Yesterday, many were surprised when news broke that the Ravens were signing OT Ju’Wan James. After signing Alejando Villanueva to a two-year deal just weeks ago, offensive tackle was no longer perceived as a significant short-term need.
It still isn’t — but the signing of James has little-to-no implications for the upcoming season. That’s because James is fresh off a torn Achilles injury and is projected to spend the entirety of the 2021 season rehabbing. The terms of James’ contract with Baltimore see him only earning about $500K in 2021, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Ja'Wuan James opted out last year, and is expected to miss this year, but now will rehab in Baltimore with his sights set on returning in 2022.