The Baltimore Ravens have released veteran kicker Justin Tucker after 13 seasons, citing a combination of declining performance and off-field allegations. Tucker, widely regarded as one of the greatest kickers in NFL history with a career field goal percentage of 89.1%, had a subpar 2024 season, converting only 73.3% of his field goals. Additionally, he faces multiple allegations of sexual misconduct from massage therapists in the Baltimore area, which the NFL is currently investigating .
Despite the ongoing investigation, Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta emphasized that the decision was based on football considerations, including Tucker’s performance and the team’s roster needs. The move also provides the Ravens with approximately $4.2 million in salary cap space for the 2025 season if designated post-June 1 .
To fill the void, the Ravens have drafted rookie kicker Tyler Loop from the University of Arizona in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Loop, known for his strong leg, made a 62-yard field goal in college and went 13-for-14 at the NFL Combine . Head coach John Harbaugh has stated that the final decision on the kicker position will be based on football-related factors such as performance and salary cap implications .
The Ravens’ decision marks the end of an era for Tucker, who holds the NFL record for the longest field goal at 66 yards and has been named to seven Pro Bowls and five First Team All-Pro selections. His departure opens the door for a new chapter in Baltimore’s special teams unit.
