Austin Reed Waived as Ravens Finalize Roster Adjustments
The Baltimore Ravens have waived quarterback Austin Reed, a move necessitated by the team’s need to clear space on the 53-man roster for veteran Jacoby Brissett. This roster shuffle follows a recent trade with the Arizona Cardinals, signaling a clear shift in the team’s depth chart strategy as they approach the mid-November portion of the 2026 season.
The Ravens released Austin Reed, who was their backup QB on Thursday night. This opens up a roster spot for QB Jacoby Brissett, who was acquired from the Arizona Cardinals on Friday. Ravens QBs on 53-man roster: Jacoby Brissett Joe Fagnano Kedon Slovis…
Reed’s tenure on the active roster was brief. He had been re-signed just last week to provide support while starters Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley navigated thumb and toe injuries, respectively. During his short stint, Reed served as the primary backup to Joe Fagnano, notably dressing for the Thursday night game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, though he did not take a snap.
Roster Shifts and the Path to Monday Night Football
The Ravens’ quarterback room has undergone rapid transformation over the last ten days. Beyond the arrival of Brissett, the team also added Kedon Slovis to the 53-man roster after poaching him from the Green Bay Packers’ practice squad. Slovis was thrust into the emergency third-quarterback role against Jacksonville with only three days of preparation, highlighting the urgent nature of Baltimore’s recent personnel decisions.
The addition of Brissett brings a seasoned presence to the locker room. The organization expects the veteran to make his debut during the upcoming “Monday Night Football” matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, scheduled for November 16. For the Ravens, the priority remains stabilizing the position behind center as they manage the cumulative physical toll of the season.
This volatility at the quarterback position reflects a broader trend across the league, where injury attrition often forces teams to cycle through talent at an accelerated pace. By moving on from Reed, Baltimore is prioritizing established experience to navigate the high-stakes games remaining on their schedule. The decision to finalize these roster moves well ahead of the November 16 kickoff provides the coaching staff with a necessary window to integrate their newest signal-caller into the offensive scheme.
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