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Steelers trade WR George Pickens; How did he fare against the Ravens?

Steelers trade WR George Pickens; How did he fare against the Ravens?

The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys.

On Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers traded their second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, wide receiver George Pickens, to the Dallas Cowboys.

Pickens was a Steeler for three seasons and routinely was a thorn in the Ravens’ side. His departure is a positive for the Ravens, though they’re not without a different star receiver with D.K. Metcalf being acquired by the Steelers this offseason.

But how big of a loss is this for the Steelers — or a benefit for Baltimore?

Pickens vs. Ravens

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Baltimore Ravens approval poll: GM Eric DeCosta

Baltimore Ravens approval poll: GM Eric DeCosta

Do you approve of the job Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta has done for the Ravens?

Over the past seven years, the Baltimore Ravens’ front office has been led by the second general manager in team history: Eric DeCosta. He’d been a member of the team since 1996, beginning as an intern during the inaugural 1996 season. After 23 years of service and graduating from the “20/20 Club,” and a litany of promotions, he became the Ravens’ Executive Vice President and General Manager in 2019.

Over the past seven years, DeCosta has made the Ravens a Super Bowl contending team...

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Roundtable Reactions: Ravens cut Justin Tucker

Roundtable Reactions: Ravens cut Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Beatdown staff share their reactions to the news of the Ravens releasing kicker Justin Tucker.

The Baltimore Ravens announced they have released kicker Justin Tucker. Below are the reactions from the Baltimore Beatdown staff.


Early in my writing career, I grew a fascination for special teams; it became my specialty. I adored writing about the most accurate kickers in NFL history. It became my annual pre-season tradition. Lengthy hours poured into tracking every field goal attempt by the NFL’s most-accurate. It felt great highlighting kicking as a whole, and to shine a light on the greatness of...

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Baltimore Ravens have cut K Justin Tucker

Baltimore Ravens have cut K Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Ravens have cut kicker Justin Tucker after 16 accusations of sexually inappropriate behavior.

Three months after Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by six massage therapists — which eventually totaled 16 — the team announced they’ve cut him.

Ravens Executive Vice President and General Manager released a statement on the decision.

“Sometimes football decisions are incredibly difficult, and this is one of those instances. Considering our current roster, we have made the tough decision to release Justin Tucker. Justin created many significant and unforgettable moments in Ravens history. His reliability, focus, drive,...

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Emery Jones Jr. has labrum injury; expected to be out until training camp

Emery Jones Jr. has labrum injury; expected to be out until training camp

The Baltimore Ravens commenced their rookie minicamp this week, welcoming in their 2025 draft class and undrafted signees for their first taste of the NFL. Unfortunately, it was announced that one of their top draft picks won’t be participating — and may not see any action for an extended time.

Per The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec, Head Coach John Harbaugh told reporters that offensive tackle Emory Jones Jr., who the team selected in the third round out of LSU, has a labrum injury and is expected to be sidelined until at least training camp.

The Ravens traditionally seem to have at...

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Can Derrick Henry break the all-time rushing record?

Can Derrick Henry break the all-time rushing record?

Derrick Henry is on pace to break the NFL’s all time rushing record, but can he sustain it?

Through nine years of his NFL career, Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry has been nothing short of prolific. He’s one of nine players to gain 2,000-plus yards in a single season, led the NFL in rushing twice, rushing touchdowns thrice and bludgeoned run defenses on his way to ranking No. 19 on the NFL’s all-time rushing yards leaderboard (11,423 yards). The gap between Henry and the top five rushers in NFL history is wide, but Henry obliterated the 10,000-yard barrier —...

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Ravens ranked top 5 in post-draft NFL Power Rankings

Ravens ranked top 5 in post-draft NFL Power Rankings

The Baltimore Ravens are ranked a Top 5 team after the 2025 NFL Draft

Following the 2025 NFL Draft, a few new power rankings have been released and a common continues. The Baltimore Ravens are ranked a top five team as they once more look to continue contending for a Super Bowl.

USA Today’s Nate Davis: 2 (Previous: 3)

“Perhaps you don’t love the choice of second-round OLB Mike Green philosophically – which is especially puzzling for an organization that now appears appropriately poised to part with K Justin Tucker after drafting a new one. Yet it’s also hard to...

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Ravens will make determination on kicker ‘based on football’

Ravens will make determination on kicker ‘based on football’

The Ravens drafted a kicker in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. They still have Justin Tucker on the roster. Head Coach John Harbaugh shared how the Ravens will make their decision.

Kicker Justin Tucker remains on the Baltimore Ravens’ roster as the NFL’s investigation regarding being accused by 16 massage therapists of inappropriate sexual behavior has not concluded. Meanwhile, the Ravens drafted kicker Tyler Loop in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

According to Head Coach John Harbaugh, the determination on how the Ravens will handle the kicking job will be “based on football.”

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What is the Ravens’ biggest remaining weakness after the draft?

What is the Ravens’ biggest remaining weakness after the draft?

The Ravens could still use help in the trenches.

The Baltimore Ravens boast one of the best rosters in the NFL on paper, especially after reinforcing it with 11 selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. It is hard to poke holes in such a complete roster, but no team is perfect, and general manager Eric DeCosta knows this and will continue to work toward crafting the best roster possible for the 2025 season.

Today’s Question of the Day is:

What is the Ravens’ biggest remaining weakness after the draft?

My answer: Nose tackle

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Baltimore Ravens sign 17 undrafted rookie free agents

Baltimore Ravens sign 17 undrafted rookie free agents

Baltimore Beatdown went 16/17 on our tracker.

On Sunday, the Baltimore Ravens announced they’ve officially signed 17 of their undrafted rookie free agents. Baltimore Beatdown was successful in tracking 16 of the players, and found numerous others added for minicamp invites and participation.

Ravens Undrafted Rookie Free Agents

  1. WR Jahmal Banks, Nebraska
  2. OLB Diwun Black, Temple
  3. OT Gerad Lichtenhan, Oregon State
  4. WR Xavier Guillory, Arizona State
  5. ILB Jay Higgins, Iowa
  6. OL Reid Holskey, Miami (OH)
  7. OT Ozzie Hutchinson, Albany
  8. S Desmond Igbinosun, Rutgers
  9. S Keondre Jackson, Illinois State
  10. DT Jayson...
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Ravens agree to terms with OT Joseph Noteboom

Ravens agree to terms with OT Joseph Noteboom

After selecting three offensive lineman in the draft last weekend, the Ravens are continuing to reinforce their depth in the trenches up front. On Saturday afternoon, the team announced they agreed to terms on a contract with offensive tackle Joseph Noteboom.

Noteboom is a seven-year veteran and former third-round draft pick in 2018 out of TCU. He’s spent his entire career with the Los Angeles Rams, before now joining the Ravens. He had signed a three-year, $40 million deal with the Rams back in 2022 before suffering a torn achilles injury that following season. He will turn 30 years old...

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Projecting roles for the Ravens 2025 rookie class

Projecting roles for the Ravens 2025 rookie class

How will the Ravens’ incoming rookies fit into the roster for their first season?

Now a week removed from draft weekend, time has allowed us to further digest the Baltimore Ravens’ loaded rookie class. The Ravens drafted 11 prospects in total, giving themselves a stacked group of fresh young talent for the upcoming 2025 season.

The performances of each incoming rookie during the forthcoming summer activities will go a long way in determining their role for the year. So too will other factors like potential injuries, trades, or additional free agent signings.

However, while it’s still early on, we can...

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