Tyler Linderbaum

The Baltimore Ravens are not exercising the fifth-year option on center Tyler Linderbaum's rookie contract.

Fantasy Impact

Linderbaum's declined fifth-year option has little to do with his performance so far in the NFL, as financially it was a moot point for Baltimore. The option was worth $23.4 million, while the highest-paid center in the NFL makes $18 million per year, per Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. This means Linderbaum is playing the 2024 season on the final year of his deal, but the Ravens said in their official statement that they plan to keep him in Baltimore for the long term.

Tyler Linderbaum told reporters there have been no conversations about his upcoming 5th-year option or a possible contract extension.

Fantasy Impact

Linderbaum told reporters a new deal is not a focus for him. It is possible we see the two sides begin to discuss an extension at some point later in the offseason.

Tyler Linderbaum practiced for second straight time while wearing red non-contact jersey on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Linderbaum returned to practice earlier in the week after being sidelined due to a neck injury. He appears on track to be good to go for the season opener on Thursday next week.

Tyler Linderbaum (neck) made his return to practice on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Linderbaum has been out since early August thanks to a neck injury, but he was finally able to make his return to the practice field on Monday. This is great news for the Ravens, who start their season a week from Thursday in the NFL opener against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Tyler Linderbaum was not present at Ravens practice on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

It is not clear what the reason was for the absence of Linderbaum. There should be another update on his status if he misses another day of practice.