Vega Ioane shines for Ravens in rookie season with zero sacks allowed
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
Ravens rookie Vega Ioane has begun his NFL career impressively, allowing no sacks in 163 pass-blocking snaps through five games. He has posted a 4.9% pressure rate, the lowest among qualifying rookies. After starting at right guard, Ioane moved to center due to team injuries and has continued to perform well. His versatility provides options for the Ravens as they navigate the offensive line. Ioane's future position will depend on the health of veteran Cam Jurgens, currently in concussion protocol.
- •Ioane has allowed 0 sacks in 163 pass-blocking snaps.
- •He has the lowest pressure rate among NFL rookies at 4.9%.
- •Ioane has played both right guard and center this season.
- •Team assessment of Ioane's role will depend on Jurgens' health.
- •Ravens face the AFC North matchup in Cleveland next.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Vega Ioane's dominant start has put Ravens rookie on a Pro Bowl trajectory
"Vega Ioane has allowed no sacks in 163 pass-blocking snaps, posting the lowest pressure rate among qualifying NFL rookies at 4.9%
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