Baltimore Ravens: Ranking the 10 Best Players in Team History

Todd Heap

Aug 28, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; A Baltimore Ravens helmet sits on a box on the sidelines during the second half of their game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

For years, Heap was the only receiving threat on the Ravens offense. He is the franchise leader in receiving touchdowns (41) and tallied 467 receptions, just four catches behind Derrick Mason for the most in team history. It is shocking that he did not get much credit throughout the league. He was named an All-Pro in 2004, but only made the Pro Bowl twice in his 10 seasons.

What makes Heap’s accomplishments more impressive is that the majority of his numbers came with Kyle Boller leading the offense. Ravens fans can remember how atrocious the offense looked with Boller under center, and even though teams knew Heap was the primary pass catcher, he still made his impact felt in just about every game.

Heap finished his career with two seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, but was beloved in Baltimore. Every time he caught a pass, the fans shouted his name in unison. To this day, the Ravens haven’t found a consistent tight end to take his place. Dennis Pitta was the closest thing to him, but his career has likely been cut short due to two hip surgeries. Harbaugh is hopeful that this year’s second-round pick Maxx Williams is the next great tight end for this franchise.

Heap was inducted into the Ravens Ring of Honor on September 28, 2014, the last player to make the prestigious group before Ed Reed was honored earlier this season. Heap is not only the best tight end in Ravens history, but the best receiving option as well.

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