Ravens evaluate undrafted rookies for 53-man roster decisions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:16 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The Baltimore Ravens are considering several undrafted rookies as they prepare for roster selections ahead of the 2026 season. Ethan Burke, who had a standout performance in the preseason against the Minnesota Vikings, is emerging as a frontrunner to secure a spot as the fifth outside linebacker. Burke recorded two tackles, two pressures, a sack, a tackle for loss, a pass breakup, and a forced fumble in that game. The Ravens have a notable history of integrating undrafted players into their 53-man roster, having done so in 21 of the last 22 seasons. As training camp continues, the competition remains tight for those fringe roster spots, with the possibility of additional undrafted players making their case in the coming days.
- •Ethan Burke shines in preseason against Vikings
- •Burke is competing for fifth outside linebacker spot
- •Ravens have included UDFA players historically
- •Training camp progresses with intense roster competition
- •Last year's UDFAs Martin and Higgins aim to retain spots.
- 7:16 PMYahoo Sports — Ravens Reacts Survey: which undrafted rookie will make the 53-man roster?
"The Ravens have a history of finding undrafted diamonds in the rough. Will a UDFA make the 53-man roster again in 2026?
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