The Baltimore Ravens are bolstering their backfield with veteran running back Melvin Gordon, who is joining the team on a one-year deal.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Gordon’s contract could be worth up to $3.1 million if he meets all the incentives.
Gordon spent the first half of 2022 season with the Denver Broncos in 2022, rushing for 318 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games. He was released by the Broncos after picking up his fifth fumble of the season in a Week 11 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
After his release, Gordon signed with the Kansas City Chiefs and was placed on the team’s practice squad. However, he wasn’t activated for a single game for the rest of the campaign.
Gordon, who was a two-time Pro Bowler with the Los Angeles Chargers, is expected to add depth and veteran experience to the Ravens’ running game. Despite his struggles last season, the 30-year-old player is only one year removed from back-to-back campaigns in which he averaged 4.5 yards per carry and combined for 1,904 rushing yards and 17 TDs.
The Ravens currently have 2020’s second-round pick J.K. Dobbins penciled as their starter, but Gordon could challenge veterans Gus Edwards and Justice Hill for the backup running back spot.
