Ravens Sign Hendrickson, Face Tough Rebuild

0:00On March 11th, the Baltimore Ravens have signed defensive end-tray Hendrickson to a four-year deal worth $112 million, averaging $28 million a year. This came right after their attempted trade for Max Crosby fell through when he failed a physical exam. Earlier this week, the move looked like a quick fix for the Ravens' past rush needs, but Hendrickson is three years older than Crosby and only played. Seven gains last season due to injury after stronger years before that. Browns fans and other AFC North teams see this as a win, since Hendrickson has had success against Cleveland but isn't at Crosby's superstar level. The division stays brutally competitive without Baltimore landing that elite talent. Meanwhile, the Ravens are dealing with heavy losses, including key players like Tyler Linderbaum, Dremond Jones, and others heading out the door. They've only added Hendrickson and one other, so far, with more free agents like Kyle Van Noy possibly leaving, plus a new head coach and for an office, facing trade skepticism.

1:01All this turmoil points to a tough rebuild ahead for Baltimore, handing rivals like the Browns a real edge in the North.