A new deal allowing Marcus Peters to remain in Baltimore could still be in the cards. The veteran corner has other options to consider, however, including a move to the Raiders.
Peters is visiting Las Vegas Monday, reports Vic Tafur of The Athletic (Twitter link). That news comes not long after Ravens head coach John Harbaugh confirmed Baltimore is still open to re-signing the 30-year-old at some point this offseason. The Raiders represent a logical landing spot if a new Ravens deal is not worked out, though.
Vegas saw 2022 trade acquisition Rock Ya-Sin sign with the Ravens earlier this week, giving them a potential Peters replacement. The former’s departure came after Anthony Averett's deal expired, leaving another vacancy at the CB spot for the Raiders; Averett remains unsigned. Both he and Ya-Sin occupied notable roles during their time with the Raiders, a team that struggled against the pass on defense last season.
That resulted in a number of free-agent cornerback additions so far this offseason, including a reunion with Brandon Facyson and deals with Duke Shelley and David Long. The Raiders also used a fourth-round pick in the draft to add Jakorian Bennett, who should be in line for at least a rotational role for years to come as the team looks to rebuild on the back end. The signing of safety Marcus Epps could go a long way on that front, but a healthy Peters likely would as well.
The two-time All-Pro has remained one of the league’s top ballhawks for much of his career, notching 32 interceptions in 104 career games. He missed all of 2021 with a torn ACL, however, and struggled upon his return to the field last season with only one pick and poor performances in coverage. If he were to return to his pre-injury form, though, a short-term deal at a modest rate could prove to be worth the risk for Vegas. As the post-draft wave of free agency continues, Peters shouldn’t have to wait much longer to sign his next deal, with the Raiders or another team.
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