Baltimore Ravens: Top 5 free agents they can not overlook

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – OCTOBER 27: Derek Wolfe #95 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after a play in the game against the Indianapolis Colts during the fourth quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

4. Derek Wolfe:

This potential move is in the same line of thinking as signing McCoy. The Ravens need a defensive end for their 3-4 defense that can collapse the pocket. Derek Wolfe is 30 years old and is coming off a seven sack season for the Denver Broncos. It was his fourth season with at least five sacks. He’s an explosive defensive end, who is multi-dimensional. You are getting a space eater and a pass rusher with a big 6’5″ frame. Bringing in a player like Wolfe will make the Ravens defensive front more complete and more prepared against pass happy teams.

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In nine seasons he has recorded 299 tackles and 33 sacks. He has a solid reputation as an impact player on the defensive line. There was some speculation before the trade deadline that Wolfe could be dealt to the Ravens. This is a move that would be similar to when the Ravens brought in Trevor Pryce (who also happened to be from the Broncos). It would be a move that would help all of the pass rushers in Baltimore. Getting pass rush from a 3-4 defensive end will really help the outside linebackers be more productive.

Defensive end is a big need for the Ravens. If they don’t address it in free agency, they will have to spend a draft pick on one. This would be a signing that would check a need off the list. Wolfe could also provide a few solid years for Baltimore. Wolfe probably won’t set the market at defensive end. He should be a little more expensive than McCoy, however it’s a deal that probably has more upside.