Ravens Give Jacoby Brissett Much-Needed Help in Last-Minute Falcons Trade
Baltimore adds a veteran offensive lineman in a last-minute trade with Atlanta as Jacoby Brissett takes over at quarterback.
The Baltimore Ravens secured a significant boost to their offensive line through a trade on the NFL's deadline day, acquiring Atlanta Falcons starting center Ryan Neuzil. The trade, which took place at 4 p.m. ET, saw the Ravens send fourth-year guard Andrew Vorhees and a future sixth-round draft pick to Atlanta. This move is crucial for the Ravens, who have struggled with inconsistency this season, with Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley both sidelined due to injuries.
The Ravens recently acquired quarterback Jacoby Brissett to strengthen their roster, prompting the need to enhance protection for their new starter. Neuzil, a 29-year-old offensive lineman, was an undrafted free agent with Atlanta in 2021 and became their starting center in 2025, starting all 17 games this season. PFF grades place him at 16th among qualified centers, with a pass-blocking grade of 66.3.
The trade, while not the first time the Ravens have targeted a starting center this season, follows their October acquisition of Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens from Philadelphia. Neuzil, who played as a guard before transitioning to center, could provide Baltimore with additional protection for Brissett, who is set to start against the Los Angeles Chargers in the upcoming Monday Night Football game on November 16.
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