Ravens have offered Tyler Linderbaum a ‘market-setting’ contract; will not use franchise tag

Ravens Extend ‘Market-Setting’ Contract Offer to Tyler Linderbaum, Opt Against Franchise Tag The Ravens face a critical challenge as center Tyler Linderbaum heads to free agency in March. General manager Eric DeCosta stated the team has a “market-setting” offer to secure him as the highest-paid center, potentially surpassing $18 million annually. However, Linderbaum’s agent has … Read more

Ravens Potential 2026 Free Agent Targets: Defensive Tackle

Potential 2026 Free Agent Targets for Ravens: Defensive Tackles With the 2025 NFL season concluded, the Baltimore Ravens face a crucial offseason, focusing on free agency to retool their roster after a disappointing non-playoff year. Key positional needs must be addressed, especially at defensive tackle, where several impactful free agents are available. Notable targets include … Read more

Why the Ravens should not use the franchise tag on Tyler Linderbaum

Reasons the Ravens Should Avoid Using the Franchise Tag on Tyler Linderbaum The NFL’s franchise tag window opened, and the Baltimore Ravens are contemplating tagging Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum. However, tagging him is impractical due to the offensive lineman category grouping, which inflates his tag value to potentially $27.9 million—far above his worth. The … Read more