Overview
- The Ravens ended their kicking competition after Tyler Loop made 57- and 45-yard field goals in the season opener, with the 57-yarder a career long.
- Baltimore released veteran kicker Jake Moody from the practice squad after Loop’s performance, removing the short-term insurance the team had kept during preseason concerns.
- Loop entered the season under scrutiny following a missed 44-yard attempt in last year’s finale and a 5-for-8 preseason showing, which prompted the Ravens to add Moody as depth.
- The team used the freed practice-squad spot to sign wide receiver Gage Larvadain because Zay Flowers and Ja’Kobi Lane left the opener with injuries.
- The move signals current confidence from coach Jesse Minter in Loop while leaving the door open for future changes if his performance falters and the team needs experienced kicking depth.