Before signing him to a contract extension, the Baltimore Ravens were on the verge of parting ways with wide receiver Rashod Bateman.

The extension continues the organization’s trend of prioritizing deals with its own players. The Ravens signed running back Derrick Henry to a two-year, $30 million extension last month. They’re working on potential extensions with many other players, including quarterback Lamar Jackson, center Tyler Linderbaum and safety Kyle Hamilton.

Baltimore Ravens wideout Rashod Bateman explained why 2025 will be a revenge season after signing a $36.75 million contract extension.