Madubuike's Return: Ravens' Defense Boosted

0:00On April 21st, Raven's defensive tackle and Namdi Madabwike looks set to hit the field this season after a scary neck injury last year. He got hurt in week 2, sparking real fears it might end his career. But last week's surgery changed the game. Doctors now expect a full return, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. Building on that, the Ravens had growing optimism last month about his comeback. The surgery went smooth, easing those early doubts from the brutal hit that sidelined him for months. When he's right, Madabwikes have beast inside, one of the NFL's top pass rushers from the tackle spot. Fans and coaches know his value, especially with the massive contract he's on. He's got two years left on a 4-year 98-million-dollar deal, including a fully guaranteed 22-million base salary in 20, 26 and a 30-million cap hit. That's serious skin in the game for Baltimore. The team pour that cash into him for a reason, and with his prognosis, they should see him contributing soon, bolstering that fierce defense just.

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