This proposed trade between the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions doesn't make much sense.
With the Baltimore Ravens, just like every other team, needing to trim their roster down to 53 players by Tuesday, there could be some trades on the horizon in order to get as much value as they can.Recently, Mike Payton of A-Z Sports proposed a trade where the Ravens send rookie wide receiver Devontez Walker to the Detroit Lions for wide receiver Kalif Raymond and a 2025 fifth-round pick. It's a confusing trade to say the least, but here's how Payton rationalized it for Baltimore.
"Where the Ravens struggle is at the slot. Right now they have Nelson Ahgolor penciled in there and it's been a while since the 31-year-old receiver has had a big year. Raymond is an instant upgrade for Baltimore and makes their offense even more dangerous with his yards after the catch ability. He was the Lions leading receiver in 2021 and then their number two guy in 2022. Last year he started to get phased out, but still had a good season. The Ravens are scary with Raymond.
Meanwhile, Raymond had a strong run in 2021 and 2022, in which he accounted for 1,192 yards and four touchdowns, all in 2021. However, he's now 30 years old and finished last season with 35 receptions for 489 yards and one touchdown. Those aren't bad numbers, but he's not exactly a difference-maker. Essentially, the Ravens would be trading a No. 4 wide receiver for an older, more expensive No. 3 or No. 4 wide receiver.
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