Former Alabama tight end standing out early in OTAs for Ravens

Sep 6, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama tight end Josh Cuevas (80) catches a touchdown pass against UL Monroe at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated UL Monroe 73-0. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

Josh Cuevas is putting on display what made him a fan favorite during his last season with the Alabama Crimson Tide as a new member of the Baltimore Ravens.

Cuevas was a dependable target for Ty Simpson when he was healthy in 2025. He finished the year with four touchdowns and 411 receiving yards on 47 receptions. His best game of the season came against Oklahoma when he pulled in six receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown.

The Editorial Director for the Baltimore Ravens Ryan Mink highlighted Cuevas in a recent practice report.

“Don’t think rookie tight end Josh Cuevas is just going to be a blocker,” Mink wrote. “Even though Matt Hibner, who was drafted a round earlier is more in the receiving mold, Cuevas had one of the best practices on the team Monday. He made a diving catch on an intermediate route over the middle, which got big props from veteran Mark Andrews, who came down the field to dap him up. Cuevas made several more catches, including an extended grab down the seam with a safety closing in and a one-handed snag when flaring out into the shallow flats. He was one of the most active pass catchers of the day.”

Cuevas was drafted by the Ravens in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.