Baltimore, MD – July 6, 2025
A former Cowboys edge rusher ignited controversy with a fiery jab at his old team. His bold words, aired publicly, fuel the growing tension between two historic NFL franchises, per ESPN.
The veteran’s critique targeted Dallas’ decision to let him walk after a career-best stretch. His move to Baltimore, one of the league’s most feared defenses, carries heavy meaning, per The Athletic.
Dorance Armstrong blasted the Cowboys on The Pivot Podcast: “They had their minds made up. I wasn’t part of the plan anymore. So I signed with a team that never hesitates to hit back. Every sack is personal.”
Armstrong, signed for $33 million over three years in 2025, recorded 7 sacks in 2024. Dallas’ choice to prioritize younger edge rushers stung — driving his Ravens mission, per NFL.com.
His “personal” snaps target the NFC team that underestimated his growth. Armstrong’s role as a key edge presence bolsters Baltimore’s top-five defense, per Pro-Football-Reference.com.
John Harbaugh embraced Armstrong immediately: “He’s got edge. He’s got attitude. And he’s got something to prove,” per Ravens.com. His intensity, filling the void left by Jadeveon Clowney, fuels Baltimore’s renewed Super Bowl LX chase, per The Athletic.
Ravens' Will Grier Fires Back at Cowboys:
"They said I wasn’t worth the money. That I couldn’t finish games. So I signed with the team they never want to face. I’m in Baltimore now — and every snap is personal." pic.twitter.com/G5JI6Ru4ug— MORGAN (@MORGAN671817548) July 6, 2025
With strong cap management and a focused core, the Ravens added Armstrong to strengthen their pass rush, while solidifying their identity as a defense-first contender, per Spotrac.
As training camp looms, Armstrong’s words echo through Owings Mills. Can his fire light the path to a Lombardi? Ravens Flock is watching closely.
Stay tuned to ESPN.
