Baltimore Ravens Star Threatens Retirement Over Steelers Trade Hours Before Deadline — “I’M NOT WEARING BLACK AND GOLD"
Baltimore, MD – November 2, 2025 – With the NFL trade deadline just days away, the Baltimore Ravens have sent shockwaves through the league after informing veteran left tackle Ronnie Stanley
Per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, multiple contenders have already checked in, viewing the former All-Pro as a potential mid-season upgrade at one of football’s most valuable positions. But with injuries and contract restructuring in recent years, Stanley’s $17 million cap hit has become increasingly difficult for Baltimore to absorb.
Through eight games in 2025, the 30-year-old tackle has allowed just one sack and three QB hits — still playing at a reliable level when healthy. But as the Ravens shift toward younger linemen and future flexibility, Stanley’s name has surfaced in late-deadline trade chatter.
What stunned Ravens fans wasn’t the idea of a trade — it was the rumored destination.
Multiple insiders reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers — Baltimore’s blood-rival of nearly three decades — had inquired about Stanley’s availability. That alone was enough to ignite a firestorm… and Ronnie made sure to pour gasoline on top of it.
“IF THEY SEND ME TO PITTSBURGH, I’M DONE. I’M NOT PLAYING A SINGLE SNAP IN BLACK AND GOLD,” Stanley said in a private conversation later confirmed by team reporters.
He didn’t stop there:
“I DIDN’T JUST BLOCK FOR THIS TEAM — I BUILT MY CAREER HERE. I’VE TAKEN EVERY HIT, EVERY SURGERY, EVERY SNAP FOR THIS CITY. AND I’M NOT FLIPPING SIDES FOR A RIVAL THAT WE’VE FOUGHT FOR YEARS. NOT FOR MONEY. NOT FOR STARTING TIME. NOT FOR ANYTHING.”
With Pittsburgh now off the board, interest is expected to resurface from tackle-needy teams in the NFC like the Commanders, Seahawks, and Rams — clubs searching for veteran stability before the playoff push.
For Baltimore, a trade would mean officially closing the chapter on one of the most respected locker-room leaders of the Lamar Jackson era.
For Stanley, the clock is ticking — stay in Baltimore, accept a move to another conference… or walk away on principle.
NFL trade deadline countdown: 3 days.
This rivalry just got personal.
BREAKING NEWS: Las Vegas Raiders Chairman & CEO Mark Davis Issues Strong Statement Following “Brewers Karen” Scandal
Las Vegas, Nevada – Raiders Leadership Speaks Out
In his statement, Davis called the remarks of Shannon Kobylarczyk—the woman caught on video yelling “Call ICE!” at a U.S. veteran of Latin descent during the National League Championship Series—“un-American, disrespectful, and completely contrary to what Las Vegas and the Raiders stand for.”
Consistent with the response outlined, Davis confirmed that the Raiders first revoked any Raiders game tickets purchased or held by Kobylarczyk and processed refunds according to terms and conditions, then imposed a lifetime ban from Allegiant Stadium and all Raiders-related events.
“We do not tolerate hatred—not in Las Vegas, not at Allegiant Stadium, not under the American flag,” Davis declared.
His words immediately went viral, receiving widespread praise on social media and being shared by thousands of Raiders fans, veterans, and even rival NFL communities.
The Incident Sparks a Firestorm The controversy began during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) between the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field. In a video that spread across every major platform, Shannon Kobylarczyk—quickly nicknamed “Brewers Karen” by internet users—yelled “Call ICE!” at Ricardo Fosado, a Dodgers fan of Latin descent and a U.S. military veteran.
Fosado, visibly shocked, stood his ground, declaring that he had served in two wars and was a proud American citizen. The confrontation escalated when Kobylarczyk allegedly attempted to grab his phone, prompting security to intervene. Both individuals were escorted out of the stadium, but public outrage overwhelmingly focused on Kobylarczyk’s behavior—seen as an example of racism and xenophobia still haunting parts of American sports culture.
Within 24 hours, her employer, ManpowerGroup, confirmed she had been fired, citing a “zero-tolerance policy for discriminatory or harassing behavior.” She also resigned from the Board of Directors of Make-A-Wish Wisconsin.
Las Vegas Draws a Line While the Brewers organization quickly condemned the behavior, the Las Vegas Raiders became one of the first NFL teams to publicly comment on the issue—and they did so with unmistakable force.
In a detailed statement released on Friday morning, Mark Davis connected the incident to the greater responsibility shared by all sports organizations: “The values of sports—teamwork, respect, and unity—mean nothing if we remain silent in the face of hatred,” Davis said. “Allegiant Stadium is sacred ground for millions of Americans. It’s a place where people of every color, language, and background stand side by side. That will never change.”
Davis’s remarks were widely understood as a direct rebuke not only of Kobylarczyk’s comments but also of the broader divisive atmosphere spreading across the country.
Fans and Players Respond The reaction from Raider Nation was immediate and emotional. On X, the hashtag #RaiderNationUnited began trending within hours of the announcement. Fans flooded the team’s official posts with messages of support: “This is why we love Las Vegas—not just football, but family.” “Allegiant stands for something bigger than wins. Thank you, Mark Davis.”
Raiders players also chimed in. LB Robert Spillane reposted the statement with a heart and flag emoji. QB Gardner Minshew added: “Respect—that’s the standard. Always has been.” Even rival fans spoke up, with one Kansas City Chiefs supporter writing: “I hate the Raiders every Sunday, but today… I respect them.”
A Statement Bigger Than Football Analysts note that the Raiders’ resolute, value-driven response reflects the deep community identity of Las Vegas. In an era where sports are often divided by politics or race, the Raiders’ stance has become a model for American leadership in 2025.
Political commentators praised the message as “simple yet patriotic,” with major outlets describing it as “a moral playbook other teams should follow.”
In closing his speech, Davis summed up the team’s stance with words that Allegiant Stadium may echo for years to come: “The Raiders don’t just play in America—we represent America. And in our house, hatred has no place.”
