The Baltimore Ravens have a challenging offseason ahead, as they will need to make critical decisions regarding 24 players set to become free agents in 2026. Among these decisions, two players stand out as essential for the team”s Super Bowl ambitions.
First on the list is Tyler Linderbaum, a center who has established himself as one of the league”s elite players. Having made the Pro Bowl in each of his last three seasons with the Ravens, Linderbaum is widely regarded as a top-five center in the NFL. His performance last season was impressive, allowing only 26 pressures and two sacks over 1,007 snaps, while also earning a commendable overall grade of 80.3 from Pro Football Focus. With a projected salary of around $17-18 million per year in free agency, the Ravens must act quickly to secure his services, especially with the New York Giants possibly vying for him under their new head coach, John Harbaugh.
Another key player the Ravens cannot afford to lose is safety Gilman, who significantly impacted the defense after being acquired from the Los Angeles Chargers mid-season. In just 12 games with Baltimore, he recorded 68 tackles, six pass deflections, two fumble recoveries, and even scored a defensive touchdown. His performance earned him a solid grade of 70.4 from Pro Football Focus, ranking him 24th among 98 safeties in the league. His chemistry with fellow safety Kyle Hamilton and familiarity with the defensive system run by Minter make him a valuable asset the Ravens should strive to retain.
As the Ravens look to rebound from an 8-9 record in the previous season, keeping Linderbaum and Gilman on the roster will be crucial for their future success. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the front office, led by Eric DeCosta, navigates these important decisions in the coming weeks.
