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USA Today
10-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens land in the middle of the pack in a ranking of all 32 NFL offensive lines
We certainly have to throw the challenge flag on this one. For most of us, the dream of climbing the NFL ladder and joining the Baltimore Ravens probably ended at high school's conclusion. Sure, we all were good. We just weren't that good, but we still know what good football looks like. Much is expected of John Harbaugh and company. They accomplished much during the 2024-25 campaign and followed that up with a productive spring and summer. Once last season's Pro Bowl roster was announced, the Ravens saw 11 of their players voted on as members. Two (Ronnie Stanley and Tyler Linderbaum) played on their offensive line. Pro Football Focus, one of the game's favorite destinations for statistical data, recently ranked every NFL team's offensive line. The Ravens landed in the middle of the pack, which is a head-scratcher. A 17th-place finish, one stacking them almost halfway down the list, doesn't seem to reflect the results we saw from Baltimore's offense. Zoltán Buday is the writer of this one. Here's what he said on the subject: "The Ravens' offensive line was a significant concern going into the 2024 season, but the group defied expectations while protecting quarterback Lamar Jackson and opening lanes for running back Derrick Henry. Baltimore re-signed left tackle Ronnie Stanley in free agency, and while he is not the player he once was, his 80.9 PFF pass-blocking grade in 2024 was a reminder of his previous form. Tyler Linderbaum is already among the best centers in the league, especially in run blocking. However, the other three positions might cause problems for Baltimore's offense." That still doesn't seem to justify a ranking of 17. Everyone mentioned was phenomenal last season. PFF spends tons of time gathering data and releasing its stats, but the eyeball test never fails. It's tried and true. It has always worked. It always will. Here's what ours told us last season. Baltimore's offensive line helped spring Derrick Henry for 1,921 yards on the ground. He led all NFL rushers with 16 touchdowns. For his efforts, he earned Pro Bowl and Second-Team All-Pro honors. The Ravens' offensive front had a lot to do with that. Lamar Jackson, also a Pro Bowler and All-Pro (first team), eclipsed 4,000 yards passing and tossed 41 TDs. He ran for an additional 915 yards and four TDs. Again, the O-line has a lot to do with that. If you're interested in where the Rivals fell, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Cleveland Browns, and the Cincinnati Bengals ranked 21st, 27th, and 31st, respectively. Based on what we've seen from each of them, those rankings all make sense, but the Ravens seem undervalued. The league's 17th-best O-line doesn't help fuel this type of production. We've watched this team for several seasons. We don't see a middle-of-the-pack O-line. The challenge flag has been thrown. Respectfully, here's the demand for a recount.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where is Commanders LT Laremy Tunsil ranked on the NFL's top 100 players list?
It's not often you can acquire a five-time Pro Bowl left tackle without giving up a first-round pick. That's what Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters did this offseason, sending multiple draft picks to the Houston Texans for Laremy Tunsil. Tunsil immediately filled one of Washington's important holes, protecting quarterback Jayden Daniels' blind side. While Tunsil had a down year, for his standards, last season due to several pre-snap penalties, he remains one of the NFL's premier offensive tackles. Advertisement As the NFL Network continues to release its list of the top 100 players, it was Tunsil's turn on Wednesday. Tunsil was ranked as the No. 86 player in the NFL for the 2025 season. Former teammate and running back Joe Mixon spoke of Tunsil's impact on the field, calling him one of the NFL's best left tackles and praising his preparation. Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum praised Tunsil's technique before speaking on his physicality and ability to do things that other players aren't physically capable of doing. Chargers offensive tackle Joe Alt says there are parts of Tunsil's game that he tries to model. Eagles All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson spoke about Tunsil's hand strength and quick feet, which are necessary elements for a left tackle. Advertisement How good is Tunsil? Some considered last season a down year for him due to the penalties, but he remains a dominant pass protector, which is excellent news for Daniels. He went seven games without allowing a single pressure in 2024. Tunsil is the first Washington player ranked thus far, with Daniels, linebacker Bobby Wagner and wide receiver Terry McLaurin almost certain to hear their names called. This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Commanders LT Laremy Tunsil is named to NFL top 100 players list
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NFL's top 100 shocker: Ravens dominate list with budget superstars
NFL's top 100 shocker (Image via Getty) As other NFL franchises scramble to balance big contracts with cap constraints, the Baltimore Ravens are showing how to win with value. Stacked with Pro Bowlers on cost-efficient deals, Baltimore's roster was just spotlighted in CBS Sports' Top 100 and 'All-Bargain Team. ' With stars like Tyler Linderbaum and Kyle Hamilton still on rookie contracts, the Ravens are turning smart spending into serious Super Bowl potential. Two stars, one strategy: Elite talent on rookie deals Tyler Linderbaum was ranked as the NFL's second-best center by PFF heading into 2025, despite carrying just a $4.2M cap hit this season. He's already a multi-time Pro Bowler and could soon join the Ravens' list of extended cornerstones. Safety Kyle Hamilton, a back-to-back All-Pro and defensive game-changer, is still playing under his rookie deal at just $5.2M in 2026. Both players are now eligible for contract talks this summer. Baltimore's front office has mastered the art of maximizing cap space while locking down elite players before market spikes. Instead of chasing high-priced veterans, the Ravens focus on drafting well