BREAKING: Baltimore Ravens Legend Ray Lewis Returns as Co-Owner
In a historic move that blends legacy with leadership, the Baltimore Ravens have officially announced that Pro Football Hall of Famer and franchise icon Ray Lewis will return to the organization in 2025 — not as a coach or front office executive, but as a co-owner of the team. The announcement was made jointly by current majority owner Steve Bisciotti and the Ravens’ executive leadership during a press conference at M&T Bank Stadium, sending waves of excitement throughout the football world.
Lewis, one of the most dominant linebackers in NFL history, spent his entire 17-year playing career with the Ravens after being drafted in the first round in 1996 — the team’s inaugural draft class. He led the franchise to two Super Bowl victories, was named Super Bowl XXXV MVP, earned 13 Pro Bowl selections, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. Beyond his on-field dominance, Lewis became the emotional and cultural heartbeat of the Ravens, helping to shape the identity of the team and the city of Baltimore.
“This is more than a business decision — this is about continuing the legacy that Ray helped build from day one,” said Steve Bisciotti, who has owned the team since 2004. “Ray’s leadership, passion, and love for the Ravens are unmatched. We are honored to welcome him back in this new and meaningful role.”
Ray Lewis, visibly emotional, spoke to the media and a crowd of Ravens fans gathered for the announcement.
“Baltimore is home. The Ravens are family. I gave everything I had as a player, and now I have the opportunity to give even more — to help lead, to mentor, to build, and to ensure the Ravens remain a gold standard organization, both on and off the field,” Lewis said.
While the full scope of Lewis’s responsibilities as co-owner is still being finalized, sources within the organization say he will have an active role in player development, team culture, community engagement, and strategic planning. His unique blend of football expertise, motivational leadership, and deep connection to the Ravens brand is expected to bring a fresh and powerful presence to the organization’s leadership team.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell praised the move, calling it “a powerful statement about the value of legacy, loyalty, and leadership in today’s NFL.”
Fans and former teammates have flooded social media with messages of support and excitement. Former Ravens safety Ed Reed posted, “A king returns to his castle. Congrats, brother. Nobody deserves it more.”
This move also places Lewis among a growing number of former players entering ownership and executive roles, marking a significant step forward for player empowerment and representation in NFL leadership.
With Ray Lewis back in the fold — not in pads, but in power — the Ravens are not just honoring their past; they are investing in a future led by one of their greatest legends.
