Baltimore Ravens’ roster comparison: 2023 vs. 2024 defense
The Baltimore Ravens unveiled their 53-man roster for the 2024 NFL regular season. Baltimore has 25 players on offense, 25 on defense, and three specialists to round out a juggernaut of a roster on both sides of the football.
GM Eric DeCosta made some tough decisions on defense, letting Patrick Queen walk in free agency while ushering in the Trenton Simpson era. In the secondary, Baltimore added Nate Wiggins, Adisa Isaac, and T.J. Tampa to a defense full of dynamic talent.
With the team preparing for the NFL opening kickoff matchup against the Chiefs, we’re comparing the Ravens’ 2023 roster to the updated version in 2024.
DL
Aug 17, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Travis Jones (98) tackles DAtlanta Falcons running back Carlos Washington Jr. (28) behind the line of scrimmage during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
2023: Michael Pierce, Justin Madubuike, Broderick Washington, Travis Jones
2024: Michael Pierce, Justin Madubuike, Broderick Washington, Travis Jones, Brent Urban
Baltimore is running it back with one of the top defensive line units in the NFL. Justin Madubuike has developed into one of the top defensive tackles in the NFL.
Edge Rusher
Nov 5, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) celebrates after making a defensive play against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports
2023: Odafe Oweh, David Ojabo, Jadeveon Clowney, Tavius Robinson, Malik Hamm
2024: David Ojabo, Odafe Oweh, Kyle Van Noy, Adisa Isaac, Tavius Robinson
Jadeveon Clowney and his 9+ sacks departed to Carolina. Baltimore drafted former Penn State pass rusher Adisa Isaac in the third round, and Tavius Robinson is looking to take the next step.
LB
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – AUGUST 24: Samori Toure #83 of the Green Bay Packers makes a catch against Trenton Simpson #23 of the Baltimore Ravens in the first half during a preseason game at Lambeau Field on August 24, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
2023: Roquan Smith, Patrick Queen, Malik Harrison, Trenton Simpson, Del’Shawn Phillips
2024: Roquan Smith, Trenton Simpson, Malik Harrison, Chris Board
Patrick Queen took his talents to Pittsburgh, and Trenton Simpson will step into the weak-side linebacker role. Malik Harrison returns, while Chris Board was re-signed after one season with New England.
CB
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – AUGUST 24: Nate Wiggins #2 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts to a play during a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on August 24, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Ravens 30-7. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
2023: Marlon Humphrey, Rock Ya-Sin, Ronald Darby, Brandon Stephens, Jalyn Armour-Davis, Arthur Maulet, Damarion “Pepe” Williams
2024: Nate Wiggins, Jalyn Armour-Davis, Brandon Stephens, T.J. Tampa, Marlon Humphrey
Wiggins and T.J. Tampa were added via the draft, and they’ll add speed and athleticism to an already deep group.
Safety
LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 15: Kyle Hamilton of Baltimore Ravens looks on during the NFL match between Baltimore Ravens and Tennessee Titans at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Vincent Mignott/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)
2023: Marcus Williams, Kyle Hamilton, Geno Stone, Ar’Darius Washington
2024: Marcus Williams, Kyle Hamilton, Ar’Darius Washington, Beau Brade, Eddie Jackson, Sanoussi Kane
Baltimore kept six safeties on the roster, including two rookies. Eddie Jackson was a late summer addition that allows Kyle Hamilton to be even more dynamic.
