Trent Steelman traveled an unconventional, twisting path to the Ravens' practice field Saturday after the former Army standout quarterback was signed to a contract years after he first tried out for the AFC North franchise.
Steelman auditioned for the Ravens at a rookie minicamp two years ago and was offered a contract, but couldn't join the team because of his military service commitment.
Now, the 25-year-old Kentucky native is finally in the NFL after a successful tryout this week. A dual-threat quarterback at West Point where he was a four-year starter who rushed for a school-record 45 touchdowns while orchestrating an option-oriented offense, Steelman is playing wide receiver for the Ravens.