An Elon Musk-led venture picked Baltimore to get a free tunnel. The Ravens backed out the next day
By Kate Amara, Jake Shindel
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BALTIMORE (WBAL) — A day after an Elon Musk-led venture announced Baltimore was selected to receive a free, underground tunnel, the Ravens backed out.
The news comes after the Ravens Loop was announced as one of 16 finalists — among more than 500 submissions — for The Boring Company’s Tunnel Vision Challenge.
The Baltimore project, named Ravens Loop, will not move forward, according to the Ravens and a post on X from The Boring Company.
“After initial meetings, this project unfortunately will not be moving forward as part of the competition,” the post read.
Last month, the Ravens apparently entered the contest to get a free, one-mile underground tunnel built in Baltimore — similar to the one the company constructed in Las Vegas.
The Ravens said the project’s selection marked “a compelling opportunity,” but said they were backing out of the proposal.
Details regarding the Ravens Loop are scarce. The loop’s location is unknown, as is who actually submitted the proposal.
Sources told WBAL-TV 11 News that the Ravens entered the contest all on their own, without collaborating with or notifying any public official or agency — including Baltimore City.
“Everyone knows I love my football team dearly, but I wholeheartedly support their decision to pull out of this application. Because quite frankly, they couldn’t have done it without my approval or the governor’s approval. I can only speak for myself. It was not something that I would be approving,” said Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott.
The Governor’s Office has not responded to a request for information about the project. The Maryland Stadium Authority and The Boring Company also have yet to respond.
In a statement, Chad Steele, senior vice president of communications for the Ravens, said:
“The Boring Company identified Baltimore as a potential site through its Tunnel Vision Challenge, presenting a possibly compelling opportunity for the region.
“While we appreciate being selected, the concept is only in the exploratory phase and following discussions with public partners, we have determined we will not continue with the process at this time.
“We are grateful for the collaboration and remain supportive of initiatives that drive innovation and investment in Baltimore.”
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