Ravens Could Consider Dealing Rashod Bateman Before Deadline
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler is watching whether Baltimore might trade Rashod Bateman before the deadline. Bateman has been a secondary option behind Zay Flowers and has not matched his first-round draft status, though he could appeal to receiver-needy teams as a vertical threat. The Ravens are 4-1 and lead the AFC North, so they may hesitate to remove offensive depth.
Jeremy Fowler of ESPN is monitoring whether Baltimore will make Rashod Bateman available before the deadline. Bateman, 26, has remained behind Zay Flowers in the passing order and has not produced like a former first-round pick. His contract includes $6.5 million for 2026 and $8.25 million for 2027, which may make him affordable for receiver-needy clubs.
Baltimore is 4-1 and leads the AFC North, so subtracting offensive depth could be risky. The team also expects rookie Ja’Kobi Lane back at practice after wrist surgery, while Bateman has previously been mentioned in trade talks and once received permission to seek a deal.
If Baltimore trades Bateman, fans and fantasy players could see immediate changes in offensive roles, while receiver-needy teams may gain a vertical option. The Ravens’ 4-1 start means a deal could risk depth for a title push, affecting teammates and coaches. Bateman himself may benefit from more targets elsewhere, though uncertainty could linger until the deadline.