Ravens Retain Defensive Tackle C.J. Okoye

The Baltimore Ravens have re-signed exclusive rights free agent C.J. Okoye to a one-year, $1.005 million contract. Okoye, who entered the NFL via the International Player Pathway program, joined the Ravens in 2025. He recorded 15 tackles, one pass defended, and one quarterback hit in 13 games last season. The team plans to continue developing his technique under new defensive line coach Lou Esposito, potentially utilizing a roster exemption for him as an international player.