The Baltimore Ravens are gearing up for the playoffs, and they are unquestionably contenders for the Super Bowl. In the Wild Card stage, they’ll face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on home turf. Starting the playoffs with a rivalry clash could be beneficial for Baltimore.
A victory might provide them with significant energy and momentum. However, rivalry games are notoriously challenging. Nevertheless, the Ravens have the potential to remain Super Bowl contenders in the coming years. To realize this potential, Baltimore must address certain areas for improvement in the upcoming offseason.
Regardless of their playoff performance this year, the front office is already exploring ways to enhance the roster. A notable opportunity may have arisen with Tyreek Hill’s potential departure from the Miami Dolphins following their Week 18 loss. Hill expressed his dissatisfaction by saying he was “out.”
“There are numerous aspects of my career I need to reconsider,” Hill stated. “I have to prioritize what’s best for me and my family, whether that means staying here or moving on. I’m ready to open new doors for myself. … I’m out, man.
It was great playing here, but ultimately, I need to consider what’s best for my career. I’m too competitive to just be another player out there.” With Hill possibly seeking a trade from the Dolphins, could the Ravens become involved?
This is precisely what Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports has suggested, identifying Baltimore as a potential trade partner for Hill this offseason. “While Zay Flowers is becoming a star and the Ravens heavily rely on the combined rushing prowess of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, it’s evident they wanted more help at wide receiver when they acquired Diontae Johnson at the trade deadline.
Hill would represent a much bolder move, but his speed would provide Jackson with the most formidable deep threat he’s ever had,” Benjamin wrote.
In the 2024 NFL season, Hill experienced a slight decline by his standards. Even so, he managed to catch 81 passes for 959 yards and six touchdowns. For many receivers, these would be impressive stats, but for Hill, they fell short of expectations.
Incorporating Hill into an already formidable offense led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry could elevate them to elite status. He might be the crucial addition that transforms the Ravens’ offense from very good to exceptional. While this is currently speculative, a trade involving Hill to Baltimore seems plausible. He could be a key figure to watch during the forthcoming offseason.