The Baltimore Ravens' defensive front is already scary enough, but the thought of adding Calais Campbell back into the mix? That’s enough to make any AFC offense lose sleep. According to a report from Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald, the Dolphins are expected to release Campbell if their playoff hopes are extinguished this weekend—and Baltimore feels like a natural landing spot.
Campbell, who spent three seasons with the Ravens from 2020 to 2022, has continued to thrive despite his age. The 38-year-old has been a rock for Miami’s defense, racking up 46 tackles, four sacks, and five deflections this year. But with the Dolphins likely on the outside looking in, Campbell could get the green light to chase a Super Bowl with a contender, and a Baltimore reunion seems like it was meant to be.
Calais Campbell looking for a title shot with a Super Bowl contender https://t.co/wLhzmeqJhe
— Omar Kelly (@OmarKelly) December 28, 2024
If this sounds familiar, it’s because the Ravens reportedly tried to trade for Campbell at the deadline. Unfortunately, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel nixed the deal, convincing the veteran to stick it out with Miami. Now, with that window reopening, Baltimore’s front office should be ready to pounce.
The Ravens should do everything possible to reunite with All-Pro DT Calais Campbell for playoff push
When Campbell left Baltimore in 2022, it wasn’t about his performance or leadership—it was simply a numbers game with the cap. Fast forward two years, and he’s still proving his worth. His ability to disrupt passing lanes and control the trenches would fit perfectly alongside stars like Nnamdi Madubuike and Travis Jones in the Ravens’ rotation.
Beyond his on-field impact, Campbell’s leadership and locker room presence are just as valuable. For a team looking to make a deep playoff run, his experience and voice would be invaluable. He knows Baltimore’s culture, its expectations, and how to seamlessly slide back into a system where he’s already thrived.
The competition for Campbell won’t be light. The Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings are also rumored to be in the mix, and Kansas City could be especially dangerous with their quest for a three-peat. Pairing Campbell with Chris Jones? That’s a problem no quarterback wants to see.
But Baltimore has one advantage those teams don’t: familiarity. Campbell already has deep ties to the Ravens and a comfort level that could make Baltimore the obvious choice for one last ride.
For now, it all hinges on Miami’s playoff fate. If they’re eliminated, Campbell’s release seems inevitable. And if the Ravens have any shot at adding a future Hall of Famer for this playoff run, they’d better act fast. A Campbell reunion wouldn’t just be a feel-good story—it could be the X-factor that pushes Baltimore over the top.