Mon Mar 10 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Ravens Lock Down Left Tackle Ronnie Stanley with $60 Million Deal
**OWINGS MILLS, MD** – The Baltimore Ravens have secured the services of their star left tackle, Ronnie Stanley, signing him to a three-year, $60 million contract. The deal, announced Saturday, averts a potential bidding war and keeps quarterback Lamar Jackson’s blind side protected for the foreseeable future.
The contract, which averages $20 million per year, ties Stanley for eighth among the highest-paid left tackles in the league. The agreement comes just two days before the start of the NFL’s free agency negotiation period, preventing what was expected to be significant interest from other teams.
The signing is a major victory for the Ravens, who now retain four of their five starting offensive linemen from last season’s top-ranked offense. Only left guard Patrick Mekari, an unrestricted free agent, remains unsigned from that unit.
General Manager Eric DeCosta and Head Coach John Harbaugh expressed confidence in re-signing Stanley at the recent NFL Scouting Combine. Stanley himself had previously voiced his desire to remain in Baltimore, citing his appreciation for playing alongside quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back J.K. Dobbins.
Stanley, a two-time Pro Bowler, enjoyed a strong bounce-back season in 2022 after overcoming a career-threatening ankle injury in 2020. He played every game for the first time in his career, ranking 12th in the league in pass block win rate (92.5%). This followed a 50% pay cut last offseason, a sacrifice he made to stay with the team.
Despite his recent success, durability remains a concern for the 30-year-old Stanley, who has missed 36 games over the past five seasons due to ankle, shoulder, and knee injuries. However, his performance in 2022, along with his strong leadership, convinced the Ravens to invest in his long-term future. The Ravens are betting on Stanley’s ability to build on his 2022 performance and continue to solidify their offensive line.
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