and negotiating early — a strategy that's kept their core intact. CBS Sports named six Ravens in its 2025 Top 100, with two being among the league's best bargains. That balance of performance and payroll makes them one of the NFL's most sustainable contenders. Lamar's supporting cast grows without overspending Lamar Jackson may be the face of the franchise, but it's his supporting cast that shows Baltimore's brilliance. While other top quarterbacks have costlier lineups, the Ravens built around Lamar with ascending stars like Linderbaum and Hamilton — all without straining their budget. With room to extend key players and flexibility for midseason moves, the Ravens remain playoff-ready without financial panic. Their strategic depth is now being recognized leaguewide. Also read: AFC on Alert: Kansas City Chiefs still cast the longest shadow in the conference The Ravens are more than contenders — they're a case study in front-office excellence. With smart contracts, timely drafting, and standout production from young stars, Baltimore has built a championship roster without paying championship prices. And that's a win both on the field and on the books. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
USA Today
13-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ravens urgency grows after another glowing evaluation of Tyler Linderbaum
Ravens urgency grows after another glowing evaluation of Tyler Linderbaum Ravens may want to expediate their plans for Tyler Linderbaum's extension after yet another stellar review. It doesn't typically take long to distinguish 'special'. There's a reason why some prospects receive first-round grades and others don't. The Baltimore Ravens saw something in Tyler Linderbaum before making him the 25th player taken during the 2022 NFL Draft. Then again, everyone did. It isn't typical to discuss the Iowa Hawkeyes and revel in things they are doing on offense. Tyler changed that, for a season at least, but after shining during his final collegiate seasons, every NFL team was on notice as he declared he was ready to conquer the next level, football's highest. 2021 was the crowning jewel as he racked up a lot of hardware for the shelf. In addition to a First-Team All-Big Ten nod (his second), he won the Rimington Trophy and Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year honors. He was also named a Unanimous All-American. No one doubted his talent would translate to the NFL, but just in case there was someone who might have, Mr. Linderbaum has certainly extinguished any concern in which he is mentioned. Consecutive Pro Bowl nods followed a spot on the 2022 Pro Football Writers Association's All-Rookie Team nods after the 2023 and 2024 Ravens seasons. Now comes the obligatory question about pay. When might an extension come? The Ravens may want to quicken their plan for Tyler Linderbaum after PFF's recent mention As seasons pass and the pages of the calendar turn, salaries get more exaggerated and expensive. Don't look now, but time has flown. Tyler Linderbaum enters year four of his rookie contract, and so far, there's been no news of an extension. By being a first-round draft choice, a fifth-year club option is baked into his deal, but the Ravens seemingly don't want to wait too long to get him squared away. As time passes and he adds to his resume, his price tag is only going to get larger. Public perception also plays a role in things sometimes, and if Pro Football Focus is right in its assessment, Tyler may be staring at a jackpot payday. PFF stacked the NFL's top 32 centers, and Tyler ranked second, behind only Creed Humphrey of the Kansas City Chiefs. Mason Cameron, the writer of this one, offered his explanation. "After three seasons of excellent production at the heart of Baltimore's protection scheme, Linderbaum has proven to be one of the NFL's premier run blockers. The Ravens center is particularly adept as a zone blocker, where he has earned a 91.7 PFF run-blocking grade on zone concepts across his career, placing him in the 91st percentile at the position." Postseason accolades and being viewed as the game's second-best center are some stellar weaponry to take to the negotiating table. Neil Cornrich of NC Sports is Linderbaum's agent, and he has to be licking his chops. Eric DeCosta is one of the best in his field. There is no doubt that he'll get a deal done, but he may have a lot to think about in this case. Following Rashod Bateman's recent extension, several other Ravens need new deals of their own. Linderbaum is among that number, and now he has leverage and growing momentum. We'll see what happens during the coming months.
USA Today
23-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Tyler Linderbaum is the Ravens' leading candidate to win the Protector of the Year award
Tyler Linderbaum is the Ravens' leading candidate to win the Protector of the Year award Wednesday saw the National Football League announce a new annual individual award, the Protector of the Year. The new plaudit honors the league's top overall offensive lineman, and it will be decided by a panel that includes former offensive linemen. The most unsung heroes on the gridiron will now be..."sung" I guess. So, who will be the inaugural recipient of the big boy's award? None of the top candidates reside on the Baltimore Ravens roster right now, but you never know how the 2025 season will play out. Last season, the Ravens' offensive line came together as a unit as the season progressed, and some members of the position group played their best ball in the later portions of the campaign. In looking at the Pro Football Focus grades of the Ravens' offensive line, Tyler Linderbaum leads the way, with a 78.1 rating. That's good for fifth among NFL centers, and with that, the former Iowa Hawkeye has the best chances of any Raven to claim the award. If so, he'll certainly reset the market for centers. After Linderbaum, you have left tackle Ronnie Stanley, with an even 71, good for 37th among NFL tackles. The former Fighting Irish star found his top form again this past season. On the other side, Rookie Roger Rosengarten registered a 66.9, which ranked 44th in the league. With the guards, we see a significant drop-off. Daniel Faalele checked in at 49th overall, with a 60.5, while Patrick Mekari is right behind him at 51st, with a 60.0.
