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Ravens Weigh Justin Tucker's Future as Rookie Kicker Joins Competition

Coach John Harbaugh emphasizes football performance as the deciding factor while Tucker faces an NFL investigation and career-low accuracy.

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Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker sits on the bench late in the fourth quarter against the Eagles. The Eagles defeated the Ravens 24-19 at M&T Bank Stadium. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)
Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker observes during practice drills in Owings Mills, Maryland. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)

Overview

  • Justin Tucker, the NFL’s most accurate kicker, remains under investigation for sexual misconduct allegations involving 16 massage therapists, with no resolution yet announced.
  • The Ravens drafted Tyler Loop in the sixth round, marking the first time in team history they have selected a kicker, signaling preparation for potential changes at the position.
  • Tucker, coming off a career-worst 73% field-goal conversion rate, continues to train with the team but faces uncertainty regarding his roster spot.
  • Coach John Harbaugh stated that the decision on the kicker role will be based solely on football performance and salary cap considerations, not the ongoing investigation.
  • A post-June 1 release of Tucker could save the Ravens $4.2 million in salary cap space, adding financial implications to the decision-making process.