Ravens Release Legendary Kicker Justin Tucker in 'Football Decision'

The Baltimore Ravens have released kicker Justin Tucker, a 13-year veteran and considered the greatest kicker in NFL history, citing a 'football decision'.

Ravens Release Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Ravens have released veteran kicker Justin Tucker, citing a “football decision” as the reason. General Manager Eric DeCosta acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, stating, “Sometimes football decisions are incredibly difficult.”

DeCosta elaborated on the team's thought process, saying, “And this is one of those instances. Considering our current roster, we have made the tough decision to release Justin Tucker.”

The Baltimore Ravens have parted ways with kicker Justin Tucker, a sure-fire Hall of Famer, in a move that creates cap space and signals a new era for the team.

Justin Tucker's release by the Baltimore Ravens comes after allegations against him from multiple women at massage parlors in the Baltimore area. However, General Manager Eric DeCosta emphasized that the decision was based solely on football considerations.

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Regarded by many as the greatest kicker in NFL history, Tucker was on track for a sure-fire Hall of Fame induction after retirement. With an illustrious 13-year career with the Ravens, Tucker boasts impressive accolades, including eight All-Pro selections, seven Pro Bowl appearances, and a spot on the NFL's 2010s All-Decade Team. He holds records for the longest field goal (66 yards) and the highest career field-goal percentage (89.1%).

The release of Justin Tucker creates approximately $4 million in cap space for the Baltimore Ravens, providing financial flexibility for future roster moves.

The Ravens drafted Tyler Loop, a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, who will take over as the team's starting kicker. Loop will wear the number 33 jersey and is set to compete for the role, marking a new era for the Ravens' kicking unit.

Justin Tucker was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent following the 2012 NFL Draft. Despite going undrafted, Tucker went on to have a highly successful career with the Ravens.