The Baltimore Ravens and wide receiver Rashod Bateman have agreed on a new deal worth up to $36.75 million, with $20 million guaranteed at signing. When Bateman’s current deal expires, this contract will take effect from 2027 to 2029. Based on the annual average salary, this currently slots Bateman in as the 28th highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL, though that will change by the time the new contract begins. The value is comparable to that of Darnell Mooney, Darius Slayton, and Khalil Shakir’s contracts.

The former Minnesota Golden Gopher has dealt with multiple injuries since entering the league, particularly in 2021 and 2022, including missing the first five games of his rookie season. Since recovering, he’s showcased his big-play ability and seemed to break out last season. Bateman averaged 16.8 yards per reception in 2024, the third-highest in the league among qualifying receivers. He also tacked on nine receiving touchdowns.

On a run-heavy Baltimore Ravens offense headlined by quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry, Bateman is more of a role player. He hasn’t amassed 72 targets or 46 receptions in a single season, and that’s unlikely to change. It appears he will be stuck behind Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews, while competing with Isaiah Likely for opportunities again this season. Still, Bateman provides value as a deep threat and endzone target for Jackson, the Ravens’ two-time NFL MVP.

Author: Trey Kroll (@TreyK_FB on Twitter/X)