Ravens sign OL Patrick Mekari to 3-year extension

Updated Dec. 30, 2021 8:37 p.m. ET

Associated Press

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens signed offensive lineman Patrick Mekari to a three-year extension Thursday.

The new deal keeps Mekari under contract through the 2024 season. The 24-year-old Mekari has played in 36 games with Baltimore, including 23 starts.

“We are excited to sign Patrick Mekari to a three-year contract extension through the 2024 season,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement. “Pat is an easy decision. He’s tough and gritty, smart, versatile and a five-position player who does everything the right way."

The Ravens also activated quarterback Tyler Huntley and defensive tackle Justin Madubuike from the reserve/COVID-19 list. Baltimore put offensive lineman Tyre Phillips (knee) on injured reserve.

Lamar Jackson did not practice for the Ravens on Thursday

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