Ravens Legacy Profile
Ray Lewis
Ray Lewis made the Ravens' defense feel like a civic identity, not just a scheme.
Player Hall of Fame Defense
Permanent Profile
- Was the Ravens' second-ever draft choice, selected 26th overall in 1996.
- Helped lead both Ravens championship teams and was Super Bowl XXXV MVP.
- Won NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2000 and 2003.
- Owns the franchise record with 2,643 tackles.
- Is the only NFL player listed in the guide with at least 40 sacks and 30 interceptions.
Why It Matters
Lewis is the reason Baltimore's early identity still feels alive.
The Ravens became a national brand because their defense had a voice, a heartbeat and a weekly standard.