{"id":30414,"date":"2025-03-04T02:58:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T02:58:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=30414"},"modified":"2025-03-04T02:58:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T02:58:33","slug":"%f0%9f%94%a5-redemption-ravens-get-second-chance-at-star-cb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=30414","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udd25 Redemption: Ravens get second chance at star CB"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Philadelphia Eagles\u2019 victory celebration following Super Bowl LIX is quickly turning into a transitional period, as they make bold moves within their roster. Veteran cornerback Darius Slay, a defensive stalwart for five years, is set to part ways with the team.<\/p>\n<p>According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Eagles have decided to release Slay as a post-June 1 cut, which will free up $4.3 million in cap space. It\u2019s a significant decision that may yet have ripple effects across the league, not least for the Baltimore Ravens, who previously came close to securing Slay\u2019s signature.<\/p>\n<p>In a revealing moment on the \u201cPulp Fiction\u201d podcast last offseason, Slay disclosed how he nearly became a Raven. It was Eagles\u2019 security chief Dom DiSandro, renowned for his high-profile sideline altercation with 49ers\u2019 Dre Greenlaw in 2023, who played a key role in Slay\u2019s decision to remain in Philadelphia.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDom is the reason I came back to Philly,\u201d Slay candidly shared. His loyalty to the Eagles was rewarded with a Super Bowl ring, a crowning achievement in his celebrated career.<\/p>\n<p>With Slay now on the open market, the opportunity for the Ravens to resume talks is rife with potential. Adding a player of Slay\u2019s caliber could significantly bolster Baltimore\u2019s secondary, which struggled last season allowing the second-highest passing yards per game despite an elite run defense. As a potential mentor to younger players like former rookie Nate Wiggins, Slay\u2019s experience and play-making ability would be invaluable for defensive coordinator Zach Orr\u2019s scheme.<\/p>\n<p>As he explores free agency, Slay\u2019s r\u00e9sum\u00e9 speaks volumes: 28 career interceptions, five defensive touchdowns, and six Pro Bowl appearances make him a coveted veteran presence. Whether in purple and black or elsewhere, his next chapter promises to be an intriguing storyline to follow.<\/p>\n<p>Stay tuned with Baltimore Ravens On SI for all the latest updates, in-depth interviews, expert film breakdowns, and more as we navigate through an exciting offseason.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Philadelphia Eagles\u2019 victory celebration following Super Bowl LIX is quickly turning into a transitional period, as they make bold moves within their roster. 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