The Baltimore Ravens saw a lot of their initial running back depth take a hit before the 2021 season even began, as both J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards suffered torn ACLs and missed the entirety of the year. Even though both have the potential to return at full strength in 2022, Baltimore is leaving no stone unturned as they continue to add depth at the position.
On Tuesday, it was first reported and later confirmed by the team itself that the Ravens signed veteran running back Mike Davis, who most recently played with the Atlanta Falcons. Davis was released by Atlanta shortly after the 2022 NFL draft had concluded.
We have signed RB Mike Davis to a one-year deal.
Welcome to Baltimore, @MikeDavisRB ❗️ pic.twitter.com/mzGSjQJqlf
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) May 10, 2022
Davis runs hard and can catch passes out of the backfield, adding another weapon for quarterback Lamar Jackson. The signing of the veteran gives the team another solid depth piece at the running back position, and ensures that Dobbins and Edwards don’t have to rush back from their respective injuries.
The 29-year-old has played for five teams in his career, rushing for 2,034 yards on 550 carries while having 14 touchdowns on the ground. He’s also caught 169 passes for 1,062 yards and four receiving scores.
