Throughout free agency, the Baltimore Ravens lost players along their offensive line, making the position appear threadbare. But with the addition of OL Josh Jones on Thursday, March 21, general manager Eric DeCosta started to allay the worries.
“The #Ravens have signed former #AZCardinals OT Josh Jones, adding some OT depth,” tweets NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
Jones signs a one-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans, which will allow him time to regain his reputation.
The Ravens had lost three of their five starting linemen after guard Kevin Zeitler was traded to the Detroit Lions, guard John Simpson was acquired by the New York Jets, and offensive tackle Morgan Moses was acquired by the Jets.
Of the opening lineup, just center Tyler Linderbaum and overtime player Ronnie Stanley were left. “The Vault: A Daily Ravens Podcast” co-host Sarah Ellison wrote on her account, “He has played at both tackle positions and RG.” brings experience and variety, and he’s about to enter his prime. A depth player who permits the Ravens to continue strengthening their offensive line through the draft.
DeCosta now has some leeway to avoid feeling pressed for the duration of his free agency or when the draft comes around thanks to the agreement.
