Long-time Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is gearing up to compete for his position following the team's selection of Tyler Loop in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh stressed that any decisions regarding Tucker's future will be football-related.
Harbaugh stated, "Every decision we make has to be based on football. There's a lot of layers to that."
Harbaugh's comments come amid an NFL investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Tucker. The Ravens await the investigation's conclusion before making any decisions based on off-the-field issues.
Despite Tucker's impressive career stats, Loop's arrival has sparked a kicker competition in Baltimore. Loop, known for his powerful leg, made 6 of 9 kicks from 50-plus yards last season at Arizona.
Tucker, the most accurate kicker in NFL history, is coming off a season with a career-low field goal percentage. He will have the opportunity to compete with Loop starting May 27 during Ravens OTAs.
Tucker is currently in the second year of a four-year, $24 million contract with the Ravens. Baltimore could free up $4.2 million in cap space by trading or releasing Tucker after June 1.