Despite not getting drafted over the weekend, now-former University of Connecticut quarterback Joe Fagnano secured an NFL opportunity by accepting an invitation to Baltimore Ravens rookie mini-camp.

Well, it turns out that Fagnano is going to get more than an opportunity, with Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reporting that Fagnano has agreed to a three-year deal with Baltimore. While it's unclear exactly how much money the deal is worth at this time, it's clear that Fagnano will get the opportunity to back up and learn behind former MVP Lamar Jackson.

Fagnano spent seven seasons in college (2019-25), taking full advantage of redshirt years and COVID exemptions. He played four years at the University of Maine and then spent three years at UConn, serving as the starter in 2024 and 2025. This past season, he completed 69 percent of his passes for 3,448 yards. He had 28 touchdowns against just one interception and a passer rating of 161.0.

UConn went 9-3 in the regular season and earned a spot in the Fenway Bowl, which it lost to Army. He did not play in that bowl game. The Huskies finished 9-4.

While we don't claim to know everything about the Ravens situation, it's obvious that after seven years of college experience, Fagnano has a rare combination of age and experience. That means that should he need to play for the Ravens, he's got a better chance of not being phased by the moment.

Furthermore, it's fair to acknowledge that Jackson missed four games in 2025 because of injury, in addition to missing a game in 2023 and multiple games in both 2021 and 2022. Because of that, there's certainly a chance that Fagnano could find himself in a game during the 2026 campaign.

One interesting thing to note: The Ravens offense is largely predicated on Jackson's ability to scramble and make plays with his feet. In three years at UConn, Fagnano had only 93 credited rushing attempts for 223 yards. He averaged just 2.4 yards per rush and 9.3 yards per game.

The Huskies have several quarterbacks in the room who will vie for playing time under first-year head coach Jason Candle. Kalieb Osborne, a transfer from Toledo, will battle with Tucker McDonald, freshman Bo Polston, and Tyler Smith.

The Huskies open up the season on Sept. 5 against Lafayette before hosting Big 10 foe Maryland on Sept. 12.

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