Overview

• Ar’Darius Washington tore his Achilles during offseason conditioning and is expected to miss most or all of the 2025 NFL season.
• Washington, who signed a $3.263 million restricted free agent tender in April, was coming off a breakout 2024 season with career highs in tackles, interceptions, and pass defenses.
• The injury significantly impacts the Ravens’ safety depth, elevating first-round rookie Malaki Starks to a starting role alongside Kyle Hamilton.
• Washington’s absence disrupts a defensive strategy that relied on his versatility and playmaking to stabilize a previously struggling secondary.
• Baltimore may explore veteran free-agent safeties to address the depth issue, with options like Justin Simmons and Chuck Clark reportedly available.