Odafe Oweh Enters Make-or-Break Season

Contract Year Expectations

The clock is ticking on Oweh’s time under contract, and the Ravens must decide what’s next. There is a lot at stake, as Baltimore could let Odafe Oweh walk, potentially extend him, or maybe even use the franchise tag.

The Ravens don’t have much cap space as is. They’re already paying a lot for Lamar Jackson, Nnamdi Madubuike, Roquan Smith, among others. Baltimore will also need to give extensions in the future to Tyler Linderbaum, Kyle Hamilton, and Zay Flowers, since they are all still on rookie contracts while being major contributors on this team.

Meanwhile, Baltimore drafted Mike Green in the 2025 NFL draft, a dominant edge rusher who could possibly be Oweh’s replacement if they don’t extend him.

What Oweh Needs to Prove

Going into 2025, Odafe Oweh needs to be more consistent in pressuring the quarterback, and more importantly, finish plays when he breaks into the backfield. Winning more one-on-one battles against offensive linemen will be key for turning pressure into production. He needs to set the edge in the run defense alongside the defensive stars already in place.

Oweh knows he needs to take another step. He gained 20 pounds this offseason, which should make him stronger and physical. He already has the speed, but adding that much size could make him more dominant in the pass-rush game.

The Pressure is On Odafe Oweh

Is this the year he puts it all together?

Oweh’s speed, size, and athleticism have never been in question. But this is the NFL — physical traits only get you so far. With a second contract on the line, other options developing at his position, and the clock ticking, Odafe Oweh has one last shot to prove he belongs in Baltimore’s long-term plans.

The flashes have always been there. Now, it’s time to deliver.