It's not a surprise when a former Raven decides to return.
[Calais Campbell signed with Baltimore](https://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/calais-campbell-ravens-40-years-old-keep-playing-reunion-2026) for a second tour of duty this week after three seasons away.
John Simpson was with the Ravens for part of two seasons before he signed with the New York Jets in 2023. However, the veteran guard returned during free agency and is expected to be part of Baltimore's starting offensive line again this fall.
Money is always a factor, but the culture in Baltimore played a role in their decisions to return. Campbell had other offers, yet he believes the Ravens can win big and referred to Head Coach Jesse Minter as a "very brilliant football mind" on the "The Lounge" podcast.