The Baltimore Ravens were expected to lose several key contributors and from their top-ranked defense of 2023. Through the initial wave of free agency, it came to pass as Pro Bowl inside linebacker Patrick Queen and AFC interceptions leader Geno Stone signed multi-year deals with division rivals, and cornerback Ronald Darby, who made seven starts in place of three-time Pro Bowler Marlon Humphrey, signed a two-year deal to stay in the conference.
On Thursday, they lost another player who was key to their domination on the defensive side of the ball when three-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney agreed to terms on a two-year deal with a max value of $24 million with the Carolina Panthers.