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Ravens Sign Second-Rounder Zion Young, Finalizing 2026 Draft Class

The move signals a push to fix a lagging pass rush under new coach Jesse Minter.

Overview

  • The Ravens announced they signed second-round edge rusher Zion Young, completing all 11 rookie contracts for 2026.
  • Baltimore drafted Young 45th overall from Missouri after two seasons at Michigan State.
  • He produced 42 tackles, 16.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks for the Tigers in 2025 and earned first-team All-SEC honors.
  • The signing supports a broader effort to boost a pass rush that finished with 30 sacks last season and ranked 28th in pass-rush win rate.
  • Young will vie for snaps opposite new All-Pro addition Trey Hendrickson, competing with Tavius Robinson and 2025 second-rounder Mike Green through the offseason program.