Ravens staff discusses favorite almost-signings in team history

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Ravens staff discusses favorite almost-signings in team history
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The Baltimore Beatdown staff has shared their thoughts on nearly concluded signings in Ravens history. Among them are Bobby Wagner, who almost joined in 2022, and Darius Slay, a potential fit for the secondary. Za'Darius Smith was poised to return but opted for Minnesota in a deal that later fell through. Other mentions included Ryan Grant, whose failed physical led to the team signing a more proven receiver. The discussion is ongoing as fans contribute to a bracket narrowing down the franchise's biggest near-acquisitions.

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  • •Bobby Wagner was nearly signed by the Ravens in 2022.
  • •Darius Slay was viewed as a strong fit for the Baltimore secondary.
  • •Za'Darius Smith backed out of a deal, opting for Minnesota instead.
  • •Ryan Grant's failed physical led to alternatives like Michael Crabtree.
  • •A fan-driven bracket is underway to find the biggest almost-signing.
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Baltimore Beatdown’s staff offers their favorite almost-signing in Ravens franchise history.

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