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Brissett Trade Brings Hope to Struggling Ravens
Baltimore adds veteran quarterback but faces ongoing offensive issues
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Trade finalized for experienced signal-caller
The Ravens completed a deal with the Cardinals that sent a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 seventh-rounder to acquire Jacoby Brissett along with a 2027 fourth-round selection. Baltimore views the addition as a starting-caliber option with a history of completing over 60 percent of passes and leading middle-of-the-road offenses. The move comes as the team sits at 4-5 and tries to stabilize the position while an injured starter remains sidelined.
Scoring drought sets unwanted records
Baltimore has failed to reach 15 points in four consecutive games, a franchise mark for offensive futility. The unit has shown discipline problems, poor blocking and an inability to sustain drives. Over the first four games the team averaged 29 points, but that figure has dropped to 14.6 across the past five contests. Running back and receiver production has also declined sharply without the usual starting quarterback.
False starts and protection woes mount
The Ravens lead the league with 24 false-start penalties, already exceeding the 19 they recorded over the entire previous season. The team has allowed a 36 percent pressure rate and Brissett has been sacked 62 times since the start of the prior campaign. Three different centers and quarterbacks have started this year, contributing to the pre-snap issues.
Tough stretch ahead for new starter
Brissett will face the Chargers, Panthers and Texans in his first three outings, all clubs ranked in the bottom half of the league in points allowed. The offensive line must improve quickly to give him time, and the group acknowledges it must raise its standard after recent breakdowns. The arrival brings measured optimism but also recognition that multiple fixes are required beyond the quarterback position.
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