The Tennessee Titans' decision to release safety Jamal Adams could be a golden opportunity for the Baltimore Ravens to shore up their struggling secondary.
With the team giving up 275.7 passing yards per game (the second-worst in the league, trailing only the 1-5 Jacksonville Jaguars) the Ravens desperately need reinforcements on the back end of their defense.
Adams, now a free agent, represents a low-risk, high-reward option that could help Baltimore solve its coverage issues without sacrificing any assets.
One of the biggest perks? The Ravens wouldn’t have to give up any draft capital or players in a trade since Adams is now on the open market. This is crucial for a team that’s not only tight against the salary cap but is also balancing potential trade talks for other players to boost the secondary.
Tennessee Titans cut Jamal Adams making him prime low-risk/high-reward acquisition for the Baltimore Ravens
Acquiring a player of Adams’ caliber for free, rather than through a trade, gives the front office flexibility to address other needs down the road.
While Adams might not be the All-Pro safety he once was, he still plays with a toughness and physicality that fits seamlessly with the Ravens' defensive identity. Baltimore has always prided itself on having a fast, hard-hitting defense, and Adams checks both of those boxes.
Titans are honoring the request of former Pro-Bowl safety Jamal Adams for his release, per source. Adams is healthy and looking forward to his next opportunity.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 17, 2024
Adams’ agents Kevin Conner and Robert Brown of @UniSportsMgmt confirmed his release. pic.twitter.com/ENdPcebVpG
Whether it’s his ability to cover tight ends, blitz off the edge, or come downhill to make stops in the run game, he plays Ravens-style football.
Baltimore could benefit from Adams’ versatility as well. He’s known for being able to line up all over the field, from deep safety to in-the-box linebacker, which would give defensive coordinator Zach Orr the flexibility to get creative with his schemes.
And while Adams may not return to his dominant form, he’s still more than capable of being a reliable depth piece, a veteran presence, and a potential difference-maker. Given the injury woes and lack of production Baltimore has dealt with in the secondary, it's an interesting thought.
Most importantly, Adams is healthy and motivated to prove he still has plenty of football left in him. For the Ravens, who are on the hunt for secondary help and aiming to make a deep playoff run, signing Adams could be the ideal low-risk move with significant upside.
He’s a player who embodies what Baltimore football is all about and could bring much-needed stability to a shaky unit.