Full Breakdown
Nate Wiggins Carted Off Ravens Practice; Tests Show No Structural Damage
8/12/2026, 3:57:20 AM
Core Event
During a one-on-one drill in the second hour of Baltimore Ravens training camp, starting cornerback Nate Wiggins tangled with rookie wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane while covering a go route. Wiggins fell, grabbed his left leg and could not bear weight. Trainers escorted him onto a medical cart and removed him from the field. Subsequent testing, reported by team sources, indicated no structural damage to his knee or leg. The Ravens have not disclosed a diagnosis or a timetable for his return.
Background & Context
Wiggins was the 30th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Clemson and started all 17 games in 2025, posting 76 tackles, three interceptions and 14 passes defended. The Ravens entered the 2026 preseason looking to improve a secondary that ranked among the league’s poorest in pass defense the prior year. Veteran corner Marlon Humphrey and former Pro Bowl Chidobe Awuzie anchor the unit, while younger backs such as T.J. Tampa, Keyon Martin and Chandler Rivers compete for larger roles.
Data & Statistics
- 2025 season: 76 tackles, 3 interceptions, 14 passes defended.
- Ravens allowed 4,214 passing yards in 2025, the third-most in the NFL.
- Depth chart before the incident: Wiggins (outside corner), Humphrey, Awuzie, Tampa, Oruwariye, Kone (reserve).
Official Statements & Responses
Head coach Jesse Minter said the team is still gathering information and expressed cautious optimism, noting confidence in the cornerback group. General manager Eric DeCosta was reported to have checked on Wiggins, but no further medical details were released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Obviously, Nate is an elite player,” — Jesse Minter, head coach
- “It's one of those plays, really not much between the two guys in the play, so whether it was hitting the ground or whatever it was, we'll see what it looks like.” — Jesse Minter, head coach
On-the-Ground Reports
Training staff observed visible pain as Wiggins was helped onto the cart. He entered the team facility with his arms draped over trainers, unable to place weight on the left leg. Teammates, including quarterback Lamar Jackson, were seen consoling him on the field. The incident marked the first player carted off in this year’s camp.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Injury severity: No structural damage confirmed, but the exact nature (sprain, contusion, etc.) remains unknown.
- Return timeline: Coaches have not provided a “day-to-day” or “week-to-week” estimate; an MRI is expected in the coming hours.
What’s Next
The Ravens open their preseason schedule on Saturday against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium. With Wiggins’ status pending, the team will likely rely on Humphrey and Awuzie to start, while giving T.J. Tampa and other young corners additional reps in practice. The upcoming medical evaluation will determine Wiggins’ participation and any adjustments to the secondary’s depth chart.
