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15 biggest salary cap hits for the Ravens in 2024 after first wave of NFL free agency

Change is always good for the soul, and after a stunning loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC title game, Baltimore has undergone a dramatic reconstruction that could pay off with championship dividends.

Changes hit the defensive coaching staff as Mike Macdonald accepted the Seahawks head coaching job, Anthony Weaver became the defensive coordinator in Miami, and Zach Orr was promoted from inside linebackers coach to defensive coordinator.

Baltimore signed Justin Madubuike, one of the league’s best defensive linemen, to an extension. After inking Madubuike to a deal, Baltimore landed Derrick Henry for two years and $16 million.

However, the Ravens suffered significant free-agent losses. Patrick Queen (Steelers), Geno Stone (Bengals), and Gus Edwards (Chargers) were among eight free agents to sign elsewhere. Baltimore also traded Morgan Moses to the Jets and released Tyus Bowser in a cost-cutting move.

With the second wave of free agency heating up and updated signings of cornerback Ka’Dar Hollman, linebacker Chris Board, and offensive guard Josh Jones, we’re releasing the 15 most significant salary cap hits according to Over The Cap.

QB Lamar Jackson

Jan 28, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) runs with the ball during the first quarter in the AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $32,400,000

CB Marlon Humphrey

Sep 18, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Trent Sheffield (14) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) and safety Marcus Williams (32) in the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $22,877,800

DB Marcus Williams

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 02: Marcus Williams #32 and Marlon Humphrey #44 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrate after Humphrey made an interception in the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $18,723,000

OL Ronnie Stanley

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 05: Gus Edwards #35 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates a touchdown with Ronnie Stanley #79 during the second quarter in the game against the Seattle Seahawks at M&T Bank Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $17,050,603

TE Mark Andrews

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 28: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts during the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $16,907,611

LB Roquan Smith

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 28: Roquan Smith #0 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts during the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $13,500,000

DT Justin Madubuike

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 22: Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions loses the ball as he is sacked by Justin Madubuike #92 of the Baltimore Ravens in the first quarter of the game at M&T Bank Stadium on October 22, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $11,000,000

OL Patrick Mekari

Baltimore Ravens guard Patrick Mekari (65) pictured during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.)

2024 cap hit: $6,350,000

K Justin Tucker

Jan 28, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens place kicker Justin Tucker (9) warms up prior to the AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $5,800,000

FB Patrick Ricard

Oct 1, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard (42) runs after a catch in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $5,155,000

RB Derrick Henry

Feb 4, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; AFC running back Derrick Henry (22) of the Tennessee Titans before the 2024 Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $5,105,000

DE Broderick Washington

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 06: Broderick Washington #96 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates after recovering a fumble in the second quarter of a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on January 06, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

2024 cap hit: $4,540,000

DB Kyle Hamilton

Dec 25, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14) intercepts a pass against the San Francisco 49ers in the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $4,433,206

DT Michael Pierce

Jan 20, 2024; Baltimore, MD, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws a pass against Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce (58) during the first quarter of a 2024 AFC divisional round game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports

2024 cap hit: $4,072,000

WR Rashod Bateman

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) works out before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

2024 cap hit: $4,008,905

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