Carson Vinson among players to switch jersey numbers ahead of 2026 season

The Baltimore Ravens continue to reshape their roster identity ahead of the 2026 season, with several returning players switching jersey numbers as the incoming rookie class secures key digits. Among the notable changes, wide receiver LaJohntay Wester will now wear No. 10 after previously sporting No. 83, while outside linebacker Mike Green shifts to No. 15 from No. 45. Offensive tackle Carson Vinson moves to No. 74, making way for rookie Vega Ioane to take over No. 71—the same number he wore at Penn State.

Additional changes include wide receiver Xavier Guillory switching to No. 16 (previously No. 87), cornerback Amani Oruwariye moving to No. 25 (from No. 36), and wide receiver Dayton Wade adopting No. 18 after wearing No. 82. Along the offensive line, guard Jared Penning transitions to No. 68 after previously holding No. 74.

The changes also highlight the historical significance of several rookie numbers. Second-round pick Zion Young will wear No. 9, a number most recently associated with longtime kicker Justin Tucker. Wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane takes over No. 6, last worn by Anthony Miller in 2024 and linebacker Patrick Queen before him. Meanwhile, Elijah Sarratt will wear No. 13, previously held by quarterback Devin Leary.

With both veterans and rookies settling into new numbers, the Ravens are beginning to define the look and feel of their 2026 roster. As offseason workouts and minicamp approach, these jersey changes signal a fresh chapter for the team, blending established contributors with a promising new draft class.