Ravens Confirm Rookie Tyler Loop As Kicker After Perfect Preseason

The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to release rookie kicker Ben Sauls unless they can trade him before the roster cut-down deadline, with the Miami Dolphins being a potential destination due to an injury to their starter Jason Sanders. Sauls impressed in the preseason by hitting multiple long-range field goals and earning praise from Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, making him a valuable trade asset. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens have officially named rookie Tyler Loop their starting kicker after an outstanding preseason performance, including a perfect game against the Washington Commanders highlighted by a 61-yard field goal. Loop, the first kicker ever drafted by the Ravens, has shown exceptional accuracy and range, filling the role left vacant by the release of Justin Tucker. Ravens head coach John Harbaugh expressed confidence in Loop's abilities, citing his poise and consistency as reasons for the decision. Both kickers have demonstrated promising talent early in their NFL careers, with Sauls potentially finding a new team and Loop securing a key role for Baltimore this season.