Dennis Pitta, Ravens Agree to New Contract: Latest Details, Comments, Reaction

April 13, 2016   ·   Timothy Rapp   ·   Jump to comments

The Baltimore Ravens and tight end Dennis Pitta agreed to restructure his contract on Wednesday, according to Ryan Mink of the team's official site.
“Dennis wants to continue his playing career, and we want to give him that opportunity,” general manager Ozzie Newsome said, per Mink. “We have reworked his contract, and we’re excited to help him with his comeback. Everyone here wants Dennis to succeed.”
Pitta, 30, appeared to be a burgeoning star at tight end following the 2012 season, when he caught 61 passes for 669 yards and seven touchdowns—all career highs. But injury issues have hampered his career since.
He missed the entire 2015 season due to a fractured and dislocated hip. He appeared in just seven games for the Ravens between the 2013-14 season, registering 36 receptions for 294 yards and a score in that time.
"I am thankful for this opportunity to continue my career,” Pitta noted, per Mink. “I’m exc...

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