The Ravens will have to change course this offseason after losing center Tyler Linderbaum to the Las Vegas Raiders.The three-time Pro Bowl center has reportedly agreed to a three-year, $81 million deal with the Raiders, making him the highest-paid interior lineman in NFL history. The previous record for a center signing was $18 million per season, shattered by the $27 million Linderbaum received. The Ravens could not afford to pay that much to keep Linderbaum and will need to find a replacement as they look to rebuild the interior offensive line. They could turn to free agency or towards the draft to replace Linderbaum. Here is a look at five names that the team should look at.Elgton JenkinsThe former Green Bay Packer was a salary-cap relief cut this offseason and could be an option for the Ravens at center. The former two-time Pro Bowler has played every position on the offensive line, mostly at guard. He was primarily a center in college and was considered the top center by most in the 2019 draft class. He is coming off a down season in which he only played in nine games for the Packers, but he could provide the Ravens with a veteran presence to ease the loss of Linderbaum. Jenkins would not cost the team a compensatory draft pick because he was released by Green Bay. The biggest question for the Ravens is the cost. It would probably take a $15 million-per-year deal to sign a player of his caliber, which the Ravens may not be able to afford. Lloyd CushenberryThe former third-round pick by the Denver Broncos in 2022, Cushenberry has been a center his entire NFL career. He spent the last two seasons with the Tennessee Titans, starting in 15 games last season. He is a veteran who is under 30 and would not be as expensive an option as Jenkins. The concern about Cushenberry is his health. He was released with a failed physical designation, despite playing most of the season for the Titans. He did suffer a torn Achilles tendon in 2024 that forced him to miss half of the season. He was having a career year before suffering the injury and could be a bargain if the Ravens can get him to return to his old form.Connor LewIf the Ravens turn to the draft for help at center, then Connor Lew, out of the University of Auburn, could be an option. He would have been considered the top center in this year’s draft, but a knee injury in October 2025 leaves him doubtful to be ready for the start of the NFL season. Lew has three years of starting experience in the tough SEC conference and is known for his NFL-ready pass blocking. During his sophomore year, he allowed only one sack in 442 snaps that season. His issues in run blocking are what NFL scouts are worried about and the fact that his knee will make training camp questionable for him is another factor. Sam HechtAnother option for the Ravens in the draft could be Sam Hecht. The former Kansas State Wildcat has made a name for himself this past year and could be the first center taken in the draft. Hecht has scouts buzzing after a strong showing at this year’s Senior Bowl and has solidified his status as a top-100 NFL prospect. Like Lew, Hecht is known for his pass blocking skills. In two seasons as a starter, he did not allow a sack in over 800 snaps. He is also known for his discipline, as he had zero accepted flags last season and only two in his time as a starter. There are questions about his size and strength at the next level, but his progression during his college years has NFL teams interested.

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The Ravens will have to change course this offseason after losing center Tyler Linderbaum to the Las Vegas Raiders.

The three-time Pro Bowl center has reportedly agreed to a three-year, $81 million deal with the Raiders, making him the highest-paid interior lineman in NFL history. The previous record for a center signing was $18 million per season, shattered by the $27 million Linderbaum received.

The Ravens could not afford to pay that much to keep Linderbaum and will need to find a replacement as they look to rebuild the interior offensive line. They could turn to free agency or towards the draft to replace Linderbaum. Here is a look at five names that the team should look at.

Elgton Jenkins

The former Green Bay Packer was a salary-cap relief cut this offseason and could be an option for the Ravens at center. The former two-time Pro Bowler has played every position on the offensive line, mostly at guard. He was primarily a center in college and was considered the top center by most in the 2019 draft class.

He is coming off a down season in which he only played in nine games for the Packers, but he could provide the Ravens with a veteran presence to ease the loss of Linderbaum. Jenkins would not cost the team a compensatory draft pick because he was released by Green Bay. The biggest question for the Ravens is the cost. It would probably take a $15 million-per-year deal to sign a player of his caliber, which the Ravens may not be able to afford.

Lloyd Cushenberry

The former third-round pick by the Denver Broncos in 2022, Cushenberry has been a center his entire NFL career. He spent the last two seasons with the Tennessee Titans, starting in 15 games last season. He is a veteran who is under 30 and would not be as expensive an option as Jenkins.

The concern about Cushenberry is his health. He was released with a failed physical designation, despite playing most of the season for the Titans. He did suffer a torn Achilles tendon in 2024 that forced him to miss half of the season. He was having a career year before suffering the injury and could be a bargain if the Ravens can get him to return to his old form.

Connor Lew

If the Ravens turn to the draft for help at center, then Connor Lew, out of the University of Auburn, could be an option. He would have been considered the top center in this year’s draft, but a knee injury in October 2025 leaves him doubtful to be ready for the start of the NFL season.

Lew has three years of starting experience in the tough SEC conference and is known for his NFL-ready pass blocking. During his sophomore year, he allowed only one sack in 442 snaps that season. His issues in run blocking are what NFL scouts are worried about and the fact that his knee will make training camp questionable for him is another factor.

Sam Hecht

Another option for the Ravens in the draft could be Sam Hecht. The former Kansas State Wildcat has made a name for himself this past year and could be the first center taken in the draft. Hecht has scouts buzzing after a strong showing at this year’s Senior Bowl and has solidified his status as a top-100 NFL prospect.

Like Lew, Hecht is known for his pass blocking skills. In two seasons as a starter, he did not allow a sack in over 800 snaps. He is also known for his discipline, as he had zero accepted flags last season and only two in his time as a starter. There are questions about his size and strength at the next level, but his progression during his college years has NFL teams interested.

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