The Baltimore Ravens are signing veteran edge rusher Carl Lawson, per FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz.
Lawson worked out for the Ravens earlier this week and impressed enough to earn a spot on the practice squad.
He will add some much-needed depth to an outside linebacker room that is down to three healthy players on the active roster.
With only a few days to learn the defense, Lawson may not be available for Sunday’s game against the Bears. The seven-year veteran has primarily played in 4-3 schemes in his career, while the Ravens’ 3-4 (and overall philosophy) has a more diverse set of responsibilities for edge defenders.
Make no mistake, though: Lawson was brought in to rush the passer. The Ravens only have eight sacks in their first six games, and Nnamdi Madubuike is still tied for the team lead with two sacks despite suffering a season-ending injury in Week 2.
Lawson had five sacks for the Cowboys last year and seven in 2022 for the Jets. Between was a sack-less 2023 season during which he dealt with a lingering injury from training camp and was de-emphasized in New York’s edge rusher rotation. His pressure and pass rush win rate information from Pro Football Focus do indicate a downtick in performance as he crosses into his 30s.
This article will be updated with more information.
