Baltimore Ravens Finalize 53-Man Roster Amid Injuries, Cuts by Aug 26

The Baltimore Ravens are approaching a critical juncture as they prepare to finalize their 53-man roster ahead of the 2025 NFL season, with the deadline set for August 26. Injuries to key rookies, including cornerbacks Bilhal Kone and Robert Longerbeam, as well as others like outside linebacker Adisa Isaac and offensive tackle Emery Jones Jr., have influenced roster decisions and opened spots for other players. The Ravens aim to maintain a balanced roster, ideally carrying 25 offensive players, 25 defensive players, and three specialists, although injuries and positional needs could alter this distribution. The running back and kick returner positions are particularly competitive, with the possibility of keeping four running backs, including Rasheen Ali and Keaton Mitchell, both of whom contribute on special teams. Veteran players such as wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins are expected to be on the roster despite recent injuries, while many backup and special teams roles remain undecided and will be determined during the final preseason game and remaining practices. The Ravens also face a competitive practice squad formation, with released players still able to be signed, and the team has two weeks after cutdowns before their season opener against Buffalo.