The Baltimore Ravens won’t be able to count on Isaiah Likely for a while. Following his injury, the front office has decided to bring in a tight end to cover his absence and support Lamar Jackson during the 2025 NFL season.
Entering the upcoming campaign, the Ravens are regarded as a top contender in the AFC. Last year, they fell short of expectations, but it seems like they have what it takes to finally achieve the success they’ve long been chasing.
Lamar Jackson is widely regarded as the cornerstone of this team. However, he recently lost Isaiah Likely to a significant injury—an unfortunate blow to both his offense and his hopes for the season.
Ravens agree to terms with former Bengals, Steelers tight end due to Isaiah Likely’s injury
A few days ago, the Ravens received troubling news about their offense. Isaiah Likely suffered a broken bone in his foot, which required surgery to repair.
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The procedure will sideline him for six to eight weeks, potentially causing him to miss the start of the season. It’s a key loss for Lamar Jackson, but the front office has already taken steps to address it.
On Saturday morning, the Ravens agreed to terms with Scotty Washington, per CBS Sports. The tight end spent the last two seasons on the team’s practice squad but didn’t make the final 53-man roster in either year.
Washington was previously with the Bengals and Steelers but never played in a regular-season game for either team. His only NFL appearance came in 2022 with the Patriots, where he played 22 snaps in one game.
Isaiah Likely, tight end for the Ravens
His signing isn’t intended to replace Likely, but rather to add depth at the position. Mark Andrews is expected to be the starter, though he has also dealt with health issues recently, and the team wants to be prepared for any scenario.
Tough start to the 2025 NFL season for the Ravens
While the Ravens enter the 2025 campaign as strong contenders, they face a tough test in Week 1. They’ll kick off their season against the Buffalo Bills—a matchup that could end up being a playoff preview.
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Likely’s absence will be especially noticeable in this game. While Andrews remains one of the league’s elite tight ends, the Ravens have been grooming Likely—originally a fourth-round pick in 2022—as a potential long-term replacement. He’s already shown flashes of brilliance, and his absence will certainly be felt.
