Trending Now - Trey Hendrickson Joins Ravens to Strengthen Defense

WHO:

Trey Hendrickson, defensive end

Jesse Minter, Baltimore Ravens coach

Eric DeCosta, Baltimore Ravens general manager

Baltimore Ravens, Las Vegas Raiders, Cincinnati Bengals

WHAT:

Hendrickson signed a four-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens worth $112 million, including $60 million guaranteed.

Hendrickson is second in the NFL in fourth-quarter sacks since 2021 with 26.5.

Hendrickson's 61 sacks since 2021 rank fourth in the NFL.

The Ravens have blown an NFL-worst 16 leads in the final five minutes of games over the past five seasons.

Hendrickson had three sacks in four playoff games during the Bengals' AFC Championship run in the 2021 season.

Hendrickson reached at least 13.5 sacks in four of the past six seasons.

WHERE:

Under Armour Performance Center, Owings Mills, Maryland

WHEN:

Hendrickson's introductory news conference was held on March 13th, 2026.

Hendrickson signed his contract on March 12th, 2026.

WHY:

The Ravens signed Hendrickson to improve their pass rush and close out games after previous failures.

Hendrickson sought a long-term contract for security for his family after an impasse with the Bengals.

HOW:

The Ravens pursued Hendrickson after a trade for Maxx Crosby fell through due to medical concerns during Crosby's physical.

Hendrickson expressed motivation to perform well in the fourth quarter and emphasized the importance of winning games.

(UPDATED March 13, 2026 19:16 UTC)

Today, the Baltimore Ravens announced the signing of defensive end Trey Hendrickson to a four-year contract worth $112 million, which includes $60 million guaranteed. Hendrickson, who ranks second in the NFL with 26.5 fourth-quarter sacks since 2021, joins the Ravens in hopes of bolstering their pass rush and addressing their struggles in closing out games. His introductory news conference took place today at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Maryland, following his contract signing yesterday.