ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that the Baltimore Ravens permitted Rashod Bateman to seek a trade before signing the wide receiver to a new three-year, $36 million contract extension.

Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman explored his trade market before signing a three-year contract extension to stay in Baltimore.

This contract extension was less of a surprise to Rashod Bateman. The Baltimore Ravens gave out another deal to a key offensive player on Thursday, signing Bateman through 2029. The three-year, $36.75 million extension includes $20 million in guarantees,