The Baltimore Ravens have the fourth-best odds to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. Led by perennial MVP candidate Lamar Jackson and bruising but nimble running back Derrick Henry, the buzz around the league and Charm City is this could be the year.
Couple that with a dynamic defense with playmakers at every level and the Ravens have the look of a champion. One of Jackson’s main targets is wide receiver Rashod Bateman who will be looking for a bounce-back season following a down 2025 season. Off the field Bateman is dealing with some domestic drama, and things took an even further twist when the mother of their 3-month-old recanted her story after having the former Minnesota Golden Gophers star arrested.
Bateman Arrested But Now Says Story Fabricated
In the aftermath of having Bateman arrested for what the infant’s mother, Marissa Crumley, says was assault, with him even pushing her into a wall, five days later she recanted the allegations, saying, “He did not push me or put hands on me in any way.”
He admitted motive in the initial report was she wanted to get Ravens star in trouble in any way possible.
Crumley Says Police Pressured Her To File Charges
In her filing, Crumley also alleged that officers pressured her to identify Bateman and invaded her privacy during the investigation.
And despite the recanted shove allegation, Bateman still faces three pending misdemeanor counts in Georgia, including battery/family violence, reckless conduct, and first-degree criminal damage to property.
The charges stem from accusations that he used a screwdriver to smash the windshield and windows of Crumley’s car during the same June 3 incident while their infant daughter was present.
Fans Have Plenty To Say On This One
Crumley’e recanting of the story has fans all over social media believing she should face legal action, with some even calling for jail time.
“A resounding yes she should go jail!! Police resources were wasted and the level of unwarranted scorn put on Mr. Bateman! He should get his affairs in order and leave! Let his agent and attorneys handle this!” a fan said.
“Her actions should have consequences. These women who lie on men and admit it need to be held accountable. Along with paying his legal fees,” another fan said.
“Ask Marcellus Wiley what should happen? Sistas calling the cops on black men over false pretense….. think about that!!!!!” someone else replied.
“She SHOULD be charged and do 30 days in jail!! This ruins reputations! The apology is NEVER as loud as the accusation!,” a person commented.
“Lock her up,” a fan quipped.
“Found his way out. Close the case and leave her,” another fan spewed.
