NFL News: Lamar Jackson, Ravens lose weapon to Sam Darnold's Seahawks ahead of 2025 season

The Baltimore Ravens have serious intentions of becoming strong contenders in the upcoming NFL season, and to achieve that goal, building a competitive roster is crucial. Unfortunately for Lamar Jackson, he knows he’ll be without another weapon who is joining the Seattle Seahawks of Sam Darnold in the NFC West.

The latest news reports Steven Sims’ arrival to Mike Macdonald’s team, as he departs the Ravens after a season playing alongside Jackson. The former Kansas Jayhawks player has signed a one-year contract.

The recent update was reported by journalist Aaron Wilson, who, through his official X (formerly Twitter) account, provided more details on the wide receiver’s arrival to the Seahawks.

“And now #Seahawks have signed Steven Sims Jr., to one-year deal @KPRC2 reuniting with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak his receivers coach @KU_Football,” Wilson reported via @AaronWilson_NFL.

Steven Sims #18 of the Baltimore Ravens runs the ball against the Houston Texans during the first half at NRG Stadium on December 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Sims’ arrival in Seattle marks his sixth team since entering the NFL. He previously played for the Washington Redskins, Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, Houston Texans, and the aforementioned Ravens.

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A new defensive addition for the Ravens

John Harbaugh is slowly beginning to shape his roster to tackle the upcoming season in the best way possible, and to do so, he has agreed to bring in a talented cornerback to help bolster his defense.

Chidobe Awuzie, most recently with the Tennessee Titans, has agreed to join the Ravens for the upcoming season. He will team up with Jackson, with the primary goal of strengthening a key department in the team’s structure.

“We have agreed to terms with CB Chidobe Awuzie on a one-year contract!,” the team reported via @Ravens, without providing further details.