Ravens WR Rashod Bateman skips OTAs, coach cites personal matters
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:03 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Rashod Bateman was present during the first week of the Baltimore Ravens' OTAs but has since missed media sessions. Head coach Declan Doyle explained that Bateman is dealing with personal matters but has been participating in workouts previously. The absence raises questions given that the offseason program is voluntary. Doyle expressed confidence in Bateman's progress and anticipates his return for mandatory camp later this month as the Ravens implement a new offense.
- •Bateman attended the first week but missed recent media-open practices.
- •Coach Declan Doyle noted Bateman is managing personal issues.
- •Doyle described Bateman as an early morning worker and praised his effort.
- •The Ravens expect Bateman back for mandatory camp later this month.
- 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Contract-year pressure cooker: Rashod Bateman drops reps while two rookies circle
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Declan Doyle explains Rashod Bateman's absence from Ravens OTAs
"Rashod Bateman’s absence from OTAs isn’t cause for alarm just yet, but it does leave the Ravens a bit short on continuity in a position that quietly became more important this summer. According to offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, Bateman is handling some personal matters and hasn’t been around OTAs for a bit.
"Though attendance at this portion of OTAs is voluntary, Declan Doyle explained Rashod Bateman's absence anyway.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 10:03 PMContract-year pressure cooker: Rashod Bateman drops reps while two rookies circle
Rashod Bateman’s absence from OTAs isn’t cause for alarm just yet, but it does leave the Ravens a bit short on continuity in a position that quietly became more important this summer. According to offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, Bateman is handling some personal matters and hasn’t been around OTAs for a bit.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 4:02 AMDeclan Doyle explains Rashod Bateman's absence from Ravens OTAs
Though attendance at this portion of OTAs is voluntary, Declan Doyle explained Rashod Bateman's absence anyway.
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