NFLOct 10
Ravens Finalize Jurgens Acquisition With Early Physical
Baltimore completed the center's move from Philadelphia after doctors cleared him ahead of the swap involving multiple future picks.
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Physical Clears Path
The Ravens arranged for two doctors to examine Cam Jurgens at the Eagles facility before any agreement was reached. Jurgens, who remains in concussion protocol after back surgery in 2025, passed the evaluation in a quiet session that allowed the sides to move forward without the usual post-trade medical step.
Compensation and Process
Baltimore received Jurgens along with a 2027 seventh-round pick in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. Unlike most trades, the deal was not left pending a physical because the examination had already occurred and satisfied the Ravens, making the transaction official upon announcement.
Contrast With Prior Deal
The approach differed from the earlier attempt to acquire Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, which collapsed after the player failed his physical following initial agreement on two first-round picks. The Jurgens situation drew notice across the league and could lead other clubs to request pre-finalization exams in future talks.
Debut Timeline
Jurgens will not appear in Baltimore's Sunday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. His first game with the team is instead expected the following week on the road against Cleveland.
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