The Longtime Former President of Baltimore Ravens Reveals Cancer Diagnosis — “Every Bears Victory Keeps My Spirit Alive”

Baltimore, MD – September 29, 2025

Dick Cass, the longtime former President of the Baltimore Ravens from 2004 to 2022, has announced he has been diagnosed with cancer. At 73, the Ravens' steady executive leader vowed to confront the illness with the unflinching tenacity that steered the franchise through eras of excellence and expansion.

“I have recently been diagnosed with cancer and am under the care of an exceptional medical team,” Cass said in a statement. “Every Ravens touchdown at M&T Bank Stadium fuels my resolve, and I’m leaning on that Purple pride to tackle this challenge.”

Cass stepped into the role of President in 2004, bringing his expertise as a sports attorney to guide the organization post-Modell ownership. Over his 18-year tenure, he oversaw triumphs like the Super Bowl XLVII victory in 2013 and navigated key milestones, including stadium renovations, salary cap mastery, and bolstering the Ravens' reputation as a model NFL franchise.

He transitioned daily operations to successor Sashi Brown in 2022 after cementing the Ravens' status as a pillar of Baltimore sports, fostering innovation in player development and fan engagement while honoring the city's unyielding spirit.

Since retiring, Cass has remained deeply involved in philanthropy and legal advocacy, supporting youth education and community health initiatives in the Greater Baltimore area—efforts that reflect the Ravens' commitment to giving back he championed.

Fans, alumni, and former players poured out messages of prayer and solidarity on social media following the announcement. For the Ravens Flock, Cass's quiet strength embodies the team's legacy of grit and glory, from championship parades to comeback seasons that define Baltimore's heart.