Ravens aim to replace Patrick Mekari with Teven Jenkins

The Baltimore Ravens are looking to strengthen their team after a strong 2024 season that ended in disappointment. They finished with a 12-5 record but were eliminated by the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round of the playoffs. This offseason, the Ravens have seen many players enter free agency. While they have re-signed key players like left tackle Ronnie Stanley and fullback Patrick Ricard, they lost guard Patrick Mekari to another team. To protect star quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Ravens might seek a veteran guard as a replacement. ESPN's Bill Barnwell recently suggested that free agent Teven Jenkins could be a great fit for the Ravens. Jenkins, who is 27, played college football at Oklahoma and was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2021. He started his career at tackle but later moved to guard, making 14 starts in the position last season. Pro Football Focus gave him high rankings, indicating strong performance in both run and pass blocking. With the Bears revamping their offensive line, Jenkins may not return to Chicago. The Ravens could benefit from bringing him in to fill Mekari's spot. Playing alongside seasoned players like Stanley could help Jenkins adjust and improve the offensive line, which is crucial for the team's success in 2025.