Former Ravens tight ends Dennis Pitta and Todd Heap are teaming up again. On Thursday, the two announced their investment in Caddix, an innovative cleat company focused on player safety.
Caddix is aiming to revolutionize the cleat industry with reimagined technology.
"I am thrilled to team up with Caddix and contribute to a groundbreaking innovation in cleat design and functionality," Heap said in a statement. "Caddix's SmartStuds technology is a game-changer that will revolutionize the way athletes play. Their steadfast dedication to boosting performance and ensuring player safety resonates deeply with my love for sports.
"I am honored to be part of this team and am eager to witness the transformative impact these cleats will have on athletes across all levels of competition."
Pitta and Heap overlapped in Baltimore in 2010, and both made lasting impacts on the Ravens. Heap is the franchise's all-time leader in touchdown receptions, and Pitta was a key part of Baltimore's Super Bowl XLVII team.
Caddix was founded in 2023, and their cleat technology aims to reduce the chance of injury without compromising style or functionality. The cleats feature SmartStuds, which allows each stud to flex and reduce the rotational load that is often responsible for non-contact injuries.
"As a professional athlete who has faced non-contact injuries throughout my NFL career, I truly appreciate the groundbreaking technology and benefits that Caddix cleats offer," Pitta stated. "By prioritizing innovation, safety and performance, Caddix is revolutionizing sports equipment, setting a new standard for player protection and performance enhancement.
"Their commitment to research-driven science and uncompromising testing have raised the bar for player safety without compromising on-field performance. Caddix is reshaping the game and redefining what it means to compete at the highest level, and I am honored to join the revolution."
After strong playing careers, the two former Ravens aren't done in the sports world.
"Having Todd and Dennis onboard has been invaluable," said Caddix founder Jack Rasmassen, a Baltimore native who was also a college football punter. "We are thrilled to welcome individuals whose vision and work ethic harmonize with ours. Their remarkable backgrounds made them the obvious choice. Their firsthand knowledge and experience with injuries and their commitment to helping others make them ideal additions to the Caddix team."
