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Ravens Draft Ioane, Sign Hendrickson as Trades Falter

4/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens drafted guard Olaivavega Ioane at No. 14 and selected Clemson running back Adam Randall in the fifth round.
General manager Eric DeCosta said a trade down from No. 14 fell apart when the other team backed out at the clock.
A proposed trade for Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby collapsed after Crosby failed his physical.
Baltimore signed edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million contract.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced a hard salary cap in 1994, setting the limit at $34.6 million per team. That rule forced franchises like the Baltimore Ravens, now led by GM Eric DeCosta, to balance big deals—such as the $112 million contract for edge rusher Terrell Suggs—with cap compliance. The cap has grown to $255.4 million in 2024, shaping modern draft and contract strategies.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens drafted guard Olaivavega Ioane at No. 14 and selected Clemson running back Adam Randall in the fifth round.
General manager Eric DeCosta said a trade down from No. 14 fell apart when the other team backed out at the clock.
A proposed trade for Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby collapsed after Crosby failed his physical.
Baltimore signed edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million contract.

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