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Baltimore has begun the process of rebuilding its roster after a 26-24 loss in Pittsburgh in Week 18 that set in motion John Harbaugh's firing, the Steelers' loss to the Texans, Mike Tomlin's stepping down, and the former Ravens coach landing with the New York Giants.
For Baltimore, there will be questions about quarterback Lamar Jackson and a defense that melted down late.
The Ravens will initially have 22 unrestricted free agents, according to Over The Cap, with big names like Tyler Linderbaum, Isaiah Likely, Kyle Van Noy, Dre'Mont Jones, Alohi Gilman, Chidobe Awuzie, and Ar'Darius Washington among those Eric DeCosta will have to decide on. Odafe Oweh was one of the biggest names on the list, but he was traded, while Kyle Hamilon and Mark Andrews signed huge contract extensions.
The new league year is fast approaching, and with over one month until the Super Bowl, the NFL released key dates for the calendar year. The most important date after the Super Bowl is the early negotiation window. That'll open on March 9, giving teams two days to negotiate before free agency and the new league year kicks off on March 11.
With the off-season in full swing, we're taking an early look at five free agents the Ravens have to re-sign.
Age: 29
Entering Week 16, Jones was leading the Ravens in pressures (20) and quick pressures (8) since they acquired him in Week 10. Among Ravens defenders with 150 pass rush snaps, Jones led all Baltimore defenders in Pass rush win rate. Overall, Jones had 2.5 sacks and 15 quarterback hits for the Ravens, which, coupled with his production in Tennessee, gives him seven sacks and 24 quarterback hits total in 2025, both career highs.
[IMG alt="Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) reacts after a defensive penalty against the Green Bay Packers gives the Ravens a first down on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Ravens won the game, 41-24.
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Age: 26
Linderbaum, the team's top pending free agent, said he "absolutely” wants to return. The Ravens did not pick up his fifth-year option last offseason, but he still could return on a deal that puts him in the top five highest-paid centers.
Age: 27
While the Ravens' depth chart lists Washington as the backup strong safety behind Kyle Hamilton, he's a key contributor at other positions in the defensive backfield.
Age: 31
The 30-year-old cornerback had his moments in 2025, and his 74.7 grade from PFF was 14th best in the NFL.
Age: 28
Huntley played well in relief of Lamar Jackson and is a candidate to return.
Age: 28
Stout earned a Pro Bowl nod after his 50.1 yards per punt average was 5th in the NFL.
Age: 26
Likely had his training camp derailed by a broken foot, and it was inconsistent from there. His training camp was cut short after he broke his foot in late July during a one-on-one drill. He missed the start of the season and finished with 27 catches on 36 targets for 307 yards, all career lows.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: NFL Free Agency: 5 players the Baltimore Ravens need to re-sign
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For Baltimore, there will be questions about quarterback Lamar Jackson and a defense that melted down late.
The Ravens will initially have 22 unrestricted free agents, according to Over The Cap, with big names like Tyler Linderbaum, Isaiah Likely, Kyle Van Noy, Dre'Mont Jones, Alohi Gilman, Chidobe Awuzie, and Ar'Darius Washington among those Eric DeCosta will have to decide on. Odafe Oweh was one of the biggest names on the list, but he was traded, while Kyle Hamilon and Mark Andrews signed huge contract extensions.
The new league year is fast approaching, and with over one month until the Super Bowl, the NFL released key dates for the calendar year. The most important date after the Super Bowl is the early negotiation window. That'll open on March 9, giving teams two days to negotiate before free agency and the new league year kicks off on March 11.
With the off-season in full swing, we're taking an early look at five free agents the Ravens have to re-sign.
DT Dre'Mont Jones: UFA
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Age: 29
Entering Week 16, Jones was leading the Ravens in pressures (20) and quick pressures (8) since they acquired him in Week 10. Among Ravens defenders with 150 pass rush snaps, Jones led all Baltimore defenders in Pass rush win rate. Overall, Jones had 2.5 sacks and 15 quarterback hits for the Ravens, which, coupled with his production in Tennessee, gives him seven sacks and 24 quarterback hits total in 2025, both career highs.
C Tyler Linderbaum: UFA
[IMG alt="Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) reacts after a defensive penalty against the Green Bay Packers gives the Ravens a first down on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Ravens won the game, 41-24.
Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin"]https://media.zenfs.com/en/baltimor...es_532/1a4b4f6e403dd36d0b60453b942f54f0[/IMG]
Age: 26
Linderbaum, the team's top pending free agent, said he "absolutely” wants to return. The Ravens did not pick up his fifth-year option last offseason, but he still could return on a deal that puts him in the top five highest-paid centers.
DB Ar'Darius Washington: UFA
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Age: 27
While the Ravens' depth chart lists Washington as the backup strong safety behind Kyle Hamilton, he's a key contributor at other positions in the defensive backfield.
DB Chidobe Awuzie: UFA
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Age: 31
The 30-year-old cornerback had his moments in 2025, and his 74.7 grade from PFF was 14th best in the NFL.
QB Tyler Huntley: UFA
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Age: 28
Huntley played well in relief of Lamar Jackson and is a candidate to return.
P Jordan Stout: UFA
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Age: 28
Stout earned a Pro Bowl nod after his 50.1 yards per punt average was 5th in the NFL.
TE Isaiah Likely: UFA
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Age: 26
Likely had his training camp derailed by a broken foot, and it was inconsistent from there. His training camp was cut short after he broke his foot in late July during a one-on-one drill. He missed the start of the season and finished with 27 catches on 36 targets for 307 yards, all career lows.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: NFL Free Agency: 5 players the Baltimore Ravens need to re-sign
Continue reading...
