Ravens Release Austin Reed After Brissett Trade

Baltimore announced Reed’s release as it continued to adjust its quarterback roster. The move came soon after the Ravens acquired Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, sending Arizona a 2027 pick in round four and a 2028 pick in round seven. The trade also brought Baltimore a 2027 selection in the fifth round.

Reed had recently been added to the Ravens’ 53-man roster after injuries depleted the position. He had been with Baltimore during some training camp sessions and preseason games, then rejoined the team earlier in the week. His release followed the team’s acquisition of Brissett.

The roster changes come after injuries sidelined Baltimore’s first two quarterbacks. Lamar Jackson injured his right thumb on the first offensive snap versus Buffalo and was placed on injured reserve, with surgery expected. Tyler Huntley also went on injured reserve after injuring a toe in that game; the injury is expected to end his season.

Rookie Joe Fagnano made his first NFL start against Jacksonville, completing 10 of 18 passes for 60 yards and throwing two interceptions in a 33-10 loss. The Ravens have lost four straight games and scored fewer than 14 points in each, a first in franchise history.