“Have lost faith in Justin Tucker”: Ravens’ decision to draft Tyler Loop hints at the end of Justin Tucker’s future in the team amidst his ongoing scandal

The Baltimore Ravens' decision to draft Arizona Wildcats kicker Tyler Loop in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft has sparked a wave of speculation about the future of long-time kicker Justin Tucker. Loop, selected 186th overall, is the first kicker drafted by the Ravens in franchise history, and his arrival has many wondering whether Tucker’s time with the team is nearing its end.

Veteran sports commentator Skip Bayless quickly took to social media to voice his concerns about Tucker's future with the Ravens, noting that the team’s decision to draft a kicker could be a clear sign of their diminishing faith in the longtime veteran. Bayless, who has often been vocal about NFL matters, remarked:
“Wow: the Ravens clearly have lost faith in Justin Tucker, on and off the field. They just took Tyler Loop, who to me was worth a much higher pick because kicking wins and loses way too many games.”

This remark draws attention to Tucker’s subpar performance in the previous season and the ongoing legal issues surrounding him, which may have contributed to the Ravens’ decision to invest in a younger, potentially less controversial kicker.

While Skip Bayless has his own theories about Tucker's future, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh shed light on the team's thought process behind the pick. Harbaugh confirmed that the idea of drafting a kicker had been discussed openly with Tucker before the decision was made:
“He was in this week kicking and working out, so we had conversations, and he already understood. He knew the situation, and you guys knew, he had seen all those kinds of quotes too. So, he knew that was a possibility.”
Harbaugh’s statement indicates that the Ravens were transparent with Tucker about the team’s plans, and he had been made aware of the competition brewing for the kicker spot.


The Ravens now face a tough choice as they head into training camp. With Tucker's established resume and legacy as one of the greatest kickers in NFL history, his experience is hard to overlook. However, Loop presents a fresh start for the Ravens, free of any off-field controversies.
Loop, who has admitted to watching Tucker closely while growing up, refuses to get caught up in comparisons. He remains focused on his own performance:
“I’m just excited to get there and be around those guys and find a way to make kicks. Being successful up there is what matters most. I’m going to celebrate today and tomorrow get right back to work.”
The coming months will likely determine whether Justin Tucker’s career with the Ravens comes to a close or if he remains the team’s go-to kicker for another season. Both Tucker and Loop will compete for the position during training camp, and the results will ultimately shape the team’s kicking future.
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As the Ravens move forward, one thing is certain: the kicker position will be under intense scrutiny this season. Whether Tucker can hold off the challenge from the talented rookie or if Loop can rise to the occasion remains to be seen.