Immediately after officially parting ways with the Baltimore Ravens, offensive lineman Ben Cleveland sent shockwaves through the NFL by publicly signaling his desire to join the Green Bay Packers. Just hours after leaving Baltimore, Cleveland delivered a clear and deliberate message: he is not chasing spotlight or leverage — he is chasing purpose. To him, Green Bay represents tradition, accountability, and championships earned the hard way.
During his time in a Ravens uniform, Cleveland was never the loudest name on the stat sheet, but he was a quiet pillar along the offensive line during the team’s most physical stretches. His massive frame, punishing play style, and willingness to absorb contact made him a dependable presence when games turned ugly. “The road to a Super Bowl isn’t built on highlights,” Cleveland once said, “it’s built on collisions most people never see.” That belief is exactly why he views Green Bay as the right next chapter.
What stands out most is not just the destination, but the way Cleveland is approaching it. According to league sources, he is willing to take less money, accept a reduced role, and do whatever is required to fit into the bigger picture. He is not asking to be featured — he is asking to contribute.
“If Green Bay gives me the opportunity, I’ll take it with everything I have,” Cleveland said. “I don’t need promises or attention — just a chance. I’ve always wanted to wear that jersey, live up to that standard, and give everything I have to help the Packers get back to where they belong.”
For Green Bay, the interest carries real significance. The Packers are in a phase of reinforcing their foundation — blending young talent with veterans who understand what disciplined football looks like behind closed doors. Cleveland doesn’t arrive with guarantees or headlines. He arrives with experience forged in playoff trenches, and a mindset built for cold weather, long seasons, and unglamorous work.
“You’re not just adding depth,” one league insider noted. “You’re adding someone who understands what winning cultures demand on a daily basis.”
If a deal comes together, it would send a clear signal from Green Bay: that returning to Super Bowl contention means recommitting to identity, toughness, and sacrifice. Cleveland made his intentions simple and unmistakable.
“I’m not here to extend a career,” he said. “I’m here to finish something the right way.”
For the Packers, it could be a convergence that feels familiar — a veteran ready to give everything for the team, and a franchise that has always believed championships are built long before Sunday.
