The Baltimore Ravens are facing a significant offseason challenge as John Harbaugh and the New York Giants make waves in free agency. On Monday, the Giants made a splash by signing punter Jordan Stout, a move that has certainly caught the attention of Ravens fans.
Stout, who broke out in 2025 with a first-team All-Pro nod, was a key figure in Baltimore's special teams. Many hoped he would stay with the Ravens, but Harbaugh's determination to secure his talents for the Giants proved successful. And when we say successful, we mean it in a big way.
The Giants signed Stout to a record-setting deal, offering the 27-year-old a three-year contract worth $12.3 million. This makes him the highest-paid punter in the league, just edging out Seattle Seahawks' Michael Dickson's salary.
Stout was seen as the successor to Baltimore's legendary punter Sam Koch. After a rocky start in the NFL, he found his stride in 2025, earning both Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors for the first time.
His stats were impressive: averaging 50.1 yards per punt, with 24 of his 53 punts landing inside the 20-yard line, and a booming long of 74 yards. Now, he'll be bringing that powerful leg to New York.
Joining Stout in the Big Apple is special teams coordinator Chris Horton, another former Raven. Harbaugh's ability to bring familiar faces to the Giants likely played a role in Stout's decision, alongside the lucrative contract. Tight end Isaiah Likely, another former Raven, has also signed with the Giants, adding to the reunion.
With Stout's departure, the Ravens are now in search of a new punter. The free agency market doesn't offer many options, so Baltimore might turn to the 2026 NFL Draft to find their next standout. Given their history of successful special teams selections, the Ravens' front office is well-equipped to tackle this challenge.