The Baltimore Ravens are sitting comfortably at 6-2, leading the AFC North and sharing the best record in the entire AFC alongside the Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins.
Needless to say, the Ravens are feeling confident about their position after eight weeks of play.
What’s noteworthy is that their confidence was further reinforced when the NFL’s trade deadline passed on Tuesday at 4 p.m. (EST) with the Ravens opting to make no moves.
This decision to remain inactive in the trade market stood in contrast to teams like the Philadelphia Eagles (who boast the best record in the NFL at 7-1) and even their upcoming opponent, the Seattle Seahawks, who did make trade moves.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh expressed his satisfaction with the current roster, stating, ‘I love our guys. I think we have everything we need to be successful.’
However, it’s essential to note that the Ravens did explore potential deals before the trade deadline. According to an NFL source, they were considering bolstering their running back corps.
Despite their efforts, no deal materialized, leaving the Ravens to rely on their existing running backs, including Gus Edwards, Justice Hill, and Keaton Mitchell.
While some may have desired a blockbuster trade, a quiet trade deadline might actually be in the Ravens’ favor.
They are emerging as legitimate Super Bowl contenders with a roster that has been meticulously built through the NFL Draft, shrewd free agency decisions, and trade strategies.
The Ravens will take the field next against the 5-2 Seahawks on Sunday, who are coming off a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback victory over the Cleveland Browns. Kickoff at M&T Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. (EST).”
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