The Baltimore Ravens reloaded this offseason. It’s really impressive how much better the roster construction looks this year as opposed to last. Sure, there remain some questions (like at wide receiver), but overall, it’s a very well-built group.
As Baltimore’s training camp begins, we’ll start to see this team on full display and in pads. From the best of it to the worst of it, fans are going to start being introduced to what the 2026 Ravens can look like.
In this pre-training camp 53-man roster prediction, our first look at how Baltimore’s roster could look in 2026 takes shape. And it includes one bold move that might be the last addition that they need for success this season.
Baltimore Ravens pre-training camp 53-man roster prediction
QB (2): Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley
While there might be some speculation about the Ravens keeping three quarterbacks, it always makes more sense to keep two and then stash one on the practice squad (to me, at least). It frees up the rest of their roster decisions. And those will be much harder than this one.
There’s no way the top two in the quarterback room aren’t Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley come time for the regular season. As for the QB3 battle, it feels like that’s already been locked up by Skyler Thompson. Baltimore will have to hope he makes it through waivers if they do opt to cut him, though.
RB (4): Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, Adam Randall, Rasheen Ali
If the Ravens stack four running backs on their roster again, these will likely be your guys. It doesn’t really get better than Derrick Henry at the top, and the trio of backups in Justice Hill, Adam Randall, and Rasheen Ali bring a blend of third-down ability and special teams potential.
The competition to keep an eye on will be the one between Randall and Ali. There appears to be room for both on the roster, but the two will be fighting for positioning on the depth chart. Most notably, it’s the kick returner job that’s up for grabs.
It’s also worth noting that if Randall proves he’s ready to be a professional running back and kick returner earlier than expected (remember, he’s new to the position), there may be a possibility where Baltimore keeps three backs and cuts bait with Ali.
WR (6): Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Devontez Walker, Ja’Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, LaJohntay Wester
Nothing to see here. For now, this should be another easy position to predict. Unless the Ravens make a late-offseason move for a free agent like Stefon Diggs, these six guys should be the go-to wide receivers in 2026.
TE (4): Mark Andrews, Matthew Hibner, Josh Cuevas, Durham Smythe
These offensive predictions feel really boring, don’t they? Don’t get me wrong, it’ll be interesting to watch the shift from Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar to Matthew Hibner and Josh Cuevas, but this position group seems to be set in stone, too.
With that change in mind, though, Baltimore will need more from Mark Andrews. Everyone in the building is looking for him to return to form.
As for Durham Smythe, he’s the reason that this team will ditch the fullback position in 2026. He should be a glue-guy for Declan Doyle’s offense due to his blocking prowess and alignment versatility. Â
OL (9): Ronnie Stanley, John Simpson, Ethan Pocic, Vega Ioane, Roger Rosengarten, Carson Vinson, Andrew Vorhees, Danny Pinter, Emery Jones Jr.
The offensive line is one of the team’s biggest improvements from this past offseason. They wanted to make sure a sturdy guard duo would protect Lamar Jackson, and it looks like he has that with John Simpson and Vega Ioane.
Unfortunately, Baltimore did undergo a massive change at the center spot. There was a huge scare there after Tyler Linderbaum’s departure in free agency, and while Ethan Pocic is certainly a step down, he should be a fine replacement.
As for the tackles, they remain the same, and the development of young linemen, Carson Vinson and Emery Jones Jr., may be critical, knowing this team’s awful injury luck. And even then, they could be impactful players a few years down the line. Â
DL (5): Travis Jones, Calais Campbell, John Jenkins, Aeneas Peebles, Rayshaun Benny
It might look rough along the interior offensive line in the early going. I’m predicting that Nnamdi Madubuike goes on injured reserve to start the year, so just like last year, it’ll be guys like Travis Jones and John Jenkins acting as the backbone in the middle.
Luckily, Calais Campbell is back. He’s defied logic, still acting as a force on the defensive front at 39 years old. With his leadership and production, he can be a player that Baltimore should be able to lean on throughout the year.
The big cut at this spot would be Broderick Washington Jr. He's been regressing in recent seasons, and since a release would save money, it makes sense to move on from him.
EDGE (5): Trey Hendrickson, Mike Green, Zion Young, Tavius Robinson, Jadeveon Clowney
The top four here are pretty cut and dry, but Jadeveon Clowney is the bold move here. The Ravens already drastically improved their pass-rushing group from 2025, headed by the addition of Trey Hendrickson. However, let’s be honest, you can never have too many pass rushers. It should be an easy decision to sign Clowney.
Of course, the odd man out in this scenario is Adisa Isaac. It just feels like his time in Charm City has already run its course, and injuries continue to be a big problem.
With a five-man wrecking crew like this, the Ravens should have wayyy more sacks than the abysmal 30 mark they posted last time out.
LB (4): Roquan Smith, Teddye Buchanan, Trenton Simpson, Jay Higgins IV
In all likelihood, the linebacker group will mostly be running it back this year. Although the Ravens lost Jake Hummel in free agency, he’s not really someone the team will miss. It also means that Jay Higgins IV is due for an influx of snaps, which fans will love.
There’s some excitement after a disappointing year here, too. Roquan Smith is due to bounce back, Teddye Buchanan is looking to build on an impressive year, and Trenton Simpson has made it sound like he can finally turn a page under Jesse Minter.
CB (7): Nate Wiggins, Marlon Humphrey, Chidobe Awuzie, T.J. Tampa, Chandler Rivers, Keyon Martin, Bilhal Kone
The cornerbacks should remain much of the same, with the only additions being Chandler Rivers and Bilhal Kone, while Robert Longerbeam never gets a real chance in this prediction. Those guys might be able to provide some juice; however, the potential rebound we may see from Nate Wiggins, Marlon Humphrey, and Chidobe Awuzie under better coaching guidance is the storyline here.
S (4): Kyle Hamilton, Malaki Starks, Jaylinn Hawkins, Keondre Jackson
This has the potential to be the best safety group in football, and there’s a real chance it’s not even close. Despite the shocking disrespect on the NFL Top 100, Kyle Hamilton is the best safety in the spot, Malaki Starks could blossom in year two, Jaylinn Hawkins was excellent in 2025, and Keondre Jackson has flashes where he’s a game-changer on special teams.
There’s no beating this unit.
ST (3): Tyler Loop, Ryan Eckley, Nick Moore
Finally, these will almost definitely be your three specialists. Ryan Eckley is the newcomer, and barring some shocking turn of events, he’ll be the one replacing All-Pro Jordan Stout.
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