Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell plans to return for a 16th NFL season, he announced Sunday, ending speculation that he might retire one sack short of his career goal of 100.
“I’m coming back, baby,” Campbell said at the end of a guest stint on NFL Network’s Super Bowl coverage.
The 36-year-old was again one of the Ravens’ most consistent defenders in 2022, finishing with 36 tackles, 5 1/2 sacks and 14 quarterback hits in 14 games. He’s under contract for 2023 but would cost $9.44 million against the cap, meaning the Ravens might look to restructure his deal as they try to make room to pay quarterback Lamar Jackson. If they cut Campbell, they would save $7 million, but he’s one of their most respected players and would still project as a key starter on the defensive line if he’s on the roster next season.
