Baltimore Ravens announce their 2025 training camp schedule. See Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry begin their 'vengeance tour' starting July 23 amid roster news.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The countdown to Baltimore Ravens football is officially on. The team announced its 2025 training camp schedule on Thursday, firing up a fanbase eager for redemption after last season's bitter playoff exit. With 16 free open practices and a special stadium event on the docket, the road back to the postseason begins July 23. But as the excitement builds, the Ravens are grappling with a season-ending injury to a key defender and significant uncertainty along both the offensive and defensive lines.
I just control what I can control. I try to show up every day and do what I can do. Whatever that leads to that is really out of my hands ultimately.
Mark your calendars, Ravens Flock. The team will open the gates to the Under Armour Performance Center for 16 practices, starting with the first full-team session on July 23. Highlights include joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, providing an early test for the squad, and a massive stadium practice downtown. Fans can begin reserving free parking passes on July 9, with tickets for the stadium event becoming available on July 16. It's the first chance for the public to see new faces like Derrick Henry and Jaire Alexander in purple and black.
This isn't just another training camp; quarterback Lamar Jackson has already dubbed it the start of a 'vengeance' tour. The sting of the divisional-round loss to the Bills is fueling a roster that looks formidable on paper. The offense gets a boost with the return of a healthy Zay Flowers and the thunderous presence of Derrick Henry, whose impact was already being felt in minicamp. Defensively, the arrival of star cornerback Jaire Alexander and first-round safety Malaki Starks adds serious firepower to a unit led by the indomitable Roquan Smith.
The team was dealt a significant blow before camp even began, as safety Ar'Darius Washington will miss the entire 2025 season after tearing his Achilles in May. Washington was a breakout player in 2024, and his versatility will be missed. However, the front office's decision to draft Georgia's Malaki Starks in the first round now looks prescient. Starks, a First-Team All-American, will be thrust into a crucial role immediately, learning alongside Pro Bowler Kyle Hamilton. His development will be one of the most critical storylines to watch this summer.
Beyond the headlines, the Ravens' season may be decided in the trenches. The offensive line is in transition after losing starters Patrick Mekari and Josh Jones, with Andrew Vorhees and Ben Cleveland battling for a guard spot. The situation is complicated by a shoulder injury to third-round tackle Emery Jones Jr., who will miss the start of camp. On the defensive side, the retirements of Michael Pierce and the departure of Brent Urban leave a void in the middle. While Tyler Linderbaum, Nnamdi Madubuike, and Travis Jones provide a formidable core, the depth on both lines will be tested early and often. This environment of uncertainty creates opportunities, sparking intense position battles like the one at inside linebacker between veteran Trenton Simpson and rookie Teddye Buchanan.
The path is set and the storylines are clear. While the star power of Jackson, Henry, and a revamped defense fuels Super Bowl aspirations, the Ravens' ultimate success hinges on answering the tough questions. Can the new-look offensive line protect its MVP quarterback? Will rookies like Malaki Starks and Teddye Buchanan rise to the occasion? The quest for vengeance officially kicks off on July 23, and Baltimore will be watching to see if this team has the grit to match its talent.
