Following a two-game winning streak, the Baltimore Ravens are again active during the trade deadline as they aim for continued success. On Monday night, they acquired veteran pass rusher Dre’Mont Jones from the Tennessee Titans, who are currently struggling with a 1-8 record and are thus expected to sell off players.
The 28-year-old Jones is having the best season of his career thus far. In nine games, the seven-year vet has amassed 4.5 sacks, 26 tackles, and one fumble recovery. Although he may not be a superstar, Jones has consistently proven himself as a reliable force on the field, recording at least four sacks each year since 2020.
This marks Jones’s third team in three seasons. Previously, he spent four years with the Denver Broncos, followed by two seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, before signing a one-year deal with the Titans this offseason.
Trade Details
- Ravens Get: OLB Dre’Mont Jones
- Titans Get: 2026 conditional fifth-round pick (which could convert to a fourth-round pick)
Analysis of the Ravens
With their pass rush lagging behind with only 11 sacks over eight games, acquiring Jones was a pressing need for the Ravens. What’s more, they managed to secure a player in the midst of a potentially career-best year without sacrificing a high draft pick — a strategic win for the team.
In comparison, the Philadelphia Eagles gave up a third-round pick for a Dolphins pass rusher, which underscores the value of the trade from Baltimore’s perspective. The Ravens are positioned not to concede this season, holding a record of 3-5, which still places them second in the AFC North with several games against divisional rivals left.
While the trade for Jones has almost no downsides, the Ravens did part with a conditional pick that could escalate to a fourth round, highlighting the intrinsic value of draft capital. Jones’s performance will be critical in determining the long-term success of this move.
Analysis of the Titans
This trade reflects the Tennessee Titans’ ongoing rebuilding efforts. Although it is not a catastrophic trade, one has to wonder if they could have extracted more value for an established pass rusher during the deadline.
Nevertheless, the Titans believed the Ravens’ offer to be the most beneficial. By opting to make a deal now instead of risking a possible price increase, they succeeded in trading a veteran for draft picks meant for future development.
As a larger trend, sending Jones away signifies a pivotal shift in the Titans’ strategy, particularly after an exceptionally disappointing season that saw them part ways with several key figures, Jones included.
