NFL Rumors: Ronald Darby, Ravens Agree to Contract After Marlon Humphrey's Injury

Veteran cornerback Ronald Darby is reportedly signing with the Baltimore Ravens on a one-year deal worth up to $3.2 million, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Rapoport initially reported Darby was visiting with the Ravens after the team lost star corner Marlon Humphrey to a foot injury. Humphrey is set to undergo foot surgery and does not have a timetable to return, though coach John Harbaugh said it's "not going to be a long-term deal."

Darby, a 2015 second-round pick, has played a full season just one time in his career. He's missed at least five games in a season in five of his eight seasons, including each of the last two.

A torn ACL limited Darby to only five games in 2022, and it's unclear what his health status is 10 months removed from the injury. When Darby has been able to stay on the field, he's been a quality plug-and-play option in the secondary. He's been a starter for 88 of his 89 career appearances, racking up eight career interceptions.

PFF gave Darby an overall grade of 71.1, which would qualify him as a firmly above-average cornerback.

Injuries have rocked the Ravens secondary in camp, calling into question their ability to field an even league-average unit. Humphrey is joined on the injured list by fellow starter Rock Ya-Sin and backups Jalyn Armour-Davis, Arthur Maulet and Damarion Williams, who are dealing with injuries to varying degrees of seriousness.

"There is plenty of short-term concern," Harbaugh said. "We got to look at that, and it starts with the guys you have. We have guys who are ready to play, and we'll see what they can do. And, of course, we're always looking for players, too."