The extension continues the organization’s trend of prioritizing deals with its own players. The Ravens signed running back Derrick Henry to a two-year, $30 million extension last month. They’re working on potential extensions with many other players, including quarterback Lamar Jackson, center Tyler Linderbaum and safety Kyle Hamilton.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that the Baltimore Ravens permitted Rashod Bateman to seek a trade before signing the wide receiver to a new three-year, $36 million contract extension.

This contract extension was less of a surprise to Rashod Bateman. The Baltimore Ravens gave out another deal to a key offensive player on Thursday, signing Bateman through 2029. The three-year, $36.75 million extension includes $20 million in guarantees,