Plenty of NFL stars could use a change of scenery, and that’s especially true in the AFC North. We take a look at one player from each team in the NFL’s ultra-competitive division who may benefit from a fresh start elsewhere.
AFC North Players Who Could Use a Change of Scenery
Baltimore Ravens: David Ojabo, EDGE
When the Baltimore Ravens drafted David Ojabo in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the pick was widely viewed as a steal. Ojabo was a potential top-15 pick before tearing his Achilles at Michigan’s Pro Day.
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Ojabo, however, has had a really difficult time staying healthy, and he’s now entering his third season with seven tackles and two sacks for his career. Therefore, 2024 could be a make-or-break season for him in Baltimore.
Cincinnati Bengals: Tee Higgins, WR
Higgins wants a new deal. The Cincinnati Bengals, however, don’t want to give him that deal while paying Joe Burrow and eventually Ja’Marr Chase in the coming years.
Higgins deserves a chance to make the money he’s looking for while he’s still capable of serving as a top option for an offense.
Cleveland Browns: Deshaun Watson, QB
When you’re the first quarterback to demand and get a fully guaranteed contract, the pressure falls immediately on you to perform. It isn’t a good look, though, when your backup takes your offense and plays even better with it than you do.
Joe Flacco’s success highlights the reality of Deshaun Watson’s career – his best days might be behind him if he continues to struggle with the Cleveland Browns.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Najee Harris, RB
There’s an argument to be made that Najee Harris is the best power running back in the NFL right now. But that doesn’t mean he’s a perfect fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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As the Steelers develop a new offense with Arthur Smith, Harris could be the odd man out. A team better suited for his talents would make a lot more sense, especially after Pittsburgh declined to exercise Harris’ fifth-year option.
