Eric DeCosta expects bounce-back season from Marlon Humphrey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta stated his expectation for cornerback Marlon Humphrey to rebound this season after falling short of expectations last year. Humphrey enters the final season of the five-year, $97 million contract extension he signed in 2020. Despite a cap hit exceeding $26 million, the franchise retained the veteran corner rather than releasing him for salary cap savings. DeCosta described Humphrey as a leader and a multi-time All-Pro who remains a vital component of the team defense. The organization views veteran cornerbacks with high-level experience as difficult to replace. A successful campaign during this contract year could position Humphrey for a new deal in 2027.
- •Marlon Humphrey enters the final season of a five-year, $97 million contract.
- •Eric DeCosta expects a rebound from Humphrey after his 2025 performance.
- •The cornerback carries a salary cap hit of more than $26 million this year.
- •The Ravens chose to retain the veteran instead of cutting him to save cap space.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Eric DeCosta: Marlon Humphrey didn't have a great year last year, will have one this year
"Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta is expecting a bounce-back year from cornerback Marlon Humphrey.
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