One thing remains constant around the Baltimore Ravens. Nothing ever stays the same. Every offseason brings change. Coaches earn promotions elsewhere. Front-office executives climb the NFL ladder. Players leave in free agency while new stars arrive to take their place. It's the price of sustained success. This offseason has been no different.
Former offensive coordinator Todd Monken is now the head coach of the Cleveland Browns. Mike Macdonald celebrated a Super Bowl championship with the Seattle Seahawks this past February, and former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh now leads the New York Giants.
The roster has evolved as well. FOX Sports recently ranked the 15 offseason additions expected to make the biggest impact around the league, and three current or former Ravens earned spots on the list.
Patrick Ricard checked in at No. 15. FOX Sports believes the longtime Ravens fullback will play a critical role in helping John Harbaugh establish the physical identity he wants in New York. Ricard's blocking ability has been one of Baltimore's offensive staples for years, and the expectation is that he'll create running lanes for quarterback Jaxson Dart, Cam Skattebo, and a revamped Giants backfield.
His departure certainly leaves a void in Baltimore's running game. It also speaks to the value Ricard continues to bring, even this late in his career.