Ray Lewis Will Remain A Raven

Ray Lewis has signed a contract so that he can, do what is right, and retire a Raven. The two sides agreed to a three-year contract, worth $20 million to $25 million.

"From beginning to end as a Raven. ... Wow! To be with the same team with the same fans for an entire career, that doesn't happen in the NFL," Lewis said. "I don't think an athlete can have a greater legacy than to be able to stay in one place for an entire career."

In 13 seasons, Lewis has appeared in 164 games, with 146 starts. The former University of Miami star has played in nine Pro Bowl games and been selected an All-Pro on eight occasions. In addition, he twice won NFL defensive player of the year honors, in 2000 and 2003. He was chosen as the most valuable player in the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV victory.

Lewis threatened to sign the highest offer he received when he found out he would enter free agency. He met with Jets officials but did not sign with the team when his contract demands were described as "exorbitant".