundits Don't Expect a Free Agent Spending Spree
We're one month away from the start of free agency, and there's already been plenty of speculation as to how the Ravens are going to operate.
If you go onto social media or any Ravens forum, you can find scenarios that link them to any of the big-name free agents set to hit the market. But Russell Street Report's Todd Karpovich isn't betting on any splash signings.
"This is the time of the year where Ravens fans like to dream," Karpovich wrote. "They think about the potential free agents signing with the team or trade scenarios that would bring a big-time playmaker into the fold. … The Ravens, however, have never been huge players in the free-agent market. They've had several impact signing over the years, most notably with Michael McCrary, Shannon Sharpe, Anquan Boldin, Derrick Mason and Steve Smith, but the franchise relies more heavily on home-grown players.
"Some of the headliners this offseason include wide receivers Chris Godwin and Allen Robinson, defensive end J.J. Watt and linebacker Shaq Barrett. The Ravens might kick the tires on some of those players, but general manager Eric DeCosta is not going to break the bank in the free-agent market."
Karpovich said the Ravens are more focused on reaching extensions with their young core that includes Lamar Jackson, Mark Andrews, and Orlando Brown Jr. amid trade speculation.
Last offseason, the Ravens retained Matthew Judon on the franchise tag, signed Derek Wolfe to a one-year deal, and retained defensive pieces like Jimmy Smith, Jihad Ward, Anthony Levine Sr., and Justin Ellis.
The Ravens' biggest offseason move was acquiring Calais Campbell from the Jacksonville Jaguars, which only cost a fifth-round pick. Campbell did sign a reported two-year, $25 million contract upon the trade.
"Expect an efficient offseason from DeCosta and the Ravens, who have Super Bowl aspirations this upcoming season," Karpovich wrote. "The team is not going to sacrifice long-term success for short-term gratification. DeCosta is confident the team has the foundation to compete for multiple titles in the coming years."
With that in mind, The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec looked at some potential salary-cap casualties the Ravens could target in free agency. With a shrunken cap, there will be more cuts than usual over the next month.
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