Ravens have identified Eagles’ $45 million Pro Bowler as their “dream offseason trade” target.
Although general manager Eric DeCosta will need to keep a watch on the trade market for any major names that may become available, the Baltimore Ravens will undoubtedly be aggressive in free agency this summer. Haason Reddick, the standout pass-rusher for the Philadelphia Eagles, is one of those names that might be traded this offseason.
According to Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report, in his piece “Dream Offseason Trade Scenario for Every NFL Team,” the defensive end Reddick would be a prime candidate for a trade to the Ravens.
“The Baltimore Ravens had the best scoring defense in the NFL in 2023, but quite a few changes are likely,” Knox wrote.
The Ravens’ 23 available free agents this offseason and the limited financial room they have to deal with are major factors in many of the moves.
Defense captains Patrick Queen, Jadeveon Clowney, and Geno Stone are expected to enter free agency, and they lost defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald when he accepted a head coaching position with the Seattle Seahawks, Knox noted.
Furthermore, with DT Justin Madubuike possibly leaving this season, their defensive line could suffer a major blow. “Clowney, Kyle Van Noy, and Brent Urban all set to be free agents,” Knox adds.
Reddick made the All-Pro Second Team twice, is a two-time Pro Bowler, and placed fourth in the 2022 Defensive Player of the Year vote. Teams will grab hold of the chance to acquire a player of his caliber when it presents itself.
In his brief career, the standout linebacker has forced 16 fumbles, 58.0 sacks, and 99 quarterback hits.
The majority of the Ravens’ league-leading sack defense from 2023 may need to be replaced. “Fortunately, a top-tier sack artist just might be available,” Knox wrote.
Haason Reddick’s Availability Presents a Perplexing Predicament
Knox used the word “might” since it’s possible that Reddick’s availability is now unclear.
“All-Pro edge rusher Haason Reddick has received permission to seek a trade following another disruptive season featuring double digit sacks,” NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport wrote on Sunday, February 11, ahead of the Super Bowl.
