We can officially tie a bow on the Baltimore Ravens' 2024 season. The season itself was quite a disappointment. Coming off an AFC Championship game appearance against the Kansas City Chiefs last year, Baltimore felt like a safe bet to be back and in the thick of a Super Bowl hunt.
Unfortunately, things don't always go as planned. As for the case with the Ravens, things surely didn't go as planned.
Baltimore lost a tough-to-watch Divisional Round game to the Buffalo Bills 27-25. The final score would suggest the game was much closer than what actually transpired, as three Raven turnovers and a dropped two-point conversion sealed their fate.
This was supposed to be the year until it wasn't. They have the quarterback, the running back, the defense, and the coach. Now, it's onto the offseason, where Baltimore has a few key players they'll have to make decisions on moving forward. This team took a step back this year and they can't afford to keep falling short.
Here are six Ravens who played their last snap in Purple and Black:
Six Ravens players who just played their last snap in Baltimore
Ben Cleveland, OG
Ben Cleveland has yet to find his footing in the NFL. Drafted 94th overall in 2021, he’s only managed seven starts for the Ravens and hasn’t even been a regular in the rotation. Despite the Ravens shuffling through guards this season, Cleveland was never the solution. The fact that John Harbaugh never felt confident enough to put him on the field speaks volumes. Still, as a former third-round pick, there’s a chance another team might take a shot on his potential.
Brandon Stephens, CB
Brandon Stephens was expected to be the Ravens' top perimeter corner this season, locking down the boundary and excelling in man coverage. After a breakout year, there was plenty of hype surrounding Stephens—but it didn’t pan out. Opposing offenses targeted him relentlessly, and he gave up big plays consistently, failing to show the promise he displayed last season. With Stephens hitting free agency and the Ravens investing in two young corners—Nate Wiggins and T.J. Tampa—in last year’s draft, it’s likely his time in Baltimore is over.
Malik Harrison, LB
Malik Harrison had a solid season, performing well enough to draw interest from linebacker-needy teams in free agency. However, the Ravens have plenty of depth at the position and don’t need to bring him back. With limited salary cap flexibility, general manager Eric DeCosta will look to maximize every dollar to strengthen the roster. It’s safe to say Harrison’s time in Baltimore has come to an end.
Mark Andrews, TE
Is this an overreaction to Andrews' terrible Divisional Round playoff game against the Bills? Maybe. He struggled, but there’s more to consider. Andrews is entering the final year of his contract, and cutting him would save the Ravens $14 million in cap space for 2025 while incurring just $2 million in dead money—a small price for a team tight on cap space. With Isaiah Likely ready to step up, Ravens fans might want to prepare for the possibility that Andrews won't be back next year.
Nelson Agholor, WR
The Ravens have a promising young group of receivers headlined by Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Tylan Wallace, and Devontez Walker. While Nelson Agholor has been a steady veteran presence, his days as a meaningful contributor are behind him. Baltimore would be better off letting him walk and exploring free agency for a veteran who can offer leadership and part-time production. With plenty of options available, it’s clear Agholor’s time in Baltimore is coming to an end.