Former New York Giants offensive guard Kevin Zeitler (70) watches the game during the second half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium.  Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Ravens sign Kevin Zeitler to three-year, $22.5 million deal

The Baltimore Ravens are bulking up their offensive line ahead of the 2021 campaign. 

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Ravens signed free-agent guard Kevin Zeitler to a three-year, $22.5 million deal. It includes $16 million guaranteed. 

Zeitler was released by the New York Giants last week. According to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, the Seattle Seahawks were also interested in signing him. 

The 31-year-old will now play for his third team in the AFC North. He played for the Cincinnati Bengals from 2012-16 and the Cleveland Browns from 2017-18.

Zeitler will be an upgrade to Baltimore's offensive line and will be tasked with protecting Lamar Jackson and giving him more time to throw and run the ball. 

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