Ravens trade for offensive lineman Ryan Neuzil at the deadline, sending Andrew Vorhees to Atlanta

The Baltimore Ravens moved to strengthen their offensive line at the trade deadline, acquiring offensive lineman Ryan Neuzil from the Atlanta Falcons in a trade completed at the buzzer of Tuesday’s deadline.

According to the Ravens, Baltimore sent guard Andrew Vorhees and a reported 2028 sixth-round draft pick to Atlanta for Neuzil. The Athletic was cited for the reported pick detail.

The Ravens described Neuzil as Atlanta’s starting center, noting he has been their starter in all 17 games last season and, this season, has served as their center who has played through the team’s weekly needs.

Baltimore framed the move as a continuation of its recent efforts up front. The team previously acquired Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens, who has operated as Baltimore’s starter over the past two games, while first-round rookie Vega Ioane and veteran John Simpson have been the starting guards.

The team also explained why it was able to trade Vorhees: a backup guard role due to injuries, with Vorhees having played in five games and made two starts this season after a 17-game starting run at left guard last year.

On the contract side, Baltimore said Neuzil signed a two-year extension with Atlanta reported to be worth $9.5 million before the 2025 season, placing him in a contract year. The team also noted that if Neuzil signs elsewhere next offseason, it could affect compensation in 2028.

Rosters and salary logistics were not the only reason cited. Baltimore pointed to Neuzil’s performance evaluation from Pro Football Focus, saying he ranks 15th among NFL centers who have played at least 50% of their team’s snaps this season.