ESPN names Ravens' biggest need and it's Lamar Jackson-centric

The Baltimore Ravens' offseason has been an interesting one to watch play out, mainly due to the failed trade of Maxx Crosby.

But let's move on.

The franchise lost some key players in Tyler Linderbaum and Isaiah Likely, and hasn't replaced them in free agency, leaving two big offensive holes for the Ravens, who will also have a new offensive coordinator as well.

For ESPN's Jamison Hensley, Baltimore's biggest need is clear to see.

The Ravens' biggest need is clearly fortifying the interior offensive line for quarterback Lamar Jackson," Hensley wrote. "Baltimore has the major challenge of replacing Tyler Linderbaum. After the signing of longtime backup center Danny Pinter, it wouldn't be surprising if the Ravens selected a center in the first or second round.”

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Ravens' center path not ideal

Sure, drafting a center is one option, but for a franchise looking to win the Super Bowl, having a rookie at one of the most important positions in football is far from ideal.

Free agency has taken the top players off the board, so I wonder if there is a trade the Ravens could swing, because Lamar needs a top center.

Yes, the franchise can go to the draft, as the Ravens are picking high after the horror 2025 season, but I wonder if the franchise has something else in mind.

Who knows, they might be content with their current options at center. Either way, though, I think the franchise drafts a center. The question is, will it be to start or not?

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