The Baltimore Ravens signed wide receiver Rashod Bateman to a two-year contract extension on Wednesday, ensuring that the team’s first-round pick from 2021 will stay with them until the 2026 season.
The team announced on Wednesday, putting an end to rumors about a potential trade. They had until May 2 to decide on whether to extend his contract for a fifth year.
Bateman, who was selected as the 27th pick, is now the first wide receiver from the first round to secure a second contract with the Ravens.
“Congratulations to ‘Bate’ and his family,” said Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta in a statement. “This is a positive day for the Ravens.”
Bateman has made 93 catches and scored four touchdowns over three seasons.
Injuries shortened his first two seasons, limiting him to just 18 games. However, last season, in his first full year, he recorded 32 receptions for 367 yards and one touchdown.
